Best Food Product Formulation Podcasts (2025)

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199. Raw Feeding for Cats: The Truth About Ingredients, Sourcing, and Formulation 51:56

16h ago51:56

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Cats are so misunderstood by pet parents, even more so than dogs in my opinion. They have very specific needs that we (mostly) don't meet. In this episode, I’m joined by Sabrina from RAWR Pet Food (Eat Like A Lion) to talk all things feline nutrition—from ethical sourcing to species-appropriate formulation. If you’ve ever wondered what your cat act…

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The Natural Mineral That Could Kill Plastic Food Packaging Forever 30:49

1d ago30:49

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What if you could extend food shelf life while also reducing plastic waste? In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Johnathan Raineau, President of Copperprotek USA, to discuss how copper-based antimicrobial technology is transforming the future of food packaging. Learn how this FD…

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DOG BITES | Weekly Pet Roundup 1:11:20

2h ago1:11:20

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*This is a sensitive topic* In this week's episode of the Weekly Pet Roundup, Isabel and Jessica discuss dog bites from warnings, prevention, management, and the possibility of behavioral euthanasia. It's a difficult thing to consider, but it's a reality for some and we'd be doing a disservice if we didn't discuss it all. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutriti…

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198. What’s Really in Your Dog’s Bowl? Small Batch Pet Food on Ethical Sourcing & Ingredient Transparency 58:39

5d ago58:39

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In this episode, I sit down with Small Batch Pet Food to talk about one of the most overlooked (and most important) parts of your dog’s diet: where the ingredients come from. We break down what ethical sourcing really means, how to spot red flags in pet food labels, and why knowing your brand’s supply chain matters more than ever. If you're feeding…

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Creative Pet Care Tips: Veterinary Care | Weekly Pet Roundup 46:27

4h ago46:27

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On this week's Weekly Pet Roundup, Isabel and I continue our discussion around getting creative and saving some money on our pets expenses. This week we dive into different ways to save on veterinary care - and when to NOT skip the vet visit! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holist…

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88: What Cults Teach us About Fear, Diet and Decision Making. Plus, how Chronic Anxiety and Nutrient Deficiencies Create a Vicious Cycle 36:38

1d ago36:38

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Has there been an increase in anxiety in the last few years (2020-2025)? Oh yes, indeed there has been. Like what you ask? Here are a few according to the American Psychiatric Association: corrupt government officials (65.2%), people they love becoming seriously ill (58.4%), cyberterrorism (58.3%), and the possibility of the U.S. becoming involved …

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87: What's the Difference Between NAC and NAD+? From Detoxification, Respiratory Health, Cellular Health and Energy Production. Breaking Down Differences and Noticing Similarities 14:51

5d ago14:51

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NAC is a precursor to glutathione, the body's most powerful antioxidant. It helps neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation and support detoxification. While NAD+ or (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is a coenzyme essential for energy production and DNA repair. It plays a key role in mitochondrial function, helping cells generate ATP (cellula…

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197. How Independent Pet Stores Are Saving Pets from Chronic Health Issues – with Toni Shelaske 49:55

6d ago49:55

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Toni Shelaske is a podcast host, seasoned entrepreneur, and a holistic pet wellness expert. She's the dynamic female founder and former owner of Healthy Pet Products, Pittsburgh’s premier natural pet supply retailer. Today, Toni shares her expertise in the pet industry on her popular podcast Toni Unleashed. She serves on the board of IndiePet, supp…

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How to Build an Unshakable Food Safety Culture Without Perfect Systems with Dom Mitial 29:47

6d ago29:47

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Dom Mitial, VP of Food Safety, Quality, and Regulatory at Goldbergs Group, to discuss how to build a strong food safety culture while driving business growth. Dom shares practical strategies for fostering cross-functional collaboration, gaini…

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86: Does Photobiomodulation (or Red Light Therapy) Really have Health Benefits? Clinically Documented Benefits, Tips on Use and My Own Experience with RLT so far 31:37

8d ago31:37

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Is red light therapy here to stay or is it just another fly-by-night health trend? With a history that goes back to 1967 (from what I found anyway), turns out there are a lot of studies that say photobiomodulation (aka red light therapy) does have a lot of effective uses for our health and wellbeing. Tune in and find out all the names for this type…

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Creative Pet Care Tips (Part 1) | Weekly Pet Roundup 1:06:16

9d ago1:06:16

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On this week's episode, Isabel and Jessica discuss some ways to get creative and save on pet care expenses. There were so many ideas that we decided to do a part 2 next week focusing on veterinary care! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessic…

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196. Beyond Needles and Pills: The Radical Truth About Healing Pets – with Dr. PJ Broadfoot 58:51

13d ago58:51

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In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Dr. PJ Broadfoot—holistic veterinarian, trailblazer, and total badass in integrative medicine. We dive into the alternative therapies she’s used for decades to treat everything from chronic illness to trauma in pets—tools most vets won’t even talk about. From energy medicine to frequency-based treatmen…

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85: Sharik Peck, Founder/CEO of Rezzimax on Empowering Your Great Protector, the Vagus Nerve and Nervous System for Optimal Health, Better Sleep, Enhanced Stress Response and much more to support the body ... 1:02:41

25d ago1:02:41

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For over 33 years, Sharik worked to help people eliminate pain from their lives as a physical therapist and rehabilitation counselor (PT, MRC). In part because he had overcome many traumatic events throughout his life that caused great pain. His life experiences drove him to seek out natural solutions for chronic pain. Which led him to focus on res…

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Tariffs Affecting Pet Products | Weekly Pet Roundup 59:14

19d ago59:14

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On this week's episode, Isabel and I discuss the affects that the potential tariffs are already having on pet products and what we can do to prepare. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparent…

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The AI Revolution in Food Safety: Why 2025 Will Change Everything | Steve Warwick 20:37

20d ago20:37

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams interviews Steve Warwick, Head of Technical at Bulk, discussing the evolution of food safety practices, allergen management, and the impact of e-commerce on quality control in the food industry. The conversation covers the importance of building robust HACC…

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84: What to know on Vitamin D and a Key Collaborator K2. Plus, Optimal Levels, Who's Most at Risk, Potential Toxicity and more! 28:52

22d ago28:52

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Vitamin D deficiency is very common in the US. It's estimated that approximately 42% of adults and about 50% of children aged one to five are affected. While it is a fat-soluble vitamin, it’s actually a hormone in how it functions. But what does that mean? In this episode, I'll share with you what I learned about vitamin d, optimal levels, tests to…

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Earth Day & Heartworms | Weekly Pet Roundup 1:05:15

25d ago1:05:15

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Isabel & I continue our Spring series talking about heartworms for dogs and cats. Since it was live on Earth Day, we also start off talking about things we are doing to help the planet.. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram h…

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83: New Food Pyramid Coming Soon! Live Call with Nina Teicholz on Failing Dietary Guidelines and Creating 2025 Upgrades 37:35

25d ago37:35

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Recently I had the pleasure of meeting someone I consider a "Holistic Health Hero": Nina Teicholz. As I said in episode 4 of this podcast, I really admire the extensive research and work Nina did in her book The Big Fat Surprise. And I'm grateful she may be highly involved in new dietary guidelines that may be rolled out in December 2025. I always …

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195. SPECIAL: Common Ground: Earth Day, April 22 19:12

29d ago19:12

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"Common Ground is an important new documentary film featuring Laura Dern, Jason Momoa, Woody Harrelson, Ian Somerhalder, Donald Glover, Rosario Dawson, Mark Hyman, Gabe Brown, and many others. Directed by Josh and Rebecca Tickell, Common Ground provides hope for future generations with concrete ways to fix a broken planetary system. The film explor…

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82: Dr. Abbey Jo Shulkin DAOM, L.Ac. on Traditional Chinese Medicine Getting to the Root Cause. Plus, Her Program to Solve Emotional Eating for Weight Wellness 59:04

29d ago59:04

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With any health challenge that you may be experiencing, the first thing to tackle is how you think about it. Because that will surely dictate your approach in how you deal with it. Dr. Abbey Jo Shulkin, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, joins me in this episode to shine a light on Traditional Chinese Medicine. We cover a lot of ground in…

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Why 90% of Companies Miss Critical Risks with Sara Mortimore 32:57

1M ago32:57

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams speaks with Sara Mortimore, former VP of Global Food Safety and Compliance at Walmart, about reshaping food safety culture and establishing robust quality systems across global supply chains. Their discussion centers on the necessity of harmonizing local ex…

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81: Cheryl Myers on the Most Clinically Studied Curcumin in the World. Different Formulations for Acute Pain Relief vs Longevity and the many problems from Inflammation 59:32

1M ago59:32

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[SIGN UP For Virtual Healthy Book Club: https://ngvitamins.com/podcast/] Inflammation is a big problem for us all. From our modern diet and food system to chronic stress it seems we just can't escape it! And because that's the case it's often a big cause of pain. So what does a person do when they are battling pain on an ongoing basis? Unfortunatel…

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Spring Allergies | Weekly Pet Roundup 1:10:26

1M ago1:10:26

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On this weeks' Weekly Pet Roundup with Isabel from Covered In Pet Hair, we discuss spring allergies in us and our pets. It's that time of year! Everything is yellow here in Virginia and both people and pets are really feeling it. What can we do about it? Isabel and I discuss! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessical…

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80: The 3 Stages of Frozen Shoulder. Who's at Most Risk and Why? Plus, Holistic Approaches For Resolving it 28:57

1M ago28:57

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I'm in the school of thought, like Ben Franklin that, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." So while I know western medicine has it's suggestions and will likely help some people quite a lot... I want to go deeper, to the root cause. I want to find out what we can do, things in our own power, to help resolve frozen shoulder if we get i…

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193. Raw Feeding Myths BUSTED | National Raw Feeding Week 1:04:39

2M ago1:04:39

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National Raw Feeding Week was created to raise awareness of the benefits of feeding pets a raw food diet. Kimberly Gauthier, blogger at Keep the Tail Wagging, founded the awareness week and joins me today to talk about the benefits of raw feeding, myths around raw feeding, and how this week has changed over the years. Listen to hear some of the cra…

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The Truth About Food Safety Culture: What’s Holding Companies Back? (with Jeremy Schneider) 30:49

2M ago30:49

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, Lydia Adams speaks with Jeremy Schneider, a seasoned food safety and quality assurance expert and the President/Owner of Schneider Food Safety Services. With over fifteen years of experience, Jeremy discusses the significance of foundational food safety practices, the neces…

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79: Brooke McPoyle: Fascinating Fascia and its connection to the Nervous System, Plus Breathwork, Sound and Movement for Pain and Much More! 59:59

2M ago59:59

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Brooke McPoyle specializes in helping people tap into their highest potential through breath, sound and movement. A former Division I athlete and professionally trained singer, she brings a unique perspective to performance, resilience and well-being. Brooke is founder of MusicalBreathwork.com, a pioneering platform that merges breath science, fasc…

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192. How Fermented Foods Improve Gut Health 52:00

2M ago52:00

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Try Gussy's Gut: gussysgut.pxf.io/TPPR It's no secret that gut health is one of the most talked about topics in health circles these days, but we've actually known this for thousands of years. And fermented foods have been a staple of diets for all types of animals (including humans) throughout time. Rob Ryan joins me on this weeks episode to talk …

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78: NSAIDs: Overlooked Risks of Common over-the-counter Pain Relievers. Plus, Holistic and Natural Alternatives to Reduce Pain 33:22

2M ago33:22

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NSAIDs or Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are some of the most widely used over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications for pain relief and inflammation. Most accept them as "normal" but not me! I want holistic alternatives. Why? Because I know there are risks - and some of them scare the heck out of me. Tune in as I raise awareness to …

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191. How to Boost Your Dog’s Health with Vegetables | Green Juju’s New Vitality Blend 57:18

2M ago57:18

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We know that as facultative carnivores, dogs need a variety of foods including vegetation for optimal gut and immune health. Green Juju has been leading the way for many years and they have finally released their 4th blend called Vitality! Billy joins me to talk more about the benefits of vegetables and their new Vitality blend! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 …

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The Food Data Problem No One's Talking About, with Steven Ross Glass of Just Eat Takeaway 22:59

2M ago22:59

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, Lydia Adams speaks with Steven Ross Glass, a chartered environmental health practitioner and Global Food and Product Safety Director at JustEatTakeaway.com. Drawing from his journey from government inspector to tech industry leader, Steven discusses how technology is transf…

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77: Nurse Nicole of Nurses Out Loud talks Medical Freedom, Informed Consent, Patient Advocacy and Legislative Changes regarding our Health 1:07:34

2M ago1:07:34

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In the last five years, we have all lived through some heavy stuff. But if you were a nurse, well, my heart goes out to you. Did you know? since 2020... Many nurses left the profession due to stress, burnout, and poor working conditions. Workplace violence and aggression increased, particularly in hospitals and ER settings. Some nurses experienced …

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190. Greenwashing in the Pet Industry with Lauren Becks of Girls Gone Raw 49:19

2M ago49:19

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Greenwashing is a marketing trend that companies use to trick the consumer into thinking that their products meet specifications that a more conscientious consumer is looking for. This is done with text and images that make the consumer believe that the product is somehow better for the environment and/or better for the health of the animal (humans…

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189. Before You Spay or Neuter Your Dog, LISTEN TO THIS! (Vet Warning) 45:59

2M ago45:59

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Dr. Ruth Roberts has been educating veterinarians and holistic pet health coaches on the risks associated with spaying and neutering dogs. While most of us have been taught to think that it's the most humane thing to do for over population, the reality of removing hormone producing organs is incredibly detrimental, especially so early in life. Befo…

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76: Food Labels, What's best? Organic vs. Local and Pastured vs. Grass-Fed... what's the healthiest option to choose and good resources to reference 25:59

2M ago25:59

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Buying "healthy" isn't always easy. What's better organic or local? What is the difference between cage free and free range? Let's clear up the confusion in this episode all about the healthiest labels. Resources Mentioned: How I wash my produce: Grapefruit seed Extract: https://ngvitamins.com/product/grapefruit-seed-extract-liquid-concentrate-4-oz…

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188. What's REALLY In Your Pets Food with Raw Paw Adventures 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

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Consumer Reports did their first ever testing on 58 dog foods. Kara and I were disappointed in more than one statement in their article, though overall I think it's a good thing. Just out of curiosity, do young people even know what Consumer Reports is? LOL I hope you enjoy this episode from a recent Instagram live with Kara Hanrahan of Raw Paw Adv…

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75: Mercury Toxicity: Symptoms, Avoiding Exposure, True Cellular Detox and the Trick on Testing 43:09

3M ago43:09

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Despite some fairly famous figures suffering with mercury toxicity there still seems to be controversy over the topic. Some people in conventional medicine will argue against the existence of such ailments or say that certain therapies aren't effective. Why? When it comes to not being able to question real medical symptoms and suffering that should…

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187. Herbs for Dogs: Canine Herbalist Rita Hogan on Natural Healing & ‘The Herbal Dog’: Pet Health Junkies special 1:02:40

3M ago1:02:40

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Rita Hogan is BACK talking about herbs for dogs, cats, and humans, as well as her new book The Herbal Dog. I always learn something new when I listen to Rita so bringing her back to you is such a pleasure! If you haven't grabbed your copy of The Herbal Dog yet, you can grab it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41HnvD5 Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holist…

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The 3 P’s of Food Safety - What You’re Missing with Sharon Beals 32:19

3M ago32:19

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, Lydia Adams speaks with Sharon Beals, a food safety and regulatory executive at Beacon Point Labs, about the evolving landscape of food safety practices. Drawing from her four decades of experience, Sharon discusses how food safety approaches have transformed through enhanc…

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74: Cloves: Spice with Medicinal Might 18:51

3M ago18:51

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My interest in cloves came to me after seeing Dr. Berg talk about the power of clove water at night. I tried it and really liked it... so I wanted to share a bit more about this mighty little spice used for centuries in a medicinal way. Enjoy! And let me know if you plan to incorporate cloves into your routine... Here's the tincture I started using…

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186. Specialized Cat Care & the Power of Lullabies: How Sound Therapy Helps Felines 52:15

3M ago52:15

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Dr. Amaya Espindola founded FelVet after veterinary school when she found herself being called to specialize in helping cats. Her love of singing has been a central part of her veterinary practice and she is brining her lullabies to the world so that you can share these vibrational frequencies with your cats too! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holi…

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73: Meeting Barbara O'Neill and Learning her Philosophy on liver detoxification and hormone balance 33:48

3M ago33:48

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Barbara O'Neill is a health educator, author and speaker renowned for her expertise in natural therapies. She has been at it for more than five decades and dedicated her career to promoting holistic health principles, emphasizing the importance of diet, lifestyle and natural remedies. Recently I had the opportunity to meet Barbara -- I was thrilled…

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72: Nora Gedgaudas on Living with Wolves and going beyond Paleo and Keto to The Primalgenic® Diet and Lifestyle 1:25:04

3M ago1:25:04

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Nora Gedgaudas is a board-certified nutritional consultant and clinical neurofeedback specialist with more than 20-years of highly successful clinical experience. She is also an internationally acclaimed ketogenic and ancestrally-based nutrition specialist and the bestselling author of Primal Body, Primal Mind along with two other books: Primal Fat…

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185. Most Pet Owners Can’t Afford a $250 Vet Bill – Are You Prepared? 42:11

3M ago42:11

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Jonathan Wainberg, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Pets at Synchrony (CareCredit) shares with us their lifetime of care study and the shocking information it has provided on the state of pet ownership in the U.S. In this episode, we discuss things that can be done as a concerned pet parent to prepare as best we can for when an emergency …

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The Key to Strong Food Safety Culture 22:34

3M ago22:34

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In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams welcomes Michael Ciepiela, Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at The Spice Lab. Together, they: Explore Michael's journey into food safety, from his biology degree to climbing the corporate ladder through roles at major companies like Taylor Farm…

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71: Need-to-know info on Uterine Fibroids and Estrogen Dominance including: diet, conventional vs holistic treatments, supplements to consider and more 45:16

3M ago45:16

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I'm often inspired by the stories I hear in my life. So, when a friend told me she suffered with uterine fibroids I wanted to look into the subject and share what I learned. While I conducted loads of research here and there, there was one article I wanted to include here and that's the one by Dr. Northrup: https://www.drnorthrup.com/fibroids/ If y…

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Greenwashing in the Pet Industry 1:06:58

3M ago1:06:58

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On the Weekly Pet Roundup, Isabel and I discuss greenwashing in the pet industry. What is greenwashing? What are some terms to look for? What's regulated? What's not regulated? What should I look for instead? We answer all of these questions and more! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-catego…

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184. Why Your Pet Has No Legal Rights: The Shocking Truth About Pet Health & Liability 1:15:31

3M ago1:15:31

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It's true . . . pets are considered property under the eyes of the law. What does that translate to for you as a pet parent trying to get the best care for your pet? Carrie Hyde is the owner of The Spaw in California and also puts on Thriving Pet Expo. If you're seeing this before 2/16/25, and you're in the Tustin, CA area, make sure to go this yea…

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70: Denise Skinner at Vibrant Mobile Health on Detoxification with the multi-modality technology of the HOCATT 54:13

3M ago54:13

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I've been focused on cellular detox for myself so it's only fair to share what I'm doing... right?! After all, as Dr. Pompa says, "get to the cell, to get well." In this episode, I talk with owner of Vibrant Mobile Health, Denise Skinner. Denise is a holistic technician specializing in whole body detox. She has a deeply personal connection to holis…

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Supplements 101 on the Weekly Pet Roundup 1:10:38

4M ago1:10:38

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There are so many supplements on the market for pets (and people!) and it can be very difficult not to fall into the shiny object trap! Isabel and I discuss supplements, when to use them, and how to choose them on this weeks Weekly Pet Roundup! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holi…

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