In this inspiring conversation, Katie sits down with Catharine Arnston, founder of ENERGYbits®, wellness thought leader, and the “voice of algae,” to explore the profound science and spirituality behind one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods. From the ancient wisdom of the Rishis to scientific evidence of algae’s unmatched nutrition, Catharine shares how she followed her inner voice from corporate life to purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Tune in to learn the health benefits of spirulina and chlorella, how to spot high-quality algae, and why these superfoods are not just powerful medicine for the body, but nourishment for the soul.

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In this episode about algae and Catharine’s incredible story, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to deepen your spiritual journey in Ayurveda School

~ How Catharine followed her intuition to become the voice of algae

~ How the ancient Rishis communicated with plants

~ The spirituality of spirulina

~ Health benefits of algae

~ Overcoming impostor syndrome and fear

~ What it feels like to be on the right path

~ Exactly how Catharine incorporates algae into her daily diet

~ How to identify good quality spirulina

~ Why most algae supplements are a waste of money

~ Scientific evidence of the effects of algae on dementia, diabetes, cancer and heart disease

~ The Ayurvedic perspective of algae

~ Catharine wants you to Google phycocyanin

~ How and when to take spirulina and chlorella 

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

 

Learn more about algae and connect with ENERGYbits®:

~ Learn more about ENERGYbits® on their website, energybits.com

~ Use the discount code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout to get 20% off your order

~ Follow @energybits on Instagram

 

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-221-im-married-to-algae-energybits-catharine-arnston/