Hey loves,
welcome back to the podcast. I'm so happy you're here and I love reading
you. I reading through all of your submitted questions every week.
They always bring up such thoughtful conversations that I know so many of you
will resonate with. Today's questions actually flow together beautifully.
They touch on immune health, travel,
energy balance, and even health. healing through somatic work.
So let's dive right in.
Let's start off with Amber's question about travel.
Why delhi belly or traveler's diarrhea is so common and
how to avoid getting sick when traveling.
or spending long hours on airplanes.
So first, this is such a good one because it's not just about exposure
to different microbes. It's also about the terrain,
meaning the inner environment of your body.
When we travel, we're shifting time zones,
eating different foods, and disrupting our circadian rhythm.
Our nervous system and digestion can get thrown off,
and if our foundations, like the gut balance,
minerals, and sleep aren't strong,
it makes us much more susceptible to whatever we're exposed to.
This is terrain theory in action.
It's not about the germ, it's about the terrain it lands on.
If your internal environment is well-regulated,
hydrated, and supported, you're much less likely to get sick,
even if you're exposed. That being said,
there are some great supports that can help buffer the body during travel.
One of my favorites is Camu Camu Capsules.
This is a- whole food form of vitamin C that supports the immune system
and adrenal glands. I also love B Propolis Spray.
It's amazing for the throat and for immune defense,
especially while you are flying,
and I always like to bring Element Electrolyte.
with me while traveling. One to two packets per day to stay hydrated and
keep minerals up is great, especially since airplanes are very busy.
I also just generally love bee pollen and
camu camu during travel seasons for natural immune support.
I will link all of these in the notes below if you are interested,
but remember the biggest thing isn't what you take on the plane.
It's the foundation you build all year round.
In traditional Chinese medicine, winter immunity is actually the summer.
That means your vitality, your mineral stores,
your digestive strength, those are what determine how well your body can adapt.
when exposed to new environments or pathogens.
So, as much as we love our supplements,
the real protection comes from data. Daily nourishment,
rest, and keeping your terrain resilient.
Now, to another question you had on a similar topic,
do you have any remedies for fighting off sickness when you feel something coming
on? Yes. So,
raw garlic. Garlic is a great one. It's very affordable and effective.
A few others to keep in your back pocket are high-dose vitamin C.
So, again, something like camu camu or liposomal vitamin C.
I also love zinc or elderberry syrup.
Warm water. Teas with ginger,
honey, and lemon. And, of course,
lots of sleep and hydration.
And I'll link these supplements in the notes.
But, again, those are acute supports.
What matters most is the foundation you've built beneath that.
If your drainage pathways are open and your immune system is balanced,
you'll notice your body can handle exposures much more smoothly.
Alright, next up, Christina asked,
is caffeine bad for the adrenals or hormones once you've Alright,
next up, Christina asked, is caffeine bad for the adrenals or hormones once
you're more healed and stable with your health?
I love this question because the answer is all about balance and context.
Caffeine itself isn't inherent. What matters is your overall stress load
and how you're supporting your body around it.
If you're under a lot of stress, skipping meals is or running on empty
with low mineral stores, caffeine becomes more of a stressor.
It pushes your adrenals harder, spikes cortisol,
and can lead to blood sugar crashes.
But if your foundations are solid,
meaning your blood sugar is stable, you're eating enough protein and minerals,
and you're in a good place emotionally,
caffeine can actually be totally fine and even beneficial in moderation.
I always recommend having caffeine after breakfast,
not on an empty stomach. Make sure you're pairing it with minerals throughout the
day, things like elements. Trace mineral drops or a pinch of sea
salt in some water, and overall just staying hydrated throughout the day.
When it comes to caffeine, it's all about balance and making sure your body
has enough nourishment to handle it without spiking your cortisol levels.
Alright, next question was from Leah.
Can you explain more about biofilm,
what it is, and why it's damaging to the body?
So, biofilm is essentially a protective layer that microbes like bacteria,
fungi, or parasites can parasites can use parasites can use.
around themselves. You can think of it sort of like a slimy shield.
This biofilm makes it much harder for your body immune system or even herbs
and binders to reach and eliminate those pathogens.
The tricky part is that biofilm also travels toxins and metals within it,
creating this hidden layer of stress in the body.
That's why people can feel stuck in their healing,
even when they're doing everything right. The good news is,
with the approach we use, you're already addressing biofilm naturally.
When we open up drainage, support the liver and lymph,
and use herbs that gently break down microbial overgrowth,
we're already softening and mitigating. dissolving those biofilms layer by layer without
the harsh biofilm busters that can be too aggressive for a lot of people.
So biofilm work is happening,
but in a safer, more sustainable way that doesn't overwhelm your system.
Okay, next up,
Sarah asked a beautiful question about somatic work,
how is it different from normal therapy, and why?
Why does it often feel more effective?
This one's close to my heart because I had the exact same experience.
I, myself, had therapy for years and while it helped me
understand my story,
it didn't really create real change.
in my body or my symptoms.
Somatic work is different because it works through felt sense in the body,
not just the mind. When we experience trauma or prolonged stress,
those emotions don't just live in our memories,
they live in our nervous system and our brain and in our tissues.
Somatic healing helps us feel and release what's been stored,
so our body can finally relax out of that chronic stress response.
It's less about analyzing and more about experiencing through breath,
movement, awareness. and most importantly,
compassion. And if this work is resonating with you,
after Rooted and Reawakened, you can go even further.
Even deeper by working with a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I will go ahead and link the SEP database in the notes below if
you'd like to check And finally,
Amanda asked about someone who breaks out in a rash when their skin.
And finally, Amanda asked about someone who breaks out in a rash when their
skin comes into contact with cold air.
What could be causing that? So,
this reaction is called cold air. It's called urticaria,
which is a type of histamine response.
When the skin is exposed to cold air, water,
or just cold objects, it's immune system releases histamines and
other chemicals, which can lead to redness,
itching, and hives.
There can be a few root causes behind this kind of reaction.
Histamine overload or mast cell imbalance is a big one here,
meaning the body's histamine bucket is already full,
so even mild triggers like the cold cause reactions.
Liver or lymphatic sluggishness also typically contributes
to this because they make histamine harder to clear.
Underlying infections or toxins like mold,
parasites, or heavy metals keep the immune system on high alert.
So they can also be at play here. And lastly,
it's important to address nervous system dysregulation where the body is stuck.
In fight or flight and can overreact to stimuli like heat or
cold. So over time by supporting drainage.
The liver and histamine balance, along with nervous system regulation,
the body can calm this kind of response naturally.
All right, loves, that wraps up this week's questions.
I hope this brought some clarity and deeper understanding to what's going on inside
your body. And reminded you that true healing is always about the terrain,
not the quick fix. As always,
keep sending in your questions for our next episode,
and remember, your body is wise, and you are your own best healer.
I'll talk to you soon. Bye-bye.
