Have you ever wondered why pharmaceutical grade supplements are so much more expensive?Or more importantly, are they even any more effective? Have you heard that 'Over The Counter' vitamin brands are exactly the same whether or not they're generic or brand name? What about your multi-vitamin ... are you actually absorbing any of it, or just peeing it out? Diving into all of this + more, with Jennifer Klotz, MS, RD in this episode. THIS EPISODE IS PART TWO, A CONTINUATION FROM EPISODE 30 … Last week: we dove into the importance of supplement quality, discussed which certifications you should be looking for and which ‘added ingredients’ you really need to avoid, and why. To see Jennifer's personal suggestions for supplement brands, you can check out her personal dispensary on Fullscript: [(https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jklotz)] To shop the store on Fullscript, simply create a free account (you only have to enteryour name and email to view products, no purchasing information, wh...
Branching off from the conversation we had in episode #022, all about the power of taking a high quality multivitamin versus a "bad" quality one that might actually be harming your health. That brief comment really sparked your interest and our inboxes were flooded with the following questions we promise to tackle within this episode: How can I tell if my supplements are actually “high quality”? Which brands can I trust? Which brands should I avoid? How can I tell the difference between "good" versus "bad", and what certifications can I look for? What certifications actually matter? Which added ingredients should I avoid? Is the FDA actually monitoring what's being sold over the counter? Jennifer Klotz, MS, RD is extremely passionate about this topic and very well informed. The information in this episode is imperative to your long term health, especially if you're taking even one supplement, herb, or vitamin on a regular basis. DID YOU KNOW? Taking a poor quality supplement can a...
Heather Young, 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher & Certified Yoga Therapist – has a lot of experience working one on one with clients and helping them achieve balance in more ways than one. She might even have the solution to take your health to the next level - when it seems like Nutrition just isn't enough. Keep in mind: It’s never just about one ailment, problem or issue – it’s all connected & we’re diving into a new approach you may never have considered before. Diving into the 4 Main Pilars: - Posture - Emotions - Breath - Mindset ... and the role they play when it comes to impacting your longterm health, stress levels and digestion. & What you can do about it. Full Show Notes & Additional Links Available at: www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode029 Join Us on Instagram @CriticalConversations
“We typically reach for caffeine because the cue is fatigue.” – If you’re reaching for caffeine more than once a day – consider the causes. Continued from Episode 27 - diving into the powerful effects that caffeine is having on your body, how much is too much, adrenal fatigue, cortisol, hormones, decaf and the certification you should be looking for. Lastly, adaptogens - and specialty coffee blends... or is it better to enjoy your coffee black? www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode028 As you know – we’re not here for the fads or promoting the trends. In this episode: - What effects is caffeine having on my body? Health benefits included. - How much is too much? What’s the “safe’ amount? Is decaf any better? - Is adding all of the adaptogens, or trending superfoods really worth it? - What’s coffee doing to my adrenals? Stress levels? Anxiety? - How can I start cutting back without suffering the consequences? - Can I just drink my coffee black? - Favorite coffee bran...
“Do better, once you know better” – Maya Angelou- it’s all about making small changes once you’ve learned something new and giving yourself the chance to upgrade your routine, not only for your health, but for the health of the planet as well. Join us for a Sustainable, Healthy & Ethical conversation around all things coffee - with Heather Young & Jennifer Klotz of shechangeseverything.com What you'll discover in this episode: - The true health benefits of coffee - The Environmental & Humanitarian impacts our purchases create -Conventional vs. Organic vs. Fair Trade certifications and what they mean - What's in that paper cup, the plastic lid, & the coffee filter you're using. - How your daily routine is impacting your health long-term ... & what you can do about it. Get the Full Show Notes, Additional Links & Resources at www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode027 THERE’S NEVER A PERFECT ANSWER.We’re all human Consider thisInformation as empowering insight to help us mo...
This episode with Carly is full of Simple Solutions & Practical Takeaways for EVERYONE whether or not you have been diagnosed with a thyroid condition, or not. This information, although centered around Thyroid Health - is truly applicable to all of us on so many levels - no matter what we're dealing with. Tackling your top questions all about Thyroid Health & learning from Carly's personal experience. The answers might just surprise you and hopefully even encourage you to look a little closer at your labwork, open up a deeper discussion with your doctor and really start to tune in to a few lifestyle changes, you never knew were so important - until now. Full Show Notes & Resources available at: www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode026 Including that recipe we mentioned, the water filters we talked about, the gut health episode with Brigid (#016) - as well as Carly's top resources you won't want to miss. Thank you for being here with us We show up weekly in hopes to expand th...
Like most of us – her story is personal. After struggling with her health for years, Carly was in pursuit of a proper diagnosis over 5 years ago. It didn't happen overnight, but she was ultimately diagnosed with Hashimoto's, a very common autoimmune hypothyroid condition. It's then, that she became increasingly passionate about pursuing answers and identifying the root cause. In this episode: We discuss her health journey pitfalls and successes - including the top 6 changes she made - to heal from the inside out. www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode025 "I had to own my state and know that no one was going to do this for me, because my health is my responsibility.That’s when everything began to improve" - Carly Johnson Brawner of @frolicandflow Carly has also recently launched an online "Healing Hashimoto's" Course - Focused on empowering Hashimoto's patients to work better with their doctors to understand their disease and really begin to build a blueprint for healing, lon...
We spend 42% of our day looking at screens. That’s 6 hours and 43 minutes daily – or 7,956 days of your life. Think about how crazy that is. This effects your posture longterm which has direct impact on your mental and physical health. It also changes how people see you, whether or not they take you seriously and whether or not they choose to show you respect. Until something is directly effecting your health – it’s really easy to just brush off the small daily habits – you know you should be doing. But here's the thing - research shows that something as simple as our body posture we maintain while holding our phones, sitting at the computer or even standing in a crowd - has a significant impact on our mood, our confidence, and even our cardiovascular health. We dive into this & so much more with this week's episode - I don't want to give it all away - so be sure to tune in. FULL SHOW NOTES: www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode024 P.S.....SHE DAY - Orange Countyis happe...
It's about time we start paying attention to the symptoms and signals our bodies are sending us on a much deeper level. Skin Issues, Digestive Health, Heartburn, nutrient Deficiencies ... they're all more closely related than we realize. When you start paying closer attention to what your body is trying to tell you, you can get closer to discovering and even possibly reversing the root cause of the problem that has been developing overtime. Lifestyle, Diet, Environment, Toxins, Stress ... It's all connected. We dive into this, and so much more within episode 23 ... it's the perfect continuation and part two of the larger conversation from last week's episode. Jennifer Klotz, RD is at it again with the incredible information, statistics, and simple solutions you can start taking action on right away. Here's another AMAZING ARTICLE she's put together for you to summarize some of the key points from this episode you might want to re-read again and again. Looking for tickets to SHE DAY?...
92% of All Americans have at least ONE nutrient deficiency. Known to cause a multitude of health issues, such as: muscle cramps, joint pain, headaches, skin issues, fatigue, sleep issues, inflammation, bleeding of the gums, autoimmune conditions, etc. & Yet, instead of paying attention to what intuitively sounds right, tastes good, and makes us feel well - the majority of us are falling victim to fad trends while losing the ability to know what our bodies actually need - intuitively. Access additional resources, articles and get the FULL SHOW NOTES on our website:www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode022 Being deficient in just one nutrient is serious, and yet most of us have no idea what our labs look like. These 'imbalances' truly throw your body out of balance and can lead to chronic health issues if left unaddressed, long term.This is why adding something new to your diet with a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals to your morning routine will make you feel instantly be...