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This one has been two years in the making. I sit down with Ricardo and Halie, the husband-and-wife team behind Mico's Micro Farm, to finally tell the full story of how Just Ingredients' new microgreens drink came to life. What started as their own family's search for healing and health turned into a farm, a friendship, and now a greens drink flavored with only real food. In this episode, Ricardo and Halie on to walk through the whole journey: the health scare that started it all, what it really takes to grow microgreens the right way, why heavy metals are such a big deal in this category, and what it took to scale a small farm up to something that could supply this product. If you've been waiting for this drink, you're going to want to hear the story behind it before you try your first sip.

In this episode:

From family struggle to farm. Ricardo and Halie share how watching one of their kids struggle with their health pushed them to search for answers, and how that search turned into Mico's Micro Farm.

The connection. Long before this greens drink idea came to be existed, Ricardo was personally delivering microgreens to Karalynne. Hear how that relationship grew into a 2+ year journey to bring this product to life.

Why growing environment matters. Ricardo and Halie break down what makes their growing process different from typical produce farming, and why soil quality has such a direct impact on the nutrition and safety of what ends up in your kitchen.

The heavy metal problem in greens powders. Not all greens powders are created equal. They explain why heavy metals are such a common concern in this category, and what their process does differently to address it.

Scaling without losing quality. Going from local deliveries to a national product isn't simple. Ricardo and Halie talk through the unexpected hurdles of scaling up, and what they're most proud of in the quality they've maintained along the way.

The Just Ingredients Difference. We talk about the many ways that this new drink is unique to any other greens on the market. We are so excited to get this microgreens drink into your hands.

About Ricardo & Halie:

Ricardo and Halie are the co-founders of Mico's Micro Farm. They started this after watching one of their kids struggle with their health and realizing how hard it was to find food they could actually trust to nourish them. Together they grow microgreens and turn them into powders and wellness blends that make real nutrition simple to add to your day. What began as their family's search for better food now supplies fresh product and ingredient-grade powders to brands they believe in, including the microgreens powder behind Just Ingredients' own products.

Connect with Mico's Micro Farm:
Website: micosmicrofarm.com
Instagram: @micosmicrofarm

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Are you wondering if fasting will actually work for you, or why it hasn't worked the way you hoped? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Daniel Pompa, a leading expert on cellular health and fasting, who shares the personal health crisis that first sent him down this path. He breaks down why fasting is doing something so much deeper in the body than most of us realize, and why it isn't a one-size-fits-all approach — especially for women.

Here are a few of my biggest takeaways from our conversation:

1. Fasting is about a lot more than weight lossDr. Pompa breaks down what's actually happening on a cellular level when we fast — and why the number on the scale is really just a side effect of something much bigger. We also get into autophagy: what it is, when it kicks in, and how the body uses fasting to clear out old, damaged cells to make room for new ones.

2. Why eating less all day can actually backfireThis one might surprise you. Dr. Pompa explains why "grazing" and constantly under-eating can send the body into a stress response that actually works against fat loss and detox — the opposite of what so many of us have been taught.

3. Fasting as a form of detox
We talk about how fasting helps the body release stored toxins as it burns fat, what "detoxing the cell" really means, and why your body won't prioritize burning fat or detoxing if it doesn't feel safe first.

4. Finding the right fasting approach for youFrom feast-famine cycles to block fasting to partial fasting, Dr. Pompa lays out the different protocols and who each one is actually for, plus the practical, real-life stuff: what breaks a fast, how to ease into it, and how to fit fasting into a life that includes kids, travel, and busy seasons.

This episode is a must-listen if you've ever felt confused, discouraged, or even a little afraid of fasting. My hope is it helps you feel more confident about whether, and how, fasting fits into your own health journey.

About Dr. Daniel Pompa:Dr. Daniel Pompa is a respected leader in the health and wellness space, educating practitioners and the public on the origins of inflammation-driven disease and the therapeutic applications of diet variation, fasting, cellular healing, and detoxification. Although trained as a chiropractor, his authority is rooted in his own battle, having overcome neurotoxic illness and heavy metal poisoning using his own unique cellular detoxification strategies.

Dr. Pompa's journey back to health led him to a voracious passion for research and learning beyond what is often readily understood. A relentless self-experimenter with a passion for healing others, he speaks about removing the cause of illness and inflammation, going upstream, and following a multi-therapeutic approach to achieve healing.

Dr. Pompa and his wife, Merily, live in Park City, Utah, with their 3 dogs and 2 cats. Their 5 grown children all professionally fulfill the Pompa purpose (and promise) as well.

Connect with Dr. Daniel Pompa:
Instagram: @drpompa
Facebook: drpompa
Twitter: @DrDanPompa
Pinterest: drdanielpompa
YouTube: Pompa Health Solutions
TikTok: @drpompa
LinkedIn: Pompa Program | Dr. Pompa
Websites: drpompa.com | healthcentersofthefuture.com | pompaprogram.com | cellularsolutions.com
Podcast: drpompa.com/podcasts

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In this episode, I sit down with Ruston Pack, our Food Scientist and Director of Quality and Regulatory at Just Ingredients, who's spent 7 years in R&D, manufacturing, and food science, and has seen firsthand some of the wildest things that happen behind the scenes in the supplement industry. Ruston pulls back the curtain on what's actually happening inside a supplement bottle between the day it's made and the day you take it, and some of it might surprise you.

Here are a few of my biggest takeaways from our conversation:


Supplement labels don't work like you think We talk about the difference between a Nutrition Facts Panel and a Supplement Facts Panel, and why that distinction matters. Ruston breaks down whether the amount listed on a label is exactly what's in the product, and whether companies only have to hit that number on day one, or all the way through the expiration date. 


Why supplements break down over time Light, oxygen, moisture, heat — supplements are fighting a slow battle against all of it from the moment they're manufactured. We get into why certain ingredients are especially hard to keep stable, and what you can look for as a consumer. 


Gummies are the hardest format to get right If you've ever wondered why your gummy vitamins taste a little different bottle to bottle, this is why. We talk about why water is the enemy of stability, what actually happens to melatonin and other actives as gummies sit on a shelf, and why some companies use large overages to compensate. Ruston also gets into the creatine conversation, and why the gold-standard powder form gets tricky the moment it's mixed into a gummy or a drink.


How to shop smarter We close out with the practical part: what to actually look for on a label, what separates a company that's cutting corners from one that's genuinely trying to do formulation right. 

This one is a must-listen if you've ever tossed a supplement in your cart without a second thought. My hope is it helps you feel a little more confident reading labels and asking better questions about what you're actually giving your family.

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Bio: Ruston is a chemist by education and a food scientist by profession. He has worked in multiple food and supplement co-manufacturing facilities as an R&D scientist and has extensive experience in formulation, ingredient validation, supplement facts panel verification, and batch corrections for major brands in the industry.

He is deeply familiar with the ways companies use deceptive marketing, hide ingredients, and cut corners. Ruston has also studied analytical testing methods used to validate label claims and ensure product integrity.

At Just Ingredients, Ruston serves as the Quality and Compliance Manager. He oversees and audits our co-manufacturers, protects product quality, and creates scientific substantiation files to ensure our supplement claims are accurate, compliant, and backed by strong research.

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Anna Maria Temple for a conversation every parent needs to hear. We talk about what’s really going on beneath the surface when it comes to kids’ health—and how symptoms like eczema may be pointing to much deeper root causes.

Here are a few of my biggest takeaways from our conversation:

1. Glyphosate exposure and children’s health

We talk about glyphosate, a common herbicide found in many conventional foods, and why reducing exposure matters—especially for kids. Dr. Temple shares how environmental toxins like this can impact development and long-term health, including concerns around inflammation and chronic conditions. Choosing more whole, organic foods can be a simple but powerful step for families.

2. Eczema is not just a skin issue

Eczema isn’t just something to manage with creams and topical treatments. It’s often a signal that something deeper is going on in the body—like inflammation, gut imbalance, or nutrient deficiencies. We discuss why it’s so important to look at the full picture, including diet and possible lab testing when symptoms persist.

3. The connection between eczema and other conditions

We also talk about the patterns Dr. Temple sees in practice, including links between eczema, ADHD, and other immune-related challenges.

This conversation is such an eye-opener for any parent who’s trying to better understand what their child’s body is communicating. My hope is that it helps you feel empowered to ask better questions and look deeper when something doesn’t feel right.

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Bio:

Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is a holistic pediatrician, eczema specialist, and founder of Integrative Health Carolinas. With more than 25 years of experience caring for children, she helps families raise kids with less medications by addressing the root causes of chronic health issues through nutrition, lifestyle, environmental awareness, and integrative medicine. Dr. Temple is the author of Healthy Kids in an Unhealthy World and Ending the Eczema Epidemic.

Connect with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple:  

Instagram: dranamariatemple 

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In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jared St. Clair, owner of Vitality Nutrition, to talk about the connection between cortisol, metabolism, sleep, gut health, and overall wellness.

Cortisol is often called the “stress hormone,” but as Jared explains, it’s not inherently bad. In fact, healthy cortisol patterns are essential for energy, focus, and helping our bodies respond to everyday stressors. The problem arises when chronic stress disrupts those natural rhythms, leading to imbalances that can affect everything from sleep to blood sugar regulation.

We also dive into the powerful relationship between sleep, cortisol, and gut health. Jared shares how even one night of poor sleep can negatively impact insulin sensitivity and why ongoing stress may contribute to issues like leaky gut and metabolic dysfunction.

Finally, we discuss GLP-1 and its role in appetite regulation, blood sugar balance, and metabolic health. Before turning to medications, Jared encourages listeners to address foundational factors like stress management, sleep quality, and gut health. We also cover lifestyle strategies and nutrients that may help support healthy GLP-1 production naturally.

Here are a few key takeaways from our conversation:


Why cortisol is essential for health—and what happens when levels are too high or too low


How chronic stress can impact metabolism, blood sugar, and overall wellness


The connection between poor sleep and reduced insulin sensitivity


How elevated cortisol levels may contribute to gut health challenges


The role GLP-1 plays in appetite regulation and metabolic health


Natural ways to support healthy GLP-1 production, including prioritizing protein intake and key nutrients like berberine and bitter melon


Practical tips for improving sleep and managing stress

Whether you're struggling with energy, weight management, sleep, or blood sugar balance, this conversation offers practical tools to help you better understand your body and support your long-term health.

Bio:

Jared St. Clair has spent his life helping people optimize their vitality through education and supplementation. He grew up behind the counter of his family's health store, started managing it at 15, and bought it from his parents at the age of 22. Thirty-plus years later, Vitality Nutrition is one of Utah's most respected independent supplement retailers. As the host of Vitality Radio Podcast and formulator of his own supplement line, including the nationally recognized Vital Five, Jared has built a reputation for translating complex health science into real, actionable answers. With well over 30 years of one-on-one experience working directly with real people, his knowledge isn't built in a lab or lifted from a textbook. It's been earned across tens of thousands of conversations with real people chasing real results. His gift is making the complex simple, so you can stop guessing and start making supplement decisions with real confidence.

Connect with Jared St. Clair:  

Instagram: vitalitynutritionbountiful 

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vitality-radio-podcast-with-jared-st-clair/id1499760048 

Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kCZkN354nQZebuE9FyIBs 

Website: VitalityNutrition.com and VitalityRadio.com 

YouTube: VitalityNutritionForLife

Facebook: VitalityNutrition

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