Best HEAVY CHECKLIST Podcasts (2025)

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E130. From Red Flags to Resilience: How to Protect Your Health 14:43

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Part 2 of Season 2: Forever Chemicals Detox 101. Rising health trends in children and adults—obesity, autism, cancer, autoimmune disorders, and more—are sobering reminders that it’s time to pay attention. In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushee introduces toxic exposures like chemicals, heavy metals, and PFAS (forever chemicals) as contributing factors…

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94. Your Unfinished Business: A Christ-Centered Checklist for Managing Your Financial Life 21:35

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In light of recent events, Elizabeth explains at what it might look like to address some business left unfinished. If you're interested in learning more from Elizabeth, consider picking up a copy of her book Wealth Blessed. Click Here for more information. We hope this is a helpful resource for you. Never miss an episode of The Caring Advisor Podca…

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E129: An Update on Raindrops: A Pause, Not a Goodbye 2:43

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I’m making a small change to the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast schedule: Thursday Raindrops episodes are pausing for now. In this short update, I share why I’m taking this step and how it will give me more space to focus on bringing you deeper, more helpful content—like Season 2: Forever Chemicals Detox 101. Raindrops will be back, but in the …

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93. "Lord I Believe" with guest Lori Hatcher 22:19

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A good friend, Lori Hatcher returns to the podcast this time discussing her new book. Lord I Believe is a 60 day devotional encouraging us to hold strong to belief in God even in the midst of difficult adversities. Grab your copy of Lord I Believe today by clicking the link. While you're at it, be sure to grab a copy of Elizabeth's book Wealth Bles…

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E128: Your Body Is Brilliant: Why Detoxing Forever Chemicals (PFAS) Matters for Your Health 8:41

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This is Episode 128 and Part 1 of Season 2: Forever Chemicals Detox 101 of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast. Even though forever chemicals (PFAS) are everywhere, your body is remarkably resilient. In this season, adapted from a live 4-Day Home Detox Challenge, you’ll learn why small swaps to reduce toxic exposures can make a big difference in…

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E127. Detoxing for Fertility & Pregnancy: What You Can Do Today 4:59

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Trying to conceive or preparing for pregnancy? Discover how detoxing your daily environment can support fertility, hormone balance, and healthy fetal development. In this Raindrop episode of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares foundational steps to reduce exposure to hidden hormone disruptors in your home—from plastic food storage…

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92. "A Sane and Satisfying Way to Declutter: 4 Simple Steps to Motivate You and Glorify God" 18:00

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In today's episode, Elizabeth shares her recent experience in decluttering with spiritual purpose. Elizabeth explains why typical clean-out systems don't work for her, and why they might not work for you. You'll learn about the surprising, 4-step motivation she used to let go of an expensive mistake, in a way that was freeing and filled with joyful…

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E126. Why Detoxing Your Home Is as Important as Diet & Exercise—Simple Tips to Start | Most Downloaded #1 46:51

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Why Detoxing Your Home Is as Important as Diet & Exercise—Simple Tips to Start | Most Downloaded #1 🌿 Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #1 Why does home detox matter as much as diet and exercise? In this most popular episode of all time, Sophia Ruan Gushée explains how daily exposures to toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and EMFs affect our h…

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E125. Design a Nontoxic Home—Clean Materials & Wellness Tips with Alison Davin | Most Downloaded #2 46:07

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #2 Interior designer Alison Davin shares how her multiple chemical sensitivities led her to design wellness-focused homes using nontoxic paints, flooring, and materials. A must-listen for anyone building or renovating. 💡 In This Episode: What “clean” materials really mean Common toxins in paints, furniture…

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E124. Your Kitchen Detox Checklist: Where Healing Starts Every Day 4:44

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Think your kitchen is safe? In this 5-minute Raindrop episode of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares one quick and impactful tip to help detox your kitchen from hidden toxins—starting with your food storage. Learn how plastic food containers and wrappers can leach hormone-disrupting chemicals like phthalates and PFAS (also known a…

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E123. Protect Your Family from 5G & EMFs—Science-Based Tips from Telecom Insider Daniel DeBaun | Most Downloaded #3 1:06:31

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #3 EMF protection expert and DefenderShield CEO Daniel DeBaun returns to the show to discuss with Sophia Ruan Gushée what we’ve learned since 5G rolled out—and how to keep your family safe from everyday radiation exposure. 💡 In This Episode: How 5G differs from earlier wireless tech Best practices for safe…

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E122. What’s In Your Cookware? Safer Swaps to Protect Your Health 3:57

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Nonstick pans may seem convenient—but they can release toxic PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” into your food. In this quick Raindrop episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares two of her favorite nontoxic cookware swaps that are safer for your health and easy to use. If you’re just getting started with a home detox or want a quick win for your kitc…

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E121. Detox Your Drinking Water & Bedroom for Better Sleep—Filtration, EMFs & Sleep Tips | Most Downloaded #4 46:35

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #4 Did you know your water and sleep setup could be affecting your health? In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares how to detox your drinking water and sleep environment from contaminants and EMFs that can interfere with rest and recovery. 💡 In This Episode: Bottled vs. tap water: what’s safest? Easy, e…

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E120. Digital Detox for EMF Protection: 5-Day Challenge to Boost Energy 7:01

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Feel tired, wired, or foggy? Your devices may be to blame. In this Raindrop episode of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Sophia Ruan Gushée introduces a 5-day Digital Detox Challenge from your Ultimate Home Detox™ Starter Pack—designed to reduce your EMF exposure, help you recharge, and restore your energy. Learn how a simple tweak to your tech habits ma…

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E119. Detox Your Hormones—Everyday Toxins, Infertility & Clean Product Tips with Sara Jensen | Most Downloaded #5 50:43

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #5 After years of unexplained infertility, Sara Jensen learned how endocrine-disrupting chemicals in “clean” products were harming her health. Hear how she founded Hugh and Grace to offer clean, high-performing alternatives. 💡 In This Episode: How daily products can affect fertility and hormones Sara’s inf…

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E118. PFAS Detox: How to Reduce Forever Chemicals at Home—Safely & Simply 3:29

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You’ve heard of “forever chemicals”—but how do you actually avoid them? In this Raindrop episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée breaks down what PFAS are, where they hide in your home, and how to detox your daily routine with ONE simple, practical swap. Whether you're worried about hormone disruption, fertility, or cancer risk, this episode provides empowerin…

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91. "Loose Change" 20:22

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Today’s episode, Loose Change, offers a fun mix of financial insights, updates, a power quote for your week, and a 7-ingredient financial success recipe. Yum! Let Elizabeth know if you enjoy this concept, and, if so, she’ll repeat it often. Learn more about topics from today's episode in Elizabeth's new book, Wealth Blessed, now available for every…

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E117. Clean Indoor Air on a Budget—Detox Dust, Fragrance & Ventilation Tips | Most Downloaded #6 45:07

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #6 Indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air. In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares how to improve indoor air quality with simple, low-cost strategies that reduce exposure to toxins in dust, cleaning products, and “fragrance.” 💡 In This Episode: The hidden health risks of indoor ai…

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E116. Nontoxic Cleaning Made Simple: The #1 Swap to Detox Your Home Safely 3:33

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Want to detox your home but don’t know where to start? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares the #1 cleaning swap from her Ultimate Home Detox™ Starter Pack—a powerful (and free!) resource designed to help you reduce harmful chemicals from your home. Learn how this simple DIY cleaning spray can replace toxic produc…

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E115. Reduce EMF Exposure from 5G, Wi-Fi & Cell Phones—Tips from Dr. Devra Davis | Most Downloaded #7 57:49

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#7 Most Downloaded Episode Are your everyday devices quietly affecting your health? In this episode, Dr. Devra Davis—founder of the Environmental Health Trust—shares what science reveals about radiation from Wi-Fi, cell phones, 5G, and the Internet of Things. 💡 In This Episode: Health risks from EMFs, 3G, 4G, 5G Brain health, sperm damage, and vuln…

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E114. Your Ultimate Home Detox Starter Pack: 5 Simple Guides to Reduce Toxins from Cleaning Products, Cookware, EMFs, Kitchen & Forever Chemicals 3:14

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Looking for a simple way to start detoxing your home and lifestyle? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée introduces the Ultimate Home Detox™ Starter Pack—a free bundle of 5 powerful guides to help you reduce toxins in your daily routines. Whether you’re worried about toxic cleaning products, cookware safety, EMF exposure…

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90. "Five Heavy Risks of Financial Discontent... And What You Can Do About it." 22:00

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Today, Elizabeth shares an experience with a former client Roger (name changed for confidentiality) to help us understand the risks involved with financial discontentment. Learn more about topics from today's episode in Elizabeth's new book, Wealth Blessed, now available for everyone! Click Here to get your copy today! We hope this is a helpful res…

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E113. Avoid Microplastics at Home: 3 Easy Swaps to Reduce Hormone Disruptors | Most Downloaded #8 11:43

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #8 Did you know that microplastics and nanoplastics can disrupt hormones and affect fertility? In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares three easy product swaps that can significantly reduce your exposure to plastic particles at home. In This Episode: How microplastics infiltrate your home Health risks o…

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E112. Harvard Scientist Reveals Why She Rarely Wears Sunscreen—and What She Does Instead 4:21

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Can too much sunscreen be doing more harm than good? In this eye-opening episode of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Sophia shares a behind-the-scenes conversation with Dr. Carmen Messerlian, a Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health expert in environmental reproductive, perinatal, and pediatric epidemiology. After wrapping their official interview, D…

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E111. Improve Vision Naturally with Dr. Marc Grossman—Eye Exercises, Diet & Holistic Healing | Most Downloaded #9 56:17

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🎉 Top 10 Countdown Series – #9 Most Downloaded Practical Nontoxic Living episode In this powerful replay of one of our most beloved episodes, Dr. Marc Grossman, a leading holistic optometrist and international bestselling author, reveals how vision is more than just eyesight—it's a reflection of your entire well-being. Dr. Grossman shares how you c…

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E110. Toxic Bean Bags? What to Know About Safer Fabrics and Fillings for Your Home 7:34

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When my daughter asked for a bean bag chair, I paused. Most are made with toxic textiles and synthetic foam—two major Household Repeat Offenders I explain in my book A to Z of D-Toxing and target in Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox. In this episode, I walk you through how I applied my Practical Nontoxic Living™ framework to find safer bean bag optio…

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E109. How ‘A to Z of D-Toxing’ Sparked the Home Detox Movement | Most Downloaded #10 18:44

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🎉 Most Downloaded Episode #10 — Start Your Home Detox Journey Here In this foundational episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, author and environmental health expert Sophia Ruan Gushée shares the powerful story behind her critically acclaimed book, A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. If you’re new to nontoxic livi…

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89. "What is Financial Happiness for a Christian?" 21:28

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In this episode, Elizabeth shares a bit of her personal financial journey, along with what she has discovered about financial happiness. Learn more about topics from today's episode in Elizabeth's new book, Wealth Blessed, now available for everyone! Click Here to get your copy today! We hope this is a helpful resource for you! If you enjoyed today…

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E108. How Filtered Tap Water Can Cut 90% of Your Microplastic Exposure 4:43

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A recent study revealed that switching from bottled water to filtered tap water can reduce your microplastic intake by up to 90%—from 90,000 particles per year to just 4,000. In this short Raindrop episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares a powerful reminder of how one small change can have a big impact on your health. 🎧 Want…

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E107. From 88% to 0%: DailyMail Editor’s Proven Detox Results After Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox 10:19

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After discovering her toxic chemical levels were 88% higher than the average American, DailyMail Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri took a bold step: she joined Ruan Living’s pioneering and transformative 40-Day Home Detox program to reduce her everyday exposures to endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BPA, BPS, phthalates, and benzene. In this fol…

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E106. Best Nontoxic Fabrics and Fibers: Safe Choices for Bedding, Clothing, Rugs & More 5:47

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Practical Nontoxic Living™ Raindrop | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked What are the safest fabrics for your clothes, bedding, and home furnishings? In this follow-up to Episode 105, “Toxic Textiles,” Sophia prioritizes the certifications and most nontoxic fibers and materials to look for when shopping for clothing, linens (like bath towels, bed sheets…

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E105. Toxic Textiles: How to Choose Safer Fabrics for a Healthier Home 47:19

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Your clothing, curtains, and couch might be exposing you to toxic chemicals—and you probably have no idea. In this eye-opening episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée speaks with Patty Grossman, co-founder of Two Sisters Ecotextiles, to reveal what’s hiding in the fabrics you use every day—and how to choose safer alternatives for a…

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E104. Collagen Marshmallows: Clean Beauty from the Inside Out 4:34

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Could your favorite treat support healthier skin, hair, joints, and mood? In this mini-episode, Sophia shares how homemade collagen marshmallows—made with grass-fed gelatin, rose powder, and butterfly pea flower—can nourish your body from the inside out. Learn about the cleanest collagen powder brands, key ingredients to avoid, and the surprising s…

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E103. Feel at Home Anywhere: Detoxing Stress, Disconnection & Daily Choices 19:09

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Struggling with stress, overwhelm, or feeling out of sync in your space? You might be overdue for a different kind of detox—one that starts with your home, habits, and the unconscious choices shaping your well-being. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, host Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by her colleague and niece, Elizabeth McCormick, to u…

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E102. Redefining Home—Inner Peace, Yoga & Psychology with Heather Lilleston 12:49

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What does “home” really mean—and how can we feel at home wherever we are? In this excerpt from Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox program, Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by Heather Lilleston, yoga teacher since 2003 and doctorate in clinical psychology, to explore how our sense of home goes far beyond our real estate. Together, they unravel hidden toxin…

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88. "How to Know if You're Wealth-Foolish or Wealth-Blessed" 22:06

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Tune in as Elizebeth and husband, Guy Brickman, discuss how to identify wealth foolish qualities to avoid. Learn more about topics from today's episode in Elizabeth's new book, Wealth Blessed, now available for everyone! Click Here to get your copy today! We hope this is a helpful resource for you! Can't get enough? Be sure to check out more of Eli…

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E101. Fertility, Inflammation, and IVF Success: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Robert Kiltz (part 2) 9:24

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Can inflammation be the hidden root of fertility challenges—and many chronic diseases? In this eye-opening conversation, Sophia Ruan Gushée welcomes Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility and pioneer of a holistic approach to reproductive health. Together, they explore how reducing inflammation, adopting an anti-inflammatory lifestyle, and reth…

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E100. Can Diet Boost Fertility? Reflections on Dr. Robert Kiltz’s High-Fat, High-Protein Approach (part 1) 13:02

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Can what you eat really improve your chances of getting pregnant—or your overall health? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée and her niece and colleague, Elizabeth McCormick, reflect on the powerful insights from Dr. Robert Kiltz’s masterclass in Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox. Dr. Kiltz, a leading fertility doctor and…

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

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

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

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

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87. "Secrets of Mastering Your Time" with guest financial coach, Scott Maderer 23:44

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Tune in to part two of a conversation with Scott Maderer where Elizabeth and Scott discuss how time is a resource we must steward to live a wealth blessed life. Scott Maderer, a certified Human Behavior Senior Consultant, is the founder of Inspired Stewardship, a financial coaching firm. Check out his website, InspiredStewardship.com, where you can…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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86. "How to Change Your Financial Habits", with guest financial coach, Scott Maderer 22:42

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Scott Maderer, a certified Human Behavior Senior Consultant, is the founder of Inspired Stewardship, a financial coaching firm. Check out his website, where you can also find his book, Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures. Elizabeth's new book, Wealth Blessed is now available f…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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