Green Living with Tee

Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes is a Household Toxins Health Guru with over 40 years of experience researching how everyday chemicals impact your health. She helps you reduce exposure to toxins in personal care products, cleaning supplies, food, and common household items.On Green Living with Tee, you'll discover practical tips for low-tox living, healthy aging, toxin awareness, and creating a cleaner, healthier home. Each episode features conversations with doctors, scientists, and wellness experts who share actionable strategies to reduce chemical exposure, support long-term health, and improve your quality of life.Live Well. Age Well. Be Well. This is the place for clean living, toxin awareness, and healthy aging for Women 50+.

Green Living with Tee is a health podcast hosted by Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes, with 334 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes hosts Green Living with Tee, a health show with 334 episodes published.

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  Episode #335

  Katie Kirklin: The Missing Pieces of Wellness

  Sep 28, 202644 minS1

  This week, Tee is joined by Katie Kirklin, a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor and Licensed Registered Nurse whose career bridges conventional medicine and root-cause healing. Katie's nursing background took her from a hospital ship in West Africa to a children's hospital in Australia to travel nursing across the U.S., but she felt pulled toward prevention over crisis care. After her own struggles with gut issues, anxiety, and disordered eating, she discovered Functional Nutrition and now helps clients achieve lasting, personalized healing through food as medicine. In this episode, Katie uncovers the missing pieces that often keep people from feeling their best, even when they're doing "all the right things." She shares how her own years of chasing diets and quick fixes led her to Functional Nutrition, an approach built on the idea that healing isn't one-size-fits-all. Tee and Katie discuss what it really means to address root causes instead of just managing symptoms. The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: the hidden, everyday factors that quietly undermine our health. Katie shares how gut health, stress, and food sensitivities often get overlooked by conventional medicine, and offers practical ways to start identifying what your body actually needs. Whether you've felt dismissed by traditional healthcare or are just starting to explore root-cause healing, this episode offers a hopeful, personalized path forward. Connect with Katie: Website LinkedIn Facebook TikTok Instagram Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: The Green Living Gurus Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

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  Episode #334

  Maia James: How to Create a Healthier Home Without Losing Your Mind

  Sep 21, 202653 minS1

  This week, Tee is joined by Maia James, founder and CEO of Gimme the Good Stuff, a trusted consumer resource helping families make healthier, less-toxic choices for their homes. Since launching the site in 2010, Maia has reviewed thousands of products, from baby formula and cookware to mattresses and skincare, and is known for translating complex scientific research into practical shopping advice. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Bloomberg, New York Magazine, and Goop, among others. Maia is passionate about helping families cut unnecessary toxins without creating unnecessary fear. In this episode, Maia tackles how to create a genuinely healthier home without spiraling into anxiety over hidden chemicals and confusing product labels. She shares how she got started reviewing thousands of household products and what she's learned about separating real risk from marketing noise. Tee and Maia discuss how to make smarter swaps without letting the process take over your life. The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: cutting through the overwhelm of hidden household toxins. Maia shares her practical, step-by-step approach to prioritizing which products to swap first, from cookware to skincare, without chasing perfection. Whether you're just starting to rethink what's in your home or looking to fine-tune an already healthy household, this episode makes the process feel manageable instead of overwhelming. Connect with Maia: Website Instagram @gimmethegoodstuf LinkedIn Email: maia@gimmethegoodstuff.org Phone: 717-869-6968 Sign up for Gimme the Good Stuff's free newsletter to get the 55 Swaps Cheat Sheet, weekly Top Two product picks, Q&A roundups, and exclusive product investigations. Use code 10BUCKS for $10 off orders of $100 or more in their marketplace. Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: The Green Living Gurus Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

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  Episode #333

  Dr. Jaquel Patterson: The True Foundation of Wellness — Lifestyle Medicine and Proactive Prevention

  Sep 14, 202638 minS1

  This week, Tee is joined by Dr. Jaquel Patterson, an internationally recognized naturopathic physician, 3x Amazon bestselling author, and Forbes contributor. As CEO of Fairfield Family Health, Dr. Jaquel brings over 16 years of clinical expertise treating Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, ADD/ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and environmental illness. She's been named the top naturopathic physician in Fairfield County for six consecutive years, has been featured in USA Today, Forbes, and on CBS, Fox, and NBC, and serves as Treasurer of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Jaquel unpacks lifestyle medicine and proactive prevention as the true foundation of long-term wellness, rather than chasing symptoms after they appear. She explains how simple, intentional daily habits can help prevent chronic disease and bring the body back into balance. Tee and Dr. Jaquel discuss how these principles apply not just to adults, but to protecting the whole family's health. The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: how modern environmental stressors quietly undermine our health over time. Dr. Jaquel draws on her background in environmental medicine to share how families can build resilience against these everyday exposures through proactive, root-cause care. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or simply want to future-proof your family's health, this episode offers a practical foundation to build from. Connect with Dr. Jaquel: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Phone: (908) 581-8181 Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: The Green Living Gurus Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

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  Episode #332

  Amanda Soukoulis: How to Reclaim Your Energy, Health, and Performance at the Root

  Sep 7, 202644 minS1

  This week, Tee is joined by Amanda Soukoulis, a former elite athlete and private equity CPA turned functional medicine and nutrition practitioner. Amanda works with high performers to resolve root-cause health challenges through her U³ System™ — Uncover, Uproot, Unleash — using precision data and personalized strategies to restore energy, improve gut health, balance hormones, and optimize performance. She's passionate about helping people stop relying on caffeine and quick fixes and instead heal from the inside out. In this episode, Amanda breaks down why so many of us are stuck fighting afternoon fatigue, waking up tired, or running on empty, and why the answer isn't more caffeine but addressing what's happening at the root. She explains how to decode your body's signals and rebuild natural vitality by aligning daily habits with your biology. Tee and Amanda dig into why modern life quietly drains our energy "battery" day after day. The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: cleaning up not just our environment, but our internal ecosystem. Amanda shares sustainable, practical shifts anyone can make today to support gut health, balance hormones, and rebuild lasting energy, no extreme overhaul required. Whether you're running on caffeine and willpower or ready to get to the root of your fatigue, this episode offers a clear path back to feeling like yourself again. Connect with Amanda: Instagram ( Message " lowtox" to Amanda on Instagram to get her free Peptide Playbook) LinkedIn YouTube TikTok Website Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: The Green Living Gurus Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

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  Episode #331

  Abbie Davidson: The Myth of the Toxin-Free Life Without Perfectionism and Burnout

  Aug 31, 202643 minS1

  This week, Tee is joined by Abbie Davidson, founder and editor of The Filtery , where she helps people reduce everyday toxic exposures without fear or overwhelm. Abbie has worked in sustainability and wellbeing for over a decade, a path that deepened after she became severely ill from a moldy air conditioner and was diagnosed with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). She holds a Certificate in Healthier Materials & Sustainable Building from Parsons School of Design and a Building Biology Advocate™ Certification, and is passionate about making safer product swaps accessible and sustainable for the long term. In this episode, Abbie breaks down the exhausting pursuit of a "toxin-free" life and why chasing perfection can backfire, leading to fear, overwhelm, and burnout instead of real health protection. She shares how her own CIRS diagnosis reshaped her relationship with toxic exposures and pushed her toward a more balanced, sustainable approach. Tee and Abbie explore what it actually looks like to protect your health without falling into the perfectionism trap. The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: how to actually reduce toxic exposure without the anxiety spiral. Abbie shares how she researches and recommends safer products in a way that's realistic for the long haul, and points listeners to her free Swaps Spreadsheet, featuring her top 2 brand picks across 100+ product categories. Whether you're just starting to rethink what's under your sink or looking for a sustainable middle ground, this episode offers a refreshing, guilt-free way to think about clean living. Connect with Abbie: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter : Sign up for Abbie's free weekly newsletter! Grab Abbie's free Swaps Spreadsheet , her top 2 product picks across 100+ categories, at thefiltery.com/swaps Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: The Green Living Gurus Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

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