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Ep 164Mental Health IS Health | Dr. Gail Saltz

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Over the last couple of years, there has been a newfound focus on mental health. However, stigma and shame are still the number one reason people don't seek treatment for mental illness. Since mental health is health, it's crucial that we start prioritizing mental health and the different therapies used to strengthen it. Dr. Gail Saltz, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the NY Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell School of medicine and host of the podcast, How Can I Help, helps us understand this topic better. || LINKS || https://drgailsaltz.com/ | www.wren.co | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/mental-health-is-health-dr-gail-saltz/

Apr 13, 202250 min

Ep 163Solving the Mysteries of the Immune System | Dr. Heather Moday

How does your immune system work? What strengthens your immunity? What weakens it? Don't feel bad if you don't know the answers to these questions. Most of us don't! In this episode, Dr. Heather Moday, allergist & immunologist, helps us solve the mysteries of the whole immune system. Her work is designed to empower others to reclaim their health– and you can't do that without getting to know all the components that make up your amazing immune system. || LINKS || www.modaycenter.com | www.beekeepersnaturals.com/darin |

Apr 6, 202250 min

Ep 162Weedkillers & Pesticides | Fatal Conveniences™

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Let's just cut to the chase on this one. Why are we spraying our healthy fruits and vegetables with toxic chemicals? Sure, weedkillers, or herbicides, are meant to kill "weeds", but does the killing stop there? Dive deep into the danger of weedkillers in this episode with me. And learn how you can support organic farming and avoid pesticides altogether. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/weedkillers-pesticides-fatal-conveniences/

Mar 31, 202224 min

Ep 161How to Have a Conversation That Matters | Celeste Headlee

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As a society, we're more divided than ever. We don't listen to each other long enough to find common ground. To have a meaningful conversation, your listening skills need to be just as good as your talking skills. Celeste Headlee, journalist and author of We Need to Talk, knows how to have a conversation that matters. In the conversation I had with her, she opened my eyes to ways we all can be better communicators. Because at the end of the day, conversation is how we relate to each other as human beings. || LINKS || www.celesteheadlee.com | www.calderalab.com/darin | wren.co | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-to-have-a-conversation-that-matters-celeste-headlee/

Mar 30, 202250 min

Ep 160The Beat Cancer Mindset | Chris Wark

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Getting a cancer diagnosis is terrifying. The only thing scarier than getting that kind of news is learning your only option for survival is chemotherapy. No one knows this better than Chris Wark, best-selling author and patient advocate. His colon cancer diagnosis at 26 years old left him searching for answers. But when his choices didn't align with what his doctors were recommending, he knew he had to take responsibility for his own healing. After all, cancer isn't something you fight, it's something you heal. || LINKS || www.chrisbeatcancer.com | www.calderalab.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-beat-cancer-mindset-chris-wark/

Mar 23, 20221h 1m

Ep 159Eyeliner & Mascara | Fatal Conveniences™

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They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. So of course there would be a desire to make those eyes pop. But using eyeliner & mascara to define your eyes may not be as harmless as you think. Using eyeliner to enhance the eyes has been popular for thousands of years- maybe even longer! Today's eyeliners may not be made of dangerous materials like kohl any longer, but they're still filled with toxins. Let's learn about the negative effects of commercial eye makeup like eyeliner & mascara and what to use instead. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/eyeliner-fatal-conveniences/

Mar 17, 202212 min

Ep 158Finding Happiness Through Authenticity | Josh Peck

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Happiness is subjective, sure. But it's something we all want to achieve- our own version of happiness. But the only way to truly feel happy within yourself is through authenticity. You may know Josh Peck from his Nickelodeon fame. But what you may not know is that he never felt comfortable with notoriety. It wasn't until he realized that he had to deal with his internal struggles that he was able to find true happiness. Learn from his story. || LINKS || https://www.harpercollins.com/products/happy-people-are-annoying-josh-peck?variant=39914222223394 | www.wren.co | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/?p=26629&preview=true

Mar 16, 202245 min

Ep 157Why Your Lungs Need Hydration Too | Dr. David Edwards

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We all know it's necessary to drink plenty of water to hydrate the body. However, did you know your lungs need hydration, too? Dr. David Edwards, inventor and founder of FEND, explains why hydration is so important for the lungs, but that it's not as simple as drinking enough water. It's time to dig into the respiratory system- how do we keep it healthy? And why is it so important that we do? || LINKS || www.hellofend.com | www.trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/why-your-lungs-need-hydration-too-dr-david-edwards/

Mar 9, 20221h 0m

Ep 156Filtered Water | Fatal Conveniences™

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It is absolutely necessary to filter the contaminants out of your tap water before drinking. But does your filtered water contain the necessary electrolytes that your body so desperately needs? So many Americans are walking around dehydrated without even realizing it. But drinking only filtered water isn't necessarily hydrating. Confused? Don't worry. We'll cover how to filter your water and how to remineralize it with the necessary electrolytes your body needs. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/filtered-water-fatal-conveniences/

Mar 3, 202224 min

Ep 155Curandera Healing Methods For Your Wellness Journey | Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz

We've lost touch with the healing methods of our ancestors. Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, author of the book Earth Medicines: Ancestral Wisdom, Healing Recipes, and Wellness Rituals from a Curandera, wants us to help reconnect with them. Through approachable methods and vibrant recipes, Felicia is using Earth's medicines to empower others to heal themselves. We are all our own healers, but a little help from a curandera couldn't hurt! || LINKS || https://www.shambhala.com/earth-medicines.html | www.beekeepersnaturals.com/darin |

Mar 2, 202249 min

Ep 154How to Prolong Your Pet's Life | Rodney Habib & Dr. Karen Becker

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Your pet is a part of your family. You want them to live a long & happy life right by your side. So isn't it time you took a closer look at what you're feeding them? Rodney Habib & Dr. Karen Becker, authors of the book 'Forever Dog', give us an inside look at the inner workings of your pet's body by explaining why they need fresh, healthy foods just as much as we do. If you have a furry friend that means the world to you, listen up! It's time to take a closer look at what you're feeding them. || LINKS || foreverdog.com | www.trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-to-prolong-your-pets-life-rodney-habib-dr-karen-becker/

Feb 23, 202259 min

Ep 153Snack Wrappers | Fatal Conveniences™

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You can find convenience snacks pretty much anywhere- gas stations, drug stores, hospitals, breakrooms- everywhere. And these little convenient snacks are packaged in shiny, colorful wrappers. You just tear open and eat. Easy, right? But what makes them so colorful and shiny? And are those chemicals and dyes soaking into your food? It's time we looked a little closer at snack wrappers and what they're doing to our collective health. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/snack-wrappers-fatal-conveniences/

Feb 17, 202217 min

Ep 152Why We Should Be Advocating for the Bees | Carly Stein

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Did you know that ⅓ of our food supply is dependent on bees? The truth is, we really don't know much about bees, or all the amazing things they do for mankind. Carly Stein, CEO and founder of Beekeepers Naturals, made it her mission to advocate not only for human health, but for the health and safety of bees everywhere. By spreading her knowledge of just all the incredible things bees are capable of, she's doing just that. || LINKS || www.beekeepersnaturals.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/why-we-should-be-advocating-for-the-bees-carly-stein/

Feb 16, 202259 min

Ep 151Walking & Climbing Towards Dreams | Mike Posner

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Grief can really put your life into perspective. Faced with your own mortality, the things you really want clearly come into view. But then life happens. Sometimes the reasons we give for avoiding our goals are actually just excuses. Multi-platinum recording artist and singer/songwriter explains what inspired his goal to walk across America, the challenges he faced doing so, and why accomplishing his dream inspired an even bigger one. What's stopping you from walking towards your dreams? || LINKS || www.instagram.com/mikeposner/ | www.trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/walking-climbing-towards-dreams-mike-posner/

Feb 9, 202259 min

Ep 150Tampons | Fatal Conveniences™

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If you're a woman who uses tampons during your period, you'll use about 16,000 of them in your lifetime. Do you know what's in your tampons? And if they're safe for the most sensitive part of your body? I have no idea what it's like to get a period every month, so don't worry- I'm not going to mansplain to you how to deal with it. I just want you to be aware of the dangerous chemicals that may be lurking in your favorite tampon brands, and what they may be doing to your body. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/tampons-fatal-conveniences/

Feb 3, 202215 min

Ep 149Demystifying Traditional Chinese Medicine | Rose Cheung & Genevieve Wong

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Traditional Chinese Medicine can be intimidating if you're not familiar with its concepts or principles. Herbal eating is a lot easier and safer than you think, and it's delicious, too! Mother and daughter duo, Rose Cheung & Genevieve Wong, want to make TCM more readily accessible to everyone, through their book Healing Herbal Soups. Using little-known herbs and ingredients, they guide you through demystifying ancient Chinese traditions while making tasty, healing soups and broths. || LINKS || www.healingherbalsoups.com | www.beekeepersnaturals.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/demystifying-traditional-chinese-medicine-rose-cheung-genevieve-wong/

Feb 2, 202247 min

Ep 148Understanding Your Conscience | Leonard Perlmutter

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What exactly is your conscience? Most of us think of our conscience as that little voice in our head that distinguishes right from wrong. But it's so much more than that. And you have more control over your conscience than you think. Leonard Perlmutter, founder & director of The American Meditation Institute, asserts that by trusting and understanding your conscience, you could greatly improve your life. He explains why. || LINKS || www.yourconscience.org | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/understanding-your-conscience-leonard-perlmutter/

Jan 26, 202254 min

Ep 147Fast Fashion | Fatal Conveniences™

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Trends come and go in the blink of an eye. Fast fashion is a way to keep up with those trends. The clothes are cheap, easy to find, and come in every color of the rainbow. It makes it easy to afford a different outfit for every day of the week if you wish. But at what cost? This fast fashion is endangering our health, the health of the planet, and the dignity of workers all over the world. It's time to slow down this dangerous fast-fashion craze. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/fast-fashion-fatal-conveniences/

Jan 20, 202211 min

Ep 146Raising Superstars & Fighting Food Insecurity | Maggie Baird

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There are 38 million people who experience food insecurity in the United States. Food insecurity is defined as a lack of consistent access to nutritious food to support a healthy life. Maggie Baird, mom to superstars Billie Eilish and Finneas, is fighting tirelessly behind the scenes with her organization Support + Feed to fight food insecurity by providing plant-based meals to those that need them most. Learn all about her efforts and how you can get involved, too. || LINKS || www.supportandfeed.org | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/raising-superstars-fighting-food-insecurity-maggie-baird/

Jan 19, 202246 min

Ep 145New Year's Resolutions | Fatal Conveniences™

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Making a New Year's resolution is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, setting goals and setting out to improve yourself and your life is a very positive action to take. However, making unachievable resolutions is just setting you up for stress and disappointment. I want to help you learn how to set reasonable goals- and then achieve them in a healthy way. We need to dig a little deeper on the "why" before we can get to the "how".

Dec 30, 202124 min

Ep 144Turning Childhood Abuse Into Your Why | Tom "Quitproof" Jones

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When you endure unimaginable abuse in your childhood, how do you move past that pain? While different people may have different answers to that question, one way to heal is to help others heal as well. Tom "Quitproof" Jones, lives this as his truth. Now a world class endurance athlete, he once lived through years of unimaginable childhood abuse. Today, he uses past pain as fuel to ensure other kids never have to go through what he did. || LINKS || www.quitproof.com | https://121tribe.camp/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/turning-childhood-abuse-into-your-why-tom-quitproof-jones/

Dec 29, 202149 min

Ep 143Wrapping Paper | Fatal Conveniences™

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Giving presents is one of the most cherished traditions of the holiday season. But that colorful paper you're wrapping each gift in is incredibly wasteful. The cheaper the wrapping paper, the more likely it's full of toxic materials. But the more expensive the wrapping paper, the more likely it's full of pollutants like glitter, aluminum or plastic. The bottom line is it's time to ditch the gift wrap and get creative. || Full Shownotes - https://darinolien.com/wrapping-paper-fatal-conveniences/

Dec 23, 202119 min

Ep 142The Impact of Words, Language & Poetry | IN-Q

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Words are a very powerful thing. But just as much as they can inspire and impact, they can also hurt and destroy. Adam Schmalholz, better known by his stage name IN-Q, looks at poetry as a pursuit of truth- no matter how ugly that truth may be. In this episode, we explore the power of words through poetry. Every single thing you say is a seed you're planting in someone's mind or heart. So what do you want them to grow? || LINKS || https://in-q.com/ | https://www.safesleevecases.com/ | Full Shownotes - https://darinolien.com/the-impact-of-words-language-poetry-in-q/

Dec 22, 202158 min

Ep 143Holiday Gifts | Fatal Conveniences™

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Everyone loves giving and receiving gifts over the holiday season. But do we take it too far? Is all this excessive spending necessary? The truth is, what started as a well-intended tradition evolved into a marketing ploy by the wealthy. There's so much pressure to spend over the holiday season, but are you buying those gifts with the person in mind or just to fulfill an imaginary quota in your head? Let's work on more conscious gift giving this year. || LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/holiday-gifts-fatal-conveniences/

Dec 16, 202116 min

Ep 140What Foods to Eat to Beat Disease | Dr. William Li

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We all know that eating healthy makes you feel better. But could certain foods actually help your body beat disease and heal itself? Science tells us they absolutely can. Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician and scientist, breaks down the complicated science behind the healing power of foods and how they work with your body to prevent, fight and heal from disease. It's not about what not to eat, but rather what foods you should add to your plate. || LINKS || www.drwilliamli.com | http://www.vuori.com/darin | www.trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/what-foods-to-eat-to-beat-disease-dr-william-li/

Dec 15, 202156 min

Ep 139Holiday Decorations | Fatal Conveniences™

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Decorating your home for the holidays is a great way to get in the holiday spirit. Holiday decorations are bright, colorful and lots of fun. But are they safe for you and your family? The truth is most of the cheap, shiny decor you find in the stores is full of dangerous chemicals like lead and flame retardants. And they don't even have to tell that! There's a better way. It's time we go back to the ancient way of decorating- with nature! || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/holiday-decorations-fatal-conveniences/

Dec 9, 202119 min

Ep 138How Breathwork Can Change Your Life | Josh Trent

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Breath brings coherence. We are faced with an endless amount of stress, triggers and madness on a daily basis in this life. Breathwork is a way to bring calmness to your mind so you can live with peace. Josh Trent, founder of Wellness Force Media and host of the Wellness Force podcast, has been incorporating breathwork into his daily routine for years. His programs help teach others to do the same. Could you use some peace and calm in your daily routine? Take a deep breath and listen up! || LINKS || breathwork.io | http://www.vuori.com/darin | https://www.safesleevecases.com/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-breathwork-can-change-your-life-josh-trent/

Dec 8, 202151 min

Ep 137Artificial Christmas Trees | Fatal Conveniences™

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Setting up and decorating your Christmas tree every year is a lot of work. So opting for artificial trees instead is a time saver. Not to mention, a fake tree can end up saving you quite a bit of money if you use it year after year. But, are artificial Christmas trees safe to have in your home? The short answer is no. And I'll explain why. You'll probably be surprised by my stance in the real versus fake tree debate, so you're definitely not going to want to miss this one. || LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/artificial-christmas-trees-fatal-conveniences/

Dec 2, 202115 min

Ep 136Sprouting the Seeds of Persistence | Doug Evans

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Being an entrepreneur of any kind means you're going to have to get used to hearing no. However, if you make persistence part of your DNA, those big no's will eventually lead to a giant yes that could change your life. Doug Evans, a plant-based entrepreneur, has had his share of both failure and success. But today, he's a bit obsessed with sprouts. His book, The Sprout Book, details how you can grow nature's perfect food in your own kitchen with minimal supplies. || LINKS || www.thesproutbook.com | www.trybite.com/darin | https://barukas.com/ | Full Show Notes -

Dec 1, 20211h 5m

Ep 135Toilet Paper | Fatal Conveniences™

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The area of skin you're wiping with toilet paper is some of the most sensitive on your body. And are you really cleaning your butt? Or doing more harm than good? Toilet paper is not only rough on the sensitive skin down there, but it doesn't even clean very well! Not only does toilet paper leave you with a dirty bum, but it's also terrible for the environment. Learn all about the pitfalls of toilet paper and what you can use instead. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/toilet-paper-fatal-conveniences/

Nov 25, 202117 min

Ep 134The Science Behind The Power Of Plants | Simon Hill

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There's no doubt that adopting a plant-based diet is amazing for your health. But plants aren't just good for the human body, they can also improve the health of our planet. We all need to explore this concept further. Simon Hill, nutritionist and host of the Plant Proof podcast has been sifting through the scientific research for years. He's got some great takes on how we can all shift our mindset to appreciate the potential powers of plants. || LINKS || https://plantproof.com/book/ | http://www.vuori.com/darin | http://www.safesleevecases.com | Full Show Notes & Links - https://darinolien.com/the-science-behind-the-power-of-plants-simon-hill/

Nov 24, 202158 min

Ep 133Lotion | Fatal Conveniences™

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It's important to remember that everything you put on your body, goes in your body. So when you're slathering that store-bought lotion all over your skin, do you know what you're really moisturizing with? In this episode, I'll break down the harmful lotion ingredient categories: parabens, fragrances and mineral oil. And I'll give you some natural plant-based alternatives to use instead. || LINKS | Full Show Notes & Research - https://darinolien.com/lotion-fatal-conveniences/

Nov 18, 202125 min

Ep 132Regeneration For You and the Planet | Paul Hawken

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What is regeneration? It's a radical new approach to the climate crisis, yes. But it also can be applied within. Regeneration is all about renewing your approach to living- for yourself, your community and the planet. Paul Hawken, climate activist and environmentalist, has literally written the book on Regeneration. And in this episode he explains the concept, and how it can be applied both in your own life, and in your community. || LINKS || https://regeneration.org/ | www.vuori.com/darin | www.trybite.com/darin |

Nov 17, 20211h 1m

Ep 131Social Drinking | Fatal Conveniences™

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A social drinker is defined as someone who regularly drinks alcohol in social settings, but doesn't usually drink otherwise. However, heavy drinking, even when done occasionally, can quickly spiral out of control into addiction. This one is not coming from a place of judgment. My biggest issue with alcohol is that it's often used as a coping mechanism to avoid underlying issues. I want you to be healthy, happy and not need any kind of addictive substance to have a good time. Take a minute, and hear me out. || LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-social-drinking-rolling-the-dice-with-alcohol/

Nov 11, 202120 min

Ep 130Awakening to Your Inner Beauty | Elle Macpherson

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Is beauty really only skin deep? The truth is, there's another kind of beauty within us just waiting to be found. Awakening to your inner beauty doesn't happen overnight. It can be a long, painful process. But the reward it brings is indescribable. World renowned supermodel Elle Macpherson experienced this first hand after becoming a mom. After entering rehab at age 40, she began the journey to look within for happiness and fulfillment. She now encourages others to do the same, with her company WelleCo. || LINKS || www.welleco.com | safesleevecases.com use code DARIN10 for 10% off | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/awakening-to-your-inner-beauty-elle-macpherson/

Nov 10, 202154 min

Ep 129LED Lights | Fatal Conveniences™

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Optimizing your home to have the most energy-efficient options is always a good idea. And when it comes to light bulbs, the LED variety is the best eco-friendly choice due to the small amount of energy they use to run. In fact, LED bulbs are considered "the future of lighting" due to their efficiency, affordability and impressive lifespan. However, we may be becoming a little too reliant on this type of artificial light. What are they doing to your eyes, your brain and your body? || LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-led-lights-keeping-you-awake/

Nov 4, 202122 min

Ep 128From Overweight to Badass Vegan on a Mission | John Lewis

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No one sets out to become overweight. Sometimes obesity and sickness are consequences of circumstance. But once you know better, doing better is on you. It's no one's responsibility but your own to make better choices once the resources are available to you. John Lewis, wellness advocate and Bad Ass Vegan, sets out to enlighten viewers on social and food injustices in his documentary They're Trying to Kill Us. Because knowing the truth can empower people to make big changes, for us and the planet. || LINKS || www.theyretryingtokillus.com | Bite Toothpaste - trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/from-overweight-to-badass-vegan-on-a-mission-john-lewis/

Nov 3, 20211h 5m

Ep 127Artificial Light | Fatal Conveniences™

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The sun has been the central part of all living things for as long as the Earth has existed. And as much as humans have disregarded its power in recent years, it still controls us. The sun plays a central role in your sleep cycles, your hormone regulation and your mental health. However, the introduction of more and more artificial light into our daily lives significantly impacts our collective health. How can we find a healthy balance between artificial and natural light? || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-artificial-light-turning-your-back-on-the-sun/

Oct 28, 202120 min

Ep 126Training the Brain | Dr. Michael Gervais

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Your brain is the tissue that sits in your skull, and your mind is the software that controls that tissue. Little tweaks in thinking can completely transform how you approach life. No one understands this better than one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between the mind and elite performance, Dr. Michael Gervais. But you don't have to be an Olympian to benefit from training the brain. Listen to learn all about training the brain from a sport and performance psychologist. || LINKS || www.findingmastery.com | www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/training-the-brain-dr-michael-gervais

Oct 27, 202147 min

Ep 125Teeth Whiteners | Fatal Conveniences™

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It's a totally normal instinct to want to look your best. And your smile represents who you are. So there's absolutely no shame in wanting whiter teeth. However, in order to understand the potential danger of teeth whitener products, you have to understand how the teeth work. Your sensitive tooth enamel's sole purpose is to protect your teeth. And harsh teeth whiteners can weaken your enamel, thus weakening your teeth in general. In this episode, I'll cover how to prevent tooth yellowing and what natural products to try instead. So show me your pearly whites and listen up! || www.bitetoothpaste.com/darin | Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-teeth-whiteners-what-are-you-bleaching-away/

Oct 21, 202119 min

Getting Good at Life Through Meditation | Emily Fletcher

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You don't have to be a monk to meditate. A common misconception is that you have to be some sort of spiritual guru to get anything out of meditation. This is simply not true. Meditating is a way to tap into your inner self, quiet the mind and listen to what you really want out of life. We meditate to get good at life, not to get good at meditation. Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation, wants to inspire people to try mediation for themselves. And after teaching over 40,000 people just that, you could say she's a bit of an expert on the subject. || LINKS | zivameditation.com/podcast| | ttps://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/getting-good-at-life-through-meditation-emily-fletcher/

Oct 20, 202153 min

Ep 123Gel Manicures | Fatal Conveniences™

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Everyone wants stronger nails. In the last decade, a new trend has taken over the manicure game that promises longer-lasting polish and stronger nails. But do gel manicures deliver on that promise? The truth is, gel polish is full of toxic ingredients. And all the processing, scraping, and UV light used in gel manicures could actually be making your nails much weaker. Listen to this episode to learn all about the potential dangers of gel manicures and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-gel-manicures-weakening-your-nails/

Oct 14, 202116 min

Ep 122The Role of Oxygen in the Body | Dr. Stephen Krauss

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We all know that we need oxygen to breathe. But the role of oxygen in the body is even more vital and complex than we realize. Oxygen fuels every cell in your body. And you may not be getting as much oxygen to those cells as you think you are. With over 40 years of experience in sales, manufacturing and nutritional formulation, as well as his education and degrees, Dr. Stephen Krauss uses it all to create products to enhance health and nutrition. And behind all his work and creations is his profound appreciation for oxygen and its role in the body. Listen to learn all about it. || LINKS | https://poweredbyoxygen.com/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-role-of-oxygen-in-the-body-dr-stephen-krauss/

Oct 13, 202154 min

Ep 121Canola Oil | Fatal Conveniences™

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Just because it's plant-based, doesn't mean it's good for you. That's certainly the case with canola oil, the second most popular vegetable oil in the US. This cheap cooking oil is used worldwide because of its low price tag, its availability, and its versatility. It's even marketed as a health food. But in reality, it's fattening, genetically modified and is making it harder for organic farmers to cultivate actual healthy crops. Listen to the episode to learn why you should avoid this poison and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-canola-oil-genetically-modified-poison/

Oct 7, 202117 min

Ep 120The Rise of Young Activists | Genesis Butler

Like the song says, the children are our future. And as our planet faces dire challenges, youth involvement in activism is more important than ever. So how do we inspire young activists to spark change among the younger generations? Genesis Butler, 14-year old animal rights and climate activist and the great-niece of Cesar Chavez, knows what it takes to inspire the youth. And she tells us how. || LINKS || https://thesavemovement.org/what-is-youth-climate-save/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-rise-of-young-activists-genesis-butler/

Oct 6, 202134 min

Ep 119Wearable Bluetooth Devices | Fatal Conveniences™

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Do you have a sleep tracker? A Fitbit? An Apple watch? Do you strap your smartphone to your arm when you go running? If you've ever wondered if those wearable Bluetooth devices are safe, the answer is a resounding NO. We need to be more aware of the wireless technology we're strapping to our bodies. This kind of convenience comes at a price, and frankly, it's pretty alarming. Listen to learn all about the negative effects of wearable Bluetooth devices and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-wearable-bluetooth-devices-protect-your-body/

Sep 30, 202120 min

Ep 118Why Intermittent Fasting Works | Dr. Amy Shah

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We often forget that our gut, hormones and immune health are all connected. This fact is especially important for women to grasp, since women's health can sometimes be more complicated. For example, when it comes to intermittent fasting, what makes it work and how can everyone, but especially women, benefit from it? Dr. Amy Shah is the perfect person to address all of this. As a mind-body practitioner with both nutrition and medical training, Dr. Shah always looks at the big picture, and educates others to do the same. || LINKS || http://imsoeffingtired.com/ | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien - Use code DARIN20 for 20% off! | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/why-intermittent-fasting-works-dr-amy-shah/

Sep 29, 202154 min

Ep 117Ziploc Plastic Storage Bags | Fatal Conveniences™

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They're in your kids' lunchboxes, your kitchen drawers, and probably in your refrigerator. Ziploc storage bags have been a part of American culture for decades. But those toxic plastic baggies are leaching harmful chemicals into your food - and killing marine life. Sure, they're "recyclable," but they're ending up in our oceans in massive amounts. There are so many safer, environmentally friendly options for food storage. It's time to commit to giving up plastic baggies for good! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-ziploc-plastic-storage-bags-toxic-for-humans-the-ocean/

Sep 23, 202119 min

Ep 116How Farmlink is Turning Food Waste into Food Security | Aidan Reilly

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The pandemic has put the issue of food insecurity into full view. So many families struggled to get the food they needed this last year, and the number in need is only rising. While people are going hungry, farms are forced to throw away billions of pounds of wasted produce, dairy and eggs. Aidan Reilly, the co-founder of The Farmlink Project, found a way to turn food waste into food security. And he wants you to get involved, too. || LINKS || www.farmlinkproject.org | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien Code: DARIN20 for 20% off | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-farmlink-is-turning-food-waste-into-food-security-aidan-reilly/

Sep 22, 202146 min

Ep 115Keurig Coffee Machines | Fatal Conveniences™

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Why do we try so hard to reinvent the wheel? Keurig, Nespresso, and other coffee pod machines are ruining our planet - and our health. This one shouldn't be a big surprise - we all know how wasteful those coffee pods are. Not only that, but the machine itself is a mold and bacteria petri dish! But if you've been holding on to your Keurig despite that knowledge, maybe this episode will be that push you need to finally cut the cord. It's time to ditch those coffee pod machines and go back to the old-school java methods. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-keurig-coffee-machines-pods-of-waste/

Sep 16, 202120 min