<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Dy, DMD, a former restorative dentist turned airway wellness expert, who is now a leader in addressing oral ties, airway health, and sleep-disordered breathing for patients of all ages.In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of oral ties and their impact on everything from infant feeding to sleep and behavioral health. Dr. Dy shares her journey from general dentistry to finding her passion for functional and integrative care, as well as the importance of treating function, not just anatomy, in tongue-tie releases.We also explore how oral ties can influence sleep quality, growth, and behavior in kids and adults, the role of nervous system preparation in successful treatment, and what to look for if you suspect oral ties might be affecting you or your child.KEY TAKEAWAYS:<ul><li>“We don’t grow out of oral ties; we grow around them.”</li><li>How oral ties can contribute to issues like poor sleep, mood changes, feeding difficulties, and even migraines.</li><li>Why function-based treatments, including myofunctional therapy, are essential for long-term success.</li><li>The importance of nervous system prep for surgery and how it helps with healing.</li><li>Signs to look for if you or your child might have oral ties, including behavioral concerns, mouth breathing, and tension-related symptoms.</li></ul>ABOUT GUEST: Dr. Elizabeth R. Dy (&quot;Dee&quot;) is a Tufts University-trained dentist specializing in a functional and integrative approach to oral ties, orofacial pain, and sleep-disordered breathing. After 12 years in general dentistry, she transitioned to focus on airway wellness and now serves as CEO and Airway Wellness Director at the Sleep and Breathing Wellness Center in Tampa, FL.A passionate educator, Dr. Dy teaches for The Breathe Institute and the Applied Integration Academy. Outside of work, she balances wellness pursuits with raising her three young sons and enjoys cooking, star-gazing, and connecting with loved ones. Known for her authenticity and bold leadership, she channels her passion into improving the lives of her patients.WHERE TO FIND: Website: <a href='https://www.sleepandbreathingtampa.com/'>https://www.sleepandbreathingtampa.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/tampatonguetie/'>https://www.instagram.com/tampatonguetie/</a> WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: <a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'>https://www.christabiegler.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'>@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist</a> Podcast Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'>@lessstressedlife</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'>https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife</a> Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****<a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'>https://www.christabiegler.com/links</a> NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:<ul><li>Over restriction is dead</li><li>Whole food is soul food and fed is best</li><li>Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp; supplement graveyards)</li><li>You don’t have to figure it out alone</li><li>Do your best and leave the rest</li></ul>SPONSOR:   Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. Use code LESSSTRESSED10 at <a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'>JigsawHealth.com</a> for 10% off—unlimited use!

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Dy, DMD, a former restorative dentist turned airway wellness expert, who is now a leader in addressing oral ties, airway health, and sleep-disordered breathing for patients of all ages.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of oral ties and their impact on everything from infant feeding to sleep and behavioral health. Dr. Dy shares her journey from general dentistry to finding her passion for functional and integrative care, as well as the importance of treating function, not just anatomy, in tongue-tie releases.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also explore how oral ties can influence sleep quality, growth, and behavior in kids and adults, the role of nervous system preparation in successful treatment, and what to look for if you suspect oral ties might be affecting you or your child.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;KEY TAKEAWAYS:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;“We don’t grow out of oral ties; we grow around them.”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How oral ties can contribute to issues like poor sleep, mood changes, feeding difficulties, and even migraines.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why function-based treatments, including myofunctional therapy, are essential for long-term success.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of nervous system prep for surgery and how it helps with healing.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Signs to look for if you or your child might have oral ties, including behavioral concerns, mouth breathing, and tension-related symptoms.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;ABOUT GUEST:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Dr. Elizabeth R. Dy (&amp;quot;Dee&amp;quot;) is a Tufts University-trained dentist specializing in a functional and integrative approach to oral ties, orofacial pain, and sleep-disordered breathing. After 12 years in general dentistry, she transitioned to focus on airway wellness and now serves as CEO and Airway Wellness Director at the Sleep and Breathing Wellness Center in Tampa, FL.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A passionate educator, Dr. Dy teaches for The Breathe Institute and the Applied Integration Academy. Outside of work, she balances wellness pursuits with raising her three young sons and enjoys cooking, star-gazing, and connecting with loved ones. Known for her authenticity and bold leadership, she channels her passion into improving the lives of her patients.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND:&lt;br/&gt;Website: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.sleepandbreathingtampa.com/'&gt;https://www.sleepandbreathingtampa.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/tampatonguetie/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/tampatonguetie/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt; &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:&lt;br/&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'&gt;@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'&gt;@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****&lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/links&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Over restriction is dead&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Whole food is soul food and fed is best&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in &lt;em&gt;(the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp;amp; supplement graveyards)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You don’t have to figure it out alone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Do your best and leave the rest&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SPONSOR: &lt;/b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Thanks to &lt;b&gt;Jigsaw Health&lt;/b&gt; for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. Use code &lt;b&gt;LESSSTRESSED10&lt;/b&gt; at &lt;a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'&gt;JigsawHealth.com&lt;/a&gt; for &lt;b&gt;10% off&lt;/b&gt;—unlimited use!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Dy, DMD, a former restorative dentist turned airway wellness expert, who is now a leader in addressing oral ties, airway health, and sleep-disordered breathing for patients of all ages.In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of oral ties and their impact on everything from infant feeding to sleep and behavioral health. Dr. Dy shares her journey from general dentistry to finding her passion f...

#380 Pediatric Tongues Ties: How They Impact Growth and Breathing with Elizabeth R. Dy, DMD

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m thrilled to welcome Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified nutritionist, and bestselling author with over 40 years of experience in precision health and integrative care.In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of peptides—what they are, how they work, and their incredible potential for healing, performance, and longevity. Jim shares his expertise on metabolic health, stress management, and practical tools for optimizing health, including how he used peptides to help his son recover from a significant sports injury.We also tackle the safety and sourcing of peptides, the controversy around their regulation, and how they can fit into a sustainable wellness strategy. Training website mentioned: <a href='https://www.a4m.com/'>https://www.a4m.com/</a> Find Jim&apos;s books here: <a href='https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-B.-LaValle/author/B001JSECJM?ref=ap_rdr&amp;isDramIntegrated=true&amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true'>https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-B.-LaValle/author/B001JSECJM?ref=ap_rdr&amp;isDramIntegrated=true&amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true</a>KEY TAKEAWAYS:<ul><li>What peptides are and how they promote healing and homeostasis in the body</li><li>BPC-157: A peptide for tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and gut health</li><li>Peptides and stress: How they support circadian rhythm, sleep, and recovery</li><li>The importance of safe peptide sourcing and understanding FDA guidelines</li><li>Why stress accelerates aging and how to combat its effects</li><li>Peptides for hair growth, mitochondrial health, and weight loss</li><li>The value of “pulsing” and seasonal use of peptides for long-term benefits</li></ul>ABOUT GUEST: Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, is a renowned clinical pharmacist, board-certified nutritionist, and author with over 40 years of experience in precision health and integrative care. Founder of Metabolic Code Enterprises, he has guided countless patients and advised elite sports teams and military programs on performance and recovery. Author of 26+ books, including Cracking the Metabolic Code, he now serves as Chief Science Officer at Life Time. WHERE TO FIND: Website: <a href='https://www.jimlavalle.com/'>https://www.jimlavalle.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/therealjimlavalle/'>https://www.instagram.com/therealjimlavalle/</a> Website: <a href='https://www.metaboliccode.com/'>https://www.metaboliccode.com/</a> Website: <a href='https://www.metabolicelite.co/'>https://www.metabolicelite.co/</a>WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: <a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'>https://www.christabiegler.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'>@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist</a> Podcast Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'>@lessstressedlife</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'>https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife</a> Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****<a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'>https://www.christabiegler.com/links</a> SPONSOR:   Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. Use code LESSSTRESSED10 at <a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'>JigsawHealth.com</a> for 10% off—unlimited use!

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m thrilled to welcome Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified nutritionist, and bestselling author with over 40 years of experience in precision health and integrative care.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of peptides—what they are, how they work, and their incredible potential for healing, performance, and longevity. Jim shares his expertise on metabolic health, stress management, and practical tools for optimizing health, including how he used peptides to help his son recover from a significant sports injury.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also tackle the safety and sourcing of peptides, the controversy around their regulation, and how they can fit into a sustainable wellness strategy.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Training website mentioned: &lt;a href='https://www.a4m.com/'&gt;https://www.a4m.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find Jim&amp;apos;s books here: &lt;a href='https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-B.-LaValle/author/B001JSECJM?ref=ap_rdr&amp;amp;isDramIntegrated=true&amp;amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true'&gt;https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-B.-LaValle/author/B001JSECJM?ref=ap_rdr&amp;amp;isDramIntegrated=true&amp;amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;KEY TAKEAWAYS:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What peptides are and how they promote healing and homeostasis in the body&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;BPC-157: A peptide for tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and gut health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peptides and stress: How they support circadian rhythm, sleep, and recovery&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of safe peptide sourcing and understanding FDA guidelines&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why stress accelerates aging and how to combat its effects&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peptides for hair growth, mitochondrial health, and weight loss&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The value of “pulsing” and seasonal use of peptides for long-term benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;ABOUT GUEST:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, is a renowned clinical pharmacist, board-certified nutritionist, and author with over 40 years of experience in precision health and integrative care. Founder of Metabolic Code Enterprises, he has guided countless patients and advised elite sports teams and military programs on performance and recovery. Author of 26+ books, including &lt;em&gt;Cracking the Metabolic Code&lt;/em&gt;, he now serves as Chief Science Officer at Life Time. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND:&lt;br/&gt;Website: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.jimlavalle.com/'&gt;https://www.jimlavalle.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/therealjimlavalle/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/therealjimlavalle/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.metaboliccode.com/'&gt;https://www.metaboliccode.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.metabolicelite.co/'&gt;https://www.metabolicelite.co/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:&lt;br/&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'&gt;@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'&gt;@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****&lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/links&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SPONSOR: &lt;/b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Thanks to &lt;b&gt;Jigsaw Health&lt;/b&gt; for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. Use code &lt;b&gt;LESSSTRESSED10&lt;/b&gt; at &lt;a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'&gt;JigsawHealth.com&lt;/a&gt; for &lt;b&gt;10% off&lt;/b&gt;—unlimited use!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m thrilled to welcome Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified nutritionist, and bestselling author with over 40 years of experience in precision health and integrative care.In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of peptides—what they are, how they work, and their incredible potential for healing, performance, and longevity. Jim shares his expertise on metabolic health, stress ma...

#379 Peptides for Recovery, Sleep and Anti-aging with Jim LaValle RPh, CCN

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic and bestselling author of A Healthier Home and her latest must-read, A Healthier Home Cook.In this episode, we talk about Shawna’s journey to health, from chronic sinus infections and sepsis to a thriving, balanced life. Shawna shares her A-L-T (Assess, Let Go, Level Up, Time) framework for creating a healthier home, simple strategies for reducing toxic load, and the beauty of balance in making sustainable changes.You’ll also hear about the emotional side of health challenges, from overcoming trauma to the powerful connection between stress, inflammation, and healing. ✨ Here’s to less stress, less toxins, and more joy!  Interested in Shawna&apos;s books? Check them out here: <a href='https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/books/'>https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/books/</a>KEY TAKEAWAYS:<ul><li>Shawna’s A-L-T framework for reducing toxins and creating a healthier home.</li><li>Why removing (not just adding) is key to a low-toxic lifestyle.</li><li>How trauma, stress, and toxic exposure interact—and how to heal.</li><li>Sustainable swaps: Simple ways to upgrade your cleaning, personal care, and home products.</li><li>How to avoid “greenwashing” and make informed, budget-friendly choices.</li><li>Progress over perfection: Why balance is the ultimate goal.</li></ul>ABOUT GUEST: Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic, is the bestselling author of “A Healthier Home” and her newest title, “A Healthier Home Cook.” After enduring years of debilitating health issues that nearly cost her her life, Shawna embarked on a journey to detoxify her life and heal. Her holistic approach, focusing on small, sustainable changes, led to a complete health transformation. Shawna now shares her insights and practical tips with a growing online community, encouraging others to adopt healthier lifestyles. A passionate advocate for true wellness of body, mind, and spirit, Shawna balances her roles as a wife, mother, and educator with her mission to inspire and support others in their health journeys.WHERE TO FIND: Website: <a href='https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/'>https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/alittlelesstoxic/'>https://www.instagram.com/alittlelesstoxic/</a>WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: <a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'>https://www.christabiegler.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'>@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist</a> Podcast Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'>@lessstressedlife</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'>https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife</a> Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****<a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'>https://www.christabiegler.com/links</a> NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:<ul><li>Over restriction is dead</li><li>Whole food is soul food and fed is best</li><li>Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp; supplement graveyards)</li><li>You don’t have to figure it out alone</li><li>Do your best and leave the rest</li></ul>SPONSOR:   Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until Dec 1, use code LESSSTRESSED15 at <a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'>JigsawHealth.com</a> for 15% off!

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic and bestselling author of &lt;em&gt;A Healthier Home&lt;/em&gt; and her latest must-read, &lt;em&gt;A Healthier Home Cook.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we talk about Shawna’s journey to health, from chronic sinus infections and sepsis to a thriving, balanced life. Shawna shares her A-L-T (Assess, Let Go, Level Up, Time) framework for creating a healthier home, simple strategies for reducing toxic load, and the beauty of balance in making sustainable changes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll also hear about the emotional side of health challenges, from overcoming trauma to the powerful connection between stress, inflammation, and healing.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;✨ Here’s to less stress, less toxins, and more joy! &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Interested in Shawna&amp;apos;s books? Check them out here: &lt;a href='https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/books/'&gt;https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/books/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;KEY TAKEAWAYS:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shawna’s A-L-T framework for reducing toxins and creating a healthier home.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why removing (not just adding) is key to a low-toxic lifestyle.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How trauma, stress, and toxic exposure interact—and how to heal.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sustainable swaps: Simple ways to upgrade your cleaning, personal care, and home products.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to avoid “greenwashing” and make informed, budget-friendly choices.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Progress over perfection: Why balance is the ultimate goal.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;ABOUT GUEST:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic, is the bestselling author of “A Healthier Home” and her newest title, “A Healthier Home Cook.” After enduring years of debilitating health issues that nearly cost her her life, Shawna embarked on a journey to detoxify her life and heal. Her holistic approach, focusing on small, sustainable changes, led to a complete health transformation. Shawna now shares her insights and practical tips with a growing online community, encouraging others to adopt healthier lifestyles. A passionate advocate for true wellness of body, mind, and spirit, Shawna balances her roles as a wife, mother, and educator with her mission to inspire and support others in their health journeys.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND:&lt;br/&gt;Website: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/'&gt;https://www.alittlelesstoxic.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Instagram: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/alittlelesstoxic/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/alittlelesstoxic/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:&lt;br/&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'&gt;@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'&gt;@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****&lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/links&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Over restriction is dead&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Whole food is soul food and fed is best&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in &lt;em&gt;(the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp;amp; supplement graveyards)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You don’t have to figure it out alone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Do your best and leave the rest&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SPONSOR: &lt;/b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until &lt;b&gt;Dec 1&lt;/b&gt;, use code &lt;b&gt;LESSSTRESSED15&lt;/b&gt; at &lt;a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'&gt;JigsawHealth.com&lt;/a&gt; for &lt;b&gt;15% off!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to welcome Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic and bestselling author of A Healthier Home and her latest must-read, A Healthier Home Cook.In this episode, we talk about Shawna’s journey to health, from chronic sinus infections and sepsis to a thriving, balanced life. Shawna shares her A-L-T (Assess, Let Go, Level Up, Time) framework for creating a healthier home, simple strategies for reducing toxic load, and the beau...

#378 A Little Less Toxic with Shawna Holman

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week on The Less Stressed Life,  I’m thrilled to welcome back Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, host of the Fertility Friday podcast and author of <a href='https://thefifthvitalsignbook.com/'>The Fifth Vital Sign </a>and co-author of <a href='https://realfoodforfertility.com/'>Real Food for Fertility</a>. Lisa brings her expertise as a fertility awareness educator to discuss a topic on many women’s minds: advanced maternal age.In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be 35+ and trying to conceive. Lisa explains how fertility evolves with age, why terms like “geriatric pregnancy” can feel discouraging, and how to take actionable steps to support your body and improve your chances of conception.We also cover practical strategies for optimizing fertility, from tracking your menstrual cycle to improving egg and sperm quality through nourishment and lifestyle changes. Plus, Lisa highlights the critical role your partner plays in the process.Check out Lisa&apos;s other episode <a href='https://kite.link/203FifthVitalSign'>#203 Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles &amp; Optimize Your Fertility </a>KEY TAKEAWAYS:<ul><li>Why your menstrual cycle is your fifth vital sign</li><li>How fertility changes after 35 and what you can do about it</li><li>Egg quality vs. egg quantity: Why both matter</li><li>Simple ways to nourish your body for conception and pregnancy</li><li>The surprising role your partner’s health plays in fertility</li><li>How to balance conventional fertility advice with holistic practices</li></ul>ABOUT GUEST: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, Certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, trains health professionals to use the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Founder of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship™ and author of The Fifth Vital Sign and Real Food for Fertility, she educates women on the link between menstrual health, fertility, and overall wellness. Her podcast, Fertility Friday, has over 4 million downloads and is a top resource on fertility awareness.  Check out Lisa&apos;s FREEBIES here: <a href='https://www.fertility-friday.com/freebies'>https://www.fertility-friday.com/freebies</a>WHERE TO FIND: Website: <a href='https://fertilityfriday.com/'>https://fertilityfriday.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday/'>https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday/</a>WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: <a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'>https://www.christabiegler.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'>@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist</a> Podcast Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'>@lessstressedlife</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'>https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife</a> Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****<a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'>https://www.christabiegler.com/links</a> NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:<ul><li>Over restriction is dead</li><li>Whole food is soul food and fed is best</li><li>Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp; supplement graveyards)</li><li>You don’t have to figure it out alone</li><li>Do your best and leave the rest</li></ul>SPONSOR:   Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until Dec 1, use code LESSSTRESSED15 at <a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'>JigsawHealth.com</a> for 15% off!

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This week on The Less Stressed Life,  I’m thrilled to welcome back Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, host of the &lt;em&gt;Fertility Friday&lt;/em&gt; podcast and author of &lt;a href='https://thefifthvitalsignbook.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;The Fifth Vital Sign&lt;/em&gt; &lt;/a&gt;and co-author of &lt;a href='https://realfoodforfertility.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Real Food for Fertility&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. Lisa brings her expertise as a fertility awareness educator to discuss a topic on many women’s minds: advanced maternal age.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be 35+ and trying to conceive. Lisa explains how fertility evolves with age, why terms like “geriatric pregnancy” can feel discouraging, and how to take actionable steps to support your body and improve your chances of conception.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also cover practical strategies for optimizing fertility, from tracking your menstrual cycle to improving egg and sperm quality through nourishment and lifestyle changes. Plus, Lisa highlights the critical role your partner plays in the process.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Check out Lisa&amp;apos;s other episode &lt;a href='https://kite.link/203FifthVitalSign'&gt;#203 Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles &amp;amp; Optimize Your Fertility &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;KEY TAKEAWAYS:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why your menstrual cycle is your &lt;em&gt;fifth vital sign&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How fertility changes after 35 and what you can do about it&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Egg quality vs. egg quantity: Why both matter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Simple ways to nourish your body for conception and pregnancy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The surprising role your partner’s health plays in fertility&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to balance conventional fertility advice with holistic practices&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;ABOUT GUEST:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, Certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, trains health professionals to use the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Founder of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship™ and author of &lt;em&gt;The Fifth Vital Sign&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Real Food for Fertility&lt;/em&gt;, she educates women on the link between menstrual health, fertility, and overall wellness. Her podcast, &lt;em&gt;Fertility Friday&lt;/em&gt;, has over 4 million downloads and is a top resource on fertility awareness.  &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Check out Lisa&amp;apos;s &lt;b&gt;FREEBIES&lt;/b&gt; here: &lt;a href='https://www.fertility-friday.com/freebies'&gt;https://www.fertility-friday.com/freebies&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND:&lt;br/&gt;Website: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://fertilityfriday.com/'&gt;https://fertilityfriday.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:&lt;br/&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'&gt;@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'&gt;@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****&lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/links&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Over restriction is dead&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Whole food is soul food and fed is best&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in &lt;em&gt;(the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp;amp; supplement graveyards)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You don’t have to figure it out alone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Do your best and leave the rest&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SPONSOR: &lt;/b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until &lt;b&gt;Dec 1&lt;/b&gt;, use code &lt;b&gt;LESSSTRESSED15&lt;/b&gt; at &lt;a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'&gt;JigsawHealth.com&lt;/a&gt; for &lt;b&gt;15% off!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life,  I’m thrilled to welcome back Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, host of the Fertility Friday podcast and author of The Fifth Vital Sign and co-author of Real Food for Fertility. Lisa brings her expertise as a fertility awareness educator to discuss a topic on many women’s minds: advanced maternal age.In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be 35+ and trying to conceive. Lisa explains how fertility evolves with age, why terms like “g...

#377 Giving Birth After 35 with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to have Liz Haselmayer, creator of Homegrown Education, join me for this week’s episode! Liz is a passionate advocate for real food, holistic health, and intentional parenting, and she’s sharing her inspiring journey—from overcoming an eating disorder to raising her family with a focus on nourishment and wellness.In this episode, we dive into the importance of building a food value system, balancing modern life with a real food framework, and how small, sustainable changes can transform your family’s health. Liz’s practical tips and personal experiences are exactly what you need if you’ve been wondering how to simplify your own real food journey or get your family on board.Liz also shares her unique perspective on how history can guide our food choices, how to navigate resistance from loved ones, and why ditching extremes is key to long-term health success.KEY TAKEAWAYS:<ul><li>Building food values without fear or shame</li><li>Using history as a guide to better food choices</li><li>Mitigating toxins in food and water for your family</li><li>Leveraging nutrient-dense foods and simple meal prep hacks</li><li>How to inspire your spouse and kids to embrace a real food lifestyle</li><li>Balancing modern life with nourishing, intentional choices</li></ul>ABOUT GUEST: Liz Haselmayer is the creator of Homegrown Education—an inspirational hub for families who want to pursue real food, holistic health, and intentional parenting. Liz homeschools her three daughters in the suburbs of Cincinnati and hosts The Homegrown Podcast with her husband, Joey.WHERE TO FIND: Website: <a href='https://www.homegrowneducation.org/'>https://www.homegrowneducation.org/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/homegrown_education/'>https://www.instagram.com/homegrown_education/</a>WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: <a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'>https://www.christabiegler.com/</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'>@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist</a> Podcast Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'>@lessstressedlife</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'>https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife</a> Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****<a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'>https://www.christabiegler.com/links</a> NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:<ul><li>Over restriction is dead</li><li>Whole food is soul food and fed is best</li><li>Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp; supplement graveyards)</li><li>You don’t have to figure it out alone</li><li>Do your best and leave the rest</li></ul>SPONSOR:   Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until Dec 1, use code LESSSTRESSED15 at <a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'>JigsawHealth.com</a> for 15% off!

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/775589/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to have Liz Haselmayer, creator of Homegrown Education, join me for this week’s episode! Liz is a passionate advocate for real food, holistic health, and intentional parenting, and she’s sharing her inspiring journey—from overcoming an eating disorder to raising her family with a focus on nourishment and wellness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we dive into the importance of building a food value system, balancing modern life with a real food framework, and how small, sustainable changes can transform your family’s health. Liz’s practical tips and personal experiences are exactly what you need if you’ve been wondering how to simplify your own real food journey or get your family on board.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Liz also shares her unique perspective on how history can guide our food choices, how to navigate resistance from loved ones, and why ditching extremes is key to long-term health success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;KEY TAKEAWAYS:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building food values without fear or shame&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Using history as a guide to better food choices&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mitigating toxins in food and water for your family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leveraging nutrient-dense foods and simple meal prep hacks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to inspire your spouse and kids to embrace a real food lifestyle&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing modern life with nourishing, intentional choices&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;ABOUT GUEST:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Liz Haselmayer is the creator of Homegrown Education—an inspirational hub for families who want to pursue real food, holistic health, and intentional parenting. Liz homeschools her three daughters in the suburbs of Cincinnati and hosts The Homegrown Podcast with her husband, Joey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND:&lt;br/&gt;Website: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.homegrowneducation.org/'&gt;https://www.homegrowneducation.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/homegrown_education/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/homegrown_education/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:&lt;br/&gt;Website:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/'&gt;@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Instagram:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/lessstressedlife/'&gt;@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****&lt;a href='https://www.christabiegler.com/links'&gt;https://www.christabiegler.com/links&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Over restriction is dead&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Whole food is soul food and fed is best&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in &lt;em&gt;(the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation &amp;amp; supplement graveyards)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You don’t have to figure it out alone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Do your best and leave the rest&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SPONSOR: &lt;/b&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode! Try their MagSoothe or MagSRT for better sleep and less stress. From now until &lt;b&gt;Dec 1&lt;/b&gt;, use code &lt;b&gt;LESSSTRESSED15&lt;/b&gt; at &lt;a href='https://www.jigsawhealth.com/'&gt;JigsawHealth.com&lt;/a&gt; for &lt;b&gt;15% off!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life, I’m so excited to have Liz Haselmayer, creator of Homegrown Education, join me for this week’s episode! Liz is a passionate advocate for real food, holistic health, and intentional parenting, and she’s sharing her inspiring journey—from overcoming an eating disorder to raising her family with a focus on nourishment and wellness.In this episode, we dive into the importance of building a food value system, balancing modern life with a real food...

#376 Building a Real Food Kitchen and Raising Resilient Kids with Liz Haselmayer of Homegrown Education

Welcome to the Less Stressed Life. If you’re here, I bet we have a few things in common. We’re both in pursuit of a Less Stressed Life. But we don’t have it all figured out quite yet. We’re moms that want the best for our families, health practitioners that want the best for our clients and women that just want to feel better with every birthday. We’re health savvy, but we want to learn something new each day. The Less Stressed Life isn’t a destination, it’s a pursuit, a journey if you will. On this show, we talk about health from the physical, emotional and nutritional angles and want you to know that you always have options. We’re here to help you heal yourself. Learn more at www.christabiegler.com&nbsp;

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