Kefi Life

88. Food, Toxins & the Liver

88. Food, Toxins & the Liver
Mary Bucheleres of Maria Sofia Naturally Homemade appears to save our liver and feed our body naturally.
Mary Bucheleres
Today's Lexi: 
Συκώτι — Sykoti (Liver)
In Today’s Episode:
A proficient cook in seasonal and natural methods, Mary Bucheleres chimes into this episode to bring attention to all things food, toxic effects of food, seasonal selections and the importance of the liver function.
Points of importance:
Eat bananas
Incorporate celery juice
Consider a detox smoothie
Remember herbs and salads
Value in cilantro, parsley, and dill
Keep your cells hydrated
Get walking, talking, and eating with purpose
Lemon water above all
Additionally:
Learn the power of European style produce shopping, fighting toxins and inflammation with food.
How do we control our health with produce?
What are the differences in all the different types of eggplants?
Which food group does eggplant replace?
All about Pomegranates…how do you cut one, what is the symbolism and the seasonality of food ….
PLUS:
How do we eat and stay well?
What are the Blue Zones?
Which oils are not inflammatory?
This episode is a fantastic addition to living a Kefi L!fe.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Veggies with Protein make it all is well!
Resources:
www.medicalmedium.com
Mary Bucheleres on Instagram (@mariasofia_buch)
Reach out to Mary Bucheleres via Email
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
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Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
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For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

87. Kiki’s Holy Land Trip Up Close & Personal

87. Kiki’s Holy Land Trip Up Close & Personal 
A glimpse at the Holy Land as experienced by Kiki!
Kiki in Bethlehem
Today's Lexi: 
Περιπέτεια — Peripéteia (Adventure)
In Today’s Episode:
Join Kiki on her pilgrimage to the Holy Land.  An adventurous spirit and the urge to feed her mind body and soul leads to travel to the mysterious Middle East to experience the other side of the world where three major religions persist and prevail.
How do the land and the sea tie into the ethos of this spiritual place?
What will you learn about the food and some of the traditions of the Jewish and Palestinian people? 
What’s so interesting about Jericho and certainly you will discover the Old City of Jerusalem when you tune in to this episode 87.
Kiki also touches upon prayers, middle eastern dishes, people, traditions and the three Abrahamic groups.
A Holy Land journey in science, faith, nature, God and feeding the soul during this episode of Kefi L!fe!
Burqin, a town in the northern West Bank, is home to one of the oldest churches in the world, the Church of the Ten Lepers, where Jesus Christ is said to have performed a miracle of healing lepers who were confined in the church’s cave.  This was one of Kiki’s favorite stops on the pilgrimage. 
Church of the Ten Lepers
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Be all is well when you experience the cuisine of different cultures
Resources:
Map of Israel
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

86. Vacations & Wellness with Travelive!

86. Vacations & Wellness with Travelive!
President of Travelive, Mina Agnos, shares a wealth of travel trends so you can destress and recharge. 
Mina Agnos
Today's Lexi: 
Ταξίδι — Taxidi (Travel)
In Today’s Episode:
President of Travelive, an award-winning virtuoso travel management company, Mina Agnos, joins Kefi L!fe with expert information on travel to Greece, Italy and Croatia all in the name of your well-being!  
Studies show that taking a vacation can reduce your stress level and provide time and activity to recharge your mental health.  Well then, it’s time to start meaningfully plan your destination.  
Today, Mina Agnos, a well-traveled and seasoned traveler guides you and me on how to select a vacation spot and why:
Get to know the place you’re visiting your way. 
Going to Greece: where do you begin your trip and how do you decide what the vacation will look like with so many options?
What’s special about Italy?
Why is Croatia trending in the world of travel?
All of this and so much more with the lovely and lively Mina Agnos - top global travel agent!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Travel with new perspective. 
Resources:
Mina, an inveterate traveler is listed in Travel + Leisure's A-List of the World's Top Travel Agents and is one of Conde Nast Magazine's Top Travel Specialists. Her leadership and passion have been instrumental in the growth of Travelive, a company, in which personalized travel experiences are created based on guest preferences and expectations.
www.travelive.com
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

85. Nutrition and the Brain

85. Nutrition and the Brain
The nutrition you consume will affect your brain and your life.  This episode looks at food and how you can eat for optimal living.
Stella Kalfas
Today's Lexi: 
Εγκέφαλος — Engéfalos (Brain)
In Today’s Episode:
President of the Greater Mental Health Association of Chicago, Stella Kalfas, returns to spotlight the value of proper nutrition to feed the brain.  What are some significant things to consider when attempting to live as vitally as possible.
Today we cover the spectrum from food sensitivity tests to hormone imbalances.  Medication has its place in the process of relief, but what about the side effects?  Also, are the foods you are eating affecting you negatively? 
Something I learned from Stella today is that parasites in our bodies create a vicious cycle of the wrong cravings.  Indeed, certain foods have parasites, which directly correlate to sugar and sugar cravings.  
We also learn about food and our bio individual heritage, the amount of time it takes to no longer crave sugar and genomes. 
Finally, it is up to you to create and live in an environment which nourishes you mentally, physically, and spiritually.
This episode on Nutrition and the Brain may inspire you to clean up your eating patterns for the sake of your brain and your body!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well when you stop scrolling and comparing the pictures on social media.
Resources:
Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago (MHAGC)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

84. BE PRESENT!

84. BE PRESENT!
Christiana Cagnoni, Doctor of Chinese Medicine shares the value and the way to be present while keeping life simple.
Christiana Cagnoni
Today's Lexi: 
Θεός — Theos (God)
In Today’s Episode:
Dr Christiana Cagnoni continues the wellness conversation with the topic of mindfulness and living in the present moment.
Something to consider is stagnation, is it a disease?
Food, it’s a medicine or a poison, how shall we eat to live well
*What makes our energy flow?
What is adrenal fatigue and how do we combat it?
TIPS offered to help you keep it simple & live in this moment 
Other interesting notes: 
The hierarchy of life plays a role in our mindfulness, learn more today.
What do love and listening have to do with being present, you will find out during this episode.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Today's Ola Kala Moment: Preserve Your Energy
Resources
Christiana Cagnoni is a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.  She has been in practice since 1983.  She has worked in Chicago, Illinois for 35 years, northern California and for the past 24 years Prescott, Arizona. Her practice, Healing from the Heart consists of traditional therapies such as Acupuncture, Herbal Remedies and Medical Qi Gong, which is her specialty, along with having a Master’s Degree in Shiatsu/Anma therapy. Her practice is designed to “help you help yourself”.  Her in-depth in-take and wellness program is designed specifically for the individual.  She developed the first International Shiatsu Summit held in the suburbs of Chicago and created Manna Vida Center for Wellbeing. Currently Christiana sees patients in person in Prescott, Arizona as well as doing evaluations and teaching of the 6 Healing Sounds of Qigong via the internet. If you are interested in knowing more about Christiana or her work:
Phone: 928-308-0880
Email: christianacagnoni@gmail.com
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

83. Slow Down!

83. Slow Down!
Let’s give ourselves permission to slow down.
Amy Cox
Today's Lexi: 
Αδεια — Adeia (Permission)
In Today’s Episode:
All things in moderation. All things in balance. This ancient and wise philosophy – and the related lesson to just slow down! – is the main takeaway behind today’s episode with Amy Cox.
Amy is a trained organic gardener and a health and wellness coach who describes herself as a “recovered Type-A.” She shares with us her personal journey toward a slower-paced life, necessitated by an unexpected diagnosis – and ultimately, a cure – of Hashimoto's Disease.
In this inspiring conversation, Amy shares her experiences and explains the importance of listening to your body, as together we recall the quote, famously attributed to Hippocrates, to “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food!
May you be well!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Today's Ola Kala Moment asks the question, “What is your enough?”
Resources
Omstead.biz
Previous Kefi Life Episodes with Amy Cox:
Creating your own garden
Dreams Do Come True
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

82. Ballerina to Poms - A Journey to Stay Well

82. Ballerina to Poms - A Journey to Stay Well
Notre Dame University Student and Pom Squad Team member brings the energy to the community. 
Rachel Thompson
Notre Dame Poms Squad
Today's Lexi:
Πανεπιστήμιο — Panepistimio (University)
In Today's Episode:
A delightful Notre Dame student and Pom Squad team member shares her experience with having fun, staying fit, and motivation on and off the field.  
A lifelong Ballerina, Rachel Thompson brings her energy, her spirit, and her dance skill to the University of Notre Dame. Today we get a glimpse of the famous school’s spirit and community.
Being a part of a club, a group or a team can bring joy beyond the participation.  One can get organized, in shape, and help a fellow person.
Learn what the Irish community is like at Notre Dame, and how it resembles the Greek Philoxenia.
Rachel is fired up to share her path, which includes finding the movement that fits her personality.  You too can do the same!
Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Belong!
Resources:
Notre Dame Women's Pom Squad
Philoxenia: The Roots of Greek Hospitality
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

81. Athletic Fundraising to Feed Your Spirit!

81. Athletic Fundraising to Feed Your Spirit!
A young woman turns training for a marathon into a fundraiser.  This episode is about how athletic fundraising can feed your spirit!
Grace Dekoker
Today's Lexi:
Μαραθώνας — Marathonas (Marathon)
In Today's Episode:
A pre-med student organizes her training schedule into a fundraising opportunity to raise money for EMC- Every Mother Counts.
A light yet informative interview with pre-med student Grace Dokoker highlights the benefits of running and moving which yields a natural emotional outlet. 
There is more than one way to prepare for the Chicago marathon, the world’s 6th biggest event.  Consider partnering with a charity and simultaneously feed your spirit.
Grace has chosen the charity EMC, Every Mother Counts.  Learn what this organization is all about and why it is so important to donate to the cause.
Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Destination Event Locations
Resources:
Fundraising Page for Grace Dekoker for 2022
A Message From Grace
Hi everyone! I'm running the 2022 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and fundraising for an amazing organization called Every Mother Counts. If you know me, you know how passionate I am about women's healthcare and health equity, in both the United States and globally. I wanted my first marathon to stand for something larger than myself, and I found this fantastic organization, whose work and mission resonates with my heart. 
Childbirth is the oldest bodily process, and yet the miracles of modern medicine seem to fall short in women's health. Many women cannot access appropriate care, are facing long-term health consequences after childbirth, and are dying due to labor complications every day. Worse yet, this problem is pervasive worldwide, and for different reasons: in Tanzania and Haiti, lack of experienced providers, especially in rural areas, mean women who experience emergencies may not be able to access care. In Guatemala, Indigenous Mayan women are more than twice as likely to experience severe complications or death in childbirth than non-Indigenous women. In the United States, over-medicalization and a high cesarean rate are detrimental to care. We are one of two countries in the world with a rising maternal mortality rate and have the worst MM rate in the western world.
These problems are all unique, and thus, each requires their own unique solution. Every Mother Counts works to target each of these specific health disparities by partnering with grassroots organizations in several different countries, including the United States, to invest in solutions through providing funding, resources, and grant making. Each organization EMC partners with works to empower women, spotlight local voices and expand care for women. EMC also mobilizes and advocates from the streets to the Senate, and fights for all women, everywhere, to have a safe and healthy pregnancy and childbirth. They work with community leaders in several countries to ensure a positive experience for prenatal care, as well as helping women in their first years of motherhood. The work that EMC does is powerful and humbling, and actively allows more women to access quality care.
In the past ten years alone, they have been responsible for investing $21 million for public education and community engagement, received over 100 grants, helped approve 2 US federal maternal health bills that are now laws, and impacted over one million women, providers, and community health workers. Whether expanding midwifery knowledge, nutrition services, access to health centers, legal aid, doula access, or nursing guides, EMC provides and funds a wide range of services.
No donation is too small. Here are some examples of what your money provides:
$12.57 is one-tenth of the cost for a motorcycle that a community can use to transport a woman to a health clinic or hospital in southwest Uganda. 
$32 can provide essential antenatal and delivery supplies and equipment to care for one woman in Karatu, Tanzania.
$50 can pay for five hours of legal counseling for victims of maternal health rights violations in India.
$120 can provide one low-income woman in central Florida with four childbirth education sessions on breastfeeding, nutrition, self-care and newborn care.
Some other fun ways to donate are…
$6.43- that's one penny for every mile I'll run during training!
$16- one dollar per week of training!
$26.2- a dollar per mile on the big race day:)
If you’re interested in reading more about the great work EMC does, check out these links below!
https://everymothercounts.org
https://everymothercounts.org/films/
Thank you all for reading my many paragraphs