Is all the seasonal running around causing you to feel rundown?

In my conversation with Dr. Blossom,ND, we discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy immune system, especially during the holiday season. She emphasizes the impact of stress on immunity, the role of nutrition, and the benefits of various herbal remedies. Our discussion also covers specific products like St. Francis Herb Farm’s Deep Immune and Virafect, and highlights the significance of community involvement in herbal medicine.

In this Episode

• Stress negatively impacts our immune system.
• Quality sleep is crucial for maintaining immunity.
• Gratitude can lower cortisol levels and improve mood.
• Herbs like Canadian bitters can aid in sleep.
• Deep Immune tonic helps bolster innate immunity.
• Children's immune systems can benefit from herbal support.
• Echinacea and Goldenseal are powerful herbal allies.
• Community involvement enhances the sustainability of herbal practices.

We talk about

00:00 Introduction to Naturopathy and Seasonal Health

02:51 The Impact of Stress on Immunity

05:53 Herbal Remedies for Sleep and Stress Management

08:51 Nutrition's Role in Immune Health

11:52 Understanding Innate Immunity and Seasonal Illness

15:00 Immune Support Products and Their Benefits

19:59 Herbal Solutions for Coughs and Colds

23:54 Echinacea and Goldenseal: A Deep Dive

27:55 Community and Sustainability in Herbal Medicine

29:43 Conclusion and Future Topics

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Show Description:

September hits differently—and if you're feeling the shift, you're not alone.

Fall brings routine, structure, and often… stress. In this video, I’m sharing practical ways to support your immune system, nervous system, digestion, and energy levels as you move from summer ease into fall busyness.

You'll learn:

✔️ Why fall increases stress + overwhelm

✔️ How the season affects digestion + immunity

✔️ What B vitamins do for mood, energy & brain health

✔️ Why methylated B vitamins work best

✔️ How to support your body with warming fall foods

✔️ Sleep strategies for shorter days

✔️ Supplements like GABA, L-theanine & Ashwagandha

Whether you’re juggling work, school, family, or all of the above—these tips will help you stay balanced, focused, and resilient this season.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro

0:47 Why Fall Feels So Busy

2:10 How Seasonal Change Affects Your Body

4:30 Why B Vitamins Matter

7:25 Diet Shifts for the Fall Season

10:00 The Role of Sleep in Fall Wellness

11:45 Supplements for Stress & Overwhelm

14:10 Final Thoughts & Practical Fall Tips

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DISCLAIMER: As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, my job is to promote personal awareness and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose diseases or treatments.You must see a medical professional for a diagnosis or treatment.

Are you tired of tossing and turning, waking up groggy, or feeling run-down every cold season?

In this episode of Talk to Vicky, I sit down with Caroline Farquhar, Medical Advisor at CanPrev, to explore how stress, sleep, and immunity are deeply connected – and what you can do about it naturally.

In this episode:

• Why good sleep is your immune system’s best defense
• The power of “VU Breathing” to calm stress instantly
• The difference between Sleep Reset and Sleep Restore by CanPrev
• Natural solutions like magnesium, ashwagandha, and reishi mushrooms
• How to balance stress hormones with Adrenal Chill and GABA + L-Theanine
• How mushrooms like reishi and turkey tail strengthen your immune system
• Details on CanPrev’s 20-year anniversary contest – Flip the Lid – for a chance to win up to $500 in products

If you want to sleep deeper, stress less, and boost your body’s natural defenses this winter, this conversation is for you.

Listen now and discover how small habits can transform your energy, mood, and overall wellness – naturally.

#TalkToVicky #CanPrev #SleepBetterNaturally #StressReliefTips #ImmuneSupport #HolisticHealth #WomenWellness #NaturalSupplements #ReishiMushroom #MagnesiumForSleep #AshwagandhaBenefits #CanadianWellness #HolisticNutrition #PodcastForHealth #WinterWellness

We talk about:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 03:00 Sleep and seasonal transitions
• 07:00 The truth about sleep hygiene
• 08:30 Nighttime rituals and natural sleep support
• 10:00 How stress impacts sleep and immunity
• 11:00 The “VU Breathing” exercise for instant calm
• 13:00 Herbs and supplements for stress relief
• 15:00 GABA vs L-Theanine explained
• 16:00 Immune system support and Cold Pro formula
• 18:00 Mushrooms and immunity – Reishi, Cordyceps, and more
• 21:00 Sugar, alcohol, and immune health
• 22:00 CanPrev’s 20-year anniversary promotion: Flip the Lid

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The Flip the Silver Cap contest celebrates CanPrev's 20th anniversary by giving you a chance to win a $500 prize pack of CanPrev products. To enter, buy a specially marked bottle of CanPrev Magnesium Bis-Glycinate 200 Gentle (120 capsules) at a Canadian health food store. Open the bottle and check under the cap; if you see "You’re a winner" with a QR...