Robin chats with Siouxie about her personal journey with health challenges, particularly focusing on her experience with lipedema and inflammation. They discuss the importance of understanding ingredients in food and products, the journey of creating healthy gummy bears, and the significance of transparency in manufacturing.
Siouxie emphasizes the need for community support and the importance of making informed choices for health and wellness. She also shares insights into the challenges of navigating the manufacturing world and ensuring high-quality, non-toxic ingredients in her products. They touch on how cotton is a dirty crop sprayed with glyphosate, making organic cotton tampon swaps a healthier choice. They also highlight how our skin is our largest organism and how our feet absorb 86% of what they come into contact with, emphasizing the importance of non-toxic living.
Resources
Foundationwww.lipidemafoundation.org
Siouxie's blog "365 Days of Awesome,"
Glyphosate Girl, Kelly Ryerson
Kelly Ryerson's podcast episode S4E61Moms Across America website
Where you can find Siouxie:
Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube @scrummysweetsco
Websitewww.scrummysweets.com
AmazonScrummy Sweets
Takeaways
Lipedema is a common but often unrecognized condition. (affecting 1 out of 11 women)
Chronic inflammation can lead to various health issues.
Understanding ingredients is crucial for health management.
Creating healthy alternatives can empower consumers.
Transparency in product ingredients builds trust.
Community support is vital for those with health challenges.
Small changes can lead to significant health improvements.
It's important to advocate for oneself in health matters.
The manufacturing process comes with many challenges, but it is worth the effort for healthier products.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Susie Boshoff's Journey
03:29 Health Challenges and Discovering Lipedema
06:37 Understanding Lipedema and Its Impact
09:19 The Role of Inflammation in Health
12:29 The Importance of Ingredient Awareness
15:41 The Journey to Creating Healthy Gummy Bears
18:20 Navigating the Manufacturing Process
21:38 Transparency in Product Ingredients
28:03 Unraveling Natural Flavors and Colors
34:43 The Importance of Ingredient Transparency
42:47 Navigating Food Manufacturing Challenges
47:45 Creating Health-Conscious Treats
54:02 Empowering Health Journeys
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Where to Find Robin:
📌 Instagram: @livelifebalancedwithrobin
📌 Website: www.livelifebalancedwithro
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