The Root Reasons

#23 Getting to the Root of Hair Loss with Alysha Harris

Are you embarrassed or worried about your hair thinning or losing hair, and using hats, scarves, wigs, all the things to cover it up? Not only is this doing more harm than good, but actually treating hair loss/thinning can be possible if you address the root cause! Today we have Alysha Harris, a Holistic Hair Loss Specialist and FNLP, who helps patients treat hair loss holistically. We cover: * What hair loss is and the many reasons why it can happen (it's not just genetics!) * Common habits you're doing that may be contributing to hair loss * Why "bandaid solutions" like topical oils don't work * Is there a healthy, safe way to do hair extensions? * The number one thing to focus on when trying to bring back hair * The best and worst foods for hair health * Herbal remedies for hair health * and more! Connect with Alysha: https://thehairdocta.glossgenius.com [https://thehairdocta.glossgenius.com] https://linktr.ee/TheHairDocta [https://linktr.ee/TheHairDocta] Instagram: @HairDoctaKCMO [https://www.instagram.com/hairdoctakcmo/?hl=en] Connect with me: Website: www.root-reasons.com [https://root-reasons.com/] Instagram: @jessbrootreasons [https://www.instagram.com/jessbrootreasons/] Thinking about joining the membership? Head over to https://root-reasons.com/membership [https://root-reasons.com/membership] to get started!

#22 Is Mold Exposure Making You Sick? with Nicole Ritter

Did you know the World Health Organization said that 50% of homes in the US and the UK have mold?  If you haven't found success in addressing your autoimmune disease, chronic sinus infections, or unexplained fatigue or migraines with diet and lifestyle changes, mold is definitely something to look into! Today, we have Nicole Ritter on the podcast today to discuss all things mold, how she helps clients detox from mold exposure and how you can too! We talk about: * Nicole's personal struggle with chronic sinus infections, migraines and infertility and how she uncovered black mold to be a huge root problem * Options of what to do if you find mold in your home * Different ways you can get exposed to mold that you might not think of (Hint: often it's in your food!) * How mold disrupts your health and can cause autoimmune issues, sinus issues, and more * Why pooping everyday is SO important for overall health and detoxing * Functional lab tests Nicole uses with her clients to assess their mold exposure, gut health, and more * Things you can do on your own to reduce your mold exposure, especially if you can't move out of your home * And more! Resources Mentioned: Book: Hashimoto's Protocol by Isabella Wentz [https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/hashimotos-protocol-a-90-day-plan-for-reversing-thyroid-symptoms-and-getting-your-life-back_izabella-wentz-pharmd/11610410/item/25462014/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwr4eYBhDrARIsANPywCi2e7k-zJaMog78PYrbtB0xUXn75i659JUimbgi9elU5pXxMb48pvMaAjGkEALw_wcB#isbn=006257129X&idiq=25462014] Labs:  * Organic Acids test by Great Plains [https://www.greatplainslaboratory.com/organic-acids-test] * Full Thyroid Panel * Full Blood Panel * GI Map * Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) * Visual Contrast Sensitivity Test [https://www.vcstest.com/] Connect with Nicole: Website: www.mrsnicoleritter.com [http://www.mrsnicoleritter.com] Instagram: @nicoleritterhealth [https://www.instagram.com/nicoleritterhealth/?hl=en] Connect with me: Website: www.root-reasons.com [https://root-reasons.com/] Instagram: @jessbrootreasons [https://www.instagram.com/jessbrootreasons/] Thinking about joining the membership? Head over to https://root-reasons.com/membership [https://root-reasons.com/membership] to get started!

#21: The Connection Between the Fascia and Chronic Pain & Fatigue

Are you experiencing chronic pain or fatigue and not sure why? Then you'll definitely want to know about the fascia! Our guest Veronique Boileau is an Energetic Balancing Osteopath, who shares how she helps clients work with their fascia to experience life-changing relief from pain and fatigue. Tune in to learn what you need to know about the fascia so you can achieve optimal health! We discuss: * What exactly is the fascia  * How a physical injury, surgery, or traumatic emotional event from years ago can still impact your body today * Why not all "healthy" foods are healthy for YOU and your fascia * How to eat to support a healthy fascia and your unique biochemistry * Other things that impact the health of your fascia * Why you have unexplained pain in certain areas of your body * Fascial release exercises you can do at home to drastically improve your health and quality of life * And more! Connect with Veronique: https://www.veroniqueboileau.com/ [https://www.veroniqueboileau.com/] Connect with me: Website: www.root-reasons.com [https://root-reasons.com/] Instagram: @jessbrootreasons [https://www.instagram.com/jessbrootreasons/] Thinking about joining the membership? Head over to https://root-reasons.com/membership [https://root-reasons.com/membership] to get started!

#20: What is a Psychic Medium and How One Can Help You to Heal

Do you ever feel guilty for a loved one's passing even if you had nothing to do with it? Or perhaps childhood trauma is affecting your everyday life without you even knowing? Today’s guest, Lisa Morrison, an Evidential Psychic Medium, joins me to share how her own anxiety led her to become aware of her abilities and how  she now uses those abilities to help others (like you!) to find comfort and healing in their own lives. In this episode: * Lisa's struggle with unexplained panic attacks and eventually discovering her psychic medium abilities * How trauma in childhood can block your psychic or medium abilities * Letting go of your guilt after a loved one passes on * When you dream of deceased loved ones, is that really them visiting you? * When is the right time to go see a medium  (Hint: It won't always work!) * How Lisa actually works with those who've crossed over to deliver messages * The difference between the psychic and a medium * And more! Connect with Lisa: www.psychiclisamorrison.com [http://www.psychiclisamorrison.com/] www.facebook.com/reikimedium [http://www.facebook.com/reikimedium] Connect with me: Website: www.root-reasons.com [https://root-reasons.com/] Instagram: @jessbrootreasons [https://www.instagram.com/jessbrootreasons/] Thinking about joining the membership? Head over to https://root-reasons.com/membership [https://root-reasons.com/membership] to get started!

#19 Dying with Intention with Dr. Kim Fischer

Do you talk about living with intention, but do you ever talk about dying with intention? Today, Dr. Kim Fischer joins me to talk about the value of engaging in end-of-life conversations and making sure that your loved ones know NOW (when you’re healthy!) your decisions around what you’d like the end of your life to look like!  We discuss: * The importance of end-of-life preferences being discussed in times of health * Story sharing of times we’ve had to make difficult decisions and we weren’t sure what the incapacitated family member wanted * Things you need to  think about when considering end of life preferences * Examples of end of life preferences * Navigating bringing up these difficult conversations with your loved ones * How having these preferences ahead of time helps ease the burden on your grieving loved ones * The problem with death being considered a failure in the medical community * And more! Connect with Dr. Kim: www.LucidAdvocate.com [http://www.lucidadvocate.com] Connect with me: Website: www.root-reasons.com [https://root-reasons.com/] Instagram: @jessbrootreasons [https://www.instagram.com/jessbrootreasons/] Thinking about joining the membership? Head over to https://root-reasons.com/membership [https://root-reasons.com/membership] to get started!