93 | Fiber Fundamentals: Soluble vs Insoluble and the Gut Microbiome
Let's talk about dietary fiber in plain terms: the difference between soluble (fermentable) and insoluble fibers, how soluble fiber feeds gut microbes to produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids, and why insoluble fiber adds bulk to ease transit. We'll also briefly discuss how FOS/GOS and inulin fit into the picture.Â
Practical takeaways include aiming for about 25–30+ g/day from whole plant foods, using psyllium as a balanced supplement option, increasing fiber slowly to avoid discomfort, and seeking specialized care for those with GI conditions, since more fiber isn't appropriate for everyone.
Resources
The Gut/Brain/Immune System and Non-Nutritive Sweeteners class mentioned in this episode
The 2026 Supplement Deep Dive Wait List
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92 | Revenue is down. What now?
This episode builds on the newsletter I sent out last week and a lot of conversations I’ve been having with other small business owners. If your revenue is down this year, you're not alone. I talk about practical, accessible steps you can take when business slows.
What I cover
The normal ups and downs of running a small business. Growth every year is not the realistic baseline.
Don’t assume a down year means you’re doomed. You need a different strategy, not resignation.
Start with the basics: get a clear marketing plan, show up consistently, and take excellent care of the clients you already have.
If you’ve fallen off your marketing routine, restart the simple things you know how to do.
If your current plan is not working, get curious rather than hard on yourself. You probably need new skills or support.
Use resources you already own first: courses, books, freebies you purchased but never used. Try one and follow it through.
Ask your community what has helped them. There are many free or low-cost tools and approaches that move the needle.
Foundations first: just like health care, make sure the basics are in place before getting fancy. For marketing that means steady ways to meet people, stay in touch, invite them to work with you, and deliver a great client experience.
Be willing to try things. Some will work, some will not. Learn and iterate.
If needed, take practical measures like getting other income temporarily. That is okay.
Resources mentioned
My practitioner newsletter: https://www.camillefreeman.com/newsletterÂ
My book on newsletters: Write Better Newsletters
Want help? If you have a specific situation you want me to talk through, send a short summary and I may address it in a future episode.
Thanks for listening. Take care and talk soon.
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91 | Updating our Language: HRT --> MHT
Herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman explains why the term "hormone replacement therapy (HRT)" can mislead patients by implying menopause is a problem to be fixed, and why many practitioners are switching to "menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)."
She urges clinicians to be mindful of their language, clarifies what MHT better reflects about hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause, and invites listeners to adopt more accurate, non-pathologizing terminology.
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90 | The Herbal Fertility Handbook: An Interview with Liane Moccia
In this episode, I chat with Liane about her journey into fertility herbalism and her upcoming book, The Herbal Fertility Handbook, which launches on September 23, 2025 (and is available for pre-order now!).
What’s inside:
Liane shares how her own fertility challenges led her down a path of self-directed study, including a year-long internship with a naturopathic doctor.
We talk about the holistic approach she takes in her work—combining herbs, nutrition, supplements, lifestyle changes, and attention to both menstrual and sperm health.
Liane describes the writing process for her new book, including how she used a content map to stay focused and organized. She also explains why pre-orders are so important for first-time authors.
If you’re interested in herbal fertility support, either personally or professionally, you’ll want to check out this accessible, research-informed guide.
Links:
Liane’s website: https://lianemoccia.com/Â
Follow Liane on Instagram or LinkedIn
Pre-order The Herbal Fertility Handbook from your favorite bookseller (here's the Bookshop.org link)
The Practitioner Fertility Training offered by Camille and Liane last year (you can still sign up for the DIY version!)
Our upcoming Pregnancy Practitioner Training, which starts this fall.Â
If you’re curious about supporting fertility naturally or want to help others on this path, you’ll find lots of practical wisdom in this episode.
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89 | Updating your "About Me" Page
Your "About Me" page is one of the most visited pages on your website. When was the last time you looked at it?Â
In this episode, Camille discusses the different functions and "About Me" page can serve and reflects on the different ways we come to know each other. Your "About Me" page can be a place to list facts: degrees, certifications, etc. It can also be a place to share your perspective, to show people who you are on a deeper level.Â
If you're ready to give your "About Me" page an update or simply want to engage in reflective thinking, join Camille's upcoming workshop on updating your "About Me" page. Tune in for insights that spark creativity and connection in the digital space.
Resources
Register for the "About Me" page workshop
Firefly Creative Writing
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