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Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma

Welcome to "Rooted in Wellness" with me, Mona Sharma, your guide and celebrity holistic nutritionist. Embark on a transformative journey from imbalance to harmony, where ancient wisdom meets modern scientific insights. Growing up on an ashram, I embraced the philosophy that food is medicine and your kitchen is your health sanctuary. After navigating heart surgeries, anxiety, and weight challenges, I realized that common symptoms don"t equate to normalcy. Join me as we unlock the power of our mind,

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86. Staying Well When Life Gets Full: A Holiday Q&A...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/11/21

What if the holidays weren’t something you had to recover from, but a chance to return to your natural rhythm?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m answering your top questions about how to feel grounded, nourished, and supported through a season that often disrupts our routines. I break down how to strengthen immunity, support digestion, reduce bloating, and stay energized using both Ayurvedic principles and modern functional science. We explore mindful ways to enjoy nostalgic holiday foods without

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85. The Real Reason You’re Not Recovering Like You...

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2025/11/19

What if longevity wasn’t about adding more to your routine, but about helping your body do what it’s already designed to do?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m joined by Dan Pardi, Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, to explore how stem cells, cellular repair, and resilience actually work in the body. We discuss why recovery shifts as we age, the role of inflammation in slowing regeneration, and how simple lifestyle rhythms like movement, sleep in true darkness, fasting, and circadian

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84. Why You Can’t Heal Your Hormones Without Healing...

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2025/11/12

What if the symptoms you’re trying to fix, fatigue, bloating, anxiety, weight change, are really your body’s way of asking you to listen? Today on Rooted in Wellness, me and my guest Dr. GuyCitrin, explore the intricate connection between the gut, hormones, and nervous system, and how inflammation and stress create the “stuck” feeling so many women describe. This is the bridge we love on this show: modern functional medicine meeting ancient wisdom in a way that feels empowering, not

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83. Quantum Biology Free Tools Your Body Already...

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2025/11/05

What if the most powerful medicine is already free and built into your biology? Today on Rooted in Wellness, we explore light, water, sound, and coherence through the lens of quantum biology, and how these simple inputs help your body remember how to heal. This is the bridge we love on this show: ancient wisdom meeting modern science in a way that feels practical and human.In this conversation, we break down quantum biology in plain language, connect circadian rhythm to mitochondrial function, and

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82. Tired, Foggy, And Told You’re Fine? The Truth...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/10/29

What if your thyroid labs say you’re “normal,” but your body keeps saying otherwise?In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, my guest McCall McPherson, PA-C, founder and medical director of Modern Thyroid Clinic, joins me to uncover the science, symptoms, and solutions behind the thyroid epidemic. We explore why millions of women are told their labs look fine yet still feel exhausted, foggy, anxious, or stuck in bodies that no longer respond the way they used to. Together we unpack what’s missing

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81. A Neuroscientist’s Guide to Aging Well with Dr....

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/10/22

What if aging well didn’t have to feel like a science project, or a race against time?In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I sit down with neuroscientist and longevity educator Dr. Kay Linker to explore the calm, grounded side of longevity. We talk about what’s really behind the “healthspan” movement, and how to balance data-driven tools like wearables with intuitive rituals that cost nothing: movement, laughter, breath, and rest.Dr. Kay explains why VO₂ max is one of the strongest predictors of

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80. Rethinking Astrology for Real Life with Madi Murphy

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2025/10/15

What if your health is shaped just as much by the cosmos as it is by what you eat or how you move? In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I sit with astrologer and empowerment mentor Madi Murphy to explore how tuning into the moon, your rising sign, and the archetypes of the zodiac can help you feel more grounded, resilient, and aligned.Madi shares the simple rituals that root her, the patterns that pull her off balance, and why embodying your authentic self is one of the most powerful medicines

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79. The Sleep Doctor’s 5 Free Shifts for Better Rest...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/10/08

What if the biggest shift in your health came not from supplements or diets, but from the way you sleep? In this grounding episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Breus, known worldwide as The Sleep Doctor, to explore how sleep impacts every part of our well-being. A clinical psychologist and board-certified sleep specialist, Dr. Breus brings decades of research and real-world experience to show us that better sleep isn’t about complicated hacks, it’s about rhythm, consistency, and understanding your

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78. 5 Underrated Ayurvedic Keys to Lasting Weight Loss

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2025/10/02

When it comes to weight loss, most of us have been taught the same formula: eat less, move more, and work harder. But the truth is, lasting weight release isn’t about punishment or restriction, it’s about alignment, safety, and balance within your body.In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I share five often-overlooked factors that influence your ability to release weight, blending ancient wisdom with modern science. You’ll learn why your self-talk directly impacts your biology, how syncing with

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77. Grace, Grit & a Second Heart with Dr. Dawn Mussallem

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2025/10/01

What does it mean to truly live after hardship? In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Dawn Mussallem, an integrative physician whose story is as extraordinary as her work. A stage 4 cancer survivor who lived with heart failure for over two decades before receiving a heart transplant, Dawn brings a rare perspective on resilience, healing, and hope. Together, we explore how mindset and gratitude shape recovery, why prevention and screening can be empowering instead of fear-driven, and how

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76. Your Job Is Burning You Out (Here’s How to Change...

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2025/09/26

What if your health is shaped just as much by the culture you work in as it is by what you eat or how you move? In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I sit with my friend John Lufburrow to explore the hidden impact of workplace environments on our well-being.John shares the three forces that keep him grounded: faith, family, and frequency. He opens up about how simple practices like affirmations, mindset shifts, and energy awareness create ripple effects that extend far beyond personal wellness

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75. Tap Into Your Body’s Reset Button with Povilas...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/09/24

What if your body held a built-in reset button for stress, energy, and digestion? In this episode, I sit down with Povilas Sabaliauskas, CEO and co-founder of Pulsetto, to explore the fascinating world of the vagus nerve, the communication highway between your brain and body. Together, we dive into why so many of us feel “stuck” in fight-or-flight, how vagus nerve activation supports sleep, mood, and recovery, and the ways both ancient practices and modern technology can bring us back into

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74. Why 3 A.M. Wake-Ups Are Trying to Tell You...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/09/17

What if the secret to deep, restorative sleep begins at sunrise, not bedtime?In this grounding episode, I sit down with sleep educator and former insomniac Mollie Eastman to explore why rest is a skill, and how light, food, temperature, and mindset shape the way we sleep. Together, we uncover why so many of us feel tired but wired, how morning sunlight and meal timing set the stage for deep rest, and what to do when you wake up at 3 a.m. Mollie shares compassionate, science-backed insights on

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73. How Ancient Wisdom and Modern Rituals Help Heal...

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2025/09/10

What if the key to healing emotional trauma, reducing inflammation, and reconnecting with yourself isn’t another quick fix, but ancient wisdom and simple daily rituals?In this heart-opening episode, I sit down with healer, musician, and soulful guide Shayoon Alexander to explore the intersection of emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and embodied living. Together, we unpack how trauma gets stored in the body, how discipline can be a gentle act of self-respect, and why regulation, not

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72. What If Autoimmune Disease Is Actually Your Body...

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2025/09/03

What if your immune system isn’t attacking you… but protecting you in ways we’ve only just begun to understand? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, to explore why autoimmune conditions and chronic inflammation are on the rise, and how shifting the story we tell about our health can transform the way we heal. Dr. Bland shares why 70% of our immune system begins in the gut, how our immune age may be a more powerful marker of vitality than our

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71. How Ayurveda Heals Bloating Balances Hormones and...

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2025/08/27

What if the secret to better digestion, deeper sleep, balanced hormones, and lasting longevity isn’t in the latest supplements, but in ancient wisdom you can apply today?In this episode, I sit down with Ayurvedic wellness expert and Ayurgamaya founder, Salila Sukumaran, to uncover how simple morning rituals, seasonal lifestyle practices, and herbal remedies can transform your health. We explore how aligning with your circadian rhythm reduces inflammation and bloating, why your doshas influence

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70. Why You're Not Losing Fat (And What Actually...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/08/20

What if your metabolism isn’t something you “fix,” but something you free?In this episode, I sit down with Ben Azadi, author of Metabolic Freedom and host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, to explore what’s really driving fatigue, weight resistance, hormone chaos, and why so many people are stuck in cycles of doing more… but healing less. Ben shares how his first breakthrough had nothing to do with food. It started with a decision to take radical responsibility for his thoughts. From there,

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69. Why Your Relationships Matter More Than...

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2025/08/13

What if the most overlooked pillar of your health isn’t food, sleep, or exercise, but your relationships?In this episode, I sit down with Shawn Stevenson, bestselling author and host of The Model Health Show, to explore how connection shapes everything from your stress response to your metabolism, gut health, and even gene expression. Shawn shares his journey of healing from a spinal diagnosis at 20, and how building a culture of connection, through food, family, and presence, transformed not

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68. How Meal Timing Can Reverse Fatigue and Hormonal...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/08/06

What if eating at the wrong time is silently sabotaging your energy, hormones, and mood?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rupy Aujla, medical doctor and founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen, to explore how syncing your meals, movement, and light exposure with your circadian rhythm can recalibrate your entire system. Dr. Rupy and I explain how inflammation disrupts your brain and metabolism, why late-night eating throws your hormones off track, and how simple daily rituals can reignite your energy

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67. The Gut Healing Secrets You’ve Never Heard Before...

Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma ·

2025/07/30

What if the root of your symptoms isn’t in your head or your hormones, but in your gut?In this episode, I sit down with Kiran Krishnan, microbiologist and founder of Microbiome Labs, to explore why the gut is so much more than a digestive system. It’s the control center for your mood, your energy, your hormones, and your healing. Kiran breaks down how the gut and brain communicate, why stress disrupts your entire microbiome, and what most people get wrong about probiotics. We also explore the

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