Best Sophia Ruan Gushée Podcasts (2025)

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E99. How Endocrine Disruptors Harm Fertility & Fecundity | Dr. Paul Magarelli, Reproductive Endocrinologist (Part 2) 19:03

3d ago19:03

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This episode features an excerpt from Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox masterclass with renowned reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Paul Magarelli. He explains how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs)—found in plastics, personal care products, pesticides, and air pollution—are contributing to declining sperm counts, hormone imbalances, miscarriages, …

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E98. What Endocrine Disruptors Are Doing to Our Fertility: Reflections on Dr. Paul Magarelli’s Insights (Part 1) 10:59

2d ago10:59

10:59

In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by her colleague and niece Elizabeth McCormick to reflect on Sophia’s masterclass interview with reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Paul Magarelli (featured in Part 2). Together, they unpack the most compelling insights from Dr. Magarelli about how endocrine-disrupting chemi…

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E97. I Hated Sleep—Until I Heard This Hidden Brain Episode 4:19

10d ago4:19

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For most of my life, sleep felt like a waste of time—something to minimize, not prioritize. And while recent science on the invaluable benefits of sleep—like how it detoxes your brain and is critical in learning and memory—I still didn't want to sleep more. Until one Hidden Brain episode changed everything. In this short and personal Practical Nont…

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E96. Radiant Skin & Holistic Beauty Rituals with Shiva Rose | Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast 24:47

12d ago24:47

24:47

In this illuminating episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast, host Sophia Ruan Gushée and her niece Elizabeth McCormick dive deep into what they learned from holistic beauty pioneer Shiva Rose in the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox masterclass. Elizabeth shares her personal journey of transforming persistent skin issues with simple yet powe…

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E95. How High-Heat Cooking Creates Toxins—and Simple Ways to Avoid Them 8:26

16d ago8:26

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Part of the Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked Thursday series—light, inspiring insights from Sophia’s personal journey in Practical Nontoxic Living™. Did you know that the way you cook can create cancer-causing compounds in your food? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée highlights the hidden dangers of high-heat cooking met…

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E94. Healing Spaces: How Nontoxic Interior Design Can Transform Your Health (with Deborah DiMare) 30:48

18d ago30:48

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Your home can be a powerful catalyst for healing and wellness—when designed thoughtfully and consciously. This engaging episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast begins with Sophia Ruan Gushée and her Ruan Living colleague (and niece!), Elizabeth McCormick, sharing what they learned and loved most from Deborah DiMare’s illuminating mastercl…

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E93. Are Wireless Earbuds Harming Your Health? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 5:51

23d ago5:51

5:51

Think your wireless earbuds are harmless? Think again. In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us that Bluetooth or wireless earphones blast radiation directly through your brain No fluff, no deep dive—just a powerful wake-up call about an everyday habit that could be…

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E92. Clean Eating Hacks for Busy Lives: Detox Foods & Immune Boosting with Nutritionist & Cancer Survivor Elissa Goodman 1:20:27

26d ago1:20:27

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Wondering how to realistically eat clean and optimize your health amid a busy life? In this special episode, we're joined by nutritionist, speaker, author, and cancer survivor Elissa Goodman. You'll hear a powerful clip from Elissa’s masterclass featured in the 40-Day Home Detox, where she shares practical tips for cooking nutrient-dense, clean mea…

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E91. Raw vs. Steamed Veggies: What’s Healthiest? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 2:23

1M ago2:23

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Curious whether raw or steamed vegetables are better for your health? In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us what research reveals about how cooking methods impact the nutrient content of your vegetables. This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom is part…

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E90. Introducing Raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living™ | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 2:01

1M ago2:01

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Welcome to Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked—a new Thursday series on the Practical Nontoxic Living podcast by Ruan Living. In these short, weekly episodes, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares gentle, behind-the-scenes insights—like raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom—meant to spark your curiosity and support small, meaningful changes in your home and …

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E89. What 18 Years of Simplifying Nontoxic Living Taught Me — Interviewed by DailyMail’s Health Editor (Part 4) 17:07

1M ago17:07

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In this special twist, DailyMail's U.S. Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri flips the script and interviews Sophia Ruan Gushée for her upcoming feature on the 40-Day Home Detox. Alexa turns her journalist’s eye on Sophia’s 18-year journey in detoxing her home and life—what’s surprised her most, how her approach has evolved, and the three easiest (a…

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E88. Beyond Your Home Detox: Expert Guidance for What Comes Next (Part 3) 23:01

1M ago23:01

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In Part 3 of our series with DailyMail.com’s Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri, Alexa reveals her favorite part of the 40-Day Home Detox: The expert-led masterclasses, which empower participants with practical wisdom on nutrition, hormone health, interior design, mindset, and emotional well-being. After your home detox stage, your final stage of …

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E87. How a Health Editor and Her Husband Tackled Ruan's 40-Day Home Detox (Part 2) 14:36

1M ago14:36

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DailyMail US Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri continues her 40-Day Home Detox journey, sharing a peek into her experience. She reveals how, even though she had been avoiding fragrance because it triggers her migraines, 40-Day Home Detox taught her the many other household products that contain fragrance. She also discusses how the LOLA POP Detox…

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E86. What Surprised a Health Editor During Her 40-Day Detox Adventure — Part 1 15:00

1M ago15:00

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Even health journalists get surprised—Alexa Lardieri reveals what she learned while detoxing her own home. Alexa Lardieri, Deputy Health Editor at DailyMail.com, has written countless articles about the dangers of toxic chemicals in our everyday products. But after completing the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox, she discovered just how much she didn’…

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E85: Greenwashing Alert: Why Recycled Plastics May Be Worse for Your Health 11:33

2M ago11:33

11:33

Recycled Plastic: The 'Eco-Friendly' Choice That’s Harming Your Health. You’ve been told that choosing recycled plastic is better for the environment—but is it safe for your health? 🚨 Studies show that recycled plastics can contain even more toxic chemicals than virgin plastic, including BPA, phthalates, and hormone disruptors that compromise your …

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E84. Household Repeat Offenders: The Simplest Way to Detox Your Home 14:30

2M ago14:30

14:30

Feeling overwhelmed by toxins in your home? You’re not alone. But what if avoiding toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and EMFs was easier than you think? In this episode, I introduce Household Repeat Offenders, a powerful concept from my critically acclaimed book, A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. These are the eve…

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E83. Ditch Plastic Straws: Hidden Health Risks & the Best Nontoxic Alternatives 8:33

2M ago8:33

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Plastic straws may seem harmless, but some can leach toxic chemicals like BPA and phthalates into your drinks—potentially disrupting hormones, reproductive health outcomes including fertility, and overall health and development. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we uncover the hidden dangers of plastic straws, explore their environmenta…

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E82. Upgrade Your Blender: Avoid Microplastics & Toxic Chemicals in Smoothies 9:55

2M ago9:55

9:55

Want cleaner, healthier smoothies? Your blender could be adding microplastics and toxic chemicals—like BPA, phthalates, and PFAS—straight into your drink or soup. In this episode, we reveal how hidden toxins leach into your smoothies and what they do to your health. Plus, learn how to upgrade your blender to avoid contamination and blend with confi…

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E81. Safe & Sustainable: The Best Nontoxic Food Containers for Kids 15:23

3M ago15:23

15:23

Are your kids' lunchboxes exposing them to hidden toxins? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we break down the safest, most durable, and eco-friendly food containers for children. From stainless steel bento boxes to silicone snack bags, we explore the best plastic-free alternatives to reduce exposure to BPA, phthalates, and other harmful…

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E80. How Cell Phone Radiation Weakens Your Brain & Lets in Microplastics and Toxins 9:01

3M ago9:01

9:01

Is your phone damaging your brain? Research suggests that cell phone radiation can weaken the blood-brain barrier, allowing microplastics and other toxic compounds in your body to reach your brain more easily. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, learn expert insights from one of the world's leading scientists, Devra Davis, founder of the …

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E79. 50% More Microplastics in Human Brains: How to Protect Yourself 19:27

3M ago19:27

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🧠 New research reveals 50% more microplastics in human brains—what does this mean for your health? Scientists have even found higher levels in dementia patients, raising serious concerns about long-term cognitive health. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we explore: ✅ How microplastics enter the brain—and why it’s alarming ✅ Whether the…

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E78. Salt as a Mindfulness Prompt: How Everyday Moments Can Support Inner Peace 9:48

3M ago9:48

9:48

What if something as simple as salt could help you cultivate mindfulness? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we explore how salt—something we use every day—can become a powerful tool to help us be more present, mindful, and inspired to avoid plastic products. Join us as we discuss: ✅ How ordinary moments, like noticing salt at the table,…

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E77. I Researched Salt for 120 Hours—This Is the Cleanest One to Avoid Heavy Metals & Microplastics 14:09

4M ago14:09

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Not all salt is created equal. After 120 hours of deep research, I found the cleanest salt with the lowest levels of heavy metals and microplastics based on laboratory testing—and in this episode, I’m sharing my #1 recommendation with you. You’ll also learn: ✅ What a rational level of concern is over the contaminants in salt ✅ Health risks from hea…

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E76. Salt Isn’t Just Salt: The Truth About Microplastic Contamination 14:00

4M ago14:00

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Is your salt contaminated with plastic? Microplastics have infiltrated our oceans, food supply, and even the salt we sprinkle on our meals. In this episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living Podcast, Sophia dives into the shocking truth about microplastics in salt—where they come from, how they affect your health, and the best ways to avoid them. 🔹 H…

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E75. How to Design a Cleaner Home to Support Your Health with Alison Davin, Jute Interior Design 47:55

12M ago47:55

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This episode features Alison Davin, founder of Jute Interior Design, which curates beautiful spaces rooted in wellness with a focus on nontoxic materials. Her projects have been featured in Elle Decoration, Architectural Digest, and Luxe, among others. She is a member of the Design Leadership Network, the Good Future Design Alliance, and the AD PRO…

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E74. How to Avoid Microplastics: Three Easy Products to Swap in Your Household 10:19

1+ y ago10:19

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This week on Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée details three common ways microplastics and nanoplastics infiltrate your home — and how to avoid them! Swapping these products for less toxic alternatives can protect both your long-term health, fertility, and well-being, and also the environment! Shop: Stainless Steel Water Bottle mentione…

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E73. Obesogens: Why diet and exercise are not enough for a healthy lifestyle 6:09

1+ y ago6:09

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This episode features a short excerpt from January's Detox Workshop, all about Obesogens! This is a short overview on the most researched theories about the recent meteoric rise of obesity and metabolic syndrome across the world, and especially in the United States. The full presentation is available via replay through the D-Tox Academy! D-Tox Acad…

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E72. Holistic Health Tips & Nontoxic Living with Heidi Kuimjian 36:27

1+ y ago36:27

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Welcome back to Practical Nontoxic Living! This week, we have Heidi Kuimjian of Holistic with Heidi and the Lifelong podcast. Heidi is certified in Holistic Nutrition and helps people thrive holistically! Heidi and Elizabeth discuss their journeys to holistic health, nontoxic living, and their favorite tips. Enjoy! Register: Obesogens Workshop Jan …

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E71. Top 3 Tips for a Nontoxic Lifestyle with Samantha Radford, Evidence Based Mommy 38:17

1+ y ago38:17

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This week we welcome Samantha Radford (@evidence_basedmommy) to the Practical Nontoxic Living Podcast! Samantha Radford is a PhD Chemist, Public Health Expert, and mom of 4. She and Sophia share their journeys to nontoxic living and each share their top 3 easy tips to transform your health and home — without denting your budget! This episode is a m…

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E70. Cellphone Radiation & EMF Regulation with Daniel DeBaun 1:04:35

1+ y ago1:04:35

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This week, Daniel DeBaun, founder of DefenderShield, joins Sophia on Practical Nontoxic Living! A former telecom engineer before creating EMF protection products, Daniel is extremely knowledgeable about wireless radiation, EMFs, and different countries' regulations. Daniel and Sophia discuss how to protect our bodies from EMF exposure, if regulatio…

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E69. How do Forever Chemicals Affect Breast Cancer? 35:43

1+ y ago35:43

35:43

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Sophia sits down with Nancy Buermeyer of Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP). BCPP works to eliminate environmental toxins that contribute to cancer from our water, food, and consumer products. Nancy is the Director of Policy and Programming, and has influenced state and federal laws that…

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Sleep: Why It's Important with Michael Huey 40:06

1+ y ago40:06

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How much sleep do you get at night? Do you prioritize sleep? In today's episode Michelle speaks with science and sports nutrition expert Michael Huey about the importance of sleep. How much we should get. How to get it and how there are simple steps you can start taking tonight to set yourself up for healthy sleep habits. In this episode you'll lea…

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E68. Is Cellphone Radiation Harmful? 45:52

1+ y ago45:52

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Dr. David O. Carpenter joins Sophia this week to discuss EMFs, cellphone radiation standards, and how to protect yourself from cellphone emf exposure. Dr. David O. Carpenter is a public health physician whose research areas of interest include electromagnetic fields (EMFs), other environmental contaminants (like PCBs), and their effect on human hea…

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Taking Control of Your Money and Finances with Karen Coyne 38:10

1+ y ago38:10

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Financial Planner Karen Coyne joins Michelle on today's episode of the New Mid. They talk about the importance of women taking control of their finances. Karen at a young age had to learn how to deal with money when a tragic accident took her father away from her at 15. She helped her mother who was a stay at home mom, learn how to navigate how get…

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How to Evolve Your Career with Linda Lautenberg + Judy Schoenberg 48:31

1+ y ago48:31

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In today's episode Michelle has the pleasure to talk with Judy Schoenber, women's career strategist and Linda Lautenber, midlife career transition expert, who are the co-founders of EvolveMe, a career development company for women in midlife. EvolveMe works with groups of women in midlife looking to relaunch, reinvent, or level up their careers and…

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E67. The 40-Day Home Detox 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

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All about the 40-Day Home Detox program! You can also watch this workshop replay. Seeing the slides that Sophia discusses can make it easier for you to learn about the health risks from environmental & household toxic exposures, and why a foundation of nontoxic living is so important in your home. Click here to watch. Read more about the program he…

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Ditch Your Inner Good Girl with Renée Bauer 25:03

1+ y ago25:03

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In today's episode Michelle welcomes back divorce author, guest speaker and author, Renée Bauer back to talk about her new book she just released “She Who Wins.” Renée is about empowering women to snap out of victimhood and to ditch their inner good girl to design a life they deserve. You will learn... -How to stop being a people pleaser, -How to d…

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66. Which Toxins Are in My Body? with Jenna Hua, Million Marker 57:02

1+ y ago57:02

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This episode features Jenna Hua, PhD, MPH of Million Marker. Jenna shares her journey from working in the hospital system, to her struggles with fertility, to ultimately researching our household toxic exposures. She founded Million Marker, a mail-in body toxicity test that uses your data to improve your chances of conceiving through sustainable di…

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How to Detox Your Environment A to Z with Sophia Ruan Gushée 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

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In today's episode Michelle speaks with non-toxic lifestyle expert Sophia Ruan Gushée about how to detox your environment and live an overall healthier life. Since WWII there are more than 86K toxins in our environment that are not regulated. It's important that we take our health in our hands and start to detox our homes and lifestyles. Today's ep…

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The New Mid Woman: Patricia Stark 33:46

2y ago33:46

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! Have you ever felt confident but still had those butterflys or a anxiety? What do you think it would be like if you could feel calm and confident? Michelle interviews tv p…

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The New Mid Woman: Marissa J. Winokur 29:34

2y ago29:34

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! To celebrate the 100th Episode, Michelle talks with her good friend Tony Award winning actress Marissa J. Winokur. During the pandemic Marissa realized she checked all the…

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The New Mid Woman: Dr. Mindy Pelz 50:47

2y ago50:47

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! Are you ready to lose weight, get healthy and learn how to do is with your natural cycle? In today's episode, Michelle interviews Dr. Mindy Pelz about her new book: "Fast …

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The New Mid Woman: Marilee Nelson 37:01

2y ago37:01

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! Have you wondered why we are so sick as a nation? Cancer, Autoimmune diseases, Type 2 Diabetes, Alzheimers, ADHD, Autism, to name a few! Today's guest, Marilee Nelson, has…

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The New Mid Woman: Lia Valencia Key 50:41

2y ago50:41

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! How do you go from growing up in a homeless shelter to being a host on QVC? To Welcome in Season Four, our next guest Lia Valencia Key will inspire you to be your biggest …

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The New Mid Woman: Dr. Anna Cabeca 28:47

2y ago28:47

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! In today's episode I am so fortunate to be joined by the Girlfriend Doctor, Dr. Anna Cabeca. She is triple board certified and is a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, in…

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The New Mid Woman: Heather Monahan 34:53

2y ago34:53

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! Heather Monahan cracked the glass ceiling when she became the Chief Revenue Officer of a Media company, winning awards and recognition for driving company growth. After re…

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The New Mid Woman: Amy Lacey 41:37

2y ago41:37

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Amy Lacey turned her mess into her message. Amy's life turned upside down after she had her third child at age 40. She developed blood clots, autoimmune disease and was put on five different medications that left her depressed. After realizing she needed to take her life in her own hands, Amy started to concentrate on the foods that she was eating.…

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65. Which Household Items Threaten Mental Health? 35:26

2y ago35:26

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Did you know that neurotoxicants, which are exposures that can alter or compromise the structure or function of the nervous system, are found in countless household items, school supplies, and more? This episode features an excerpt from a live workshop Sophia hosted in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Listen to learn the current trends & sta…

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The New Mid Woman: Joan Lunden 42:17

2y ago42:17

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We're proud to introduce the New Mid Summer Series: The New Mid Woman! This summer we'll be looking back at some of our favorite and most inspirational guests from past episodes! Joan Lunden is a household name for many Midlife women who grew up with her as the Host of Good Morning America for almost 20 years. An award-winning journalist, a bestsel…

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Breaking the Mold in Midlife with Elizabeth Cromwell 34:57

2y ago34:57

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Have you ever thought of quiting your job, selling all your belongings and going out on a journey of self-discovery? That is exactly what my next guest Elizabeth Cromwell did. She left a successful career and decided to take a year sabbatical to stop the rat race and do her own "Eat, Pray, Love" Plus One. She's decided to put a framework around her…

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