Wholistic Living

In this episode I explain the important facts about candida cleansing especially how long the cleanse should last for. Thereis so much candida and parasite cleanse misinformation out there so this episode helps to explain the science behind dysbiosis in the gut and how to effectively clear it out. I also talk about how to feel comfortable reintroducing foods back into your diet without fear.

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Childhood obesity has become so common that many of us have stopped recognizing it as the serious health issue it is. In this episode, I'm tackling one of the most controversial conversations in modern parenting: what responsibility do adults have when it comes to the health of the children they raise?This isn't about body shaming or blaming parents. It's about understanding that children don't buy groceries, prepare meals, or control the food environment they're raised in. As parents and caregivers, we have an incredible opportunity and responsibility to nourish growing bodies with foods that support healthy brains, hormones, immune...

Your home has a microbiome, just like your gut, and trying to sterilize it may actually be working against your health. In this episode, we explore the science behind the home microbiome, why overusing antibacterial cleaners can disrupt beneficial microbial communities, and how this may contribute to allergies, asthma, poor indoor air quality, and the recolonization of more resilient microbes. You'll learn why "clean" doesn't have to mean sterile, simple ways to support a healthier indoor environment, and practical cleaning habits that work with nature instead of against it. This episode may completely change the way you think about cleaning...

We spend so much of our lives waiting to be happy. Waiting until we're healthier, wealthier, more successful, or finally have everything figured out. But what if peace isn't something we find in the future? What if it's something we can practice today? In this episode, we explore the art of contentment and why it's one of the most powerful mindsets for supporting your health, relationships, finances, and overall well-being. We discuss the difference between contentment and complacency, how comparison keeps us stuck, the connection between gratitude and nervous system regulation, and why emotional maturity allows us to find peace...

The kidneys are a major detox organ and are often overlooked or ignored entirely by most practitioners. In this episode I chat about the importance of the kidneys, how they work, signs they may need a detox and detos and drainage tips.

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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is being called the "silent pandemic" by global health experts, but what does that actually mean? In this episode of the Wholistic Living Podcast, we explore why antibiotic-resistant infections are increasing worldwide, how bacteria develop resistance through biofilms and horizontal gene transfer, and why common microbes such as E. coli, Klebsiella, Streptococcus, and Enterococcus are becoming a growing concern. Learn why most colds and flus are viral and do not respond to antibiotics, how repeated antibiotic use can impact the gut microbiome, and what a holistic approach to immune resilience can teach us about preventing infection. We'll...

Lyme disease cases are skyrocketing across North America and many people are suffering with chronic symptoms for years without answers. In this episode of Wholistic Living, we dive deep into Lyme disease, coinfections like Bartonella and Babesia, chronic inflammation, biofilms, nervous system symptoms, proper Lyme testing, and holistic remedies. We also discuss why tick populations are increasing, when ticks are most active, why Lyme disease is often missed by conventional testing, and the controversy surrounding chronic Lyme disease and Pfizer’s Lyme vaccine development. If you struggle with fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, anxiety, histamine intolerance, autoimmune symptoms, or mystery il...

In this episode of Wholistic Living, we dive into the powerful connection between myrosinase, gut health, eczema, inflammation, detoxification, and the microbiome. Learn why cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, arugula, cabbage, and broccoli sprouts may not provide their full benefits if the enzyme myrosinase is lacking or destroyed through cooking and poor gut health. We explore how low myrosinase activity on stool testing may reflect dysbiosis, poor microbial diversity, chronic inflammation, mold exposure, antibiotic damage, sluggish bile flow, and impaired detoxification pathways. Discover how this impacts sulforaphane production, NRF2 activation, glutathione, histamine intolerance, hormone balance, liver detoxification, autoimmune conditions, eczema...

In this episode of Wholistic Living, we dive deep into the growing epidemic of PCOS and it has been renamed to PMOS — Polymetabolic Ovarian Syndrome. We unpack what PCOS really is, the major root causes driving it, and why symptoms like acne, weight gain, irregular cycles, infertility, hair loss, anxiety, and blood sugar issues are often signs of deeper metabolic dysfunction rather than simply an “ovary problem.”In this episode, we discuss:
• The connection between insulin resistance and hormones
• Why inflammation, stress, gut health, toxins, and liver function matter
• Common symptoms women should never ignore
• Important lab tests to a...

This is a vulnerable episode where i share about my struggles as of late and talk about the swinging health pendulum and how you can find uour middle ground with a healthy lifestyle.

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Discover how cellular toxicity and chronic inflammation drive aging, grey hair, and wrinkles, and how to reverse it naturally. This episode breaks down anti-aging strategies using nutrition, detoxification, fasting, herbs, supplements, sleep, exercise, saunas, skincare, and PRP to support cellular repair, boost antioxidants, and promote long-term longevity and radiant skin.








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Eczema, psoriasis, acne and other chronic illness (even ones that aren't skin related) may be more than just a skin condition. In this episode, we explore how liver detox pathways Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 influence skin health, and how nutrient deficiencies or excesses can trigger inflammation, histamine buildup, and eczema flares. Learn which vitamins, amino acids, and supplements may be worsening your symptoms by overstimulating detox pathways, and how to properly support the gut liver skin axis for long term healing.

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Most thyroid issues aren’t really about your thyroid at all — they start with stress, adrenal dysfunction, and hormonal imbalance. In this episode, we break down how chronic stress affects cortisol and DHEA, slows thyroid function, drives inflammation, insulin resistance, PCOS, poor sleep, and fatigue. Learn practical, science-backed holistic strategies from herbal adaptogens, nutrients, homeopathy, and nervous system practices to restore balance and reclaim energy. If you’ve been told your labs are normal but still don’t feel like yourself, this episode is for you.

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Most supplements aren’t fixing your symptoms, they’re masking them. In this episode, we expose the most overhyped supplements (GLP-1 boosters, fat burners, peptides, detox products, probiotics + more) and break down why they’re not working the way you think. If you’re tired of spending money on supplements without results, this is the episode you need.

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Whole-body health starts in the mouth.
In this episode of Wholistic Living, I sit down with holistic dentist Dr. Mandeep Johal to uncover how the mouth, tongue, and airway shape far more than just your smile. We dive deep into the overlooked connection between tongue posture, facial development, breathing, and sleep-disordered breathing... and why so many children and adults today struggle with issues like mouth breathing, crowded teeth, poor sleep, bedwetting and chronic fatigue.

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Iron is one of the most commonly recommended supplements for fatigue, anemia, and low ferritin. But what if increasing iron is sometimes the exact thing that allows harmful microbes to thrive? In this episode of Wholistic Living, we explore the lesser-known connection between iron and pathogen growth. Many bacteria, fungi, and parasites depend on iron to replicate, strengthen biofilms, and become more resistant to the immune system.
You will learn:
• Why many pathogens actively compete with your body for iron
• How excess iron can support bacterial and fungal overgrowth
• The link between iron, biofilm formation, and chroni...

I chat about the six most important supplements that most kids could benefit from early on in their life. These supplements will help build a strong foundation within the immune system, gut, and brain helping improve their growth, development and resilience as they progress through life.

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They Said “Prepare for the Worst” ... Then Everything Changed. Shelly Boudah shares her journey with being diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer that spread to her lymph nodes, neck and liver. She was offered palliative care. She went for a 3 week cancer treatment at Sanoviv medical institute in mexico and a few short weeks later she got her life back! Shelly's positivity, persistane, and knowledge is so impressive. Join us today as she talks about her diagnosis, her journey and her results. 

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This episode explains the stages of autoimmune progression and what is necessary to achieve remission. I explain how a balanced lifestyle is only effective for maintenance and that if you want remission, weight loss or any kind of improvement with your health, the restriction phase needs to be implemented BEFORE the balance stage.

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Why can one person drink coffee at night and sleep fine while another feels anxious and wired for 12 hours? Why do some people thrive on high-dose B vitamins while others spiral into panic and insomnia? Why does estrogen feel overwhelming for some but not others? The answer may lie in one powerful gene: COMT.

In this episode of Wholistic Living, we break down the two COMT personality types and how they influence mood, stress response, sleep, hormones, and caffeine tolerance. Slow COMT is often the intense, driven, high-dopamine type. These individuals are focused and sharp but may be...

For decades, the U.S. food pyramid shaped how Americans ate, emphasizing carbs, avoiding fats, and largely ignoring food quality and texture. Today, that model has been replaced with a more balanced approach, but there’s still an important piece of the nutrition conversation missing. In this episode, we explore the shift from the old food pyramid to the modern plate model... and then dive into a lesser-known consequence of modern diets: the loss of chewing and how it is leading to more orthodontic interventions. As ultra-processed, soft foods have become the norm, children are chewing less than ever during cr...

Chatting about alternative cancer therapies, integrative medicine at Sanoviv Medical institute, major root cause of cancer and how fluoride may not always be bad and when to use it for cavities and weakened enamel.

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A boring life means a fullfilling, healthy and nervous system grounding kind of life and I am here for it!

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease is often explained as a “gut issue” or something managed solely with immune-suppressing medications. But the science tells a much deeper story. In this episode of Wholistic Living, we break down what actually drives IBD at the immune, genetic, and microbial level, including mechanisms that are rarely discussed in conventional care.

You’ll learn:
Why certain genetic SNPs (like NOD2, ATG16L1, IL23R, CARD9, and FUT2) make some people far more susceptible to chronic gut inflammationHow loss of key probiotic strains and microbial metabolites can lock the immune system into an inflammatory loopThe emergi...

I share the top 10 things I did over the past decade that completely transformed my health. I am sharing them in hopes you can implement some of these super simple tips to transofrm your health too! These health and wellness tips will help you detox, lose weight, boost your immune system, regulate your nervous system and more!

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In this episode, we dive deep into the holy trinity of gut repair: Akkermansia muciniphila, butyrate, and choline... and why people with food sensitivities, allergies, histamine reactions, IBS, constipation, autoimmune issues, or chronic inflammation cannot heal without addressing this trio. You’ll learn:

-Why Akkermansia is the #1 microbe linked to a strong gut lining
-How butyrate fuels colon cells, lowers inflammation, and regulates immunity
-Why choline deficiency is one of the MOST overlooked causes of food reactions
-Foods, supplements, and lifestyle steps to rebuild your mucus layer

Welcome to Season 5! In this episode, I drop a truth-bomb rant about Canada’s quiet approval of cloned meat and what this means for our health, our food system, and future generations. We break down what cloned meat actually is, how Health Canada slipped it into our food supply with little public awareness, and why Italy became the first country to ban it outright. If you care about food safety, transparency, and holistic health, this is a must-listen.

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Discover how stepping outside your comfort zone can literally rewire your brain! In this episode of Wholistic Living, the science of neuroplasticity, showing how trying new things builds new synapses, strengthens neural networks, and boosts cognitive flexibility. Learn why novelty and challenge are essential for brain health, memory, and adaptability, and get practical tips to stimulate your brain every day, from learning new skills to simple daily habit changes. Backed by research on synaptic plasticity and brain growth, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to enhance mental performance, improve memory, and keep their mind sharp.
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In this episode of Wholistic Living, we’re unpacking the truth about HbA1c, insulin resistance, and metabolic health, beyond just what you eat. You’ll learn exactly what HbA1c measures, how insulin works on a cellular level to move glucose into your cells for ATP energy, and what happens when that process breaks down. We’ll explore how stress, poor sleep, inflammation, toxins, and hormone imbalances all drive insulin resistance, even if your diet looks “clean.” I also share the most effective supplements for improving insulin sensitivity and supporting healthy HbA1c levels, including magnesium, inositol, berberine, fish oil, NAC...

What’s really hiding in your tap water? In this eye-opening episode of Wholistic Living, we dive deep into what North Americans are actually drinking ! From microplastics leaching out of PEX pipes to hormones, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and heavy metals that slip through outdated filtration systems. You’ll learn how estrogen residues from medications are causing fish to become intersex, why fluoride and chlorine byproducts are linked to thyroid and reproductive issues, and how mold and mycotoxins can contaminate your water supply without ever being tested for. Marla breaks down the truth about “safe” water regulations, the hidden toxins that burden your det...

Are methylene blue, THC, CBD, ivermectin, nicotine, colloidal silver, or creatine miracle cures… or dangerous fads? In this episode of Wholistic Living, we dive deep into some of the most controversial and misunderstood compounds in health and biohacking. Discover how these molecules can boost energy, cognition, immunity, and mitochondrial function — but also how the wrong dosage or misuse can cause serious harm. We cover:
Methylene Blue – Enhance mitochondrial function, memory, and brain energy safelyIvermectin – Antiparasitic and immune support: time, place, and controversyTHC & CBD – Pain relief, mood regulation, and cognitive effects (plus adrenal and hormone impacts)Nicotine – Cognitive enhancer, focus booster, and...

If your eczema or psoriasis keeps coming back no matter what cream or detox you try, this episode explains why. Marla uncovers the hidden root cause and how Candida’s invasive form triggers histamine, inflammation, and autoimmune flares that overload your liver and show up on your skin. She also breaks down the top culprits fueling this cycle 

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Overconsumption of things, content and food causes disease, mental health issues and more. Listen to this weeks episode for the conection!

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Your favorite “clean” health foods might not be as independent as you think. In this episode of Wholistic Living, we uncover how brands like Simple Mills, Siete, Vital Proteins, RXBAR, Poppi, and Garden of Life—once founded on mission and integrity—were bought out by corporate giants like Nestlé, Kellogg’s, and Ferrero. We’ll explore why this wave of acquisitions is happening, what it means for ingredients, accessibility, and prices, and whether consolidation in the food industry is ultimately good or bad for consumers. From protein bars to gut health sodas to even your morning cereal, the same few corporations...

Biblical living is holistic. It doesn’t just feed the body, it nurtures the mind, spirit, and soul. By integrating these timeless principles into modern life, we can cultivate optimal health, vitality, and spiritual harmony.

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Vitamin D test are not accurate and poor vitamin D receptor function can lead to autoimmunty, psoriasis, cancer, endometriosis and more.

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NEW SEASON (FALL) AND NEW SEASON (5)! I chat all about carbs pros and cons, the keto and carnivore diet and when to eat and avoid carbs. Carbs are demonized online so i breka thy myth and explain why they may cause weight gain and more!

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In this last episode of season 4, instead of chatting about health topics i am sharing some life updates!

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Today, we’re talking about one of the most underappreciated—yet most powerful—things your body does while you’re sleeping: liver detox. If you’ve ever wondered why you wake up between 1 and 3 a.m., why your brain fog is worse in the morning, or why your chronic symptoms seem to flare when you’re under more toxic stress… you’re going to want to listen all the way through.

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