# How Matcha and Japanese Rituals Can Transform Your Health with Candice Kumai

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Podcast: [Stronger with Don Saladino](https://stenobird.com/podcast/stronger-with-don-saladino-7370567)
Published: 2026-04-28T01:00:00+00:00
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Host Don Saladino is joined by chef and wellness expert Candice Kumai. Candice shares her journey from being the youngest female contestant on Top Chef to becoming a leading voice in the wellness industry. From the longevity secrets of Japanese culture to the discipline of professional cooking, this episode is a masterclass in resilience and finding beauty in the "golden repair" of our own lives. Candice shares her journey growing up between cultures, navigating the pressures of the wellness industry, and ultimately finding balance through simplicity, discipline, and connection. They also discuss Candice’s Japanese-Polish heritage and how the Japanese philosophy of Kintsugi has guided her through multiple career reinventions and personal challenges. Candice and Don discuss the importance of mental health, overcoming burnout, and the power of returning to simplicity in a crowded wellness space. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger Crisp Power: Protein Pretzels that pack up to 28 grams of protein per 1.75 oz bag. Go to crisppower.com and use code STRONGER for 10% off at checkout. ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subsc…

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