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Welcome to the juiciest conversations in wellness with Olivia Amitrano, founder of Organic Olivia. “What’s The Juice” is a podcast as multifaceted as its listeners — a fierce community on a courageous path of self improvement, learning, and healing. Here we share conversations that bridge traditional wisdom and modern science, offering a balance of tangible advice and perspective-shifting philosophies that will optimize your health and change the way you see the world.

One week we’ll spill the (herbal) tea on functional medicine for hormone imbalance, while the next we’ll dive deep into psychedelic assisted therapy, codependency and learning how to say no.

Olivia is a clinical herbalist, formulator, entrepreneur, and, most notably, an educator. Each episode is an opportunity to synthesize her education in herbalism, psychology, and a lifetime of health issues into actionable tips on how to not only heal but thrive. Interviews with doctors, therapists, holistic practitioners, astrologers, artists, and storytellers are brimming with raw, human moments and empowering information. Candid and ever curious, Olivia is on a mission to understand the human condition and share what she learns along the way. Above all, her goal is to connect you with the paradigms, practitioners and teachers you can rely on to help get you to the next level. Peeling back the layers isn’t always pretty, but the juice is worth the squeeze.
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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 explains how your body can literally tell you which plants and dosages are meant for you, shares her personal experience finding herbalism, and offers an immense amount of tangible herbal wisdom along the way. I fully believe that Lauren’s deep understanding of bioenergetic medicine can help so many of you and I can’t wait for you to hear this powerful conversation between two plant lovers.     HERE’S THE JUICE: Why herbalism is really about connecting with the souls of plants, just as we would with other human souls. How Lauren got started in herbalism and the herbs that have impacted her the most How plant medicine (our oldest medicine) can help us come back into right relationship with ourselves What suppressed physiology is and why can plant medicine is so great at treating the root cause The exact herbs that can help with codependency What bioenergetic testing and biofeedback are and how you can effectively match yourself with the plants you need most     Connect with Lauren: Laurens Website Work 1on1 With Lauren Practitioner Course Page   Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia's IG Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia's TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts   Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE
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 balance more than perceived positive extremes. She also dives into her mental health struggles with BPD and OCD, breaking free of codependency, and what her real lived experience looks like behind the scenes. This episode is a true masterclass in what it means to find your why and trust yourself enough to see it through. HERE’S THE JUICE:   The wild similarities between Olivia’s and Mari’s stories and how they turned their lived experiences into powerful platforms for healing and community  How to spend time alone without the fear of loneliness Cultivating a level of self-awareness and curiosity in order to think about your behavior instead of just behaving   How to identify tools to nurture a balanced life and invest in the long term Why avoiding pain is NOT the answer & the power that comes with learning to sit in the pain as opposed to numbing out The unspoken sense of grief that comes from knowing that you’re not for everyone  Why Mari is choosing to embrace the weirdness in her life vs a curated aesthetic  The importance of learning that no one is coming to save you –  it’s up to you to change     Connect with Mari: IG: @marillewellyn Podcast IG: @pursuitofwellnesspodcast YT: Mari Llewellyn   Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia's IG Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia's TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts     Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE
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 insights on how to support ADHD symptoms both physically and emotionally. This episode is a real "put the pieces together" moment for anyone looking to understand their own sensitive nervous system to create a more balanced life. We explore a ton of juicy topics, including ADHD as an adaptation, the pain-pleasure pendulum swing, and why we create chaos in our lives to trigger brain stimulation. Laura beautifully outlines why ADHD can often manifest as a streak of genius and why folks with ADHD can so easily hyperfocus on what they love.   HERE’S THE JUICE:   How symptoms of ADHD can vary quite a bit between childhood and adulthood The TRUE reason why time blindness is such an obstacle for folks with ADHD and identifying tools to help   Why people with ADHD oscillate between hyper-productivity and struggling to get anything done & how to find the middle ground Tangible ways to build up your nervous system  Why dopamine plays such an essential role in interest-based nervous systems  The idea that ADHD is actually an adaptation How to support ADHD symptoms through diet and managing histamines Why the liver plays a key role in ADHD symptoms Connect with Laura: IG: @drlauragouge Website: Laura Gouge Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia's IG Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia's TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts   Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE   LINKS MENTIONED: The Man Who Sits with Death on Why Relationships Make a Life | Sah D’Simone   ARE YOU ADDICTED TO DOPAMINE? - how to feel human again in a world full of overstimulation + choosing pain as much as pleasure with Dr. Lembke  
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 people with hypermobility, EDS and dysautonomia, honestly answers the controversial question, “Is chiropractics a pseudoscience?” In this episode, she breaks down the four types of hypermobility, diving deep into each one and identifying common symptoms. She shares her wealth of knowledge in the field, citing tangible day-to-day tips for folks with symptomatic hypermobility, HEDS, and EDS. Taylor truly understands the profound struggle behind these conditions and will leave you feeling armed with the information to fit the puzzle pieces of your own story together.   HERE’S THE JUICE:  Why Europe's medical practice should serve as a model for the US The importance of combining BOTH Western and functional medicine to create more patient-centered care If there are actual benefits to getting adjusted at a chiropractor or if it’s placebo  The 4 types of hypermobility and why hypermobility isn’t the same as flexibility Why asymptomatic hypermobility could become symptomatic post COVID or pregnancy The big signs that you may have HEDS/EDS, like blood flow issues  Why strength training can be so incredibly beneficial to folks with HEDS/EDS Exact triggers for HEDS/EDS flares and how to manage them   Connect with Taylor Goldberg: Taylor's IG Taylor's TikTok   Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia's IG Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia's TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts   Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE   LINKS MENTIONED: thehypermobilechiro.com
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 breaks down the detailed practices her clients complete to unpack the deeper “why” on their health journey and get to the bottom of their symptoms with true autonomy. She dives into the gut-brain axis, offering tangible, actionable steps for folks with ADHD to stick to healthy habits in the long term – and covers the one protein that could be directly contributing to brain fog and mental health decline more than any other. Fiona’s excitement and joy around sharing real-life solutions to the deeper root problems around gut-brain health and ADHD is palpable and infectious.    HERE’S THE JUICE:   How Fiona teaches her clients to develop a strong relationship with their bodies through symptom journaling and curiosity around their inner knowing The brain-gut bidirectional highway and how fight or flight mode wreaks havoc on your gut Why children are experiencing an over-activation of their immune systems at younger ages What are the non-celiac gluten reactions that can happen in the lens of mental health, and how to test if you may have a non-celiac gluten intolerance? Answering the question: If you have Hashimotos, do you need to cut out gluten forever? A deeper dive into focusing on nutrient density in your diet and the life-changing results that can happen What are the top 5 minerals crucial to thyroid function?   How neurodivergence and ADHD play a role in gut health + taking steps to improve your health and stick to habits with ADHD    Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To shop our new PCOS protocol “The Cysters Kit” at 15% off, click HERE   To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.   Connect with Fiona: Fiona's Instagram Fiona's Website Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts  
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 infertility crisis and how poor mental health and undernourishment could be two of the main contributing factors. Sandra highlights the importance of the first 40 days after giving birth, highlighting practices utilized across cultures to support the pregnancy and postpartum journey, showcasing a beautiful alternative to the commonly heard “bounce back” mentality.   HERE’S THE JUICE: How pregnancy and motherhood often heighten mental health issues and insecurities, so addressing those problems BEFORE pregnancy can be incredibly beneficial  Why cultivating awareness in our bodies and being vocal about what we need can be the catalyst in changing the perfectionist “I Can Do It All” mindset How Diet culture from the 90s has created an undernourishment epidemic (and nourishing our bodies is so crucial for pregnancy!) Tangible ways to identify support and communicate your needs to make the postpartum period smoother  Sandra’s health journey and the changes she made in her postpartum healing from her first child to her second Why journaling and writing letters can be healing and how to utilize this practice as a tool during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum What Middle Eastern cultures practice in the First 40 Days postpartum to promote healing   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To shop our new PCOS protocol “The Cysters Kit” at 15% off, click HERE   To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.   Connect with Sandra: Instagram Website Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTokRead Olivia’s blog posts  
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 memorize, digest, integrate, and teach others about the complex mechanisms within our bodies (and how to heal through nutrition and lifestyle). He is a superb science communicator and now health coach – taking the difficulty out of reading medical studies, and putting the power of their information in our hands. Today, Calvin gives us a master class on insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, PCOS and why carbohydrates are NOT the cause of these conditions. We discuss the dietary factors that contribute to insulin resistance (and the many misconceptions you’ll find online), as well as the best ways to increase your insulin sensitivity and master your metabolic health well into old age.  HERE’S THE JUICE: Why carbohydrates are not the cause of insulin resistance How excess dietary fat is more problematic for insulin resistance than excess carbs or sugar Why saturated fats can be more inflammatory within the context of insulin resistance than plant fats The true mechanism behind insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome: excess fatty acids within our cells How we can burn off the fatty acids that cause insulin resistance and why blood sugar spikes aren’t the FULL issue, they’re more of an effect Why insulin resistance begins and how it’s actually an adaptation How inflammation also drives insulin resistance and other holistic factors you need to take into account like chronic gut infections, to mineral deficiencies like zinc, to stress, processed foods, sleep issues and more Why insulin resistance within the ovaries is specifically tied to PCOS and exactly how to target this with diet and lifestyle   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To shop our new PCOS protocol “The Cysters Kit” at 15% off, click HERE   To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.   Connect with Calvin: Instagram YouTube Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTokRead Olivia’s blog posts   Links Mentioned: Alan Aragon’s Research Review Papers  
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 abundant that they’re used in almost all packaged foods… knowing what they are and where they’re found is the key to learning how to eat your way around corruption in our food supply. In this episode, Courtney articulately breaks down the practices being used in agriculture today – clarifying ways we can be supporting farmers doing things right (and tangible ways to not fall victim to our current food system).   HERE’S THE JUICE: What are the five genetically modified foods? WHY do we have such an overabundance of them on the market? What food lobbying is and why soda is more accessible on food stamps than produce How monocropping is negatively affecting farmers   How food hybridization and genetically modifying our crops are not the same practice What the problem with corn is now, and why we are continually overfed and undernourished Why seed oils are in so many of our foods – creation from industrial waste products  The best practices that you can adopt day-to-day to help decrease your consumption of seed oils and reduce inflammation    Connect with Courtney: https://www.realfoodology.com/ IG & TikTok: @Realfoodology The Realfoodology Podcast: https://www.realfoodology.com/podcast Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia Instagram  Olivia’s Instagram TikTok   Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE   Mentioned Documentaries: Genetic Roulette (GMO documentary): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnhB99I86G8 Kiss the Ground (soil documentary): https://kissthegroundmovie.com/ Common Ground (regenerative farming doc): https://commongroundfilm.org/
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 hormone specialist. In this episode, she gets juicy about the link between cortisol and ovulation (hint: we’re all too stressed out) and dives deep into the importance of relationships – with others, ourselves and mother nature.    HERE’S THE JUICE: What does it feel like when we’re safe in our bodies? This is what balanced hormones feel like!  How inflammation can affect our mood, and make it hard to understand what our baseline or that “safe” feeling should feel like.  What the “goldilocks hormones” are – we don’t want too little or too much of them!  What the first line of action should be in addressing ovulation issues  Why unplugging your wifi at night could be the best trick to getting better sleep How chronic stress doesn’t allow your body to feel safe enough to digest properly or ovulate The best practices that you can adopt day-to-day to help with inflammation. Clear questions you can ask yourself, like: is this me, or is this my hormones? Connect with Dr. Corina Dunlap Instagram Website Connect with Olivia: Organic Olivia Instagram  Olivia’s Instagram TikTok   Shop my full line of herbalist-formulated medicinal blends: HERE   LINKS MENTIONED: https://www.naturopathicbydesign.com/
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 soil and give back to the land, Taylor transformed his farm into a thriving ecosystem that supports higher crop yields, healthier soil and more nutritious food. In this episode, we talk about the power of connection, the “green narrative,” and what we as consumers can do to help our earth today. The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second best time is now – let’s dive in!    HERE’S THE JUICE: How factory farming works against nature’s principles to yield a higher output yet lower nutritional value Taylor’s belief that humans aren’t inherently destructive but our values of “more more more” absolutely are Why monocropping as a “solution” to global food insecurity is promoting a broken system How regenerative farming mimics the cycles of nature and creates community  Why we don’t need to stop eating meat but we need to rethink how we do it The idea that healthy soil is the KEY to nutrient-rich foods and why topsoil is so critical Why “Impossible” Meat isn’t actually a better or more sustainable solution than regeneratively farmed meat Why our farmers are in crisis – both personally and financially  How to vote with our dollars when it comes to food and support the growing community of regenerative farmers    Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.   Connect with Taylor: Instagram Force of Nature Website Force of Nature Instagram Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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 how binging is often a deeper reflection on our lives, showing us exactly what we need to focus on within ourselves to ultimately heal our relationship with food. We also discuss why binging is both an emotional AND physical response for many of us and how we can tune into the signs our bodies are giving us before we start to go down toxic paths.   HERE’S THE JUICE: The difference between physical and emotional binge eating Why women tend to fear gaining muscle and what it actually means to “tone” your body The importance of training your brain in steps and why intuitive eating is a graduate level course in dietetics What an all-or-nothing mindset with food looks like and how it contributes to binge eating The fact that something as simple as thinking about meals as events can help retrain your brain to get out of a snacking mindset and into a space of intentional eating Nicki’s favorite client hack of meal prepping like a chef  Why binge eating is not the problem and how to get to the root of what’s happening in your body Why listening to your hunger cues is the first step to take even if it means abandoning your diet   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel    To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.    Connect with Nicki: Instagram Website  Just Start Somewhere Application   Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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 whole-body, holistic and functional approach to oral health. In this episode, Staci unpacks the surprising factors that contribute to the decline of our oral health including mouth breathing, hormones, and gut dysbiosis. She explains why these underlying root causes are ignored by conventional dentistry and exactly what we need to be asking about and advocating for at our dentist appointments.   HERE’S THE JUICE: Functional vs. conventional dentistry and the importance of both Why dental professionals haven't introduced oral microbiome testing as a baseline for all patients  How hormone imbalance is leading to an increase in cavities in women and the signs to look for in prevention What LPS is and how it contributes to pathogenic bacteria overgrowth The fact that we aren’t taught about healthy bacteria and are encouraged to wipe out all our bacteria with products like Listerine  Why dentists are sometimes the first people to diagnose Crohn's disease and how your oral health can inform gut health What a cavity is and how it forms When we may be able to repair cavities without requiring fillings Why mouth breathing is so detrimental to our oral health and how to retrain yourself into healthy breathing habits  Resources and recommendations for the products and services we should be talking to our dentist about to be proactive about our oral health   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.    Connect with Staci: Website  Instagram Oral Microbiome Reset Course Her Kid's Dental Practice Fygg - code ORGANICOLIVIA20 for 20% off Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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, lack of connection is becoming a disease, but our generation can turn it around. Sah D’Simone is here to say that even though relationships are hard, families are messy, and conflict is scary, this is the only path back to love and longevity. Sah is a spiritual leader, hospital chaplain who supports those at the end of life, and international best-selling author of Spiritually We. In this episode, he breaks down how to increase our capacity so that we can hold space for our people and right our relationships.   HERE’S THE JUICE: Why human connection is a basic biological need (and how we’ve gotten so far away) Why pop psychology is doing us a disservice by teaching us to cut off relationships with conflict instead of learning to face it The difference between how easy it is to be spiritual alone in meditation vs. at the family dinner table when triggers come up How to nurture true connection over complain culture and trauma-bonding relationships Why your closest relationships are often the most triggering  How to live with integrity and what a lack of integrity looks like in your closest bonds Why “conflict is your lovers” how to resolve conflict in a healthy way Why time away from your parents may be necessary to grow and heal, but the goal is to always bring it back around Why intellectualizing your feelings and making meaning keeps you from feeling your feelings How to support someone in grief and the magnitude of holding space for loss    Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.    Connect with Sah: Website  Instagram Youtube Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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 again. Shyla explores the extensive impact that processed foods have on our bodies, while at the same time not putting perfection, whole foods or ‘superfoods’ on a pedestal. She brings some much needed nuance (and humor) to the question: what the heck should I eat and who should I listen to?   HERE’S THE JUICE: Shyla’s transition from intense vegan diets to an unattached, simple way of fueling The importance of finding the middle ground with nutrition rather than opting into extremes Why nutrition professionals have a duty to keep things professional rather than trying to be cutting edge or go viral How the concept of intuitive eating has gotten warped and why most of us are practicing it all wrong and feeling bad about it How you can be anti-diet-culture and still not eat a lot of processed foods Why Shyla says “a true relationship with food is having no relationship with it at all” The importance of not shaming people for being imperfect in their health decisions and educating in a considerate manner The history of “superfoods” and why the term is a bit of a scam The distrust that the public currently has in dietitians (ie. thinking they’re paid by big pharma!) How processed foods were originally created for war times and food corporations have used that opportunity to exploit us How cultural foods play a role in healthy eating   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.   Connect with Shyla: Follow her on Instagram Sign up for her newsletter Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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 guide you in the right direction. Michelle Shapiro is a functional dietitian who has helped over 1000+ clients reverse their anxiety and heal long-standing gut and immune issues. In this episode, Michelle unpacks what it means to live in a highly sensitive body (spoiler, she lives in one!) and shares hopeful solutions for those of us who struggle with largely ignored autonomic disorders such as MCAS, POTS and hypermobility. Join the Highly Sensitive Body (HSB) Hub HERE’S THE JUICE: Michelle’s own story of being sick with a mysterious cluster of symptoms after COVID and mold exposure (and how she healed) What MCAS is, the symptoms caused by histamine intolerance and why it’s SO hard to get diagnosed The connection between long COVID and MCAS that’s not talked about Why MCAS is really a physical “allergy to stress” and nervous system disorder that pushes the immune system into overdrive How seemingly healthy treatment plans actually make things worse in people with histamine issues What it might mean if you get dizzy easily, have trouble concentrating or experience a racing heart Why hypermobility, POTS and MCAS often go together How histamine intolerance magnifies anxiety, depression, ADHD and PMDD in women Michelle’s loving approach to healing histamine issues and supporting your body gently The exact foods to avoid if you have histamine intolerance and how to reduce flares  Her favorite supplements and herbs that can lower histamine levels How to strength train in a way that doesn’t cause more harm  Why we can’t completely discount pharmaceutical tools like antihistamines when initially healing The next steps to take if you think you may have a highly sensitive body   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel  To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.    Connect with Michelle: Join the Highly Sensitive Body (HSB) Hub Get 1:1 support from Michelle and her team Follow her on Instagram Listen to the Quiet the Diet podcast Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts
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, helping us heal the trauma and other triggers that may have turned our bodies against us.    HERE’S THE JUICE: Why autoimmunity is on the rise in today’s world  The specific lab markers to run if you suspect you may have an autoimmune condition  How loneliness and loss of community impacts our immune systems The 3 root causes that she sees in ALL autoimmune conditions  The massive role that trauma plays in autoimmunity and how to start addressing it How to properly and safely use elimination diets What the conventional treatment to autoimmune disease looks like vs the functional approach  The importance of finding practitioners who have regulated nervous systems and are deeply present with you Why psychedelic assisted therapy can help us get into a healing state of consciousness 3 things people can do starting TODAY to improve immunity and nervous system health How to practice embodiment and feeling safe on your own   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com.    Connect with Sara: Website InstagramHer New Book: “The Autoimmune Cure” Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia Olivia’s personal IGOrganic Olivia on TikTokRead Olivia’s blog posts  
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 is a practitioner of West African divination, an ancient method of translation that helps people tap into information, messages, and ancestors on the other side by reconnecting us with the elements of nature. As you complete the rituals you're assigned (whether that’s throwing milk and honey into the ocean with a prayer, or screaming your anger into a hole in the woods to give it back to the earth), you quiet your mind, clear your physical channel, and are able to hear the guidance of your soul, your ancestors, and the spirits of the earth.   HERE’S THE JUICE: - The wild ritual that Olivia did on a mountainside to help her get clarity on her career - How rituals prepare us to receive messages and transformation in the years after - Chronological vs deep time and why we can’t expect things to happen on our timelines   - How to incorporate elements into rituals for specific purposes (like ocean water, honey, dirt, etc.) - How to complete a honey ritual if you’re looking for a new place to live - How Katharine got initiated into the closed practice of West African shamanic tradition - The idea that nature can be JUST as powerful as psychedelics  - Exactly how to start noticing nature speaking to you  - Easy, tangible ways to work with your ancestors, like creating an altar  - The importance of asking for guidance out loud – to nature and your ancestors - How to know if divination work is right for you in this moment   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel   To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements. Our most loved formulas include:  GlucoBitters for blood sugar balance, insulin resistance and PCOS,  Liver Juice for acne and liver detoxification support, and  Bloat BFF for fast-acting bloat + digestive support.   Connect with Kat: Follow Katharine Hargreaves  Katharine’s Website InsightTimer Meditation  Subscribe to Katharine's newsletter  The Ethics of Energy - course for healers and facilitators   Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts   Topics Discussed: 00:00 Olivia Previews Stick Divination and Spiritual Practices 6:44 Introducing Katharine Hargreaves 09:36 Understanding Divination and the Natural World 17:18 Everyday Rituals 21:46 Olivia’s Ritual from Katharine 31:42 Exploring the Elements in Stick Divination Rituals 33:15 Nick’s Ritual for Olivia 35:36 Mother and Father Earth 40:12 Giving Form to the Unnamable 41:39 Honey as a Potentiator 46:12 Lightning as a Medicine of Integrity 52:14 The Ethics of Being a Healer in a Lineage 54:14 How Katharine Became a Diviner 1:03:58 Rituals Katharine Has Prescribed to Others 1:07:03 Potency of Death Medicine 1:11:02 Reconnecting through Nature and Art 1:16:12 Biomimicry 1:19:59 Messages That Arrive Through Dreams 1:22:32 How to Match Our Heartbeat’s to Nature’s Pace 1:31:42 Conclusion
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 developer known for her vibrant approach to healthy living. In true Liz fashion, she shares her favorite (free) wellness habits that are rooted in psychology and behavioral science and will seriously change the way you feel.    HERE’S THE JUICE: Her secrets to a long, healthy relationship after 16 years of marriage How becoming a better listener helps your relationships and makes people like you more The 5 second method that rewires your neural pathways to promote more happiness and positivity  How writing your own “bill of rights” builds self confidence and enforces your true sense of self-identity and worth How to practice making small decisions so that you are less overwhelmed by big life decisions when they inevitably arise Why thinking about your death is one of the most powerful things you can do for a well-lived life How to use the “fresh start effect” to increase your motivation and achieve your goals Why it’s critical that we show up authentically vs trying to make an impression when looking for a match Why artificially limiting your time can actually increase your productivity  What “intentional drinking” is and how it’s changed Liz’s life    Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com. If you’d like to support the show while taking care of your reproductive health, you can get 15% off of Flora-V, Natal Nurture & Flow Balance with code FERTILITY15   Connect with Liz: Instagram Website Podcast  
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 worth from our career, the importance of self-reflection, and practical tips for those feeling stuck in unfulfilling jobs.   HERE’S THE JUICE: The impact of our job can have on overall health and well-being Madison’s personal journey transitioning from corporate America to entrepreneurship  The over-employment phenomenon and its contribution to burnout How to begin separating your identity from your work/career Practical tips for connecting to yourself through meditation and silence The critical distinction between self-care activities and deeper self-identity work What it means to be 'multi-hyphenate’  How we can create a healthier relationship with work and productivity How the disconnection from ourselves is what leads to burnout Taking radical responsibility for our circumstances + our ability to change Challenging gender roles and expectations in leadership What steps to take if you’re thinking about changing careers Questions to ask to get clarity on your career path   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com. If you’d like to support the show while taking care of your reproductive health, you can get 15% off of Flora-V, Natal Nurture & Flow Balance with code FERTILITY15   Connect with Madison: Instagram Madison's Website Utendahl Creative Website   Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTok Read Olivia’s blog posts  
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, root-cause approach to reproductive health. She offers a refreshing perspective on infertility (why it’s not the end of the story and how “subfertility” can be supported) and provides insights on labs, supplements, and more.   HERE’S THE JUICE: Why men’s role in fertility is equally as important as women’s (i.e. male blood markers that can contribute to miscarriage) The incredible opportunity you have every 3-4 months to completely change the genetic expression of your DNA for healthier outcomes and babies The importance of folate for both women AND men! The difference between infertility and “subfertility” – only 2% of people are considered sterile The importance of “belief hygiene” and nervous system support in preparing for pregnancy All about the tubal, pelvic, and cervical factors in infertility How to understand labs for fertility and the exact blood panel Elizabeth recommends for preconception Should you test your AMH or can it cause more anxiety? What the ideal preconception diet looks like Dr. Wade’s opinion on organ meats and Omega 3 fatty acids Why choline is necessary for brain development in babies and how to get enough of it  The unique combination of NAC, melatonin and coQ10 for follicle development   Watch the full episode on What’s The Juice YouTube Channel To support our ad-free show, shop Olivia’s line of herbalist-formulated supplements for digestion, anxiety, thyroid support, and more by visiting www.organicolivia.com. If you’d like to support the show while taking care of your reproductive health, you can get 15% off of Flora-V, Natal Nurture & Flow Balance with code FERTILITY15   Connect with Elizabeth: Instagram Website Fertility Reclaimed Program - code OLIVIA for 10% off Connect with Olivia: Follow Organic Olivia  Olivia’s personal IG Organic Olivia on TikTokRead Olivia’s blog posts  
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Bahar

would you please tell which protein powder brand are you using?

Sep 24th
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Ilse Koole

ahhh I've missed your voice! your podcast was such a big part of my weeks last year, glad you're back!

Jul 1st
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Amelie O'Connell

I love these conversations sooo friggin much. I learn so much every week and I feel like I'm right there in the room with you, nodding along and saying "yes!" or "thank you!" hahaha. Honestly, though. Thank you so much!

Feb 18th
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Authentictalks 2.0

Good stuff!!

Feb 17th
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Jessica

WOW! This was so eye opening for me...especially the part of the allergy/asthma issue related to childhood trauma...BINGO! 🤯 Mind was blown. Would really love to hear about infertility the next time Dr. Z is back. 🙏

Jan 20th
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