External and Internal Health: A Conversation with Juli Smolen

Compounding Change with Shannon Davis

Wanting to be healthy is one thing. Knowing how to be healthy is another thing. But taking the first step toward a healthy lifestyle is something else entirely. It's not easy to make changes, but a few steps toward positive change today can add up to big changes in the future. Like investing, compounding change is at work in your health, too.

In this episode of Compounding Change, Shannon Davis speaks with Julie Smolen, Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Holistic Hive about her transformative journey through health and fitness. They discuss the importance of small, intentional actions in creating compound changes in life.

Julie shares her experiences with fitness, health challenges, and the discovery of natural remedies, particularly essential oils, that have empowered her and her family. Shannon and Julie talk about the importance of eliminating toxins from the home, the role of nutrition as medicine, and the connection between gut health and mental well-being.

They emphasize the need for exercise and a holistic approach to health, particularly as it relates to aging and women's health issues. The discussion also touches on the impact of dietary choices on long-term health and the importance of planning for a healthy future.

Takeaways

-Small actions lead to big results in health and life.

-Health is not just about diet and exercise; it's holistic.

-Natural remedies can significantly improve well-being.

-Creating a healthy home environment is essential for families.

-Eliminating toxins from the home is crucial for health.

-Food should be viewed as medicine, focusing on whole foods.

-Mental health can be influenced by dietary chemicals.

-Gut health is linked to neurological conditions like Parkinson's.

-Regular exercise is essential for maintaining health as we age.

-Dietary choices today affect long-term health outcomes.

-Awareness of food's impact on health is vital for families.

-Small, consistent changes lead to significant health improvements.

-Listening to your body is important for overall wellness.

-Planning for health is as important as financial planning for retirement.

Chapters

01:35 Introduction to Compounding Change

04:39 Julie Smolen's Transformative Journey

06:51 Health and Fitness Competition

10:28 Facing Health Challenges

15:53 Discovering Natural Remedies

22:22 Eliminating Toxins for Better Health

25:58 Food as Medicine: The Importance of Nutrition

28:48 The Role of Exercise in Health and Longevity

34:04 Planning for a Healthy Future

Helpful Links: Juli Smolen: https://julismolen.lifestepseo.com/

Shannon Davis: https://www.daviscompoundingchange.com/

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