Can mycology be the catalyst to living a healthier more vibrant life, starting in motherhood?

We discuss all things mushrooms; their culinary wonders using shiitake, oyster and portobello, all have medicinal properties, their amazing benefits to fertility and sperm health, their role in supporting gut microbiome health, and even the hallucinogenic properties to support mental health. Wow! If you don't eat or use medicinal mushrooms, this interview will inspire you to start taking them now!

The study of fungi, a group that includes the mushrooms and yeasts have been part of human history- in art, in lore, in food, and medicine for ever in our recorded history.

In our modern life, we can now verify scientifically through studies and research what our ancestors have known all along – Mushrooms are super cool!

They live in the dark recesses of the woods and seem sort of magical. Tune in now to learn more!

My wonderful guest today is Dr. Anna Sitkoff

Anna Sitkoff is a licensed naturopathic doctor and medicinal mushroom expert with over a decade of experience, specializing in natural therapies that blend clinical practice with research. As Co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Lucidum Medicinals, she formulates evidence-based mushroom supplements that support immune, lung, and nervous system health.

Widely recognized for her expertise in functional medicine and women’s health, Anna educates practitioners and the public on the therapeutic power of mushrooms. Her experience as a new mother has deepened her focus on postpartum health, driving her mission to provide effective, science-backed natural solutions.

Check out Dr. Anna Sitkoff

https://www.drannasitkoff.com/practice

Visit Jill Troderman host of Feeding the Family schedule your Holistic Nutrition Counseling Session, teaching, upcoming classes or speaking engagements here https://santacruzholisticnutrition.com/

Paul Gaylon talks about our need to nurture and feed our soil in our order to create healthy plants to feed our families.

Where does true health begin? Does it begin in the person, in our foods, in the seed or does true health begin in the soil?

The concept of regenerative farming supports all 4 of these needs for optimal human and planetary health, highlighting the importance of soil biology renewed and continuing life.

But healthy soil just doesn’t just happen overnight. To create one inch of topsoil takes nature 100 years. Today, our current agro-farming techniques, deplete and ravish our soils and nutrients. What can we do as homeowners, as a community and how can we support our local farmers and even those on a large scale in creating healthier soil ecosystems?

What lies beneath our feet is pretty cool! Tune in to find out!! Learn more about Paul below.

Bio

Paul likes to be on the cutting edge. As founder and president of Herbal Products & Development, he has studied and researched herbs and plants and has formulated innovative herbal products and whole food concentrates for over 30 years.

He an avid reader and researcher with a strong interest in new developments on the herbal and health frontiers. He is dedicated to implementing new concepts in health, nutrition, and herbology. His involvement in new product development in the United States has led him to visit many countries around the world to study and photograph plants and herbs. He has become quite knowledgeable about native and foreign flora. Herbal Products & Development implements Paul's vision of bringing nourishing and effective original formulation and other products that he believes in to market.

Paul has recently become a founding member of a new company, Pacific Plant Nutrients. They have developed a high mineral, potent, and economical nutrient biostimulant (plant fertilizer).

Paul enjoys sharing with people and the community-at-large. He has sponsored and has been involved in many community events including the Hemp Expo '98 in Santa Cruz, when time and current circumstances permit, Paul enjoys going to musical and multi-cultural events. He volunteers his services with First Aid.

Paul's Connections:

https://herbprodarchives.com/

mail:hpadcommunity@gmail.com (Paul)

https://pacificplantnutrients.com/

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XO,

Jill

Exploring the Union of Nature and Science in Skincare with host Jill Troderman and guest Aesthetician Donna Cherie Ep. 13 6/25/25

My next guest, Donna Cherie, says “Your skin tells a story—of resilience, of memory, of healing. “

So what does your skin tell about you, your history, and your lifestyle?

From scars, to wrinkles, to bumps and bruises, from rough skin to silky smooth skin, our outer layer tells a lot about who we are and where we have been.

But at different stages and phases of life, we need to tend to our skin in different ways so we can create the most healthiest skin, from the inside-out and the outside-in.

Today we are diving deep into redefining how and why to take care of our skin.

Do conventional treatments work or are we better off using natural products.

What about children and babies? We know they need sunlight to grow, but how much sun is good for their skin, what kinds of sunscreen if any should we use and how can we protect them from the harsh elements?

Today we have a very inspirational and dynamic guest who is passionate about all things skin, Donna’s Cherie!

Donna is a Holistic Aesthetician and devoted advocate for skin health. Her practice is rooted in care—care for your skin, your nervous system, and your sense of peace.

She believes that when we slow down, listen, and nurture with intention, true beauty begins to emerge. Donna creates skincare experiences that are simple, soothing, and grounded in both nature and science—inviting your skin to heal, and your whole self to glow.

https://donnacherie.com/

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I hope you enjoy the show!! XOXO Jill

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