Essential Alchemy

Have you resigned yourself to a life of poor sleep, brain fog, and chronic fatigue? It's time to reclaim your ability to rest, recharge, and thrive. In this episode, host Jodi Cohen is joined by Mollie Eastman, the creator of Sleep as a Skill and host of the Sleep is a Skill podcast. Mollie shares her personal journey with insomnia and her deep expertise on the science of circadian rhythms and their profound impact on sleep quality and overall health. Key Takeaways: The importance of understanding your circadian blueprint and aligning your daily habits with your body's natural sleep-wake cycle. How our modern lifestyle of spending 93% of time indoors disrupts the body's innate circadian mechanisms that were designed for life outdoors. The vital role of consistent wake-up times, bright light exposure in the morning, and darkness at night in strengthening the circadian rhythm. The impact of factors like meal timing, exercise, and body temperature on sleep quality and circadian alignment. The prevalence of undiagnosed sleep disorders like sleep apnea, and the importance of advocating for your sleep health. Practical tips and resources to help listeners optimize their sleep through a chronobiological approach. Tune in to learn Mollie's science-backed strategies for reclaiming control over your sleep and unlocking the transformative benefits of this often overlooked skill. For more information about Mollie and how to transform your sleep visit: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimize ✪ Mollie Eastman: ⁠ https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimize | Instagram: @mollie.eastman | Facebook: Sleep Is A Skill ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | Youtube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

Join Jodi as she welcomes Dr. Melissa Gallagher, a naturopathic physician who specializes in lymphatic health, as they unpack the vital role the lymphatic system plays in overall wellness. Key Takeaways: Discover the intricate connection between your lymphatic system, immune system, and vagus nerve - and how disruptions in one area can lead to widespread health issues. Explore physical factors that can impede lymphatic drainage, including post-surgical scarring and  fascial restrictions. Unpack symptoms of a sluggish lymphatic system, inflammation, frequent infections, brain fog, fatigue, and allergies. Learn about the specific herbs and supplements, like ginger and turmeric, that can help support healthy lymphatic flow. Dive into the importance of daily lymphatic self-care practices like dry brushing, rebounding, and essential oil application to key reflex points. Tune in to learn more! Surviving Menopause Masterclass https://www.naturalhealthresources.com/masterclass/ ✪ Dr. Melissa Gallagher: https://www.naturalhealthresources.com/ | Instagram: @naturalhealthresources | Facebook: Your Natural Health Resources ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | Youtube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

Join Jodi with her friend and fellow vagus nerve expert Navaz Habib as they dive deep into the vital role of the vagus nerve in overall health and well-being. Key Takeaways: The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system, which controls the "rest and digest" functions of the body. It helps modulate inflammation, heart rate, and digestion. When the vagus nerve is not functioning optimally, it can contribute to a wide range of chronic health issues, including anxiety, depression, brain fog, and inflammatory conditions. Common factors that can impair vagus nerve function include chronic stress, poor gut health, lack of movement/exercise, and an inflammatory diet high in processed foods. Simple vagus nerve stimulation techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, gargling, and listening to certain music can help reboot vagus nerve function and shift the body into a parasympathetic state. Tools like transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulators can also be used to directly target and support vagus nerve activity. Tune in to learn practical, science-backed strategies to optimize your vagus nerve health and unlock your body's natural healing potential. ✪ Dr. Navaz Habib: ⁠www.drnavazhabib.com | www.healthupgraded.com | Instagram: @drnavazhabib ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠⁠⁠ | YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils⁠

In this episode of Essential Alchemy, host Jodi Cohen welcomes Dr. Kim Trager, a structural and energetic practitioner known for helping patients achieve transformational healing. Dr. Trager shares her expertise on the fascinating world of fascia and how incorporating essential oils can support the health and function of this vital connective tissue system. Key Takeaways: Fascia is the three-dimensional connective tissue that surrounds every cell, nerve, vein, and organ in the body, giving us our form and allowing us to move. The fascia not only plays a structural role but also stores emotions and trauma, which can be released through targeted work. The superficial front and back fascial lines are correlated with specific acupuncture meridians, like the stomach meridian, and can be targeted with essential oils. Specific acupressure points, like Stomach 36 on the outer shin, can be stimulated with essential oils to support digestive function, emotional balance, and overall well-being. Techniques like skin rolling, cupping, and pivoting over a ball can help self-release and mobilize the fascia, especially when combined with targeted essential oil application. The neck and feet are key areas to focus on when working with the fascia, as they connect to many of the body's fascial lines. Tune in to learn Dr. Trager's practical tips for incorporating essential oils into fascial release practices to support whole-body healing and transformation. ✪ Kim Trager: https://drkimtrager.com/ | Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/drkimtrager | Instagram: @drkimtrager ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠⁠ | Instagram: @⁠⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠⁠ | YouTube: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils⁠

Join Jodi as she unpacks Jana Danielson's inspiring journey with chronic pain that led her to discover the power of Pilates and mobility work to transform her health. Jana emphasizes the importance of addressing the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, rather than just treating the symptoms. Tune in to Learn More About: The connection between spinal mobility, organ health, and overall well-being 5 key spinal movements (flexion, extension, lateral flexion, rotation, inversion) and how they impact the body The often overlooked role of the pelvic floor and how dysfunction in this area can contribute to a wide range of issues Tune in to learn about Jana's holistic approach to helping women overcome pain, improve mobility, and optimize their pelvic and overall health through the power of movement and purposeful self-care. If you liked this episode, please consider sharing a positive review or subscribing. You can also find more information and resources on Jodi Cohen's website, http://vibrantblueoils.com. Cooch Ball and BONUS the Cooch Fix Pack Mini for $39.95 (regular $74.95) here: ✪ Jana Danielson: ⁠https://bloombetter.life/ Facebook: The Cooch Ball⁠ | Instagram: jana.danielson ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | YouTube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils⁠

Join Jodi with her friend and biological dentist Rachel Carver as they explore the crucial role of oral health in overall well-being. Rachel shares her insights on the key differences between conventional and biological dentistry. Tune in to learn more about: The difference between germ theory and terrain theory in dentistry How the mouth reflects the health of the entire body The role of parathyroid hormone, minerals, and antioxidants in tooth and bone health How toxicity and inflammation can shift the oral microbiome The connection between heavy metals, candida, and parasites The potential issues with root canal procedures This episode provides valuable insights for anyone interested in taking a more integrative, holistic approach to dental and overall health. ✪ Rachaele Carver-Morin: www.carverfamilydentistry.com | Facebook: Carver Family Dentist⁠ | Instagram: ⁠@drrachaelecarver ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | YouTube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

Our bodies are primarily water and the structure of the water in our cells influences our health. This episode dives deep into the topic of coherent water, also known as structured water or water with a highly organized, crystalline structure, in which water molecules work together in harmony and help your body effortlessly fall into balance and heal.  From enhancing energy and vitality when consumed, to supporting a healthy microbiome in the gut and soil, to restoring mineral balance - the benefits of this structured water are wide-ranging. Tune in to learn: The science behind coherent water and how it differs from unstructured water The profound impacts of coherent water on energy, hydration, the microbiome, and more How the Alem Wand can easily restore the coherence of water, even in the face of modern-day toxins and pollutants Practical tips for incorporating coherent water into one's daily life, including bathing and caring for plants ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠⁠ | Instagram: @⁠⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠⁠ | YouTube: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

Join Jodi as she dives into nervous system regulation with her friend Kate Northrup.  Kate applies nervous system regulation to relationships, financial abundance, and personal growth. Kate shares how positive stress and new experiences can actually feel unsafe to the nervous system, causing us to unconsciously sabotage or doubt our progress. Tune in to learn practical tools and strategies to signal safety to the nervous system and move beyond the "familiar hell" to embrace the "unfamiliar heaven." Tune in to learn: How the nervous system's "thermostat" is set and how it impacts our ability to receive love, money, and success Why our nervous system defaults to the "familiar hell" over the "unfamiliar heaven" The connection between the nervous system, amygdala, and heart Navigating feelings of overwhelm and self-sabotage when experiencing positive life changes Practical strategies for regulating the nervous system and expanding our "range of resonance" If you liked this episode, please consider sharing a positive review or subscribing. You can also find more information and resources on Jodi Cohen's website, ⁠http://vibrantblueoils.com⁠. ✪ Kate Northrup: http://katenorthrup.com/breakthrough | Facebook: Kate Northrup Community | Instagram: KateNorthrup ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠⁠ | Instagram: @⁠⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠⁠ | YouTube: ⁠⁠Vibrant Blue Oils⁠

Join Jodi and her dear friend Dr. Elisa Song - a Stanford NYU and UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mother of two – as we dive into the role of the vagus nerve in gut health. A child’s gut microbiome holds the key to lifelong wellness and healthier, happier brains, bodies, and immune systems.  Microbiome disruption is the leading underlying root cause of childhood eczema, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, autoimmunity, and more. Learning how to create a resilient, healthy microbiome is one of the most important ways to set the foundations for lifelong wellness in your child.  Tune in to learn more about: The importance of the gut-brain connection in children's health Dr. Song's "Microbiome Magic" tips for nourishing the gut microbiome The benefit of Essential OIls for Kids Specific acupressure application points for essential oils How to identify and address gut disruption in children If you liked this episode, please consider sharing a positive review or subscribing. You can also find more information and resources on Jodi Cohen's website, http://vibrantblueoils.com. Creating Microbiome Magic every day is the key to raising resilient kids from the inside out. Share the magic and encourage friends and family to get their copy and pre-order bonuses here: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids🌈(https://www.healthykidshappykids.com/book/) ✪ Dr Elisa Song: https://healthykidshappykids.com/⁠ | Facebook: Dr Elisa Song ⁠⁠ | Instagram: @healthykids_happykids ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | YouTube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

In this episode of Essential Alchemy, Jodi Cohen interviews Dr. Neil Nathan, a board-certified doctor who has been treating chronically complex medical illnesses for over 30 years. Dr. Nathan discusses his upcoming book, "The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide," which addresses the increasing number of patients who have become unusually sensitive to normal stimuli such as light, sound, touch, food, chemicals, and EMFs. He attributes this sensitivity to the toxicity of our modern world and the fear perpetuated by media, especially in relation to COVID-19. Dr. Nathan explains how the limbic and vagal systems in the body monitor safety and how they can become hypervigilant, leading to a heightened sensitivity to stimuli. Tune in to learn more about: [00:00] - Introduction to Essential Alchemy and Jodi Cohen[01:50] - Introduction to Dr. Neil Nathan and his upcoming book[02:01] - Why patients are becoming more sensitive to normal stimuli[05:54] - The safety response in the body and the role of the vagus nerve, limbic system, and mast cells[10:15] - Recommendations for addressing sensitivity in the limbic and vagal systems and mast cells[14:13] - The impact of anxiety and social anxiety on sensitivity[21:54] - The interplay between the limbic system, vagus nerve, and mast cell activation[22:55] - Ways to treat these three systems simultaneously for improved health. ✪ Neil Natham, M.D. : ⁠https://neilnathanmd.com ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group⁠ | Instagram: @⁠VibrantBlueOils⁠ | YouTube: ⁠Vibrant Blue Oils

In this episode, Jodi is joined by her dear friend and biological investigator, Kelly Kennedy, who, like many others in the world of biological and energetic healing, was motivated to find a different approach to health and healing after suffering her own traumatic experiences.  Kelly is now paving the way for a new wellness system to be born - with a focus on allowing the innate intelligence of each unique individual to heal the body.  Tune in to learn about: The KEY to Your Health - Fascia and Lymphatics - 1:55 Where and Why Lymph Congestion Happens - 20:50 “The Intersection to Beauty and Drainage” (How You Can Keep Lymph Moving) - 37:56 ✪ Kelly Kennedy:  thetruewellnesscenter.com & look for her new podcast “The Beats with Kelly Kennedy”. ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | YouTube: Vibrant Blue Oils Mentioned Oils: Heart: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/heart-support-essential-oil/ Lymph: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/lymph-essential-oil/ Fascia: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/fascia-release/ Parasympathetic: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/parasympathetic-essential-oil/

In this episode, Jodi is joined by Dr. Jill Carnahan, medical director of Flatiron Functional Medicine and newly published author! Her book, Unexpected, is a deep dive into her battle with breast cancer, toxic mold illness, and the ways that faith and functional medicine saved her life.  Jill’s major goal with this book is for the reader to see their own journey reflected in hers, and to know that healing is possible for them too.  Tune in to learn about: Jill’s journey as both doctor and patient- 1:55 How to tell if mold is causing your sickness and what you can do- 12:20 Unraveling mast cell activation- what is it and how can you help heal your body- 21:28 ✪ Jill Carnahan:  https://www.jillcarnahan.com | Get her book on Amazon by clicking here: Unexpected ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils Mentioned Oils: Liver: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/liver-support-essential-oil/ Pancreas: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/pancreas-health-essential-oil/ Gallbladder: https://shop.vibrantblueoils.com/product/gall-bladder-essential-oil/

With Bridgit Danner, you'll learn about how toxic mold undermines resilience, managing the stress of environmental illness, and favorite detox strategies. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Bridgit Danner: https://www.bridgitdanner.com/ ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Greg Eckel, you'll learn more about how to flow like water through obstacles, the importance of vulnerability and asking for help, and how to shift energy states. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Greg Eckel: www.naturecuresclinic.com ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Andrea Nakayama, you'll learn more about the most common misconceptions about resilience, the Functional Medicine approach to resilience, and tools and systems to support health and resiience. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Andrea Nakayama: https://www.fxnutrition.com/ ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Tara Hunkin, you'll learn more about resilience challenges in parenting a special needs child, why letting go of expectations is key to resilience, and how to build your village to create a community that supports you. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Tara Hunkin: www.mychildwillthrive.com ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Rollin McCraty, you'll learn more about understanding physical, mental, emotional and spiritual resilience, how stress is triggered by emotions, and strategies and skills that build resilience. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Rollin McCraty: heartmath.org ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Marcelle Pick, you'll learn about how your adrenal glands support resilience, what compromises adrenal function, and strategies to support healthy adrenal function and cortisol rhythms. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Marcelle Pick: https://marcellepick.com/ ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Dr. Elena Villanueva, you'll learn more about how brain chemistry imbalances and undermines resilience, how trauma alters brain chemistry and undermines resilience, and how to support healthy brain chemistry and bolster resilience. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Dr. Elena Villanueva: https://www.modernholistichealth.com/ ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils

With Dr. Robert Melillo, you'll learn more about the impact of each brain hemisphere on resilience, the link between brain imbalance and health issues, and how your resiliency scale score affects your health. ◢ To get more information, head to my blog at  www.vibrantblueoils.com, get a copy of my book, Essential Oils to Boost  The Brain & Heal The Body, or email me at info@VibrantBlueOils.com.  You can also access your FREE Parasympathetic Toolkit - exclusive to podcast listeners. Click the link or send me an email to activate the  most important nerve in your body. ☄ ☄ ✪ Dr. Robert Melillo: www.drrobertmelillo.com ❂ Jodi Cohen: Facebook: Vibrant Blue Oils Discussion Group | Instagram: @VibrantBlueOils | Youtube: Vibrant Blue Oils