Becoming Natural
Becoming Natural is your faith-filled refuge for healing—from the inside out. Hosted by Penny, an occupational therapist, former pharmaceutical rep, Integrative Health Practitioner, and Crohn’s warrior, this podcast is for women seeking clarity, calm, and Christ-centered wholeness. Whether you’re battling chronic stress, hormone imbalance, fatigue, inflammation, or simply the pressure to "do it all," you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Each episode blends science-backed health tips, gentle natural remedies, Biblical wisdom, and honest storytelling to help you simplify your wellness, reclaim your rhythm, and reconnect with the God-designed power of nature and light. We explore: 🧠 Practical tools for restoring your nervous system ☀️ Ancient remedies like sunlight, vinegar, breath, and stillness 🙏🏻 Christ-centered mindset shifts that renew your heart and body 🧺 Simplifying home, diet, and self-care to fit real life ❤️🩹 Hope for the healing journey—without shame or hustle 🪴You’ll hear research, reflections, and real-life stories with warmth, humility, and grace. This isn’t another podcast that shouts “do more.” It’s a permission slip to do less—and become more rooted in who you truly are. Because the more we return to the natural design, the more we discover healing is already within reach. 💛 Whether you're curled up with tea, driving carpool, or walking in the morning light—join Penny each week for encouragement, education, and sacred reminders that your healing matters. Come as you are, friend. Let’s walk this healing path together—one breath, one sunrise, one episode at a time. Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
Episodes
🎙 [51 ] | [Glow Naturally: Ditch Soap for a Powerful Herbal Skin Ritual ]
In this short but power-packed episode, I’m showing you how to glow naturally—without soap, without toxins, and without all the harsh ingredients hiding in even the “clean” skincare aisle.
We’re diving into herbal powder pastes—ancient botanical blends like neem, tulsi, turmeric, rose, and chamomile that have been used for centuries to cleanse, nourish, and he...
🎙 [50 ] | [Clay Cleansing for Radiant Skin: The Amazing Qualities of Dirt that Heals ]
In this gritty (and glorious) episode of the Soap-Free Skin Series, I’m getting my hands a little dirty—in the best way possible. We’re talking about clay cleansing and herbal powder pastes, and why I swapped out my foaming face wash for something ancient, earthy, and God-designed.
If you're tired of stripping your skin with synthetic surfactants ...
🎙 [49 ] | [Raw Honey That Heals: A Bold, Soap-Free Ritual for Radiant Skin ]
Sweet friend, you’re about to fall in love with something sticky. In this mini pod, we’re breaking down the incredible healing power of **raw honey** as a cleanser. It hydrates, soothes, balances pH, and even fights acne—without stripping your skin’s natural barrier.
We talk about:
* Why honey makes your face feel warm 🔥
* The antibacterial science behind ra...
🎙 [48 ] | [Oil Cleansing That Heals – A Bold, Soap-Free Ritual for Radiant Skin ]
Hey sweet friend 💛 This is the very first episode in the *Soap-Free Skin Series*—and we’re starting strong with oil cleansing! If your skincare routine feels more like a chemical lab experiment than something soul-nourishing, this episode is for you.
We talk about:
* What oil cleansing is (and what it isn’t)
* The *exact* oils to use based on your skin ...
🎙 [47 ] | [Soap-Free Skincare: Affordable Natural Options That Can Actually Work ]
- Soap-free skincare isn’t just a crunchy fad—it’s a powerful way to protect your body’s natural oils and avoid harmful ingredients like sulfates, parabens, and fragrances. In this episode, I walk you through the surprising history of soap, what happens when we strip our natural oils, and the science-backed risks of common ingredients. You’ll also ...
🎙 [46 ] | [Toxic Skincare Warning: How to Ditch Lotion for Dry Skin and Glow Naturally ]
Oil Cleansing Changed My Skin and My Soul
Ever feel like your face wash is doing more harm than good? In this first episode of the Soap-Free Skin Mini Series, I’m sharing how ditching harsh soaps and switching to oil cleansing transformed not just my skin—but my whole skincare mindset.
We’ll talk about why commercial cleansers strip your ski...
🎙 [45 ] | [Devastating Tetracycline Side Effects That Shattered My Gut & Gums Years Later ]
Have you ever looked back at something seemingly small — a prescription, a choice, a doctor’s advice — and realized it changed the entire course of your health? 💭 That’s the story I’m sharing today.
This episode is a raw, honest look at how one antibiotic — Tetracycline — taken as a teen for mild skin breakouts, turned into a decades-long he...
🎙 [44 ] | [Replay 01 | Becoming Natural Heal From Chronic Illness with Plants ]
Welcome to a special re-air of Episode One of *Becoming Natural*! 🎙️ In this foundational episode, I share the honest, unfiltered journey that started it all—from chronic illness and emotional overwhelm to embracing clean living as a lifestyle of healing and faith 🌿❤️. With three boys, two pups, and one determined mama, I open up about how God met me ...
🎙 [43 ] | [Witch Hazel for Skin: Soothing Secrets from the Old Days ]
In this episode, Penny walks us through the gentle power and rich history of witch hazel for skin:
- 🌿 Roots in creation: Why Native American wisdom and colonial pharmacy both called on this shrub
- 🔬 Botanical brilliance: How tannins, flavonoids, and adaptable extracts soothe, protect, and tone
- 🧴 Which type for what: Choosing b...
Ever laughed at your husband for putting vinegar in everything—only to realize he might’ve been onto something? 🙋♀️ In this episode, Penny takes us on a raw and real journey from “no way” to “never without it” when it comes to vinegar. This isn’t just about clean windows or fluffy towels. It’s about reclaiming simple, natural, God-designed remedies that have stood the test of time. 🧺🍎✨
We explore the surprising history, hea...
If you've been wrestling with bloating, brain fog, weird cravings, or gut pain that no one seems to explain, this episode might blow your socks off 🧦. This is the most popular episode thus far and a great replay if you are having guy issues. Don't forget there is a PART 2:
In this episo...
☀️ Episode Summary:
In this episode of Becoming Natural, we explore one of the most ancient and accessible healing tools available: sunlight. Once revered by civilizations across the globe, the sun has become something we fear and block. But is that fear costing us vitality, balance, and even faith? We trace the historical, biological, and spiritual relationship we’ve had with sunlight—from heliotherapy to vitamin D p...
The Important Hidden Dangers of Looming Antibacterial Overload
Are we over-sanitizing ourselves sick? In today’s Becoming Natural episode, I’m sharing the real risks behind our culture’s obsession with “antibacterial everything”—and how it might be doing more harm than good. We’ll unpack the history of triclosan, hormone disruption, antibiotic resistance, and why dirt might just be your best medicine. I’ll walk you through smart...
5 Important Reasons Why Most Probiotics Don’t Work
If you’ve been popping probiotic pills and still feeling bloated, foggy, or off—this episode is your “aha” moment. We’re unpacking the probiotic myths that keep women confused and constipated (literally). From CFUs and strains to fermented foods and soil-based organisms, I’ll help you figure out what your gut actually needs. 🦠
🔍 Science Note: Most probiotic strains do...
Digestive Enzymes: Powerful Natural Solutions for Bloating & Gas You'll Love
Ever feel bloated after a healthy meal? I’ve been there. In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most overlooked (and life-changing!) tools for gut health: digestive enzymes. I’ll share what they do, how to tell if your body is running low, and why they can make all the difference when clean eating still leaves you feeling “off.”
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36 | Amazing Healing Beyond the Pill Bottle: My Journey to Natural Recovery
I spent years popping pills like clockwork — thinking it was the only way to survive. But it wasn’t healing… it was barely coping.
In this episode, I open up about what it looked like to live stuck in the cycle of prescriptions — and what finally helped me break free. It wasn’t overnight. It wasn’t easy. And it wasn’t without grief.
But it led me to somethi...
35 | How I Found Strength Through Faith When I Wasn't Strong At All
Have you ever felt completely drained and helpless, wondering where you’d find the strength to keep going? I have. In this episode, I open up about one of the scariest moments of my life — when I was in the hospital fighting a severe infection that left me weaker than ever. I share how, in the midst of that pain and fear, I experienced a surprising "God wink." It ca...
🎙️ Episode 34 | Valuable Sunscreen Safety to Protect & Support Your Health for Life
Ever wondered if sunscreen is really protecting you—or if it could be causing harm instead? In this episode, I unpack the shocking truth about sunscreen safety, from ancient sun rituals to modern SPF science. You’ll hear my personal journey from tanning with iodine (yep!) to questioning the long list of chemical ingredients we spray on our bodie...
The Shocking Link Seen Between Sleep Loss and Your Health
Are you skipping sleep to get more done... only to feel more drained? 😩 In this episode of Becoming Natural, we’re diving deep into what really happens when we don’t get enough rest. Chronic sleep loss is more than just a nuisance—it’s a hidden trigger for heart disease ❤️, weight gain 🍭, mood disorders 😟, inflammation 🔥, and even autoimmune flares. I’ll break down the sc...
Incredible Castor Oil Health Benefits
Today we’re talking all about one of the most underrated healing tools out there: castor oil!
We’ll cover what castor oil does inside your body, how it can support detox, lymphatic drainage, gut health, and more. Plus, I’ll give you the inside scoop on how to choose a high-quality castor oil that’s truly safe and effective.
If you’ve ever wondered how to make a castor oil pack ...
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