Synopsis
Wellness Beets is all about an alternative approach to health. Hosts Alex and Brittany answer your wellness questions, dig into nutrient density, and share tips for offbeat holistic living.
Episodes
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#23: Ayurvedic Diet, Paperless Products, and Prebiotics
05/08/2015 Duration: 44minAlex and Brittany share how far to take the ayurvedic diet concepts and they explain why prebiotics are just as important as probiotics. They aslo get into whether or not there is BPA in toilet paper and provide options for going paperless.
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#22: Coconut Bliss, Healing Clay, and Plastic Exposure
29/07/2015 Duration: 39minIce cream giveaway! We partner with Coconut Bliss Ice Cream on a special giveaway. Alex explains how to use clay for skin detox and cleaning pores, then cautions against ingesting it. Brittany describes 3 harzardous chemicals found in plastics and we both give tips on alternatives and how to avoid them.
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#21: Body Love, GMOs, Food Labeling, and Cold Brew Teas
22/07/2015 Duration: 53minSince its bikini season, Alex and Brittany dive into body image and showing respect for your body. Then it gets political discussing the pros and cons of GMOs and the importance of tranparency on food labels. Alex also explains the benefits of cold brewing tea and offers great combinations for flavor and health boosts.
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#20: Potatoes, Rice, Travel Beauty and Barefoot Walking
15/07/2015 Duration: 58minAlex and Brittany talk potatoes, rice, legumes and dairy and why these foods are on some peoples avoidance lists. Then we share how we approach beauty when traveling and also discuss the right approach to the difficult transition to minimal shoes.
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#19: Shakeology, Spirulina, Constipation, and Long Work Hours
08/07/2015 Duration: 51minAlex and Brittany answer listener questions, giving advice on protein powders/shakes, relieving constipation and working long hours without natural sunlight. Then they fail at pronouncing spirulina but still give it a thumbs up as a good source of nutrients.
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#18: Child Psychology, Parent Behavior Training, and Taste Psychology with Dr. Andrew Sweeney
01/07/2015 Duration: 54minGuest interview with Dr. Andrew Sweeney, licensed Clinical Psychologist. We get into child psychology, the benefits of a therapy dog and advice on how to get kids to eat more vegetables.
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#17: Natural Movement for Babies, Physical Therapy, and Yoga with Jennifer Cohen
24/06/2015 Duration: 48minSpecial guest episode with Jennifer Cohen, Pediatric Physical Therapist and Children’s Yoga Teacher. Alex and Brittany interview Jennifer on proper natural movement for babies, and all the benefits and challenges of teaching yoga to kids.
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#16: Anemia, Non-Toxic Cleaning Products, and Natural Hydration
17/06/2015 Duration: 53minLearn about anemia fighting foods, and what to do if you are low in iron. Alex and Brittany share their DIY cleaning products recipes and also discuss tips for the best ways to stay hydrated.
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#15: Multiple Sclerosis, Food, and Athletic Performance with Kelsey Albers
10/06/2015 Duration: 38minWe interview Kelsey Albers on her struggles with MS and managing the disease with diet and lifestyle. She also shares recommendations on fueling for athletic performance and working with clients to reach their optimal health.
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#14: Anxiety, Depression, and Brain Health with Nicholas Hundley
03/06/2015 Duration: 46minSpecial interview with Nicholas Hundley, MS, CNS on the link between diet and brain health. He also expands into how sleep, fitness and overall lifestyle affect your brain function and how you can improve it.
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#13: Feminine Products, Cramps, Bras, and Lotion
27/05/2015 Duration: 01h04minIn this girly show, we tackle periods, how to alleviate cramps and our views on feminine products. We also discuss the benefits of going bra-less and Alex shares a recipe for DIY lotion.
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#12: Sunscreen, Smoothies & Juices, and Choosing Diets
20/05/2015 Duration: 01h02minIt's the summer show! Alex and Brittany talk all things sun protection and preferred sunscreens. Then they dig into the smoothie and juicing controversy and share how to find the right diet.
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#11: Fish Oil, White Rice vs. Brown Rice, Potato Starch as Beauty Product
13/05/2015 Duration: 01h04minFind out why Brittany and Alex choose fish over fish oil supplements and listen to an interview with Archie Welch of Corganic discussing the benefits of Extra Virgin Cod Liver Oil. They give reasons for eating white rice over brown rice and then Alex shares three ways to use potato starch as beauty products.
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#10: Detoxing with Megan Rand of Ginger Newtrition
06/05/2015 Duration: 53minAlex and Brittany interview Ginger Newtrition's Megan Rand about all things healthy body detoxing. She goes into combining elimination diet with detox interventions, how to diagnose detoxification issues and creating customizable plans.
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#9: The Fat & Oil Debate and Organization for Stress Management
29/04/2015 Duration: 43minHow to choose what fats and oils are healthiest to eat and cook with. Then Alex & Brittany discuss how organization can aid in stress reduction.
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#8: Elimination Diet, Natural Movement, Exercise, and Breakfast Foods
22/04/2015 Duration: 55minAll the explanations of elimination diets and why to do one, then Alex and Brittany give tips on including natural movement throughout your day and how to eat vegetables for breakfast.
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#7: Stress Management, Adrenal Fatigue, Cooking Fats and Henna
15/04/2015 Duration: 50minLearn to incorporate mental health practices into your days with tips from Alex and Brittany.
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#6: Sleep Hygiene, Dealing with Doctors, and Dairy Substitutions
08/04/2015 Duration: 01h09minLearn how to improve your sleep quality with fewer electronics and Alex and Brittany share preparation steps for productive doctor visits.
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#5: Nutrient Boot Camp, Travel Foods, and Fighting the Flu
05/04/2015 Duration: 58minAlex shows how to eat more with Nutrient Boot Camp then Brittany and Alex list their favorite travel tips and discuss natural remedies for the flu.
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#4: Liver, Eating Out, and Dinner Parties
04/04/2015 Duration: 01h03minGet past the ick factor and eat some liver to boost your energy and health. Alex and Brittany also give tips for eating out and what to bring to dinner parties.