The Evolving Wellness Podcast with Sarah Kleiner Wellness

Sarah Kleiner
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Sarah Kleiner Wellness challenges preconceived notions about modern health + wellness by breaking down scientific research into digestible, actionable actionable information to help people live genuinely healthy lives. We dive deep into circadian health, quantum health, hormone health, nutrition, and more. As a certified Nutrition + Quantum Health Coach, I provide instructor-led and self-led workshops and programs that allow people to regain control and intention over their wellness journey and health outcomes.

  1. 1d ago

    What Every Sports Parent Should Know About Brain Injury - CTE and Red Light Therapy | Dr. Larry Carr

    On the Evolving Wellness Podcast, host Sarah interviews Larry, a former football player and PhD in exercise physiology, about his worsening anxiety, depression, and cognitive symptoms after years of collision sports and a 2010 diagnosis of significant brain damage. After meeting CTE researcher Ann McKee in Boston and learning of near-infrared light research at the VA, Larry entered a study using a near-infrared headset and reports major improvements in mood, PTSD measures, cognition, and MRI functional connectivity, with symptoms returning when he stopped and improving again on a home device. He describes subsequent research in first responders and a season-long BYU football study comparing sham vs active headsets, reporting broad gains in performance measures and MRI indicators showing inflammation increases in controls but a net loss of inflammation and better axon health in treated players. Larry discusses practical use (20 minutes, typically mornings, three to five days weekly) and argues the approach is disease-modifying and relevant for athletes, veterans, and others. —  BLUEPRINT INFO session - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/blueprint-live-info-session Blueprint sign up here - (closes August 24) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/ExuLzY2G/checkout Vielight - code SARAHK for a discount - http://www.vielight.com/devices _________ Sponsored By: VIVARAYS  -Go to www.vivarays.com/sarah and use code SARAH at checkout. Get back in sync with your own rhythm, one sunset at a time. Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide. _________ Timestamp: 00:00 Breakthrough Results Teaser 00:58 Podcast Return and Why This Matters 04:32 Guest Intro and Football Background 06:40 Symptoms and CTE Reality Check 10:42 Near Infrared Light Turning Point 16:03 From Personal Win to Research Mission 22:14 BYU Study Shocking Brain Findings 32:19 Choosing Real Devices 33:39 How To Use Vielight 34:54 Evidence And Research 36:22 Office Light Mitigation 38:03 Timing And Mechanisms 41:18 CTE Risks And Prevention 50:43 Adoption And Closing Thoughts ———  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 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

  2. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    LOW Ferritin Explained (And What Doctors Miss) - The One Number Often Overlooked

    Blueprint info session - (doors close August 24) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/ExuLzY2G/checkout Low ferritin can leave you exhausted, shedding hair, and wired at night even when your bloodwork looks "normal." In this episode I break down what "ferritin face" really means, the ferritin numbers that actually matter, and the exact labs to bring to your provider. I share my own story (my ferritin dropped to a 9), the three ferritin patterns to know, why "normal" is not the same as optimal, and the root causes most people miss like estrogen clearance, gut absorption, and blood loss. None of this is medical advice, it's here to help you ask better questions and advocate for yourself. Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you. I only share things I actually use and trust. Substack ferritin/iron article with my full personal protocol, estrogen clearance protocol, HCL protocol, and the extended lab lists - https://sarahkleinerwellness.substack.com/p/two-things-everyone-with-a-ferritin?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewer Previous episode: "5 diet trends that can increase estrogen dominance" - https://youtu.be/60U3Fuk340U Ulta Labs, for ordering your own direct-to-consumer labs -https://www.ultalabtests.com/oxygenmaskmeditation Melatonin hair serum / hair care system - https://monatsocialshop.com/SARAH-KLEINER?q=ir-clinical-hair-thinning-defense Shampoo + Conditioner I use - https://monatsocialshop.com/SARAH-KLEINER?q=thick-full-haircare-duo Fermenting Fairy kefir —code sarahk - https://fermentingfairy.com/products/vanilla-bean-coconut-milk Lab list: Low ferritin is never just one marker. Bring these to your provider (not medical advice): ferritin, serum iron, transferrin saturation (TSAT), transferrin, TIBC, CBC (hemoglobin, RBC count, MCV), hs-CRP, ESR, copper, ceruloplasmin, B12, folate, full thyroid panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, thyroid antibodies), liver markers, kidney markers, plus your symptoms and bleeding history. Cofactors to check: copper, retinol (vitamin A), B12, B2, B6, folate 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-resourcesCheck 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/coursesMy free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJI 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 Quick note, some of the links in my description are affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission if you use them, and it doesn't cost you anything extra. I only ever share stuff I actually use.

  3. Aug 9

    FIVE HEALTH TRENDS THAT MAKE ESTROGEN DOMINANCE WORSE!

    Estrogen Cheat Sheet - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/opt-in-poor-estrogen-clearance-cheatsheet Article - https://sarahkleinerwellness.substack.com/p/two-things-everyone-with-a-ferritin?r=5eztl9 Free Information Session - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/blueprint-live-info-session 00:00 Estrogen Dominance Overview 00:49 Resources and Coaching Info 03:22 Light and Hormone Basics 03:49 Blueprint Testimonials 05:42 Trend One High Protein 10:34 Trend Two Chronic Low Carb 15:23 Trend Three Carnivore No Fiber 17:58 More Testimonials 19:00 Trend Four Undereating Fasting 21:50 Trend Five Nuts Seeds Grains 24:47 Foundational Fixes Light Sleep 27:33 Wrap Up and Next Steps 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 Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinar 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

  4. Jul 26

    5 Mistakes People Make When Adding Carbs Back In......

    CARBS ebook - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/B8z53ZXr?coupon_code=SUMMER50 Free Cheat Sheet - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/opt-in-carbs COACHING WAITLIST - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/the-bio-individual-blueprint-waitlist 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! 00:00 Five Carb Mistakes 00:19 Carnivore Backstory 02:32 Carbs Ebook Offer 03:39 Mistake One Fat Swap 06:12 Mistake Two Scale Obsession 09:19 Mistake Three Light Timing 13:36 Mistake Four Too Fast 14:57 Mistake Five Context Protein 16:47 Patience Wrap Up

  5. Jul 19 ·  Bonus

    Do Carbs Cause Diabetes? The Truth About Weight Loss, Hormones, and Reintroducing Carbs

    BLUEPRINT WAITLIST - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/the-bio-individual-blueprint-waitlist CARBS - USE CODE SUMMER50 - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/B8z53ZXr?coupon_code=SUMMER50 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. TESTIMONIALS - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/testimonials BLUEPRINT TESTIMONIALS - https://docs.google.com/document/d/18KAOOuw33Yg0pJomVG5LySaZFdioReNRaaLNP3mSNGE/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.5kttr5hvafmw 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 STUDIES: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12361776/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38378043/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/BF03350482 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24694994/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20585000/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1249190/ 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!

  6. Jun 24

    Ticks, Lyme, and What the Standard Advice Gets Wrong | Evelyn Green

    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. —  Connect With Evelyn IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefusionfnp/ https://www.gmofwi.com/  _________ Sponsored By: → VivaRays | This episode is sponsored by VivaRays - VivaRays Blue - code YOGI https://vivarays.com/ → Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide. _________ 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 ———  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 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

  7. Jun 19

    He’s 20 and Knows More About Light Than Most Scientists | Jonathan Jarecki

    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 —  Sauna Space Glow Light - code SarahK -https://sauna.space/products/glow-infrared-therapy-light?sca_ref=9407238.JOVWINJQk7i97H Lumios Bulbs from RA optics - code SARAH - https://www.raoptics.com/SARAH Connect With Johnathan: IG - https://www.instagram.com/jonathanjarecki?igsh=Zmd4MXN3eDJqeHd0  Podcast: https://thesignal.riverside.com/  Website: https://jonathanjarecki.komi.io/  _________ Sponsored By: → VivaRays | This episode is sponsored by VivaRays - VivaRays Blue - code YOGI https://vivarays.com/ → Troscriptions | For an exclusive offer, go to https://www.troscriptions.com/SARAHK for 10% off your first non subscription order. _________ 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 ———  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 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

  8. Jun 10

    Coaches Corner: Why Women Can’t Lose Weight in Midlife (and How Keto and Carnivore Make It Worse)

    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. —  THE BIO-INDIVIDUAL BLUEPRINT INFO SESSION - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/blueprint-live-info-session Connect With Becky: Website / Coaching: https://beyondnutrition.mykajabi.com/becky-niles-coachingAffilate Links: https://beyondnutrition.mykajabi.com/coach-becky-s-affiliate-thingsCommunity: 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 CoachingThreads: @iambeckynilesTikTok: @iambeckynilesYouTube: Beyond Nutrition CommunityLinkedIn: Becky Niles Pinterest: @iambeckyniles _________ Sponsored By: → VivaRays | This episode is sponsored by VivaRays - VivaRays Blue - code YOGI https://vivarays.com/ → Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide. _________ 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 ———  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 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

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Sarah Kleiner Wellness challenges preconceived notions about modern health + wellness by breaking down scientific research into digestible, actionable actionable information to help people live genuinely healthy lives. We dive deep into circadian health, quantum health, hormone health, nutrition, and more. As a certified Nutrition + Quantum Health Coach, I provide instructor-led and self-led workshops and programs that allow people to regain control and intention over their wellness journey and health outcomes.

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