Holistic Health Heroes

Kery Knutson

The Holistic Health Heroes Podcast is for health seekers who know it’s time to become your own health advocate!

Together, we will strive to answer the question, “How will you maintain your health in an increasingly toxic world?”

From superfoods and supplements to gadgets and lifestyle hacks, we’ll explore a full spectrum of holistic health modalities.

Sharing stories from natural product founders, and service providers, we aim to find and research holistic methods to help you save time in finding real solutions that may help you feel better naturally.

Host, Kery Knutson is certified as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Wellcoach and Yoga Teacher. She's worked in marketing for most of her career, so she loves storytelling. As co-owner of her family’s health food store, Nature’s Garden of Naples, creating a podcast to have conversations on all-things holistic health is a perfect fit!

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7: Birch Boys Founder Garrett Kopp: Functional Fungi, Forest Foes and Family Business

Holistic Health Heroes

12/11/23 • 49 min

At the young age of 15 Garrett Kopp was inspired by his Grandmother to dive into the world of functional fungi.
At 18 and just one month after raising $60,000 to start his company, he lost his grandmother to pancreatic cancer. It was then that Birch Boys made it's official debut.
Garrett describes his grandmother's journey as well as the role that functional fungi played with his dog, Joey's diagnosis.
Garrett is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to wild and cultivated mushrooms - fungi that our ancestors (across cultures) have been using for thousands of years.
And he has a big vision: to become a land-owning company who sets forth a more lucrative sustainable, ethical and well-rounded approach to forestry and private land stewardship.
We cover a lot of ground in this episode, so grab some mushroom tea and settle in for a listen.
Find many of the Birch Boys products at our store: https://ngvitamins.com/
And to visit Garrett's home base: https://birchboys.com/

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Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

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NOTE: This information contained is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. Please consult a qualified health professional if you do have a medical condition. The information on this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests.

70: Denise Skinner at Vibrant Mobile Health on Detoxification with the multi-modality technology of the HOCATT

Holistic Health Heroes

02/09/25 • 53 min

I've been focused on cellular detox for myself so it's only fair to share what I'm doing... right?! After all, as Dr. Pompa says, "get to the cell, to get well."

In this episode, I talk with owner of Vibrant Mobile Health, Denise Skinner. Denise is a holistic technician specializing in whole body detox. She has a deeply personal connection to holistic health having walked-the-walk with her daughter, herself and now her husband who was diagnosed with cancer.

Join us for a conversation that covered a lot of ground... from a juice cleanse that destroyed her digestion, to helping her daughter rebuild gut health and now seeing great improvements in her husband's cancer markers.

Her passion is clearly all about health and healing and if you ask me, we need more of it in that in this world!

Here's how you can get in touch with Denise:

Phone: 561-589-5375

Web: https://www.vagaro.com/vibrantmobilehealth

Email: [email protected]

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Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

81: Cheryl Myers on the Most Clinically Studied Curcumin in the World. Different Formulations for Acute Pain Relief vs Longevity and the many problems from Inflammation

Holistic Health Heroes

04/13/25 • 59 min

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Inflammation is a big problem for us all. From our modern diet and food system to chronic stress it seems we just can't escape it!

And because that's the case it's often a big cause of pain. So what does a person do when they are battling pain on an ongoing basis? Unfortunately many times it's run to the cabinet for over-the-counter pain relievers that sadly do have some side effects.

But what if you could get pain relief from something with out side effects but rather something that has side BENEFITS?

My guest in this episode is Cheryl Myers, head of Scientific Affairs and Education at Europharma, Inc., the parent company of Terry Naturally. She is responsible for product research, education outreach, and serves as a liaison with leaders in integrative health.

Cheryl has been a featured on over 250 radio and TV shows and she’s a well-known advocate of integrating natural with mainstream medicine.

Here are some of the products mentioned in this episode, from our store:

CuraMed: https://ngvitamins.com/product/curamed-750-mg/

CuraMed Acute Pain, Liquid Gel: https://ngvitamins.com/product/curamed-acute-pain-relief/

Curamin Extra Strength: https://ngvitamins.com/product/copy-of-curamin-extra-strength/

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Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

14: Busting Salt Myths: Good Salt, Bad Salt and the book, The Salt Fix

Holistic Health Heroes

01/29/24 • 20 min

Turns out, a low salt diet is "miserable and dangerous," according to Dr. James DiNicolantonio in his book, The Salt Fix: Why the Experts Got It All Wrong--and How Eating More Might Save Your Life.
Not only does a low salt diet put stress on your organs, it may cause you to eat more food and more of the wrong foods. This can result in weight gain and potentially more serious negative health impacts as well.

So, in this episode I am busting some myths about salt. Plus, I touch on the history, the differences between various types of salt and common "knowledge" you might be basing your dietary decisions on that now seems to be revealed as untrue.

PRODUCTS mentioned at the end of the show include:
*Nature's Garden of Naples, L-Carnitine 500 mg

https://ngvitamins.com/products/l-carnitine-500-mg-60-vegan-capsules?_pos=2&_sid=7229e4b24&_ss=r

*Nature's Garden of Naples, Omega-3 Once Daily

https://ngvitamins.com/products/omega-3-once-daily?_pos=9&_sid=467101335&_ss=r

*REGARDING LINKS: We are a small business at Nature's Garden of Naples, so keeping the website up-to-date can be a challenge. If any of the links provided in these show notes are broken over time, please reach out direct at 239-643-4959. We would love to help!

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28: Lisa Harrington, Anxiety and Trauma Specialist discusses EMDR therapy and a Holistic Mental Health Approach

Holistic Health Heroes

05/05/24 • 44 min

Lisa Harrington LMFT, QS, CIT is a licensed psychotherapist in Florida specializing in anxiety, stress, and complex trauma, particularly related to relationship and family issues.
She is the owner of a holistic, mind-body based virtual therapy practice named “Mindful Life Solutions.”
Lisa helps her clients break free of limiting mindsets from the past, so they can step into happiness in the present.
She is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, one of the foremost brain-based therapy models effective in treating trauma.
In this episode we discuss, trauma, anxiety, empaths and more!
You can find Lisa at: http://mindfullifesolutionsllc.com
And here are a few suggestions for supplements to consider when facing anxiety:
Gaba Ease capsule:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/gaba-ease-%E2%84%A2-calming-support?_pos=2&_sid=1f0830717&_ss=r
Anxiety Ease tincture:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/anxiet-ease-2oz-1oz-bottle?_pos=1&_sid=9919b7c65&_ss=r&variant=37229667451039
Ashwagandha:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/ashwagandha-1oz?_pos=3&_sid=a1beaaf1c&_ss=r
B Complex:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/b-complex-100-100-vegetable-capsules?_pos=2&_sid=488ed9fc1&_ss=r
Magnesium:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/nighttime-magnesium-bisglycinate?_pos=2&_sid=4d4f86d20&_ss=r

Send us a text

Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

6: Mitzi Wilkinson Champion, Keto & the Proper Human Diet

Holistic Health Heroes

12/04/23 • 49 min

Welcome Mitzi Wilkinson Champion!
Eleven years ago, Mitzi says she was obese with a long list of medical conditions including: depression, ADD, fatty liver, pre-diabetic, insulin resistant, sleep apnea, acid reflux, joint pain, planter’s fasciitis, brain fog, gas and bloating, acne, and dry eye syndrome. In 2020 she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
Her own healing journey prompted her to study nutrition which led her to follow the low carb/keto/PHD (Proper Human Diet) lifestyle. Which, at the time of this writing, she has been following for more than seven years. Since starting it she has seen a marked improvement in her thyroid blood markers, lost 50 pounds and is currently on no medications.
Mitzi is certified as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP). And she recently finished her master’s degree in Public Health with a concentration in nutrition. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Health Sciences and is an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University. She also works for the US Army.
For the supplements mentioned on this show contact Tony at Nature's Garden at 239-643-4959 or visit https://ngvitamins.com/
NAC: N-Acetyl Cysteine 600 mg
Zinc: Whole Food Zinc 20 mg
D3 K2: Vitamins D3 & K2
B Complex: Coenzyme Methyl B-Complex
Electrolytes: Pure Power Electrolytes

Send us a text

Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

22: Holy Basil: Ancient adaptogen for the stress of our modern world

Holistic Health Heroes

03/23/24 • 13 min

I find it ironic that I was stressing about getting this episode done on time and I was talking all about how holy basil can help overcome stress! :)
My curiosity has been piqued about herbalism lately. How fascinating is it that plants that have existed for centuries can still help support our bodies today?! I, for one, love that!
And with chronic stress of the modern world forcing our minds and bodies out of balance, what better time than now to consider how herbs and adaptogens like holy basil can help.
Here are just a few articles referenced:
- https://drbrighten.com/holy-basil-benefits/
- https://www.botanyculture.com/health-benefits-of-holy-basil/#health-benefits
- https://draxe.com/nutrition/holy-basil-benefits/
And if you're curious to take a supplement or tincture of holy basil check out these:
Supplement:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/holy-basil-60-liquid-veggie-caps?_pos=3&_sid=dc571018d&_ss=r
Tincture:
https://ngvitamins.com/products/holy-basil-1oz?_pos=1&_sid=dc571018d&_ss=r
Say happy and healthy (and less stressed!) in the meantime.

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49: Chris Muneio: Investor, Restauranteur of Fern, Rancher at Ranchers Reserve: Regenerative Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Why sourcing Your Meat Locally is Best

Holistic Health Heroes

09/29/24 • 45 min

I have known for some time now that I need to up my game when it comes to sourcing my meat. I want to eat the healthiest choice I can find and I now know I can no longer rely on the "grocery store" (even the 'healthy'/expensive ones) for good, quality protein. Sure, I get what I can in Naples at our store Nature's Garden when I'm there but what about when I'm back on the East Coast?
That's why I am so thrilled I was able to speak with Chris Muneio of Ranchers Reserve on this episode. Chris and his business partner decided to open a restaurant in downtown West Palm Beach, FL just a few years ago and one year later decided to become ranchers. Talk about making bold moves... mad respect! Ranchers Reserve is a privately owned, 85 acre cattle farm in Okeechobee raising wagyu beef and Berkshire pork. I was also thrilled to find out he is opening a butcher shop in Fall 2024 (of which, I'm sure to be a regular customer!). More big plans on the horizon for this entrepreneur and I can't wait to see what is in store.
Thank you for being a creator of new things, Chris! And of course, for joining me as a guest.
Find Chris at his creations:
https://ranchersreservewagyu.com/
https://www.fernstreetwpb.com/

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Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Organ meats are the ultimate superfoods, with concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals and protein that few other foods can match. Go to EatPluck.com and enter CODE: HHHPodcast for 15% OFF

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

19: Candida: Sounding the alarm on fungal infections as a root cause for severe illness, including cancer.

Holistic Health Heroes

03/04/24 • 28 min

Candida is not what you think... it's MORE.
There is so little known about this that most think it's just one thing: yeast infections. But in fact, it's a lot more harmful. Especially when it comes to an overgrowth or Candidiasis.
In this episode, I aim to raise awareness about how common candida (or having an overgrowth or imbalance of it) is, what illnesses or diagnosis may be linked to fungal overgrowth and more.
Not to mention it's difficult to test for and many doctors don't believe it's a problem! So what do you do?
Tune in to learn more about what candida really is and how you can use diet and supplementation (along with an educated guide) to rid yourself of the bad bugs that can cause many more problems than meets the eye.
Products mentioned on this episode:

Candida ControlTM

https://ngvitamins.com/products/candida-control%E2%84%A2?_pos=1&_sid=66e41b136&_ss=r

Yeast Buster Herbal Tincture :

https://ngvitamins.com/products/yeast-buster-1oz?_pos=14&_sid=66e41b136&_ss=r

Vital CandiPURE, 14- Day Yeast Cleanse:

https://ngvitamins.com/products/vital-candipure?_pos=12&_sid=66e41b136&_ss=r

LINKS:
Doug Kaufmann has A LOT to say about this topic, so here’s just one video to get you started: https://youtu.be/jKvq27kn6fE?si=5zw6rTDkqg6X8pWO

His website is a must visit on this topic: https://knowthecause.com

Other articles :

https://www.mercola.com/ebook/yeast-infection.aspx

https://bodyecology.com/articles/can-digestive-enzymes-assist-in-controlling-candida-overgrowth/

https://drhyman.com/blog/2010/07/23/is-hidden-fungus-making-you-ill/

https://draxe.com/health/candida-symptoms/

As mentioned the episode, here's how to contact me:
https://www.uplevelc.com/contact

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Shop Vollara® Air & Surface Pro+ with us at Nature's Garden here: https://www.vollara.com/order/Air02/?u=naturesgarden OR call Tony at the store at: 239-643-4959

Join my community at: http://ngvitamins.com/insider

4: Fat Facts - Saturated Fat is Healthy!

Holistic Health Heroes

11/20/23 • 23 min

Truth bombs are going off!
This episode is inspired by the book, "The Big Fat Surprise: Why butter, meat and cheese belong in a healthy diet."
I find so many people are confused about what to eat. And why wouldn't we be when we are bombarded with marketing for "diets" all the time? Not to mention the 100 years of lobbying regarding nutrition.
Nina Teicholz is an investigative journalist and she does an amazing job in her book The Big Fat Surprise." I aim to shine a light on just a few ideas from her book and the 200 pages of research and resources.
If you want to get the book, click here.
If you're interested in any of the supplements mentioned:
Marine DHA with Omega 3 fatty acids- a vegan option
• Supports eye health
• Supports healthy brain function
• Supports cardiovascular health

Nature's Garden L-Carnitine:
L-Carnitine helps to transport long-chain fatty acids into the energy producing mitochondria.
Some benefits attributed to L-Carnitine include:
Increases endurance, enhances weight loss by supporting fat burning, boosts brain function and helps regulate blood sugar.
Overall, it's known to help support cardiovascular health.

Bluebonnet Acetyl L Carnitine: An amino acid that transports fatty acids to boost cellular energy.
Questions about what supplements are right for you?
Call Nature's Garden at 239-643-4959 and ask for Tony!

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How many episodes does Holistic Health Heroes have?

Holistic Health Heroes currently has 81 episodes available.

What topics does Holistic Health Heroes cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Alternative Health, Wellness, Holistic, Podcasts, Health, Alternative and Body.

What is the most popular episode on Holistic Health Heroes?

The episode title '6: Mitzi Wilkinson Champion, Keto & the Proper Human Diet' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Holistic Health Heroes?

The average episode length on Holistic Health Heroes is 37 minutes.

How often are episodes of Holistic Health Heroes released?

Episodes of Holistic Health Heroes are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Holistic Health Heroes?

The first episode of Holistic Health Heroes was released on Oct 29, 2023.

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Kery Knutson

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