Kris Padier

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Books, Podcasts & Rabbit Holes

Things I’ve read, watched, listened to, researched, and occasionally lost three hours of my life exploring.

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Brain Maker: The Gut-Brain Connection

BooksGut Health • Brain Health • Microbiome

Brain Maker: The Gut-Brain Connection

David Perlmutter, MD

This book explores the relationship between the gut microbiome, inflammation, and brain health. It sent me straight down another research rabbit hole on how much the gut may influence the rest of the body.

My take

This is one of those books that completely changed the way I think about the gut. I went into it curious about digestion and came out with a whole new list of questions about inflammation, the microbiome, and the brain.

Listen on Audible
Psyllium Husk: The Fiber Rabbit Hole I Had to Try

WellnessFiber • Gut Health • Weight Management

Psyllium Husk: The Fiber Rabbit Hole I Had to Try

Dr. Livingood

I came across this video while researching simple wellness habits and ended up going straight down the psyllium husk rabbit hole. It talks about how psyllium fiber may support fullness, digestion, and weight-management habits, plus different ways people are using it.

My take

This one caught my attention because it was simple, inexpensive, and something I could actually try for myself. So of course I did. 😂 I even made a video drinking it. I’m still learning about it, but I liked this explanation enough to save it and share it here.

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Everything worth sharing

Fix Your Gut with ONE Microbe: The L. reuteri Rabbit Hole

YouTube & InterviewsGut Health • L. Reuteri • Microbiome

Fix Your Gut with ONE Microbe: The L. reuteri Rabbit Hole

Dr. Eric Berg DC

A deep dive into L. reuteri, a gut microbe that’s been getting a lot of attention in conversations around the microbiome, digestion, and overall wellness.

My take

This video is what sent me straight down the L. reuteri rabbit hole. I was already fascinated by gut health, but this made me want to learn more about this specific strain and why so many people are talking about it.

Why I recommend it

It’s an interesting starting point if you’re curious about the microbiome and want to understand why L. reuteri keeps showing up in gut-health conversations. I’d use it as a jumping-off point for more research, not as medical advice.

Watch on YouTube
Peteast Foldable Dog Pool: A Backyard Favorite

Rabbit HolesPets • Backyard • Summer Fun

Peteast Foldable Dog Pool: A Backyard Favorite

Peteast

A large foldable hard-plastic dog pool that works for backyard cool-downs, baths, and hot South Texas days.

My take

This is one of those things that makes life with dogs easier and way more fun. It folds up when we are done, but it is big enough to give the dogs a real place to splash around and cool off.

Why I recommend it

If you have big dogs, hot summers, or just want an easy backyard setup without committing to a permanent pool, this is a practical little win.

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Grain Brain: Wheat, Carbs, Sugar & Brain Health

BooksBrain Health • Nutrition • Wellness

Grain Brain: Wheat, Carbs, Sugar & Brain Health

David Perlmutter, MD

David Perlmutter explores the relationship between diet, inflammation, and brain health, with a strong focus on wheat, carbohydrates, and sugar.

Why I recommend it

A thought-provoking starting point if you’re curious about how nutrition may affect brain health. I treat books like this as a jumping-off point for more research, not as medical advice.

Listen on Audible
Natural Loofah Sponge: A Shower Staple I Actually Use

WellnessBody Care • Exfoliation • Plastic-Free

Natural Loofah Sponge: A Shower Staple I Actually Use

ReedChaCha

A simple natural loofah option I use for body exfoliation in the shower. I like that it gives me that scrubby clean feeling without adding another plastic bath pouf to the routine.

My take

This is one of those boring little products that earns its keep. I use it, I repurchased it, and that is pretty much my highest compliment for an everyday bathroom item. 😂

Why I recommend it

If you like a more traditional exfoliating sponge and want a plastic-free option, this is an easy little swap to try. Just let it dry completely between uses and replace it when it starts looking tired.

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Wheat Belly: The Wheat-Free Rabbit Hole

BooksNutrition • Wheat • Metabolic Health

Wheat Belly: The Wheat-Free Rabbit Hole

William Davis, MD

A provocative look at modern wheat and its possible relationship to weight, metabolism, and overall health, with a wheat-free approach to eating.

My take

This one definitely made me stop and think about how much wheat sneaks into everyday eating. I do not take every claim in a health book as gospel, but I love a book that gives me something new to question and research.

Why I recommend it

If you are curious about the conversation around wheat, gluten, weight, and metabolic health, this is an interesting book to explore. I would treat it as a starting point for your own research, not a substitute for medical advice.

Listen on Audible
Davids Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste: A Fluoride-Free Find

WellnessOral Care • Fluoride-Free • Hydroxyapatite

Davids Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste: A Fluoride-Free Find

Davids

A fluoride-free hydroxyapatite toothpaste I use and wanted to save here because it fits the kind of everyday wellness products I actually reach for.

My take

I like sharing things I really use, not just things that look good online. This is one of those simple swaps I made because I wanted a fluoride-free toothpaste, and I have been using this one myself.

Why I recommend it

I recommend it because it is something I personally use and repurchase. If you are looking for a fluoride-free toothpaste option, this is one worth comparing with what you already use.

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Brain Maker: The Gut-Brain Connection

BooksGut Health • Brain Health • Microbiome

Brain Maker: The Gut-Brain Connection

David Perlmutter, MD

This book explores the relationship between the gut microbiome, inflammation, and brain health. It sent me straight down another research rabbit hole on how much the gut may influence the rest of the body.

My take

This is one of those books that completely changed the way I think about the gut. I went into it curious about digestion and came out with a whole new list of questions about inflammation, the microbiome, and the brain.

Why I recommend it

If you’re curious about the gut-brain connection and want a deeper dive into the ideas behind it, this is an interesting place to start. I don’t take every health claim as gospel, but I love a book that makes me want to research more.

Listen on Audible
Coolinario L. Reuteri Yogurt Starter: The One I Use

WellnessProbiotics • Gut Health • Yogurt Making

Coolinario L. Reuteri Yogurt Starter: The One I Use

Coolinario

A probiotic yogurt starter made with Lactobacillus reuteri for making cultured yogurt at home.

My take

This is the starter I use when I make L. reuteri yogurt at home. I like having one specific product to reach for instead of trying to piece together cultures from different places.

Why I recommend it

If you are curious about making L. reuteri yogurt yourself, this is the exact starter I use. I am sharing the product, not making a medical claim about what it can do for you.

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Ultimate Organic Inulin Powder: The Prebiotic Fiber I Use

WellnessPrebiotic Fiber • Gut Health • Everyday Wellness

Ultimate Organic Inulin Powder: The Prebiotic Fiber I Use

Ultimate

An organic inulin prebiotic fiber powder made from chicory root that can be mixed into coffee, tea, smoothies, yogurt, and other foods.

My take

This is another simple fiber product I keep in the rotation. I like that it disappears easily into things I already drink or eat, which makes it much easier to actually use consistently.

Why I recommend it

If you’re curious about prebiotic fiber and want to see the exact inulin powder I use, this is the one. I think of it as another practical little tool in the gut-health rabbit hole, not a magic fix.

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Organic India Psyllium Husk Powder: The One I Use

WellnessFiber • Gut Health • Everyday Wellness

Organic India Psyllium Husk Powder: The One I Use

Organic India

An organic psyllium husk powder with prebiotic and probiotic fiber that I keep in my own wellness routine.

My take

This is the psyllium husk I actually use. I like that it is simple, unflavored, and easy to work into my routine when I want a little extra fiber.

Why I recommend it

If you are curious about psyllium husk and want to see the exact product I use, this is the one I reach for. As always, it is part of my personal routine, not medical advice.

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Gut Check: The Microbiome Rabbit Hole

BooksGut Health • Microbiome • Wellness

Gut Check: The Microbiome Rabbit Hole

Steven R. Gundry, MD

A deep dive into the microbiome and the many ways gut health may connect with physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

My take

This one pulled me right back into the gut-health rabbit hole. I’m fascinated by how much we’re still learning about the microbiome and how it may influence far more than digestion.

Why I recommend it

I recommend it if you’re curious about gut health and want another perspective to explore. I’d treat the book as a starting point for questions and further research, not as a substitute for medical advice.

Listen on Audible
15.6" Digital Family Calendar: Our Busy-Life Command Center

Rabbit HolesHome Organization • Family Planning • Productivity

15.6" Digital Family Calendar: Our Busy-Life Command Center

OWNCOZY

A wall-mounted digital family calendar and command center for shared schedules, chores, to-dos, and photos, with no required subscription.

My take

This is the kind of thing I love because it helps take all the moving pieces of a busy life and put them in one place. Schedules, chores, lists, family plans... less mental clutter, more “where are we supposed to be again?” solved. 😂

Why I recommend it

I recommend it for busy households that want one central spot everyone can actually see. It is less about having another gadget and more about making everyday life run a little smoother.

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Snap Supplements Prostate Health: A Men's Wellness Pick

WellnessMen's Health • Prostate Support • Everyday Wellness

Snap Supplements Prostate Health: A Men's Wellness Pick

Snap Supplements

A prostate-health supplement for men that combines ingredients commonly used in men's wellness formulas, including saw palmetto, stinging nettle and beta-sitosterol.

My take

This one is going into the products-we-use side of the rabbit hole. I like keeping the exact products we actually buy in one place so there's no guessing later.

Why I recommend it

If you're looking into men's prostate-health supplements, this is the exact product I wanted to save here. As with any supplement, it's worth checking the ingredient list and talking with your doctor or pharmacist if you take medications or have health conditions.

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Dr. Melaxin Calcium Volume Under Eye Patches: A Skincare Find

WellnessSkincare • Under-Eye Care • Korean Beauty

Dr. Melaxin Calcium Volume Under Eye Patches: A Skincare Find

Dr. Melaxin

Hydrogel under-eye patches marketed for puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and a firmer-looking under-eye area.

My take

I like these because they’re an easy little add-on when my under-eye area looks tired and I want something cooling and low-effort. They feel like a mini spa moment without turning my bathroom into a 12-step laboratory. 😂

Why I recommend it

If you like simple skincare extras and want to try an under-eye patch, this is one of the ones I keep in my rotation. I’d treat it as a cosmetic pick, not a miracle fix.

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Snap Nitric Oxide Booster: A Men's & Women's Wellness Pick

WellnessCirculation • Pre-Workout • Everyday Wellness

Snap Nitric Oxide Booster: A Men's & Women's Wellness Pick

Snap Supplements

A caffeine-free nitric oxide supplement featuring L-citrulline and multiple forms of L-arginine, marketed for circulation, stamina and workout support.

My take

This is one of the supplements we keep in the mix when we're looking at simple ways to support everyday wellness and staying active. I like keeping the exact products we use all in one place so I don't have to hunt for them again.

Why I recommend it

I'm sharing the exact product rather than making big promises about what it will do. If you're researching nitric oxide, circulation or pre-workout support, this gives you the same one we use as a starting point for your own research.

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Dr. Berg Magnesium Glycinate: The One I Use

WellnessMagnesium • Sleep Support • Muscle & Nerve Support

Dr. Berg Magnesium Glycinate: The One I Use

Dr. Berg

A magnesium glycinate supplement with added vitamin D3, B6, and zinc that I use as part of my everyday wellness routine.

My take

This is the magnesium glycinate I actually use, and I like keeping the exact products I use all in one place so I do not have to go hunting for them later.

Why I recommend it

If you are comparing magnesium glycinate options, this is the one I personally buy. I am sharing it as part of my real-life routine, not as medical advice or a promise that it will work the same way for everyone.

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Dr. Berg Zinc 30 mg: The One I Keep in Rotation

WellnessZinc • Everyday Wellness • Supplements

Dr. Berg Zinc 30 mg: The One I Keep in Rotation

Dr. Berg Nutritionals

A zinc supplement with added vitamin D3, magnesium, and selenium that I keep in my everyday wellness lineup.

My take

This is one I’ve bought more than once, which tells you it made it past the try-it-once stage and into my regular rotation. I like keeping my supplement routine simple, and this is one of the products I actually use.

Why I recommend it

If you’re comparing zinc supplements and want to see the exact one I use, this is it. I’m sharing my personal pick, not making a medical claim about what it should do for everyone.

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Yogurt Maker with Timer & Temperature Control: The One I Use

Rabbit HolesKitchen • Yogurt Making • Everyday Wellness

Yogurt Maker with Timer & Temperature Control: The One I Use

Kaaeiccr

A compact yogurt maker with adjustable time and temperature controls for making homemade yogurt and probiotic-style recipes at home.

My take

This is the kind of little kitchen helper I love because it takes something that sounds complicated and makes it much more doable. I use it for homemade yogurt experiments without turning the kitchen into a science lab. 😂

Why I recommend it

If you want an easy way to control time and temperature when making yogurt at home, this is a practical place to start. I like tools that make healthy-ish routines easier to actually stick with.

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20 oz Ribbed Glass Iced Coffee Cups: My Morning Coffee Upgrade

Rabbit HolesIced Coffee • Kitchen • Everyday Favorites

20 oz Ribbed Glass Iced Coffee Cups: My Morning Coffee Upgrade

GOSCHE

A set of reusable 20 oz ribbed glass tumblers with lids, glass straws, and cleaning brushes that work perfectly for iced coffee, tea, smoothies, and everyday drinks.

My take

These are exactly my kind of cups because iced coffee is basically a personality trait around here. 😂 I like that they feel a little prettier than a basic tumbler but are still practical enough for everyday use.

Why I recommend it

If you love your iced coffee ritual too, these are an easy little upgrade. I like that they come as a set, include lids and straws, and make even a normal morning coffee feel a little more put together.

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hello Clean + Fresh Aluminum-Free Deodorant: The One I Keep Rebuying

WellnessPersonal Care • Aluminum-Free • Everyday Essentials

hello Clean + Fresh Aluminum-Free Deodorant: The One I Keep Rebuying

hello

An aluminum-free deodorant option from hello that I keep coming back to for everyday use.

My take

This one has officially earned repeat-buy status. I’ve purchased it over and over, and for an everyday product like deodorant, that says a lot. I like keeping simple personal-care products around that I actually use consistently instead of constantly chasing the next thing.

Why I recommend it

I recommend it because it’s one of those practical everyday products that has made it into our regular rotation. If you’re looking for an aluminum-free deodorant option, this is the exact one I keep buying.

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NOW BioCell Collagen Type II: The One I Keep Buying

WellnessCollagen • Joint Support • Skin Support

NOW BioCell Collagen Type II: The One I Keep Buying

NOW Supplements

A hydrolyzed Type II collagen supplement with BioCell Collagen that I keep in my own routine.

My take

This one has officially earned repeat-purchase status for me. I’ve bought it multiple times, which tells you more than any shiny product description ever could. 😂 It’s one of the supplements I actually keep around and reorder.

Why I recommend it

I recommend it because it’s something I genuinely use and repurchase. If you’re curious about collagen supplements, joint support, or skin-support products, this is the exact one I buy. As always, I treat supplements as part of a bigger wellness picture, not a magic fix.

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Psyllium Husk: The Fiber Rabbit Hole I Had to Try

WellnessFiber • Gut Health • Weight Management

Psyllium Husk: The Fiber Rabbit Hole I Had to Try

Dr. Livingood

I came across this video while researching simple wellness habits and ended up going straight down the psyllium husk rabbit hole. It talks about how psyllium fiber may support fullness, digestion, and weight-management habits, plus different ways people are using it.

My take

This one caught my attention because it was simple, inexpensive, and something I could actually try for myself. So of course I did. 😂 I even made a video drinking it. I’m still learning about it, but I liked this explanation enough to save it and share it here.

Why I recommend it

Not because I think psyllium husk is some magic weight-loss trick, but because it made me curious enough to do more research. If you’re interested in fiber, digestion, feeling fuller, or just the little everyday things that may support better habits, this is an interesting place to start.

Hand-picked

Kris Recommends

The few I keep coming back to and mentioning in conversation.

  • Rabbit HolesPets • Backyard • Summer Fun

    Peteast Foldable Dog Pool: A Backyard Favorite

    Peteast

    If you have big dogs, hot summers, or just want an easy backyard setup without committing to a permanent pool, this is a practical little win.

    Shop on Amazon

  • WellnessBody Care • Exfoliation • Plastic-Free

    Natural Loofah Sponge: A Shower Staple I Actually Use

    ReedChaCha

    If you like a more traditional exfoliating sponge and want a plastic-free option, this is an easy little swap to try. Just let it dry completely between uses and replace it when it starts looking tired.

    Shop on Amazon

  • WellnessOral Care • Fluoride-Free • Hydroxyapatite

    Davids Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste: A Fluoride-Free Find

    Davids

    I recommend it because it is something I personally use and repurchase. If you are looking for a fluoride-free toothpaste option, this is one worth comparing with what you already use.

    Shop on Amazon

  • WellnessProbiotics • Gut Health • Yogurt Making

    Coolinario L. Reuteri Yogurt Starter: The One I Use

    Coolinario

    If you are curious about making L. reuteri yogurt yourself, this is the exact starter I use. I am sharing the product, not making a medical claim about what it can do for you.

    Shop on Amazon

Always learning

This list keeps growing

I’m always reading something, half-watching something else, and following a question further than I meant to. When something is genuinely worth passing along, it lands here.

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