How to Choose Seafood and Avoid the Rare Ciguatera Poisoning I Contracted

How to Choose Seafood and Avoid the Rare Ciguatera Poisoning I Contracted

Author: Amy Connell: Women's Health & Fitness June 17, 2025 Duration: 27:00
Click to Text Thoughts on Today's Episode In this toxic fish tale episode, I share my personal experience with ciguatera poisoning - a rare form of food poisoning that landed me on the bathroom floor of a Bahamas resort and changed how I think about seafood forever. While this isn't our typical "age with grace and strength" content, it's an important story about advocacy, awareness, and making informed choices about the fish we eat. What Happened During a 2019 family vacation in the Bahamas,...

For Christian women navigating the seasons of perimenopause and menopause, Graced Health: Perimenopause and Menopause Wellness for Christian Women offers a refreshingly different conversation about health. Hosted by Amy Connell, a specialist in women's health and fitness, this podcast moves beyond the overwhelming noise and pressure of typical wellness culture. Instead, it provides a grounded space where faith and practical wellbeing intersect. You'll hear honest discussions about the physical and emotional shifts during this time, paired with actionable advice on sustainable strength training, nourishing nutrition, and cultivating a peaceful body image. Every topic is approached with a grace-filled perspective, deliberately free from diet culture's shame and comparison. The guidance here is rooted in the belief that caring for your body is a spiritual practice, aiming for a sense of capability and strength that comes from a place of faith and self-compassion. Tuning into this podcast feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands the unique journey of a Christ-centered woman seeking wellness that honors both her body and her beliefs. It’s about building resilience from the inside out, finding practical tools for daily life, and fostering a deep, lasting sense of peace during a transformative chapter.
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