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The Healthy Habit Podcast
We spotlight the latest breakthroughs in naturopathic and functional medicine featuring world-class physicians, nutraceutical industry experts, celebrities, professional athletes, and noted authors. Our mission is to help you, our listener, live your healthiest life using the strategies we discuss on the podcast.
The Best of the Healthy Habit Podcast
Episode 249: The CHAGA Mushroom Difference🍄 w/Rich Funk
12/22/25 31:28 min
Rich Funk is the CEO and Founder of The Better For You Company. He started Better For You in March, 2021, as a part-time side investment and he transitioned to full-time in May, 2023. The purpose of his company is to support and create new-to-world, differentiated brands and business models that will have a positive, lasting impact on consumers’ lives. The first brand, BOOM Chaga, launched in November, 2023. Rich has 30 years experience in the consumer products goods industry.
Episode 248: Deep Sleep Strategies😴💤 w/Maria Maroney
12/18/25 29:49 min
Maria Maroney, MS is an Integrative Nutritionist with decades of Natural Products Industry experience across both retail and practitioner channels including work for the esteemed Institute of Functional Medicine. Maria holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health. While she maintains a “food-first” approach, she’s keenly aware of the lack of nutrients in foods grown today and firmly believes in the positive impact the right supplements can have on human health.
Episode 247: Fighting Arthritis the Natural Way w/Stacy Faulkner
12/17/25 32:10 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 246: LIVER and Immune System Support w/Tom Dadant
12/15/25 27:26 min
Tom Dadant has spent the last 53 years of his life immersed in the Natural Foods movement and the Dietary Supplement industry. In 1970, he began as an organic farmer on the Big Island of Hawaii, went on to own and manage a vegetarian restaurant in Honolulu, and produced fresh organic fruit and vegetable juices for a dentist’s and medical doctor’s patients as well as retail outlets on the island of Oahu.
Episode 245: Supplements as "Health Insurance" for Men and Women🛡️ w/Stacy Faulkner
12/15/25 29:00 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 244: Natural Cold and Flu Necessities🥶🤒 w/Stacy Faulkner
12/12/25 28:10 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 243: 🧩Basic to the Health BASICS🧩 w/Dr. Kate Rhéaume
12/11/25 29:26 min
Author and naturopathic doctor Kate Rhéaume is a graduate and former faculty member of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kate lectures internationally on many topics related to health and wellness, and is a frequent guest on radio and television across North America. She is the author of the best-selling book Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life.
Episode 242: Peak Performance Unlocked: The New Go-To for Muscle Energy
w/Giulia Borges
12/09/25 28:36 min
Tom Dadant has spent the last 53 years of his life immersed in the Natural Foods movement and the Dietary Supplement industry. In 1970, he began as an organic farmer on the Big Island of Hawaii, went on to own and manage a vegetarian restaurant in Honolulu, and produced fresh organic fruit and vegetable juices for a dentist’s and medical doctor’s patients as well as retail outlets on the island of Oahu.
Episode 241: Award-Winning Curcumin for Health Optimization w/Cheryl Myers
12/09/25 27:12 min
Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs for EuroPharma, Inc., is a healthcare professional with certifications in cancer, pain control, and issues of aging. She is an expert in dietary supplements and natural medicines who has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and television shows. Cheryl is a member of the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal, and her own published research has included topics such as menopause, diabetes, sleep disorders, and digestive health.
Episode 240: Peak Performance Unlocked: The New Go-To for Muscle Energy💪⚡ w/Giulia Borges
12/05/25 27:57 min
Giulia Albieri Borges, currently serves as Regulatory Affairs Scientist and Education Specialist at BBCO. Giulia received her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science from Brigham Young University-Idaho, and her Master’s degree in Individualized Genomics and Health from Johns Hopkins University. Her passion for science and health has been of great impact in her life, introducing her to the fascinating realm of supplements and cosmetics.
Episode 239: Stronger, Faster, and Smarter Immune System🚀 w/Matt Steiner
11/21/25 26:53 min
Matt Steiner has worked in the natural products industry as a sales and marketing executive for over 30 years. He has been a guest on numerous radio and talk shows and given lectures to a variety of audiences within the trade industry. Matt obtained a bachelor’s of science degree from the Carlson Business School of Management from the University of Minnesota. He currently serves as Vice President of the Consumer Division for Immune Health Basics, a company dedicated to improving immune health.
Episode 238: Maximizing Fertility w/Ashley Jones
11/21/25 26:43 min
Ashley Jones, wellness education specialist at LifeSeasons, was born and raised in Baltimore. Her background and certifications is include retail, holistic health, reiki, fine art, and mindful leadership. Before coming to LifeSeasons she was a wellness manager at MOM’s Organic Market (an East Coast chain) and stayed with the company for 13 years. She is currently working toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Ashley loves to combine her interests in medical history, research, and infectious disease with holistic health and art to help others.
Episode 237: Beauty and Relaxation Using TOPICAL Magnesium w/Lydia Ellsworth
11/20/25 22:14 min
Lydia Ellsworth currently serves as the Health & Beauty Education Specialist for Nutraceutical/BBCO. She is also the Area Sales Representative for Arizona and New Mexico and selling a robust portfolio of Better Being’s products to health food stores. She has over 22 years of experience in the natural product industry with Nutraceutical/BBCO. Lydia has specialized experience in selling health and beauty products, exclusively working with the HABA category for over 10 years.
Episode 236: Mushrooms for Fighting Seasonal Allergies and Inflammation w/Richard Cividanes
11/17/25 19:43 min
Maria Maroney, MS is an Integrative Nutritionist with decades of Natural Products Industry experience across both retail and practitioner channels including work for the esteemed Institute of Functional Medicine. Maria holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health. While she maintains a “food-first” approach, she’s keenly aware of the lack of nutrients in foods grown today and firmly believes in the positive impact the right supplements can have on human health.
Episode 235: Mushrooms for Fighting Seasonal Allergies and Inflammation w/Richard Cividanes
11/17/25 27:07 min
Richard Cividanes, National Science Educator at Host Defense Mushrooms, has over 25 years involvement with the natural products industry. His experience includes working as a staff member in health food stores and Natural Food Co-Ops in New York and Washington State. Richard is part of the family who founded Topical BioMedics and developed the award-winning homeopathic topical brand, Topricin. He was their Brand Manager and Educator for 15 years, where he regularly traveled the country, educating thousands of retail staff and medical professionals on the benefits of homeopathy Topricin. He is excited to share his love and admiration of the Fungal kingdom with its unique abilities to support the health of mind, body, spirit and planet during his educational lectures and conversations.
Episode 234: BOOM Chaga for next-level health and wellness🚀 w/Rich Funk
11/11/25 26:14 min
Rich Funk is the CEO and Founder of The Better For You Company. He started Better For You in March, 2021, as a part-time side investment and he transitioned to full-time in May, 2023. The purpose of his company is to support and create new-to-world, differentiated brands and business models that will have a positive, lasting impact on consumers’ lives. The first brand, BOOM Chaga, launched in November, 2023. Rich has 30 years experience in the consumer products goods industry.
Episode 233: Osteoporosis and Strong Bones🦴💪 w/Dr. Virender Sodhi
11/04/25 27:14 min
Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurveda) is an internationally respected Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician who is credited with evolving the understanding of Ayurvedic herbal medicine in the West. Dr. Sodhi became an Ayurvedic doctor in 1980 and worked as Ayurvedic Medical professor until 1986 before becoming the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States in 1988.
Episode 232: Why PROBIOTICS Truly Make a Difference w/Yolanda Fenton
10/28/25 29:25 min
Yolanda Fenton, BSc, is Director of Product Innovation for Natural Factors. She has spent close to 30 years in the nutraceutical and supplement industry, advancing product development and education. Her focus and passion for spotting product trends has helped to direct the dynamic evolution and growth of Natural Factors.
Episode 231: How to Get Your Omega-3s w/Jolie Root
10/28/25 30:20 min
Jolie Root, Senior Nutritionist and Educator at Carlson Labs, is a nurse, nutritionist, health educator, and medical journalist who has been active in the Natural Products industry for 40 years. Jolie travels throughout North America and abroad attending medical conferences, lecturing, and educating about the role of nutrition in integrative medicine.
Episode 230: Training the Immune System for Fall and Winter🍂❄️ w/Matt Steiner
10/24/25 27:18 min
Dan Chapman is the Founder & CEO of Redd Remedies and a lifelong advocate for whole-body wellness. His passion for natural health was sparked by his mother’s healing journey and grew through decades of hands-on experience in the natural products industry. While managing Sunrise Health Foods, his family’s health food store, Dan identified gaps in the supplement space and began formulating targeted, high-quality solutions to meet real needs. With a foundation in faith and a commitment to purity and efficacy, Dan launched Redd Remedies to help individuals feel better so they can live better.
Episode 229: Training the Immune System for Fall and Winter🍂❄️ w/Matt Steiner
10/24/25 26:30 min
Matt Steiner has worked in the natural products industry as a sales and marketing executive for over 30 years. He has been a guest on numerous radio and talk shows and given lectures to a variety of audiences within the trade industry. Matt obtained a bachelor’s of science degree from the Carlson Business School of Management from the University of Minnesota. He currently serves as Vice President of the Consumer Division for Immune Health Basics, a company dedicated to improving immune health.
Episode 228: 👨👴🏾 MEN'S HEALTH PART TWO! w/Stacy Faulkner
10/20/25 27:59 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 226: How to naturally improve sleep quality and energy w/Dr. Kate Rhéaume
10/10/25 25:17 min
Jerry Angelini is an integrative practitioner with training and experience in psychiatric and chronic illness rehabilitation and is the Host Defense Education director. His undergraduate and graduate degrees from Boston University formed the foundation of his conventional medical training which is augmented by TCM herbalism Ayurveda and Western clinical herbalism. Since 2012, Jerry has led the National Science Education team for Host Defense mushrooms. He offers mycologically and herbally informed education across the United States as well as internationally.
Episode 225: Why mushrooms for better health?🍄🧐 An expert explains - w/Jerry Angelini
10/08/25 26:38 min
Jerry Angelini is an integrative practitioner with training and experience in psychiatric and chronic illness rehabilitation and is the Host Defense Education director. His undergraduate and graduate degrees from Boston University formed the foundation of his conventional medical training which is augmented by TCM herbalism Ayurveda and Western clinical herbalism. Since 2012, Jerry has led the National Science Education team for Host Defense mushrooms. He offers mycologically and herbally informed education across the United States as well as internationally.
Episode 224: Omega−7 fatty acids and SEA BUCKTHORN w/Cheryl Myers
10/08/25 28:34 min
Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs for EuroPharma, Inc., is a healthcare professional with certifications in cancer, pain control, and issues of aging. She is an expert in dietary supplements and natural medicines who has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and television shows. Cheryl is a member of the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal, and her own published research has included topics such as menopause, diabetes, sleep disorders, and digestive health.
Episode 223: Enzymes and HCl for Healthy Digestion w/Kyle Schnitger
10/02/25 29:33 min
Kyle Schnitger currently serves as an Area Sales Representative and Education Specialist. His love for science, education and athletics leads him to Newman University where he played baseball and studied Biology and Secondary Education. Early in his professional career Kyle was a middle and high school science teacher and baseball coach. As a former college athlete, training, nutrition, and competition have always been a huge part of Kyle’s life. He worked as a fitness coach helping others achieve their goals while training as an armature triathlete and CrossFit athlete.
Episode 222: Combining mushrooms, herbs, and nutrients for better health w/Jerry Angelini
10/02/25 26:25 min
Jerry Angelini is an integrative practitioner with training and experience in psychiatric and chronic illness rehabilitation and is the Host Defense Education director. His undergraduate and graduate degrees from Boston University formed the foundation of his conventional medical training which is augmented by TCM herbalism Ayurveda and Western clinical herbalism. Since 2012, Jerry has led the National Science Education team for Host Defense mushrooms. He offers mycologically and herbally informed education across the United States as well as internationally.
Episode 221: Ayurvedic GUT HEALTH Education w/Dr. Virender Sodhi
09/29/25 27:06 min
Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurveda) is an internationally respected Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician who is credited with evolving the understanding of Ayurvedic herbal medicine in the West. Dr. Sodhi became an Ayurvedic doctor in 1980 and worked as Ayurvedic Medical professor until 1986 before becoming the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States in 1988. He is credited with founding Ayush Herbs and bringing Ayurvedic herbs to the United States. His experience with Ayurvedic and Naturopathic medicines has resulted in extensive lecturing worldwide on these subjects culminating into his latest book titled “Free Medicine: Your Body, a Natural Pharmacy.” He currently practices at the Ayurvedic & Naturopathic Medical Clinic in Bellevue, Washington with a focus in Oncology.
Episode 220: MEN'S HEALTH! w/Stacy Faulkner
09/23/25 27:18 min
Yolanda Fenton, BSc, is Director of Product Innovation for Natural Factors. She has spent close to 30 years in the nutraceutical and supplement industry, advancing product development and education. Her focus and passion for spotting product trends has helped to direct the dynamic evolution and growth of Natural Factors.
Episode 219: MEN'S HEALTH! w/Stacy Faulkner
09/22/25 25:47 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 218: 🧠 Mental Health Support: PART 2 w/Stacy Faulkner
09/19/25 29:32 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 217: Are Probiotics Worth The Hype? w/Nikita Austen
09/16/25 27:51 min
Nikita Austen, Senior Director, Global Training and Education at Better Being Co. Born in Europe and raised as an Olympic-trained gymnast and competitive bodybuilder, Nikita applied her discipline in the wellness space early on in her career. With her education in biochemistry and nutrition and 13 years of experience in the natural products industry, Nikita understands the market and combines science with fun in her training.
Episode 216: The The TRUTH on Women's Hormones: Part 2 w/Dr. Kate Rhéaume
09/09/25 22:21 min
Author and naturopathic doctor Kate Rhéaume is a graduate and former faculty member of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kate lectures internationally on many topics related to health and wellness, and is a frequent guest on radio and television across North America. She is the author of the best-selling book Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life.
Episode 215: The TRUTH on Women's Hormones: Part 1 w/Dr. Kate Rhéaume
08/26/25 23:17 min
Author and naturopathic doctor Kate Rhéaume is a graduate and former faculty member of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kate lectures internationally on many topics related to health and wellness, and is a frequent guest on radio and television across North America. She is the author of the best-selling book Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life.
Episode 214: B-Vitamins for mental health support w/Stacy Faulkner
08/22/25 18:33 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 213: Iodine, Thyroid, and Adrenals Highlight w/Cheryl Myers
08/20/25 28:05 min
Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs for EuroPharma, Inc., is a healthcare professional with certifications in cancer, pain control, and issues of aging. She is an expert in dietary supplements and natural medicines who has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and television shows. Cheryl is a member of the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal, and her own published research has included topics such as menopause, diabetes, sleep disorders, and digestive health.
Episode 212: Regenerative Farming for Healthy Soil w/Monique Wellise
08/19/25 27:41 min
Maria Maroney, MS is an Integrative Nutritionist with decades of Natural Products Industry experience across both retail and practitioner channels including work for the esteemed Institute of Functional Medicine. Maria holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health. While she maintains a “food-first” approach, she’s keenly aware of the lack of nutrients in foods grown today and firmly believes in the positive impact the right supplements can have on human health.
Episode 211: Defending the Cardiovascular System
PART THREE w/Nick Stern
08/19/25 26:58 min
Monique Wellise has been a passionate sales and education leader in the natural products Industry for over two decades. Her background includes training at the American School of Herbalism, extensive work with the integrative medical community, and alliances with some of the industry’s most well-reputed brands. Her work in the health retail and professional channels has been an inspiration to her in terms of the positive impact nutrition can have on health and humanity. Monique currently serves as the National Sales Manager for the Natural Factors US division.
Episode 210: Defending the Cardiovascular System❤️ PART THREE w/Nick Stern
08/14/25 29:08 min
Nick Stern is a former competitive athlete and self-directed nutraceutical researcher with over 50 years experience in health and wellness. In 2008 he co-founded the famous Sun Warrior brand, one of the pioneers of plant-based supplements, which has become a brand name in over 100 countries worldwide.
Episode 209: Holistic Women’s Health: A Deep Dive into Herbs, Nutrition & Hormones w/Dr. Virender Sodhi
08/14/25 27:47 min
Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurveda) is an internationally respected Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician who is credited with evolving the understanding of Ayurvedic herbal medicine in the West. Dr. Sodhi became an Ayurvedic doctor in 1980 and worked as Ayurvedic Medical professor until 1986 before becoming the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States in 1988. He is credited with founding Ayush Herbs and bringing Ayurvedic herbs to the United States.
Episode 208:🚨KEY Mushroom for Performance and Longevity w/Richard Cividanes
08/14/25 26:19 min
Richard Cividanes, National Science Educator at Host Defense Mushrooms, has over 25 years involvement with the natural products industry. His experience includes working as a staff member in health food stores and Natural Food Co-Ops in New York and Washington State. Richard is part of the family who founded Topical BioMedics and developed the award-winning homeopathic topical brand, Topricin.
Episode 207: Say Goodbye to Joint Pain – Naturally! w/Stacy Faulkner
08/07/25 26:51 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 205: Stronger Roots, Fuller Hair: Why Castor Oil is a Game Changer w/Lydia Ellsworth
07/31/25 26:13 min
Lydia Ellsworth currently serves as the Health & Beauty Education Specialist for Nutraceutical/BBCO. She is also the Area Sales Representative for Arizona and New Mexico and selling a robust portfolio of Better Being’s products to health food stores. She has over 22 years of experience in the natural product industry with Nutraceutical/BBCO. Lydia has specialized experience in selling health and beauty products, exclusively working with the HABA category for over 10 years.
Episode 204: Collagen for Beautiful Skin w/Natasha Paroutis
07/31/25 25:29 min
Natasha Paroutis, BASc, is a nutritionist and wellness professional with over 14 years of experience in the nutritional supplement industry. She regularly educates the public and health industry retailers about healthy eating and supplementation, especially related to skin health and collagen. Natasha completed her bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition at Toronto Metropolitan University. As a passionate nutritionist, avid runner, and nutritional supplement expert, she combines her love of nutrition and natural remedies to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.
Episode 203: Natural Support for Pain and Inflammation w/Stacy Faulkner
07/21/25 27:16 min
Dr. Xochitl Palomino, ND, was a holistic integrative primary care physician in the state of Washington for over eleven years. She received her naturopathic doctorate degree at Bastyr University and her undergraduate degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Her first exposure to the benefits of herbs and plants was with her Mexican mother at seven years old, and the pursuit to further learn persisted throughout her adulthood.
Episode 202: Natural Support for Pain and Inflammation w/Stacy Faulkner
07/15/25 27:04 min
Stacy has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. As a National Educator for Emerald Labs, Stacy provides insight and understanding to those seeking information regarding better health through proper supplementation and self care.
Episode 201: Defending the Cardiovascular System❤️ w/Nick Stern
07/09/25 27:34 min
Nick Stern is a former competitive athlete and self-directed nutraceutical researcher with over 50 years experience in health and wellness. In 2008 he co-founded the famous Sun Warrior brand, one of the pioneers of plant-based supplements, which has become a brand name in over 100 countries worldwide. He recently co-founded SunNutrition and is the creator and formulator of Vascular Defense, the first product of its kind for cardiovascular health and inflammation.
Episode 200: Women's Health Tools w/Laurel Sterling | The Healthy Habit Podcast #200
07/07/25 28:51 min
Laurel Sterling is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Certified Nutritionist, and National Educator for Carlson Labs, and she has worked in the Natural Products Industry since 2000. Over the years Laurel has counseled hundreds of individuals, lectured at various corporations and events, written numerous articles and blogs, and can be heard on radio shows and podcasts.
Episode 92: Making Sense of Women’s Health w/Dr. Marita Schauch PART 1
02/08/24 26:10 min
Dr. Marita Schauch, naturopathic doctor and national educator at Natural Factors, is the author of the two books Making Sense of Women’s Health and Collagen Myths & Misconceptions.
Episode 91:Exploring the Probiotic-Immunity Connection w/Hillary Nitschke
02/02/24 26:42 min
Welcome to our monthly check-in with Steven Harkins, Director of Education at North American Herb and Spice!
Episode 86: 🍄FUNGI for the Immune System, Brain, and Gut w/Richard Cividanes
12/18/23 28:43 min
Richard Cividanes has over 25 years involvement with the natural products industry. His experience includes working as a staff member in health food stores and Natural Food Co-Ops in New York and Washington State. Richard is part of the family who founded Topical BioMedics and developed the award-winning homeopathic topical brand, Topricin. He was their Brand Manager and Educator for 15 years, where he regularly traveled the country, educating thousands of retail staff and medical professionals on the benefits of homeopathy Topricin.
Episode 84: RAW Probiotics for Immunity and Longevity w/Udo Erasmus
12/07/23 28:59 min
Welcome to our monthly check-in with Steven Harkins, Director of Education at North American Herb and Spice7
Episode 70: RIXX LOTION for an active, healthy, beautiful life
10/11/23 28:14 min
erry Govan kicked off Rixx Lotion 40+ years ago while he was active in sports, dancing, loved horseback riding, and also loved natural healing (including meridian therapy). Donna Govan (Jerry’s wife) fit right in as she is from the Midwest, where health comes from the garden, and she has a passion for natural healing. Both Donna and Jerry love to help people take their health and wellness to the next level.
Episode 63: Essential Fats and Brain Health, the Nordic Way w/Kira Barrett
9/18/23 27:21 min
Kira Barrett, national educator at Nordic Naturals, is a nutritionist with a passion for helping others pave their way towards optimal health and wellbeing. She holds a degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from Colorado State University and enjoys helping others learn about the correlations between the science of nutrients and human metabolism, and their correlations with vibrant health. As a Colorado native, she spends her leisure time in the mountains skiing, hiking, and rock climbing and spending time with her baby, two step kids, and husband.
Episode 57: Chiropractic Power & Post-Car Accident Care w/Dr. Roxane Zamora
8/29/23 26:18 min
Dr. Roxane Zamora, doctor of chiropractic medicine, has been in practice in North Phoenix, at the same location for 14 years. Dr. Zamora provides chiropractic corrective care and car accident care for all ages.
Episode 51: All Things HOST DEFENSE Mushrooms🍄 w/Gina Rivers
8/07/23 27:08 min
Gina Rivers is the National Science Educator at Host Defense Mushrooms. She is a community herbalist and educator with over 30 years of experience in the natural products industry. Her curriculum vitae includes retail management, sales representation, herbal and nutritional education and consultation, and formulation. She began her study of herbalism at the age of 15 and has had the opportunity to study with some of the most eminent leaders in the field.
Episode 48: The Importance of CHIROPRACTIC Medicine w/Dr. Roxane Zamora
7/26/23 20:52 min
Dr. Roxane Zamora, doctor of chiropractic medicine, has been in practice in North Phoenix, at the same location for 14 years. Dr. Zamora provides chiropractic corrective care and car accident care for all ages.
Episode 47: Brain Health, SPECT scans, and Naturopathy w/Dr. Jennifer Burns
7/24/23 25:59 min
Dr. Jennifer Burns NMD has been in practice for over 15 years. She is a published researcher, business owner, level 4 reiki master, and a brain health practitioner. Dr. Burns has contributed articles to newspapers and magazines and is a public speaker and medical expert witness. She treats hormone imbalance, fatigue, pain management, and more, which we’ll be discussing today. Some of her modalities include bioidentical hormone replacement (BHRT), peptide therapy, and individualized dietary programs to help people become their best selves.
Episode 46: Hyalogic and the World of Hyaluronic Acid w/Darren Landis
7/24/23 26:58 min
Darren Landis is the president and co-founder of the company Hyalogic. Hyalogic was one of the first to bring the hydrating benefits of the Hyaluronic Acid molecule to the marketplace for humans and animals. Darren is certified as a respiratory therapist and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health Sciences from the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has held health care positions for nearly 25 years, working directly with humans and/or animal.
Episode 35: 🍄All Things Medicinal MUSHROOMS🍄 & Host Defense w/Tom Dadant
6/08/23 25:49 min
Tom Dadant has spent the last 53 years of his life immersed in the Natural Foods movement and the Dietary Supplement industry. In 1970, he began as an organic farmer on the Big Island of Hawaii, went on to own and manage a vegetarian restaurant in Honolulu, and produced fresh organic fruit and vegetable juices for a DDS’s and an MD’s patients as well as retail outlets on the island of Oahu. For the last 28 years, Tom has represented major supplement companies as a Science Educator and Herbal Storyteller. He joined the Host Defense® education team in May of 2017 and began educating retailers and consumers nationwide on the benefits of mushrooms as dietary supplements.
Episode 22: Dr. Ohhira's PROBIOTICS, Microbiome, & Metabolites w/Ross Pelton
4/19/23 27:55 min
Ross Pelton is the Scientific Director for Essential Formulas, which specializes in premium probiotic products. Ross is also a clinical nutritionist, health educator, and author of 12 books. In October 1999, Ross was named one of the Top 50 Most Influential Pharmacists in America by American Druggist magazine for his work in natural medicine. Ross is also The Natural Pharmacist. His newest book is titled Rapamycin, mTOR, Autophagy & Treating mTOR Syndrome. Ross’ personal website, bio & blog are at: http://www.naturalpharmacist.net
Ross shared important information in this episode differentiating a standard probiotic from postbiotic metabolites and the effect they have on the gut microbiome.
Episode 17: Lion's mane, MUSHROOM science, and brain health w/Jerry Angelini
4/03/23 28:00 min
Our medicinal mushroom expert and Host Defense Education Director, Mr. Jerry Angelini, is back on today’s episode!
Jerry Angelini is an integrative practitioner with training and experience in psychiatric and chronic illness rehabilitation and is the Host Defense Education director. His undergraduate and graduate degrees from Boston University formed the foundation of his conventional medical training which is augmented by TCM herbalism Ayurveda and Western clinical herbalism. Since 2012, Jerry has led the National Science Education team for Host Defense mushrooms. He offers mycologically and herbally informed education across the United States as well as internationally.
In this episode we dive deep on neurological health, lion’s mane mushroom, Jerry’s personal favorites, and even niacin!
Episode 16: ANCIENT NUTRITION, Super Greens, Organs (& more) w/Jordan Rubin
3/30/23 27:07 min
Welcome to Episode #16, our first episode with Ancient Nutrition on the new platform, where we interview the CEO & Co-Founder himself!
Jordan Rubin is one of America’s most-recognized and respected natural health experts. He is the New York Times bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet and 29 additional titles, including his upcoming book The Probiotic Diet. He’s an eco-entrepreneur, author and lecturer on health and nutrition, Jordan is also the founder of Garden of Life® and Ancient Nutrition, where he currently serves as CEO. He’s also the founder of Heal the Planet Farm and the Ancient Nutrition Center for Regenerative Agriculture located in southern Missouri and middle Tennessee.
Today we discussed all things Ancient Nutrition, the planting of 10 million superfood trees, organ supplements, and more!
Episode 15:The Very Finest FISH OIL & Proper Omega Balance w/Laurel Sterling
3/29/23 26:38 min
Welcome to Episode #15, our inaugural episode with the legendary Carlson Labs!
Laurel Sterling is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Certified Nutritionist, and National Educator for Carlson Labs, and she has worked in the Natural Products Industry since 2000. Over the years Laurel has counseled hundreds of individuals, lectured at various corporations and events, written numerous articles and blogs, and can be heard on radio shows and podcasts. She has a genuine passion for educating, informing, and empowering the public through nutrition education.
March 2023 Podcast Episodes
Episode 14: Omega-3 Fats, HEART HEALTH, and Prevention w/Nicole Gitlin
3/22/23 26:27 min
Welcome to episode #14, where we spoke with Nicole Gitlin, H.H.P. Nicole’s passion for teaching others about health and wellness was inspired by her own health journey — a personal mission which drove her to become a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (H.H.P), Certified Herbalist (C.C.M.H), and Certified Nutrition Consultant (C.N.C). As a skilled bilingual educator, Nicole strives to deliver complex science in an easy to understand and retainable way to retailers and consumers both domestically and internationally. In her leisure time, Nicole loves to garden, cook, and explore the outdoors.
Episode 13: Montana YewTip, an anticancer PLANT, and Bighorn w/Chelsey Willis
3/21/23 25:37 min
Chelsey Willis is the daughter of Rus Willis who founded Bighorn Botanicals in 1991. She is now the Vice President of the company, and values her position. She uses cGMP guidance to ensure standard operating procedures are met for a sustainable harvest and manufacturing protocol. If you love the topic of herbal medicine, locally sourced supplements, and alternative cancer therapies, you’ll enjoy this episode!
Episode 10: All things COLLAGEN, amino acids, & anti-aging w/Natasha Paroutis
3/7/23 23:47 min
Natasha Paroutis, BASc, is a nutritionist and wellness professional with over 14 years of experience in the nutritional supplement industry. She regularly educates the public and health industry retailers about healthy eating and supplementation, especially related to skin health and collagen.
Episode 9: Ashwagandha, Glycine, and All Things SLEEP w/Joyce Moran
2/28/23 23:40 min
Joyce has 18 years of experience in sales and education in the natural products Industry, the last six years she has been employed at Youtheory with a focus on training and innovation. As a certified health coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and former health teacher her passion is to inspire optimal wellness through education.
Episode 7: Garden of Life, Protein Powder, and Heavy Metals w/Amber Vitale
2/15/23 27:00 min
Amber Lynn Vitale practiced as a Certified Nutritionist, Ayurvedic Clinical Consultant, Advanced Bodyworker, and Yoga Therapist since 1996. For today’s episode, we get to know more about Amber Lynn and Garden of Life.
Episode 6: Emerald Labs, Liposomal Vitamin C, & B-Vitamins w/Stacy Faulkner
2/08/23 22:56 min
Stacy Faulkner has worked in the natural health industry since 2000. Today we explored what makes Emerald Labs unique as a company, liposomal supplementation, B-vitamins, and much more!
Episode 4: BALANCE in 2023, Natural Factors, and Protein w/ Carrie G. Pattison
1/25/23 23:31 min
Practicing herbalist, licensed acupuncturist, and trained home birth midwife, Carrie G. Pattison, joins Dr. Dejan on today’s episode. Carrie is the national educator at Natural Factors, an ISURA-certified supplement company.
Episode 3: Host Defense Mushrooms and all things FUNGI🍄 w/ Jerry Angelini
1/23/23 24 min
Our medicinal mushroom expert and Host Defense Education Director, Mr. Jerry Angelini, joins Dr. Dejan on today’s episode.
Episode 2: Steven Harkins - Director of Education at North American Herb and Spice and Physician's Strength
1/10/23 28 min
A long-time guest of The Healthy Habit Radio Show, we welcome Steven Harkins to today’s episode of The Healthy Habit Podcast.
Episode 1: Introducing The Healthy Habit Podcast w/Jaime Boyachek, RN
1/10/23 29 min
In this inaugural episode of The Healthy Habit Podcast we spoke with Jaime Boyachek, BSN, RN, FNLP, CTNC, soon-to-be Nurse Practitioner (NP), and former host of Healthy Habit Radio.