Modern life disconnects us from the very rhythms and principles that allow nature to thrive, leaving us depleted, stressed, and searching for lasting health. We struggle to find vitality despite our best efforts, overwhelmed by confusing health advice and with uncertainty about the true quality of our food and environment. In this episode, we explore how taking lessons from regenerative agricultural practices and aligning with nature’s principles can restore our bodies, build resilience, and protect the environment.

Ric Scalzo is the founder of Gaia Herbs and a leading advocate for regenerative agriculture and holistic health. Over three decades, he grew Gaia into a well-recognized name in natural wellness before selling the company, later establishing an institute for botanical research at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. Now based in Costa Rica, he operates a regenerative organic certified farm and leads Kokora, a product line developed from medicinal plants grown on his land. Scalzo’s work includes advising governments, such as El Salvador, on the national adoption of regenerative organic farming practices.

“We probably have enough nutrition in our soils to provide us and provide our foods for thousands of years.” - Ric Scalzo

In this episode you will learn:

• What it means to live a regenerative life, guided by the operating principles of nature, and how these principles can inform both personal and business decisions.
• Ric's journey from founding Gaia Herbs to creating Kokor` and running a regenerative organic farm in Costa Rica focused on medicinal plants.
• The core philosophical and naturopathic principles Ric integrates into his health practices and leadership approach, including the healing power of nature and practicing prevention.
• Insights into the crucial connection between soil health, nutrient density, and the quality of the foods and supplements we consume.
• The lifestyle routines Ric uses to support healthspan, including movement, flexibility, stress adaptation, and aligning his sleep with natural light cycles.
• The role of social connection, compassionate leadership, and daily rituals in building resilience, reducing stress, and enriching overall wellbeing.

Resources

• Connect with Ric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ricscalzo
• Learn all about Kokora: https://www.instagram.com/kokoralife

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:

https://www.zapods.com

Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:

https://alively.com/

We carry more than we realize: mental, emotional, and even physical baggage weighs us down as we strive for health and fulfillment. We can find ourselves investing energy in habits, routines, or beliefs that no longer serve us, leaving little room for vitality or joy. This isn’t new information, but the challenge is knowing how to let go of what’s unnecessary.

In this episode, learn how simplifying your “backpack” - in everything from nutrition to mindset - can help you move more efficiently toward your goals, making space for what truly matters and energizing every summit you climb.

Saahil Mehta is an entrepreneur, coach, author, and mountaineer known for helping individuals declutter their lives and optimize well-being. After a near-fatal car accident and ongoing health struggles, Saahil overhauled his lifestyle, prioritizing personal health, plant-based nutrition, and functional routines for peak performance. He is recognized for his work with business leaders and his Seven Summits framework, which encourages defining and striving toward holistic life goals. Saahil's practical approach to health and clarity has influenced international teams and audiences, blending lessons from his own business leadership and mountaineering pursuits.

“I'm going to do this because I'm going to make me a priority.” - Saahil Mehta

In this episode you will learn:

• Why Saahil believes identifying and removing “clutter” is key to personal growth, energy, and reaching your goals.
• How a wakeup call about hidden food intolerances and vitamin deficiencies transformed his health, productivity, and outlook on life, and the practical steps he took to recover.
• Saahil’s approach to nutrition as a lifelong plant-based eater, including insights from blood sugar tracking and the importance of lean muscle for healthy aging.
• The daily routines and stress management techniques he uses, from morning movement and meditation to “cup of time” breaks and mindful meal practices.
• Strategies for maintaining physical fitness throughout the day, including “walking pads” in the office, habit stacking, and training for purposeful challenges like mountaineering.
• The significance of defining your personal “seven summits” in life for clarity and fulfillment, and how cultivating strong social connections and clear priorities can keep you energized and at peace.

Resources

• Connect with Saahil on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saahilmehtaofficial/
• Find out all about Saahil’s offerings: https://www.saahilmehta.com/
• Buy Saahil’s book, ‘Break Free: A Guide To Decluttering Your Life’: https://www.amazon.com/Break-Free-Saahil-Mehta/dp/1922456209/ref=sr_1_1

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:

https://www.zapods.com

Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:

https://alively.com/

Many of us over 60 are worried about losing strength, mobility, and independence as we age, and it’s easy to feel that poor health is inevitable after a certain point. There’s a lot of fitness advice out there, which makes it difficult to know what actually works, especially when most programs seem built for younger bodies, not older people with busy lives and changing needs. This episode provides a clear path forward, focused on proven methods that help older people not just survive, but thrive.

Jaime Brenkus is a veteran health educator and fitness professional, best known for pioneering the "8-Minute Abs" program, which brought accessible fitness routines to millions. With over 40 years of experience, Jaime has worked with everyday people, from all walks of life, emphasizing routine, nutrition, and movement over intensity or perfection. He has published several books, including 'If You Want to Live, Move! Putting the Boom Back into Boomers' and 'Age Rewind - Turning Back the Clock! Ageless Energy & Timeless Health'. He’s well known for his ability to take simple, tried-and-true health concepts and package them as consumer-friendly innovations. He has produced hundreds of fitness videos and has made various television appearances.

“If you do nothing at all for the rest of your life, what do you think's going to happen?” - Jaime Brenkus

In this episode you will learn:

• Why the health challenges you face later in life, like loss of independence or chronic illness, often begin with habits established decades earlier, and how small, daily choices shape your healthspan.
• The power of simple, sustainable routines, such as short daily workouts and consistent habits, over fleeting bursts of motivation or extreme exercise regimens.
• How movement and resistance training can combat age-related muscle loss, support metabolism, and promote long-term health - even if you start with just a few minutes a day.
• Practical, realistic nutrition strategies for lasting results, including the “clean, lean, and green” rule, managing protein intake as you age, and focusing on progress over perfection.
• The critical role of sleep and recovery in the aging process, and how fitting movement and wellness practices into real-life schedules can promote better rest and resilience.
• Why mindset, routine, and self-compassion are foundational for health transformation, and how adopting an 80/20 approach can help you make changes that last.

Resources

• Connect with Jaime on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boomercoachjaime/
• Join his private Facebook group, Health and Fitness Over 50 Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/health.and.fitness.over.50.community

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:

https://www.zapods.com

Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:

https://alively.com/