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 

CONNECT WITH LEX

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's reproductive health, creator of Milk Medicine, and co-host of the “Healthy As A Mother” podcast, joins me today to share her journey and mission to empower modern mothers. With a background that seamlessly blends functional medicine, clinical expertise, and firsthand experience, she helps women be informed, intentional, and confident in the transformative phases of motherhood. 

In our conversation, Dr. MacDermott emphasizes the importance of setting aside expectations and finding a balance between knowledge, wisdom, and intuition when approaching motherhood. We touch on what it means to be a modern mother and how to navigate a world characterized by technology and increasing toxicity. Dr. MacDermott discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, highlighting the need to surrender to the journey, learn from mistakes, break negative generational cycles, and prioritize your health. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (4:14) Dr. MacDermott’s early historical and anthropological interests 

- (16:18) The intersection of modern resources with traditional motherhood

- (25:45) Tips for navigating overwhelming online information 

- (29:38) Setting the foundation for yourself to successfully approach parenthood

- (36:01) Understanding Mom Guilt and how to embrace your mistakes

- (47:17) Prioritizing your health so you can be fully present in your child's life 

RESOURCES

- Register for Dr. MacDermott’s Six Week Pregnancy Call HERE 

- The Continuum Concept 

- The Power Of Vulnerability | Brené Brown 

CONNECT WITH DR. MACDERMOTT

Follow Dr. MacDermott: @morganmacdermott 

Follow Milk Medicine: @milkmedicine 

Check out milkmedicine.com 

Listen to Healthy As A Mother

CONNECT WITH LEX

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I have some exciting life news to share - I'm expecting! I'm currently 25 weeks pregnant and feeling incredibly grateful for every step of this journey. Those of you who have been following me for a while are aware of my struggle with infertility, which led me to explore the world of functional medicine and embrace a new lifestyle focused on optimizing my health.

In this episode, I share my experience of exploring the root cause of my infertility, discuss how I worked with various tests, treatments, and doctors, and highlight the lifestyle changes I made to optimize fertility. I hope my perspective can guide and support any of you going through your fertility journey! 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (2:17) The importance of an individualized approach to optimize fertility

- (3:56) The moment I knew I needed to turn to functional medicine

- (6:16) Various tools and methods I used to get my body functioning optimally 

- (9:26) The effective changes and harm reduction I've noticed in my body 

CONNECT WITH LEX

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When I started the pod, I knew I had to invite on my dear friend and true inspiration, Mikaela Kostaras. Mikaela is an entrepreneur, content creator, and author known for her social media platform, "She Loves Formula 1." In our chat, Mikaela discusses her decade-long passion for Formula 1, a male-dominated sport, and how she has created a safe space for women through her platform. 

Mikaela talks about her experiences overcoming the challenges and pressures women face in the sport. She also shares her social media strategies, the ways she has built a positive community through her platform, and tips for creating content with passion. Mikaela emphasizes the power of reinvention and starting fresh when things seem to fall apart. She encourages you to believe in yourself and embrace these moments as opportunities for growth and change! 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (3:17) What Formula 1 is and how Mikaela initially got in the sport

- (13:33) Lessons from Mikaela's book on self-love and manifestation

- (19:55) Tips for practicing manifestation

- (23:40) Navigating the pressure of digital content creation 

- (30:36) Overcoming the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated sport

- (37:27) Advice for personal growth and transitioning from your 20s to 30s 

RESOURCES

- You Can’t Break up with Yourself: Falling in Epic Love with Your Life 

CONNECT WITH MIKAELA

Follow Mikaela: @shelovesformula1

On TikTok: @shelovesf1 

Learn more: shelovesf1.com 

CONNECT WITH LEX

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Dana Price, expert practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the founder and CEO of ilumina Healing Sanctuary, joins me today to discuss the intersection of acupuncture and herbal treatments for fertility care, a field in which she is considered a trailblazer. 

In our conversation, Dana explains how acupuncture helps to improve ovarian function and egg quality in women over 35, increasing their chances of becoming pregnant. She also highlights ways acupuncture can effectively manage irregular periods, heavy periods, and endometriosis. Plus, we discuss balancing yin and yang energies in your daily life. Dana offers her advice for increasing your yin energy, the feminine energy associated with calmness, relaxation, and nurturing, such as practicing mindfulness, meditation, and restful sleep. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (2:05) Dana's integration of OBGYN care and Traditional Chinese Medicine

- (6:33) The benefits and healing aspects of acupuncture

- (15:29) The impact acupuncture has on optimizing fertility and ovarian function

- (24:15) Yin and yang energies 

- (30:18) Practical ways to incorporate more yin into your daily life 

RESOURCES

- Visit aborm.org to find a qualified acupuncture practitioner.

CONNECT WITH DANA

Follow ilumina Healing Sanctuary: @iluminahealing

Learn more about ilumnia Healing Sanctuary HERE

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Brooke Graves, CEO of Kaleidoscope Juice, is back on the pod to discuss hydration, just in time for the scorching summer weather. In our conversation, Brooke shares the signs of dehydration, tips on optimizing hydration by adding minerals to our water, and the foods that contribute to hydration. Brooke emphasizes hydration as the key to a healthy heart, combating wrinkles, and staying energized all day. Dehydration heavily affects your physical and mental health, so Brooke provides insight on overcoming dehydration before it happens or when we feel it during the day. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

- (7:14) Why hydration is so important 

- (10:55) How to properly hydrate

- (17:53) Specific foods that are the most hydrating 

- (20:08) The signs of dehydration and how to get ahead of it

- (26:59) The amount of water you should be drinking a day

- (31:19) Understanding the consequences of dehydration 

RESOURCES

- LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix

- Seeking Health Optimal Electrolyte

- Himalayan, Celtic & Icelandic Salt

CONNECT WITH BROOKE

Follow Brooke: @brooke.m.graves

Follow Kaleidoscope Juice: @kaleidoscopejuice

Learn more about Kaleidoscope Juice HERE

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