I’m so excited to be chatting with Seed Co-founder Ara Katz today.

Here’s what we discuss:

– The microbiome and how we can best support it

– The creation of Seed

– The importance of the vaginal microbiome and supporting this delicate ecosystem — we’re going to hear more and more about this

– Her tips for being Healthy in Real Life

and so much more.

166: The power of the microbiome with Seed co-founder, Ara Katz

Here’s more about Ara and her background:

You might already be familiar with Seed from their flagship product, DS-01®, which has garnered mass attention and the title of the #1 selling probiotic, gaining attention from celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Karlie Kloss, and Cameron Diaz. But the story behind Seed and Ara herself extends far beyond their acclaimed product.

Ara is a dynamic three-time founder (recently named to CNBC’s inaugural Changemakers list) who has built, advised, and invested in some of the most notable consumer brands across consumer, health, and tech. Her path to science began not in a lab but with personal challenges –– 20 years ago, her mom’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis ignited her passion for health and science. Later, Ara was introduced to the microbiome by way of a miscarriage, struggles with breastfeeding, and the realization of how little science informed the products she turned to. It was this journey that led her to found Seed Health. Seed has seen 800+% revenue growth in the last 3 years, but it isn’t just a commercial success story; it’s the culmination of Ara’s lifelong passion for technology, storytelling, and design, all harnessed to leverage science for humanity’s benefit. In addition to her role as CEO, Ara oversees the company’s environmental research under SeedLabs, and co-directs LUCA Biologics, the company’s venture targeting the vaginal microbiome for the future of women’s health.

Now, Ara is expanding Seed’s impact beyond the gut, with its first innovation targeting the vaginal microbiome –– a watershed moment for women’s health.

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Sharing a full roundup of the best finds from Amazon Prime Day!

Hi friends! I hope you’re having a wonderful week. Thank you for all of the your amazing comments on my first Spain recap post! I’ll have the next one up next week!

For today, let’s put on our shopping pants — Prime Day is here!

I look forward to this sale each year, and use as a chance to stock up on holiday gifts (I try to buy as early as possible to simplify my life), get things we need for the house, and other items I’ve had my eye on, but have been waiting for the price to drop.

I scoured all of the days early so I could find the best of the best to share in today’s blog post. These are all items that we either use and love or things I’ve had my eye on and the deals are SO good. This is a friendly reminder that affiliate links are included below, which don’t impact purchase price and enable me to earn a small kickback. Amazon’s commissions are low compared to other companies that I’ve partnered with, so every little bit genuinely helps our family. Thank you thank you to those of you who choose to shop through my links.

Ok friends, let’s get into the deals!

Amazon Prime Day Faves

For her:

Great deal on these cute sunnies.

This dress is super similar to the Somerset dresses I love so much, and they have a ton of colors.

Comfy and cute lounge set.

I’ve had my eye on this vest set; might need to go for it!

I have a similar visor and wear it all the time for pool and beach days.

I’ve been needing some new ankle weights for TSS workouts.

This gorgeous tulle dress.

I prefer stainless steel gua sha because it’s easier to keep it clean.

I have this coverup in navy!

Love this midi dress with pockets.

For my friends who play tennis or who, like me, don’t play tennis but like to dress like we do. 😉

Frownies! One of my favorite natural Botox alternatives.

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Sharing a recap of adventures in Sevilla! I have another post coming up with food, Q&As, and you can check out my Spain packing list here. 

Hey friends! How’s the morning going so far? Just a little note that I updated my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale post with items that are currently in stock and will be updating it throughout the week, too.

For today’s post, I’m sharing some of the highlights of our recent trip to Spain. It took me a while to put this post together because I have SO much to say about this magical vacation. It will definitely go down as one of our favorite family trips and I’m so pumped to share the details with you.

From the vibrant streets to the rich culture and stunning sights, Sevilla truly captivated us. In this post, I’ll take you through our excursions and adventures. Stay tuned for another post all about the amazing food and restaurants we discovered, as well as some Q&As!

We went to Sevilla to visit some good friends who have lived there this past year. Their oldest daughter is best friends with P – it’s hard to explain, but these two kids are soulmates and from the same planet – so we try to get them together at least once a year. We’ve been friends with this amazing family since the girls were three years old, and obviously spending time with them was our #1 priority and a huge highlight of the trip.

They showed us around this incredible city, and we were able to get an inside scoop of their favorite spots, e

Hi friends! How are you? Happy Friday to ya! What’s going on this weekend? I blocked off this morning so I could take the kiddos to the museum and bowling, tomorrow, we’re going out, and Sunday, we’re swimming with friends.

Monsoon season is here and it’s been such a welcome treat from the 110-degree scorching oven.

(This week’s reading + tubes for my Women’s Wellness test)

I’d love to hear what you have going on!

It’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party! This is where I share some of my favorite finds from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re loving in the comments section below.

7.12 Friday Faves

Fashion + beauty + random:

Reader Faves for June! It’s always fun to look through analytics and see which products you love the most that I’ve shared here on the blog.

Here are the top picks for June:

My favorite bikini – on sale now, too! It’s functional, flattering, great fabric, and actually covers your booty

This gel moisturizer

This travel dress! I wore this walking around Sevilla with white Vejas

My go-to cleanser (that I can actually use with my super sensitive eyes)

This Farm Rio STUNNER (on sale, too!!)

This matte bronzer stick

What I use to clean my Peloton and yoga mats

This super inexpensive yet cute stadium bag

SkinMedica SPF moisturizer

This amazing anti-aging skin cream (in stock right now, too!)

Nordstrom Sale is still going strong! I’ll be updating this post with all of the currently in-stock items before public access goes live, b

Hi friends! I’m so excited to welcome Dr. LuLu Shimek to the show today. I appreciate her view on holistic wellness and she shares so many amaizng tips in this episode.

Here’s what we talk about:

– Adrenal fatigue and burnout

– How do you know you’re in fight or flight?

– What can you do to support your body?

– Her favorite wellness resources

and so.much.more.

165: Adrenal fatigue and burnout with Dr. LuLu Shimek

Here’s more about Dr. Shimek and her background:

Dr. LuLu Shimek stands as a distinguished Naturopathic Physician and the clinic director at Kale Diagnostics, wielding expertise in women’s health, biohacking, and epigenetics. Her unwavering focus centers on pinpointing the root causes of ailments, culminating in a remarkable track record of effectively treating chronic diseases and unleashing the body’s inherent healing capabilities.

Beyond the confines of her practice, Dr. LuLu is a highly sought-after speaker, disseminating her wealth of wellness knowledge on a global scale. In her groundbreaking book, “Detox. Nourish. Activate: Plant & Vibrational Medicine for Energy, Mood & Love,” she introduces a revolutionary approach to healing, harnessing the potency of botanical medicine and natural modalities.

To further amplify her impact, Dr. LuLu extends her reach through “The Genetic Genius” podcast series. Here, she takes listeners on a transformative journey, providing guidance to unlock their body’s full potential and elevate cellular performance. In each episode, her insights serve as a beacon, illuminating the path to optimal health and well-being.

With Dr. LuLu as your ultimate partner in health, you can experience life-changing transformations and achieve optimal wellness. Trust Dr. LuLu Shimek for unparalleled health and wellness advice, and take the first step towards a healthier, happier life.

Partners:

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