Autoimmune disease doesn’t have to be your destiny.
In this eye-opening interview, Dr. David Bilstrom reveals how gut health, hidden infections, and epigenetics determine whether autoimmune illness ever takes hold — and what you can do now to stop it before it starts.
Dr. Bilstrom’s work challenges what most doctors believe about chronic disease, showing how prevention (not just management) begins with the gut-to-gene connection — and how your daily choices can influence health across generations.
Watch to discover:• The early warning signs that predict autoimmune issues before symptoms appear• What epigenetics really means for your health — and your children’s• Why healing the gut may be the most powerful prevention strategy
#AutoimmuneDisease #GutHealth #Epigenetics #DrDavidBilstrom #greenlivingnow
I’m Amy Todisco Hartshorn—green living mentor, upcoming TEDx speaker, organic farmer and your guide to building a nontoxic life that actually works in the real world.
We don’t chase perfection—we wake up and get active making positive change. Expect simple, science-aware steps, smart swaps, and systems that stick.
From pantry to garden, products to pets, and healing tools to daily habits, we question what’s “normal,” clear the noise, and choose what enters our homes, kitchens, and bodies—eyes open.
What you’ll find here:
Clean eating and real-world label literacy • non-toxic home upgrades (air, water, materials, cleaning, safer beauty/body) • organic gardening (backyard to containers) • plastic-free, low-waste living • holistic healing tools (Lifewave patches, red light & laser therapy, acupuncture, targeted herbs, brain-entrainment tools) • non-toxic pet care • and conversations with chefs, farmers, green-living experts, holistic healers—and everyday rebels who turned “no answers” into healing.
Start Here —
Free Resources:
👉 The Conscious Woman’s Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin-Free Home & Lifestylehttps://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189eBuild momentum with step-by-step trainings and practical support:
Clean Eating Mastery — decode labels, swap the worst offenders, and build a real-food rhythm that sticks. https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/courses/clean-eating-mastery-course
Create Your Non-Toxic Home — room-by-room upgrades for air, water, materials, cleaning, and safer beauty/body. https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/products/courses/non-toxic-eco-friendly-home-course-only
Organic Gardening Made Simple — soil basics, seasonal planning, and grow-anywhere skills. https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/products/courses/organic-gardening-made-simple
Grow Organic Food (Almost) Anywhere — containers, small plots, and low-space strategies. https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/products/courses/How-to-Grow-Organic-Food-Almost-AnywhereAnd, the Master Course, Green Living Essentials: https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/courses/GLEfoundations
Explore current offerings & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
About Amy:-
Upcoming TEDx speaker (topic: elegant, practical paths to living clean)
- Technical Editor, Green Living For Dummies (Wiley)- Household toxins educator for 30+ years: speaking, workshops, and on-farm learning in Vermont
- Organic farmer & community educator; featured in national media -Frequent podcast guest on wellness, sustainability, and toxin-free living
From our community:
“You continue to guide change that informs, heals, and empowers.”
• “Thank you for voicing what so many women feel but can’t always articulate.”
• “I’m in. 100% with you.”
Episode Resources:
Dr. David Bilstrom's website: https://drdavidbilstrom.com/
Disclaimer
The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for decisions about your health. Some links may be affiliate; using them supports the channel at no extra cost.
Green Living Now — home of The Elegant Rebellion
When you cook with gas, you’re literally bringing a fire into your home—and the byproducts stay in your air.
In this eye-opening episode of Green Living Now, architect Bill McClay (early pioneer in environmental and net-zero design) breaks down what’s quietly harming our health indoors—and how to fix it without blowing your budget.
What you’ll learn • Why gas stoves and “tight” homes can spike indoor pollutants (NO₂, CO) • How insulation + air-sealing beat trendy “green” materials for real health gains • Net-zero basics: heat pumps, HRV/ERV, and solar (even in cloudy climates) • Induction vs. gas: chef-level control and cleaner indoor air • Smart reno strategy: smaller, better, and cash-flow positive from day one
Chapters
00:00 The Hidden Dangers of Cooking with Gas
00:39 Introduction to Green Living Now Podcast
00:54 Meet Bill McClay: Pioneer in Environmental Architecture
01:51 Early Innovations in Co-Housing and Solar Design
03:44 Advancements in Insulation and Air Movement
05:13 Net Zero Building and Renewable Energy
06:29 Financial Benefits of Energy Conservation
08:45 Solar Energy Myths and Realities
13:34 Building for Comfort and Health
19:54 Seasonal Benefits of Sunlight in Homes
20:22 Importance of Heat Recovery Ventilation
20:58 Building Strategies for Different Climates
22:49 Insulation and Energy Efficiency Tips
24:16 Environmental Impact of Insulation Materials
27:30 Designing Smaller, Efficient Homes
29:33 Site Considerations for Building in Vermont
31:37 Health Risks of Gas Appliances
33:09 Induction vs. Gas Stoves
34:45 Safety Concerns with Exhaust Fans and Boilers
36:53 Concluding Thoughts on Green Architecture
Bill Maclay's website, where you can find his book: https://www.maclayarchitects.com/team-bill-maclay.php
I’m Amy Todisco Hartshorn—green living mentor, upcoming TEDx speaker, and your guide to building a nontoxic life that actually works in the real world. We don’t chase perfection—we wake up and get active making positive change.
Expect simple, science-aware steps, smart swaps, and systems that stick. From pantry to garden, products to pets, and healing tools to daily habits, we question what’s “normal,” clear the noise, and choose what enters our homes, kitchens, and bodies—eyes open.
What you’ll find here:
Clean eating and real-world label literacy • non-toxic home upgrades (air, water, materials, cleaning, safer beauty/body) • organic gardening (backyard to containers) • plastic-free, low-waste living • holistic healing tools (Lifewave patches, red light & laser therapy, acupuncture, targeted herbs, brain-entrainment tools) • non-toxic pet care • and conversations with chefs, farmers, green-living experts, holistic healers—and everyday rebels who turned “no answers” into healing.
Start Here — Free Resources:
👉 The Conscious Woman’s Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin-Free Home & Lifestylehttps://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e
Explore current offerings & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amytodisco/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco
About Amy:- Upcoming TEDx speaker (topic: elegant, practical paths to living clean)- Technical Editor, Green Living For Dummies (Wiley)- Household toxins educator for 30+ years: speaking, workshops, and on-farm learning in Vermont- Organic farmer & community educator; featured in national media -Frequent podcast guest on wellness, sustainability, and toxin-free living
DisclaimerThe views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for decisions about your health. Some links may be affiliate; using them supports the channel at no extra cost.
Green Living Now — home of The Elegant Rebellion
In this Green Living Now episode, Amy Hartshorn talks with Cathy Nesbitt about two unexpected tools for healing the planet—and ourselves.
What begins as a story about managing household waste turns into a lesson on joy, resilience, and how both worms and laughter can turn what’s heavy into renewal.
You’ll hear: • How a garbage crisis led to a surprising green-living solution • Why worms reveal more about wellness than we think • The science behind laughter yoga and stress relief • How joy and compost share the same secret: transformation
Join Cathy’s free Laughter Club: https://www.cathysclub.com
Step into the Elegant Rebellion Circle: https://www.greenlivingnow.com/circle
Subscribe for more episodes of Green Living Now with Amy Hartshorn
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:14 The Garbage Crisis and Vermicomposting Solution
03:18 Indoor Composting Challenges and Solutions
06:33 Setting Up Your Indoor Worm Bin
12:13 The Impact of Chemicals on Worms
15:11 From Worms to Laughter Yoga
22:08 The Struggles of a Laughter Club
22:36 Discovering Laughter Yoga
23:03 The Origins of Laughter Yoga
23:45 How Laughter Yoga Works
25:27 Daily Laughter Practice
25:47 The Science Behind Laughter
26:57 Managing Stress with Laughter
30:50 Personal Benefits of Laughter Yoga
31:43 Laughter Yoga in Relationships
33:03 Creative Laughter Sessions
36:38 Simple Techniques for Joy
40:15 Corporate Laughter Programs
41:33 Conclusion and Joining the Laughter Club
Disclaimer The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
Always consult your healthcare provider for decisions about your health. Some links may be affiliate; using them supports the channel at no extra cost.
I’m Amy Todisco Hartshorn—organic farmer, upcoming TEDx speaker, and your guide to building a nontoxic life that actually works in the real world.
We don’t chase perfection—we wake up and get active making positive change. Expect simple, science-aware steps, smart swaps, and systems that stick.
From pantry to garden, products to pets, and healing tools to daily habits, we question what’s “normal,” clear the noise, and choose what enters our homes, kitchens, and bodies—eyes open
.What you’ll find here:
Clean eating and real-world label literacy • non-toxic home upgrades (air, water, materials, cleaning, safer beauty/body) • organic gardening (backyard to containers) • plastic-free, low-waste living • holistic healing tools (Lifewave patches, red light & laser therapy, acupuncture, targeted herbs, brain-entrainment tools) • non-toxic pet care • and conversations with chefs, farmers, green-living experts, holistic healers—and everyday rebels who turned “no answers” into healing.
Explore current offerings & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
Free 20-min Green Living Strategy Call (limited slots):https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-minute-unlock-your-toxin-free-life-strategy-call
Listen & Connect
🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amytodisco/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco
About Amy:
- Upcoming TEDx speaker
- Technical Editor, Green Living For Dummies (Wiley)
- Household toxins educator for 30+ years: speaking, workshops, and on-farm learning in Vermont
- Organic farmer & community educator; featured in national media
-Frequent podcast guest on wellness, sustainability, and toxin-free living
From our community:
“You continue to guide change that informs, heals, and empowers.”
• “Thank you for voicing what so many women feel but can’t always articulate.”
• “I’m in. 100% with you.”
Green Living Now — home of The Elegant Rebellion
Can food and lifestyle really improve your eyesight?
Dr. Edward Kondrot says yes — and he’s not just any holistic physician. He’s a board-certified ophthalmologist and surgeon who integrates nutrition, homeopathy, and microcurrent therapy to restore eye health naturally.
In this interview with green living expert, Amy Hartshorn, Dr. Kondrot explains how diet, stress, hydration, and emotional balance affect your vision more than most people realize.
He shares why vitamin C deficiency is a hidden cause of cataracts, what makes macular degeneration a modern disease, and how seed oils, processed food, and chronic stress quietly damage our eyes over time.You’ll also hear his personal story of reversing severe asthma through homeopathy — a reminder that healing often starts when we treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.🕒
Episode Guide
00:00 Introduction & Background
00:52 Holistic Health and Nutrition
02:26 Gardening and Organic Living
07:06 What Your Eyes Reveal About Your Diet
09:07 Mission Work and Global Health10:20 Vitamin C, Cataracts, and Eye Health
16:28 Macular Degeneration and Diet
18:32 The Truth About Seed Oils (and the Popeye’s Surprise)
19:47 Colorful Foods for Colorful Vision
21:28 Stress, Menopause & Eye Health
23:14 Hydration, Earthing & Microcurrent Therapy
28:10 Homeopathy and Natural Eye Healing
31:10 The Gut–Eye Connection
34:35 Final Thoughts & Free Resources
Resources Mentioned
Free Book – Healing the Eye the Natural Way: https://kondrotbook.us
Free Eye Record Review: https://freeconsult.us
Daily Eye Health Tips (Substack): https://kondrot.com
🌿 You’ll Learn
How nutrition and vitamin C protect against cataracts and macular degeneration
The link between stress, gut health, and vision loss
Why homeopathy and microcurrent therapy can support natural healing
What foods to eat (and avoid) for better eyesight after 50
Join the new Elegant Rebellion Circle: Join Circle — Green Living Now
Can music reach a part of us that even medicine can’t touch?Today’s guest, Lynn Noble, is a board-certified music therapist and yoga therapist who has witnessed something extraordinary—moments where a single song creates a breakthrough no one saw coming.In this conversation, we explore:✅ The neuroscience of music therapy and why hospitals are now using rhythm to retrain the brain after stroke✅ How music is processed globally in the brain, and what that means for dementia, trauma, and memory✅ The difference between yoga class and yoga therapy—and why one works deeply with the nervous system✅ A real-time walkthrough of using yoga therapy to shift anxiety in the body✅ How ancient healing practices and modern science are finally meeting in clinical spaces✅ A personal story about growing up with spiritual elders and learning to face difficult emotions without fearThis episode is for anyone who senses there is more to healing than prescriptions and protocols—and wants to understand how rhythm, breath, and presence can open unexpected doors.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:08 Lynn's Multifaceted Career00:52 Journey into Music and Yoga Therapy03:18 Understanding Music Therapy05:25 The Power of Music in Healing18:42 Exploring Yoga Therapy25:36 Personal Stories and Reflections37:13 Conclusion and Contact InformationGreen Living Now — home of The Elegant RebellionI’m Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn—organic farmer, educator, and your guide to building a nontoxic life that actually works in the real world. We don’t chase perfection—we wake up and get active making positive change. Expect simple, science-aware steps, smart swaps, and systems that stick. What you’ll find here:Start Here — Free Resources:👉 The Conscious Woman’s Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin-Free Home & Lifestylehttps://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189eCourses & Ways to Work Together:Build momentum with step-by-step trainings and practical support:Clean Eating Mastery — decode labels, swap the worst offenders, and build a real-food rhythm that sticks.https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/courses/clean-eating-mastery-courseCreate Your Non-Toxic Home — room-by-room upgrades for air, water, materials, cleaning, and safer beauty/body.https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/products/courses/non-toxic-eco-friendly-home-course-onlyOrganic Gardening Made Simple — soil basics, seasonal planning, and grow-anywhere skills.https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/products/courses/organic-gardening-made-simpleExplore current offerings & coaching:https://www.greenlivingnow.comFree 20-min Green Living Strategy Call (limited slots):https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-minute-unlock-your-toxin-free-life-strategy-callListen & Connect🎧 Green Living Now (podcast):https://open.spotify.com/show/5aihD9vCR9wbstzWuPgoX4?si=i2BLaA_rScywCmsbGxE1Zg🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amytodisco/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todiscoAbout Amy:- Upcoming TEDx speaker - Technical Editor, Green Living for Dummies (Wiley)- Household toxins educator for 30+ years: speaking, workshops, and on-farm learning in Vermont- Organic farmer & community educator; featured in national media -Frequent podcast guest on wellness, sustainability, and toxin-free livingFrom our community: “You continue to guide change that informs, heals, and empowers.” • “Thank you for voicing what so many women feel but can’t always articulate.” • “I’m in. 100% with you.”Episode ResourcesLinks, studies, and tools mentioned in this episode:Lynn's website: https://soundrootswellness.com/DisclaimerThe views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for decisions about your health. Some links may be affiliate; using them supports the channel at no extra cost.
What if true change didn’t start with saving the planet—but with rediscovering wonder, reciprocity, and care right where you are?
In this episode of Green Living Now, ecological designer Kendra Hoffman shares how her Earth Care Compass helps us move beyond eco-anxiety, greenwashing, and overwhelm.
We talk about reclaiming childhood wonder, the power of a single “sit spot,” the hidden impact of glyphosate on waterways, and why the most effective change is often small, local, and reciprocal.
If you’ve been craving hope with a compass, this conversation will remind you that you already hold more power than you think.If you’ve been searching for authentic sustainability tips, guidance on reducing toxins at home, or a way to move beyond greenwashing, this conversation will give you hope, clarity, and direction.Subscribe for more on clean eating, regenerative food, sustainable living, and toxin-free health.Timestamps:
00:00 Empowering Local Action00:32 Introduction to Green Living Now01:37 Meet Kendra Hoffman03:03 Defining Earth Care04:21 The Earth Care Compass05:44 Practices for Deep Nature Connection10:09 Kendra's Journey into Earth Care15:55 Challenges and Misconceptions in Sustainable Living24:46 The Impact of Glyphosate on Waterways25:25 Conservation Practices and Glyphosate Use27:37 The War Mentality and Nature28:04 Personal Experiences with Nature32:24 Connecting with Nature to Inspire Change39:23 Practical Steps for Earth Care42:57 Final Thoughts and EncouragementDisclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.ABOUT KENDRAKendra Hoffman, founder of LadyBug EarthCare, helps people transform eco-anxiety into ecological awakening using her EarthCare Compass methodology. She proves that caring for the Earth is self-care—and a rewarding, sustainable career path.Get Kendra's Free Guide: 9 Signs You’re Having an Ecological Awakening: https://www.ladybugearthcare.com/nine-signsExplore the EarthCare Library: https://gln--ladybugearthcare.thrivecart.com/earth-care-library/AMY’S FREE TOOLS:The Conscious Woman’s Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin-Free Home & Lifestyle
Pantry Detox Quiz: Find hidden toxins in your everyday foodWORK WITH AMYCourses & Coaching: greenlivingnow.com: https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e📞 Free 20-min Strategy Call: https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/private-green-living-consultCONNECT:Instagram & LinkedIn: amytodisco | Facebook: /amy.d.todisco (profile is Amy Hartshorn now)Audio Podcast on Spotify: ABOUT AMYAmy (Todisco) Hartshorn, Green Living Mentor, organic farmer, speaker, and upcoming TEDx presenter, has helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles for over 30 years—so they can thrive in health and sustainability without overwhelm.
This episode is a classic from the Green Living Now archives—one of my most insightful conversations, worth revisiting.
What if healing isn’t just physical—but energetic, emotional, and deeply connected to nature?
In this episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, host Amy Todisco Hartshorn speaks with Akhil Kaplan, a Vermont-based board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist, about how Chinese medicine offers a whole-body approach to healing—often succeeding where conventional methods fall short.
You’ll hear:
Akhil’s personal healing journey from tennis injury to acupuncture
What makes acupuncture truly different from massage, reiki, or conventional treatments
How Chinese medicine views health, balance, and energy
Common conditions acupuncture treats—from pain to emotional imbalances
Surprising practices like bloodletting and how they work in modern acupuncture
How nature influences true healing and Akhil’s approach to holistic care
Whether you’re curious about acupuncture, exploring holistic health, or seeking new ways to support your well-being naturally, this episode offers valuable insights and grounded wisdom.
00:00 Introduction to the Green Living Now Podcast
00:15 Meet Akil Kaplan: From Tennis to Acupuncture
02:27 Discovering Chinese Medicine
04:11 Journey to Becoming an Acupuncturist
05:28 Challenges and Growth in Acupuncture School
08:59 Understanding Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
12:28 Comparing Acupuncture with Other Therapies
16:48 Common Conditions Treated with Acupuncture
19:35 Understanding Chinese Medicine
20:28 Safety and Interactions with Pharmaceuticals
21:15 Bloodletting and Other Techniques
23:13 Personal Journey and Practice
27:09 The Philosophy of Yin and Yang
32:33 Future Plans and Contact Information
35:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
To reach Akhil, go here: https://www.threemoonswellness.com/
Start Your Toxin-Free Lifestyle with Amy’s complimentary Conscious Woman's Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin Free Home & Lifestyle, https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e
Subscribe for weekly episodes that blend green living, holistic healing, and conscious choices for a healthier planet:
@greenlivingnow
#acupuncture #chinesemedicine #naturalhealing #holistichealth #painrelief #akhilkaplan #greenlivingnowpodcast
Can lasers really melt fat and heal pain?
In this episode of Green Living Now, Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn talks with Joseph “Z” Zapolsky from Erchonia about a new kind of laser that may surprise you.
These FDA-cleared lasers don’t burn or cut. Instead, they use light to help the body heal itself.
✨ In this episode you’ll learn:
• How lasers give your cells more energy to repair and heal
• Why doctors use them for pain, inflammation, and recovery
• The difference between red light therapy and real lasers
• How some people lost fat without changing diet or exercise • Why these treatments are safe, painless, and non-invasive
• Real stories from athletes, patients, and even celebrities like Bon Jovi
💡 If you want natural ways to feel better, reduce pain, or stay healthy without drugs or surgery, this conversation is for you.
🔗 Learn more about Erchonia: https://erchonia.com
🔗 Find a provider near you: https://erchonia.com/find-a-provider
Grab your 10% Discount on the Erchonia products here: https://forms.gle/WUKdRkuMfqBemFdV9
💚 Subscribe for more clean living and holistic health tips: / @greenlivingnow #FatLoss #PainRelief #LaserTherapy #AlternativeHealth #GreenLivingNow
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:39 Joe's Journey with Erchonia Corporation
01:59 Founders' Story and Early Innovations
05:02 Manufacturing and Technological Advancements
05:48 Understanding Non-Thermal Laser Technology
08:36 Clinical Applications and Studies
12:06 Accessing Treatments and Insurance Coverage
20:00 Non-Invasive Fat Loss and Acne Treatments
24:20 Antibacterial and Antimicrobial Laser Properties
24:48 Celebrity Endorsements and Success Stories
26:30 Medical Applications and Off-Label Uses
28:22 Expanding into Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine
30:53 Neurodegenerative Disorders and Personal Stories
33:32 Fat Loss Technology and Its Effectiveness
35:00 Practical Information and Provider Details
44:28 Educational Resources and Final Thoughts
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
RESOURCES & FREE GIFTS
Start living cleaner today with these free resources:
👉 Your 5-Steps to Ditch Everyday Toxins Without the Overwhelm
Simple shifts to detox your home, food & lifestyle
https://greenlivingnow.kit.com/8fc40c...
👉 How Toxic Is Your Pantry? Quiz
Find hidden toxins in your everyday food—and what to swap
https://greenlivingnow.kit.com/04acf3...
🌿 WORK WITH ME
Explore my online courses & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
Book a free 20-minute Green Living Strategy Call:
🔗https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-m..
CONNECT WITH ME
Instagram: / amytodisco
LinkedIn: / amytodisco
Facebook: / amy.d.todisco
🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5aihD9v...
📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What if you lived with Crohn’s disease for 50 years—constant pain, endless surgeries, and no real answers from doctors—only to finally discover the keys to healing naturally?
That’s the story of Dr. Dennis. After decades of chronic illness, he found a path that combined holistic nutrition, self-hypnosis for pain management, and regenerative medicine tools like stem cell reactivation patches and light energy water.
Today, in his 70s, he’s thriving with more energy and clarity than ever.
In this inspiring episode of Green Living Now, you’ll discover:
✨ How “tough love” nutrition guidance helped Dennis reset his gut health
✨ The power of self-hypnosis for healing and pain relief (including during a 6-hour surgery with no anesthesia)
✨ The science of stem cell reactivation and how it supports natural healing
✨ Why clean living and non-toxic choices are essential for long-term health
✨ How Dennis went from surviving on 50% energy to thriving in his 70s
This isn’t about a miracle pill. It’s about natural healing, the mind-body connection, and breakthrough wellness tools that awaken your body’s ability to restore itself.
🌿 If you’ve ever wondered whether healing Crohn’s—or any chronic illness—is possible after years of struggle, this conversation will open your eyes.
👉 If you’d like to connect with Dennis and me for a free 20-minute chat, email me at: amy@greenlivingnow.com
00:00 Welcome Back, Dr. D!
00:31 A Lifetime of Struggle with Crohn's Disease
02:00 The Turning Point: Meeting the Nutritionist
03:26 Discovering Hypnosis and Self-Healing
04:57 The Twin Connection and Spiritual Bond
06:07 The Three Brains: Gut, Brain, and Cardiovascular
06:45 Sanitation Expertise and COVID-19
07:29 Managing Chronic Illness and Embarrassment
11:44 The Role of Hypnosis in Pain Management
12:57 Remarkable Surgery Experience with Self-Hypnosis
18:27 Rapid Recovery and Stem Cell Reactivation
20:48 Personal Health Routine
21:13 Understanding Stem Cell Reactivation
21:41 The Science Behind the Patches
24:14 Introducing Cellularize Supplement
25:53 Revolutionary Light Energy Water
27:55 The Future of Medicine and Technology
35:46 Financial Freedom with Lifewave
37:35 Conclusion and Contact Information
What did you think of Dennis’s story? Could you imagine living with Crohn’s for 50 years and then finally finding a path to healing?
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs hope and real solutions.
#CrohnsHealing #NaturalHealing #GutHealth #MindBodyConnection #StemCellReactivation #HolisticHealth #WellnessOver50
What if the plants around you held generations of wisdom, healing, and connection?
In this fascinating episode, I sit down with Aleya—an ethnobotanist, land steward, farmer, and author—to explore the world where science, tradition, and spirituality meet.
From farming in Baltimore to stewarding rainforest land in Trinidad, Aleya blends a background in neurophysiology and research with Caribbean herbalism passed down through her grandmother (who’s nearly 97!)
You’ll hear about:
🍃 Healing plants and their everyday uses—like aloe, prickly pear, and Guinea hen weed
🌱 The role of ritual, intention, and intuition in plant medicine
🌎 How elders pass down knowledge that connects us to land, health, and ancestry
🍫 The bean-to-bar cacao journey at her family’s cocoa estate in Trinidad
📖 Insights from her new book, weaving together science, storytelling, and herbal wisdom.
Whether you’re curious about natural healing, fascinated by plant traditions, or dreaming of visiting a cacao farm in the Caribbean, this conversation will open your eyes to the living medicine all around us.
00:00 Introduction and Childhood Memories
00:29 Meet Aleya: Ethnobotanist and Land Steward
02:00 Aleya's Educational Journey
03:21 Grandmother's Wisdom and Herbal Remedies
06:37 The Importance of Herbal Medicine
13:16 Intuitive Connection with Plants
15:31 Exploring Aleya's Property and Experiences
17:05 Exploring the Herb Garden Vision
17:27 Favorite Medicinal Herbs
20:42 The Wonders of Aloe
21:45 Cacao Ceremonies and Chocolate Production
25:40 Understanding Herbal Medicine
26:52 Insights from the Book
28:33 Cherished Herbal Stories
30:13 Connecting with the Author
For Amy's 12 Week Clean Mastery Program go here: https://greenlivingnow.thinkific.com/...
Check out Amy's website for free resources: https://www.greenlivingnow.com/
👉 Learn more about Aleya:
Website: caribbeanherbalism.com
Instagram: @naturaleya
Cacao Experiences: @panoramacacao
📖 Her book is available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your local bookstore (distributed by Simon & Schuster).
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not replace guidance from your own healthcare provider.
Always consult with a qualified professional before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, or health practices. The views expressed are those of the guest and host and do not substitute for personalized medical or legal advice
Most of us do our best to keep our pets healthy — but what if there are hidden dangers in their daily lives that we’ve completely overlooked?
In this episode, I sit down with Toni Shelaske, a holistic pet wellness expert with over 25 years in the field, to uncover surprising truths about what really keeps dogs and cats healthy (and what quietly makes them sick).
From raw feeding and supplements to vaccines, lifestyle, and even a hidden environmental risk I had never thought of before — this conversation may change the way you care for your pets forever.
What we cover:
-Why raw and fresh food diets make such a difference
-The myth that kibble cleans teeth (and what it actually does)
-Supplements, herbs, and holistic approaches before meds
-The truth about over-vaccination and titers
-Why pet lifespans are actually shortening — and what we can do
-The surprising, everyday exposure that could be harming your pets when you’re not home
Whether you’re a dog or cat parent, this episode will help you see your furry companions’ health in a whole new light.
👉 Tune in and discover what your pets wish you knew.#HolisticPetCare #PetWellness #RawFeeding #HealthyPets #GreenLivingNowPodcast
Timestamps:
Introduction & Pet Exposure to WiF
Podcast Welcome & Host Introduction
Hidden Dangers for Pets
Guest Introduction & Raw Feeding Story
Pet Store Journey & Lessons Learned
Holistic Pet Wellness & Final Thoughts
Outro & Program Invitation
27:55 – End
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
Guest Bio – Toni Shelaske
Toni Shelaske is a podcast host, seasoned entrepreneur, and holistic pet wellness expert. She’s the founder and former owner of Healthy Pet Products, Pittsburgh’s premier natural pet supply retailer, and now shares her expertise on her podcast Toni Unleashed.
She also serves on the boards of The Iezzie Fund (supporting pet parents with emergency medical costs) and IndiePet (advancing independent pet retailers).
Plus, Toni has created her own line of Pittsburgh-themed dog toys, blending hometown pride with her love of animals.
📌 Connect with Toni:
🎧 Podcast: Toni Unleashed (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)
📸 Instagram: @toni.unleashed (https://www.instagram.com/toni.unleas...)
📘 Facebook: Toni Unleashed ( / toniunleashed )
🌐 Website: toniunleashed.com (https://www.toniunleashed.com/)
What if the plants growing around you could transform your health, your kitchen, and even your outlook on life?
In this episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, I sit down with Heidi Schmidt—an experienced herbalist, naturalist, and herbal librarian—who has spent decades cultivating a deep relationship with plants.
From her early days at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary and Chicama Vineyards to running an organic nursery on Martha’s Vineyard, Heidi’s journey is filled with lessons on healing, sustainability, and living in harmony with nature.
Our conversation flows from inside Heidi’s herb- and apothecary-filled home to out in the garden among the living plants themselves—bringing her wisdom to life in the spaces where she works and teaches every day.
You’ll discover:
🌿 Why connecting with plants goes beyond medicine—it’s a way of life
🌿 How to make herbal remedies affordable and accessible in your own home🌿 The healing properties of nettles, borage, rosemary, motherwort, and rose geranium
🌿 Tips for blending herbs safely alongside pharmaceuticals🌿 How herbs support not just our bodies, but also community and the environment
If you’ve ever wanted to deepen your understanding of herbal medicine—or you’re curious about simple remedies that actually work—this conversation will inspire you to see the natural world with fresh eyes.
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:55 Heidi's Herbal Journey
01:59 Starting the Herbal Shop
07:07 Teaching and Sharing Herbal Knowledge
10:05 From Vineyard to Vermont
15:44 Understanding Plants and Their Benefits
24:05 Effective Herbal Remedies for Common Ailments
25:04 Nettle: A Nutritional Powerhouse
27:56 Exploring Borage and Rosemary
31:27 Motherwort: The Nurturing Herb
33:12 Rose Geranium and Other Herbal Products
38:46 Guidance on Using Herbs with Pharmaceuticals
41:51 Workshops and Custom Herbal Blends
42:38 Conclusion and Contact Information
Ready to bring more green wisdom into your life?
Watch now, subscribe for more clean living insights, and share this with a friend who loves herbs.
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What if you could rewire your mind to break lifelong habits, reverse your biological age, and reclaim your vitality—without fad diets or endless willpower battles?
In this insightful episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, I sit down with Deepak Saini—a high-performance longevity coach who went from chronic illness, back pain, and being 100 pounds overweight… to living medication-free, biologically a decade younger, and coaching entrepreneurs worldwide to do the same.
We cover:
🌱 The unconscious-mind hack that instantly ended his peanut butter cravings (and how you can use it for any habit)
🌱How PRP therapy, anti-inflammatory nutrition, and targeted testing transformed his health
🌱 Why “inner game” work clears the real obstacles to lasting change
🌱 The truth about biological age—and how to reverse it
🌱 Practical clean-living upgrades for home, diet, and daily routine
Whether you’re a driven entrepreneur, a wellness-minded leader, or simply ready to age with energy and grace, this episode is packed with high-level insights and actionable steps.
00:00 Overcoming Peanut Butter Cravings
00:50 Introducing Deepak Saini: From Overweight to Biologically Younger
02:09 Deepak's Journey: From Corporate Life to Health Coaching
04:06 Healing Through Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes
06:45 The Role of Testing in Personal Health
12:07 Exploring PRP Treatments for Back Pain
15:51 Green Living Practices and Personal Choices
19:10 The Power of Inner Game and Hypnosis
21:08 Unconscious Mind and Timeline Therapy
21:28 Understanding Timeline Therapy
23:14 Procrastination and Motivation
25:13 Yearlong Vitality Unleash Program
26:05 Biological Age Testing
27:10 Personal Health Discoveries
30:38 Advice for Newcomers to Health Optimization
33:06 Importance of Movement and Sunlight
34:53 Free Resource and Final Thoughts
📌 Free Resource from Deepak: Download the 7 Healthy Habits Guide
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn, a Green Living Mentor, upcoming TEDx speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
Animal Communication Secrets: How Your Pets Reflect YOUR Energy
Description: Ever wonder why your dog stares at you… or why your cat acts up when you’re stressed?
In this Green Living Now Podcast, animal communicator Michelle reveals how our pets mirror our emotions — and how you can finally understand the messages they’re sending you.
Join Michelle and me as she shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming an intuitive animal communicator.
Discover:
• Why your pets reflect your energy (and what to do about it) • How to connect with animals on a sensory and heart-centered level
• Powerful stories of dogs, horses, and the lessons they teach us
• Practical tips for communicating with your own animal companions
If you’ve ever felt your pet was trying to tell you something, this episode will show you how to truly listen.
Have you ever noticed your pet reflecting your emotions — maybe acting anxious when you are, or calm when you’re centered?
Share your story below — I’d love to hear it.
Listen on your favorite app here: https://pod.link/1788201394
00:00 Introduction to Michelle and Her Journey
00:16 Early Life and Sensitivity to Energy
01:07 Transition to the U.S. and New Beginnings
01:55 Volunteering and Immersion in Animal Energy
02:31 Personal Challenges and Awakening
04:12 Discovering Animal Communication
09:25 Trusting Intuition and Moving to Florida
10:57 The Power of Being Present with Animals
14:01 Lessons from Horses and Personal Growth
18:51 Retreats and Working with Horses
19:51 A Profound Experience with Freedom
20:48 Understanding Animal Communication
21:23 Echo's Lesson on Body Language
23:13 Telepathic Connection with My Dog
25:00 Addressing Layla's Attachment Issues
28:23 Animals' Resilience and Role in Our Lives
30:39 Layla's Role in Green Living
35:21 Meditations and Contact Information
36:38 Final Thoughts and Big Picture Vision
Brief Bio for Michele Lowry:
Michele Lowry is an Animal Intuitive and Soul Expansion Facilitator with over 25 years of experience helping people connect deeply with their animal companions.
Her journey began after the tragic loss of her beloved dog Kobo, which awakened her intuitive gifts and set her on a path to give animals the voice they deserve.
Through her work with dogs, horses, and countless other animals, Michele guides people to understand the hidden messages their pets are sharing — and how tuning into these connections can bring healing, harmony, and transformation for both animals and humans.
Michele’s website: https://www.nikoenaturaltherapies.com/Her email: nikoetherapies@proton.me
Her meditations: Meditation Guided by Grackels | Nikoe Natural Therapies https://www.nikoenaturaltherapies.com/meditations/
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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ABOUT ME
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What if a simple light could help your body heal and shed unwanted weight—without side effects?
In this Green Living Now Podcast episode, Dr. Carl Rothschild reveals how red light therapy is changing the way doctors and wellness experts approach healing. From reducing chronic pain to supporting fat loss, boosting energy, and even helping pets recover, this breakthrough therapy is transforming lives.
What you’ll discover:✨ The science behind red light therapy and why mitochondria are the key to healing✨ Real patient success stories you need to hear✨ How advanced medical-grade devices are raising the bar for wellness✨ The truth about fat loss with red light therapy (and what makes it effective)✨ When you shouldn’t use it — and how to know if it’s right for you If you’re curious about natural, non-invasive ways to take control of your health, you won’t want to miss this episode.
00:00 Introduction to Red Light Therapy
01:24 Meet Dr. Carl Rothschild
01:46 Journey into Chiropractic and Light Therapy
03:59 Success Stories and Applications
06:52 Mechanisms and Benefits of Red Light Therapy
12:38 The Evolution of Light Therapy Devices
13:32 The Trifecta Light Bed
19:48 How to Access and Use the Trifecta Light Bed
29:22 The Importance of Long-Term Health
30:46 The High Cost of Illness
31:35 Sustainable Healthy Habits
32:16 Mechanisms of Red Light Therapy
33:41 Red Light Therapy for Eye and Mouth Health
35:34 Exploring Red Light Therapy for Various Conditions
39:21 Understanding Infrared and Red Light Therapy
41:37 Fat Loss and Red Light Therapy
44:21 Healing Benefits of Red Light Therapy
45:33 Mitochondria and Red Light Therapy
50:24 Practical Information and Contraindications
53:56 Red Light Therapy for Pets and Final Thoughts
Dr. Carl Rothschild has spent decades helping people reclaim their health, beginning as a compassionate chiropractor in Los Angeles and evolving into a pioneer of red light therapy. With a strong scientific foundation from Stony Brook University and a Doctorate from the Southern California University of Health Sciences, he went on to found LipoMelt Technologies and create the Trifecta Light Bed—bringing professional-grade healing to countless patients.
Grounded, humble, and deeply committed to bettering lives, Dr. Rothschild’s journey is a testament to innovation, dedication, and the transformative power of red light therapy.
Dr. Carl’s book: Amazon.com: Illuminated Healing: Unraveling the Mysteries of Light Therapy: https://www.amazon.com/Illuminated-Healing-Unraveling-Mysteries-Therapy/dp/B0C9GG2ZYV
To reach Dr. Carl: https://linktr.ee/trifectalightofficial
Special offer: if you order one of Dr. Carl’s Red Light Therapy beds, you’ll get $5K off if you use the coupon code GLN.
Just contact Dr. Rothschild and tell them that you heard him on the Green Living Now Podcast
.#red light therapy #red light therapy benefits #red light therapy for weight loss #red light therapy for pain
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What happens when a newlywed who can’t cook discovers the healing power of real food?
In this inspiring episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, host Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn chats with Randy Rolf, a former lawyer whose passion for health and cooking was sparked not in a courtroom—but in a bookstore.
With her legal research skills, Randy dove headfirst into the world of nutrition, testing recipes, studying food systems, and ultimately transforming her own life and thousands of others’.Today, she’s a gut health advocate, author, and teacher on a mission to bring people back to simple, wholesome, single-ingredient foods.
In this candid and practical conversation, Amy and Randy explore:
• Why most modern food is failing our health
• The surprising power of single-ingredient meals
• How cooking from scratch became a life’s calling
• Randy’s new book on gut health (and why it matters now more than ever)
• The deeper wisdom that connects food, community, and wellbeing
This isn’t about fads or deprivation—it’s about getting back to what works.
Whether you’re just learning to cook or want to heal your gut naturally, Randy’s story will inspire you to take the next step with confidence.
🔎 Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome + Randy’s backstory
00:49 Learning to cook from scratch
01:34 Her refreshing approach to healthy eating
03:17 What’s wrong with today’s diets
06:04 First steps she gives clients
10:24 The ethics of food sourcing
13:01 The Nearing influence
17:23 Gut health + new book preview
20:24 Why community is critical to healing
28:50 Final thoughts + upcoming workshops
👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more down-to-earth, empowering conversations about real food and green living.
#RealFood #GutHealth #CleanEating
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What would you do if you found out your recycling was a lie—and your kids would pay the price?
In this eye-opening episode of the Green Living Now podcast, we meet Jamie McKenzie, founder of Rise Up Refill, a trailblazing zero-waste refill shop in Waterbury, Vermont.
Jamie didn’t start out as a sustainability expert—in fact, she was a massage therapist who slowly uncovered the uncomfortable truth behind our plastic addiction, broken recycling systems, and toxic consumer culture.
Inside this conversation:
• The REAL reason recycling isn’t working
• What it really takes to go plastic-free (hint: it’s not just tote bags)
• How rewilding your backyard can save pollinators & biodiversity
• The 6 R’s that go beyond “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”
• Clothing swaps, community building, and launching a green biz from scratch
• Why Plastic-Free July might just change your life
Whether you're a sustainability newbie or a seasoned green living advocate, Jamie’s story offers both inspiration and practical tools to help you detox your home, body, and mindset—starting today.
▶️ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:33 Jamie’s backstory: from massage to zero waste
02:40 How to go plastic-free (without going broke)
06:18 The Rise of Rise Up Refill
10:37 Plastic’s hidden health impacts
13:49 Why recycling isn’t enough
18:32 The power of local initiatives
20:47 What is rewilding and why it matters
23:24 Starting a low-waste business
32:15 Take the Plastic-Free July challenge
33:53 Jamie’s message for changemakers
Ready to reclaim your power in a throwaway world? Watch now and join the refill revolution.#PlasticFree #ZeroWaste #GreenLiving #SustainableLiving #RiseUpRefill #PlasticFreeJuly #EnvironmentalPodcast #greenlivingnow
Jamie McKenzie is the founder of Rise Up Refill, a zero-waste refill shop in Waterbury, Vermont. Originally from Freeport, Maine, Jamie moved to Vermont in 2008, where she lives with her husband, three children, and a small pack of rescue animals.With a background in Fine Art and a decade-long career as a Certified Massage Therapist,
Jamie’s path took a turn in 2018 when she learned about the global recycling crisis. This sparked a personal mission to reduce single-use plastics and live a more sustainable, values-aligned lifestyle.
Through hands-on solutions like making her own products and shopping in bulk with reusable containers, Jamie discovered the empowerment that comes with low-waste living.
That journey inspired her to create a local alternative to online “eco” subscriptions—and in March 2025, she opened Rise Up Refill to serve her community with accessible, truly sustainable home and body essentials.
Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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📌 ABOUT AMY
I’m Amy Todisco Hartshorn, a Green Living Mentor, upcoming TEDx speaker, organic farmer, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
In 2003, Carol’s life took a terrifying turn—she developed extreme allergic reactions to nearly everything… food, water, even scents in the air.
Doctors gave her no answers.
No hope.
She was sent home to die.
But then something happened.
A mysterious message.
A forgotten natural remedy.
And a dramatic return to health that defied all odds.
In this mind-blowing episode, we dive into:
• A real-life story of radical healing and resilience
• The surprising natural protocol Carol credits for her recovery • How this one shift began to restore her health at the cellular level • The overlooked role of electrical charge in food
• Why this matters more than ever in today’s toxic world
What is seed milk therapy—and why have you never heard of it?
Why does creation-based healing go far beyond nutrition?
And what does blood analysis reveal about what’s really going on inside us?
This is more than a story—it’s a wake-up call.
Listen now and discover the missing link between nature and healing.
Chapters00:00 A Life-Threatening Allergy Crisis
01:23 Mysterious Symptoms and Hospitalization
02:24 A Miraculous Message and Alternative Healing
05:17 Discovering a Hidden Healing Secret
07:43 The Cellular Science They Never Taught You
14:01 A Simple Ritual That Changed Everything
24:31 The Turning Point: From Dying to Thriving
28:42 When Fragrance Becomes Dangerous
29:34 A Recovery Doctors Didn’t See Coming
30:31 What Blood Can Reveal About Your Health
35:53 The Quiet Power of Nature-Based Healing
41:52 Ancient Wisdom, Modern Healing
53:36 Take Your Power Back
Carol Wachniak is a visionary mentor, master connector, and Midwife of Dreams—known for helping purpose-driven people birth world-changing ideas, movements, and missions. With over 40 years of experience serving birthing families, Carol has guided more than 4,000 families and welcomed over 1,200 babies into the world through her three-generation family business, Doula Family.
She’s also the founder of a hands-on, heart-led doula certification program and the leader of LinkedIn’s largest birthing community.A global changemaker, Carol co-founded the Project Bula! Fiji Foundation, where she helped design a $60 million sustainable school campus for 10,000 students.
Whether she’s mentoring women, empowering birth workers, or equipping healers to make an impact, Carol’s life work is centered on one mission: helping others step into their divine calling and make a difference that lasts.
To reach Carol, please text her at: (224) 623-2171
Here’s the complimentary report she mentioned: REPORT Foods with Bioelectrical Benefits and Why Should We Eat Them:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:71286465-018f-4c8d-ac01-4b79982db1b8Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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👉 Your 5-Steps to Ditch Everyday Toxins Without the Overwhelm
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👉How Toxic Is Your PantryQuiz
Find hidden toxins in your everyday food—and what to swap
https://greenlivingnow.kit.com/04acf3b349
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Explore my online courses & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
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🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
📌 ABOUT AMY
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast. For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.
What if the secret to lasting energy, emotional balance, and self-healing wasn’t yoga or acupuncture—but something older, simpler, and done entirely by you?
In this unique experiential episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, green living mentor Amy Todisco interviews Dr. Greg Yuen—retired psychiatrist, Tai Chi master, and Do-Inself-massage expert—about an ancient, often-overlooked healing art that cultivates Qi (vital life force) through mindfulself-touch.
You’ll discover:
✅ What Do-In is—and why Dr. Yuen believes itsurpasses yoga, Tai Chi, and acupuncture for cultivating internalenergy
✅ A live demonstration of Do-Intechniques you can try right away
✅ How mindful self-massagecan help reduce anxiety, enhance circulation,and activate your body's healing power
✅ Why emotional trauma,energy stagnation, and modern stress require ancient solutions
✅How to access Dr. Yuen’s full Do-In workshop anddeepen your healing practice
Whether you're a wellness seeker, practitioner, or just curiousabout self-healing, this episode opens the door to a practice that’s accessible, effective, and profoundly rejuvenating.
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Greg Yuen
00:13 The Journey to Longevity and Immortality
00:50 Introduction to Do-In Mindful Massage
01:02 Medical Background and Tai Chi Experience
03:04 Macrobiotics and Do-In
04:09 Phases of Qi Cultivation
06:02 Benefits and Results of Do-In
09:23 Demonstration of Do-InTechniques
18:56 Key Points and Benefits of Acupressure
19:14 Understanding the Arm's Anatomy
19:44 Critique of Traditional Acupuncture
20:18 Do-In Mindful Self-Massage vs. Acupuncture
21:22 Managing Anxiety with Do-In
22:58 Practical Demonstration: Elbow and Arm Techniques
23:59 Upper Arm and Shoulder Techniques
27:17 Promoting Do-In Workshops and Resources
29:53 The Philosophy and Benefits of Do-In
34:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Who is Dr. Yuen?
When he was twelve years old and his grandmother died, Dr. Greg Yuen was thrown into his first confrontation with the prospect of death.
To deal with his fear of death, he launched onto a pursuit for longevity, a quest for the fountain of youth, a search for immortality. He became a physician, specialized in psychiatry, became a licensed massage therapist, and became a Tai Chi instructor.
Now after over 40 years of experience, spanning Western and Eastern approaches to health, he has concluded that Do-in Mindful Self-Massage is more fundamental than Tai Chi,Qigong, or yoga, in its ability to cultivate qi, the vital force in the body.
This practice can perform wonders to reduce stress, promote self-healing, control pain, enhance athletic performance, provide general health maintenance and lead to a longer and happier life.
Link to flyer for July 12 Do-in Workshop: Tell him Amy sent you.
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In this soul-stirring episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, Amy Todisco sits down with Cindy Olson, founder of the Natural Health Collaborative, who was raised with a rare and beautiful gift: earth-based wisdom passed down through generations.
Cindy shares:
• How eating flowers as a child shaped her connection to nature
• Why Bokashi composting could change how cities manage food waste
• What indigenous cultures understand about environmental balance
• The hidden costs of convenience — and what it’s really doing to our health
• How collaboration — not competition — is key to healing our world
💚 This conversation is more than a wake-up call — it’s a hopeful invitation.
Cindy offers insight, inspiration, and real steps we can take to create a healthier, more sustainable future—starting right where we are.
Tune in and reconnect with the wisdom that’s been waiting for us all along.
00:00 Introduction to Green Living Now Podcast
00:42 Meet Cindy Ann Olson: Embracing Ancient Wisdom
04:28 The Importance of Soil Health
07:44 Innovative Composting Techniques
12:00 The Natural Health Collaborative
18:26 The Impact of Consumerism on Health and Environment
20:44 A Drive Through Changing Landscapes
21:57 Early Environmental Awareness
22:12 Urban Pollution and Nature's Resilience
24:07 Connecting with Nature and Community
28:44 The Importance of Physical and Mental Well-being
35:34 Living in Community and Collaboration
40:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Here's the Natural Health Collaborative's website for the resources mentioned:
https://naturalhealthcollaborative.com/
About Cindy: Creator of the Natural Health Collaborative app, Cindy empowers pain-free holistic wellness with 14-Minute Meal Method, growing and finding plants, crafting natural remedies, and lifestyles.
Cindy Ann Olson, is a passionate master gardener, natural lotion and potion creator, and enthusiastic advocate of living a natural and healthy lifestyle.
With her extensive knowledge in gardening, Cindy propagates plants and edible flowers, makes her own soil, and saves seeds year-round. Her love for the earth extends well beyond her garden. Her true calling lies in assisting individuals who feel exhausted and overwhelmed by their reliance on processed foods.
Through her expertise people discover the 14-minute meal method for quick and nutritious daily, helping them transition to a healthier lifestyle.
As a dedicated home chef and enthusiastic recipe creator Cindy is on a mission to help families eat more nutritious meals without frustration.
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are personal opinions and not medical advice. This content is for educational purposes only.
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👉 Your 5-Steps to Ditch Everyday Toxins Without the Overwhelm Simple shifts to detox your home, food & lifestyle
https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e
👉 How Toxic Is Your Pantry? Quiz
Find hidden toxins in your everyday food—and what to swap
https://greenlivingnow.kit.com/04acf3b349
WORK WITH ME
Explore my online courses & coaching:
https://www.greenlivingnow.com
Book a free 20-minute Green Living Strategy Call:
https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-minute-unlock-your-toxin-free-life-strategy-call
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🌎 Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com
📌 ABOUT ME
I’m Amy Todisco, a Green Living Mentor, speaker, and host of the Green Living Now Podcast.
For over 30 years, I’ve helped people detox their homes, food, and lifestyles—so they can feel better, think clearer, and live cleaner without the overwhelm.