The Evolving Wellness Podcast with Sarah Kleiner Wellness

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Do Carbs Cause Diabetes? The Truth About Weight Loss, Hormones, and Reintroducing Carbs (Perimenopause-Friendly)
Sarah Kleiner answers common questions about carbohydrates, arguing that blaming carbs alone for diabetes and weight gain is shortsighted and ignores lifestyle and environmental factors like circadian rhythm, light exposure, sleep, and grounding. She shares her experience with long-term carb restriction leading to low T3, hormone issues, worsened metabolic health, and weight gain, and explains how adding back healthy carbs has helped many clients—especially perimenopausal and menopausal women—sleep better and lose weight. She distinguishes whole-food carbs from processed versions (e.g., potato vs. chips), discusses carb timing and insulin sensitivity, explains individualized carb needs, and addresses glycation, AGEs, oxidative stress, and deuterium through a “terrain/mitochondria” lens.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Carb Questions Intro
00:29 Sarah Story Low Carb
02:44 Disclaimer And Coaching
04:37 Do Carbs Cause Diabetes
05:20 Astronaut Lifestyle Factors
08:17 Good Carbs Vs Junk
10:59 Weight Loss And Thyroid
15:32 Carbs Timing Circadian
18:07 How Many Carbs Needed
19:43 Menopause Carb Strategy
23:40 Reintroducing Carbs Safely
25:50 Glycation And AGEs
30:29 Why Cutting Carbs Works
32:02 Randall Cycle Deuterium
34:43 Wrap Up And Resources

This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!

In this podcast episode, the host interviews Evelyn (“Evie”), who runs Green Medicine of Wisconsin, a cash-based integrative clinic specializing in tick-borne disease in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Evelyn shares her childhood tick bite and classic bullseye rash leading to a clinical Lyme diagnosis, later symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and sore throats, and her path from trauma neurosurgery and primary care into Lyme-focused practice. They discuss 2026’s increased tick concerns, Evelyn’s high household tick encounters, and a wood tick that tested positive for Powassan virus. She describes common clinic presentations (fatigue, cardiac abnormalities, cognitive issues), challenges with testing, and the importance of foundations like sleep, nutrition, stress, and light exposure. Prevention strategies include tick checks, avoiding tall grass, permethrin-treated clothing, proper tweezers removal, and optional tick testing. Treatment may involve antibiotics, herbals, homeopathics, peptides, HDC helminthic therapy, ozone/IV therapies, and intravenous light therapy, with many patients improving over time.

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Connect With Evelyn
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefusionfnp/
https://www.gmofwi.com/ 
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Timestamp:
00:00 Tick Symptoms Surge
01:15 Why This Episode Matters
02:13 Podcast Intro And Disclaimers
03:26 Meet Evelyn Tick Specialist
04:41 Evies Lyme Origin Story
07:21 From Trauma NP To Lyme Clinic
14:41 Modern Tick Boom And What We Can Control
37:34 Why Medicine Misses Lyme
38:32 Terrain First Foundations
39:50 Stress Hormones and Pregnancy
41:19 Tick Bite Prevention Basics
46:26 Tick Testing and Next Steps
54:04 Treatment Options Beyond Antibiotics
01:02:49 Testing Advocacy and Finding Help

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This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!
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Host Sarah Kleiner introduces a conversation with 20-year-old college student Jonathan Jurecki about why aligning light exposure with the sun can dramatically improve energy, mood, sleep, and daily performance. Jonathan shares his holistic upbringing and how he became immersed in sunlight and circadian research, then explains key concepts such as sunrise light contrast, intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells, the suprachiasmatic nucleus, cortisol and melatonin rhythms, and the role of red/near-infrared light in mitochondrial function and oxidative stress (including subcellular melatonin). They discuss why artificial light at night and late-night screens disrupt circadian alignment, practical strategies like controlling evening lighting, blue blockers and hats, and why sleep timing and consistency matter. Jonathan also describes influencing peers to view sunrise, his plans for science communication and research, and efforts to bridge allopathic and naturopathic medicine

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Connect With Johnathan:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/jonathanjarecki?igsh=Zmd4MXN3eDJqeHd0 
Podcast: https://thesignal.riverside.com/ 
Website: https://jonathanjarecki.komi.io/ 
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Timestamp:

00:00 Late Night Gaming Wake Up Call
00:51 Meet Jonathan and His Mission
04:01 Holistic Upbringing and Science Deep Dive
14:41 College Life Sunrise Habits
25:02 Why Morning Light Works
33:28 ATP and EZ Water
34:57 Energy Resistance Principle
36:45 Near Infrared Electron Boost
40:21 Back to Baseline Outdoors
49:33 Night Light and DNA Repair
58:14 Night Light Basics
59:31 Circadian Friendly Lighting
01:02:02 Early Bedtime Rules
01:05:48 Future Plans and Research
01:11:39 Resources and Wrap Up

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This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!
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Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!
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Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) -  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/courses

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Free Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinar

Get Early Access to Podcast Episodes & my Seasonal Food Course + UVB+Red Light Therapy course for free -  https://open.substack.com/pub/sarahkleinerwellness/p/uvbred-light-protocol?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

On the Evolving Wellness podcast, host Sarah interviews her co-coach Becky about menopause and weight loss, focusing on simple behaviors that sabotage progress and the importance of addressing root causes. Becky shares her history of dieting (including Weight Watchers, keto, and 2.5 years of carnivore), a complete hysterectomy at 29 that put her into surgical menopause, intolerance to HRT, and struggles with insulin-resistant weight gain and Hashimoto’s that did not improve on long-term carnivore. She describes improvements after reintroducing foods, implementing circadian practices, balancing macros (including adding carbs), focusing on nervous system regulation, and using lab work to guide medication changes, leading to Hashimoto’s remission and nearly 63 pounds lost while maintaining muscle. They emphasize consistency over perfection, honest self-assessment, community support, and the roles of light, sleep, and adequate nourishment, and promote an info session and upcoming Blueprint cohort starting June 22.

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Connect With Becky:
Website / Coaching: https://beyondnutrition.mykajabi.com/becky-niles-coaching
Affilate Links: https://beyondnutrition.mykajabi.com/coach-becky-s-affiliate-things
Community: https://beyondnutrition.mykajabi.com/
Becky Sarah Kleiner Wellness Coaching:  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/roupFwau/checkout

Social Media
X / Twitter: @nilesbecky 
Instagram: @iambeckyniles 
Facebook:Becky Niles Coaching
Threads: @iambeckyniles
TikTok: @iambeckyniles
YouTube: Beyond Nutrition Community
LinkedIn: Becky Niles 
Pinterest: @iambeckyniles

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Timestamp:

00:00 Hidden Sabotage Habits
00:53 Show Intro and Guest
04:27 Becky’s Health Journey
05:47 Surgical Menopause and HRT
07:02 Carnivore Experiment Lessons
10:57 Circadian Shift and Remission
13:51 Blue Blockers Sponsor
15:20 Labs and Individual Protocols
21:59 Red Light Office Sponsor
24:22 Nervous System and Honesty
28:28 Light Stress and Willpower
30:06 Morning Cortisol Levers
30:26 Blue Light Risky Choices
31:17 Accountability And Support
32:23 Keto Carnivore Rebound
33:46 Seasonal Eating Signals
35:03 Consistency Over Perfection
36:55 Community Beats Loneliness
38:33 Menopause Weight Loss Truth
44:54 Undereating Conservation Mode
51:44 Circadian Rhythm Fat Loss
53:04 Coaching Invite And Wrap
54:52 Real Stories Final Message

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This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!
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Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!
https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resources

Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) -  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/courses

My free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:
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Free Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinar

Get Early Access to Podcast Episodes & my Seasonal Food Course + UVB+Red Light Therapy course for free -  https://open.substack.com/pub/sarahkleinerwellness/p/uvbred-light-protocol?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Contest - https://sarahkleinerwellness.substack.com/p/my-birthday-giveaway-is-here-and?r=5eztl9

Last week's episode - https://youtu.be/OHt5nKM-kiw

Toothpaste list - https://amzlink.to/az0uyVE7ZN55F

Free info session for Blueprint coaching - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/blueprint-live-info-session

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Runner-up: a 10-pack of molecular hydrogen tablets, a SaunaSpace glow light, lifetime access to MyCircadianApp, a $250 voucher for my courses or coaching, and the shampoo, conditioner, thinning serum and hair oil I love.

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Article on blue light indoors - https://sarahkleinerwellness.substack.com/p/the-skin-threat-nobody-is-talking?r=5eztl9

Dr Ellie's toddler protocol - https://drellie.com/2012/08/28/q-a-with-dr-ellie/

Zellie's mints - https://amzlink.to/az0xPhSQUCdrg

Sarah shares a solo follow-up on “Toothpaste Gate 2026,” prompted by heavy email/DM feedback after she said her family stopped using hydroxyapatite toothpaste; many reported gray teeth and extensive cavities and dental bills. She announces a birthday contest that requires subscribing to her Substack, explains Instagram follower removals as a reason for shifting content there, and outlines subscriber freebies and paid perks plus contest prizes. On toothpaste, she argues cavities after switching may reveal deeper “terrain” issues like mouth breathing, gut dysbiosis, and mineral/nutrient deficiencies, then explains her kids’ routine based on Dr. Ellie’s toddler protocol and lists fluoride toothpaste alternatives. She also addresses “sunscreen indoors,” saying UV filters don’t block high-energy visible blue light and recommending tinted products with iron oxide, while urging nuance about sun exposure and skin cancer as cumulative oxidative stress.

00:00 Toothpaste Gate Teaser
00:20 Podcast Intro and Backlash
01:24 Birthday Contest and Substack
04:52 Prizes and How to Enter
06:35 Toothpaste Gate Explained
08:45 Kids Dental Protocol
10:55 Fluoride Toothpaste Options
14:03 Sunscreen Indoors and Blue Light
15:17 Nuance on Sunscreen and Risk
18:18 Wrap Up and Reminders

This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!________________________________________

Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resources

Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/courses

My free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJI

Free Webinars - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/free-masterclasses