Episode 3 of the "What is Healthy?" podcast dives deeper into the world of endocrine disruptors. Join us as we break down these often misunderstood "buzzwords" and chat through some of the hidden dangers in everyday items like clothing, skincare products, non-stick cookware, appliances, and more.

We highlight harmful substances such as PFAs, BPA, phthalates, glyphosates, other carcinogens, and pesticides found in commonly used products and share some practical tips on avoiding these toxic chemicals with some safer alternatives.

Tune in to learn how to protect yourself and your family from these "forever chemicals" and take a significant step towards a healthier lifestyle.

Products covered:
Branch Basics
Allclad
Caraway
Unbleached Parchment Paper
EWG / Yuka - for all beauty products

In Episode 2 of What is Healthy, we delve into the so-called "health foods" and the hidden, harmful ingredients that sneak into these products, especially after they receive significant investments. Our conversation also shifts to period products, and the dangerous components they contain with the potential health risks. We briefly touch on the topic of birth control, discussing its impact on hormones and overall well-being (more to come!). And much more health talk banter in between.

Join us as we highlight what’s truly healthy and what’s not.

Key Topics:

- The truth behind the ingredients in marketed health foods
- How investments can lead to changes in product formulations
- Harmful ingredients found in period products
- The effects of birth control on hormones and health

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Show Notes:
Dr. Jordan Geller
Yuka App
EWG
Diva Cup
Saalt Cup

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In this special first episode, "Origin Story: The Pod Reboot," Health Chef Julia Chebotar and Hormonal Health Coach Alina Gertsberg take you through the evolution of the What is Healthy? podcast.

Join Julia and Alina as share their personal stories and the inspiration behind the podcast through humor and education.

The queen of glitter shines brighter than ever! Today's guest is Taylor McPherson, creator of The Sustainable Sparkle Bar, a biodegradable glitter, festival-style body art and makeup brand. Taylor, known as the Sparkle Queen, has been styling herself with glitter and gemstone designs her entire life. From her college days at the Fashion Institute of Technology to over 5 years in New York City working in public relations, marketing, and social media. She specializes in experiential marketing for brands at launch parties and events; mainly music festivals and for brands that want to turn their logo into clothing art that their attendees can take with them. The Sparkle Bar has worked with Sur Restaurant, Soho House, Employees Only, among other top-notch restaurants in Los Angeles, and was highlighted by Poosh, Kourtney Kardashian's lifestyle blog.

Highlights

• Taylor McPherson tells us about herself and the story of The Sustainable Sparkle Bar.
• How does biodegradable and plant-based glitter work?
• She says where her love for glitter and to be sparkly comes from.
• Why are people so attracted to glitter?
• Taylor explains why she wanted to do a more environmentally friendly business.
• What is healthy for her; doing what is good for you without labeling it.
• Being highlighted by Poosh, Kourtney Kardashian's lifestyle blog.

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Use your style to boost your self-confidence! Today's guests are Delia Folk and Alison Bruhn, founders of The Style That Binds Us, a cutting-edge lifestyle brand and community for those who want to live a stylish and fearless life. This mother-daughter fashion duo offers style and business consulting, encouraging each client to find their own look and making them feel confident in the way they want to show the world who they are. Alison Bruhn is a costume stylist and Delia Folk worked at Barneys New York on the purchasing team and now works as a brand consultant. They are busy women who combine all their knowledge and love of fashion to achieve unique and sincere looks that represent the personality of each client.

Highlights

• Alison and Delia say how The Style That Binds Us started.
• What is healthy for them; how mental health and physical health goes along with what you eat.
• They tell how moods affect their styles.
• How their job is more about solving problems for individual women and figuring out the puzzle of who they are, and who they want the world to know they are.
• COVID styling and how they adapted to doing their job through Zoom calls.
• Working with mental health experts and instilling self confidence in people that have confidence issues with their bodies.
• Acknowledging Adaptative Fashion; clothing designed for people with physical disabilities.
• They say what style is going to be very popular this spring; bright and neutral pastels, not so many skinny jeans and more of the high waisted style, the 70s look.

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The Style That Binds Us Email Newsletter

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If you want to make a skin decision, she's the one to call! Dr. Sheila Nazarian is a Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, founder of Nazarian Plastic Surgery, and host of the Netflix show Skin Decision. Since she was a little girl, she was interested in design and the precision work that it requires. At first she wanted to do architecture, until she realized that she liked to design, but also building using her hands. That's why plastic surgery fits her like a glove. Dr. Nazarian attended Columbia University in New York and graduated with a BA in economics with a pre-medical concentration. From there, she enrolled at Yeshiva University’s Albert Einstein School of Medicine, and then went on to a combined residency in plastic surgery at the University of Southern California. She always makes it clear to her patients that plastic surgery does not complete a life, because happiness comes from within and from working on yourself. Thanks to her honesty, dedication, and meticulous eye to achieve natural looks, Dr. Nazarian is known as one of the best plastic surgeons in the US.

Highlights

• Dr. Nazarian tells us about her personal philosophy and why she believes you attract what you put out there.
• How she handles criticism; listening to the negatives, but feeding on the positives to keep going.
• Dr. Nazarian says what inspired her to become a plastic surgeon.
• What is healthy for her; time with the ones you love, self care, and exercise.
• Misconceptions about being a plastic surgeon; thinking plastic surgery is going to complete your life.
• A popular treatment right now; body contouring, eyelids, and facelifts.
• What she hates about cooking; it is so ephemeral compared to plastic surgery.
• The importance of the relationship with patients and her passion for educating the masses.

To learn more about Dr. Sheila Nazarian, you can visit her website or follow her on Instagram.

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Are you aware of all the ingredients in the products you usually consume? Today's guest is Kim Starzyk, a versatile woman—Empowerment Coach, Actress, and Arbonne’s Regional Executive Vice President. Kim began her career in the world of acting, but after her son was diagnosed with a formaldehyde allergy, she began to investigate and take an interest in the ingredients of the products we consume naturally, finding that most have toxins of which we are not aware. That's how she came to Arbonne, where they offer clean, vegan products that enhance the mind, body, and skin. Now, Kim educates and helps people improve their health and achieve their creative and financial goals.

Highlights

• Kim tells us about Arbonne; a company that offers vegan products that improve the mind, body and skin.
• Her 30-day Healthy Living Program to break those bad nutrition habits we all have.
• What is healthy for her; a lot of variety and a lot of nutrition, without following trends.
• Kim talks about having psoriasis and how her interest in holistic ways began, as traditional medicine believes there is no cure.
• The 80/20 diet; 80% eating healthy and 20% enjoying whatever you want.
• Her experience as an empowerment coach.
• How after her son was diagnosed with a formaldehyde allergy, she started paying attention to the ingredients in the products she consumes and got to know Arbonne.
• Difference between pyramid scheme and network marketing.

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A healthy gut can change your life! Today's guests are Bobbi Giudicelli and Michael Giudicelli, mother and son co-founders of Read The Ingredients, 100% gluten-free and vegetable products that are marketed. Prior to RTI, Bobbi successfully founded and ran other companies throughout her career. Michael spent the first 8 years of his career in business when his mother, Bobbi, suggested that he joined her in a previous company. After dealing with several personal losses, Bobbi took a look outside of traditional western medicine and began her journey of understanding nutrition. That’s when they decided to sell part of that business to start Read The Ingredients, taking advantage of a gap in the market to start their own adventure. Bobbi and Michael know that nutrition is the answer to feeling better, because what we eat determines how we feel and how we perform in all aspects of life.

Highlights

• How they came up with Read The Ingredients
• Michael tells us what it's like to have a family business; a great learning experience that demands constant honesty.
• The characteristics of their products; gluten-free, low in sugar, and 100% plant-based.
• Bobbi explains how good nutrition changed her life to feel better physically and emotionally.
• The importance of breakfast and why it is the most important meal of the day.
• Bobbi recounts why she became vegan as a way to eating healthily and out of a moral issue.
• The common mistakes they made when they started out because they had no experience in the food industry.

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