The Roots & Fruits Podcast (Josee Bosgra)

This week, we were elated to have the one and only Stephanie Seneff on the Roots & Fruits Podcast to dive into the horrific statistics around glyphosate and chronic disease. She clearly laid out the ways this all-too-common ingredient is wreaking havoc on human health at a cellular level, contrbuting to many chronic issues such as diabetes, cancer, autism, and more. Stephanie is a senior researcher from MIT who pursued glyphosate research and activism as a secondary career when her personal life took her down the rabbit hole. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY HOLISTIC GODDESS! To help your body detoxify this nasty poison, https://holisticgoddess.com/collections/naked-organs#shop?ref=gebdhyyw to stimulate your liver. Use code: ROOTSANDFRUITS to save at checkout! Where to conversation went: 1:50 Stephanie's journey 4:48 Glyphosate & vaccines 6:08 Trends of disease and glyphosate usage 8:00 Glyphosate destroys gut microbes and therefore sleep, mental health & more 12:14 Living and shopping intentionally organic 13:37 Regulatory issues, big agriculture & big pharma 15:51 The toll of modifying plants to withstand glyphosate 18:06 Glyphosate is contributing to climate change 19:44 Allllll about profit in agriculture 21:00 Tech-based solution suggestions for Bayer 22:25 How salad is poisoning moms & babies 26:05 Stephanie's Book: https://amzn.to/4dVIYw3 26:35 Glyphosate substituting for glycine by accident in protein synthesis? Stephanie's research findings that explain the many chronic diseases rising exponentially! 27:07 https://holisticgoddess.com/collections/naked-organs#shop?ref=gebdhyyw 29:33 More and more babies are born sick - is glyphosate a part of the equation? 31:33 How blood sugar issues are influenced by glyphosate 32:25 Wheat is sprayed with glyphosate RIGHT before harvest! 33:51 How to navigate the labels "non-GMO" vs. "organic" and regulation efforts in Europe and the USA 37:22 The agrichemical industry & the government are making it tricky to see change 40:37 Sugarcane farm workers & death by kidney failure in Nicaragua 42:12 We are at a toxic tipping point ... what's next? 42:43 Glyphosate & the hurricanes 44:48 If we could just get rid of glyphosate!!! 48:22 Why meat, brussel sprouts & sunshine ar important to help fight against glyphosate 50:27 Where to learn from Stephanie!

What's up Roots & Fruits community? We were blessed to sit down with our dear friend Esther Beazer, a movement enthusiast, mom of 4 and Active Life Processional. In this episode, we will explore the importance of movement, and get into Esther's story. We will dive into topics of body image and mindset, so be warned if these concepts trigger you. Here we go!

Helllloooo Roots & Fruits Fam! And welcome to our first attempt at podcasting.

The audio quality is not where we want it, we maybe rambled a little, but we are HERE for the journey and stoked to have you ride along with us.

We are soooo stinkin' excited to have meaningful and informative conversations over the months and years to come, and hope you enjoy this first conversation between husband and wife, the faces behind Roots & Fruits, to get to know us and have some fun!

Trigger Warning: Birth Trauma, Covid Vaccines. Things didn't go as planned for the birth of our first son. Some of the things were beyond control, but most of our terrible experience was thanks to ridiculous policies that were clearly not about health at all. When our son needed medical attention, before we could even catch a glimpse of his face, he was taken away from us, and we were not "allowed" to be with him. We are grateful for the amazing individuals who crossed our paths during this crappy experience, but we are also sharing for awareness of the mistreatment that occurred within hospital walls during the height of the pandemic. For our full birth story, take a listen!

Toxicity is such a huge underlaying factor in all chronic diseases. It's no wonder things like autoimmunity, infertility, cancer, ADHD and other life-long health struggles are on the rise in step with the dramatic increase of toxins.

Our bodies were designed to eliminate them, but not at the rate at which they are coming in.

This season is ALL ABOUT TOXICITY!

Here's what's coming down the pipeline:

• Environmental toxins, especially glyphosate. We are so excited to welcome Stephanie Seneff this season to dive into the rabbit hole of the infamous pesticide.
• Mold and other air quality disruptors
• Toxins in beauty & skincare products, how it disrupts your microbiome, and what to do about it
• Pharmaceuticals in meat, tap water and more, slowly accumulating in the body contributing to gut dysbiosis, tipping toxic loads, and consequently more
• We will discuss links between parasites and toxicity (why they love it)
• Further, diving into the ADHD and toxicity connection
• And we can't forget the idea of emotions being stored in our organs and unresolved trauma being toxic to the body

Many of us have challenges eliminating toxins. We refer to this clinically as drainage issues.

The more you can reduce the burden on your body, the quicker your body will clear it out.

The lack of nutrients in our standard north American diet causes many problems with our natural detoxification system. Processes within require nutrients from the foods that we eat that are dramatically decreasing in quantity thanks to soil depletion, genetic modification and other agricultural advancements that focus only on yield and profit, not health of the planet and it's people.

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Follow along for the fullness of Roots & Fruits has to offer!

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Ever wondered if your probiotic is just going to be a waste of money? You're going to want to check out this episode!

In the last episode of season one, Josee is joined by CEO of Injoy Gut Health, to talk all things microbiome testing, probiotic supplements, and the gut brain connection!

To view Injoy's microbiome testing kits, click here and use the code ROOTSFRUITS10 to save 10% AND receive feedback from Josee.

To view a SAMPLE report of Injoy's Comprehensive Microbiome report, click here.

Show Breakdown:

1:21 - Luca's Journey

2:35 - Where Injoy is heading

5:00 - The microbiome affects everything

6:32 - What is IBS?

9:10 - The Gut Brain Connection

12:45 - Dysbiosis (too much bad bacteria)

15:41 - Testing your microbiome

18:00 - Should I take a probiotic?

22:47 - Latest research on medical treatments

25:22 - Sample Collection with Injoy

27:40 - the THREE SAMPLE way!

28:25 - Using artificial intelligence to heal the gut

32:48 - The future of medical care

35:01 - SEASON ONE FINALE!

In today's episode we are joined by Josee and alllll your questions from Instagram!

Hear about Josee's experience on the Cellcore protocol and learn more about the popular topic of parasites.

⁠PARASITE QUESIONNAIRE⁠

⁠CELLCORE PRODUCTS⁠ (Josee's code is: xY5w4VIm )

⁠PAPAYA SEED PASTE RECIPE⁠

Mold is everywhere. And if it's behind your walls? It's in the air you breathe every day. With teeny tiny particles that can get through the smallest of spaces and cling to a lot of materials, once mold becomes a problem in your home it's important to take the appropriate steps to deal with it. But there are problems with the way mold is dealt with today, like anything, it's often viewed as a problem in need of a band-aid, not an overhaul. And it could not be further from the truth. In today's insightful episode, air quality advocate Michael Rubino shares the ins and outs of how mold grows, what to do about it, and the power of removing it from the home. Founder ofhttps://www.homecleanse.com/, author of thehttps://www.amazon.ca/Mold-Medic-Experts-Guide-Removal/dp/B08KQV77X2, and restoration expert, Michael offers cutting edge insights to this toxic issue affecting many people's health in sneaky ways. Where the conversation went: 2:03 Michael’s Journey 11:20 Bleach marketing 12:01 The Importance of Air Quality 18:58 Construction issues  22:44 Wisdom for testing your home 41:45 Rapid Fire Q&A 1:00 Connecting with Michael’s Content

The next generation's health starts in our homes! If you're wanting to raise healthy kids, this episode is for you!

Holistic nutritionist, culinary expert and vegan cook turned Paleo-ish mama, Marni Wasserman is a passionate voice for raising healthy babies.

Today, we are grateful to share space with Marni as she shares her personal and professional wisdom for mom's looking to reduce toxins in the home.

⁠⁠The Ultimate Baby Podcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠The Ultimate Health Podcast⁠⁠

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⁠⁠Work with Marni⁠⁠

Where the conversation went:

1:59 Marni's journey

5:22 Reducing toxins pre-conception

7:43 Pre-conception nutrition

9:30 Avoiding toxic interventions in pregnancy

14:58 Marni's Natural Birthing Experiences

18:36 Planning a natural hospital birth

23:47⁠⁠ SHOP LITTLE OAK ⁠⁠(ROOTSANDFRUITS15)

24:41 Your baby wants your B.O & boobies

25:34 Postpartum nutrition - don't touch the hospital food!

29:26 Beware of green-washing in the baby industry

31:48 Building a natural nursery

33:14 Avoiding plastics in the beginning

38:18 Finding balance in the land of the crunchy

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We're taking a pause from mind-bending, life-changing, fact-filled toxin focused content to re-center in the importance of WHOLE PERSON HEALTH. Today, Josee is joined by her lovely husband Jared as he tries to get a word in between her rants.... jokes aside, this inspiring conversation spills the tea on how they walk out a sustainable lifestyle, choosing toxin-free products and food without compromising community, while money is tight, and when stress levels are high! Don't forget to RATE, SUBSCRIBE & ENGAGE with the podcat. It's literally the ONLY way we can grow.

What's up Roots & Fruits Community!

I'm so grateful you're here.

Today I wanted to share why being attuned to our bodies FOR TODAY is the most important key to sustaining long-term, whole person health.

Tune in to hear more.

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What's up Roots & Fruits community???? We are BACK BABY!! Today, we're chatting with Beckie Prime, founder of Beck's Broth (our best selling item) about all things bones, intuitive entrepreneurship & getting a SNEAK PEEK of what's next for her incredibly successful startup!

Out of 8000 products in the US, Natural Calm ranks as #1. And there's no doubt about why!

Joined today by Linda Bolton, we dive into the wonderful world of internal magnesium citrate, and topical magnesium.

We discuss why they provide excellent support for detoxification and how they can support many common ailments in return.

Linda Bolton is a renowned advocate for natural health and wellness, serving as the leader of Natural Calm Canada and founder of Bolton's Naturals. With a focus on magnesium's health benefits, she has been instrumental in promoting high-quality supplements that support relaxation and overall well-being.

Linda's contributions to the field have earned her numerous accolades, including the Canadian Health Food Association’s Excellence Award. She is also a sought-after speaker, sharing her expertise through workshops and seminars. Passionate about sustainability and holistic living, Linda continues to inspire others to embrace natural solutions for better health.

THRIVE FOR GOOD⁠ is a non-profit that Linda & her husband Dale started from the proceeds of Natural Calm & Bolton's Naturals. ⁠Donate here!⁠

PURCHASE NATURAL CALM HERE

PURCHASE BOLTON'S NATURALS HERE

OUR CONVERSATION:

2:52 How Linda began Natural Calm Canada

5:10 what is Thrive for Good?

6:26 why is magnesium so important for detoxification?

7:52 magnesium deficiency

9:00 magnesium for pregnancy & labour

9:41 magnesium citrate draws water into the bowels and helps you increase colon emptying

11:38 how to take Natural Calm

14:51 topical magnesium is like getting it in an IV

18:55 North American diet vs that in Africa

19:55 how you can support food security around the world by purchasing Natural Calm

Today we’re pleased to have Nutritional Consultant and part-owner of Purple Carrot Health Foods & Wellness inc. Cris Robinson - ON HER BIRTHDAY!

Cris has been practicing for 17 years and has seen sooo many people heal by supporting the liver. 

The liver is the HEAVIEST organ in the body, and as we learn today, it performs 500-600 functions PER SECOND! Take a listen to our introductory episode on how and why to support your liver and why it may be at the root of your health concerns.

WHERE THE CONVO WENT:

1:40 - Cris’ passion!

4:35 - the gut microbiome and liver connection

6:00 - it’s not just alcohol!!!!

7:47 - hormone imbalance and the liver

10:33 - stress and liver toxicity

12:49 - bile flow 101

16:22 - do you need a liver cleanse?

18:50 - easy ways to support the liver

21:30 - fasting for liver rejuvenation 

25:11 - waking up between 1-3 AM? your liver needs help!

27:10 - blood sugar and the liver

Follow Cris & Purple Carrot @purplecarrotlethbridge on Instagram!

What's up Roots & Fruits community? Today, we are laying the foundation for where we are headed. In Season One, we are talking to a variety of holistically minded health professionals who understand that there's more than meets the eye. If you're new to all this, we thought it'd be important to set a framework for how we see it, to help you better understand where we're all coming from as we move through some pretty epic, informative, and inspiring conversations over the next couple months.

To shop, visit: www.rootsandfruitsmarket.ca

To book an appointment, visit: www.rootsandfruitswellness.com

Reducing and avoiding toxins in our daily lives is one of the most impactful choices you can make for your skin! While toxic skincare products can lead to problems, inhaling and consuming toxins can also affect your skin’s health.

Today, we’re excited to welcome Joy McCarthy, a renowned holistic nutritionist, health and wellness expert, best-selling author, and entrepreneur. Joy's passion for radiant skin is truly inspiring, and her holistic approach—focusing on both internal and external well-being—offers valuable insights for all of us.

In this episode, we delve into the significance of a healthy skin microbiome and explore effective ways to promote bacterial diversity and balance.

WHERE THE CONVERSATION WENT:

2:37 Joy's story

6:30 We can get hyper-focused on gut health and forget the importance of skincare

8:46 Choosing the right skin products & what to avoid

13:26 SHOP HOLISTIC GODDESS use code: ROOTSANDFRUITS

14:41 What is the skin microbiome & some signs it may be imbalanced or lack diversity

17:22 The importance of skin pH

22:06 Beware of "paraben free" greenwashed products

23:56 What to do in chlorinated pools

26:35 It's not EVERYTHING but the inside is important - eating for skin health

32:18 Supplements for skin health (VIEW COLLECTION HERE)

34:52 THE ROOTS & FRUITS COLLECTIVE (VIEW VIRTUAL CLINIC)

38:51 Joy's approach to detoxing

Don’t forget to check out HELLO JOYOUS through our affiliate link: https://hellojoyous.com/joseebosgra!

From a very young age, Dr. Spencer DeSanti knew he wanted to be a dentist. He went through all the right classes to set him up for the field, but when his (not yet) wife started to help him question the "norm" of modern medicine, he started opening his mind to other philosophies of dentistry.

Flash forward, and today he owns a thriving dental practice in Calgary, Alberta where patients come far and wide to experience the empowered health care he offers.

In this week's episode, get to know Dr. DeSanti as we just scratch the surface of some topics like the oral microbiome, mouth breathing and nano-hydroxyapatite.

Living Wellness Dental Northland: https://lwdn.ca/

Living Wellness IG: https://www.instagram.com/livingwellnessdental/

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Hillary Dinning, a naturopathic doctor specializing in children's care and expert in neurodivergence.

Dr. Hillary brings passion, presence and peace into whole-person wellness. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of root-cause healing, Dr. Hillary has empowered countless individuals and families to live into the fullness of life... including our family!

We are so grateful for her care, her voice, and her willingness to share that with you all.

⁠Dr. Hillary’s Website⁠

⁠Dr. Hillary’s Instagram⁠

Where the Conversation Went:

1:50 Dr. Hillary’s journey

4:40 Focusing in on the neurodivergence puzzle

7:04 How toxicity is contributing to neuroinflammation 

9:58 Increasing numbers in the world of neurodivergence

13:42 Heavy metals, elimination issues & genetic factors

17:25 Glyphosate & the gut-brain connection

19:22 Clinical observations 

24:00 Building community for the journey

26:12 Stress can be toxic 

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It's been a while since getting a fresh episode up!

Though it wasn't the plan for episode 8, we wanted to share vulnerably about why we have been MIA. This week's episode is not an easy one to share.

After sharing why we decided to shut down Roots & Fruits Market, despite it's amazing success, trigger warning we get into pregnancy loss & miscarriage.

Do not listen if this is something you don't want to hear about.

What is gluten? Can you answer that question? If not, you're in the right place!

In today's episode where Josee gets into her own personal story with gluten, the research around autoimmunity, some warnings about getting nutrition info on Instagram and alternatives to traditional Celiac testing.

Book an appointment with Josee: https://www.rootsandfruitswellness.com/booking

Order a microbiome test kit: https://injoy.bio/?sca_ref=5430306.p3S8uGMoJN

Shop our fave GF goods: www.rootsandfruitsmarket.ca

PS. We got an audio upgrade! This is our first episode with a real podcasting mic, and we are so pumped. Next step, re-record the intro.

Some statistics suggest that nearly half of concussions go undetected or undiagnosed.

Today we learn from Natasha Wilch, Canadian Physical Therapist, brain clinic owner and clinician mentor.

She has a passion for changing the conversation around concussions and elevating care for those on a recovery journey by fostering an integrative environment to get to the root cause of persistent symptoms.

Natasha's clinic, Symphony Brain Performance, is located in beautiful Nanaimo, British Columbia. It's the only clinic of its kind in BC. A multi-disciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Kinesiologists, Clinical Counselors, and Occupational Therapists are there to support you.

Today we discuss her story, her approach to treatment, the 7 phenotypes of concussions and more! You won't want to miss this.