Using Cacao to Optimize Your Physical, Mental, Emotional & Spiritual Wellbeing with Brenden Durell

Here at Food Matters, we understand the power of food to harm or heal. However, are you aware of the subtle yet profound ways in which our environment affects our health and vitality? Many of us don't realize how everyday products we use can harm our health.  No matter how well you eat, if you continue to use these everyday toxins, you may be unknowingly harming your health. Darin Olien takes us deeper into how these are disrupting our health and environment.  Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-93  Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Happiness is something we’re all on a quest to find. A quest that seems hard to conquer in a world where many of us are having trouble breaking free from depression and anxiety.   In today’s episode with Dr.Dain Heer we discuss how these intense feelings of struggle don’t have to be our reality, he shares his story of this and how moment that changed everything for him and how we can access this too.  00:00 - Introduction to Dain Heer 02:28 - Dain's story and how he got into the work he is doing 07:30 - Discover how the darkest place Dain was in became the catalyst for his transformation 10:00 - How feeling lost can be the best time to find yourself 13:05 - Begin breaking free from the constant judgment we place on ourselves 14:20 - Understanding what access consciousness is 19:35 - The power of community 21:45 - Learn about the light-touch techniques Dain discovered that changed his life 32:30 - The impact our internal voice and social conditioning can have on us and how we can navigate this   Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here:  https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Head to https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-92 for the show notes. Join the Food Matters newsletter: https://www.foodmatters.com/signup/podcast Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Imagine being incapacitated by chronic pain, unable to walk, and facing a daunting road ahead after a car accident and fall. This was Brandy's reality, but instead of resigning herself to conventional treatments alone, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and mind-body healing. In a world where traditional medicine often serves as our first line of defense against injury and illness, Brandy Gillmore's journey offers a powerful testament to the mind's incredible ability to influence the body's healing process. Brandy's story is one of resilience and empowerment, as she delved into the profound connection between emotions, mindset, and physical health. It's a reminder that our bodies are not just machines to be fixed with medications and surgeries but intricate systems deeply influenced by our thoughts and feelings. Learn more about Brandy's book here https://bit.ly/3PALGO2 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:59 Disappointment and Turning Point  07:13 Injury Details and Medical Journey 10:16 Discovering the Mind-Body Connection 13:54 Understanding the Mind's Influence on the Body 16:26 Uncovering Emotional Trauma 20:21 Reprogramming the Mind for Healing 21:37 Using Music to Create Emotional Shifts 29:34 Creating Positive Emotional Patterns 42:38 The Role of Nutrition in Mind-Body Healing 46:47 Breakfast and Nutrition Choices 49:43 Recommended Diet for Healing Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-91 Learn more about Brandy Gillmore here: https://brandygillmore.com/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

In the good old days, nature served up a clean slate – no long list of additives, just pure, fresh goodness. Fast forward to the present, and it's like we've upgraded to a more complex menu with some hidden traps. Integrative nutritionist, Courtney Swan exposes the government subsidies contributing to America's broken food system and gives us simple tips for how to navigate the grocery store. 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:11 Courtney's Journey in the Health Industry 06:08 Issues with the Food Industry 07:50 Greenwashing and How to Avoid It 12:10 The Dangers of Artificial Flavors and Colors 19:06 Impact of Food on Children's Health 26:05 Tips for Healthifying Children's Diets 36:05 Strategies for Healthier Grocery Shopping 39:50 Transitioning from Packaged Foods to Homemade Meals 41:32 Homemade Budget-Friendly Meals   Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-90 Learn more about Courtney Swan here: https://www.realfoodology.com/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

If you're suffering from unexplained weight gain (no matter what you eat or don't), disrupted sleep (like being wide awake at 2:30 am), fatigue, muscle aches, or sweating, decreased sex drive, or dry, dull, or irritable skin then, this episode is for you!    Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-89  Learn more about Dr. Tami Meraglia here: https://drtami.com/about/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters  

Have you ever tried to heal your gut health and found yourself still battling the same gut discomfort or symptoms? Maybe you’ve lived with particular pain for years and just accepted it’s part of who you are? Our body is the most complex, weird, and wonderful machine that works in a complete mental-chemical-physical balance to operate at its best!  00:00 - Introduction and bio 03:17- Inflammation markers 17:19 - The power of touch 33:46 - Gut issues and inflammation 42:50 - Healing gut issues 45:53 - Addressing SIBO and gut overgrowth 49:09 - The importance of mind-body connection 50:09 - The sequential approach to healing 51:05 - Managing candida overgrowth 52:34 - Simple steps for gut healing 53:01 - Individualized approach to detoxification Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here:  https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-88  Learn more about Dr. Christine Smith here: https://www.depthwellness.com/  Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

If you have an ever-growing to-do list and feel like you're running on empty, this is for you. Plants have been the basis of our medicine for many centuries, and yet we forget to fully make use of the plant world when faced with issues like stress, anxiety, and depression. The Medicine Hunter, Chris Kilham wants to change that! In this week’s episode, I am joined by Chris Kilham as we discuss plant medicine, and specifically adaptogens to help manage stress and anxiety. We also dive into cognitive decline and hormone health. Join us to discover the magic of these botanicals.  00:00 Introduction to Chris Kilham 04:11 Plant Medicine vs Conventional Medicine 05:07 Plant Medicine for Anxiety and Depression 10:22 Safety and Limitations of Plant Medicine 14:58 Accessibility of Plant Medicine 19:54 Stress and Mental Health in Indigenous Cultures 20:14 Traditional Uses of Ashwagandha 22:52 The Potency of Cacao 28:27 Psychoactive Plant Medicines 34:03 The Future of Plant Medicines 38:29 Gut Health and Fermented Foods 41:46 Brain Health and Cognitive Decline 47:28 Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health 59:11 Benefits of Tonka Dali and Ashwagandha for Women's Sexual and Reproductive Function 59:40 Effects of Toxins on Learning and Sexual/Reproductive Disorders 01:00:09 Decline in Sperm Production and Motility Due to Environmental Agents01:01:57 Holistic Approach to Healing and Health 01:02:49 The Importance of Relationships and Love for Overall Health Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Head to https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-87 for the show notes. Join the Food Matters newsletter: https://www.foodmatters.com/signup/podcast Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

In case you didn't catch much of the Food Matters Podcast this year, we’ve wrapped our most popular podcast episodes of 2023 into one short listen for you. From optimizing your brain and gut health to unlocking your unlimited potential, this is the expert advice you MUST take with you into 2024.  Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Head to https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-86 for the show notes. Join the Food Matters newsletter: https://www.foodmatters.com/signup/podcast Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters   00:00 - Introduction with Laurentine. 1:15 - The importance of sleep if you are trying to lose weight. 6:04 - The strong correlation that exists between insomnia and mental health issues. 10:54 - Healing your mind, body, and spirit with plant medicine and nature immersion. 16:45 - Discovering your purpose. 27:10 - How sleep affects longevity. 38:46 - Plant medicine and using adaptogens to reduce stress, improve gut health, and boost immunity.

If you’re a female, there’s no doubt that you’ve experienced changing hormones at some point in your life. Balancing your hormones is important so that you can function at your best no matter the season of life you’re in, including through PMS, pregnancy, and postpartum. In today’s episode, I am joined by Jacqueline Alwill and Brittany Darling as we discuss the important role that nutrition plays in changing hormones throughout a woman’s life.  Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-85  Learn more about Jacquelin Alwill (https://www.instagram.com/brownpapernutrition/) and Brittany Darling (https://www.instagram.com/wholefoodhealing/) Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Have you ever explored sound healing and its benefits? Sound healing is an alternative healing modality that uses the different vibrations of sound to help heal the body. It works to heal in a multi-dimensional capacity, meaning physical, mental, and emotional healing. In this episode, we are joined by Chase Trellert as he explains his experience with sound healing and how you can incorporate it into your own life.    Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs    Head to https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-84 for the show notes. Join the Food Matters newsletter: https://www.foodmatters.com/signup/podcast Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters