Episodes

A major theme of the episode is that women shouldn't be taught to view menopause only through the lens of symptoms that need to be suppressed. Instead, it explores what is happening physiologically and asks how women can work with their changing bodies through nutrition, movement and strength training, adequate protein and micronutrients, healthy fats, sleep and circadian rhythm, stress management, metabolic health, and other lifestyle practices. There is good evidence that nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, and maintaining muscle and bone strength matter during this stage of life. nhs.uk

The podcast also puts menopause into a historical and cultural context, looking at how women experienced this transition before modern medicine and contrasting that with today's heavily medicalized conversation. It discusses conventional hormone therapy while keeping the larger Chasing Eden emphasis on understanding the body and considering lifestyle and non-drug approaches rather th…

For years, conversations about nutrition have revolved around protein, carbohydrates, fat, and calories. But one of the most important parts of the human diet has quietly been pushed to the side: fiber. Now, as researchers learn more about the gut microbiome, metabolic health, inflammation, and the connection between our digestive system and the rest of the body, fiber is finally getting the attention it deserves.

In this episode of Chasing Eden: Rediscovering Your Body’s Divine Design, Caroline explores why fiber is making a comeback—and why it is about much more than simply keeping you regular. We look at the different types of fiber, what happens when fiber reaches the gut, how certain fibers feed beneficial intestinal microbes, and how the compounds produced by those microbes may influence everything from blood-sugar regulation and appetite to immune and digestive health.

We also explore how dramatically the modern diet has changed. Our ancestors consumed a much wider variet…

You’re Breathing Wrong… And It’s Destroying Your Health — Description

Breathing is something we do thousands of times every day without thinking about it—but how we breathe may have a much greater impact on our health than most of us realize.

In this episode of Chasing Eden, Caroline Thompson explores the science of breathing and oxygen, including why nasal breathing matters, how breathing patterns can affect the amount of oxygen available to the body, and the surprising relationship between carbon dioxide and oxygen delivery known as the Bohr Effect.

We look at how modern habits may contribute to poor breathing patterns and explore the connections between breathing, sleep, energy, stress, exercise, lung function, and overall well-being. Caroline also examines hyperbaric oxygen therapy, why increased oxygen exposure is used in certain medical settings, and the growing interest surrounding its potential applications.

Can changing something as basic as the way you breathe ma…

This episode connects the dots between modern lifestyle habits and metabolic dysfunction—and shows you how to reverse it.More than just tips and tricks, this episode is a call to return to your body’s original design. Discover how to build a sustainable, metabolism-supporting lifestyle rooted in rhythm, balance, and truth.

Olive oil is one of the oldest and most respected foods in human history — but in today’s world, many people still don’t know what makes one bottle healthy and another bottle nearly worthless. In this episode of Chasing Eden, Caroline Thompson takes a deep dive into the fascinating history of olive oil, from the ancient Mediterranean world to the modern health movement.This episode explores where olive oil is made, how to choose the best extra virgin olive oil, what labels actually mean, and how...

There was a time when medicine looked completely different.Before pharmaceuticals dominated healthcare, before symptom-based treatment became the norm, there existed a system built on a radically different belief—that the body was designed to heal, not just be managed. In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast, we explore the origins of homeopathic medicine, beginning with Samuel Hahnemann and the rise of a system that once stood at the center of global healthcare during its Golden Age. With d...

We walk through the dramatic shift in the early 1900s that led to the decline of homeopathy and the rise of modern pharmaceutical medicine. From the Flexner Report to the restructuring of medical education, and the widely discussed influence of powerful industrial figures like Rockefeller, this episode examines both the documented history and the controversial perspectives surrounding why natural healing systems were pushed aside. Was it progress… or was something lost in the process? Today?

Today, as more people struggle with chronic illness, fatigue, and unresolved health issues, interest in natural and holistic approaches is rising again. This episode doesn’t just revisit history—it challenges how we think about healing, the body, and the systems we trust. Because the real question isn’t just what changed… it’s whether we left something behind that we’re now trying to rediscover.

In this episode of Chasing Eden, we take a deep dive into one of the most controversial and talked-about health movements in the world today: the carnivore diet. Why are so many people turning away from vegetables, grains, and processed foods and choosing to eat almost entirely meat, fat, eggs, and animal products? Is it a dangerous fad, or could it actually be restoring health for people who have struggled for years with inflammation, digestive problems, autoimmune issues, and mental fog?We exp...

This episode takes a fascinating journey through the history of bidets, from 18th-century Europe to the advanced hygiene technology used in modern Japan. Along the way, Caroline explores the health, comfort, and environmental benefits that have caused bidets to surge in popularity in recent years. Many wellness voices and natural health advocates emphasize that small daily habits can significantly affect our overall health and inflammation levels. Using water instead of friction-based cleaning can be gentler on the body, improve hygiene, and reduce irritation for many people.

Vitamin D is often called the “sunshine vitamin,” but its role in human health goes far beyond simply supporting bone strength. In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast, host Caroline Thompson explores the powerful influence Vitamin D has on the body’s immune system, brain function, hormonal balance, and overall metabolic health. Modern lifestyles have dramatically reduced our natural sunlight exposure, and as a result, Vitamin D deficiency has become one of the most common nutritional imbala...

Turmeric has been used for thousands of years as both food and medicine, long before modern science began studying its effects. In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast, Caroline Thompson explores the rich history of turmeric — from ancient Ayurvedic and traditional medicine systems to its role in daily life across cultures. What once was simply part of the kitchen is now one of the most researched plants in the world, known for its deep golden color and powerful biological activity. At the c...

Water is the foundation of life, yet most people rarely stop to consider the quality of what they’re drinking. In this episode of Chasing Eden, host Caroline Thompson explores the role of distilled water and why it has gained renewed interest in natural health circles. Rather than focusing on trends or extremes, this conversation invites listeners to slow down and understand how clean, pure water interacts with the body’s natural detox and hydration systems.Drawing from insights shared by voices...

Castor oil is one of the oldest healing remedies known to humanity, quietly used for centuries across cultures to support cleansing, circulation, and tissue healing. In this episode of Chasing Eden, host Caroline Thompson explores the fascinating history of castor oil—from ancient Egyptian medicine and early Western natural healing traditions to its continued use in holistic health today. Rather than approaching castor oil as a trend or cure-all, this conversation invites listeners to understand...

Coffee is one of the most beloved beverages in the world — and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Chasing Eden, host Caroline Thompson explores coffee’s fascinating journey from ancient discovery to modern daily ritual, uncovering why it has inspired devotion, debate, and scientific curiosity for centuries.We dive into what today’s leading health voices — including Dr. Axe, Dr. Berg, Dr. Huberman, Dr. Gundry, Dave Asprey, and Gary Brecka — say about coffee’s potential benefits and...

Eating the Way We Were Designed: What Kosher Wisdom Still Teaches Us explores how ancient food practices continue to offer surprisingly relevant insight for modern health. Rather than approaching kosher eating as a religious obligation, this episode reframes it as a system of practical wisdom developed in a world where food safety, digestion, and long-term health were matters of survival. By looking at history, biology, and modern health research together, the episode reveals how ancient culture...

In this episode of Chasing Eden, we explore a powerful truth that Scripture has proclaimed for centuries, and neuroscience is now confirming: the thoughts you repeatedly entertain shape your brain, body, and spiritual life. Far from shallow positivity, this conversation examines disciplined, truth-anchored thinking—how patterns of hope, gratitude, and faith literally rewire neural pathways, influence stress hormones, strengthen immunity, and cultivate emotional resilience. Using insights from le...

In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast: Rediscovering your body’s divine design, host Caroline Thompson explores the role of oxygen in health and why hydrogen peroxide tablets continue to surface as an affordable, accessible wellness tool. Drawing from history, biology, and modern wellness conversations, the episode explains how oxygen supports cellular energy, immune signaling, and overall vitality—and why many people feel priced out of health solutions that should be foundational, not exc...

In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast: Rediscovering your body’s divine design, host Caroline Thompson explores berberine, an ancient plant compound that modern science is now validating for metabolic health. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, berberine is gaining renewed attention for its ability to support healthy blood sugar levels, insulin sensitivity, appetite regulation, and overall metabolic balance.The conversation thoughtfully examines why berberine is being called “Natur...

In this episode of the Chasing Eden Podcast: Rediscovering your body’s divine design, we explore iodine — one of the most essential yet overlooked minerals in modern health. While iodine is commonly associated with the thyroid, this episode reveals that its role extends far beyond a single gland. Iodine is required for proper metabolism, energy production, brain function, hormone balance, immune support, and cellular protection throughout the body. When iodine is missing, the body adapts — often...

Parasites are far more common than most people realize, and they play a surprisingly complex role in gut health, detoxification, and disease. In this episode of Chasing Eden, we explore how parasites thrive in a toxic digestive environment, how herbal cleanses — especially Dr. Hulda Clark’s famous black walnut, wormwood, and clove protocol — can eliminate them, and how fasting starves parasites while supporting autophagy and immune function. With insights from Dr. Axe, Dr. Barbara O’Neill, Gary ...

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Oregano oil has been treasured since ancient Greece and Rome for its powerful healing properties — and today, modern research is finally catching up with tradition. In this episode of Chasing Eden: Rediscovering Your Body’s Divine Design, we dive deep into the history, science, and practical uses of this remarkable natural remedy.Rich in compounds like carvacrol and thymol, oregano oil demonstrates strong antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Studies s...

Raw, unfiltered honey is one of God’s most miraculous natural medicines — and most people have never experienced its full healing potential.In this one-hour episode of Chasing Eden: Rediscovering Your Body’s Divine Design, we explore the powerful world of honey: how bees create it, why it varies dramatically from region to region, the many forms of honey from around the world, and how people have used it for healing for thousands of years.You’ll learn how honey supports the immune system, gut he...

In this episode of Chasing Eden: Natural Health God’s Way, we dive deep into why the lymphatic system truly matters and how you can help it function by using a rebounder (mini trampoline), alongside supportive tools like vibration plates, saunas, massage and movement. We draw on expert voices — Dr. Barbara O’Neill, who calls your rebounder your “lymphatic stimulator”; Gary Brecka, who highlights rebounding + dry brushing for toxin elimination; Dave Asprey, who points to the lymphatic system as e...