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In this episode, we take a 30,000-foot view of the first 30 episodes — connecting the dots between food, movement, stress, sleep, and spiritual well-being.

Health is not just the absence of disease; it’s the presence of vitality, purpose, and balance. We began by addressing access to healthy foods and how food insecurity affects every stage of life — from development in utero to chronic disease in adulthood. From there, we explored gut health, inflammation, metabolism, hormones, and how nearly every system in the body begins in the gut.

We revisited stress as a major hormone disruptor, food sensitivities as hidden inflammation triggers, and brain and spiritual health as essential parts of healing. Movement, through physical therapy, ties it all together — because motion truly is medicine.

The take-home message? Start small. Eat clean food, move daily, breathe deeply, sleep well, and connect with others. Health is built one intentional choice at a time.

💬 “He will tend his flock like a shepherd…” — Isaiah 40:11

Stay healthy, California. 🌿

I want to share a helpful resource with you—a free health questionnaire designed to pinpoint the areas in your life that need focus for optimal wellness. If you're interested, simply click the link in my show notes or visit www.heal-throughfood.com to access it.

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If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

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Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

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Physical therapy isn’t just about stretches or rehab—it's a science of movement. It is a clinical discipline focused on restoring motion, reducing pain, and improving function. PT goes deeper than exercise. It's about understanding biomechanics, neuromuscular patterns, and the body's natural healing timelines. PTs are true movement detectives—assessing, diagnosing, and guiding recovery with precision.

As therapists often say, "Motion is lotion." Movement heals—but only when it's intentional. When we stop moving, everything else slows down too. Research shows that physical therapy reduces reliance on opioids, prevents surgery, improves stroke and Parkinson's outcomes, supports heart health, and helps prevent deadly falls.

But PT isn't just reactive; it's proactive. From preventing injuries and improving posture to strengthening bones and muscles, proactive care keeps you living strong. Beyond the physical, PT empowers—building confidence, trust, and community.

What is your next step? See your PT for a baseline of strength, balance, and flexibility—don't wait for pain to start. Remember: physical therapy isn't a luxury; it's a lifeline.

Stay tuned for simple ways to stay strong, move well, and live healthy—because movement is therapy.

Stay healthy, California! 🌿

Thank you for listening to Healthy California.

If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

My contact:

Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

916-426-2543

linda@heal-throughfood.com

www.heal-throughfood.com

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This week we're zooming in on micronutrients—the vitamins and minerals your body needs in tiny amounts to run big, life-sustaining processes.

In this episode, I break down what vitamins and minerals are, where they come from, and why they’re essential. You’ll hear how vitamins (organic compounds from plants and animals) power immunity, energy, vision, and repair—and how minerals (inorganic elements like calcium, magnesium, iron) support bones, muscles, nerves, electrolyte balance, and oxygen transport. We’ll connect familiar nutrients—vitamin D + calcium, B vitamins for metabolism, magnesium in 300+ reactions, iron for hemoglobin and mitochondrial energy, and vitamin C for collagen, antioxidant defense, and immune support—to everyday health.

We’ll also cover what deficiency can look like (fatigue, cramps, headaches, frequent illness, poor recovery) and when supplements can help—plus the pitfalls: overdosing fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), drug–nutrient interactions, and low-quality products. You’ll get practical strategies: food first (colorful produce, quality proteins, whole foods), smart supplementation, checking if meds deplete nutrients, and foundational habits—hydration, sleep, movement, and stress reduction.

Micronutrients may be “micro,” but their impact is massive. Tune in to learn how to shore up your daily essentials—safely and effectively.

References:

https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/druginduced-nutrient-depletions-what-pharmacists-need-to-know

Drug Induced Nutrient Depletion - Doctors Beyond Medicine

I want to share a helpful resource with you—a free health questionnaire designed to pinpoint the areas in your life that need focus for optimal wellness. If you're interested, simply click the link in my show notes or visit www.heal-throughfood.com to access it.

Thank you for listening to Healthy California.

If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

My contact:

Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

916-426-2543

linda@heal-throughfood.com

www.heal-throughfood.com