Best Olivia Amitrano Podcasts (2024)

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Real Food for Gestational Diabetes with Aviva Romm and Lily Nichols 55:39

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I remember when I first started practicing as a midwife—way back in the '80s—there was barely a whisper about how nutrition could impact pregnancy. I taught my first prenatal nutrition class in 1990, and the hunger for information was almost palpable. It’s amazing to me that, fast forward to today, we’re still facing a gap in understanding just how…

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This is So Awkward: Supporting Teens through the ‘New Puberty’ 1:10:30

19d ago1:10:30

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Of all the stages in life, most women tell me they’d least want to revisit—it's puberty. If you're reading this, you survived it too. And while you likely have some fond memories, you also remember the awkward body changes, the anxiety of getting your mom to buy pads or tampons to avoid the dreaded checkout counter, the stress around your emerging—…

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At Least You Have a Healthy Baby: The Hidden Epidemic of Birth Trauma in the US 30:34

23d ago30:34

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Despite advancements in medical technology and a growing awareness of maternal health, the emotional and psychological experiences of birthing mothers in the US often go unnoticed. In this eye-opening episode, Aviva Romm, an experienced midwife and MD, delves into a topic that is often overlooked and misunderstood—birth trauma. Aviva shares her per…

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S5E27 Harnessing Herbalism By Matching Your Personality with a Plant's Spirit | Lauren Baca 1:47:53

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Have you ever wondered why homeopathy and plant medicine have so many success stories? Are you curious about the magic that occurs when we connect with the soul of a plant? Lauren Baca, an herbalist and bioresonance practitioner, dives into the science behind what’s happening on a cellular level when we harness the healing power of plants. She expl…

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S5E26 Behind The Before & After Photo: A Candid Conversation on BPD, Codependency and External Validation | Mari Llewellyn 1:03:29

1M ago1:03:29

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Have you ever met a true kindred spirit whose story mirrors your own to a T? In this episode, Mari Llewellyn, founder of Bloom and host of the Pursuit Of Wellness Podcast, joins Oliva to share her story of going from rock bottom to owning a massive wellness empire. Over the years Mari shifted her focus from the “before and after photo” to valuing b…

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Unplugging from the Attention Economy and Reclaiming Your Time with Jenny Odell 1:12:15

1M ago1:12:15

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If you find yourself feeling chronically overwhelmed, with a to-do list you can’t ever get to the bottom of, and a nagging feeling that you’re never quite doing enough, this episode is for you. Joining me is Jenny Odell, the acclaimed author of zthe books How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy and Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond …

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S5E25 How to Go From Underwater to Thriving With ADHD | Dr. Laura Gouge 1:28:16

1M ago1:28:16

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What does ADHD *really* look and feel like – and does it manifest differently for women and men? Is it truly a lack of attention, or an “interest based nervous system,” where you have the ability to also hyperfocus where you’re truly passionate? Dr. Laura Gouge, a naturopathic physician, dives into both her own lived experience with ADHD and expert…

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S5E24 Are You Hypermobile? This Chiropractor Will Change the Way You See Your Body | Taylor Goldberg 1:48:40

2M ago1:48:40

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Just because your body CAN do something doesn’t mean that it should! Were you one of those kids who was always crazy flexible? Do you go to the chiropractor because you’re afraid of getting worse, not because you’re actually seeing any improvement? Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor and hypermobility coach who has dedicated her career to supporting pe…

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S5E23 A Real World Chat About Gluten, Thyroid Healing, Low Dopamine Strategies for ADHD, and Regulating Your Nervous System with Food | Fiona Smith 2:05:28

2M ago2:05:28

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Have you ever wondered what could be behind your brain fog? Is a thyroid disorder a forever thing or something that can be improved with intentional nutrition? Fiona Smith, a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, is on a mission to help her clients naturally support their hormones, brain function and thyroid health. In this episode, Fiona bre…

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S5E22 How To Prepare For Having a Baby & “The First 40 Days” Post-Birth Quarantine Practice | Sandra Sharpe 1:52:50

2M ago1:52:50

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What is the best way to prepare for having a baby? Sandra Sharpe, Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner, and Health Coach, specializes in comprehensive, holistic, mind, body, and spirit postpartum support. In this episode, Sandra dives into all the nitty-gritty details of preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. She talks about the global in…

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On Alcohol and Women's Health: From Fertility thru Menopause 1:03:39

2M ago1:03:39

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Welcome to the second half of our alcohol miniseries! In part one, I focused on how alcohol metabolizes differently in women than men and how this increases women's alcohol-related health risks. I also talked about how alcohol can effect puberty, our hormones, and menstrual cycles. If you haven’t already listened, it's a perfect prequel to today's …

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S5E21 Why Carbs Are NOT The Cause Of Insulin Resistance, PCOS + Type 2 Diabetes | Calvin Scheller 1:44:52

3M ago1:44:52

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Calvin Scheller is an 18-year-old science extraordinaire who began studying and mastering medical literature in order to better communicate with his physicians after his own experience with autoimmune disease at the young age of 13. His courageous journey of self advocacy during a time when he felt alone and baffled by his symptoms led him to memor…

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On Women, Alcohol, Our Hormones and Menstrual Cycles 1:02:44

2M ago1:02:44

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Alcohol. It's the kind of frenemy that many women have a love-hate relationship with. It may make us feel good in the moment—relaxed, more social, less anxious—but many women find that after a drink or several, they’re moody, irritable, don’t sleep as well, and feel overall kind of not-so-great. Are there reasons for this that are unique to women? …

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S5E20 The Truth About GMOs & How to Eat Around Corruption in Our Food System | Courtney Swan 1:37:40

3M ago1:37:40

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We’re kicking things off with an impromptu hello and life update from Olivia — then diving into the nitty gritty with Courtney Swan, a real food activist who is on a mission to fix our broken food system. Today she’s answering the question: are GMOs safe for consumption? There are five genetically modified crops on the market that have become so ab…

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Rediscovering Intimacy and Pleasure with Emily Nagoski 1:10:55

3M ago1:10:55

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I’m so excited to share an encore interview with the brilliant, hilarious, and incredibly insightful Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are, Come Together, and Burnout (co-written with her sister). Emily is a renowned sex educator who brings a blend of scientific rigor and relatable storytelling to the conversation about women's sexual health and…

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S5E19 The Angry You Isn’t the Real You: How Hormone Imbalances Change Us | Dr. Corina Dunlap 1:24:48

3M ago1:24:48

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What if you’ve never actually experienced your true personality? The truth is, when our hormones are out of whack, we’re totally different people. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, there are some key ways that we can all reduce inflammation and regulate our hormones, according to Dr. Corina Dunlap, a naturopathic women’s health and ho…

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Seeing Life Through an Herbalist’s Lens with Olivia Amitrano 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

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In this fresh and delightful episode I sit down with Olivia Amitrano, herbalist, host of the popular What’s the Juice podcast and founder of Organic Olivia, a successful botanical medicines company. Olivia opens up about her transformative journey through herbalism, personal growth, and the essential practice of honest self-reflection on the relati…

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S5E18 You Don’t Need to Be Vegan to Save the Earth | The Truth About Regenerative Agriculture with Taylor Collins 1:35:26

3M ago1:35:26

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Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to reverse the damage we have done to our earth? Have you been told that going vegan is the only way to do so? When Taylor Collins bought 900 acres of factory-farmed land, it was completely barren, desolate, and degraded. But by working with nature’s cycles and reintroducing animals in order to loosen the soi…

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S5E17 Why The Solution To Binge Eating Might Not Be About Food | Nicki Parlitsis, RD 1:47:51

3M ago1:47:51

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What if the key to weight loss isn’t actually about what’s on our plates? Today I’m chatting with a true gem of a human being as well as a kick-ass nutritionist. Nicki Parlitsis helps her clients achieve their goals but also understand WHY they might be harming themselves with food through binging or restricted diets. In this episode she unpacks ho…

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Breaking the Taboo Around Pregnancy Loss with Chelsea Leyland 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive topics related to pregnancy loss and fertility challenges. Listener discretion is advised. In this deeply personal and powerful episode of "On Health," I sit down with Chelsea Leyland, a globetrotting DJ, mother, epilepsy and endometriosis activist, documentary filmmaker, and menstrual health entrepr…

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S5E16 Mouth Breathing, What Your Dentist Isn’t Telling You & The Truth About Fluoride | Dr. Staci Whitman 1:50:36

3M ago1:50:36

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When was the last time you did a radical 180 about a long held belief? Today I’m sitting down with a brilliant dentist who was once picketing in the streets for water fluoridation — yet was courageous enough to change her mind and speak out once she dug into the data once and for all. Meet Dr. Staci Whitman, a board-certified dentist who takes a wh…

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S5E15 The Man Who Sits with Death on Why Relationships Make a Life | Sah D'Simone 1:47:27

4M ago1:47:27

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Statistically, there are 15 core people in our lives who will show up when sh$# hits the fan – our mother’s funeral, a cancer diagnosis – they’re on the next plane. What if instead of filling our schedules working towards buying more things, we spent time nurturing the relationships that are truly all we have? In a modern day loneliness epidemic, l…

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Ending Obstetric Fistula: A Journey of Hope and Resilience with Bonnie Ruder 47:55

4M ago47:55

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"I think one of the most important things about fistula is that it is completely preventable and treatable. So this is a solvable problem. We used to have this problem here in the US and now we don't." – Bonnie Ruder Obstetric fistula affects around 2 million women globally, with 50,000 to 100,000 new cases each year. This devastating, yet entirely…

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S5E14 A Real Conversation About Wellness Extremes, Cure-All Diets & How to Actually Find Balance | Shyla Cadogan, RD 1:53:35

4M ago1:53:35

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What does “good nutrition” actually mean – and why have we built a BILLION dollar industry that only makes us more confused about how to feed ourselves? Why is it that one day the internet is telling you to be a raw vegan, and 5 years later carnivore is suddenly a panacea? Shyla Cadogan is a registered dietitian focused on making nutrition simple a…

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Why Metabolic Health Matters and How to Improve it with Casey Means 1:24:02

4M ago1:24:02

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"What if your body had a greater ability to heal than you were ever led to believe?" - This question not only challenges conventional health beliefs but also underpins the empowering message that infuse today's discussion. Welcome to this - literally - energy packed new episode of "On Health," where I’m joined by Dr. Casey Means, a Stanford-trained…

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S5E13 Why Histamine Intolerance May Be at the Root of Your Unexplained Symptoms | Michelle Shapiro, RD 2:12:54

4M ago2:12:54

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Are you struggling with chronic, unexplained symptoms that no treatment seems to alleviate (and actually makes worse)? Do you feel like your body reacts abnormally to stress or changes in your environment with ‘flares’ of symptoms that come in cycles? Understanding histamine intolerance, also called MCAS or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome may help gu…

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[Replay] The Hidden Motherhood Struggle with Catherine Birndorf and Paige Bellenbaum 1:08:31

5M ago1:08:31

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In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation. ________________ It’s not j…

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S5E12 Autoimmune Disease: Trauma, Triggers and the Path to Healing | Dr. Sara Gottfried 59:43

5M ago59:43

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Are you curious why autoimmune conditions are so prevalent these days? Do you have a history of trauma that you believe is connected to your autoimmunity? Sara Gottfried MD is a scientist, researcher and seeker who takes a whole-person approach to medicine. Sara goes way beyond supplements and nutrition to address the root causes of autoimmunity, h…

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S5E11 Feeling Lost? Ancient Rituals to Help You Find Answers Without Psychedelics | Katharine Hargreaves 1:32:54

5M ago1:32:54

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Have you ever wanted to experience spiritual growth from psychedelics but don’t actually want to trip? Are you stuck at a crossroads in life and not sure which path you’re meant to take? Meet the woman who connects you with specific rituals you can do in nature to find your deepest answers without ever having to take Ayahuasca. Katherine Hargreaves…

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[Replay] Adaptogens & Burnout 52:57

5M ago52:57

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I've been wanting to share this episode with you for awhile, so I finally dusted off the archives and here it is. The sound quality is not as sharp as our more recent episodes - our production values have definitely improved - but I'm certain you'll find it timely and useful. Despite increased attention on the dangers of burnout, recent surveys rep…

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S5E10 How to Strengthen Your Decision-Making Muscle & Rewire Your Brain to Feel More Confident & Grateful | Liz Moody 1:02:29

5M ago1:02:29

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Are you over all of the gimmicky, expensive tools in the health space right now? Do you want to go deeper to address foundational topics related to the things that actually impact your quality of life – like healthier communication, better confidence, and rewiring your brain to focus on the good? Liz Moody is an author, podcaster and recipe develop…

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S5E9 You Are Not Your Job: How to Rediscover Your Worth in a Productivity-Obsessed World | Madison Utendahl 1:06:40

5M ago1:06:40

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Do you feel stuck and burned out in your job? Are you tying your self-worth and identity to your productivity and career? Do you struggle to embrace being multifaceted and having multiple interests? Madison Utendahl is a founder, writer, and producer passionate about helping us change the way we think about work. We cover how to dissociate our wort…

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Demystifying Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in Menopause with Sharon Malone 1:12:26

5M ago1:12:26

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Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): Should you use it for your perimenopause or menopause symptoms? Does it prevent dementia? Heart disease? Is it safe? Who should and who shou;dn’t take it? Join me for this powerful conversation with Dr. Sharon Malone, an OB-GYN with 30 years of clinical experience - and an advocate for menopause awareness, and I e…

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S5E8 How to Maximize Fertility, Why Men’s Health is Equally Important + Exact Labs and Supplements for Preconception 1:13:03

5M ago1:13:03

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Are you thinking about starting a family or having another child but don’t know how to prepare your body? Do you want to maximize the healthy “epigenetics” you pass on to your child? Or maybe you’re currently struggling with infertility and need extra support? Elizabeth Wade is a naturopathic doctor who takes an empathetic, highly-individualized, r…

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S5E7 What to Do if You Suspect You Have Mold & How to Cultivate a Healthy Home | Christine Cimabue 1:00:11

6M ago1:00:11

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Are you committed to your personal health but have a feeling your home is a roadblock? Do you worry about living with mold, high EMFs, or strong LED lights that can throw off circadian rhythm? Christine Cimabue is a licensed general contractor and holistic construction consultant who believes that the condition of our home can play a huge role in o…

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The Wisdom of the Menopause Brain with Lisa Mosconi 1:09:36

6M ago1:09:36

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In this must-listen episode I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Lisa Mosconi, a leading neuroscientist and author of The Menopause Brain, and my friend, back to On Health to demystify the profound impact of menopause on the female brain. Dr. Mosconi offers invaluable insights into how menopause is more than a hormonal shift - it's a significant neuroendocr…

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S5E6 How to Overcome Codependency, Fear of Conflict & Discover Your Wise ‘Inner Mother’ | Krista Williams 1:34:09

6M ago1:34:09

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Do you notice the same patterns keep coming up with your partner or friendships? Do you find yourself afraid of conflict – avoiding hard, but necessary conversations? Are you struggling with creating the space to feel your emotions instead of numbing them? Krista Williams is a coach, podcast host, and close friend who shares how the “mother wound” …

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S5E5 The $10 Trillion Industry Keeping Us Sick & How to Become Your Own Healer | Dr. Casey Means 1:14:45

6M ago1:14:45

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Curious as to how Alzheimer’s, Type 2 Diabetes, insomnia, anxiety, infertility, and even cancer can all be connected to our metabolic health – and what to do about it? Frustrated that no matter how much we spend to get well, the healthcare and food industries are incentivized to keep us in a revolving door? Casey Means, MD is a brilliant doctor and…

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The Emotional Lives of Teenagers with Lisa Damour 1:07:00

6M ago1:07:00

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The teen years are a trope and a meme in our culture. We’re inevitably warned the minute we have a baby and admire her cute little face at a family gathering, in a restaurant, waiting in the checkout at the grocery: Just wait until she’s - or he’s - a teen. And it’s no wonder - the teen years - which we all remember too - are fraught with big chang…

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S5E4 Why Healing Our Relationships is The Key to Our Health Crisis | Zach Bush 1:33:43

6M ago1:33:43

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Are you curious about why, in an age of hyper-advanced technology and science, we have more chronic illness than ever? Zach Bush, MD is a renowned physician, researcher, and educator at the forefront of integrative medicine and microbiome research. He shares his revolutionary philosophy on planetary and human health – and how even beyond healing th…

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S5E3 The Truth About Carbs and How to Eat for Fitness, Thyroid & Hormone Health | Lauren Papanos 1:38:52

7M ago1:38:52

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Are you in your fitness era but feel confused about how to ACTUALLY fuel your body for muscle, blood sugar balance and hormone health? Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD is a registered dietician, hormone specialist, and sports performance expert who shares how to eat before/after workouts and her functional approach to women’s health issues like PCOS an…

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Stress in Pregnancy: How Much Should You Stress About It 53:23

7M ago53:23

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Welcome to On Health where today I talk about understanding stress during pregnancy, bust myths, and share real tips to take care of yourself before and when the stress hits the fan. In this episode I explore: The impact of how we talk about stress in pregnancy and its effects on moms-to-be on Why it's important to understand stress during pregnanc…

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S5E2 Returning Home to Your Body with Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom | Radhi Devlukia 1:00:13

7M ago1:00:13

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It takes time, love and presence to build trust with those we love… but how do we build a true relationship with ourselves, too? Sometimes it gets ugly when we start the journey to become our own friend. In this episode with Radhi Devlukia, we cover the exact practices and questions you can ask yourself to figure out who you really are vs. how your…

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S5E1 A Revolutionary Protocol for Chronic Digestive Issues | Dr. Alexis Cowan, PhD 1:17:15

7M ago1:17:15

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Confused on where to start if you have IBS, SIBO, or can no longer eat the foods you love without reacting? Dr. Alexis Cowan, PhD is a microbiome researcher and high-performance holistic health mentor who shares her revolutionary, 3-step gut protocol to restore your good bacteria. HERE’S THE JUICE: How Alexis’ own 100lb weight loss experience impac…

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Beyond Gaslighting and Narcissism: Finding Yourself to Find Love with Jillian Turecki 1:03:06

7M ago1:03:06

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Jillian Turecki, my guest for this On Health episode, is a beacon of light and a font of love and wisdom. A certified relationship coach, teacher, and writer with over 20 years of experience, she's fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, and she's helped thousands through her teaching and writing revolutionize thei…

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Why Women Have More Autoimmune Diseases Than Men 34:53

8M ago34:53

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Fatigue, achy muscles, painful joints, brain fog, strange skin rashes… Could it be the flu? It’s possible. In fact, that’s what women are sometimes told! But these can be symptoms of an autoimmune condition. Autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and Hashimoto’s, to name just a few, have a definite gender bias. Women acco…

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The Power of Growing Older and the Problem with Ageism 1:07:51

8M ago1:07:51

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I’m not going to lie. I was much more prepared for puberty, pregnancy, motherhood, and even menopause than I was for aging. And you all know that’s a big deal to say because we’re largely unprepared for all the other phases of our lives, too. But the reality is, we’re aging from the day we’re born, and much of what we’ve internalized about aging - …

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Why Creating & Setting Boundaries is Essential for Our Health 1:09:08

8M ago1:09:08

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At some point, too many of us internalized the belief that being a woman means complete self-sacrifice, not setting healthy boundaries for our well-being, and not taking care of our fundamental needs – even for sleep, quality food, and relaxation. Further, as moms, we often take on the lioness's share of the household. As partners, we plan the date…

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S4E24 THE ASTROLOGICAL THEMES OF 2024 – How to reflect on 2023 and prepare for the transformative year ahead with Jill Wintersteen of Spirit Daughter 1:27:33

9M ago1:27:33

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Curious about what to expect in 2024? Jill Wintersteen, aka Spirit Daughter, spills the tea on all things astrology. With a deep interest in consciousness, Jill became a neuroscientist with a master's Degree in Psychology and later pursued her doctorate at Johns Hopkins. When her calling to help others find grounding and peace in their lives became…

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Becoming a Cycle Breaker: Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Compassion and Resilience 55:48

9M ago55:48

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Intergenerational trauma refers to the transmission of unresolved trauma and its psychological, emotional, or even physical effects from one generation to another. This phenomenon can manifest in various ways, impacting individuals' mental health, coping mechanisms, and relational patterns. The cycle of intergenerational trauma underscores the impo…

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