Healing The Source Podcast

You dont need more stimulants. You need better blood flow.

In this episode, Im joined by Ilan Sobel, CEO of BioHarvest Sciences, to talk about the future of plant-based medicineand how VINIA, their flagship red grape cell product, is helping people unlock what they call blood flow energy.

VINIA works by increasing nitric oxide (NO) and reducing Endothelin-1 (ET-1)a protein that causes blood vessels to constrict. The result? Relaxed arteries, improved circulation, and more oxygen and nutrients delivered to your cells. Backed by clinical trials, VINIA helps support:
Physical energy and endurance
Sharper mental alertness
Faster cellular detox
Better cardiovascular performance

We discuss:
The science behind piceid resveratroland why it's superior to traditional forms
How BioHarvest grows only the bioactive plant cells using Botanical Synthesis
Why blood flow is foundational to hormone health, detox, cognition, and longevity
How their VINIA decaf coffee boosts mental clarity without caffeine
How this clean biotech approach is scaling plant medicine sustainablywithout soil, pesticides, or GMOs

Whether youre navigating chronic fatigue, hormonal shifts, or just looking for smarter solutions that actually work, this episode is packed with insight into the future of functional, preventative medicine.

Resources:

Vinia.com

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Vinia's Coffee

BioHarvest Sciences

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I’m joined by Krista Williams, co-host of the wildly successful Almost 30 podcast and co-author of the brand-new book Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond. Krista and her co-host Lindsey Simcik created the guide they wished they had during the confusing, transformative transition from their late 20s into their 30s—a time full of cosmic shake-ups, friendship shifts, body image reckoning, and purpose redefinition.

This conversation goes deep into the heart of that transition. Krista opens up about how her relationship with her body has evolved after years of being steeped in diet culture and how turning 30 brought her a completely new lens on friendship, self-worth, and intuitive living.

We talk about what it means to truly feel safe in your body, how to let go of relationships with compassion, and why growing older can be a deeply spiritual initiation—if you let it be.

We explore:

• The emotional shifts that come with turning 30

• Letting go of friendships that no longer align—and the grief that comes with it

• How to attract relationships that reflect your growth

• Healing from diet culture and embracing a softer, intuitive approach to wellness

• Rebuilding a sense of safety in your body after years of disconnection

• Self-worth, control, and learning to trust your body again

• Creating identity outside of old stories, labels, or roles

• Why the Saturn Return is more than an astrology trend—it’s a spiritual doorway

Whether you're navigating a friendship breakup, trying to heal your relationship with food, or simply wondering who you're becoming—this episode will meet you exactly where you are.

Resources:

This episode is sponsored by one of my favorite brands, Puori! Shop Puori grass-fed protein powder + supplements (Clean Label Certified and third-party tested!!!) discount code: HEALINGTHESOURCE

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Sharone Hakman’s journey is a powerful reminder that trusting your gut—even when the path is uncertain—can lead to something greater than you imagined.

In this inspiring conversation, Sharone shares how he went from financial advisor to MasterChef contestant to founder of the clean-ingredient food brand Chef Hak’s. We explore what it takes to rebuild—not just businesses, but belief in yourself—especially when life throws you curveballs.

He opens up about:

• The inner work behind every leap he’s taken

• How meditation, mindfulness, and language shape his daily life

• Why he refuses to compromise on food quality or personal values

• How fatherhood and legacy guide the way he shows up in the world

• What led to his newest wellness brand, Sunny Within, and how it bridges soul and strategy

This episode is about more than food—it’s about staying rooted in purpose, even when things get loud. If you're navigating a season of transition or waiting for the “right” time to jump, Sharone’s story will meet you right where you are.

Resources:

This episode is sponsored by one of my favorite brands, Puori! Shop Puori grass-fed protein powder + supplements (Clean Label Certified and third-party tested!!!) discount code: HEALINGTHESOURCE

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Check out the very delicious Haks barbecue sauces, cooking sauces, salad dressings and prepared meals sold in over 12,000 retail stores around the US

Liposomal formulas made with heart-healthy organic avocado oil SunnyWithin 

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What’s really in your child’s school lunch — and what’s it doing to their health?

In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Nora LaTorre, CEO and co-founder of Eat Real, to unpack the state of school food in America. Nora shares the shocking truth behind the ultra-processed meals fed to millions of kids each day — and how it’s contributing to the rise in type 2 diabetes, attention issues, and chronic disease.

We explore how school cafeterias became “the largest restaurant chain in America,” what’s fueling the crisis, and how Nora is fighting back through policy, advocacy, and real food. You’ll hear why she believes parents have more power than they think, what other countries are doing differently, and what we can do — starting at home — to reclaim our children’s health.

If you’ve ever felt heartbroken or helpless about the food your child is served at school, this episode is your blueprint for change.

Topics include:

• The shocking amount of sugar in school meals

• Why ultra-processed food is a threat to child development

• How school lunches affect focus, emotional health, and behavior

• What real leadership in food policy looks like

• Simple actions parents can take to advocate for better food

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In this deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation, Claudia sits down with Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life of America, to explore abortion through a lens that isn’t often discussed—the physical, emotional, and spiritual aftermath many women experience.

This episode isn’t about pushing an agenda. It’s about asking questions that often go unanswered in mainstream conversations and inviting nuance into a topic that’s usually black and white.

Together, we explore:

• What women wish they knew before having an abortion

• Physical and hormonal side effects that are rarely talked about

• Why emotional and spiritual healing is just as important as physical recovery

• The growing role of abortion pills—and the concerns around their impact on young women

• How we can better support women and children in a society that often fails both

• How to have respectful, faith-informed conversations in a world that can feel hostile to differing views

Whether you agree with Kristan’s stance or not, this episode is an invitation to listen with curiosity and compassion. You may not walk away with all the answers—but you’ll definitely walk away with a broader perspective.

Resources:

Instagram: @kristanmercerhawkins  
Website: Kristan Hawkins – Unapologetically Pro-Life
X: https://x.com/KristanHawkins
Facebook: @hawkinskristan  
YouTube: youtube.com/@KristanHawkinsSFLA

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