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"Healing doesn’t happen in a dramatic overhaul. Healing happens in small, consistent, compassionate choices made over time. Before you add, you must remove." — Kylie Buckner, RN In this first installment of our "Inflammation Reset" mini-series, Kylie breaks down the most overlooked pillar of healing: Reducing the Load. Before we add expensive supplements or complicated protocols, we have to look at what is filling our "cellular bucket" to the point of overflowing. Today, Kylie explains why your body might be in a constant state of high alert and how simple, sustainable swaps in your daily environment can give your liver and your hormones the breathing room they need to heal. In this 10-minute "Glow & Go" segment, you’ll learn: The "Bucket Theory" of inflammation and why your body is struggling to keep up. The staggering reality of chemical exposure (the "200 chemicals before breakfast" rule). Why "removing" is often more powerful than "adding" when it comes to hormonal health. The connection between your liver, your skincare, and your estrogen levels. Your 1-Week Challenge: One simple swap to start lowering your toxic burden today. 📚 Resources Mentioned EWG.org (Environmental Working Group): The gold standard for researching the safety of your tap water, cleaning products, and EWG's "Skin Deep" database. Think Dirty App: A quick and easy way to scan your beauty and personal care products to see how they rank for toxicity and hormone disruptors. Ready to stop guessing and start healing? If you’re tired of feeling inflamed and overwhelmed, let’s build a personalized roadmap together. I’m currently offering Free Discovery Calls to help you identify your unique triggers and see if the Inflammation Reset coaching program is the right fit for your journey. 🔗Book Your Free Call

"Pain comes to the party last. You've had dysfunction for months — sometimes years — before the pain ever shows up. Your body has been helping you out the whole time without complaining. Pain is just its way of finally saying: I'm done." — Dr. Abby Perone What if the aches, tension, and patterns in your body aren't random — and your fascia, posture, and even the way you stand are telling a much bigger story? In this episode, I'm sitting down with my neighbor, dear friend, fellow mama, and total wealth of knowledge, Dr. Abby Perone — Doctor of Chiropractic, biomechanics specialist, and fascia expert at Love Health in St. Petersburg, FL. Abby has spent 15 years working with everyone from Olympic athletes to everyday mamas, and she has a gift for translating complex body science into something you can actually feel and use. We're talking all things fascia — what it is, why it matters, and why your pain is almost always a lagging indicator of something that's been building for months (or years). We get into the silk vs. saran wrap analogy that will change how you think about your tissue health, what Abby can tell about you just from looking at your feet, how repetitive movements (yes, even holding your baby on one hip) shape your body over time, and the emotional side of tissue — because the issues really are in the tissues. And because Abby is also my go-to lash girl and the creator of our favorite concept, Fasch & Lash — we close it out with a little conversation about why wellness and beauty can absolutely coexist. This one is so good. You're going to want to take notes. Connect with Dr. Abby: 🌐 wearelovehealth.com 📸 Instagram: @MrsLoveHealthDoc Show Notes / Resources Mentioned "The Fuzz Video" by Gil Hedley — A classic, eye-opening look at fascia and what happens when we don't move. Search "Gil Hedley fuzz video" on YouTube. (Abby has been referencing this for 25 years — it's a must-watch!) "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay — The self-help classic with an appendix connecting physical ailments to emotional root causes and limiting beliefs. A resource Abby references regularly in her practice. Thomas Myers / Anatomy Trains — Abby references Thomas Myers as one of the foundational voices in fascia research. His work on fascial lines and connective tissue is widely respected in the field. Want support putting all of this into practice in your own life? Through coaching, I help women build realistic, nourishing habits for whole-body wellness. If you're ready for your next step, book a discovery call with me here: Schedule your call or visit www.evolution-health.co/schedule

"Your bowels are not irritable for no reason — just like your child wouldn't be irritable for no reason. Something is going on, something is off. And it's our job to find out what." — Dahlia Marin, RDN Show Description What does your gut have to do with your hormones, your skin, your brain, and your long-term health? Everything. In this episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast, host Kylie Buckner, RN sits down with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and gut health trailblazer Dahlia Marin, RDN, LD, CGN, co-founder of Married to Health, for a conversation that is equal parts clinical deep-dive and heart-to-heart between two healthcare mamas who have been there. Dahlia has spent nearly 14 years in the field — from inpatient hospital dietetics to pediatric lifestyle medicine to integrative and functional GI nutrition — and she brings all of it to this conversation. Together, Kylie and Dahlia pull back the curtain on the "gut health trend," break down what's really going on when you're told "it's just IBS," and explain why your bowels are never irritable for no reason. Kylie also gets personal — sharing her own 20+ year journey of chronic constipation, bloating, pain, and misdiagnosis that ultimately led to a Stage 4 Endometriosis diagnosis — and how addressing the root cause finally resolved the GI symptoms she had been living with for decades. This episode is for you if you've ever been dismissed, handed a diagnosis without answers, or simply want to understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. Resources & Links Mentioned Dahlia Marin & Married to Health 🌐 Website: marriedtohealth.com 📱 Instagram/Social: @marriedtohealth (all platforms) 🎓 SIBO & IBS Course: Available at marriedtohealth.com — features integrative gastroenterologists, pelvic floor PTs, neuro-emotional release therapists, and more Kylie Buckner & Evolution Health 🌐 Website: evolution-health.co 📱 Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast: (add your link here) Referenced Concepts to Explore Further The Bristol Stool Chart — a visual guide to healthy bowel movements IFM (Institute for Functional Medicine): ifm.org IFNCP — Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner program FODMAPs — Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) — emerging research on histamine and gut inflammation Colorectal Cancer Awareness — now the #1 cancer killer in men under 50 in the US; 1 in 25 men, 1 in 26 women 💬 Did this episode resonate with you? If you've been told "it's just IBS" or you've been living with unexplained bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or hormonal chaos — share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. 🌿 Work with Dahlia: Head to marriedtohealth.com to learn about her team of dietitians, her SIBO/IBS course, and how to book a consultation. 🌱 Work with Kylie: Visit evolution-health.co to learn about the Green Glow approach to holistic lifestyle medicine. ⭐ Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform — it helps more Glowgetters find this community! 🔔 Follow & Subscribe so you never miss an episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast.

"Your gut isn't just a tube for food; it’s an immune training ground. When you feed it fiber and presence, you aren't just digesting—you are educating your immune system to handle threats before they ever reach your bloodstream." -Kylie Buckner, RN In this deep-dive episode, Kylie Buckner, RN, MSN, breaks down the science of Pre-silience—the combination of presence and resilience that keeps you healthy even during high-stress seasons. Using the real-life "proof of concept" of caring for her sick daughter, Kylie explains the "Boot Camp" for immune cells in your gut, how stress "handcuffs" your defense system, and the proactive fueling strategy (including a special recipe from Green Sage Life) that keeps your "Owner's Manual" in alignment. This isn't just about "bouncing back" after you get sick; it’s about building your internal shield before the exposure hits. Kylie pulls back the curtain on the "Owner’s Manual" for your immune system, breaking down the cellular biology of protection and the daily habits that keep your defense system in alignment. In this episode, you’ll learn: The Gut-Immune Training Ground The Science of the "Smart Filter" Stress, Oxidation, and the "Handcuff" Effect Proactive Fueling The Power of the "Whisper" Supportive Tools Links & Resources Mentioned: Orange Sunshine Smoothie Recipe: Green Sage Life by Stefanie Immune-Supportive Herbs: Elderberry, Echinacea, Dandelion Root, Marshmallow Root, and Slippery Elm(Consult your clinician before starting new supplements). Ready to build your own "Owner’s Manual"? If you’ve spent years being resilient—constantly pushing through the pain, the fatigue, and the "bad medicine" dismissals—it’s time to meet your new best friend: Pre-silience. Stop waiting for your body to scream. Listen to the whisper today and take the first step toward a life of alignment, energy, and predictable health. I am currently opening up 15 exclusive spots for my signature group coaching program: The Inflammation Reset. Together, we’ll master the 5 Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine—Fuel, Movement, Mind, Restoration, and Automation—to help you rewrite your health story from the inside out. 👉 Book Your Discovery Call Here: www.evolution-health.co/discover You choose your choice, my friends. Make it a Pre-silient one. Connect with Kylie: Website: www.evolution-health.co Email: kylie@greenglowlifestyle.com Listen & Subscribe: If this episode helped you, please leave a review and share it with a friend who needs to hear that rest is wisdom, not weakness. Let’s Glow… and Let’s Go!

“Olive oil is to olives what table sugar is to sugar cane—refined, stripped of fiber, and confusing to your metabolism.” -Kylie Buckner, RN Episode Description: In honor of Heart Health Month, we’re going straight to the heart of one of the most confusing topics in nutrition: dietary fat. In this episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle, nurse, yoga teacher, and holistic health coach Kylie Buckner breaks down the science of saturated fat, olive oil, inflammation, and cardiovascular disease—in a way that actually makes sense for real women living real lives. Inside, you’ll learn: Why heart disease is still the leading cause of death for women—and how much of it is preventable What saturated fat is really doing to your arteries, endothelium, and metabolism How intramyocellular fat (fat inside your muscle cells) drives insulin resistance and cravings Why olive oil is to olives what table sugar is to sugar cane—and why oil (of any kind) acts like “metabolic napalm” in the body The difference between refined oils and whole-food fats like walnuts, flax, chia, and avocado A practical 10-gram fat meal template to support heart health, satiety, and blood sugar balance Simple, delicious low-fat, oil-free swaps for creamy sauces, crunchy snacks, salad dressings, and cooking This episode is a blend of evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine and yogic wisdom. You’ll walk away understanding not just why a low-fat, whole food plant-based approach can help prevent and even reverse cardiovascular disease—but how to actually live it in your kitchen. If you’ve ever wondered: “Is olive oil really healthy?” “Do I really need to cut down on fat for heart health?” “How do I cook without oil and still enjoy my food?” …this conversation is for you. 📚 Want to Go Deeper? Recommended Reading: Whether you're new to plant-based eating or ready to fine-tune your approach, these books will support your journey toward heart health, metabolic healing, and food freedom. Heart Disease Reversal: Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease – Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr., MD Undo It! – Dean Ornish, MD The China Study- T. Colin Campbell, PhD and Thomas M. Campbell II, MD The Science of Fat & Metabolism: The Starch Solution – John McDougall, MD How Not to Die – Michael Greger, MD Oil-Free Cooking: Unprocessed – Chef AJ The How Not to Die Cookbook – Michael Greger, MD Lifestyle Medicine: The Pleasure Trap – Douglas J. Lisle, PhD Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition – T. Colin Campbell, PhD Mindful Eating & Yoga: Savor: Mindful Eating, Mindful Life – Thich Nhat Hanh If you’re ready to move from information to implementation, we would love to support you. We’ve created a coaching program where we teach you these exact Lifestyle Medicine strategies—step by step. We’ll help you: Lower dietary saturated fat and get off the “fat tooth” rollercoaster Transition to low-fat, whole food plant-based eating without feeling deprived Build simple, satisfying meals that support heart health, energy, and long-term metabolic healing 👉 Book a free Discovery Call: www.evolution-health.co/scheduleOn this call, we’ll look at your current habits, your health goals, and see if our program is a good fit for you.

"Resilience is the strength to bounce back after life knocks you down. But Pre-silience is the wisdom to be so present and aligned that you notice the subtle shifts before they become a struggle. It’s the difference between surviving the storm and being the one who was ready for it." - Kylie Buckner, RN In this Glow & Go episode, Kylie introduces her signature concept of Pre-silience—the powerful blend of presence and resilience that helps you stay aligned before a health crisis hits. Instead of only celebrating how well you "bounce back," Kylie invites you to notice your body’s whispers before it has to scream. Through the lens of immune health, she shares how daily presence, stress awareness, and proactive fueling can support your body’s internal security and repair team. In just a few minutes, you’ll learn: What Pre-silience is and why it goes beyond traditional “resilience” How listening to your body and acting on what you hear is a radical act of self-care How stress, cortisol, and oxidation quietly handcuff your immune cells Why proactive fueling with whole plant foods, polyphenols, and Vitamin C matters before you feel run down

"Your doctor has the textbook, but you have the owner's manual. When they dismiss your experience, they are ignoring the most important data point in the room: You."- Kylie Buckner, RN In this raw and unfiltered episode, Master’s-prepared nurse and “diabetes whisperer” Kylie Buckner sits down with her husband, Cyrus Khambatta, PhD (author of Mastering Diabetes), to call out a hard truth: People living with Type 1 diabetes are being gaslit, blamed, and failed by a system that is decades behind the science. Kylie shares what she sees on repeat with her Type 1 clients:endocrinologists who say “do it my way or else,” ignore lifestyle and insulin sensitivity, prescribe high-fat diets, and hold insulin access over patients’ heads. Cyrus breaks down the actual physiology of insulin resistance in Type 1, why high-fat diets (animal products, oils, processed fats) drive insulin resistance, and how outdated tools like fixed carb ratios and sliding scales keep people stuck on a blood glucose roller coaster. They also talk about the many unaddressed variables that affect blood glucose—hormones, temperature, stress, altitude, illness, alcohol—and why refusing to consider these is, at this point, negligence. Most importantly, they speak directly to Type 1 warriors: You are not a “bad diabetic.”You are not the problem.You have been given bad medicine—and there is a better, evidence-based way. Resources Mentioned: Book: Mastering Diabetes by Cyrus Khambatta, PhD and Robby Barbaro, MPH. The essential guide to reversing insulin resistance. Get the Book Here Evolution Health Coaching: Work directly with Kylie and the team to master your variables and reclaim your health. Book a Discovery Call Are you ready to stop managing a decline and start mastering your metabolism? Book a discovery call for The Inflammation Reset at Evolution Health: 👉 www.evolution-health.co/schedule

Intermittent fasting works best when it supports your nervous system. If it spikes stress, it’s not alignment—it’s overload.”- Kylie Buckner, RN Intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool—or a fast track to feeling wired, depleted, and obsessed with food. The difference is alignment. In this episode, Master’s-prepared nurse and wellness coach [Your Name] breaks down the real physiology behind time-restricted eating: circadian rhythm, insulin sensitivity, late-night eating, and why timing can reduce metabolic “friction” when it’s used correctly. You’ll learn how to choose the right fasting window for your body, how to start without triggering stress physiology, and when fasting is not appropriate—so you can use timed eating as a supportive tool instead of a rigid rule. In this episode: The science of circadian metabolism and insulin sensitivity 12:12 vs 14:10 vs 16:8—what’s a good starting point? Signs timed eating is helping (and signs it’s not) Nervous-system-friendly implementation tips for real life How to pair timing with food quality for better results Ready to take the next step? If you want help applying these tools in a way that is customized to your unique physiology and lifestyle, let’s talk. Book a discovery call for The Inflammation Reset, our newest offering from Evolution Health. 👉 Book your discovery call here: www.evolution-health.co/discover

"When you put fiber on your plate, you aren't just eating; you are performing a clinical intervention on your own inflammation." Kylie Buckner, RN Most people think fiber is just about “staying regular.” But as a Master’s-prepared nurse, yoga teacher, and wellness coach, I know fiber is actually one of the most powerful, evidence-based clinical tools you can put on your plate. In this episode, I’m filling in one of the missing pages in your body’s owner’s manual: What fiber actually does in your physiology—and exactly what to eat to get those benefits without blowing up your gut in the process. We talk about how fiber-rich foods support your gut microbiome, increase short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, strengthen your gut barrier, and help regulate inflammation, blood sugar, cholesterol, and appetite. Then we turn it into a simple, doable fiber-forward plate framework you can start using today. Ready to go deeper and actually live this way with structure and support? If this episode sparked something in you and you’re ready to experience the power of a truly fiber-fueled, whole-food, plant-based lifestyle, I’d love to invite you to join me at the McDougall Immersion. I’ll be teaching on fiber and gut health—and you’ll also get: Daily education from leading plant-based physicians and experts Hands-on guidance with what to eat and how to prepare it A supportive community of people making the same changes alongside you If you’ve been waiting for a sign to stop dabbling and start truly caring for your microbiome, blood sugar, and inflammation…this might be it. 👉 Learn more and see upcoming dates here: McDougall Immersion – Official Program InfoAlso check out one of my favorite books on the Microbiome, gut health, and why Fiber became MY favorite "F-Word".... “Fiber Fueled” by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz A fantastic, evidence-based deep dive into the gut microbiome, fiber, and how plant diversity can transform your digestive and overall health. Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

“Once you have the right food guidelines in place, you don’t have to count calories or measure portions. You get full on foods that actually lower inflammation.” – Cassandra Sampson, MS RD In this episode of the Green Glow Podcast, Kylie is joined by friend, neighbor, and fellow plant-based mama Cassandra Sampson, MS, RD—a plant-based registered dietitian who works with the Paddison Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis and has extensive experience in weight loss and life after bariatric surgery. Kylie and Cassandra share how they unexpectedly met at a YMCA fitness class, discovered they were doing nearly identical work in the world, and are both raising their young children plant-based while helping clients reduce inflammation, improve gut health, and reclaim their energy. Cassandra opens up about her journey from traditional clinical and bariatric settings—where she was expected to promote high-protein, low-carb, meat-heavy protocols—to fully embracing a whole-food, plant-based, oil-free approach. She explains how she now helps clients with RA and other inflammatory conditions use food, movement, and mindset to dramatically improve their quality of life. They discuss the power of community, the courage it takes to go plant-based in a meat-centric culture, practical tools for families raising plant-based kids, and why simple habits like consistent exercise and cutting out processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and oils can be game-changing for inflammation. You’ll also hear about Cassandra’s upcoming role as a presenter at the McDougall 12-Day Intensive, and why she’s so passionate about making evidence-based nutrition both realistic and sustainable for real families. Cassandra & Her Work Work with Cassandra 1:1 (virtual):https://cassandragolden.com/ FB: Nutrition Nibbles Consulting Paddison Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis & Inflammatory Arthritis: Paddison Program Experience the power of an eating program that actually works. Cassandra and I are thrilled to be teaching at the next McDougall 12-Day Intensive starting January 23rd. If you’re ready to move from restriction to abundance and see real clinical results in less than two weeks, register here to join our community!

“You don’t have to inject a GLP‑1 drug to support satiety. With the right fiber-rich foods, greens, whole grains, and a few simple spices, you can help your body make and release more of its own GLP‑1—while actually getting healthier in the process.” What happens when a lifestyle medicine doctor also happens to grow most of his family’s food? In this episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast, Kylie sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Pierce, a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician with 18+ years of experience and a deep passion for food-as-medicine and edible gardening. Dr. Pierce practices with Lifestyle Telemedicine, helping patients reverse or improve conditions like diabetes, hypertension, fatty liver disease, and obesity through whole-food, plant-based nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, and community. He shares how his early work in global health—caring for families facing HIV, tuberculosis, and severe malnutrition in Africa and Latin America—reshaped his understanding of what “real” medicine looks like. Back in the U.S., frustrated by 15-minute visits and endless prescription refills, he pivoted into lifestyle medicine and longer, more meaningful visits where patients learn how to get to the root causes of their health issues. You’ll hear how Dr. Pierce: Uses lifestyle medicine to help patients achieve sustainable plant-based weight loss, not just chase a number on the scale. Explains “natural GLP-1 support” with his memorable two G’s and three C’s—simple, everyday foods and spices that help with satiety and cravings. Leads group “food is medicine” visits for pregnant and postpartum patients, where groceries are delivered to their homes and they cook along live on Zoom. Thinks about prevention at key life stages—from preconception and pregnancy through perimenopause and beyond. Fell in love with gardening, now growing multiple fruit trees, vegetables, mushrooms, and more, and how this living garden serves his family’s health, microbiome, and mental well-being. Helped create The Edible Garden: Quick Start Guide for the Plantrician Project to make growing your own food less intimidating and more joyful. If you’ve ever wondered how to make plant-based eating feel sustainable, how to support weight loss without white-knuckle dieting, or how to start even a tiny edible garden for yourself or your family, this conversation is packed with practical ideas and a whole lot of hope. Resources & Links Dr. Jeffrey Pierce & Lifestyle Telemedicine Dr. Jeffrey Pierce’s Lifestyle Telemedicine profile https://lifestyletelemedicine.com/find-your-doctor/jeffrey-pierce/ Dr. Pierce’s personal website (blog, garden, resources): https://jeffpiercemd.com/ Lifestyle Telemedicine (practice home): https://lifestyletelemedicine.com Edible gardening & quick-start support Plantrician Project Quick Start Guides (plant-based, kids, potlucks, and edible garden guides): https://plantricianproject.org California Rare Fruit Growers (for listeners interested in unusual varieties, grafting, and fruit trees): https://crfg.org Books & evidence-based lifestyle medicine Your Body in Balance by Neal Barnard, MD (hormones, menopause, endometriosis) https://www.pcrm.org/your-body-in-balance Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) – https://www.pcrm.org NutritionFacts.org – research-based videos and articles https://nutritionfacts.org Food-as-medicine programs & pregnancy Food-as-Medicine style group visits through Dr. Pierce’s county program Live, virtual group visits for pregnant and postpartum women Delivered groceries + cook-along classes + lifestyle Q&A with a physician American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) – background on lifestyle medicine training & board certification: https://lifestylemedicine.org Documentaries & inspiration The Biggest Little Farm (and its sequel) – regenerative, diversified farm story and soil-health inspiration: https://www.biggestli

“Nothing great is going to come from your comfort zone. Some days 30% is all you have—but if you give that 30%, that’s 100% of what you can do that day.” -Ash SolorioWhat if the most powerful “anti-aging” prescription for women in their 40s and beyond isn’t a cream or a supplement—but a barbell? In this episode, Kylie sits down with neighbor and friend Ash Solorio, Air Force veteran, former San Francisco 49ers cheerleader, and founder of GritRx, a fitness gear brand built around one core belief: grit is prescribed. Ash shares how strength became part of her identity from childhood dance classes to military training at 4 a.m., and what it really took to earn a spot as a professional cheerleader on Monday Night Football. Together, they break down why resistance training is non‑negotiable for women as we age—think bone density, balance, heart health, body composition, and staying active with your kids and grandkids. Ash offers practical, judgment‑free ways to start strength training (even if the weight room terrifies you), simple at-home movements, and recovery tips that help you feel strong instead of “old.” They also dive into the mindset side: why grit often looks like giving 30% on a hard day—if that’s 100% of what you’ve got. Inspired to get strong? Visit GritRx.com to grab Ash's beginner guides and gear, and use code GREENGLOW15 at checkout for 15% off to start your gritty journey today!