The health of our GI tract is finally getting the attention is deserves. However, many people believe they can just take a probiotic and call it a day. But just as everything in the supplement industry is concerned, not all probiotics are created equal.
Today’s guest is Natasha Trenev, dubbed “The Mother of Probiotics”, having significantly contributed to the evolution of the probiotic industry. Her extensive experience and knowledge of the industry began with her family’s 750 year history of producing prized yogurt by the royal family of Yugoslavia. In 1980 she became the first person in North America to introduce the category of probiotic dietary supplements for human use. She is the founder and president of Natren Inc, which makes probiotic products that come with 40 years of focused, rigorous scientific research, and technology from leading scientists and researchers in the field of probiotics.
We chat all things gut microbiome, microbiota, probiotics, the supplement industry, and how the gut impacts every aspect of human health - physical, mental, emotional, skin and organ health. We get into autism, mental health, and more.
Topics Include:
what is the microbiome
microbiota
the probiotic and supplement industry
regulations
shelf stable versus enteric coated pills
the best way to encapsulate probiotics
healthy ecosystems
educating the public
mental health
what to do if one has to take antibiotics
soil bacteria
doing the right thing and helping others
energy exchange
and more!
www.natren.com
Natren IG: @natrenprobiotic
Natasha's IG: @natashatrenev
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Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
Jun 22, 2023
52 min
Ep 106: On this episode we chat with Lucas McLawhorn, founder of Well-Fed Ed, a healthy food truck located in coastal North Carolina with an emphasis on educating others (particularly kids) on the benefits of proper nutrition.
Lucas’ discovery of the benefits of 'food as medicine' developed after a successful outcome with cancer. We get into all the details surrounding that trying time, as well as all that led up to it.
Topics Include:
life as a musician
teaching basketball
moving to Switzerland
education system abroad
developing debilitating back pain with no answers
diagnosed with cancer
treatment in Switzerland
reading The China Study
impact of plant-based nutrition
starting a catering business
the c-word in Europe
moving back to America
how we all just want love
food truck business
educating kids on proper nutrition
www.well-feded.com
Well-Fed Ed IG: @wellfeded2022
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Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
Jun 9, 2023
1 hr 21 min
Ep 105: Trauma is shown to cause a 60% increase in risk of developing an autoimmune disease.
On this quick solo episode I chat about my experience lately with discovering past trauma and how to go about finding peace.
Topics:
my experience with past trauma and trying to heal
types of trauma
methods for healing
meditation
Eastern Body, Western Mind book
Jun 2, 2023
18 min
Ep 104: There is still a lot of confusion revolving around cannabis, but as more research and science comes out showing the indisputable benefits, the more understanding and less stigma there seems to be towards this plant.
On this episode we chat with one of the co-owners of FlowGardens, an indoor cannabis cultivation company, about the basics of cannabis.
FlowGardens is dedicated to cultivating health and happiness through premium quality cannabis and educating their customers on the wellness benefits across the entire spectrum of cannabinoids.
Topics Include:
how David got into the industry
difference between hemp and marijuana
cannabinoids: CBD, CBG, CDC
THC
sativa versus indica
plant medicine
endocannabinoid system
cannabis benefits
cancer fighting agents
finding a premium product
growing methods
terpenes
the entourage effect
changes in the industry
how to combat cannabis stigma
synthetic cannabinoids
www.flowgardens.com
The Refined Hippie IG: @therefinedhippie
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May 25, 2023
49 min
Ep 103: Being exhausted as a new mom is common in our society, and like many complaints in Western culture has been normalized. But if the fatigue is extreme one could be suffering from post natal depletion, a term that is just now being more widely used and recognized. The condition can even last for up to 10 years after giving birth.
On this episode we chat with naturopathic doctor Amy Hawkins, ND all about the condition. Dr. Hawkins helps guide women to rebuild their health and ultimately their life.
Topics Include:
Amy's story and why she became a naturopathic doctor
post natal depletion
symptoms of post natal depletion
postpartum experience in other countries
finding postpartum support
pushing ourselves too far
modern society
feminism
judging versus supporting
prioritizing self care
when to ask for help
naturopathic medicine - "doctor as teacher"
shift in the medical world
Dr. Amy's IG: @dramyhawkins
www.drhawkinsnd.com
Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
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May 11, 2023
55 min
Ep 102: A new season of the podcast has begun and we're kicking it off with a current events episode.
A lot of interesting things have happened since we last chatted so let's get into it!
Topics Include:
Dairy fire that killed 18,000 cows
My theories on what happened
The dairy industry
Audrey Plaza's "Wood Milk" campaign
The milk industry is dying
My favorite way to make plant milk
US approves "Poop Pill"
C. Diff
You can learn more about the dairy industry by listening to episode 8, The Low Down Dairy. There's also a great new documentary called Milked.
IG: @therefinedhippie
www.therefinedhippie.com
May 4, 2023
27 min
Ep 101: On this episode we chat with raw vegan Nate Maris about his transition from hunter, eating the SAD (Standard American Diet) to raw foodie.
Nate had quite a few aha moments throughout the years but chose to suppress them like many of us do living in modern society. The last straw came after a chance encounter on the ski slopes and the rest is history.
Nate now creates incredible content to help others take control of their health, lives, and ultimately souls.
Topics Include:
fishing as a young boy
making the ethical connection
ahimsa
putting the blinders on
raising and breeding rabbits
working in the healthcare industry
self preservation
his mom's healing from stage 4 kidney cancer
Gerson therapy
experience as a coronary care nurse
destiny on the ski slopes
switching to raw vegan
finding love in the raw food world
getting people to just eat more whole plant foods
starting ones awakening journey
raising awareness
consciousness of plants
what Nate eats in a day
Nate's YouTube
Nate IG: @rawnattyn8
www.therefinedhippie.com
Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
Mar 10, 2023
1 hr 37 min
Ep 100: I can't believe it - 100 episodes recorded! Thank you so much for your support and love through the years! This has been an amazing experience and I couldn't do it without you.
On this episode I chat about my experience podcasting, what I've learned, how and why I got started, and how to start your own podcast. I also go over my top downloaded episodes of all time as well as my favorites.
Again, thank you thank you, from the bottom of my heart! Cheers to the next 100 episodes!
Mar 2, 2023
19 min
Ep 99: Trying to be the healthiest version of oneself doesn't stop at the food we consume. It also matters what we consume through our eyes, ears, minds, and most certainly, our skin!
Shifting away from toxic beauty and into the organic realm is critical when taking a holistic approach to one's life.
On this solo episode we explore the toxic skincare industry and how (and why) to make better choices.
Topics Include:
FDA regulation
toxic burden
Cosmetic Act of 1938
EWG studies
common toxins
clean brands I love
documentaries to watch
how to navigate the skincare world
www.therefinedhippie.com
Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
Feb 23, 2023
38 min
Ep 98: On this episode we have my good friend Carly Foley back on the show to chat all about hormones, liver health, and Ayurveda.
Topics Include:
hormonal balance
Ayurveda and the doshas
bringing in more yin
coming from a place of depletion
nourishing the body
glutathione
fats
liver detox
nutrients needed for liver detox
birth control
5 R’s of gut health
how to increase your digestive fire
gut focused hypnosis
ileocecal valve and massaging it
the truth about soy and phytoestrogen
estrogen and progesterone
adrenal fatigue
trauma and healing
benefits of a spiritual practice
social media
all about ojas
Carly's IG: @wholistic_wellness_works
Carly's website: www.wholisticwellnessworks.com
Rebecca's IG: @therefinedhippie
www.therefinedhippie.com
Feb 16, 2023
1 hr 30 min
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