80. Exploring Low Tox Living and Mineral Balancing with Fatima Pagtakhan

11/14/24 • 22 min

Midlife Rise + Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

What if your daily routine is unknowingly adding to your toxic load? And did you know that balancing your minerals might be the key to clearing brain fog and boosting your energy?

In this episode, I sit down with Fatima Pagtakhan, an Integrative Health Practitioner focused on Mineral Balancing. She helps highly driven women gain their energy back, clear brain fog, heal inflammation, and lose stubborn weight.

Fatima shares her expertise on reducing toxic load in daily life and explains why mineral balancing is essential for optimal health. As a homeschooling mom of four, and one on the way, with a small homestead, Fatima brings a wealth of knowledge on practical steps for minimizing toxins while keeping balance at the forefront.

In this episode, we discuss:

Tips for getting started with low tox living
The importance of checking out the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Dirty Dozen list when purchasing
Why avoiding ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and preservatives can support better health.
What is Mineral Balancing?
The Process of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis and how it provides insights into cellular health, helping to guide customized nutrition and supplement recommendations.
Common symptoms that indicate mineral imbalance, including fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and sleep issues.
The role of trauma and how it can impact mineral levels and overall well-being.

Connect with Fatima:

https://www.instagram.com/fatimapagtakhan

https://www.facebook.com/fatima.luceia13

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-pagtakhan-ihp2-3193b7271/

The Ultimate Energy Checklist: https://kindheartlifestyle.ck.page/781251353f

Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/

Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/

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What if your daily routine is unknowingly adding to your toxic load? And did you know that balancing your minerals might be the key to clearing brain fog and boosting your energy?

In this episode, we discuss:

Tips for getting started with low tox living
The importance of checking out the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Dirty Dozen list when purchasing
Why avoiding ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and preservatives can support better health.
What is Mineral Balancing?
The Process of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis and how it provides insights into cellular health, helping to guide customized nutrition and supplement recommendations.
Common symptoms that indicate mineral imbalance, including fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and sleep issues.
The role of trauma and how it can impact mineral levels and overall well-being.

Connect with Fatima:

https://www.instagram.com/fatimapagtakhan

https://www.facebook.com/fatima.luceia13

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-pagtakhan-ihp2-3193b7271/

The Ultimate Energy Checklist: https://kindheartlifestyle.ck.page/781251353f

Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/

Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/

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79. How to Prioritize Health Over Weight Loss in Midlife with Monique Willingham

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Curious about how to feel strong, energized, and confident in midlife without focusing on weight alone? In this episode, I am joined by Monique Willingham to address the real drivers of health, including managing visceral fat, supporting hormonal shifts, and optimizing your well-being through a weight-neutral approach.

Monique Willingham is a certified Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Remedy Green. As a native of Maryland with a passion for wellness and beauty, Monique has dedicated over 15 years to clinical excellence in oncology, surgery, and overall well-being.

Monique’s commitment goes beyond traditional healthcare; she is certified in cosmetic injections and continuously expands her expertise through ongoing education in medical cannabis, infusion-based cellular health, micronutrient therapy, peptide therapy, food as medicine, and therapeutic exercise programs. Her mission is simple yet profound: to offer patients a personalized, holistic journey towards feeling and looking their best, rooted in love and grace.

In this episode:

Understanding Visceral Fat, what it is and why it increases during midlife.
Understanding how hormones like estrogen and testosterone can lead to changes in fat distribution, particularly around the abdomen, and what steps can help counterbalance these effects.
What role stress management, sleep, and mindset play in weight loss and wellbeing.
What you can do now to increase your wellness, such as what to eat and ways to move your body.
Why shifting the focus from weight loss to muscle maintenance, bone health, and flexibility to ensure mobility and vitality is the best thing you can do for yourself
Ways that Sara and Monique help their clients in midlife.

Resources Mentioned:

Remedy Green’s Website: https://remedygreenwellness.com/about-us/

Remedy Green’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remedygreen/

Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

Learn more about my upcoming retreats to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/

Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/

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81. Setting Boundaries and Protecting Your Peace During the Holidays with Lauren Massa, Forest Beach Counseling Services

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The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but for many, it also brings stress, triggers, and the resurfacing of unresolved trauma.

Lauren Massa joins the podcast to share her tips for setting boundaries and protecting your peace this holiday season! Lauren is a licensed counselor and clinical trauma clinician practicing in MD and CO. She feels passionately about building a relationship with her clients to strengthen their self-views and heal from the traumas they may have experienced throughout their lifetime. She loves her work with local moms searching for support on reinforcing boundaries and rediscovering their voices and strength, as well as specializing in the neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ communities. In her free time, you will typically find Lauren out enjoying the sunshine with her cats or chickens while on the lookout for good book suggestions!

In this episode:

How trauma from childhood or past experiences can affect our holiday experiences.
The role of boundaries in protecting your emotional well-being.
Tools like breathwork and intentional decision-making to create space before responding to holiday demands.
Why understanding your worth is essential to setting and maintaining boundaries.
Practical tips for navigating difficult family dynamics with clarity and compassion.
How to redefine holiday traditions to align with your values and needs.

Resources:

Website: https://www.forestbeachcounseling.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forestbeachcounseling/

Lauren’s Blog Post, “5 Tips for Setting Boundaries this Holiday Season”: https://www.forestbeachcounseling.com/blog/5-tips-for-setting-boundaries-this-holiday-season

Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/

Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/