Kombucha Kamp Podcast by Hannah Ruhamah the Kombucha Mamma

Hannah Ruhamah the Kombucha Mamma
Kombucha Kamp Podcast by Hannah Ruhamah the Kombucha Mamma

Hannah Ruhamah, the Kombucha Mamma, mother to mazillions of bacteria across the globe invites a diverse range of guests to share from their experience & expertise around gut health, kombucha brewing, kefir and jun production, and so much more about living a happier, more connected, and more energized life. The topics are intended to support the KOMBUCHA KAMP philosophy of "Keeping Our Minds and Bodies Uplifted to Create Healthy Attitudes."

  1. JAN 17

    Navigating Chronic Illness: A Candid Conversation with Lyme Disease Survivor, Heather Gray

    Overcoming Chronic Disease and Embracing Health with Heather Lowen In this thoughtful and informative discussion, Heather Lowen shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic disease, specifically Lyme Disease. She reveals her early challenges with constipation and trauma leading to autoimmune diseases and struggles with mental health. Heather also shares her experience with how shifting from a victim mentality to a proactive approach to health led to her eventual healing. Her continuous search for solutions led her to become a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner. The conversation also touches on the need for better understanding of the impact of toxic environments and diet on our health. Heather stresses the necessity of regular detoxification practices and shares specific modalities she has used on her health journey. Furthermore, she encourages listeners to take charge of their health through dietary changes, functional diagnostic nutrition, mindfulness, breath work and other healing practices. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Struggles 01:21 Understanding Lyme Disease: Origins and Transmission 02:34 Personal Journey: From Childhood Trauma to Autoimmune Diseases 02:45 Transmission and Prevention of Lyme Disease 03:48 The Struggles of Getting a Diagnosis and the Stigma of Mental Health 04:01 Personal Journey with Lyme Disease 05:53 Challenges in Diagnosis and Treatment 07:11 The Role of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition in Healing 07:44 Becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner 08:21 Challenges with Health Insurance and the Importance of Preventative Care 09:49 Overcoming Health Challenges and Advocacy 16:22 The Role of Fermented Foods in Healing 19:04 Overcoming Health Challenges: From Mold Exposure to Nervous System Resetting 21:56 Importance of Detox and Regular Self-Care 22:57 Exploring Detox Methods: Coffee Enemas and Castor Oil Packs 23:26 The Power of Castor Oil Packs 24:29 The Power of Skin Brushing and Sauna 25:01 The Role of Lymphatic Movement and Grounding 26:06 The Role of Sunlight in Health 27:47 The Power of Mindset in Health 28:04 The Impact of Mindset and Emotions on Health 35:56 The Struggle with Family Relationships and Mental Health 40:26 Overcoming Victim Mentality and Embracing Healing

    46 min
  2. JAN 10

    Tech Valley to Tennessee Hills: Sophia Eng's Homesteading Odyssey

    In this episode, Sophia Eng talks about her transition from a tech job in the city to a holistic farming life. She discusses her background growing up with immigrant parents, her journey into developing her passion for traditional fermented foods, and her experience of moving from San Jose to Walnut Creek to start her own farm. Sophia also shares her experiences of embracing homeschooling, self-sustainability, using her tech knowledge for her business needs, and writing her cookbook 'The Nourishing Asian Kitchen.' She also highlights the importance of supporting local farmers, maintaining a positive attitude and infusing adaptive stress responses into daily life through regular Kombucha intake. 00:42 Introduction and Guest Arrival 01:05 Guest's Background and Journey into Fermented Foods 02:27 Cultural Aspects of Fermentation 02:44 Transition to Farming and Self-Sufficiency 03:20 Balancing Full-Time Work and Farming 04:59 The Impact of Farming on Family Life 05:09 The Journey to Becoming a Farmer 11:01 The Decision to Move and Expand the Farm 17:05 The Role of Fermentation in Their Lifestyle 24:14 The Impact of Technology on Modern Farming 29:03 Merging Tradition with Modernity in Cooking 29:34 The Story Behind the Cookbook 30:16 The Importance of Umami Flavors in Asian Cuisine 30:52 The Journey of Creating the Cookbook 32:14 The Challenges of Balancing Work and Family 32:56 The Struggles of Working with Grandma 33:21 The Significance of Family and Tradition 33:36 The Thrifted Dishware Collection 35:01 The Impact of Aging Parents on Family Dynamics 35:25 The Importance of Documenting Family Recipes 38:29 The Value of Intergenerational Living 44:10 The Cookbook and Where to Find It 47:50 The Importance of Supporting Local Small Farmers 52:57 The Benefits of Kombucha in Stress Management

    56 min
  3. 12/13/2023

    Mastering the Art of Task Taming with Tyler Moore aka TidyDad

    On this episode we are featuring guest, Tyler Moore, commonly known as Tidy Dad. Tyler shares his thoughtful approaches to tidying and maintaining a neat home despite living in a small space in New York City with his wife and three daughters. He emphasizes the psychological benefits of tidying, associating cleanliness with minimized stress levels and improved mental health. Tyler also details his strategy for organizing and cleaning, which involves separating tasks, creating manageable parts, setting boundaries around certain things, and effectively managing time and energy. He gives specific examples, such as his own wardrobe editing process and his family's approach to handling gifts and items with sentimental value. The podcast ends with the host, Hannah, expressing appreciation for their conversation and hinting at the idea of re-gifting or sharing belongings to minimize waste.  Ready to re-up on your Kombucha and fermentation supplies & best practices? Get it all on our website https://www.kombuchakamp.com/. There you'll also find our fermentation courses, 30 day Kombucha challenge, our Big Book of Kombucha, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll catch ya on the next episode! If you like the content so far it would be absolutely massively appreciated if you could subscribe, download the episodes you love or want to listen to, and leave a short review so we can reach more people and change the world one gut at a time!

    37 min
  4. 12/06/2023

    Staying Healthy And Having Fun During The Holidays

    On this episode of The Kombucha Kamp Podcast, host Hannah invites Sally Lamont, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist, to discuss important tips on how to stay healthy while enjoying alcohol at parties. Sally emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and shares methods to balance drinks with water or Kombucha while at parties. The episode also discusses the concept of personal boundaries and their importance in finding balance in life and avoiding guilt. Along with it, Sally shares tips on how to maintain a healthy gut microbiome, choosing a healthy diet over unhealthy foods, and bringing a food gift to parties for nutritious options. Tune in to learn about the benefits of alternative modalities and why it’s essential to seek such methods for natural healing. Sally Lamont is a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist based in Northern California. She grew up in Wichita, Kansas, where she witnessed the impact of an unhealthy lifestyle on her family members as they faced heart attacks and diabetes. Sally's interest in health led her to study biology and eventually enter the field of naturopathic medicine. She graduated from a four-year graduate level naturopathic Medical School in Portland, Oregon, over 40 years ago. Sally is passionate about promoting natural health and wellbeing through diet and lifestyle changes.  Ready to re-up on your Kombucha and fermentation supplies & best practices? Get it all on our website https://www.kombuchakamp.com/. There you'll also find our fermentation courses, 30 day Kombucha challenge, our Big Book of Kombucha, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll catch ya on the next episode! If you like the content so far it would be absolutely massively appreciated if you could subscribe, download the episodes you love or want to listen to, and leave a short review so we can reach more people and change the world one gut at a time!

    45 min

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Hannah Ruhamah, the Kombucha Mamma, mother to mazillions of bacteria across the globe invites a diverse range of guests to share from their experience & expertise around gut health, kombucha brewing, kefir and jun production, and so much more about living a happier, more connected, and more energized life. The topics are intended to support the KOMBUCHA KAMP philosophy of "Keeping Our Minds and Bodies Uplifted to Create Healthy Attitudes."

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