179: Eating Egg Shells For Your Health? | BOK

VAGINAL HEALTH IS LINKED TO FERTILITY?! This is just one topic we discuss in today’s episode with Ara Katz. Our conversation covers an array of topics all related to female health, gut health, and our multiple microbiomes. This is certainly an episode for all the ladies and is a topic many shy away from due to embarrassment…but it needs to be discussed more so women can get the right information and care for their health in a more educated manner.  Topics Discussed: The vaginal microbiome The gut microbiome How each microbiome is different  Why we need different probiotics for our gut vs. our vag. Health effects associated with poor vaginal health Signs to look for if you have a poor microbiome  Ways to replenish your gut microbiome and vaginal microbiome Why sometimes we may experience adverse effects when taking a probiotic If our microbiome stops developing at a certain age Reasons women today are needing more gut and vaginal support than our ancestors If taking too many probiotics can be harmful Children's probiotics  As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: Our Place Go to fromourplace.com  and use code: digest for 10% off  LMNT Get your FREE sample pack with any LMNT purchase at drinklmnt.com/DIGEST  Fatty15 For 15% off the starter kit go to fatty15.com/digest  Check Out Seed: Go to seed.com/digest and use code 25digest for 25% off Instagram  Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)

A lot of people are talking about beef liver, and for good reason. It is such a nutritious food that's naturally high in protein, vitamins, nutrients, and several minerals. The nutritional properties of beef liver can benefit the immune system, tissue repair, and energy production as well as balancing hormones. But it doesn't stop there! So today we will be diving deep into what exactly beef liver can do for the body as well as how to prepare it in the kitchen and creative recipes to make with this organ. As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: Seed Go to seed.com/digest and use code 25digest for 25% off Lumen Go to lumen.me/DIGEST to get 15% off your Lumen Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)

What is the main cause of inflammation and chronic disease? I’m joined by Dr. Richard Jacoby who is one of the country's leading peripheral nerve surgeons and specializes in the treatment of peripheral neuropathy. In todays’ episode we discuss the causes of inflammation, diabetes, cholesterol, and the lies we’ve been told about sugar. Topics Discussed: Glue = Glucose Arsenic found in HFCS Is brown rice syrup better than HFCS? Sugar in baby formula Regulations for baby formula Neuropathy Why sugar is more addictive than drugs Diabetes and the main cause If cholesterol is really bad for us? His opinion on fruit sugar and if it’s really better than refined Artificial sweeteners The best diet to help reverse diseases  Sponsored By: ARMRA For a discount use code DIGEST at tryarmra.com  Pique Tea piquelife.com/digest for up to 15% OFF and freebies Bite For 20% off, use code DIGEST at trybite.com/digest  Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.

Eggshells hold an array of benefits for anyone and everyone. It's also one of the cheapest ways to get vitamins and minerals that are bioavailable. Today I'm sharing about egg shell powder supplements you can buy, the right ones, as well as ways to prepare them at home....and of course, WHY you want to start incorporating them into your diet.  As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: Branch Basics For 15% off starter kits, use code LILSIPPER at branchbasics.com/lilsipper CBDistillery  25% off code: DIGEST at https://www.thecbdistillery.com/ Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)

CAN EATING CLAY HELP A GUT FLAIR? Today I’m joined by Jordan Rubin who beat cancer and overcame one of the worst cases of Crohn's disease naturally, and now shares his story and how you can heal too! Topics Covered: Foods to avoid and consume if you’re in a gut flair Healing foods for cancer Foods to avoid if you have cancer How DEAD probiotics help the gut What pre-biotics you SHOULD avoid Specific fruits to help IBS Are sprouts better than veggies? Fermented dairy for healing Why kefir is NOT always good for you Eating clay How fear and faith play a role in healing How intermittent fasting helps IBS As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: Bite For 20% off, use code DIGEST at trybite.com/digest Equip Foods Code DIGEST gets you 20% off at Equipfoods.com/digest CBDistillery  25% off code: DIGEST https://www.thecbdistillery.com/ Seed Go to seed.com/digest and use code 25digest for 25% off Connect with Jordan Rubin: The Maker’s Diet To Hell with Cancer (YouTube video) Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)

THINNING HAIR? CONSTIPATION? PUFFY PACE? These are just a few of many common symptoms of low iodine levels in the body and today we are talking about them all and some ways to help fix low iodine levels in the body through food and natural resources. We also cover how to test for it. Topics covered: Signs & symptoms of low iodine in the body Why we need iodine Who’s at risk How to test for iodine deficiency Foods containing iodine Supplements Seaweed Extract Mentioned Whole Food Iodine As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: Fatty15 For 15% off the starter kit go to fatty15.com/digest LMNT Get 8 FREE packs drinklmnt.com/DIGEST Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)

CAN CARNIVORE DIETS SOLVE EVERY ISSUE? Whether that's obesity, gut issues, hormonal imbalances, ance, brain fog, metabolic disorders, and so many other ailments people are suffering with today. That's what we're talking about in today's episode with Judy Cho, who was once plant based for 12 years but after needing to cure her relationship with food from an eating disorder and several other health issues decided to go all in on meat and has truly transformed her life and is now working with patients to help transform theirs as well.  Topics Discussed: Basics of Carnivore diets Foods allowed / not allowed on the diet How a carnivore diet can assist in eating disorders, mental illness, and hormonal issues Why we need cholesterol Why we need fat The science of why carnivore diets reduce inflammation 40% of our children are anemic How kids can eat carnivore Tips to help kids eat more meat Reducing Acne Less fiber is better Are there any long term side effects from going carnivore? Ways to gradually incorporate non-carnivore foods back into your diet Iodine - why we need it and why not all iodine is safe Overcoming the fear of not healing Sponsored By: ARMRA For a discount use code DIGEST at tryarmra.com Pique Tea piquelife.com/digest for up to 15% OFF and freebies Equip Foods Code DIGEST gets you 20% off at Equipfoods.com/digest Branch Basics For 15% off starter kits, use code LILSIPPER at branchbasics.com/lilsipper Connect with Judy Website Instagram The Carnivore Cure Book Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Produced By: Drake Peterson Edited By: Mike Frey

Part 2 of 2 in today’s BOK - What are the best foods to store that are still healthy? Tips on how to choose the right items even if they are the same foods. How to store produce to last the longest (UNREFRIGERATED!). + The best water filter, mineral drops to add back into your water, and so much more! Show Links: Water Filter I Use Mineral Drops Sponsored By: Seed Go to seed.com/digest and use code 25digest for 25% off Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.

Switching from vegan to vegetarian, Mollie Engelhart is the owner of two regenerative farms, SAGE kitchen, mother of 5, and a board member of Kiss the Ground, and she joins the conversation to all things organic produce, regenerative farming, what has happened over decades, convenience foods, fertility, and so much more!  Topics discussed: Chemicals being sprayed on Organic produce Organic regulations Why poop and pee is good for our food Regenerative farming Fertility rates Switching from vegan to vegetarian Effects of births from the diet the mother has CA vs TX laws and regulations Ultra processed foods vs processed foods Advice for those living in the city to still eat farm to table SAGE kitchen is changing! As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: CBDistillery  Get 25% off code: DIGEST Bite For 20% off, use code DIGEST at trybite.com/digest  Nuzest Go to nuzest-usa.com/bethanyspantry  Connect with Mollie: Instagram YouTube SAGE kitchen Sovereignty Ranch Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Produced By: Drake Peterson Edited By: Mike Frey

Part 1 of 2 in today’s BOK - What are the best foods to store that are still healthy? Tips on how to choose the right items even if they are the same foods. How to store produce to last the longest (UNREFRIGERATED!). + The best water filter, mineral drops to add back into your water, and so much more! As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at [email protected].  And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: CBDistillery  Get 25% off with code: DIGEST Nuzest Go to nuzest-usa.com/bethanyspantry Check Out Bethany: Bethany’s Instagram: @lilsipper Bethany’s Website My Digestive Support Protein Powder Gut Reset Book  Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds)