If you know me, you know I'm all about the intersection of food and functional medicine. Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kevin Weatherall, the founder of Rising Tide. This wonderful company is all about harnessing the power of functional mushrooms to create delicious organic coffee creamers and overnight oats. 

Kevin has been working in the natural food space for ten years, and in our conversation, he shares his insights on eating clean and feeling good. We discuss the different types of mushrooms and their benefits, how Rising Tide sources their mushrooms, and the best ways to incorporate them into your routine. We also touch on the difference between psychedelic mushrooms and functional mushrooms. Plus, Kevin shares his tips for small business owners and entrepreneurs passionate about wellness and Eastern practices.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (3:03) Why Kevin fell in love with mushrooms 

- (6:14) The benefits of functional mushrooms and the best way to take them 

- (10:36) How to quality-check your mushrooms 

- (13:50) Differences between functional and psychedelic mushrooms

- (18:51) Tips for incorporating nutritious foods for families, especially with young kids 

- (22:03) Kevin’s entrepreneurial journey, successes, and valuable lessons learned in the food business

CONNECT WITH KEVIN

Learn more: rising-tide.co 

Follow Rising Tide on Instagram: @risingtideco 

Follow on TikTok: @risingtideco 

Check out the products on Amazon 

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Dr. Olivia Watkins, a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in women's health, joins me today to help you navigate the ebbs and flows of your hormones. Dr. Watkins doesn't believe in striving for hormonal perfection. Instead, she encourages embracing the natural fluctuations of being a woman. Through connecting to the various aspects of your life - stress levels, relationships, and mental well-being - she offers a comprehensive approach to healing that will leave you feeling empowered and in control. 

In our conversation, Dr. Watkins covers common imbalances such as adrenal dysfunction, Candida, and estrogen dominance and offers strategies for recognizing them and taking back control of your health. We also touch on gut health, the role of gluten in your diet, and identifying male causes of infertility. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (9:32) Dr. Watkins' unique experience practicing medicine in Dubai 

- (17:55) How to establish a deeper connection with your body and tune into signs of imbalance

- (31:42) Common hormone imbalances, their causes, and how they impact women's health

- (35:25) Immediate steps to take when experiencing adrenal dysfunction or post-partum fluctuations 

- (40:35) Gut health, gluten, and sugar 

- (53:59) The importance of involving male partners in your infertility conversations

CONNECT WITH DR. WATKINS

Work with Dr. Watkins: droliviawatkins.com 

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Today, I'm chatting with Ellyse Nichole Bollinger, founder, creative director, and visual brand strategist of ENC - a top-tier boutique non-agency specializing in branding. We dive into all things entrepreneurship, branding, and creativity, so this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to launch or maintain their business! 

Ellyse shares her agency's secret recipe for balancing content and creativity, stressing the importance of pushing boundaries to explore new creative avenues in business. We also touch on her leadership style, the significance of understanding your brand's "why," and her four essential phases of scaling a business. Ellyse believes in embracing the messiness of growth during transition periods and offers her wisdom for navigating your personal life alongside your business.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (2:34) What is a non-agency? 

- (11:06) Ellyse's four key foundational marketing phases for launching your business

- (16:37) Why branding is more than the visuals 

- (20:06) Advice for getting to the core of your brand 

- (30:49) Balancing your personal life and running a business 

- (36:16) Tips for navigating periods of transition 

CONNECT WITH ELLYSE

Follow ENC Agency: @encagency 

Learn more about ENC: www.encagency.com 

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