Green Glow Lifestyle

Kylie Buckner, RN
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Tired of feeling blah? Join me on the Green Glow Podcast where we ditch the diet dogma and bring you girlfriend-style advice on how to prioritize your health, from a nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience helping women overcome years of metabolic issues FAST. We’ll break down confusing science into simple steps you can take today to feel amazing tomorrow. From plant-powered tips to stress-busting strategies, we’ll help you simplify your life and unlock your best self – no judgo, just support and science that ACTUALLY works.

  1. 2D AGO

    Healing Inflammation with Plants: Dietitian Cassandra Sampson on RA, Gut Health & Movement

    “Once you have the right food guidelines in place, you don’t have to count calories or measure portions. You get full on foods that actually lower inflammation.” – Cassandra Sampson, MS RD   In this episode of the Green Glow Podcast, Kylie is joined by friend, neighbor, and fellow plant-based mama Cassandra Sampson, MS, RD—a plant-based registered dietitian who works with the Paddison Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis and has extensive experience in weight loss and life after bariatric surgery. Kylie and Cassandra share how they unexpectedly met at a YMCA fitness class, discovered they were doing nearly identical work in the world, and are both raising their young children plant-based while helping clients reduce inflammation, improve gut health, and reclaim their energy. Cassandra opens up about her journey from traditional clinical and bariatric settings—where she was expected to promote high-protein, low-carb, meat-heavy protocols—to fully embracing a whole-food, plant-based, oil-free approach. She explains how she now helps clients with RA and other inflammatory conditions use food, movement, and mindset to dramatically improve their quality of life. They discuss the power of community, the courage it takes to go plant-based in a meat-centric culture, practical tools for families raising plant-based kids, and why simple habits like consistent exercise and cutting out processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and oils can be game-changing for inflammation. You’ll also hear about Cassandra’s upcoming role as a presenter at the McDougall 12-Day Intensive, and why she’s so passionate about making evidence-based nutrition both realistic and sustainable for real families. Cassandra & Her Work Work with Cassandra 1:1 (virtual): https://cassandragolden.com/ FB: Nutrition Nibbles Consulting Paddison Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis & Inflammatory Arthritis: Paddison Program Experience the power of an eating program that actually works. Cassandra and I are thrilled to be teaching at the next McDougall 12-Day Intensive starting January 23rd. If you’re ready to move from restriction to abundance and see real clinical results in less than two weeks, register here to join our community!

    47 min

  2. DEC 21

    Food as Medicine, Legacy as Love: A Conversation with Heather McDougall

    "The body never stops trying to heal. Once you stop attacking it with the wrong foods, it rebounds incredibly fast.” – Heather McDougall In this episode of the Green Glow Podcast, Kylie sits down with Heather McDougall, CEO of the McDougall Program and daughter of plant-based pioneer Dr. John McDougall, for a heartfelt conversation about the power of simple, starch-centered eating. Heather shares what it was like growing up in a household where food was medicine long before it was mainstream, including her own teenage "rebellion" and how she learned firsthand the impact of dairy and processed foods on her health. They unpack the core principles of the McDougall approach—an oil-free, whole-food, starch-based diet—and why focusing on potatoes, rice, and beans is the non-negotiable key to satiety, energy, and long-term success. They also explore the evolution of the 12-Day McDougall Intensive, a virtual program that brings medical supervision, daily support, and live education directly into participants’ homes. Heather describes the profound transformations she sees in just 12 days—from significant weight loss and medication reductions to improved sleep and lower inflammation—and why community and accountability are essential for making these changes stick. Whether you are looking to reverse chronic disease or simply want to understand what a sustainable, starch-based lifestyle looks like day-to-day, this conversation offers a grounded and inspiring roadmap for reclaiming your health. Ready to transform your health alongside me? I’ll be presenting at the upcoming 12-Day McDougall Intensive from January 23 – February 3. This is your chance to get medical supervision, daily 1:1 support, and the exact tools you need to lower inflammation and reclaim your energy. Spots are filling up—click here to join us and start your journey! Links and Resources: Main website & hub: Dr. McDougall Health & Medical Center 12-Day McDougall Program (Intensive): 12-Day Program Starch Solution Community (membership): Starch Solution Community Free McDougall Program (self-guided): Free McDougall Program Recipes (oil-free, starch-based): McDougall Recipes Library Education & medical topics: Education Hub Books & Films Mentioned  The Starch Solution – John & Mary McDougall The McDougall Plan – John McDougall The China Study – T. Colin Campbell & Thomas Campbell Forks Over Knives – documentary film McDougall Social Channels YouTube: Dr. McDougall on YouTube Instagram: @themcdougallprogram Facebook: Dr. John McDougall

    49 min

  3. DEC 8

    Beyond Ozempic: Natural GLP‑1 Boosters, Fiber, and Plant-Based Weight Loss with Dr. Jeffrey Pierce

    “You don’t have to inject a GLP‑1 drug to support satiety. With the right fiber-rich foods, greens, whole grains, and a few simple spices, you can help your body make and release more of its own GLP‑1—while actually getting healthier in the process.”    What happens when a lifestyle medicine doctor also happens to grow most of his family’s food? In this episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast, Kylie sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Pierce, a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician with 18+ years of experience and a deep passion for food-as-medicine and edible gardening. Dr. Pierce practices with Lifestyle Telemedicine, helping patients reverse or improve conditions like diabetes, hypertension, fatty liver disease, and obesity through whole-food, plant-based nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, and community. He shares how his early work in global health—caring for families facing HIV, tuberculosis, and severe malnutrition in Africa and Latin America—reshaped his understanding of what “real” medicine looks like. Back in the U.S., frustrated by 15-minute visits and endless prescription refills, he pivoted into lifestyle medicine and longer, more meaningful visits where patients learn how to get to the root causes of their health issues. You’ll hear how Dr. Pierce: Uses lifestyle medicine to help patients achieve sustainable plant-based weight loss, not just chase a number on the scale. Explains “natural GLP-1 support” with his memorable two G’s and three C’s—simple, everyday foods and spices that help with satiety and cravings. Leads group “food is medicine” visits for pregnant and postpartum patients, where groceries are delivered to their homes and they cook along live on Zoom. Thinks about prevention at key life stages—from preconception and pregnancy through perimenopause and beyond. Fell in love with gardening, now growing multiple fruit trees, vegetables, mushrooms, and more, and how this living garden serves his family’s health, microbiome, and mental well-being. Helped create The Edible Garden: Quick Start Guide for the Plantrician Project to make growing your own food less intimidating and more joyful. If you’ve ever wondered how to make plant-based eating feel sustainable, how to support weight loss without white-knuckle dieting, or how to start even a tiny edible garden for yourself or your family, this conversation is packed with practical ideas and a whole lot of hope. Resources & Links Dr. Jeffrey Pierce & Lifestyle Telemedicine Dr. Jeffrey Pierce’s Lifestyle Telemedicine profile https://lifestyletelemedicine.com/find-your-doctor/jeffrey-pierce/ Dr. Pierce’s personal website (blog, garden, resources): https://jeffpiercemd.com/ Lifestyle Telemedicine (practice home): https://lifestyletelemedicine.com Edible gardening & quick-start support Plantrician Project Quick Start Guides (plant-based, kids, potlucks, and edible garden guides): https://plantricianproject.org California Rare Fruit Growers (for listeners interested in unusual varieties, grafting, and fruit trees): https://crfg.org Books & evidence-based lifestyle medicine Your Body in Balance by Neal Barnard, MD (hormones, menopause, endometriosis) https://www.pcrm.org/your-body-in-balance Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) – https://www.pcrm.org NutritionFacts.org – research-based videos and articles https://nutritionfacts.org Food-as-medicine programs & pregnancy Food-as-Medicine style group visits through Dr. Pierce’s county program  Live, virtual group visits for pregnant and postpartum women Delivered groceries + cook-along classes + lifestyle Q&A with a physician American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) – background on lifestyle medicine training & board certification: https://lifestylemedicine.org Documentaries & inspiration The Biggest Little Farm (and its sequel) – regenerative, diversified farm story and soil-health inspiration: https://www.biggestlittlefarmmovie.com Tools & ideas mentioned Natural GLP‑1 support – “two G’s and three C’s”: Greens: especially leafy greens with thylakoids (e.g., spinach, other dark leafy greens) Groats: intact whole grains like barley, oat groats, wheat berries, rye berries, farro, spelt,  Cinnamon Curcumin (turmeric’s active compound) Cayenne Indoor / small-space options: Sprouting (e.g., broccoli sprouts, beans, lentils) on the counter Herb pots or small fruit trees in containers Vertical planters or wall-mounted systems for greens Composting options: Traditional backyard compost & leaf mulching Worm composting (vermicompost) Electric indoor composters (like Mill and similar devices) for kitchen scraps

    1h 14m

  4. NOV 29

    Feel Amazing in December: Aligned Holiday Eating & True Food Freedom

    “You don’t need a perfect holiday to feel proud—you just need to stay connected to yourself and choose alignment more often than you don’t.”   This December, you don’t have to “fall off” and start over in January. In this episode of the Green Glow Lifestyle podcast, we’re talking about how to enjoy the holidays, eat in a way that feels good, and still stay aligned with your health goals—without restriction, obsession, or all-or-nothing thinking. You’ll learn how to: Re-center your holidays around connection, nature, and meaning—not just food Use a simple fiber-rich “pre-game” meal so you don’t show up to events starving Experiment with timed eating as a gentle boundary to prevent constant grazing Stay prepared with fiber-rich snacks (like my favorite Well Bean bars from Wellbean.com) to avoid “emergency” junk food Tap into the power of community and coaching so you don’t have to muscle through this season alone I’ll also share one of my favorite high-fiber, no-added-sugar snacks that crush chocolate cravings—Well Bean bars, which you can find at my personal link. They’re made from beans and nuts, with zero sugar, oil, or additives, and they’re a game-changer for satisfying sweet cravings in a way that supports your goals. If you’re craving deeper support and accountability this season, you can learn more about my Evolution Health group coaching and 1:1 options—or schedule a time to connect—at: www.evolution-health.co/schedule If you’re ready to feel proud of how you care for yourself this month—and walk into January without a reset or shame spiral—this episode is for you. SHOW NOTES: Learn about Evolution Health coaching: www.evolution-health.co/schedule Try Well Bean bars with my link:

    15 min

  5. NOV 16

    Grit is Prescribed: Strong at 40 and Beyond

    “Nothing great is going to come from your comfort zone. Some days 30% is all you have—but if you give that 30%, that’s 100% of what you can do that day.” -Ash Solorio What if the most powerful “anti-aging” prescription for women in their 40s and beyond isn’t a cream or a supplement—but a barbell? In this episode, Kylie sits down with neighbor and friend Ash Solorio, Air Force veteran, former San Francisco 49ers cheerleader, and founder of GritRx, a fitness gear brand built around one core belief: grit is prescribed. Ash shares how strength became part of her identity from childhood dance classes to military training at 4 a.m., and what it really took to earn a spot as a professional cheerleader on Monday Night Football. Together, they break down why resistance training is non‑negotiable for women as we age—think bone density, balance, heart health, body composition, and staying active with your kids and grandkids. Ash offers practical, judgment‑free ways to start strength training (even if the weight room terrifies you), simple at-home movements, and recovery tips that help you feel strong instead of “old.” They also dive into the mindset side: why grit often looks like giving 30% on a hard day—if that’s 100% of what you’ve got. Inspired to get strong? Visit GritRx.com to grab Ash's beginner guides and gear, and use code GREENGLOW15 at checkout for 15% off to start your gritty journey today!

    41 min

  6. NOV 9

    Turning Down the Heat: How Inflammation Amplifies Menopause Symptoms (and how to calm the fire)

    “You are not broken. Your body is simply responding to changing signals. When you lower inflammatory noise through daily choices—food, sleep, movement, and calming habits—you change your experience.” - Kylie Buckner, RN 💡 Show Summary Welcome back to the Green Glow Lifestyle Podcast with Kylie Buckner, RN, your guide to navigating perimenopause and beyond with knowledge, compassion, and practical tools. In this episode, Kylie breaks down the real science of why menopause can feel so intense — and how inflammation turns up the “volume” on symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, and mood swings. You’ll learn what’s happening inside your body, why the hormone dance in midlife is a little like a “second puberty,” and how lifestyle levers can help you reclaim balance. You’ll learn: 🌸 How declining estrogen and progesterone send “SOS” signals to your brain — and why FSH ramps up to keep reproduction alive as long as possible. 🧠 The critical role of estrogen in protecting heart health, bones, thyroid balance, and metabolism — and what happens when that protection fades. 🔥 What hs‑CRP is, and why tracking this simple blood test can help you measure and manage inflammation in real time. 🥦 Five science‑backed lifestyle levers that lower inflammation and ease menopause symptoms. 🌙 A gentle guide to improving sleep, calming cortisol, and breaking the hot flash–insomnia loop. 📈 How to use Kylie’s free 2‑Week Anti‑Inflammatory Tracker PDF to spot patterns, measure progress, and see the payoff of small daily changes. 📝 Episode Notes Mentioned in this episode: Free Download: [5 Anti‑Inflammatory Levers + 2‑Week Tracker PDF]  hs‑CRP (High‑Sensitivity C‑Reactive Protein) — a biomarker for chronic inflammation Ask your provider about adding this lab to your next check‑up. Email Kylie: kylie@greenglowlifestyle.com — share your micro‑wins, insights, or questions! Connect: Follow the show and share this episode with a friend navigating perimenopause or menopause. 🧭 Key Takeaways Menopause is natural — symptoms are modifiable. Estrogen loss increases inflammation, affecting your heart, bones, and thyroid. hs‑CRP is a powerful, underused biomarker for tracking inflammation. Start with one lifestyle lever, not all five — progress over perfection. Sleep, plant‑based foods, daily movement, and stress recovery change the signal your body hears.

    23 min

  7. NOV 2

    Activation to Anchoring: A Raw Week in Real Time

    “Your nervous system isn’t the enemy—it’s your messenger.”  Host note: This episode is different—recorded in real time, in the middle of a very human week. It’s raw, tender, and grounded. I’m sharing the exact tools I’m using as I use them: naming activation, practicing somatic resets, and choosing “body first, then logistics.” If you’re in a sandwich season—caring for parents while raising little ones, building work you love while your body changes—you’re not alone. Attunement note: brief mention of a parent’s ER visit and hospital admission. Please take what serves your nervous system and leave the rest. We’ll breathe together and end with grounding. My hope is that hearing “life in motion,” not after the fact, helps you feel witnessed and resourced right where you are. Show description / summary In this raw, unedited episode, Kylie brings you into a real-time week of being “sandwiched” between roles and generations: full-time mom to Indigo during Halloween week, co-launching a new program with Cyrus, party planning, and fielding a late-night call that her mom has had a stroke. From ER coordination and family dynamics to perimenopause shifts and career momentum, she names the nervous system spikes—activation, overwhelm, survival mode—and walks you through the exact somatic tools she’s using to come back to center. You’ll hear why long-term therapy matters in moments like this, how to pre-decide 60-second and 5-minute resets, and how “body first, then logistics” changes everything. Kylie shares practical structures for crisis (family maps, decision deadlines, twice-daily updates), plus the mantra that’s saving her: I can be with what’s here without fixing what’s not mine. Along the way: spooky toothbrush kits, Alanis-level irony, and the reminder that joy is not disrespect—it’s a resource. If you’re caring for aging parents while raising little ones, building work you love while your body is changing, and holding space for everyone while wondering who’s holding you—you’re not alone. Breathe with Kylie, regulate together, and remember: you don’t need every answer. Just the next kind thing. Includes: guided breaths, somatic suggestions, practical scripts, and a lot of permission to be human.

    21 min

  8. OCT 27

    Feel Younger at Any Age: Dr. Kim Scheuer’s Plant-Based Path to Energy, Strength, and Joy

    “I’m now in my sixties and I feel better than I did in my twenties. I was burned out and inflamed—then I changed my lifestyle, my weight and cholesterol plummeted, my energy soared, and I got my joy back.” - Dr. Kim Scheuer Summary What if getting healthy felt joyful—and actually stuck? In this energizing conversation, Kylie sits down with Dr. Kim Scheuer, a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician, who transformed her own life at 47 and now helps patients do the same. From “Milky Way vegetarian” to whole-food plant-based, Kim shares how she effortlessly lost ~50 pounds, slashed cholesterol, built strength (hello, 100+ push-ups), improved bone density, and found more happiness than ever. She breaks down how personalized lifestyle medicine, smart labs in context, and community support can reverse chronic conditions, enable safe de-prescribing, and make healthy choices the easy choices. Expect practical strategies, inspiring stories, and plenty of joy. Topics covered Kim’s pivot to lifestyle medicine: weight loss, cholesterol drops, energy surge, stronger bones “Deprescribing” done right: when and how to reduce meds safely CRP and inflammation: why context matters (dental work, stress, timing) Protein and fiber on a plant-based diet: feeling full and strong without powders Strength “snacks”: habit-stacking push-ups to build daily muscle Sleep as a superpower: evening routines, screen boundaries, timing of meals Environmental design: pantry cleanouts, shopping the perimeter, candy-free checkout lanes Community as medicine: potlucks, “cook clubs,” Walk with a Doc, neighborhood ripple effects Growing your food anywhere: sprouts on a windowsill to full-on grow domes Kids and families: individualized nutrition across ages and stages Telemedicine access: longer visits, collaborative brain trust, care across 50 states (and growing) Resources mentioned The China Study — T. Colin Campbell Forks Over Knives (documentary) How Not to Die — Michael Greger, MD Walk with a Doc (community movement initiative) Four Leaf Guide (quick dietary “vital sign” assessment) Cronometer (nutrition tracking app) Lifestyle Telemedicine (book with Dr. Scheuer): Dr. Kim Scheuer at Lifestyle Telemedicine DOKS Lifestyle Medicine (Dr. Scheuer’s lifestyle medicine consult service): DOKS Lifestyle Medicine

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Tired of feeling blah? Join me on the Green Glow Podcast where we ditch the diet dogma and bring you girlfriend-style advice on how to prioritize your health, from a nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience helping women overcome years of metabolic issues FAST. We’ll break down confusing science into simple steps you can take today to feel amazing tomorrow. From plant-powered tips to stress-busting strategies, we’ll help you simplify your life and unlock your best self – no judgo, just support and science that ACTUALLY works.

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    Kylie Buckner, RN
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