{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fherrise.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fempowering-women-over-40-with-natural-wellness-R5ZB8txN","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Empowering Women Over 40 With Natural Wellness","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/dccf969f-04e7-4886-b362-6e667515f195/0d889155-d6db-407d-bf42-50a051ecbe11/miss-michelle.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/786ebf9a-9d0f-4ca1-bc84-d030b0f2bac7\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"Empowering Women Over 40 With Natural Wellness\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"This podcast episode focuses on empowering women over 40 with natural remedies for overall health and well-being. Some key takeaways\nImportance of Self-Discipline and Natural Care: Taking control of your health requires prioritization and self-discipline. Consider consulting functional medicine doctors or herbalists for guidance.\nShift Towards Natural Remedies: The discussion highlighted the potential of natural remedies like herbs, spices (turmeric, cayenne pepper), and adaptogens (Ashwagandha) as alternatives to pharmaceuticals.\nBalancing Body Chemistry and Hormones: Maintaining hormonal balance, especially during menopause, is crucial. Adaptogens like Suma root and lifestyle changes (clean eating, exercise, stress management) can help.  \nBalanced Lifestyle is Key: Natural remedies work best with a balanced lifestyle that manages stress. Consider epigenetics and how lifestyle choices affect your genes.\nNatural Remedies for Specific Conditions: Cayenne pepper (heart health, blood thinning), turmeric & Ginkgo biloba (dementia, brain fog) were mentioned as potential remedies.\nSelf-Responsibility & Healthy Eating: Prioritize whole, unprocessed foods, local produce, and conscious eating habits.\nJane Barlow Christensen's Resources: For more information on natural remedies and herbal wisdom, check out her book “Be Your Own Shaman” and website Jane Barlow Christensen's Website\n\nPlease always consult a doctor before using natural remedies, and be cautious, especially when researching online. Michelle and Jane shared personal experiences and stressed the importance of self-care and finding alternatives to unhealthy habits.\n\nAbout Jane Barlow Christensen\nJane Barlow Christensen is a master herbalist known for her work with herbal remedies and natural healing. She owns Barlow Herbal Specialties, a company that offers herbal products. Jane has a passion for teaching people about the benefits of medicinal herbs and how they can be integrated into daily life for health and wellness.\nJane is the second oldest of 14 children and grew up in rural Idaho. She has two grown sons and two grandchildren. Her knowledge and expertise come from her personal experiences and her family legacy in the world of herbal medicine.\nShe is the author of “Be Your Own Shaman,” a book that teaches people how to utilize plant medicine in their everyday lives easily.\nShe believes that each of us is responsible for ourselves and the love, joy, spiritual and physical health that we experience. \n\n"}