Grounded Wellness by Primally Pure

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare, or like your routine isn’t working, this episode will help you reconnect with a more intuitive, effective, and natural approach to skin health. 
In today’s world of microneedling, tiktok trends, and 12-step routines, it’s easy to feel like more skincare = better skin… but what if that’s actually the problem?
Tune-in to this episode of Grounded Wellness, where Bethany sits down with Primally Pure’s in-house holistic esthetician, Courtney, to unpack what’s really driving modern beauty culture and why a shift toward natural skincare, skinimalism, and circadian biology may be the key to truly healthy, resilient skin.
From clean make-up and minimalist routines to the truth about trending treatments like microneedling and radiofrequency, this conversation will completely reframe how you think about skincare.
Because your skin doesn’t need more products, it needs better support. 
In this episode Bethany + Courtney cover:
Why the viral “morning shed” TikTok trend could be damaging your skin barrier and leading to long-term skin issues

The nuanced truth about microneedling, dermaplaning, and radiofrequency treatments–  when they can help, when they can harm, and what most people aren’t told

The connection between circadian biology, sunlight, and skin health– including what happened to Bethany’s skin when she stopped wearing sunglasses

Clean make-up made simple: tinted SPF, non-toxic swaps, and the minimalist routine Courtney actually uses (plus the one product she can’t live without)

Our oil + water philosophy for truly hydrated skin– why most people are missing this step when they start using tallow and how to fix it

How facial massage and lymphatic drainage can transform your skin (and nervous system) without relying on invasive treatment

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Is the sun actually medicine?

Most of us have been taught to fear sunlight. At best, we think of it as a way to get vitamin D. At worst, we see it as something that damages our skin and accelerates aging.

But what if the human body actually runs on light?

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, we sit down with heliotherapy practitioner and circadian biology educator Zaid Dahhaj to explore the deeper science of sunlight and how it programs nearly every system in the body.

From hormones and metabolism to skin repair, sleep, and mitochondrial function, light acts as one of the most powerful biological signals we receive every day.
We discuss why modern life has disconnected us from the natural light cycles our bodies evolved around, how artificial blue light may be disrupting our health, and why the sun might be one of the most misunderstood forces in modern medicine.

We also break down how different times of day affect the body differently. Morning sunlight, midday UV exposure, and sunset all play unique roles in regulating circadian rhythms, producing hormones, supporting mitochondrial energy, and even protecting the skin.
If you’re eating clean, exercising, and doing “all the right things” but still feeling tired, inflamed, or out of sync, your light environment may be the missing piece.

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In this conversation, we explore:
• Why sunlight may be one of the most powerful forms of medicine
• How artificial blue light disrupts circadian signaling
• The connection between light exposure, skin health, and aging
• Why morning sunlight helps regulate sleep and hormone production
• The surprising health benefits of midday sun exposure
• How melanin protects the body and why tanning may not mean skin damage
• The role of light in mitochondrial energy and chronic disease prevention
• Why sunglasses and sunscreen may influence how your body responds to sunlight
• How modern indoor lifestyles disconnect us from our biological programming
This episode will challenge everything you’ve been told about the sun and offer a new perspective on how aligning with natural light cycles could transform your health.

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Website: https://www.zaidkdahhaj.com/
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Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/THE2AMPODCAST

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So much of modern “anti-aging” is built on fear - fear of wrinkles, fear of decline, fear that your best years are behind you. But what if aging isn’t just something to fight, but something to understand?
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Dr. Joy Kong (UCLA-trained, triple board-certified stem cell specialist) to demystify regenerative medicine and reframe what stem cells actually are: not magic, not science fiction - but part of the original intelligence of life itself.
Dr. Joy takes us all the way back to the beginning - the single stem cell that became you - and explains how stem cells work in the body today, why they matter for repair, and what’s real versus hype in the rapidly growing stem cell world. From autoimmune conditions and neurological recovery to skin rejuvenation, hair health, and even fertility markers, she unpacks what she’s seen clinically, what research suggests, and where language matters when it comes to FDA-approved claims.
Bethany also asks the questions most people are thinking (but don’t know how to ask): What’s the difference between autologous vs. allogeneic stem cells? How are umbilical cord-derived cells sourced and screened? What are the risks? How do critics misunderstand the research? And can supplements or therapies really “mobilize” your body’s own stem cells - or does that just burn through your supply faster?
This conversation isn’t just about stem cells. It’s about what it means to heal, to repair, and to reclaim agency over your health with wisdom, discernment, and a long-term view of the body.
In this episode, we cover:
What stem cells actually are (and why the “hype” exists)
The “gold standard” stem cells being used today: mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)
How MSCs “trace signals” and support the body’s repair processes
Autologous vs. allogeneic cells - and why source matters as we age
What umbilical cord donor screening looks like (and what ethical sourcing means)
Why stem cell claims are complicated in the U.S. (FDA language + approvals)
What the research suggests stem cells may support across organ systems
Exosomes vs. stem cells: what’s different, what lasts longer, what’s more targeted
Stem cell “mobilizers” (exercise, hyperbaric oxygen, supplements): helpful or risky?
Skin, hair, and aesthetic regeneration - what actually works and why
Peptides, sauna, and other longevity tools Dr. Joy uses clinically

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Learn More from Dr. Joy Kong:
Website: joykongmd.com
Book: Tiger of Beijing: on Amazon
Youtube: Joy Kong MD Channel
Podcast: The Dr Joy Kong Podcast
Instagram: @dr_joy_kong

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Most women don’t want to lose weight just to hit a number on the scale. They want to feel confident, attractive, and comfortable in their own body again. And yet for so many women, even eating clean and working out feels like it’s not enough.

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with functional nutritionist and Primal Bod founder Candi Frazier - a woman whose own health journey led her to uncover what most weight-loss conversations completely miss: insulin, metabolism, and the hidden signals that decide whether your body stores fat or burns it.

Candi shares how years of “doing everything right” - clean eating, calorie restriction, intense workouts, keto, paleo, fasting - still left her stuck in a body that wouldn’t respond. The breakthrough didn’t come from more discipline. It came from understanding insulin, blood sugar, and how women’s bodies actually work - especially under chronic stress.

Together, Bethany and Candi unpack why so many women feel trapped in cycles of hypoglycemia, cravings, stubborn weight gain, hormonal chaos, and burnout-and how those symptoms often show up long before a lab test ever flags a problem. They explore why insulin resistance can exist even in women who look “healthy,” how visceral fat drives inflammation and aging, and why most mainstream nutrition advice unintentionally keeps women stuck.

This conversation challenges nearly every modern wellness narrative - from constant snacking and “healthy” paleo treats to aggressive fasting, overtraining, and the belief that fat loss is about willpower. Instead, it reframes fat as information, hunger as a signal, and metabolism as something that can be rebuilt - not punished.

If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you, this episode will change how you think about food, movement, fasting, hormones, and what it actually means to be healthy.

In this episode, we explore:
Why insulin, not calories, is the master switch for fat loss
How hypoglycemia, cravings, and “hanger” signal deeper metabolic issues
Why keto and paleo often fail women (even when done “right”)
The difference between visceral fat vs. protective fat - and why it matters
How insulin resistance shows up on the skin before labs catch it
Why more fasting isn’t always better (especially for women)
Protein, muscle, and finding your personal “Goldilocks zone”
Why meat-first eating stabilizes hormones, appetite, and energy
How movement, walking, and post-meal activity improve insulin sensitivity
The difference between pleasure, joy, and long-term health
This is an honest, no-nonsense conversation about metabolism, modern food environments, and reclaiming agency over your body - without extremes, starvation, or shame.

Episode Resources:
Pottenger’s Cats: A Study in Nutrition by Francis M. Pottenger Jr.
More from Dr. Sean O’Mara, who was mentioned
More from Jack Kruse, who was mentioned

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Learn More from Candi Frazier:
Website: primalbod.com
Book: Get Sexy, Girlfriend!: Your Ancestors Were Attractive, You Should Be Too
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CandiFrazier
Instagram: @theprimalbod

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Most of us only think about movement when something hurts. But what if the stiffness you’ve been ignoring is actually your body’s early warning system - not a life sentence, but information?

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Vinny Crispino (Pain Academy) - an eight-time All-American athlete whose life changed after a surfing accident left him with a broken back and years of relentless, chronic pain. What followed wasn’t a simple “rehab protocol,” but decade-long unraveling of what pain really is - and why so many people stay stuck even after tissue heals.

Vinny breaks down the missing link most pain conversations skip: the nervous system. He shares why chasing a “perfect” squat, the “right” posture, or the one miracle stretch can keep you trapped in an endless loop - and how healing often begins when we stop trying to outthink the body and start learning to feel safe inside it again.

Together, Bethany and Vinny explore why pain isn’t always a structural problem, why rest and ice shouldn’t be the long-term strategy, and how tiny “micro-doses” of movement throughout the day can re-train your body far more effectively than heroic bursts of workouts followed by hours of sitting. They also dive into the mindset shift that changes everything: meeting sensation with curiosity instead of fear - because the meaning we attach to pain can be the very thing that keeps it alive.

This conversation is equal parts practical and deeply human. Whether you’re rebuilding from injury, stuck in chronic pain, or simply trying to futureproof your body for a long, capable life - this one will change how you think about movement, healing, and your relationship with your body.

In this episode, we explore:
Why squatting is a “position of rest” - and what it reveals about mobility + balance
The truth about knees over toes and why rigid movement rules can backfire
How pain can become chronic even after the body heals
What’s happening in the brain when fear plus pain become a loop
Why “rest + ice” shouldn’t be the strategy (and what to do instead)
The difference between stretching what’s tight vs. moving what’s tight
Micro-dosing movement: simple ways to move more without overhauling your life
Vinny’s “minimum standard of movement” (and why it’s the key to consistency)

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