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Ep 40: The best way to heal isn’t a pill, it’s your kitchen | Kimberly Kirschner
In this conversation, I speak with Kimberly Kirschner, founder of the Willow Star Haven Charitable Foundation (https://willowstarhaven.org). She owns and operates the Butterfly Ridge Mountain Retreat Bed and Breakfast and Wellness Retreat in upstate South Carolina. Kimberly earned a Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health and is Board Certified as a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), an advanced clinical nutrition designation from the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists. She is also a Florida-licensed nutritionist and specializes in helping clients prevent/improve health issues associated with metabolic syndrome through lifestyle changes.Enjoy listening in.We covered:- Kimberly's childhood in Puerto Rico and early vegetarianism- Her son's health journey and dietary changes- Her mother's cancer diagnosis and integrative treatments- The importance of lifestyle medicine and community efforts- The role of diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management- The impact of chemicals and toxins on health- The significance of gut health and fiber intake- The potential of plant-based athletes and aging gracefully- The need for education and personal responsibility in health- Community initiatives and resources for healthy livingChapters00:00 Kimberly's Unique Journey from Puerto Rico to Health Advocate02:04 Her Son's Health Crisis and Dietary Turnaround04:05 Her Mother's Cancer Battle and Integrative Approaches08:09 Building a Community Focused on Wellness and Prevention12:01 The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition for Longevity16:04 Inspiring Stories of Plant-Based Athletes19:55 Simple Principles for a Whole Food Plant-Based Lifestyle25:10 Addressing Toxins, Chemicals, and Environmental Factors29:53 The Importance of Sleep, Stress Management, and Lifestyle Habits35:48 Overcoming Challenges and Personal Responsibility in Health42:02 Community Resources, Events, and Education Initiatives50:06 The Future of Lifestyle Medicine and Personal EmpowermentYou can learn more about Kimberly and her work below:https://willowstarhaven.org/https://butterflyridgemountainretreat.com FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DCwivBdhK/If you're a plant-fueled parent, athlete, or leader over 40 who wants to use leveraged exercise, plant-rich nutrition, and integrative psychology to get leaner, stronger, and healthier, you're in the right place.Get free access to our 9-day fat loss course and 1-3-1 Friday newsletter below:https://zhanayhealth.com/newsletterGet free access to our plant-fueled macro calculator:https://zhanayhealth.com/blog/calculatorStay connected:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabriel.zhanayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabriel.zhanay/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-zhanay-522153147/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gabriel.zhanay
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