Explore game-changing educational and homeschool ideas. Designed for intentional parents like you.
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Welcome to the Special Needs Kids are People Too! Podcast with Amy Bodkin, EdS. Amy is an Autistic adult who also happens to be a School Psychologist turned Special Needs Consultant and Public Speaker! Amy is an Advocate for seeing every child as a person, not a diagnosis because a special needs kid is just like any other child, just more so! You can find out more about Amy’s advocacy work at AmyBodkin.com.
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Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring. With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to em ...
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Scholé Sisters: Camaraderie for Classical Homeschooling Mamas
Brandy Vencel, Mystie Winckler, and Abby Wahl
Our goal is to cultivate the maximum number of thinking moms we can. This podcast is for classical homeschooling mamas who yearn for something more than just checking boxes and getting it all done. We discuss topics that matter to those of us who believe that educating ourselves through reading widely, thinking deeply, and applying faithfully equips us for the task of educating our children.
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The Homeschool Show by North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) is available weekly via video and podcast. As with everything NCHE does, our goal for the show is to help you homeschool with confidence and joy! Join us each week for information and encouragement through segments such as homeschool news, homeschool conversations (interviews), and tip of the week.
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Motherhood - it doesn't look the same for any of us - but you know what?! All of us are carrying around our own baggage. Whether it's helping your children with autism or anxiety, living with chronic illness, surviving from abuse in all of its forms, or feeling depressed and stuck in our lives - girl, I've got you!Mamas need love too - and this is the place where I want you to know you can let your hair down, take a breath, and just relax in the fact that you are not alone on this journey we ...
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The REAL Kathy Lee is an honest podcast for REAL moms. It’s where we talk about real life… real motherhood. Topics will include helicopter parenting, how to really connect with your children, how to find your joy in motherhood, why every mom needs an “all by herself” vacation, how to refrain from jumping in the car and just driving away, and why saying YES is the most powerful response to a young child’s requests.
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THIS PODCAST IS ABOUT MY BOY WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. COLE HAS A GENETIC DISORDER CALLED SOTOS SYNDROME. WE DEAL WITH A SPEECH IMPEDIMENT, HIS DIAGNOSIS, REFLUX,HYPOTONIA, ANXIETY, ADHD, LARGE VENTRICLES, AND SO MUCH MORE.
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If there's one thing for certain, it's that homeschool journeys are creative, ever-changing, and every single one is different. The other thing I know is this -homeschooling should be fun for kids - AND fun for you. Join me, your host, Julie Soul from Soul Sparklettes Art as we talk about all of the beautiful ways that one can creatively homeschool. I'll share tips and tricks, quick and easy activities, games, books, unit studies, and I'll also have interviews with authors, artists, and curr ...
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a weekly podcast bringing real life stories to inspire and motivate.
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Fragile X Dad & Mom is a podcast about a Dad and a Mom’s journey as they parent their two children who are diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome. Their 9 year old son is also diagnosed with Severe Non Speaking Autism, Epilepsy, and Intellectual disability. This podcast is for all of those special needs parents raising special needs children where we can all come together and share the joys, the struggles and when sh&t gets real. Parenting a special needs child can often feel isolating & can be f ...
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Enjoy interesting and uplifting content with insights and information on small family farming, self-sufficiency preparedness, home remedies, education, homeschooling, and most importantly biblical precepts for life and learning. Family Tree Ministries sponsors this content and is a 501 c(3) non-profit organization opened since 1999 providing educational and inspirational videos and literature focusing on homeschool education, family issues, small farming methods and spiritual growth. Our par ...
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Burn fat, gain energy, and enhance health by changing WHEN you eat, not WHAT you eat! Explore the intermittent fasting (IF) lifestyle, with Melanie Avalon ("What When Wine: Lose Weight And Feel Great With Paleo-Style Meals, Intermittent Fasting, And Wine") and Vanessa Spina ("Keto Essentials: 150 Ketogenic Recipes to Revitalize, Heal, and Shed Weight"). Visit IFpodcast.com for more information!
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Your hosts are Chris and Sandy Colter, the parents of Bryce, who share their autism journey with stories about their nine year old son who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age two. The podcast is designed to connect with families who have been touched by autism and people who want to learn more about their world. You'll learn all about how they deal with day to day challenges and how you might apply it to your own life. It also sheds light on the "Mommy and Daddy" perspectives ...
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Purpose Filled Mommy with Minimarie
Purpose Filled Mommy With Minimarie with Host Minimarie Andrews
Welcome to the Purpose Filled Mommy with Minimarie podcast! I am so excited to connect with you. Living intentional and parenting with purpose is at the heart of what I do. Family wellness is my passion despite the diversity of our families' dynamics. I also believe in Mommy support. I'm a mom of four busy kiddos, a teen, an autistic child, and I'm a teacher. I look forward to connecting with you in transparency and experience. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pu ...
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SS #147: Strong Mothers, Special Needs (with Adelaide Garner!!)
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Our special guest today is Adelaide Garner. Adelaide is wife to Ben, and mother to four little treasures. They are Reformed Evangelical Christians. She was a pastor’s wife for many years, but their family has moved into Ben owning a small business. Adelaide and Ben are second generation homeschoolers and use Charlotte Mason’s principles. They live …
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E131: Learning More About Bryce's Therapies to Create the Most Effective Plans
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In this episode, we talk about a recent visit to Bryce's therapy center to learn more about his speech and occupational therapies. It was very helpful and has sparked some ideas for his upcoming plan updates. We also talk about our recent trip to the Georgia mountains as well as Bryce's recent reading assessment. Lastly, we shared a prayer for Bryc…
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In No Patient Left Behind, our second episode of Season 4: Neurodivergent Healthcare, I am joined by Angela Gehrt. Angela is an Occupational Therapist working on her capstone project for her doctoral work, and the focus of her research is on improving Neurodivergent Healthcare! She had some very interesting statistics to share with us such as: - Au…
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SS #148: De-Institutionalizing School (featuring Heather Olsson!!)
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Our special guest today is Heather Olsson! Heather is wife to Dr. Phil Olsson, mother to seven, and Mimi to 14 grandchildren. She educated her children at home for 20 plus years. The Olsson family moved in 2020 from Green Bay, WI to Moscow, Idaho, where Heather has taught and been a Dean at The Jubilee School. She just began her second year as Head…
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How to Barter in Hyperinflation While Protecting Your Family & Be Forgiven Though Constantly Failing God
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INTRODUCTION Enjoy interesting and uplifting content to help you build a strong home and vibrant personal life with insights and information on small family farming, self-sufficiency preparedness, home remedies, education, homeschooling, and biblical precepts for life and learning. The VIDEO VERSIONS of the Podcasts are on Rumble: https://rumble.co…
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Ep. 38 - Practical Strategies for Homeschooling Outdoors // Rachel Tidd
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Christy-Faith chats with Rachel Tidd, an expert in outdoor learning and homeschooling. They discuss the significance of integrating nature into education and the importance of addressing sensory needs in children. The conversation emphasizes the balance between phonics and language comprehension in reading, practical tips for outdoor learning, and …
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Happy Mothering: Embracing God’s Love and Navigating the Chaos of Your Calling
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Welcome to another episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations! Join host Peggy Ployhar, the Founder and CEO of SPED Homeschool, as she welcomes two incredible guests: Tricia Goyer and Sherri Seligson, MEd, for an inspiring conversation on "Happy Mothering: Embracing God’s Love and Navigating the Chaos of Your Calling." In this episode, Peggy, T…
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#394 - Special Listener Guest: Amy Wrenn, Unexplained Weight Gain, Perimenopause, Biohacking, Functional Medicine, Prescribing GLP-1, And More!
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148 Homeschooling from a Dad’s Perspective, When Homeschooling Begins, Graduate Central
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148 Homeschooling from a Dad’s Perspective, When Homeschooling Begins, Graduate Central Conversations: Michael Wares discusses homeschooling from a dad’s perspective. Homeschool Helps: Amanda answers the question; “When does homeschooling begin?” What’s Happening with NCHE: NCHE day at the Charlotte Hornets, Nutcracker Ballet in Charlotte, Graduate…
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Welcome back to Season 4 of Special Needs Kids Are People Too! This entire season is going to be focused on Healthcare and Neurodivergent Healthcare specifically! There are different ways that we "earn the right to talk" about a particular subject. Sometimes we earn that right by getting a degree in that area of study. Othertimes we read a great de…
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Ep. 37 - Survival Skills: Timber Cleghorn's Journey (from Alone - Season 11) - Part 2 of 2
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Christy-Faith and Timber Cleghorn discuss the challenges of homeschooling, the thrill of hunting, and the mental resilience required in isolation. She discusses the importance of community and family in humanitarian work, emphasizing the need for a growth mindset and the ability to process difficult emotions. The talk about core values in parenting…
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Even Second Generation Homeschoolers Make Mistakes
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Special Replay: Even Second-Generation Homeschoolers Make Mistakes Episode #4 Do second-generation homeschoolers make mistakes? As I travel across the country, I am fortunate to meet some amazing people. Two of those I have met along the way are Mike and Jessica Somerville with Tapestry of Grace. Recently, I met up with Mike and Jessica at the Grea…
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Thankful in Trials: Trusting God’s Work Through Your Family’s Struggles
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In this heartfelt episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar welcomes Sharon Jaynes, international speaker and bestselling author of twenty-six books, including Praying for Your Child from Head to Toe. Sharon, formerly the vice president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and co-host of their radio program, brings her deep well of wi…
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#393 - Breakfast Meals, Hashimoto's & Thyroid Issues, Autoimmune Conditions, Breastfeeding Mothers Who Fast, Oatmeal & Gluten, Optimal Health & Nutrition, And More!
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147 How Do We Pay for Homeschooling? Where Do We Find Community? Meet Diane our Development Director
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Homeschool Conversations: Meet Diane Helfrich, our development director. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda discusses how we pay for homeschooling and whether an expensive curriculum is necessary. What We’ve Seen on the Internet: Amanda & Diane talk about lonely homeschoolers. Where do we find community? Homeschool News: NCHE end of year campaign…
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Ep. 36 - From Fear to Hope: Timber Cleghorn's Journey (from Alone - Season 11) - Part 1 of 2
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Christy-Faith engages in a profound conversation with Timber Cleghorn, a humanitarian aid worker and contestant on the History Channel show Alone (Season 11). They explore Timber's journey from a traumatic childhood filled with fear to finding purpose in humanitarian work. The discussion delves into the challenges of homeschooling, the impact of tr…
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Being Brave-Lessons Learned from Guide Dogs
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What can we learn about bravery and trust from a guide dog? In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, co-host Stephanie Buckwalter sits down with Michael Hingson, New York Times bestselling author of Thunder Dog, to explore the incredible story of his survival on 9/11 and the life-changing lessons guide dogs can teach us. Michael and …
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#392 - Protein Needs, Coffee, Ice Cream, Spermidine, Longevity Supplements, Rapamycin, Telomeres, The Uncanny Valley, And More!
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146 Register for Moms Retreat, Are Virtual Schools for Homeschooling, Outsourcing for Your Homeschool
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Learning on Location: We visit Old Salem and discuss the importance of field trips. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about outsourcing, and whether it is a good idea or not. What We’ve Seen on the Internet: Are virtual schools for homeschooling? What happens when the public school wants your homeschool documentation before your child is s…
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Special Replay: Why NO and MINE are good words for Toddlers
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I often get asked how to deal with NO and MINE in toddler world. I see them both as positive words for this age. Toddlers are realizing that they are indeed human and separate from their parents. Isn’t what we hope all of our children realize! Up until this point someone has made all the decisions for them and they FINALLY have a voice. NO, they do…
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E131: Q&A About our Homeschooling with Bryce
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In this episode, we answer questions about our homeschool process with Bryce and how it affects our relationship with him as well as each other. We also talk about our recent trip to NYC where we celebrated our nephew's wedding AND Bryce's 11th birthday with many skyscraper and elevator tours! We talk more about Bryce's increased sensitivity to "an…
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Ep. 35 - The Important Role of Parents in Educational Success (Part 2 of 2) // Dr. Kathy Koch
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How to STOP Obsessing Over Your Children’s Weakness Christy-Faith and Dr. Kathy Koch explore the importance of understanding children's learning styles, the detrimental effects of perfectionism, and the debate between gentle and authoritarian parenting styles. The conversation emphasizes the need for resilience and character development in children…
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Building Strong Voices, Speech Strategies for Social Skills, Self-Regulation and Learning Success
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In this enlightening episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, Peggy Ployhar sits down with Kristy Anderson, an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 20 years of experience. Together, they dive deep into effective speech strategies that can help homeschool parents support their children in building stronger communication skills…
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#391 - Special Guest Masey Hammons, The Fasting Evolution Journey, Balanced Diets, Fasting On The Road, Biohacking, Protein Sparing Modified Fasts, Mounjaro, And More!
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145 Special Episode - Homeschooling Through Trauma
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In this Episode, as we pray for those affected by hurricane Helene, Amanda & Melanie discuss homeschooling through trauma. Our Executive Director Matthew McDill discusses how NCHE can help those affected by the hurricane. nche.com/relief (this website will be available 10/16/2024) hslda.org/explore/applying-for-a-curriculum-grant…
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SS #146: Education — Training Religious Habits
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Today’s episode is the fourth and final in our series exploring Charlotte Mason‘s chapters on habits from her book School Education and so Mystie, Abby, and Brandy discuss one of the most off-limits topics: religion. You’re going to love this conversation! *** The live kickoff for our newest Scholé Sisters Mentorship will take place on Friday, Octo…
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Special Replay: Creating Inviting Spaces in Your Homeschool with Your Little Ones
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Special Replay | Creating Inviting Spaces for Your Homeschool for your Little Ones When my sweet friend, Misty sent me a Marco Polo (a cool video app) asking my opinion on her child’s playroom, I thought it would be a good idea to share my thoughts with all of you on creating inviting spaces for your little ones! Everyone is worthy of feeling as if…
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Ep. 34 - The Important Role of Parents in Educational Success (Part 1 of 2) // Dr. Kathy Koch
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Christy-Faith and Dr. Kathy Koch delve into the importance of recognizing and embracing different learning styles in children. They discuss the concept of 'Eight Great Smarts' and how understanding these can transform the educational experience for both parents and children. The discussion emphasizes the significance of homeschooling as a means to …
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Passion-Led Learning-Empowering Homeschool Success through Coaching
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In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder and CEO, is joined by Uzma Akser—homeschool mom, Executive & Leadership Coach (ACC), Certified Autism Specialist, and Neuroinclusion Advocate. Uzma shares her unique coaching strategies that empower homeschool success by turning children's passions i…
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#390 - Fasting For Athletic Performance, Ketosis, Overeating, Food Choice, Improving Satiety, Crash Dieting, Homeschooling, Preschool, And More!
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144 When You Feel Like Giving Up, Teaching Young Children, Mom’s Retreat
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What We’ve Seen on the Internet: Amanda & Melanie discuss what to do when you feel like giving up. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about homeschooling young children. Homeschool News: Moms retreat info, Kaleideum field trip.
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Episode #8 The Powerful Message of Colossians during disasters, Medicinal Plants Resource and Preserving Fresh Food Naturally
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The Sisterhood of Motherhood Podcast is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Enjoy interesting and uplifting content to help you build a strong home and vibrant personal life with insights and information on small family farming, self…
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Ep. 33 - The Powerful Embrace of Womanhood & Motherhood // Jennifer Strickland
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Christy-Faith chats with Jennifer Strickland, a TEDx speaker and author, about the complexities of womanhood in the context of modern feminism. They explore the impact of cultural narratives on women's self-image, the importance of motherhood, and the need for women to reclaim their identities and voices in a society that often undermines them. Bec…
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Thinking Beyond the Book: Creative Strategies for Language-Based Learning Challenges
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In this insightful episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar, Founder & CEO of SPED Homeschool, sits down with Marianne Sunderland, a seasoned homeschool mom and creator of Homeschooling with Dyslexia. Marianne, a mother of eight children—seven of whom are dyslexic—has years of firsthand experience navigating the challenges…
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#389 - Caloric Restriction Vs. Fasting, Triggering Protein Muscle Synthesis, HDAC Inhibition, Autophagy, mTor, Food Cravings, Avocados, And More!
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Visit ifpodcast.com/episode389 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! Impact of Intermittent Fasting and/or Caloric Restriction on Aging-Related Outcomes in Adults: A Scoping Review of Randomized Controlled Trials Listener Q&A: Rebeca - Avocados, avocados, avocados Listener Q&A: Shari - If I want more muscle de…
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