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In this episode, we discuss Botox and the growing number of women choosing natural alternatives. Botox, or botulinum toxin type A, is a neurotoxic protein used in small doses to treat various medical conditions and to reduce wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing muscles. While millions of people have used Botox, it comes with potential side effects like bruising, headaches, muscle weakness and in some cases, more serious complications such as botulism. Most people are unaware that Botox carries a Black Box Warning issued by the FDA which states that Botox can cause serious side effects, including the potential spread of the toxin from the injection site. This warning is the most serious type issued by the FDA. Today, nearly 40% of women seeking anti-aging treatments are now exploring natural alternatives to Botox. Gudrun Snyder, a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and founder of Moon Rabbit Acupuncture and a leading expert in cosmetic acupuncture discusses Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture—a holistic, non-invasive alternative that smooths fine lines, firms skin tone, treats acne, and boosts collagen production, all without synthetic injections. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    Gudrun shares her healing journey as breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed at the age of 32, with a 1-year old baby 2.    What caused Gudrun to focus on Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture 3.    The pain level of the treatment 4.    Can Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture accomplish what Botox can for fine lines and wrinkles? 5.    The potential dangers to women using Botox 6.    How listeners can find a practitioner that specializes in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture?  è You can learn more about Gudrun and Moon Rabbit Acupuncture at https://www.moonrabbitacupuncture.com/.  è As always – you can find the links in the show notes at https://healthyhomehacks.com. We appreciate you! Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!

We recently escaped to the majestic Trinity Home Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains—almost 5,000 square feet of pure luxury. Exquisite design, a home theatre, a chef's kitchen, sweeping lake views, cozy fire pits, a cedar hot tub, a sprawling game room, and just a short walk to the charming village of Lake Arrowhead. Let's talk about why places like this matter right now. Stress and anxiety levels in America are at crisis levels and are linked to heart disease, weakened immunity, and more. Our guest, Deanna Grady, understands firsthand that rest isn't luxury—it's essential medicine. Mountain environments like Lake Arrowhead offer incredible health benefits through fresh air, grounding, negative ions, and true unplugging. Her design aesthetic is impeccable. She's created Trinity Home Lake Arrowhead, Trinity A-Frame, and Trinity Interior Design—all built on the philosophy that everyone deserves a place to restore, relax, and retreat.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    Emerging from a professional background, how corporate burnout led Deanna to start designing beautiful vacation mountain homes 2.    With no professional interior design training, how Deanna's passion led to a new and purposeful career path 3.    The number one compliment guests share 4.    What makes Lake Arrowhead and the mountain vibes so healing and relaxing 5.    Why visiting the mountains is essential for those who lead busy, stressful lives 6.    Deanna's favorite part of each of her homes 7.    Deanna's source of inspiration when designing these and her celebrity client's homes   è Friends, to learn more and book one of Deanna's mountain retreats at Trinity HomeLA. Head to à https://trinityhomela.com. You can also find them on Instagram at TrinityHomeLA and at TrinityAframeLA. è Use code: RONANDLISA to save 10% off your direct booking and towards candles at the Trinity Home General Store here à https://trinityhomela.com/shop è As always – you can find the links in the show notes at HealthyHomeHacks.com. We appreciate you! Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!

From broken to beautiful, our guest believed finding new ways to appreciate your home is key to maintaining balance and peace in your everyday life. Sarah Trop is an award-winning interior designer, global travel blogger, and HGTV's Flea Market Flip champion, celebrated for her sustainable, biophilic, and small-space design solutions. Founder of FunCycled, Sarah blends soulful creativity with construction know-how, transforming historic homes and upcycled pieces into works of art. Her work has been featured in Country Living, House Beautiful, and Life at Home Magazine. Sarah inspires audiences to uncover beauty in the old, bring peace to their spaces, and live with greater purpose. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    A simple way to choose natural versus synthetic materials when designing a room 2.    A few easy and affordable ways to bring that 'outdoors-in' feeling to any space, and what the research says about its health benefits 3.    How using reclaimed or repurposed materials contributes to a more sustainable environment 4.    How to balance creating gorgeous, Instagram-worthy spaces with prioritizing overall occupant wellness 5.    Design choices—like soft textures or natural colors—that can promote emotional healing in a clinical or transitional environment 6.    Sustainable design strategies—from material choices to multipurpose layouts—that are as good for the environment as they are for long-term health and happiness   è Friends, to learn more about Sarah's services at FunCycled, head to à funcycled.com. You can also find them on Instagram at FunCycled and at TropofallTrades. è Grab your free interior design guide now: https://funcycled.com/free/   è As always – you can find the links in the show notes at Healthy Home Hacks.com. We appreciate you! Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!

Did you know the average woman uses 13 products every day, containing 114 unique ingredients a day? The largest sources of ingredient exposures are body care, skin care, and cosmetics. Kaitlyn Schneider is the founder and head of innovation of Aeston West. This newly launched luxury skincare brand uses clean, high-performance ingredients that are sustainably crafted in the USA! Her early experience at Tata Harper deepened her understanding of how chemistry and sustainability intersect in modern skincare. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Kaitlyn went about creating a brand when considering wellness and clean, effective ingredients in the products How the beauty industry has evolved its perspective on clean beauty in relation to what we have in our homes How Aeston West is making clean beauty and clean living less expensive and more achievable How to make healthy skincare and healthy living more of the norm and less of a luxury Key considerations in skin health è You can learn more about Aeston West's 3-step clean skincare routine at https://aestonwest.com/.  è Find the link to her site in the show notes at HealthyHomeHacks.com. Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!  

Millions of Americans have parasites and don't know it. But the beauty treatments they're getting—Botox, fillers, even breast implants—could be making everything worse. We're exposing BII—Breast Implant Illness—and the hidden dangers your doctor isn't telling you about. Plus, how everyday toxins and heavy metals from skincare to drinking water are feeding the parasites, bacteria, and fungi already living inside you. In this episode, we're revealing the #1 mistake people make when cleansing their bodies and what you can do right now to protect yourself and your family. Our guest, Shelley Blankinship is a holistic nutritionist who helps clients reverse and prevent chronic disease through detox, nutrition, and lifestyle change. After a surprising cancer diagnosis when her children were just babies, Shelley discovered that many everyday products in her pantry, medicine cabinet, and cleaning closet were filled with toxic - yet legal - chemicals and toxins.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    Shelley reveals her cancer diagnosis 13 years ago, and whether she had a family history of cancer 2.    Why is opening the detox pathways before cleansing essential 3.    The dangers of Botox that most women are completely unaware of 4.    The connection of cosmetic injections to parasites, fungi, and bacteria in our bodies 5.    What BII, Breast Implant Illness, is and why more women are opting for explants 6.    What listeners can do right now to boost their immune system and still look and feel good naturally, without increasing their body burden and toxic load è You can learn more about Shelley's offerings or book a call at https://www.shelleybholisticnutrition.com.  è Find the link to her site in the show notes at HealthyHomeHacks.com. Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!  

In this episode, we're exploring aromatherapy - something that's getting serious scientific attention. When we inhale essential oils, scent molecules travel directly to our brain's emotional center, creating real neurochemical changes. The research is compelling. Johns Hopkins found that certain essential oils can kill Lyme bacteria better than antibiotics. And lavender has particularly strong evidence - multiple studies show that it genuinely improves sleep quality by increasing restorative delta brain waves. The Veterans Health Administration reviewed 26 systematic studies and found moderate evidence that aromatherapy helps with pain, sleep quality, and stress management.  That's why we're excited to welcome Amy Jump-Long. Amy is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Clinical Aromatherapist with 15 years of experience. She is the founder of the aromatherapy and wellness business, ReNurture Therapy, and the co-author of Scripture Scents: Essential Oils in the Bible, a book that explores the biblical roots and spiritual significance of essential oils.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    How essential oils can help with anxiety and depression 2.    Myths that people believe re: essential oils 3.    How to spot the fakes 4.    Do's and don'ts when it comes to using essential oils 5.    A few must-have essential oils or blends that can replace our medicine cabinet 6.    Amy's five favorite oils and why 7.    The oils that are mentioned in the bible   è You can learn more about Amy's work and shop her essential oil collection, head to at https://renurturetherapy.com/  è If you'd like to enter for a chance to win 4 x 5ml bottles of essential oil blends, head to @RonandLisa on Instagram to the first pinned post. Follow the instructions there and be sure to enter by September 5th, 2025. è As always, friends, you can find those show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/. As always, we appreciate you! Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!

Most people think non-ionizing EMF from phones and Wi-Fi is harmless. But the World Health Organization classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as a possible carcinogen in 2011. And a recent meta-analysis of over 100 studies found significant associations between long-term cell phone use and brain tumors. Yet most people carry these devices against their bodies all day. Today, we're answering: What does science say about EMF safety? What free protection strategies work? How do you spot real protection from marketing hype? And what does empowered living look like in our wireless world? Whether you're a concerned parent, a screen-heavy professional, or just questioning all this radiation around us, this episode is for you. Our guest is back for an encore! If you remember back, we had him on the Healthy Home Hacks episode 56: Wireless Wakeup Call: Tips to Protect Yourself. R. Blank is a technologist, entrepreneur, and internationally recognized expert on EMF health and safety. He is the CEO of Shield Your Body (SYB), the world's largest store for science-backed EMF protection products. He's the host of the Healthier Tech Podcast, co-authored the best-selling book Overpowered, and more recently released Empowered—a practical guide to living safely with technology.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    What makes Empowered different from other EMF-related books 2.    Most people assume non-ionizing EMF—like from phones and Wi-Fi is safe. What the science actually says 3.    Some of the most impactful changes people can make today to reduce EMF exposure—without spending a dime 4.    How consumers can separate real protection from marketing hype 5.    What "living empowered" looks like in a wireless world   àFriends, to learn more about Shield Your Body and shop for EMF protection tools, head to https://www.shieldyourbody.com/ àTo grab a copy of R. Blank's new book, Empowered, visit https://www.shieldyourbody.com/empowered  àAs always, be sure to head to https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/ for all of the links and show notes. As always, we appreciate you subscribing to the Healthy Home Hacks podcast and leaving a review. Five stars are always appreciated if you find our show useful or just plain entertaining. Until next time – stay healthy!   FOLLOW RON AND LISA: RonandLisa on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ronandlisa/ RonandLisa on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ron_lisa RonandLisa Website https://ronandlisa.com/ RonandLisa Healthy Living Store https://shop.ronandlisa.com/

Welcome to Clean Label Chronicles! Something BIG is happening in the food world that's going to change what's on your grocery store shelves forever. When giants like Kraft Heinz, General Mills, and Nestlé all announce they're ditching artificial petroleum-based dyes, this isn't just a trend – it's a seismic shift that's about to ripple through every aisle of your supermarket. Our guest is the Director of Product, Label & Ingredient Reviews for Registrar Corp – a regulatory compliance powerhouse. She shares the inside scoop on what this means from manufacturing and regulatory boardrooms to your dinner plate. So, whether you're a conscious consumer, a business owner trying to navigate these changes, or just someone passionate about keeping their family healthy, you're in the right place. Anna Benevente, holds a BS degree in Biology. As the Director of Product, Labeling, and Ingredient Review at Registrar Corp, she has been assisting companies with U.S. FDA regulations since 2009.   KEY TAKEAWAYS The key labeling changes that companies like Nestlé and Kraft Heinz will need to make when removing artificial dyes from their products How the removal of artificial dyes affects the ingredient review process, and what the most common challenges manufacturers face during reformulation The compliance or documentation requirements that become more complex for companies switching from artificial to natural colorants The ripple effects this trend will have on smaller manufacturers and private labels in terms of keeping up with clean-label demands How international labeling regulations complicate reformulation efforts for global brands moving away from synthetic dyes Whether this industry shift signals a long-term transformation in consumer expectations and regulatory standards, or plateaus like past food trends àAs always, be sure to head to https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/ for all of the links and show notes. As always, we appreciate you subscribing to the Healthy Home Hacks podcast and leaving a review. Five stars are always appreciated if you find our show useful or just plain entertaining. Until next time – stay healthy!   FOLLOW RON AND LISA: RonandLisa on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ronandlisa/ RonandLisa on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ron_lisa RonandLisa Website https://ronandlisa.com/ RonandLisa Healthy Living Store https://shop.ronandlisa.com/

The truth is, real wellness doesn't come from food, programs, or pills. It begins with... If you want to know the answer, tune in, because our special guest reveals what that is, and dives into the fluoride controversy and brain health, explaining what you NEED to know when it comes to oral health. Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is an author, speaker, teacher, biologic/holistic dentist, and health and wellness provider, and author of Living Well with Dr. Michelle: A Comprehensive Handbook for Optimal Health and Unlimited Energy. After practicing traditional dentistry for 10 years, Michelle became very sick. Through her path to return to health, she discovered she had mercury poisoning from drilling out mercury fillings for her patients.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    Why most people feel exhausted and run down, even when they try to be healthy 2.    Dr. Michelle's journey of mercury toxicity and hidden dangers in dentistry 3.    The fluoride controversy and how it affects brain health 4.    Fears, misconceptions, and the truth about fluoride 5.    How to protect your teeth if fluoride is removed from the water 6.    What Hydroxyapatite toothpaste is, and if Dr. Michelle recommends it 7.    Why medicine is just a band-aid 8.    Why our symptoms are not the enemy 9.    The oxygen connection to inflammation is, and what can our mouth tell us about our health 10.    One thing someone can do TODAY to start getting their energy back 11.    What the Cell Well Model is àFriends, to learn more about Living Well with Dr. Michelle, head over to https://livingwellwithdrmichelle.com/ àTo grab a copy of Dr. Michelle's new book, visit https://livingwellwithdrmichelle.com/op/book-preorder-page/  àAs always, be sure to head to https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/ for all of the links and show notes. As always, we appreciate you subscribing to the Healthy Home Hacks podcast and leaving a review. Five stars are always appreciated if you find our show useful or just plain entertaining. Until next time – stay healthy!

Today we're talking about something toxic hiding right under your nose… inside the walls in your home, in fact. The nasty pink fiberglass insulation contains formaldehyde and binding agents that release harmful VOCs into your home for years. Those tiny glass fibers can become airborne, causing respiratory issues, skin rashes, and eye irritation. Studies link long-term exposure to fiberglass to serious health conditions. But what if there's a better alternative that's been around for thousands of years? Something that won't harm you, your family, or the planet. A material that naturally regulates moisture, reduces noise, resists fire, and actually helps clean your indoor air. We explore why wool insulation is superior for homes and commercial buildings. Joining us is Andrew W. Legge, founder of Havelock Wool, who's passionate about New Zealand wool and creating positive change in the building industry.   KEY TAKEAWAYS What homeowners must consider when choosing healthy insulation The main different insulation products Common toxic materials found in conventional insulation How insulation materials affect indoor air quality and occupant health The sustainable and non-toxic insulation options available Differences in the installation process with wool Why wool has been growing in popularity as an insulation material How poor air quality can contribute to mental fatigue or other cognitive issues The short-term and long-term benefits of healthier building materials Misconceptions homeowners have about "green" or sustainable materials when it comes to insulation What homeowners or renovators should look for when choosing healthy materials àFriends, to learn more about the incredible benefits of wool insulation, head over to https://havelockwool.com! àAs always, be sure to head to HealthyHomeHacks.com for all of the links and show notes. As always, we appreciate you subscribing to the Healthy Home Hacks podcast and leaving a review. Five stars are always appreciated if you find our show useful or just plain entertaining. Until next time – stay healthy!

Is your family dying for color? We're diving into the world of RED dyes in our food supply. Did you know that Red Dye #3 has been linked to cancer in lab rats? And while there was a recent FDA ban on Red Dye #3, manufacturers have until January 2027 to eliminate it—and drug manufacturers have until 2028! That's years of continued exposure. And then there's Red Dye #40 or FD&C Red No. 40, a synthetic dye made from petroleum! And it's everywhere: dairy, sweets, cereal, juice, soda, and even cosmetics. The FDA approved it back in 1971, but it's been linked to hyperactivity in children, ADHD, and allergic reactions. Our guest, Amy Elohim, is a Board-Certified Functional Health Practitioner and founder of Restored Identity. She helps others reclaim their health through natural remedies, functional medicine, and spiritual restoration. Amy is the author of Back to the Herbal Basics and hosts her own podcast. She is with us to discuss the impact of artificial dyes on our health.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 1    How artificial dyes have been linked to behavioral issues, hyperactivity, and attention disorders in children 2    The long-term health benefits of reducing exposure to synthetic chemicals 3    The shift toward natural alternatives (beet juice, turmeric, spirulina) and what this means for everyday food choices 4    Practical tips for families navigating this transition when their kids are not having it and want what their friends are eating 5    Tricky names used to hide food colorings on labels 6    How to detox the body from artificial colors 7    Healthy food swaps    è To learn more about Amy and her fabulous herbal solutions, visit www.restored-identity.com. è Please be sure to review our show (five stars are always appreciated) so we can continue to bring you excellent guests like Amy. Head over to www.healthyhomehacks.com for all of the links and show notes.

If you don't invest in your wellness, you'll be forced to invest in your sickness. Our guest today has been assisting people on their healing journey since 1988 at his Transformational Healing Universe in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. His Los Angeles center has 10 cutting edge systems (some that are exclusive to him) proven to heal. He's here to share some of the biohacking modalities he knows can heal chronic conditions. Dr. Har Hari Khalsa focuses on a holistic approach to patient wellness and longevity. With 36 years of treating A-list celebrities and athletes as a pioneer in holistic care, he leverages the best of healing technology, offering a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Dr. Har Hari previously studied under Yogi Bhajan®, a master of Kundalini yoga. Through his studies, he gained wisdom and invaluable personal experience in yogic healing for himself and others. Dr. Har Hari earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Colorado, Boulder. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Dr. Har Hari got started Several cutting-edge systems (some exclusive to Dr. Har Hari) that are proven to heal The best healing technologies People whom Dr. Har Hari treats The ailments treated at Transformational Healing Universe The biohacking modalities that can heal chronic conditions  His advanced NASA-based system that can analyze and align the spine What most Westerners get wrong in their approach to healing Some of the biggest mistakes people make in terms of their health   è To learn more about Dr. Har Hari and his cutting-edge treatments, visit Transformational Healing Universe.  è For all of the links and show notes, visit HealthyHomeHacks.

According to recent research, we're each consuming about twelve plastic shopping bags worth of microplastics every single year! The World Wildlife Fund even discovered that we're eating roughly a credit card's worth of plastic every week. Eeek! Microplastics are not just in our food, they're everywhere; in our water, the air we breathe, our clothes, cosmetics and more.  Scientists have identified over 3,600 different chemicals from food packaging and storage containers in human blood samples. We're talking about forever chemicals (PFAS), carcinogens, and hormone disruptors.  In this episode, we're joined by special guest Teri Lynn, the Resident Health Coach at Human Consciousness Support and Certified Holistic Health Consultant. Teri Lynn breaks down exactly what we can do about this plastic assault on our bodies. This is one episode you won't want to miss. KEY TAKEAWAYS How microplastics infiltrate our bodies The potential risks to long-term health from microplastics How we can minimize the impact of microplastic exposure How to detoxify from microplastics Everyday tips or simple, actionable steps that people can take to reduce their exposure to microplastics, from food choices to household products Practical, holistic approaches to boosting overall health    è To learn more about Teri Lynn's work and the MasterPeace natural detox supplement that offers broad spectrum chelation to help detox your body, head to https://masterpeacebyhcs.com/?ref=28676 to learn more.   è If you'd like to order a kit to test your blood for the presence of microplastics, meet the World's First Microplastics Blood Test Kit, which is shipped straight to you. You'll be able to determine your body's microplastic levels and take steps toward reducing these and related illnesses. Use discount code 'ronandlisa' to save 10% off your order at https://plastictox.com/?coupon=RonandLisa   è For all of the links, head to: HealthyHomeHacks.com. Catch us on the next episode + get ready to up-level your health!

A Worried Mother Does Better Research Than The FBI? One such mother is our guest today, Polly Tommey; the mother of Billy Tommy and an executive producer of the recently released film, Vaxxed III a documentary by the people, for the people produced by Children's Health Defense Films, a division of the Children's Health Defense (CHD). Following an MMR vaccination at 13 months, Billy suffered seizures and was rushed to the hospital. Doctors advised the Tommey's that Billy was having a reaction to his MMR vaccination, but would recover. Instead, Billy struggled to reach developmental milestones thereafter and was diagnosed with Autism and requires care for the rest of his life. Tommey is a film producer, an author, founding Editor-in-Chief of the world's preeminent autism magazine, The Autism File, and the co-founder of the Autism Media Channel. Polly is an outspoken autism advocate and founder of the Autism Trust in the UK and US. Her life mission has been committed to warning parents of the documented side effects of vaccines. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Polly got started on a challenging path that turned her life upside down Caller and mother, Amy, shares her MMR vaccine-injured child's story What it was like to be on the road 8 months for Vaxxed ll: The People's Truth and Vaxxed lll: Authorized to Kill How Polly got professional medical and military personnel to share their personal Covid vaccine injury stories as well as the nurses who risked their careers talking about dangerous hospital mandates The biggest 'wins' for children's health that CHD enacted upon If you are a parent, healthcare professional, or a concerned citizen, 'Vaxxed III' offers an opportunity to engage with these critical issues and join a movement dedicated to transparency, accountability, and informed choice. CHD is offering free viewings of Vaxxed lll: Authorized to Kill on their website at: www.vaxxed3.org Please be sure to review our show (five stars are always appreciated) so we can continue to bring you excellent guests. Head over to www.healthyhomehacks.com for all of the links and show notes.

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've heard about the dangers of nonstick cookware containing PFAS – poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances; otherwise known as forever chemicals. They're called this because they take forever to break down and have been found in the body of virtually every person tested. PFAS is a group of chemicals used to make items stain, grease, and water-resistant. They can be found in coatings on cookware, stain-resistant treatment on carpets and clothing, microwave popcorn bags and fast-food wrappers, and waterproof and stain-repellent clothing. PFAS chemicals are even found in cosmetics. Our special guest, Jeff Leitman is the President and CEO of Killer Concepts, a product development and brand management company behind the Hell's Kitchen Hybrid cookware series.  KEY TAKEAWAYS 1.    The health risks of PFAS exposure 2.    Features that make Hell's Kitchen cookware better and safer than others 3.    Myths about cookware 4.    Things we should avoid when cooking 5.    How to avoid getting greenwashed by product package labeling on cookware that claims to be free of PFAS chemicals --> You can learn more about Jeff and the Hell's Kitchen PFAS-free, nonstick, hybrid cookware at www.HellsKitchenStore.com --> Head over to www.healthyhomehacks.com for all of the links and show notes. See you on the next episode.