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Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I sit down with return guests Amanda Porta and Robyn Towt to discuss an extremely important update within the breast implant industry. With a new, "safer" Motiva implant pending FDA approval, these women want to make sure the truth is given to all women considering implants in the future. This implant (that was supposed to hit the U.S. market in 2023) claims to be vastly safer than its competitors because of revolutionary technology (including a microchip), and backed by "rigorous science" and "clinical data."Both Amanda and Robyn have graciously come back to properly educate us all on what's really going on and that despite claims, this shiny new option is not what it's cracked up to be.  As well-known patient advocates, both women feel it is their duty and responsibility to highlight the unfortunate and consistent safety concerns, along with the fact that nearly all safety studies advertised by the company have conflicts of interest. These implants are also already approved in some countries, where authorities have come forward with serious concerns, considering the onset of symptoms/illness they are seeing.With the date of FDA approval unknown, these women are passionate about continuing to share the crucial importance of both real informed consent, as well as call attention to the common health concerns that are associated with ALL breast implants, including this upcoming option. They want women to be aware of the fact that the majority of doctors are not given the full story, and are sadly unaware of the realities of BII, as well as cancer concerns.Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theholisticbeautycoach/Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robyntowt/Robyn on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.towt.7GPAC Website:  https://www.gpacunited.org/Other IWP Episodes Regarding Breast Implant Illness:10/3/23 Episode 35 (Amanda and Robyn): https://www.buzzsprout.com/2009046/1361503310/10/23 Episode 36 (Joy Corrigan): https://www.buzzsprout.com/2009046/13681625Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Homebase Link (all discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: iHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.Homebase LINK I refer to in the intro of this episode: https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsIn this episode, I sit down with Emily Cherkin, otherwise known as The Screentime Consultant. As a former middle school English teacher and parent of two, Emily witnessed the simultaneous rise of technology use for school, andsmartphone and social media use for kids. Today, she consults with parents, offers school presentations and professional development trainings, and writes about parenting and screentime to bring her tech-intentional approach to as many people as possible. Emily's book "The Screentime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family" is an Amazon bestseller and available everywhere books are sold.This episode is a MUST LISTEN for parents, but in all honesty...helpful for us all, parent or not. We go into detail about the following:Why are screens and phones so addictive, especially for children and teens?Is there a one-size-fits-all solution for families?Is this a kid problem or an adult problem?What critical skills are being compromised in children today?Are children and teens being stunted socially?Do parental controls work and are they a good idea?Are children safer with a phone or smart watch?What age is a good age for a phone?Are phones interfering with problem-solving?How can parents help their teenage children with common concerns like social media and how it is affecting their mental/emotional health?What can parents do when their children come across inappropriate content?How can parents express concerns about tech and screen use in schools?How can parents have better conversations with their kids and teens and implement boundaries?How can parents mitigate screentime conflict and meltdowns?AND MOREPlease refer to the below resources for more information: Emily's Website: http://www.thescreentimeconsultant.comBook Order: https://www.amazon.com/Screentime-Solution-Judgment-Free-Becoming-Tech-Intentional/dp/B0CB9JS5KB/Emily's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thescreentimeconsultantEmily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescreentimeconsultant/Emily's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thescreentimeconsultant/Emily on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thescreentimeconsultantllc6072Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (all discount links, etc.): Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.10% off any GembaRed product, discount code for listeners: VANESSA10 - available for U.S. customers. Website: https://gembared.com/Get ready, because this episode literally covers EVERYTHING you need to know about Red Light Therapy, AKA photo biomodulation. With all the marketing tactics and an overabundance of voices out there, I asked the trusted founder and owner of GembaRed, Andrew LaTour, to educate us all and help set the record straight. In this insanely comprehensive discussion, we cover the following and more:The basics of RLT (photo biomodulation)Different wavelengths of light and why red is importantNear infrared, far infrared, and red differencesHow RLT affects our mitochondrial/cellular healthStudied benefits of RLT (inflammation, pain, recovery, skin, neuro-protective, etc.)Using RLT for acute and chronic concernsRLT and EMF concernsWhy flicker is an important considerationHow to determine the appropriate dose for your body and goalsCan we overdo using RLT?Are devices supposed to give off heat?How far away should we be from our devices?Targeted versus whole body usageDo we need to wear protective glasses?Are there contraindications or parts of the body we should avoid?What about people with cancer, metal implants, breast implants, tattoos, etc.?Can we use for wounds, post-surgery, with/without medications?How should we approach using RLT for skin health?Do red light bulbs/heat lamps produce the same effect?Why so many issues with honesty in the RLT industry?How is informed consent being compromised?Does price of devices indicate quality? Please refer to these resources:GembaRed Website: https://gembared.com/  (discount code above)GembaRed Learning Center (collection of educational blogs): https://shorturl.at/qDF12GembaRed Product Shopping Guide: https://shorturl.at/fANQWRLT Dosing Calculator: https://shorturl.at/efil7EMF info for RLT: https://shorturl.at/qyCX2Flicker Info: https://tinyurl.com/34d79t4xGembaRed Vector Model that Vanessa currently uses: https://tinyurl.com/ychvheuhGembaRed on IG: https://www.instagram.com/gembared/ GembaRed on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gembaredllc9115Podcast/social media links:Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (all discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywelSupport the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.10% off any Activation Product(s), discount code for listeners: WELL10 - available to U.S. and Canadian listeners. Activation website: https://shorturl.at/jqwHIIn this episode, I sit down with the CEO and Founder of Activation Products, Ian Clark. Ian's story is nothing short of incredible, as he was told he only had about three years left to live at the young age of 46. Along with going bankrupt and having the grave concern of not being around to raise his seven children, he courageously took matters into his own hands, healing his body and then some.After five remarkable years, Ian built a raw supplement business direct to consumer in his basement, which ended up reaching hundreds of thousands of people in just two years.  Now many years later, Activation Products continues to stand out among the sea of supplement companies due to his relentless research and continued commitment to help people have faith in their own body's capabilities. Ian's story and leap of faith highlights one very important thing: The body CAN heal given the right tools and environment. His dedication to see his healing through wasn't an easy road, but it resulted in his now-superb health status, and was the catalyst to unlocking certain "keys" to cleaning up body toxicities we commonly deal with.Highlighted products we discuss in this episode for reference:Ocean's Alive - Blend of two specially cultivated, hand-selected marine phytoplankton strains; full of natural antioxidants that can reduce oxidative stress, promotes healthy cellular growth and development, and it boosts cognitive function/mental focus.Trace Ocean Minerals - Variety of ionic sea minerals you add to your water to make it healthy/electrolyte-rich.Ease Magnesium - All-natural, bioavailable, non-itch magnesium spray unlike any other on the market. Support sleep, ease, pain, help joints, calm nervous system, etc. Black Cumin Oil - A total body tonic comprised of  essential fatty acids, phytosterols, etc.More info on the "first key," time stamp - 49:30: https://tinyurl.com/4n7mhmwh Click here to browse Activation Products: Website: https://shorturl.at/jqwHI   -Listener Code: WELL10 (10% off)Ian Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianclarkactivated/Ian Clark on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ianactivated Activation Products on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activationproducts/Podcast/social media links:Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (all discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comSupport the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I sit down with Chris Logan, Director of Clinical Operations at First Responder Wellness. This discussion is all about addressing substance abuse, addiction, and challenges associated with co-occurring mental health concerns from a holistic angle.Chris passionately serves the first responder community and their families, and helps break down all aspects of addiction from a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspective. Rising above a painful and turbulent past himself, Chris has been able to combine his real LIVED experiences with applicable knowledge and education, in efforts to successfully help those who struggle (as well as their families).We cover the following and more:Chris's story of struggle during his upbringing and how addiction manifestedPredisposition and genetic components according to scienceLosing the "power of choice"Micro and macro traumas and how those can play a role in addictionPTSD and how addictive behaviors can coincideHigh functioning individuals who may not recognize harmful behaviors as a problemPerception of family/friends and co-dependency strugglesHow the family unit must deal with addiction together and common feelings family members experienceGuilt vs. shame How faith plays a crucial role in healingHope and how recovery is possible, despite circumstance or what it "looks like"And so much more...Connect with Chris: chris.logan@frhealth.comFirst Responder Wellness: https://www.firstresponder-wellness.com/Recommended Film: Pleasure Unwoven by Kevin McCauley (Regarding the brain and addiction) General resources, please visit to find local chapters:https://www.aa.org/https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ (faith-based)https://al-anon.org/ (family support)Podcast/social media links:Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.Update as of 2/20/24: Link for listeners to purchase Hydrogen Water tablets now available.Please use this link: https://shrsl.com/4fbha In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting with Alex Tarnava, the inventor of the patented and clinically validated open-cup hydrogen tablet! As a respected entrepreneur, Alex has made a significant impact in the health and wellness industry, and is currently partnered with approximately 50 brands who sell to market. He has relentlessly committed himself to making sure the public is rightfully educated on hydrogen therapy, and is an active contributor to the expanding scientific research on molecular hydrogen.During this discussion, we cover almost every FAQ one may have, and go over the following:Alex's mysterious health story as a catalyst for his researchWhy is hydrogen important to the human body?Why are our bodies deficient today?The science behind hydrogen and mitochondrial healthWhy hydrogen is NOT an antioxidant like many assumeHow do we determine if and when to consume hydrogen water?What about individual dosing?How do the hydrogen tablets work?Is hydrogen water designed to be sipped on or chugged?Other uses besides ingestion?Various clinical trial findingsBenefits from short and long term useCan children see benefit from drinking hydrogen water?What kind of health professionals are for hydrogen therapy?What kind of ailments has it been seen to improve?Do you still require hydrogen if you're generally healthy?AND MOREAlex's Website: https://alextarnava.com/Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alextarnava/Please also refer to the interview for references on brand partnerships (those who sell molecular the hydrogen tablets/etc.)Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I have a forthright and highly thoughtful conversation with Chronic Pain Coach, Dan Buglio, who specializes in TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome) and Mindbody resolution.  This conversation is a MUST LISTEN if you or someone you know is suffering from chronic pain or other chronic symptoms DESPITE your/their diagnosis, imaging results, surgery reports, etc. Dan has been sharing content on how to break free from chronic pain through his Pain Free You channels for over four years now, and has helped thousands resolve chronic issues that were thought of as impossible to change. His work is largely based off of TMS (pioneered by Dr. John Sarno), but has also branched off to further educate people on what he calls "perceived danger pain." While pain is not "our fault,"  we can unintentionally find ourselves in a cycle of chronic pain due to the information our brain is continually receiving (this also includes a large range of other symptoms such as IBS, fibromyalgia, tinnitus, vertigo, anxiety, migraine headaches, skin issues, food sensitivities, etc.). Dan's goal is to teach others how to teach their brain that they are not in danger, therefore creating safety so the brain can then operate off of good information versus misinformation and bad data.The majority of us have been programmed to think that we have to live with chronic pain/symptoms due to injury, surgery, degeneration and age, a medical diagnosis, unknown reasons, and even repressed emotional turbulence/trauma. Many of us have also medicalized our situations, believing that there is no out because we feel we have a "real problem" that cannot be solved or fixed. However, countless willing people who've led with an open mind have changed their situations due to Dan's guidance, teachings, and daily videos.Please see all the resources below!Dan's Website: PainFreeYou.comFast Start Link: http://DansFastStart.comDan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danbuglio/Dan on YouTube: http://DansYouTube.comDan on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PainFreeYouNow  Group Program:  http://PainFreeYouGroup.com  Assessment Page: https://www.painfreeyou.com/startPodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this anticipated episode, I sit down with Matt Roeske, face and founder of Cultivate Elevate, to discuss the controversial and often-confusing topic of geoengineering and weather manipulation. Matt's passion for research, along with his quest to help society educate themselves past the mainstream headlines has initiated critical thought regarding a variety of topics. His main goal is to create space for people to become curious about all we've been told, as well as rise above the widespread fear and discover real solutions for healthier living.FULL Episode up on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YBLTCSjY308(Please join IW Podcast over there now and subscribe!)We discuss the following here:The who/what/where/when/how about geoengineering and chemtrailsReal history and how weather modification started How is this all funded today?What are the claims/purpose/ or alleged "benefit?'Is climate change really what they say it is?Odd and unusual weather patterns Impact on the environment? Wildlife and farmland? Water?Are all of these natural disasters actually natural?Impact on human health?Heavy metal toxicity among today's societyHAARP and how frequency is involved in weather modificationSeveral solutions on how to protect your health/family's healthHow our mindset and the frequency we carry has an impact on our realityResources to read/watch/look up on geoengineering and weather modificationAnd so much more!Cultivate Elevate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultivateelevate/ Cultivate Elevate on YouTube: https://youtube.com/cultivateelevateCultivate Elevate on Telegram: https://t.me/ElevateThyMindCultivate Elevate Website: https://cultivateelevate.com/Weather Modification Act of 1976:https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/document/0055/1669610.pdfDocumentary: https://frankenskies.com/Book Reference: Under an Ionized Sky: From Chemtrails to Space Fence Lockdown by Elena Freeland https://a.co/d/j9DalShPodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (discount links, Help Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I have the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Brad Yates...speaker, author, YouTuber, and "Tapping" Extraordinaire. Tapping, also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), is a very simple healing tool to help oneself clear mental and emotional blockages that could be keeping them stuck to any degree in life.  Brad's genuine intent to share a couple basic videos on YouTube years ago exploded as people took to his creative and often humorous use of EFT, which led to his now massive online presence, with over 1000 videos and 45 million views. Tapping is used as an effective method of physically resetting the body’s fear response by tapping on energy meridians throughout the body, while talking through the process in order to facilitate the clearing of emotional resistance and/or trauma.  During this discussion we go over all of the following and more:The basics of EFT (tapping)The science behind tapping and how it coincides with the science of acupunctureWhat happens with the brain/nervous system as you implement EFT/tappingThe "whys" behind how despite our desire to change or heal, we get stuck or feel stagnant in our progress due to unconscious programmingHow tapping can be applied to any scenario/concern one is having in life, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, general stress, anger, insomnia, etc.How it can help with acute or chronic health symptoms and chronic painFAQs on tapping Full demonstration via YouTube: https://youtu.be/DMA3-CCJFc8?si=190xfFbGMfC0uwPjBe sure to check out the below resources and visit/subscribe to Brad's YouTube channel for the many instructional videos he has available:Brad's Website: https://www.tapwithbrad.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tapwithbradFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TapWithBradInstagram: http://instagram.com/tapwithbradTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tapwithbradTwitter: http://twitter.com/tapwithbradLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tapwithbrad/Free 5-day Tap into Your Best Self Program:  www.tapwithbrad.com/bestselfShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.This is Part TWO with birth/postpartum doula Teesee Logan, as we continue to dig into the details of informed consent concerning all things pregnancy and birth. This episode specifically highlights the following...Birth transfers and the commonly-used phrase "failed home birth"Doula advocacy with parents during the birth process and decision-makingHow situations can be exacerbated by unnecessary interventions and can cause trauma on mom/babyMindfulness of how lifestyle habits during pregnancy can influence the way a birth unfoldsNICU babies, and breast vs. formula feeding of NICU babiesBreast-feeding benefits and how it changes overtime to meet baby's needsFormula feeding drawbacks and what to do if formula is neededUnnecessary C-sections and scheduled inductions and C-sectionsParents' right to fire a provider at any timeThe explanation of what a "true emergency" is during birth Vaginal birth possibilities after having a C-section with a previous childAND MORE...Please see below for additional resources: Teesee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgracedoula/Teesee's Website: https://www.theggdoula.com/Teesee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teesee.minarddixonResource recommended by Teesee: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/Recommended obstetrician resource: https://www.instagram.com/birthinginstincts/Episode here on Traditional Midwifery, Episode 5 with Michelle Piccione: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.com/2009046/11432491Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.On this episode of Intentionally Well, I sit down with Teesee Logan, birth/postpartum doula, for an anticipated TWO-PART series. Teesee is also a certified breastfeeding coach and a newborn care specialist, and has worked along side countless families and mothers during their pregnancy journeys.During this episode and the next (Episode 41), Teesee factually outlines the importance of informed consent during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Some of the subtopics discussed:True informed consent and the collective unawareness of all birth optionsViolation of consent during birthPhysiological birth - what does this actually mean?Importance of doula care regardless of where a mother decides to give birthDifferences between obstetricians, midwives, L/D nurses, and doulas and how they can work togetherEmotional needs of a mother during all stages  The needs of the father during time of birth and postpartumWhy birth is now treated like a medical condition in a hospital settingBirth transfers and the phrase "failed home birth"The factual physiological and psychological effects placed on baby/mother in a hospital setting (lights, EMFs, noise, etc.)The differences in monitoring baby/mother depending on location of birthHow unnecessary interventions are unfortunately very common during hospital births and can also stall the birthing processNICU babies, and breast vs. formula feeding of NICU babiesUnnecessary C-sections and scheduled C-sectionsVaginal birth possibilities after having a C-section with a previous childAND MORE...Please see below for additional resources: Teesee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgracedoula/Teesee's Website: https://www.theggdoula.com/Teesee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teesee.minarddixonResource recommended by Teesee: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/Recommended obstetrician resource: https://www.instagram.com/birthinginstincts/Episode here on Traditional Midwifery, Episode 5 with Michelle Piccione: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.com/2009046/11432491Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.With conditions like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease at an all-time high, education on prevention is of critical importance today. In this incredibly informative episode, Dr. Mani Kukreja covers disease prevention in a way that is uncomplicated, by giving the "WHYS" behind the "WHAT TO DOS." We are constantly hearing about the primary habits and practices we should  be implementing in order to age well, but do we really know WHY?Some of the questions answered during this discussion:What role do genetics play in how we age?What is cellular aging?What does it mean when someone refers to our "metabolic function?"What is metabolic disease and what are the top examples?Why doesn't mainstream medicine address the prevention of metabolic disease, or any disease?What happens to our cells when we are facing disease?What is happening with our body when we sleep? And when we don't sleep?What is occurring during the different phases of the sleep cycle?How can we take steps to measure our sleep?How can intermittent fasting help us age more gracefully?Is intermittent fasting right for everyone? Men? Women? All ages?How is blood sugar related to top diseases, including cancer?Why does blood sugar dysregulation have such a negative impact on aging?Doe we need to lower our food intake as we get older?How does our intake of sugar impact aging including the appearance of our skin?What kind of foods should we be mindful of when we are considering our sugar intake?Is alcohol okay to drink in moderation as we age?How much muscle mass do we lose after 40 years of age?Why is the loss of muscle mass dangerous as we get older and how does this influence the onset of disease?What are the pros and cons of sun exposure?What should we be using if we are exposed to the sun long term?What should you know if you're using or plan to use retinol for as a preventative tool?For more information, please see below for resources:Dr. Mani Kukreja's website: https://livagewell.net/Dr. Mani Kukreja on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mani.kukreja/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.Here I had the pleasure of sitting down with Kyle Hamrick, the face behind @realgoodground on Instagram, to thoroughly discuss the details of liver flushing and the high importance of liver/gallbladder health.Along side the details of his personal journey, Kyle highlights the following:How the liver and gallbladder work together and how proper bile flow is a major key to the overall health of the body The tie between the liver/gallbladder and all kinds of illnesses and chronic health concernsAlcohol/substance abuse and how that causes high congestionHow emotional energy gets trapped within these two organs, and how deep healing can take place by detoxifying themWhy congestion is so prevalent in the liver and gallbladderHow we are deceived into thinking stones are rare or only seen via imagingThe protocol details of liver flushing and the benefitsTips for before/during/after flushingTypical healing reactions seen during and after flushingRetracing Ideal candidates for liver flushingThe difference between other types of cleansing and liver flushingThoughts for someone who's had their gallbladder removed Other modalities to consider if you're not quite ready to try flushingKyle also chats with me about his faith and how that's been his firm foundation through the depths of his health challenges, and he shares how God has called him to reach out towards others who may feel hopeless in their pain and suffering. This episode is filled with information that is sure to stir your thoughts and allow you to reflect on any concerns you may have about your health and well-being. It definitely did for me as you will certainly hear during our conversation!Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgoodground/ Liver Flush Book Resource: https://www.ener-chi.com/books/the-amazing-liver-gallbladder-flush/Info on Nutritional Balancing / Dr. Wilson: https://www.drlwilson.com/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this discussion, I sit down with Wellness Entrepreneur, Behavior Change Specialist, and Podcast Host Chardét Ryel, as we unravel the complexities surrounding toxic "healthy" behaviors.In today's times, it's more important than ever to care for our bodies and our health, yet it's also easier than we assume to ironically fall into unhealthy patterns of obsession.  Chardét gives us a lot to ponder here, as we chat about the following:The WHY's on how fitness can evolve into an unhealthy practiceHow body image struggles often stem from our childhood and developmental yearsSocial media's role in this, and how we are often not shown the whole story with health/fitness influencersHow we easily justify and mentally minimize these behaviors due to the inherent nature of fitness and other wellness habitsHow toxic health/fitness behaviors can influence others around us including our childrenQuestions to reflect on if you sense the need to look deeper into this topic Actionable tools to implement NOW, in efforts to step into a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle...and more. This episode is a must listen for both women and men who are committed to a healthy lifestyle and truly desire a mentally sustainable approach to achieving their goals and optimizing their well-being in general. Chardét's Website: https://feelgoodnakd.com/Feel Good Nakd Podcast: https://feelgoodnakd.com/podcast/Chardét on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itschardet/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.Join me as I sit down with international model, actress, and philanthropist Joy Corrigan, to candidly talk about her journey with Breast Implant Illness and how this experience has led her down a path towards self-discovery and deeper healing. This special episode highlights the very real issues concerning Breast Implant Illness, and how impactful the effects of implants can be on the body. Joy does a beautiful job of sharing her story, illustrating the road leading up to her decision to explant, and the emotional turbulence she experienced prior to surgery. We chat about the behind-the-scenes reality of what was physically going on for years and how her body's cues crept in little by little.This amazing conversation not only reveals the destructive nature of BII, but also calls attention to a much deeper message...as we dive into the importance of mental and emotional health, self-reflection, healing trauma, and more.Joy gives us a very raw take on how the modeling industry and it's expectations can take a massive toll on body image/self worth, and that we've all been sold a false bill of goods as to what true beauty really entails.Joy has discovered that she's been divinely called to share her journey and use her platform to help others potentially connect the dots in their own lives...while also bringing imperative awareness to the fact that authentic healing is much more than a physical venture. She shares that trial and struggle are a very real part of life despite career choices, success, status, or fame...and that it's ultimately OUR job to take agency over our health and life.You'll undoubtedly be touched by this conversation, as you're met with Joy's honesty and genuine determination to help others today and in the days ahead.Please don't forget to share this episode with someone you believe will benefit from listening, and if you feel called to share your thoughts with either Joy or myself, please don't hesitate...we'd love to hear from you.Joy Corrigan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joycorrigan/Joy Corrigan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joycorriganShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Patient Advocates Amanda Porta and Robyn Towt to have a much needed and detailed discussion about Breast Implant Illness.Both with remarkable stories and a passion for education, Amanda and Robynare on a prominent mission to spread truth among women across the world, in efforts to highlight the very real and COMMON happenings associated with breast implants.Amanda has worked in and throughout the beauty/plastic surgery industry for decades, and was ultimately inspired to pursue Holistic Health coaching. Now laser focused on guiding women with BII towards healing and optimal health, she has dedicated her life to redirecting the public’s view on what health and beauty really entails. As someone who never saw critical or chronic health issues prior to implants, she’s determined to use her voice and expose the darker sides of beauty procedures and the industry’s dirty secrets.Robyn—now three-time cancer survivor—became co-founder of the Global Patient Advocacy Coalition (GPAC) and is also an administrator in various online support groups for women who are suffering from BII. She’s worked extensively with Arizona legislators in passing an informed consent law for breast implant surgery, and the GPAC team has also partnered with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) to develop a patient decision checklist.With both of these women having experienced BII and explant surgeries, they know firsthand how real and truly life-altering these decisions can be. They believe every patient should be given the opportunity to make an educated and informed choice, and that means having ALL of the information, not just selected information.Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theholisticbeautycoach/Amanda's Lymph Website: https://www.lymphlounge.comRobyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robyntowt/Robyn on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.towt.7GPAC Website:  https://www.gpacunited.org/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I have a beautiful chat with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Tory Eletto, to candidly discuss the uniqueness of being an empath. This discussion is filled to the brim with Tory's professional knowledge and first-hand experience, as she takes on a host of questions I have for her such as:What does it really mean to be an EMPATH?What's the difference between having empathy and sympathy?Is being a Highly Sensitive Person the same thing?How does this all relate to intuition?What are the misconceptions about empath?How does one grow to become an empath and how is this related to trauma or unprocessed emotions?Can one be an extrovert and still be an empath?Is there a tie between empaths and ADHD?How does being an empath affect self-worth?How does one cultivate helpful boundaries?Why should we pay attention to nervous system health?How does one navigate friendships or romantic relationships as an empath?What are some healthy or unhealthy examples of how to communicate?Is it really possible to walk this life as an empath without feeling weighed down or burdened?Whether you are an empath or know someone who is, this show illuminates key behaviors and more importantly helpful tools for living a more balanced and fruitful life.Tory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nytherapist/Webinars Offered: https://tory-eletto.mykajabi.com/Donation-based Webinar (October 2023): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-you-how-your-emotions-teach-you-about-who-you-are-tickets-706019301737?aff=oddtdtcreatorShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I take a deep dive into the world of infoceuticals with Anton Fedorenko, creator and founder of Infopathy. In this fascinating discussion, you will learn all about:How we have the ability to imprint electromagnetic signals (ICs) from substances into a simple glass of waterHow it is scientifically possible to reap benefits of therapeutic substances such as medicines, herbs, vitamins, supplements, etc. without needing the actual substance in hand, and without potential side effects of these substancesHow our body intelligently recognizes these signals/frequencies and uses them for its benefitHow PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy can be used with an Infopathy deviceHow to use the Audible/listening frequencies for healing purposesHow imprinting water is based off of technology that isn't new, but it is more widely accessible and available due to key advancements How to use the different Infopathy devices offered as well as the Infopathy databasePersonal and real examples of how Infopathy has worked for othersYou will also hear me throw nearly all of the FAQs I could think at Anton during the second half of this episode. In truth, this has been something I've personally used for nearly a year now and really wanted to feature it on the show! I have seen it work in my own life and with my own body, and felt the call to highlight and share it.Please refer below for additional resources:Infopathy Website: https://www.infopathy.com/Help page: https://www.infopathy.com/helpInfopathy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infopathy/ LISTENER DISCOUNT CODE: VANESSA10 for 10% offShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to what feels like the first episode of the INTENTIONALLY UNPREPARED Series! My current thought is to sprinkle these "couch conversations" in from time to time...as they definitely reflect a different feel than all of the other episodes here on Intentionally Well.The following is a candid chat (versus an interview) with Homeopathic Doctor, Sarah Trask...about our faith in God and healing. Life's trials and tribulations can often be very hard to bear, and we find ourselves depleted and defeated, wondering if we will ever see change. In our human quest for control and power, these trials hit our lives FOR us, despite our pain, sorrow, grief, or discomfort. The "growing pains" we face are usually great and purposeful gifts, and pave the way for both our surrendering and our salvation.In this unconventional episode, Sarah and I bring what would be a typical phone conversation of ours to the podcast mic. It is an extremely raw, imperfect, organic episode with no prep and all heart.Sarah Trask's Website: https://www.sarahtrask.com/Sarah Trask on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahtraskhomeopath/Devotional book mention: https://a.co/d/h4gV32AShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send us a Text Message.If you're up for a candid, uncomplicated, no-filter discussion about food and nutrition...you've landed in the right place. NBA scout and certified holistic health coach, Jared Ralsky serves up some serious facts regarding the food industry and how society has been misled and misfed.What you'll hear Jared tackle during our chat:-Is there really a perfect diet or way to nourish ourselves?-How do we make sense of all of the information online and on social media?-Are we overconsuming and under-applying our knowledge?-Why do we have such a hard time applying learned information and creating new habits?-Can we trust doctors or other medical professionals with our diets?-How can we decipher what's best for us and get around food marketing tactics?-What kind of snack foods and store-bought foods are truly better to buy?-How can we simplify our meals without stress or obsession?Jared's counsel doesn't stop here, as you'll also learn about his convenient Brand Guide (linked below), a tool that has drastically empowered people to grocery shop with confidence and empower them to make better decisions for themselves and their families. Jared's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.goat/Brand Guide: https://www.birthrighthealth.co/brandguideShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (Discounts etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless Animals In NeedCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life and a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.