Wellness Uncomplicated

You’ve probably heard the buzz, people swapping their morning coffee for mushroom elixirs and powders. Sounds wild, right?But this isn’t hype. Functional mushrooms like Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, and Chaga are the real deal — helping people think clearer, perform better, sleep deeper, and actually handle stress with more ease.In this episode of Wellness Uncomplicated, I’m breaking down:• Why mushrooms are more like humans than plants (and why that matters)• The mycelium “internet of the forest” — and how it mirrors your own nervous system• The mushroom dream team for brainpower, calm, energy, and immunityShop my favorite mushroom brands here!Follow me on Instagram @themegankennedy for more wellness made simple.

Something that may surprise you… I actually love Halloween. The cozy sweaters, the neighbourhood buzz, the costumes, the chaos. But what I don’t love? The post-Halloween colds and flus that seem to hit families every year like clockwork.In this episode, I’m sharing how to let your kids enjoy the candy while protecting their energy, immune system, and mood. I’ll walk you through what we do before, during, and after Halloween to keep things fun and balanced — not stressful.In this episode:Why sugar impacts your kids’ immune system (and why colds spike after Halloween)How our family handles candy without restricting or shamingWhy we avoid artificial colors and chemicals like tartrazine (yep, even in juice boxes you can’t see through!)How to support your kids’ gut and immune system the days following HalloweenMy favourite wellness tips to make Halloween magical and mindfulLinks & Resources Mentioned• Visit Natural Vibe Wellness Market — your trusted source for clean, natural supplements and wellness products: www.naturalvibe.ca• Follow me on Instagram @themegankennedy for daily wellness tips.• Favourite Kids SupplementsVitamin CVitamin DKids All-In-One Daily Shake✨ If this episode resonated with you, share it with another mom who wants to skip the sugar chaos and keep the magic. Don’t forget to hit follow so you don’t miss new episodes every week.

What if your thoughts could shape your reality? In this episode, I’m taking you back to the moment that quietly changed the entire trajectory of my life — when I was sixteen years old, working in my mom’s health food store, and a stranger handed me a little book called Creative Visualization by Shakti Gawain.That book became the starting point for the life I’ve created today. And here’s the thing — it’s not “woo.” Modern neuroscience backs it up.In this episode, I cover:✨ How visualization shaped my first big manifestation — moving to Japan to work for Tokyo Disney Resort🧠 The science behind manifestation and how your Reticular Activating System (RAS) programs what you notice and attract🔁 Why, according to Joe Dispenza, 90–95% of your thoughts are the same each day — and how to break the loop🧭 How visualization activates the same neural pathways as real experience (and why elite performers use it)🌱 The 4 steps of Creative Visualization that can help you bring your own goals to life💡 A practical, uncomplicated way to start manifesting — rooted in both faith and scienceMentioned in this episode:📖 Creative Visualization by Shakti Gawain 🪴 Sponsored by: Natural Vibe Wellness Market - www.naturalvibe.ca 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @themegankennedy

Used by Cleopatra herself… this golden spice has been treasured for centuries and now, modern research is backing up what ancient wellness traditions already knew. Saffron is showing incredible promise for supporting mood, brain health, vision, and even women’s hormone balance (think PMS and perimenopause).In this episode, we dive into: • Why saffron is called “liquid sunshine” for your mood • How it supports focus, memory, and cognitive health • Eye health benefits backed by science • How it can ease PMS and perimenopause symptoms • What to look for in a high-quality supplementFor all your wellness needs, visit www.naturalvibe.ca or stop by Natural Vibe in St. John’s.✨ Shop the saffron I love here: Saffron 28mg 60 capsHave a supplement you want me to feature on a future Supplements Uncomplicated episode? Reach out to me on Instagram @themegankennedy. I’d love to hear from you:)

Ever had a “broccoli battle” at the dinner table? Same. My son Henri has always been a dramatic no when it comes to anything green—until one day, he shocked us all by trying broccoli… and loving it.In this episode, I’m sharing the simple, no-guilt strategies I use as a mom and holistic nutritionist to help kids become curious, confident eaters—without pressure, guilt, or making three different meals.We’ll talk picky eating phases, the power of consistency, kitchen involvement, language shifts, structured mealtimes, and smart supplements that make a difference.This episode is brought to you by Natural Vibe, your trusted source for high-quality kids’ supplements - www.naturalvibe.caLinks I Mention: Eat Your Superpowers bookMy trusted kids’ supplements from Natural Vibe (Multi-Vitamin, Omega 3, Vitamin D, Vitamin C)Instagram: @themegankennedy