Homes That Heal & Infrared Saunas | Jen Heller on Detox, Energy & Wellness

In this episode of The Whole Health Podcast, Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett, DMD, NMD, IBDM and Megan Barnett, MS, CNS, sit down with wellness educator and Homes That Heal podcast host Jen Heller to explore the powerful connection between detoxification, nervous system regulation, infrared sauna therapy, and the environments we live in every day. Jen shares her personal journey overcoming heavy metal toxicity, thyroid dysfunction, and chronic fatigue while explaining how healing spaces, intentional living, and holistic wellness tools can profoundly impact physical and emotional health.

Topics Discussed:

• Jen Heller shares how infrared sauna therapy helped support her recovery from mercury and lead toxicity while improving nervous system regulation and overall wellness.
• Learn the differences between infrared and traditional saunas, what to know about detoxification protocols, and how to choose a safe sauna for your home.
• Discover how creating “Homes That Heal” through light, energy, sound, and intentional design can support emotional balance, stress reduction, and long-term health.

Jen Heller’s Website: https://jenhellerlifestyle.com/

To learn more about Megan Barnett’s clinic and practice, click below:
https://bioloungepdx.com

To learn more about Megan's organic soluble fiber blends, click below:
https://thinkflorasophy.com

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Blodgett's dental practice below:
https://www.blodgettdentalcare.com/

About The Whole Health Podcast:
Hosted by Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett, DMD, NMD, IBDM, and Megan Barnett, MS, CNS, this podcast is dedicated to advancing biological dentistry and integrative health. Join Kelly and Megan as they dive deep with experts and leaders across various disciplines to explore the connections between oral health, nutrition, and holistic human wellness.

Timestamps:

02:20 – Jen’s health crisis: fatigue, thyroid dysfunction & neurological symptoms
05:05 – Discovering heavy metal toxicity & mercury exposure
06:02 – Introduction to infrared sauna therapy and detoxification
07:26 – Meeting Dr. Hal Huggins & learning about mercury amalgams
10:20 – Infrared saunas vs. traditional saunas explained
13:10 – Sauna frequency, detox protocols & mineral replenishment
15:10 – Important considerations before starting detoxification
18:05 – How to choose a safe infrared sauna & understanding EMFs
21:08 – The origin of “Homes That Heal” during the pandemic
25:02 – Why creating healing spaces at home matters
27:33 – Energy in homes, trauma, and environmental stress
32:30 – Creating calming environments that regulate the nervous system
36:05 – Music, frequencies & nervous system regulation
37:28 – How our environments impact healing and stress levels
40:15 – Jen shares the powerful story of helping her niece heal through holistic support
45:10 – Final thoughts & episode wrap-up

In this episode of The Whole Health Podcast, Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett and Megan Barnett, MS, CNS, explore emerging research connecting oral microbes and chronic inflammation to breast cancer risk and progression. Together, they unpack how bacteria associated with gum disease, root canal-treated teeth, and cavitations may translocate throughout the body, contribute to systemic inflammation, and potentially influence disease outcomes. The conversation highlights the growing importance of biological dentistry, oral microbiome testing, and proactive strategies for reducing inflammatory risk factors through a more integrative lens of health.

Topics Discussed:

• The Connection Between Oral Bacteria & Breast Cancer
How emerging research on Fusobacterium nucleatum is reshaping our understanding of oral health, inflammation, and breast cancer progression.

• Gum Disease, Root Canals & Microbial Translocation
Why chronic oral infections and inflamed gum tissue may allow bacteria to move through the bloodstream and impact other areas of the body.

• Biological Dentistry & Proactive Risk Reduction
How oral microbiome testing, oxygen-based therapies, cavitation awareness, and integrative dental approaches may help reduce systemic inflammation and support long-term wellness.

To learn more about Megan Barnett’s clinic and practice, click below:
https://bioloungepdx.com

To learn more about Megan's organic soluble fiber blends, click below:
https://thinkflorasophy.com

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Blodgett's dental practice below:
https://www.blodgettdentalcare.com/

About The Whole Health Podcast:
Hosted by Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett, DMD, NMD, IBDM, and Megan Barnett, MS, CNS, this podcast is dedicated to advancing biological dentistry and integrative health. Join Kelly and Megan as they dive deep with experts and leaders across various disciplines to explore the connections between oral health, nutrition, and holistic human wellness.

In this episode of The Whole Health Podcast, Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett and Megan Barnett sit down with Marné Minard, nutritionist chef and co-owner of Bastion, a health-focused restaurant redefining what accessible, nutrient-dense food can look like. Marné shares how her background in nutrition inspired her to create a menu free from gluten, dairy, refined sugar, seed oils, soy, and corn—without sacrificing flavor or comfort. Together, they explore how food can become a powerful tool for healing, why simplicity matters in nutrition, and how Bastion is helping people make healthier choices in everyday life.

Topics Discussed:
-Creating a Restaurant Rooted in Wellness
How Marné turned her education in nutrition into a thriving restaurant model focused on seasonal, whole-food ingredients that support healing and reduce inflammation.

-Making Healthy Eating Practical and Delicious
Why Bastion focuses on familiar comfort foods with clean ingredients, helping people transition into healthier habits without feeling restricted or overwhelmed.

-Listening to the Body & Simplifying Nutrition
Marné’s perspective on cravings, intuition, and learning to trust your body’s signals while building a sustainable relationship with food and health.

Bastion's website is bastionpdx.com
Instagram: @bastion_eatwell

To learn more about Megan Barnett’s clinic and practice, click below:
https://bioloungepdx.com

To learn more about Megan's organic soluble fiber blends, click below:
https://thinkflorasophy.com

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Blodgett's dental practice below:
https://www.blodgettdentalcare.com/

About The Whole Health Podcast:
Hosted by Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett, DMD, NMD, IBDM, and Megan Barnett, MS, CNS, this podcast is dedicated to advancing biological dentistry and integrative health. Join Kelly and Megan as they dive deep with experts and leaders across various disciplines to explore the connections between oral health, nutrition, and holistic human wellness.

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