The Fiercely Holistic Podcast

We know that juggling a busy life can make it hard to prioritize your health, especially if you don't have the tools to make it happen. Whether you're choosing organic kale for the first time or you're brewing your latest batch of Kombucha, you're in the right place.Twice a month, join Functional & Holistic Nutritionists, Ciara Shea and Kristen Mihaly, as they share expert insight on how to make healthy living achievable by providing small, tangible changes to live a fiercely holistic life.

FHP Goodbye

Well friends, we have news to share. Follow your gut, lean into the Irish Goodbye and know we’ll see you when we see you. Saying "thank you" isn’t enough to cover the love and gratitude we have for each and every one of you over the years with tuning in, sharing, supporting and growing together through The Fiercely Holistic Podcast. In this episode, recorded Summer 2023, we share our life updates and the space the podcast has recently settled into. Thank you for three incredible y...

01-02
22:15

Magic Mushrooms & Microdosing with Brionna Morse

Let's dive into magic mushrooms and microdosing with Brionna Morse, microdosing guide and mindset coach. In this episode, we explore the legality of psilocybin, the benefits of microdosing, what a protocol may look like, why a guide is so important, ad all of the reasons magic mushrooms may be your next supportive therapy. disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. We are not offering medical advice and we don’t encourage illegal activities. Please consult with your ...

11-25
57:53

Let's Celebrate 3 Years Together!

In this lighthearted and celebratory episode, Kristen and Ciara take a stroll down memory lane. They discuss their favorite memories, episodes, behind-the-scenes, what they've learned from each other, and their future plans for FHP! Thank you for being a part of this community for the past three years! Mentioned in this episode: E2: How To Set Up A Whole Foods Kitchen - Part 1 E37: Everything You Need To Know About EMF Exposure with Brian Hoyer E39: How To Choose A High-Quality Prenatal...

11-11
25:52

Why You Should Switch To A Menstrual Cup

Today we're talking all about menstrual cups! In this episode, you'll learn the benefits of making the switch, our personal stories with menstrual cups, the scary amount of chemicals in non-organic pads and tampons, and our favorite brands to recommend. Episodes mentioned: E45 What Your Period Says About Your Health w/ Caitlin Townsend Brands mentioned: @thedivacup @thejunecup @dotcup @thehellocup If you're not ready for a cup, there are some great orga...

10-28
34:52

Transparent Beauty with Founder and CEO of Aisling Organic Cosmetics, Krysta Lewis

Get ready for another interview that gets your wheels turning! This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Krysta Lewis, Founder and CEO of Aisling Organic Cosmetics. Krysta shares with us her story of realizing that her conventional, beloved beauty products were in fact making her sick. When she went to trade them out for a "cleaner" version she was torn between trading health for beauty or beauty for health. This dilemma ultimately led her to creating Aisling Organic Cosmetics, a high-p...

10-14
56:17

Salad Dressings Rated Best To Worst For Your Health

In this episode, we're reviewing two of the most beloved brands of salad dressing, exploring their ingredients and sharing our favorite healthy swaps. We break down why canola oil is an ingredient you'll want to avoid, how to choose high-quality olive oil, when to avoid flax oil, and our quick and easy DIY dressing recipes! EPISODES mentioned: E9: Macronutrients: fats E36: Which Foods Are A HELL NO?!?! E50: Mayo Brands Rated from Best to Worst E68 Peanut Butter Brand Rev...

09-30
21:37

How to Move Through Grief with Jen Kerkado, Grief Recovery Specialist

Jen Kerkado is the founder of Commit to Explore Coaching, specializing in Grief Coaching, and is a Trainer for the Clarity Catalyst. Clarity Catalyst was originally designed for business students at Stanford University to find their true purpose, authentic self, and creativity through mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices. There are over 40 losses that we will experience throughout the course of our lives. Join us for this empowering episode where Jen shares with us the tools we n...

09-16
59:58

What You Need To Know About High Cholesterol

In this episode, we're diving into the controversial topic of cholesterol! While this is an area where functional and conventional medicine rarely see eye to eye, we can explore this topic with an open mind while educating ourselves to make the best choices for our individual bodies. This is an incredibly educational episode so prepare to take notes! What you'll learn in this episode: the difference between HDL and LDLthe role genetics play in high cholesterol where inflamm...

09-02
47:01

"Let Coffee Be Thy Medicine" An Interview With Purity Coffee

Okay friends, we are honored to share this episode with you!! This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew and Amber Salisbury, co-founders of Purity Coffee, to discuss the incredible health benefits of the perfectly crafted cup of joe. There are so many different claims out there when it comes to your morning pick me up. Is coffee your friend or foe? Well, like most things we consume, it all comes down to quality. Andrew and Amber have made it their life's mission to bring the perf...

08-19
56:11

Got Stinky Pits?

Let's discuss all things stinky and sweaty in this episode! This week you'll learn why you sweat, why your sweat may be offensive, what those stinky pits are telling you, and some fiercely holistic and functional ways to improve both the way you sweat and how you smell. GET IN TOUCH: Ciara @oranutrition + www.oranutrition.com Kristen @nhhnutrition + www.nhhnutrition.com FHP @thefiercelyholisticpodcast Other FHP Episode Mentioned: E10 Macronutrients: Water E73 How To Read A Nutrition &...

08-05
45:44

Intermittent Fasting: Is It Right For You?

Join us for this week's episode breaking down the pros and cons of Intermittent Fasting. In this episode we sort through the benefits of Intermittent Fasting, provide sample fasting schedules and share how to seamlessly incorporate it into your life, if it's right for you! GET IN TOUCH: Ciara @oranutrition + www.oranutrition.com Kristen @nhhnutrition + www.nhhnutrition.com FHP @thefiercelyholisticpodcast Other FHP Episode Mentioned: E10 Macronutrients: Water Books: The Complete Guid...

07-22
44:22

How To Support Your Health While Traveling

Let's talk about traveling while maintaining a holistic mindset! In this episode, we break down the best ways to maintain your healthy habits around food, water, sleep, stress, and self-care when you're out of your routine. GET IN TOUCH: Ciara @oranutrition + www.oranutrition.com Kristen @nhhnutrition + www.nhhnutrition.com FHP @thefiercelyholisticpodcast Other FHP episodes mentioned: E63 Immune Health E16 Working Through Disordered Eating with Rebecca Camire E10 Macronutrients...

07-08
32:32

Debunking Dietary Myths: Egg Yolks

Join us for one of our Debunking Dietary Myths episodes all about the fabulous egg!! There is so much mixed information on the market regarding eggs and our health and this is such a common question we receive within our personal practices! In this episode we'll break it down to the basics and where things went wrong for the egg. If you focus on quality, your body will thank you! Enjoy! REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: E35: EGGS! Eat the Yolks by Liz Wolfe, NTP Nourishing Traditions by ...

06-24
24:26

How To Read A Nutrition & Ingredient Label

In this short episode, we break down for you the best way to utilize and read a nutrition and ingredient label. You'll learn: a holistic approach to reading a food label why a focus on calories is overrated and misleadingless is more when it comes to ingredients why manufacturers add more than one version of sugar a chip vs chip ingredient showdown to explore how deceiving a nutrition label could be REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: E36: Which Foods Are A HELL NO! GET IN T...

06-10
24:05

Debunking Food Myths: Is Butter Really Bad For You?

Let's debunk another common food myth! The question we always here is: "Is butter really bad for me?" We've been told for generations to avoid butter like the plaque but we dare to argue that point in this episode! Join us as was share the true benefits of butter, why the goldness is better and how we missed the mark as Americans and got this one all wrong. CONTACT US: Ciara @oranutrition + www.oranutrition.com Kristen @nhhnutrition + www.nhhnutrition.com FHP @thefiercelyholisticpodcast ...

05-27
21:13

How To Create A Non-Toxic Bathroom

In part 2 of our "room-by-room" series, we're exploring how to create a non-toxic bathroom! In this episode you'll learn: the best resources to learn the toxicity level of your products why reducing your overall toxic burden is importantour suggested non-toxic cleaning supplies our favorite body products and companies how to begin making these swaps! We hope this episode sparks something in you to make small swaps to ensure you're using the cleanest and most non-to...

05-13
36:08

Pelvic Floor Support with MaryEllen Reider

We all know someone (and it could totally be ourselves!) who experience urinary incontinence. Jumping jacks, laughing after babies or sneezing can cause a leakage. If this is you or someone you love, join us for this fascinating episode! In this episode, we interview the brilliant MaryEllen Reider who is the co-founder of the company Yarlap. MaryEllen and her team have created Yarlap to empower women to re-gain control of their bladder, pelvic floor and their lives. MaryEllen d...

04-29
52:10

Debunking Food Myths: Should You Eat Chicken Skin?

Let's get to debunking some food myths!! In this episode, we're diving into the folklore around avoiding chicken skin! Today you'll learn the difference between a pastured and conventional chicken, the role fats play, where toxins are stored in the chicken, and when you would want to include the skin and when you wouldn't. Episodes mentioned: Episode 9 Macronutrients: FatsEpisode 8 Macronutrients: ProteinsEpisode 13 A Short Introduction To Regenerative Farming & Permaculture...

04-15
16:11

Peanut Butter Brands Rated Best to Worst For Your Health

Do you ever read an ingredient label and wonder if it's healthy or not? In our "BRANDS RATED" series we're going through all types of products and brands to help you decipher what will serve your body best on this health journey. Join us this week as we rate the most popular peanut butter brands Jif, Skippy, Santa Cruz, and Teddie's to learn what the ingredients mean and what we ultimately rate the product from best to worst! Bonus recipe at the end if you want to DIY! Homemade option i...

04-01
41:29

Hemp and Hormones with Terri Long, CEO of Hemplily

Are you suffering from painful periods? Is perimenopause and menopause shifting your whole world? If you are looking for a holistic alternative, this episode is for you! Join us as we interview Terri Long, CEO of Hemplily to discuss how hemp works in the body, what the endocannabinoid system is and how hemp can support re-balancing your hormones. Hemplily is located in North Carolina and all of Hemplily's products are proudly made in the USA. Hemplily was born out of a need for an alternati...

03-18
28:41

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