Are you experiencing a host of negative health symptoms, but have no idea what is causing them? Or have spent boatloads of money, but feel like you’re living in a never-ending loop of suffering? Rather than just suppressing symptoms, naturopathic doctors work to identify underlying causes of illness and develop personalized treatment plans to address them. 

Our guest, Dr. Julia Greenspan, is a naturopathic doctor with over 17 years of experience treating over 10,000 patients.  She is the author of the holistic guide for long-haul infections called Rising Above Lyme Disease: A Revolutionary, Holistic Approach to Managing and Reversing the Symptoms of Lyme Disease and Reclaiming Your Life. Dr. Greenspan specializes in complex chronic (Long-haul) infections, Lyme disease/Co-infections, illnesses due to environmental toxicity (like heavy metals and mold), neuropsychiatric illnesses caused by infection (PANDAS/PANS), SIBO, mast cell activation (MCAS), chronic UTIs, repeated sinus infections, and bioidentical hormone therapy.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    What defines long-haul infections beyond COVID-19

2.    What mast cell activation syndrome is and the symptoms

3.    How heavy metals and mold toxicity contribute to chronic infections

4.    How to assess the presence of toxins and the impact of infections in the body

5.    How to treat mold and heavy metal toxicity

You can learn more about Dr. Greenspan’s incredible services at: https://www.greenhousemedicine.com. She and her team of specially-trained naturopathic and functional medicine practitioners are dedicated to getting to the heart of the matter. 

We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/97-lyme-mold-mcas-environmental-toxins/.

Who wants more money this year? Silly question, right? We could all do more with more money in 2024, yes? But for the money to start rolling in, consider that you first may have to change your mindset around money.

Money can bring us absolute joy. But it can also bring unbelievable stress. And fear. And frustration. And unhappiness. Is it any wonder that we unconsciously push money away when it brings us negative feelings? But, the more we push money away, the more unhappy we become with our money and our lives. But we can change our relationship with money and open the channels to happiness.

Our guest, Ken Honda is Japan’s #1 bestselling personal development guru and author of Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money with book sales surpassing eight million copies. 

Ken is here to help us break the unhealthy patterns that keep us trapped in a stressful and unhappy life and to discuss six money mindset resolutions for 2024.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    Why you should say these words when spending and receiving money

2.    Why you should appreciate what you currently have

3.    How to adopt an abundance mindset

4.    What trusting life has to do with abundance 

5.    Steps to forgive and heal your money wounds 

6.    How to discover, develop, and share your gifts

 If you want to heal your relationship with money, you can learn more about Ken’s incredible work at https://kenhonda.com/. 

Thanks for being with us today, friends. We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/.

It's without question that environmental toxins are wreaking havoc on our health today. The prevalence of these toxins is posing a significant threat to public health, affecting everything from childhood development to adult chronic illnesses. A toxic environment and inflammation may even play a role in cancer. Fine-particulate air pollution present in the air we inhale daily can incite an inflammatory cascade and spur previously dormant mutant cells to form tumors.

Our guest, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, a renowned functional medicine expert in environmental medicine and a leading voice in the field of holistic health and wellness and the author of You Can Fix Your Brain and The Autoimmune Fix, guides us through understanding the unseen threats in our everyday environment while offering practical solutions for safeguarding the health of our families – especially our children.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    Some of the most common environmental toxins affecting family health today

2.    How toxins impact children's health and development

3.    The long-term health implications of early exposure to toxins

4.    Some common misconceptions about environmental toxins and health

5.    Why functional medicine is particularly well-suited to treating toxin exposure

6.    Strategies for reducing exposure to environmental toxins at home

7.    The role nutrition plays in combating the effects of environmental toxins

You can learn more about Dr. Tom at https://thedr.com/ (how simple is that?). His new docuseries THE INFLAMMATION EQUATION: Decoding the Steps for Optimal is available to stream and we’ll be sure to put the link to that in the show notes.

As always, we’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/95-navigating-the-toxins-hiding-in-plain-sight/.

We all feel stressed and anxious from time to time and, most of us enjoy a daily routine and order. But, how do you know when your anxiety has reached an unhealthy level? According to the CDC, 27.3% of Americans aged 18 and over have symptoms of an anxiety disorder; that’s over a quarter of the adult population in the United States.

For some people, they feel anxious when something isn’t done or they find themselves fighting irrational or unwanted urges to repeat these tasks. These are symptoms of OCD, or Obsessive-compulsive disorder; a chronic anxiety disorder where a person experiences unreasonable, uncontrollable, or recurring thoughts followed by a behavioral response that causes anxiety. Today, OCD affects 1 in 40 adults and 1 in 100 children in the U.S.

Our guest, Matt Codde, personally struggled with OCD and anxiety in his late teens and early 20s. Matt is a licensed clinical social worker. Through his journey to recovery, he developed a versatile and unique approach to OCD & anxiety recovery by combining personal experience with evidence-based practices. He is currently the host of the OCD & Anxiety podcast, the director of the online platform Restored Minds, and the Author of From Stuck to UnStuck.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Why Matt chose to work specifically with people who struggle with OCD and anxiety

2. Misconceptions people have about OCD & Anxiety

3. The trigger word that is the root of most stress

4. Can people recover from OCD/Anxiety? 

5. What the Triple-A Response is

6. A good next step for anyone struggling who wants to learn more

You can learn more about Matt’s incredible work line at https://www.restoredminds.com/ where you can join his program or work with Matt one-on-one. Also, check his new book, From Stuck to UnStuck, on Amazon https://amzn.to/3S7fEd6. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/94-tips-to-reduce-stress-anxiety-and-ocd/.

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Think you may live in an asthma capital? Hang tight because our guest today is going to tell you. If sniffling, sneezing, stuffy nose, and watery eyes have got you down, you’re not alone. More than 100 million Americans suffer from various types of allergies, including 81 million with seasonal allergic rhinitis, triggered by pollen and mold allergies.

And, then there’s asthma; a complex chronic condition that that more than 27 million people in the U.S. suffer from, about 1 in 12 people.

Our guest, Kenneth Mendez; President & CEO of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), is clearing the air on allergies and asthma. He’s revealing the AAFA’s2023 Asthma Capitals™ report that highlights the most challenging cities to live with asthma.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    The Top 10 Asthma Capitals in the US for 2023

2.    The symptoms of allergies

3.    The most common types of allergens

4.    Tips to avoid allergic exposures in and around our home

5.    Different fates of asthma between males and females

6.    The two types of asthma and their differences

7.    The symptoms of asthma and the best treatments available

8.    Reasons certain racial or ethnic groups have higher rates of asthma, asthma attacks, and/or asthma deaths.

You can learn more about the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America at https://aafa.org/. 

Head to RonandLisa.com/Podcast to get the show notes and Healthier Home Checklist and the Asthma-Friendly Home Checklist. These are free to download thanks to the AAFA.

How’s your sleep? Today, about 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep or wakefulness disorders which are associated with a growing number of health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers.

If you can relate, you don’t want to miss this episode. Our guest, Jack Dell’Accio, CEO and founder of Essentia, has worked with some of the world's top athletes as well as health gurus, professional athletes, and teams in the NBA, NFL, MLS, and over 25% of active NHL players to optimize their recovery and performance.

Essentia’s organic mattress has been recognized by the Mayo Clinic’s Well Living Lab and has been named the #1 foam mattress by Consumer Reports for 7 consecutive years. Jack is here to present the results of a double-blind sleep study of professional athletes which proves Essentia can extend the time spent in REM and Deep Sleep cycles by 20% to 60%.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How Jack started Essentia after a family member was diagnosed with cancer
• How Essentia’s patented Beyond Latex™ organic foam is made  and its health benefits
• How Essentia’s foam differs from other latex mattresses
• How Essentia is standing apart as the mattress for the biohacking community
• What Activated Quartz technology is and what it means in terms of cooling for the sleeper
• What Essentia’s EMF protection foam is
• How springs in a mattress can be harmful
• How understanding your posture can help you choose the right mattress

You can learn more about Essentia’s line of nontoxic bedding products at https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1189577&u=148460&m=16651&urllink=&afftrack= 

You can find all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/the-worlds-healthiest-memory-foam-mattress/

Did you know that conventional labs miss 50% of Lyme cases? If you’ve been diagnosed with environmentally acquired illnesses or Lyme disease (or suspect you have either), you DON’T want to miss this episode. 

Our guest, Dr. T Emily Rowe, is the Co-Founder of Miami Beach Comprehensive Wellness Center. Emily graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2004 with a doctorate in medicine. After a brief time in the field of Internal Medicine, she became frustrated with the Western approach to illness. She realized that she was being trained to treat the symptoms of the disease and its end-stage complications while failing to address its root cause. 

Dr. Emily specializes in the treatment of complex chronic medical illnesses using a comprehensive range of therapies that address the underlying causes of the patient's illness rather than merely the symptoms.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Dr. Emily’s journey with Lyme disease
2. The 8 Signs That Your Aches and Pains May be Due to Lyme Disease and other Tick-Borne Infections
3. The importance of an integrated approach to patient care
4. The five elements of traditional Chinese medicine
5. The role these 5 elements play in the balance of energies in the body, contributing to everything from our personality traits to health and well-being
6. How Chinese medicine and acupuncture are used for pain management
7. Advice for the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other stealth infections
8. Practical tips to start regaining control of your health right away

You can learn more about Dr. Emily’s services at https://www.miamibeachcwc.com/. And, you’ll find all of the links in the show notes at www.RonadLisa.com/Podcast

Have you ever thought about how much your emotions influence your health? Could emotional trauma be the root cause of most of the discomfort and illness you experience in your life?

Stress is an epidemic in modern life. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly half of all U.S. adults (49%) say that stress has negatively affected their behavior. According to our guest – stress is negatively affecting our health. 

Dr. Bradley Nelson is the author of the bestselling book "The Emotion Code: How to Release Your Trapped Emotions for Abundant Health, Love, and Happiness, the creator of The Body Code system, and the CEO of Discover Healing. Dr. Bradley has discerned that most of the physical discomfort and emotional distress his patients suffered was rooted in trapped emotions—the unseen emotional baggage we carry from hurtful life experiences. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

•    How to identify and release the emotional baggage that harms health and relationships.
•    Why emotions are the underlying cause of most illness
•    What “trapped emotions” are and how they affect our health.
•    What energy healing is
•    How to determine if physical symptoms are related to emotional causes. 
•    The illnesses that are most likely to be caused or exacerbated by trapped emotions. 
•    What recent research has discovered about the role of the heart in our emotional and physical health. 
•    What “Heart-Walls,” are and why many people suffer from them without realizing it. 
•    Signs a person may have a “Heart-Wall”    
•    Some simple steps people can take to address these root causes to live healthier, happier lives.
•    Effects of stress on our health? 
•    Tips people can do to lower their stress levels and better cope with the stress in their lives.  

To snag a free copy of the Emotion Code Starter Kit, visit RonandLisa.com. You can learn about Dr. Bradley and his work at https://discoverhealing.com/

We’ll have all the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/.

A study published in May 2023 in the journal, Environmental Science & Technology, found that more than 100 types of common consumer products contain at least one and often multiple chemicals linked to cancer or reproductive and developmental problems.

Our guest needs no introduction. She is the granddaughter of Dr. Emanuel Bronner, founder of Dr. Bronner’s. Unless you’ve been living under a toxic kitchen sink, you’ve likely heard of Dr. Bronner’s line of ALL-ONE magic soaps. a family-owned company founded on the principle of universal peace and safety; a family brand of soap makers since 1858. Lisa is a prolific writer, consumer advocate, and speaker on health and green lifestyle issues. She is the author of the blog, “Going Green with a Bronner Mom,” and author of SOAP & SOUL: A Practical Guide to Minding Your Home, Your Body, and Your Spirit with Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    The incredible story of Dr. Bronner's, and how it came to be the household name it is today.

2.    How to read labels and avoid greenwashing to ensure what you’re buying for your family is safe.

3.    Unregulated terms that can trip consumers up on home and body product labels.

4.    How to determine what you purchase in the cleaning or body care aisle beyond the fancy packaging and marketing terms.

5.    Tips to use non-toxic, environmentally-friendly options to replace everything from kitchen cleaning spray to laundry detergent to shampoo.

6.    5 unexpected ways to use castile soap around the house, office, and car.

7.    How to swap out common household cleaners for a more non-toxic home and a greener planet?

You can learn more about Dr. Bronner’s line of nontoxic products at DrBronner.com Or, be sure to pick up a copy of Lisa’s new book, A Practical Guide to Minding Your Home, Your Body, and Your Spirit with Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps. Learn more at Going Green with Lisa Bronner at LisaBronner.com

Thanks for being with us today, friends. We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at RonandLisa.com/Podcast.

One of the questions we get asked most often is ‘I think my home has mold. What should I do?’ Today, we’re diving deep into how mold growth Is linked to disease, chronic health problems, and even death.

Our guest, Brandon Faust, owns and founded Mold Solutionshttps://moldsolutions.com/, an industry-leading Indoor Air Quality company specializing in top-tier remediation, atomized sanitization, and duct cleaning services. Brandon’s dedication stems from witnessing his family's struggle with unexplained chronic illnesses.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. The most common health risks associated with mold exposure.
2. The specific age groups and individuals with certain health conditions that are more susceptible to mold-related health issues.
3. How to identify potential mold issues in your surroundings.
4. When it’s time to seek professional assistance.
5. The red flags or indicators that suggest a mold problem may be present, even if it's not immediately visible.
6. The difference between wet molds and dry molds.

7. The different types of molds and mycotoxins.
8. Why it's essential to hire a professional for mold remediation.
9. Common misconceptions about mold remediation and its effects on health.
10. Some preventative maintenance tips to stop mold from growing in a home, especially for living in areas with high humidity.

11. Tips to create a mold-resistant home or work environment to ensure long-term health and well-being.

To snag your special gift, the 15 Tips to Prevent Mold in Your Home, head to the show notes, head over to the show notes at RonandLisa.com/Podcast. We'll have all of the links there as well.

How would you like to pause or reverse the aging process? If you answered yes, you’re in the right place. You’ve probably heard the buzz about the anti-aging movement from influential celebrity bio-hackers like Tom Brady and others called biohacking. Emerging research showcases biohacking techniques that have aged mice and then made them younger. This exploration has peeled back the layers of aging, revealing the difference between 'biological age' – rooted in cellular appearance based on biochemistry – and 'chronological age' – the count of years since birth.

Our guest is anti-aging expert and physiologist, William Moore. William is a renowned expert in the field of wellness and longevity and the owner of AdvancedYOU in Dallas, an anti-aging clinic. He reveals the what biohacking phenomenon entails, including risks and benefits.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

·         Deciphering biological age versus chronological age

·         The most sought-after biohacks

·         What Exosome Therapy is

·         The health benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers

·         What Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy is and how it helps in the anti-aging process

·         What EWOT (Exercise with Oxygen Therapy) is

·         Photobiomodulation (PBM Light Therapy) and its benefits

·         What Metabolic Testing (PNOĒ) entails and who should get it

We’ll have the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/87-biohacking-breakthroughs-to-reverse-aging/. You can learn more about William’s services at https://advanced-you.com/.

When you think of an addict, most of us visualize a homeless person or someone in a crack house, not a housewife, a wealthy exec, or successful CEO.

Our guest today, software developer and business owner, Dave Ford, had never smoked a cigarette or taken illegal drugs growing up. But when his wife suggested he see a doctor for ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), he NEVER suspected that he’d be spending the next 10 years as a raging addict to Adderall. Adderall is a stimulant medication of mixed amphetamine salts that contains two active drugs: amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. 

Dave’s doctor never mentioned that Adderall has the potential to be addictive and potentially habit-forming. In Dave’s case, it was. According to Dave, ‘No one ever told me that the really dangerous shit doesn’t come from the drug dealer. It comes from your family doctor.’

In March 2023, the U.S. CDC reported an unprecedented spike in stimulant prescriptions between 2020 and 2021; the sharpest increase happening in women between the ages of 20 and 49 during the pandemic.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    Some of the ways the Adderall addiction wrecked Dave’s life, relationships, and livelihood.

2.    Dave’s message for doctors who prescribe drugs like Phentermine and Adderall.

3.    Signs can parents, spouses, friends, or co-workers can look for to determine if a loved one may be suffering from an Adderall addiction.

4.    What the term Dopesick means.

5.    Dave’s rock bottom moment and detoxification experience.

6.    The biggest misconceptions when it comes to prescription pill addiction.

7.    Advice on where someone can begin to seek help and get on the road to recovery.

Free help is available. If high-priced, luxury recovery centers are not an option or you don’t have insurance, look for a local 12-step program or reach out to your local church. Mariner’s Church offers services at marinerschurch.org/care-recovery/ with locations throughout southern California.

We’ll have the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/86-adderall-alert-from-prescription-to-addiction/

DISCLAIMER: The contents of this site are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Nikola Tesla once said, "If you only knew the magnificence of the 3, 6, and 9, then you would have a key to the universe.”

Can telephone numbers, bank account numbers, and business & residence address numbers determine a person’s level of income, health status, and how that person gets along with a partner and family members? Our guest today and world-renowned numerologist and author of The Power of Home Numbers and All About Numbers, Jesse Kalsi says YES!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1.    What the influences and qualities are of each number from 1 through 9 are, as well as the amplifier number, 0.

2.    What the original method of number patching that Jessie created is and how it can drastically improve a home or business’ vibrations.

3.    The endless combinations of numbers on homes or businesses that are responsible for success or failure, happiness or desperation.

4.    The timing of numbers and how can anyone listening work with — and not against — the cycles of life to make progress and eliminate confusion and frustration.

5.    Energies of famous addresses, politicians, and celebrities.

6.    The proper use of jewelry, crystals, and tokens to elevate one’s energy and expand our sense of awareness.

You can learn more about Jesse by visiting www.jessekalsi.com, or follow him on Instagram @iamjessekalsi. Just head to ronandlisa.com/blog to get all of the links including the links to his books at www.RonandLisa.com/Podcast.

The decision to diminish fine lines and look our best via a noninvasive injection weighs heavily on both women and men today.

If you have used, or are considering using, Botox, also known as Botulinum neurotoxin serotype A, you don’t want to miss this episode. Botox is big business; the global Botulinum Toxins Market is projected to grow from $7.49 billion in 2023 to $10.62 billion by 2030. But, besides the price tag, is there a cost to the user’s health long-term? Especially considering researchers at The University of Queensland have shown how Botox is transported via our nerves back to the central nervous system.

Our guest, Emily Trampetti, is a Master Licensed Esthetician and founder of Skin Property is here to shed light on this dark side of our obsession for a more youthful appearance.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

·         Why someone listening should avoid Botox and its competitors.

·         The long-term effects most people don’t know about.

·         Some of the psychological beauty factors that push the hype of Botox and other invasive preventative measures.

·         How some clinics and companies are breaking the law by advertising Botox and even purchasing Botox illegally.

·         Tips to age well and with grace.

·         Factors people should people be paying attention to as they age, and when.

If you suffer from various skin issues including acne, severe dryness, rosacea, eczema, and even premature wrinkles, head over to skinproperty.co to learn more or book a consultation with Emily. We’ll have the links to all of the links in the show notes at Ronandlisa.com/Podcast.

Recent research reveals that the ingredients in the foods we eat, pollution in the air we breathe, and toxins in the goods we use on a daily basis are changing our bodies in harmful or bizarre ways, and in real time. Leo Trasande, an expert in children's environmental health at NYU, says, “These are chemicals that literally make us sicker, fatter, and poor." 

Of the over 40,000 in consumer use, less than 1% has been tested for safety, according to the EPA.

Our guest, Dr. Wendie Trubow, is a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine, a board-certified OBGYN, and President of the National Celiac Association. She is a certified functional medicine physician passionate about helping women optimize their health.

Key Takeaways:

1.    The role toxins play in regard to inflammation, and ultimately the development of many diseases and chronic conditions.

2. Why after trying just about every diet and exercise trend, many people still can't lose weight, especially after a certain age.
3. The role sleep plays when it comes to the body being able to detox properly. 
4. How we can lower our risk of being exposed to toxic ingredients in our beauty and cleaning products.
5. The types of ingredients we should try to avoid.
6. Why most people with celiac disease are undiagnosed or misdiagnosed.
7. The healthy food choices that are worth the expense, and where is it okay to save a few bucks.

You can learn more about Dr. Wendie at https://fivejourneys.com/. Be sure to check out Dr. Wendie’s book, “Dirty Girl: Ditch the Toxins, Look Great, and Feel Freaking Amazing!”. Head to RonandLisa to get all of the details and show notes at www.RonandLisa.com/Podcast.  
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Nikola Tesla referred to "scalar energy" as "radiant energy" and felt that this was the primal force in the universe. Our guest, Tom Paladino, describes scaler light as the natural energy from the Sun as well as the stars; the fundamental life force found everywhere in the world, space, and universe. Chi, prana, OM, mana, life force, pyramid energy, or zero-point energy are all synonymous terms for scalar energy.

Tom Paladino began his research with scalar energy during his undergraduate years Inspired by various scientists, especially Tesla. Tom theorized that all energy in the universe initiates as scalar energy; and that the Sun of our solar system and the stars of the universe are the points of origin, “the storehouses,” for scalar energy. Tom further theorized that scalar energy is instructive energy, as the entire universe is instructed by this Divine Essence.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1.    Where scalar energy originates and its nature

2.    The difference between scalar energy and electromagnetic energy

3.    How scalar energy transmutes matter

4.    How scalar energy / scalar light turns on the ability to form our nutrients

5.    How Tom uses scalar energy to allow him to enhance someone’s energetic state of being by way of their photograph

6.    The future of scalar energy and how its acceptance could serve

       to change the world for the better?

7.    Unique experiences Tom witnessed when working with

       scalar energy in your laboratory

8.    How scalar energy is everywhere in the universe and thus transcends time and space

9.    How scalar energy is the cause of time

1. How scalar energy assembles and maintains all physical forms

1. How scalar energy can be utilized as an unlimited supply of energy and put an end to the energy crisis

1. How Scalar Light can balance the 7 major chakras and the 12 meridian points

     Tom is offering Healthy Home Hacks listeners 15 days of free scalar light sessions which consist of 1) chakra balance, 2) pathogen cleanse, and 3) nutrient therapy. Head to www.scalarlight.com to access these free sessions!

We’ll have all the links in the show notes at RonandLisa.com/Podcast. Stay tuned for the next episode and get ready to up-level your health.

DISCLAIMER: The contents of this site are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

You’ve likely heard of BPA – or – Bisphenol A; a chemical used in most polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. While it’s been popular with manufacturers for decades, mostly because of its unique physical ability to harden plastic, research has uncovered some disturbing facts about BPA. Our guest, Melissa Cooper Sargent, an environmental health advocate sheds light on a recent study by the Ecology Center based in Michigan which operates the Healthy Stuff Lab; a scientific research project whose team of scientists conducts research and tests consumer products, air, soil, water, fish, food and more for toxic chemicals. The study found toxic chemicals in 80% of paper receipts tested from large retailers in the US.

Key Takeaways

1. What toxic chemical is being used to replace BPA in receipts
2. How common BPS (Bisphenol S) or BPA is in receipts today
3. The health concerns associated with BPA and BPS
4. Improvements seen since 2018
5. What people receiving receipts should do
6. What cashiers or their employers can do

Head over to www.ecocenter.org to learn more. And be sure to also visit ToxicFreeFuture.org for more information.

We’ll have the links to all of the links in the show notes at www.Ronandlisa.com/Podcast.

With mortgage rates soaring to the highest they've been in 20 years, Americans are wondering what it means for the housing market and economy, especially now that it's 2023. Financial expert and mortgage advisor, Erica Davis, The Stylish Lender, is here to answer all questions on this topic.

Whether you’re looking to buy your second home at the beach, a vacation property, or finally get in on that first-time buyer deal, today’s guest and her team can help! If you’re curious about this year’s forecasts, listen now. Erica covers everything from what should you buy, sell, rent, and refinance, as well as interest rates, rising rents, and the biggest mistakes for first-time home buyers.

Key Takeaways:

• Overview of the 2023 mortgage trends, predictions, and forecast
• The housing market trends happening right now
• How to save for a down payment for a first home
• How house values are changing in the current market
• The benefits of buying and selling right now
• How to refinance a home to get out of debt
• What buying down your interest rate means for your monthly payment
• What to do if you’re experiencing rising rent
• How to save enough money to buy a house
• First-time home buyers' mistakes to avoid 
  

Learn more at: TheStylishLender.com. You can find all the links in the show notes at RonandLisa.com/Podcast.

Have you ever stopped to consider the quality of the air your child is breathing every day in their classroom? It’s a fact that indoor air quality can affect IQ test scores, and cognitive development (even during prenatal exposure) and trigger respiratory illnesses like asthma and allergies. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), nearly 26 million people in the U.S. suffer from asthma. This equates to 1 in 13 people; it’s a leading chronic disease in children. Currently, there are about 4.8 million children under the age of 18 with asthma.

Did you know poor indoor air quality can also affect cognitive function in not just adults, but children and teens? According to IQAir, research reveals that breathing polluted air could impair memory and reasoning, reduce academic performance, and even lower intelligence.

Today, we’re thrilled to bring back Glory Dolphin Hammes, CEO of IQAir North America. We’re picking up from episode #75 where we discussed how air quality affects our sleep. Today, we’re diving deeper into the importance of air quality in schools and how it’s affecting children. 

Glory’s inspiration and passion for clean air for all led to the IQAir Foundation, a nonprofit focused on providing clean air for kids with air quality filtration technology and monitoring in schools located in the most polluted communities in the US.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1.           What an IQAir clean air facility is
2.            How IQAir collaborates with schools to help their facilities become clean air schools
3.            How teen exposure to poor air quality could reduce IQ levels long-term
4.            How breathing polluted air can impair memory and reasoning, reduce academic performance, and even lower intelligence
5.            The correlation between students testing higher with excellent air quality
6.            What the AirVisual app is and what makes it the number 1 air quality app in the world
7.            What a public monitoring station is
8.          How people contribute and participate in clean air awareness

IQAir is offering $25 off the indoor/outdoor monitor AirVisual Bundle. Just head to IQair.com and enter the discount code: RONANDLISA25 at checkout. This discount applies to each eligible item per order. There is no minimum purchase requirement, it applies to all customers, there are no usage limits, and the code is active from now until May 31, 2023.

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You’ve likely heard of fast food and probably even fast fashion, but have you heard of fast furniture? Similar to food and fashion, the fast furniture trend has gained attention for its negative environmental and social impact. 

Disposable furniture offers affordable on-trend home décor options, yet, fast furniture is made quickly and cheaply with often toxic-laden materials, and since it typically only for a short period (1-3+ years) the furniture ends up in a landfill. According to experts, nearly 10 million tons of furniture piled up in landfills in 2018.

Here to shed light on this problem is our guest, Kristen Toth, President and COO of Fernish, a furniture and home decor rental service that’s making it as effortless as possible to create a home that allows you the high-quality, modern home furnishings you want - without the commitment or high upfront costs.

Key Takeaways:

1.           What the circular economy is and how Fernish is partaking in it
2.           What fast furniture means and ways it is damaging to our environment
3.          The sustainable measures Fernish has taken
4.           Besides sustainable efforts, some other reasons people use Fernish
5.           How Fernish’s partnership with Holos Communities is adding an extra layer to sustainability and social impact effort
6.           The areas of the country Fernish currently services

You can learn more about Fernish at www.Fernish.com. We’ll have all the links in the show notes at www. RonandLisa.com/Podcast. Stay tuned for the next episode. Get ready to up-level your health.