The Healthy Habit Podcast

Nick Stern is a former competitive athlete and self-directed nutraceutical researcher with over 50 years experience in health and wellness. In 2008 he co-founded the famous Sun Warrior brand, one of the pioneers of plant-based supplements, which has become a brand name in over 100 countries worldwide. He recently co-founded SunNutrition and is the creator and formulator of Vascular Defense, the first product of its kind for cardiov...

Laurel Sterling is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Certified Nutritionist, and National Educator for Carlson Labs, and she has worked in the Natural Products Industry since 2000. Over the years Laurel has counseled hundreds of individuals, lectured at various corporations and events, written numerous articles and blogs, and can be heard on radio shows and podcasts. She has a genuine passion for educating, informing, and empowe...

Giulia Albieri Borges, currently serves as Regulatory Affairs Scientist and Education Specialist at BBCO. Giulia received her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science from Brigham Young University-Idaho, and her Master's degree in Individualized Genomics and Health from Johns Hopkins University. Her passion for science and health has been of great impact in her life, introducing her to the fascinating realm of supplements and...

Gaetano Morello, ND is a published author and licensed naturopathic physician. He serves as a clinician at the Complex Chronic Disease Program located at BC Women’s Hospital in Vancouver. He is the first naturopathic doctor to hold such a position at a major North American hospital.

Topics covered:

• Welcome back, Dr. Gaetano!
• Intro to mitochondria
• Mitochondria and aging
• What causes mitochondrial dysfunction? What can we do?
• RegenerLif...

Jerry Angelini is an integrative practitioner with training and experience in psychiatric and chronic illness rehabilitation and is the Host Defense Education director. His undergraduate and graduate degrees from Boston University formed the foundation of his conventional medical training which is augmented by TCM herbalism Ayurveda and Western clinical herbalism. Since 2012, Jerry has led the National Science Education team for Ho...

Ashley Jones, wellness education specialist at LifeSeasons, was born and raised in Baltimore. Her background and certifications is include retail, holistic health, reiki, fine art, and mindful leadership. Before coming to LifeSeasons she was a wellness manager at MOM's Organic Market (an East Coast chain) and stayed with the company for 13 years. She is currently working toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Ashley loves to comb...

Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurveda) is an internationally respected Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician who is credited with evolving the understanding of Ayurvedic herbal medicine in the West. Dr. Sodhi became an Ayurvedic doctor in 1980 and worked as Ayurvedic Medical professor until 1986 before becoming the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States in 1988. He is credited with founding Ayush Herbs and bringi...

Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs for EuroPharma, Inc., is a healthcare professional with certifications in cancer, pain control, and issues of aging. She is an expert in dietary supplements and natural medicines who has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and television shows. Cheryl is a member of the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal, and her own published research has included topics such as menopau...

Nikita Austen, Senior Director, Global Training and Education at Better Being Co. Born in Europe and raised as an Olympic-trained gymnast and competitive bodybuilder, Nikita applied her discipline in the wellness space early on in her career. With her education in biochemistry and nutrition and 13 years of experience in the natural products industry, Nikita understands the market and combines science with fun in her training. 

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Richard Cividanes has over 25 years involvement with the natural products industry. His experience includes working as a staff member in health food stores and Natural Food Co-Ops in New York and Washington State. Richard is part of the family who founded Topical BioMedics and developed the award-winning homeopathic topical brand, Topricin. He was their Brand Manager and Educator for 15 years, where he regularly traveled the countr...

Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurveda) is an internationally respected Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician who is credited with evolving the understanding of Ayurvedic herbal medicine in the West. Dr. Sodhi became an Ayurvedic doctor in 1980 and worked as Ayurvedic Medical professor until 1986 before becoming the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States in 1988. He is credited with founding Ayush Herbs and bringi...

Yolanda Fenton, BSc, is Director of Product Innovation for Natural Factors. She has spent close to 30 years in the nutraceutical and supplement industry, advancing product development and education. Her focus and passion for spotting product trends has helped to direct the dynamic evolution and growth of Natural Factors.

Topics covered:

• Welcome back, Yolanda!
• Cardiovascular and metabolic diseases and omega-3 fats
• Most p...

Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs for EuroPharma, Inc., is a healthcare professional with certifications in cancer, pain control, and issues of aging. She is an expert in dietary supplements and natural medicines who has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and television shows. Cheryl is a member of the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal, and her own published research has included topics such as menopau...

Amanda Lovett-Jones is an Australian naturopath, a registered herbalist here in the United States, and is currently completing her PhD in plant medicine. She runs a clinic based in Seattle where she serves patients utilizing a food is medicine approach to chronic inflammatory conditions. She serves as the chief medical and science officer at Snap Supplements and helps with formulations, education, and regulatory compliance practice...

Author and naturopathic doctor Kate Rhéaume is a graduate and former faculty member of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kate lectures internationally on many topics related to health and wellness, and is a frequent guest on radio and television across North America. She is the author of the best-selling book Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life.

Topics covered:

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Nicole’s passion for teaching others about health and wellness was inspired by her own health journey — a personal mission which drove her to become a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (H.H.P), Certified Herbalist (C.C.M.H), and Certified Nutrition Consultant (C.N.C). As a skilled bilingual educator, Nicole strives to deliver complex science in an easy to understand and retainable way to retailers and consumers both domestical...

Nikita Austen, Senior Director, Global Training and Education at Better Being Co. Born in Europe and raised as an Olympic-trained gymnast and competitive bodybuilder, Nikita applied her discipline in the wellness space early on in her career. With her education in biochemistry and nutrition and 13 years of experience in the natural products industry, Nikita understands the market and combines science with fun in her training. 

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Leaders, champions, and high-performers hire Dr. Jamil Sayegh as their secret weapon to remove the emotional, mental, and energetic blocks that are keeping them stuck so they can break through to their next level of success in any area of life. Dr. Jamil is an international spiritual wisdom teacher, energy healer, life-transformation coach, integrative naturopathic physician, and host of the ‘Transformation Starts Today’ podcast. H...

Yolanda Fenton, BSc, is Director of Product Innovation for Natural Factors. She has spent close to 30 years in the nutraceutical and supplement industry, advancing product development and education. Her focus and passion for spotting product trends has helped to direct the dynamic evolution and growth of Natural Factors.

Topics covered:

• Welcome back, Yolanda!
• What is vertical integration?
• What are the benefits of buying...