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S3E26. HOW TO EMBRACE OUR GRIEF TO ACCESS JOY — Dr. Neeta Bhushan on the importance of emotional resilience through life's relentless hardships

In this next episode of What’s the Juice, I had the opportunity to chat with the amazing Dr. Neeta Bhushan — former cosmetic dentist turned mental health coach, social entrepreneur, international speaker, and best-selling author behind the new book That Sucked. Now What? Before you tune in, I’ll let you know this — Neeta’s life has not been an easy one. She lost three immediate family members within the span of just three years, completely altering her life’s trajectory. Neeta later found herself stuck in an incredibly toxic marriage, resulting in a major wake-up call and healing journey that would redefine her life as she knew it. Our conversation is jam-packed with essential nuggets of information, like how imperative it is to find joy wherever you can, and a brief introduction to what’s known as the “Bounce Factor,” a four-step tool to determine your resiliency:

Examining your upbringing.
Leaning into “good” stress and doing what challenges/scares you.
Emotional capacity — i.e. your ability to “feel the feels.”
Radical self-awareness — i.e. your ability to tune into your life and see what’s going well or not going well.

Press play now and let me know what you think via IG:

Connect with Neeta Bhushan:
IG: instagram.com/neetabhushan
Website: neetabhushan.com
Book: neetabhushan.com/pre-order

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S3ES25. NEURONS THAT FIRE TOGETHER WIRE TOGETHER — Neurophysiologist & coach Louisa Nicola on rewiring your brain to achieve peak physical & mental performance

In this episode of What’s the Juice, I had the honor of chatting with brain-genius Louisa Nicola, Founder & Director of Neuro Athletics: a data-driven neuroscience company that provides athletes with scientific strategies to achieve peak performance. Tune in as we delve into the nitty gritty science of how the brain works, and what you can do specifically from home to optimize neuroplasticity and cognition, including:

SLEEP
Minimum 8 hours each night, following the 80% rule
Natural sunlight as soon as you wake up, for at least 5 minutes
Avoiding and/or dimming artificial light come evening
Pitch-black environment for optimal sleep

AEROBIC EXERCISE
Zone 2 Training — achieve about 65% of your maximum heart rate
For example: Walk an incline of ~8-10 around a speed of 3.8 mph for around 30 minutes

ANAEROBIC EXERCISE
Focus on 70% of your 1-repetition max (find the maximum weight you can handle for 1 rep, then use 70% of that weight for at least 6 sets/4 reps each)
Learn how to squat well and focus on compound movements
Invest in a trainer over supplements

STRESS
Inhale twice, then exhale (this mimics crying/hyperventilation)
Infrared light to reduce neural inflammation
Ice baths to create new mitochondria
Two grams of both EPA and DHA daily

Connect with Louisa:
Website: neuroathletics.com.au
IG: @louisanicola_

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S3E24. GETTING COMFORTABLE WITH DEATH — Death Doula Caroline Lee dives into the uncomfortable conversation around death and how we can ease the process for us and others

This next episode is an incredibly interesting conversation that covers one of life’s most uncomfortable and danced-around topics: death. And who better to chat with than death doula Caroline Lee? As a death doula, Caroline offers support to those navigating diagnoses, those coping with the prospect of death and/or someone who has passed, and even those who are young and proactively creating an end-of-life plan. Listen in as we discuss what steps you can take to prepare yourself and your family, including:

Writing your wishes
Designating a ‘Payable on Death’ on your bank account
Sharing/receiving account passwords
Coping with grief and/or prospect of death via psychedelic assisted therapy, death meditations, and more

Press play now for helpful insights and, as always, let me know what you think!

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S3E23. THE DOCTOR THAT CHANGED MY LIFE - why muscle is medicine for preventing cognitive decline and insulin resistance & the science behind eating more protein with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

This is THE most important conversation I may ever share on this podcast, and it’s been years in the making. We’ve recorded, scrapped, and re-scheduled this interview several times, and I think it’s no coincidence that the timing worked out this way when I finally, myself, GOT the message from our guest and started putting her advice into practice in real life… so that I could be an example and testament to what she’s teaching today. Have you heard that doctors receive less than 20 hours of nutrition training in total during medical school in the US? Today’s guest, who has been my doctor for the last almost 6 years – is a physician with a passion for nutritional science that defies this statistic and has dedicated her life to helping ALL of us understand the importance of (and dispel the myths around) nutrition and more specifically, dietary protein. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon began her path by studying nutritional science, and then decided she wanted to go above and beyond food alone, keeping the principles with her but deepening her training to a point where she could care for patients on any and every level. After going through medical school, she completed 2 years of training in psychiatry and 3 years of family medicine. She eventually became board certified, and continued her education yet again with a post-doc in nutritional sciences, geriatrics, and obesity medicine. Today she practices what she has coined “muscle-centric medicine”. She is committed to shifting our paradigm of healing chronic disease and optimizing human health from the obesity paradigm to the muscle paradigm, and she is going to explain to us today why muscle is about SO much more than fitness or looking good in a bikini. And, why it’s not just for fitness enthusiasts alone — it’s important for us to start building RIGHT HERE AND NOW at ANY AGE to begin reversing chronic disease processes. She’s going to cover:

– How muscle improves metabolic markers relevant to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and PCOS – because skeletal muscle is our primary site for disposing of the glucose aka carbohydrates we eat in our diets (and if we don’t have muscle, there’s nowhere for it to go!)

– How this ties into the picture of preventing or delaying Alzheimer’s, which is often called “type 3 diabetes of the brain”

– Why Alzheimer’s starts 20+ years before it actually presents and is a disease of mid-life, not old age (plus what to do now in your 20s, 30s and 40s)

– Why muscle is an endocrine organ that just as important as your thyroid, and produces biochemistry-altering compounds just like the thyroid produces hormones!

– How muscle is essentially alive, and is a nutrient-sensing organ – it quite literally senses the amino acids we consume via diet, and how this sensitivity decreases as we age

– What protein threshold per meal you need to build muscle

– The difference between plant and animal protein in terms of amino acid quality

– Why leucine is the most important amino acid and why we need more as we age

– How much protein you should be eating based on your body weight

– How hormone changes and menopauses affect this picture

– Why body composition matters and how excess adipose tissue affects the brain

– And EXACTLY what you can start doing TODAY to become healthier, sharper, and hormonally optimized as you age. I always tell Dr. Lyon that she quite literally saved my life; the fact that I was able to receive this information NOW has allowed me to have a much better chance in my future when it comes to the Alzheimer’s disease that runs in my family. She got me to see that I CAN go to the gym even if that felt scary at first, I CAN build muscle, and that it IS my best shot at a healthy brain as I age, putting the power back in my — and now your — hands.

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S3E22. HOW TO REVERSE YOUR (BIOLOGICAL) AGE — using “epigenetics”, food & herbs to change your genes and live longer with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald

This season of the podcast, I’ve been working to define vitality and well-being through a framework I call the “10 Pillars of Health.” While many health experts boast a profound sense of knowledge in one or two pillars specifically, my next guest — the acclaimed Dr. Kara Fitzgerald — is incredibly well-versed in all 10.

In fact, Dr. Fitzgerald’s latest book, “Younger You: Reduce Your Bio Age and Live Longer, Better,” explores the science behind longevity and her discovery of a three-year reversal of biological aging, so you know I had to get the deets. In this revelatory conversation, we cover how the following can actually hack your epigenome:

Methyl-donor nutrients (found in whole foods like beets, eggs, leafy greens, mushrooms, seeds, etc.)
Methylation adaptogens (quercetin, circumin, resveratrol, green tea, etc.)
Exercise
Sleep
Oxytocin release

And more. As always, tune into the episode to dive deeper into these essential nuggets of information. And be sure to share your thoughts with me on IG: @shoporganicolivia.

Connect with Dr. Fitzgerald:
Website: drkarafitzgerald.com
Book: youngeryouprogram.com/book
IG: instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald

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S3E21. BREAKING UP WITH CAFFEINE — why I decided to experiment, my journey with withdrawal & the benefits of life without coffee

THIS WEEK ON WHAT’S THE JUICE PODCAST

This week on What’s the Juice Podcast, I’m diving into why I ultimately decided to give up caffeine, how it impacts your mind and body (particularly from a Traditional Chinese Medicine standpoint), and how my life has been without it thus far. It hasn’t been the easiest journey, but it has truly allowed me to live my greatest, juiciest life. Listen in and discover the benefits of cutting it out, like better sleep and higher libido (the list goes on), how I was able to counter the withdrawal effects with minerals, vitamins, protein, and more, plus where I’m at now. Spoiler alert: I feel the best I’ve ever felt.

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S3E20. YOUR BRAIN DETERMINES YOUR HORMONES (not your ovaries alone) - why nervous system regulation and our identities are key for physical health w/ Zesty Ginger

In this episode I’m sitting down with Megan Blacksmith and Dr. Alex Golden, the force behind Zesty Ginger, to talk about the power of the subconsciousness and how brain chemistry is a deciding factor for everything in your daily life. After individually dealing with chronic hormonal imbalances, the duo developed what’s known as the Four Phase Cycle Approach to help women regain control over their health. In this episode, we had the opportunity to discuss an array of incredible topics, including everything from the irrefutable mind-body connection to seven practical steps you can take to “heal,” whatever that means to you.

To quote Dr. Alex “you cannot exist in a fragmented place” — meaning, you have to account for your complete health while trying to achieve your goal, whether that’s losing weight or regulating your cycle. This is where the “Four Bodies” come in: Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual. In order to reach total fulfillment where happiness and wellness merge, you must nurture the mind-body connection. Simply put, you could take the most amazing supplements in the world, but if you’re not nourishing your mental health, the effort is futile.

It goes without saying this process takes time. Lucky enough, Dr. Alex and Megan have created a 12-week online Health Transformation Accelerator that teaches you the exact process they use to get the most out of not only health, but life.

As always, tune into the podcast for all of the juicy goodness, and be sure to share your thoughts with me on IG: @shoporganicolivia. I can’t wait to hear what you think!

Xoxo,
Olivia

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S3E19. THE 4 "IMMUNE TYPES" + HOW TO SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM - Dr. Heather Moday, MD on optimizing immune function and lowering chronic inflammation

In this week’s episode, I had the utmost honor of chatting with Dr. Heather Moday about the complexity of the immune system and how we can help it function at its highest potential. Dr. Heather Moday is an acclaimed immunologist and functional medicine practitioner who has spent the last 25 years helping people like us take control of our lives by optimizing nutrition, lowering stress, and improving vitality. Turns out there are several tangible tools that we can implement into our daily lives to find balance. As you tune into the episode, I’ve created a simple outline for you to reference along the way.

We cover:
Testing for inflammation
Fasting glucose levels
C-reactive protein (which is more specific for inflammation)
Ferritin level (increases with inflammation)
Homocysteine levels
The four different types of immune functionality and how to find homeostasis in the body for each
Gut health and the immune system
Non-negotiable foods, vitamins, and minerals for proper immune function
And so much more!

As always, tune into the episode to learn all of these essential nuggets of information. And be sure to share your thoughts with me on IG: @shoporganicolivia.

Connect with Dr. Heather Moday:
Follow @theimmunitymd on IG
Website: https://modaycenter.com/

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S3E18. ARE YOU MAL-ILLUMINATED? - using light as a tool for healing, what a lack of full-spectrum UV can do + how red light therapy can help with BioLight Founder Dr. Mike Belkowski

Did you know you might be mal-illuminated? If you’re not getting enough exposure to full-spectrum UV light (aka soaking up some sun), your cells might not be working as well as they should. Here to *enlighten* us about how our bodies use UV light and how red light therapy can be beneficial is physical therapist and founder/CEO of BioLight, Dr. Mike Belkowski.

We’ll go over how red light and infrared light therapy works, some of the things it can be used for, and why we all probably need to get outside more. Let’s get juicy!

PS – Thanks to Dr. Mike, I started using a travel-sized red light device from his line called the Shine. I became a believer when my digestion was off the day we filmed this podcast, and he told me to put it directly on my stomach for 10 minutes and see if I felt a difference. Not only did my stomach ache get better – my mind felt calmer too, which he explained is because red light therapy works on the gut-brain axis. I’ve truly loved this device ever since and keep it next to my bed in case I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep (a few minutes on my forehead or stomach works like a charm to calm my mind down). I’ve also used it for headaches and a mood boost in the winter months!

If you feel inspired after hearing about red light and want to try the same device I use, BioLight extended code ORGANICOLIVIA (all caps) for a discount on any of their products.

Shop with code ORGANICOLIVIA: https://www.biolight.shop/?ref=oliviaamitrano

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    LET’S TALK LIBIDO - a conversation about sex and desire with Dr. Jill Blakeway

    This week’s episode features world renowned “fertility goddess” Dr. Jill Blakeway — an acupuncturist, clinical herbalist, and the author of 3 books including ‘Making Babies: A Proven 3-Month Program for Maximum Fertility.’ Instead of talking about fertility, which we’ll save for a part II, we’re taking a step back to basics by doing a deep dive into SEX ITSELF, where alllll of the juicy magic happens. Do you want to nourish your libido and improve your connection with your partner, even if it feels taboo or shameful to talk about at first? Nothing is off limits on today’s episode, where we’re having a REAL conversation offering actual solutions, including herbs, exercises you can do alone or with your partner, and even making a point to THINK about sex more throughout the day. We get into why many of us simply feel too exhausted, and what you can do from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective to boost your Qi and stop feeling stuck.

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    YUP, THAT’S A SIGN - mediums, dreams, unexplainable experiences, signs, and spirituality in 2020

    A lot of skeptics question psychics, mediums, and energy workers because it’s like, “why does this person think they’re special?” or “why should they be able to access it and not me?” But it’s not that at all! We’re all capable of connecting with energy—we just have to learn how to trust this gift within ourselves. Alea Lovely is our guest on today’s “out there” episode where we don’t hold back about spirituality, psychic dreams, how plants “speak to me”, unexplainable experiences (including that time Nick went into space and spoke to his grandmother and grandfather about the meaning of life) and the deeper lesson behind the chaos of 2020. We’re going there today, discussing angel numbers, how to recognize signs, getting in touch with your intuition and sixth sense, and so much more.

    This episode is a little more spiritual than most of our others, and I think it’s just what we all need to finish out the year.

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    THE SKIN EPISODE - cosmetic acupuncture instead of botox + upping your YIN to plump your SKIN

    This week on What’s the Juice Amrit Singh and I nerd out about cosmetic acupuncture as an alternative to botox, how to stimulate production of your OWN collagen (instead of just supplementing), hot baths for acne, and other uncommon techniques from Traditional Chinese Medicine. We’re covering several of my favorite topics: how emotional states can affect your physical meridians, how to protect your immune system, your lymphatic system, and the importance of your “Shen”. BTW your “Shen” symbolizes your spirit; it’s a combo of happiness, alignment, fulfillment, energy, and how you deeply nourish yourself. Amrit and I get specific about how you can improve your skin using a whole body perspective, because the truth is, even the priciest serum won’t give you that GLOW if your “Shen” isn’t nourished.

    We’re going more than skin deep with this episode, so get your notebooks ready and let’s get juicy!

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  4. S1E25

    HOW DO WE HEAL THE HOLES IN HEALTHCARE? - focusing on prevention with Dr. Berzin

    Life update: my mama is FINALLY home after 6 grueling months and we’re adapting to her post-COVID needs with help from her wonderful caregivers. It truly does take a village, and there’s no way I’d be able to cope without my community. That’s why this week, I decided to release my episode with Dr. Robin Berzin of Parsley Health where we explore the very real gaps in healthcare that have only become more apparent over this past year. How can we move to a prevention-focused model of medicine where patients genuinely feel heard and supported? How do we advocate for ourselves and our loved ones so that we’re seen as the complex humans we are with unique and individual needs? Dr. Berzin’s goal with her practice is to help us stop “living ourselves sick” by genuinely getting to know each patient for their unique lifestyle and needs, and identifying early symptoms related to common conditions like PCOS, hormonal/thyroid imbalances, autoimmune diseases, and more. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: modern medicine is incredible on so many levels, and yet there’s still room for improvement and integration as chronic disease only continues to rise. Dr. Berzin and her team are in the middle of a healthcare revolution, and I’m HERE FOR IT.

    1 hr 12 min Learn More
  5. S1E24

    LET'S TALK ABOUT HAIR LOSS – recovering after fever, stress & healthy immune support

    Friendly reminder: I am an herbalist, not a medical doctor. I love plants, PubMed, and combining tradition with science. My mission with this episode is to break down everything I know about post-COVID syndrome and get to the root of how we can fully heal our bodies after experiencing infection or prolonged periods of stress. In this episode I will share what I’ve learned from other professionals who are currently treating post-COVID syndrome.

    Post-COVID hair loss is something we’ve been hearing more and more about over the past few months, and has been at the top of my mind after hearing experiences from so many in the OO community. Today I’m going to share my perspective as an herbalist on the what, why, and how we can support our bodies as we recover and convalesce. We’ll chat about “Telogen Effluvium” (hair loss that shows up several months after a fever or infection), the effects of stress and how B vitamins get depleted, and why mushroom broth may help with post-infection immune dysregulation.

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    WHY BEING THE “GOOD GIRL” ISN’T SERVING YOU – how to break up with perfectionism ft. Majo Molfino

    Majo Molfino says that for thousands of years, women have been taught to be “good” instead of powerful. If you’ve ever struggled with self-judgment or feeling shame around your opinions, wants and needs — then this episode is for you. In her book, “Break The Good Girl Myth,” Majo identifies 5 myths we identify with at different levels, including the myth of perfection, the myth of rules, and more. Today you’ll be able to figure out which myth you resonate with most, what it’s costing you in your daily life, and how to break free from shame and perfectionism. And guess what? When we’re not as hard on ourselves, we’re not as hard on other women either; this is how we heal as a collective.

    1 hr 23 min Learn More
  7. S1E22

    HOLY SPIT - saliva’s role in cavities, the dangers of fluoride + why diet matters more than brushing

    If you’ve been trying to get your gut right without understanding the role your oral microbiome plays in overall health—this episode is for you. As it turns out, at lot more than just food goes down every time we swallow and we’re talking about it all with Dr. Mark Burhenne, aka Dr. B. Dr. B is a functional dentist who didn’t stop learning after he graduated from dental school. Instead, he chose to study the root cause of dental issues and get super familiar with one part of the body: The mouth. At the core of his learnings is the fact that the state of our oral microbiome directly affects our overall health.

    Dr. B’s bottom line: You can’t be healthy unless you’ve addressed your oral health.

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  8. S1E21

    WTF IS A VAGUS NERVE? - Dr. Stephanie Canestraro tells us how to test for pathogens

    Ever since getting COVID from my dad and experiencing GI symptoms as my main presentation, the microbiome has clearly been at the top of my mind. I just got my GI Map results back from my doctor (which is an advanced DNA based stool test that looks for overgrowths of different pathogens), and we found some interesting bugs which reinforce that oral/gut connection I’ve been stressing in recent episodes. We even found a bug that may actually be contributing to my recent neck pain – I’m telling you, it’s alllll connected!

    This episode could not come at a better time, as Dr. Stephanie Canestraro is here to bless us with some juicy tips on how she treats pesky gut infections and why the vagus nerve (the largest nerve in your body) is the key to keeping them away. After coming close to a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis and making a full recovery, Dr. Stephanie became passionate about the gut-brain connection, and is here to give us all the straight #facts about SIBO, bile salts, your microbiome and why oral care is imperative. Not only has she learned how to THRIVE with a sensitive system, she’s here to help us see the crucial connection between the gut and literally everything else — so buckle up for a deeply informative episode.

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  9. S1E20

    GETTING TO THE (BREATH) WORK — Maryam Ajayi on finding her calling through energy healing + breathwork

    It’s my honor to share this conversation with entrepreneur, reiki practitioner, activist and breathwork teacher Maryam Ajayi.

    Maryam is the founder of DiveInWell, an organization dedicated to fostering diversity in the wellness industry by bringing together thought leaders, influencers, and educators who have the power to create deep change through examining how they can show up in their business in terms of accessibility and inclusion. Her company began its legacy by hosting salons and events that foster the open and difficult conversations that must be shared around inclusion and allyship both publicly in the health and wellness world, and privately in our personal lives and circles. DiveInWell has completely rebranded in 2020 and is committed to providing not only massively valuable educational resources, but events, workshops, free swims and so much more.

    Maryam gives us all the juicy details in the pod as she shares her story, but here’s a quick sparknotes version: when her aspirations of becoming a young, Black, female Republican lobbyist stopped resonating, Maryam uprooted her life and moved from D.C. to NYC. One day, the universe truly had her back when she decided to splurge on a massage in hopes it would relieve her chronic pain. Little did she know, that seemingly innocent decision would completely change her life forever.

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    A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON ORAL HEALTH — Dr. Victoria's Research on the oral microbiome and secondary bacterial infections

    Most of us are taught to brush 2-3 times a day and floss regularly, but what we aren’t told is the whole story on WHY these practices are so important. Taking care of our mouths is more than just protecting our smile… it about boosting our immunity, protecting against autoimmune conditions, and preventing infection.

    Since Dr. Victoria has been furloughed during the COVID crisis, she’s dedicated her time to educating herself on the infection. Over the past few months, she’s connected the dots between the virus and common oral bacteria, leading her to create some compelling hypotheses about the role of bacterial superinfection in COVID complications.

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    A REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH DISEASE — Richard Mandelbaum's Herbal Philosophy

    THIS WEEK ON WHAT’S THE JUICE PODCAST

    Unless you’re new here, you’ve most likely heard me gush about my experience at ArborVitae School of Traditional Herbalism. Now, I haven’t always been a total herb nerd. This interest of mine was first ignited when I started buying supplements on Amazon and it quickly spiraled into a full-blown passion that just won’t quit!

    A few years ago I followed my gut to ArborVitae and I can say with 100% certainty that it was the right choice for me. I’ve learned SO much since I first started my program and it’s all thanks to my incredible, inspiring, brilliant teachers.

    This episode of What’s The Juice is a super special one for me because I get to introduce you to someone I’ve mentioned many times before: Richard Mandelbaum. Richard and Claudia Keel founded ArborVitae, and they’re the quintessential yin and yang team. In herbalism speak, where Claudia is the flower essence, Richard is the spleen qi… and they are both major herbalist GOALS.

    Richard’s classes are full of Chinese Medicine (be still my heart), and he’s always encouraging his students to look at human health in a balanced way. He’s a Leo — so it’s no wonder that I resonate with him — but it’s his Aquarius moon AND Aquarius rising that make him such an innovator. Not only did he co-found an herbalism school in New York City, he’s also playing a vital role in shifting the way modern medicine approaches Lyme disease.

    Ready to get schooled by Richard Mandelbaum? (You’re gonna love it — I swear!)

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  12. S1E16

    HOW TO SYNC YOUR LIFE WITH YOUR PERIOD — the "infradian rhythm" that no one's talking about

    Here’s the juice on this week’s pod guest: Alisa Vitti. Alisa is a wellness queen, researcher, and author, and in this episode of What’s The Juice, we talk all about biological cycles and something super eye opening: The Infradian Rhythm.

    Here’s what’s up with the infradian rhythm…

    Unlike the 24-hour circadian rhythm (which is the single natural rhythm for men), the infradian rhythm is a secondary 28-day cycle that affects six key systems in the reproductive-aged female body.

    The infradian rhythm impacts our:

    Brain
    Metabolism
    Immune system
    Microbiome
    Stress response system
    Reproductive system

    So yeah… It affects preeetty much everything. And because of this second natural rhythm, we are literally not the same person week after week. In any given month, we will experience four different biological phases that can be embraced and optimized, making us the most creative, productive, badass versions of ourselves!

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  13. S1E15

    WHO IS SHE? MEET THE HERB - Avena Sativa: to replenish your adrenals & restore frazzled nerves

    Welcome back to another installment of WHO IS SHE. This week we’re getting to know a plant I think we can all vibe with right now… it’s our girl, AVENA SATIVA.

    So, technically our girl avena sativa isn’t an adaptogen but she totally moonlights as one. Avena is actually a nervine that responds well to adaptogens so she’s often combined with them so she can work her healing magic. She’s nourishing, lubricating, and gentle… so it shouldn’t be a surprise to learn that she’s one of the most comforting foods I can think of: Oatmeal.

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  14. S1E14

    WHO IS SHE? MEET THE HERB - Agrimony: for liver health, gut dysbiosis, and jaw tension

    Well, the time has come and this episode is just me, my microphone, and my herbalism school notes…. And I gotta admit, I freaking loved recording this episode because it gave me the opportunity to spill the juice on something I’m so so SO passionate about. As if it wasn’t already clear that talking about herbs turns me into a serious Nerd with a capital N, this episode totally gives me away.

    Okay, so here are some fast facts about agrimony…

    Agrimony’s general profile:

    It’s a part of the rose family
    It’s a liver support herb (In fact, its common name is ‘liverwort’. Cute, right?)
    It’s an astringent, so it’s cooling and drying
    Its flavor is bitter, pungent, with a mild sweet and sour

    Are you ready? Because I’m about to go into full-on herbalist mode and I hope you’re here for it!

    41 min Learn More
  15. S1E13

    WHEN SPIRIT AND SCIENCE COLLIDE — DR. DANI'S JOURNEY TO HEALING HER BRAIN

    Episode #13 of What’s The Juice? is packed with real stories that I hope will inspire you to dig deep and get in touch with your intuition and inherent healing powers. To say I was moved AF barely scratches the surface of all the feels that came up for me during this conversation with Dr. Dani Olsen… and I just can’t wait for you to hear all about what she does and some absolutely incredible experiences she’s had.

    Dr. Dani Olsen is a real-life unicorn. She’s a chiropractor, craniosacral therapist, reiki master, intuitive, qigong practitioner, and is currently studying somiatry (body/mind/spirit healing). Pretty legit, right?

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  16. S1E12

    IS "DAMPNESS" MESSING WITH YOUR DIGESTION? — TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE'S TAKE ON GUT DYSBIOSIS & LIVER HEALTH

    This week, on What’s the Juice, I’m joined by Dr. Kara of Aculand Acupuncture for a very timely episode all about the gut, digestion, dampness, and gut dysbiosis — exactly the topics we need to focus on right now. We also give a juicy introduction to the Qi. Qi is the term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to describe your body’s vital life energy. It’s necessary for all life processes: proper organ function, circulation of blood, metabolism of body fluid, warming the body, defending against illness, and transforming food into energy. This episode specifically covers liver Qi stagnation. What lifestyle choices are we making that disrupt our live Qi? What are the most common symptoms? What herbs have been shown to be beneficial?

    We also cover several self acupuncture points that help us regenerate our Qi, plus tips on keeping our digestive fires going strong.

    This is a concentrated episode with a lot of useful information packed into a nerdy conversation. I hope you love it!

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  17. S1E11

    LEARN YOUR HUMAN DESIGN TYPE — how to understand your human design helps us show up in life

    In episode #11 we learn all about the foundation of Human Design from a true expert, Erin Claire Jones. To get every last ounce out of this episode, you need to do one quick thing before we dive in… Get your free personal Human Design Chart HERE. To kick things off, Erin Claire Jones gives us an overview on what Human Design is and what it does. In short, it’s a self awareness tool that can help you make decisions and show you if you’re on the right path. One thing I LOVE about Human Design is that it’s basically a gateway to knowing yourself. It’s similar to astrology in the sense that it peels back the layers to reveal who we are and how we work, allowing us to get into a flow where we can exist with less pushing and resistance … and damn, if I don’t need more of that in my life!

    Human Design draws from other systems like astrology, Kabbalah, quantum physics, genetics, bio physics, and MORE. I absolutely love this because it totally reflects my personal philosophy as an herbalist. I don’t practice just one thing! I pull from Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, Western herbal medicine, etc. and create my own way of doing things.

    1 hr 54 min Learn More
  18. S1E10

    HOW TO WORK THROUGH FAMILY TRAUMA (with horses) – unmasking generational shame

    I’m back and this week I’m sharing a life-changing conversation I had with an incredibly healing woman. Matisse and I talk about a ground-breaking treatment she’s been using on her horse farm up in Garrison, NY: Horse Constellation Therapy. This episode is a deep dive into the soul of this modality that is a potent blend of ancestral therapy, ceremony, and western psychotherapy. Matisse is cooking up some serious magic over at Two Moons Ranch and we get into the details of how she uses soulful space to offer equine-assisted facilitation work for leadership development, creativity, and deep ancestral healing.

    We live in a culture where some would say that we overshare, in a sense… but I think we’re so tired of repressing things that we’re ready to let things go. We’re ready to talk about them. And this gives us a really wonderful, structured way to do that and a safe place.

    1 hr 37 min Learn More
  19. S1E09

    NOT AN ANNOYING SELF-HELP EPISODE - how to actually take action and get unstuck through experimentation & play

    In Episode 5 we learned that 2020 is a year of completion — the year to wrap up old stories and patterns, and close the door on anything that is holding us back from our next level. Today’s episode is an honest yet daringly playful guide to HOW you can let go of fear and start your new story. If you’ve been feeling stuck or frustrated, like you’re standing in your own way but just can’t take the first step, this is for you. Katharine Hargreaves, founder of The Fearless Experiment teaches us (with full-on gusto) that so much of our fear is actually just blocked excitement. That there’s a part of us just dying to run and jump into the unknown even if we find a million reasons not to. She explains her method of challenging yourself to simply take action by (a) starting with the smallest first step possible, and (b) telling people you trust to hold you accountable. She explains why pressuring yourself to be the “problem solver” is really just a mechanism of survival that we got stuck in along the way; that we should care a lot more about getting to KNOW the problem first rather than judging how well we employ a solution. We need to learn how to hold ourselves in the mystery… experimentation is valuable play, and if we could stop taking ourselves so seriously, we’d do it a lot more. Sometimes the solution you’re seeking looks a lot different than originally expected, but you’ll never know until you act.

    1 hr 25 min Learn More
  20. S1E08

    THE MOST NOURISHING WAY TO CONSUME HERBS - how to make infusions for thyroid health, energy & more

    Introducing herbal medicine into your life doesn’t have to be intimidating! Simply understanding the basics of “herbalism 101” — including the different “classes” of herbs — will empower you to understand your body in a whole new way. Today, Olivia sits down with fellow herbalist Traci Donat of Simples Tonics, to talk about the most nourishing way to get started in your kitchen: by making herbal infusions. We go over the top plants we like to use and what each of them benefits most (for example Schizandra infusions for ‘leaky energy’ and ‘mental diarrhea’ where the brain can’t fully “form” thoughts, Oatstraw infusions for dry skin and joints, and Burdock infusions for liver and lymphatic health). More than anything, we emphasize how simple it is to steep these herbs in a mason jar overnight and reap the incredible nutritional benefits. As a bonus, at the top of the episode Olivia covers a mini lesson where she explains the three ways that herbalists meet a plant and get to know its actions. What can a bitter taste in a plant tell you? What does it mean if a plant is pungent and spicy? What’s the difference between an adaptogen and a nervine? Fellow plant enthusiasts and lovers of learning, this one is for you!

    1hr 35 min Learn More
  21. S1E07

    STRESS PART 2 – how to get out of fight or flight mode and improve sleep, digestion, & libido

    Get ready for part two of our debut episode, The Stress Bible. This week we’re diving even deeper into “sympathetic dominance” (chronic fight or flight mode) and what impact this has on the body physiologically. When you can’t calm down, you can’t “secrete” properly (both hormones and fluids) meaning you may have issues sleeping, digesting, eliminating, or getting horny. Olivia and Nick get personal and candid about what puts them in fight or flight mode and how they cope — especially when they feel guilty for resting. We discuss our generation’s obsession with productivity plus the oh so nuanced PERCEIVED stress (and how to flip the script mentally). Stress can be a huge catalyst for change, so using it wisely and seeing it differently is key to overcoming it. Throughout the episode, we’re constantly talking about hacks and tools you can use to spend more time in PARAsympathetic mode (rest and digest – which is the opposite of sympathetic dominance). These range from CBD and herbs all the way to simply using your own breath. This episode is for those of you who simply can’t relax and feel like you’re always “on.” As a society, we’re forgetting how to slow down and sit with ourselves, so give yourself an intentional break and listen to this episode while taking some deeeeeep belly breaths. You deserve it.

    1 hr 39 min Learn More
  22. S1E06

    LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE IS THE MISSING LINK - more on brain detox, fatigue, facial puffiness, and Alzheimer's

    *PROMOCODE: use LYMPHATIC15 for 15% off Digestive Juice and Not Your Average Probiotic on my site: https://www.organicolivia.com/*

    #06 On this episode I sit down with another lovely leo, Lisa Levitt Gainsley of The Lymphatic Message. We’re learning about the lymphatic system. What it is (your body’s largest circulatory system), what it’s responsible for, how it plays a role in digestion, brain detox, waste clearance, hormone health…. AND the major connection between the lymph and diseases like Alzheimer’s, Crohn’s, and Ulcerative colitis. Lisa and I have a natural chemistry, so join us as we get the juice on how to move your lymph.

    Mainstream wellness trends are only beginning to talk about the life changing Lymphatic system, but ancient systems of medicine such as TCM or Ayurveda, have always seen it as one of the first places to look for stagnation when the body is ill. This episode will help you detect signs of Lymph stagnation/dysfunction, and you’ll learn how to make sure it’s optimized through food, exercise, and at-home self massage. Plus, I list some amazing Ayurveda herbs and foods at the top of the show.

    1 hr 29 min Learn More
  23. S1E05

    IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S YOUR SIGN - a 2020 astrology update w/ Danielle Paige

    This is the last week to use code WHATSTHEJUICE for 15% off my herbal formulas Peace Juice and Adrenal Recovery: www.organicolivia.com/shop

    Ep. #05: On today’s episode, I sit down with astrologer Danielle Paige to talk about all things energy, astrology, and the not-so-hidden messages behind our dreams. Have you ever wondered what’s “written in the stars,” aka your birth chart, beyond your zodiac sign? Do you feel a bit psychic, like your intuition is a little TOO spot on? Have you been warned about the famous “Saturn Return” in your late 20s? We’re exploring these topics and more as Danielle gives me a live reading, shares a 2020 energy update (including why January was SO INTENSE), and breaks down astrology far beyond a simple horoscope. We’re getting esoteric today, so get ready for a juicy ride. (Oh, and I hope you get a laugh out of Nick and I roasting the zodiac signs at the top of the episode. Love you all no matter what I said about your sign xoxo)

    2 hr 25 min Learn More
  24. S1E04

    ARE YOU CODEPENDENT OR NAH? - diving deep into relationship health, boundaries, intimacy, and resentment

    On this episode, I sit down with Tana Espino, a licensed therapist and relationship coach. My personal goal is to become a healthier person all around — healthier in terms of my habits, my diet, and perhaps most importantly, my behavior & relationships. On this episode we cover codependency (aka “people addiction”), boundaries, attachment, and control. How attached is too attached? How can we learn to self-soothe and decrease anxiety in our relationships? How can we become happier individually so that we can come together as an even stronger unit? We’re going deep today, so get ready for a juicy ride.

    1 hr 31 min Learn More
  25. S1E03

    ADDRESSING GENERATIONAL TRAUMA w/ DR. ZELINA - and why healing is more than physical

    What role does spiritual wellness play in the healing of the physical? In this week’s episode Olivia sits down with Dr. Zelina Medina, who became a doctor of acupuncture after being diagnosed with the autoimmune disease lupus. Together we explore the steps she took to heal, and chat about the root cause of autoimmunity through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. While changing her diet made a huge difference, she credits her progress even more so to shamanic medicine ceremonies such as soul retrieval in order to tackle the many layers of disease. Dr. Z explains that a part of the soul gets lost, or detached from the self, when we experience childhood trauma — this affects us physically, and even gets passed on generationally. Luckily the science is catching up, and thanks to tools like the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) questionnaire, we now have concrete evidence that early emotional trauma can increase your risk for chronic illness later in life. If you’re someone who likes to connect the dots, this episode will validate and hopefully inspire you.

    LINKS:

    @Organic_Olivia

    Dr. Z Meditation Circles: http://acuvidaacupuncture.com/events-1

    Chart for acupressure: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324699.php

    Lupus Alternative Therapies That Work: https://www.amazon.com/Lupus-Alternative-Therapies-That-Work/dp/0892818891

    Full Article: https://www.organicolivia.com/?p=154260

    1 hr 8 min Learn More
  26. S1E02

    DR. G SPILLS THE GREEN TEA - cancer discoveries, hormone imbalance & getting back to nature

    *LISTENER OFFER* Use code ‘whatsthejuice’ for 15% off Peace Juice and my Adrenal Recovery Formula 🙂

    Olivia interviews naturopathic doctor Dr. Christian Gonzalez to better understand the importance of hormone balance when it comes to cancer prevention. Why should we look out for hormone disruption early in life? What are some common signs of estrogen dominance in women? What are the simple steps we can take TODAY to foster balance? Dr. G shares his top 5 tips for cancer prevention (including why green tea is so important), and gives us the juice about everything from heavy metals, food industry corruption, and tampons all the way to telomeres, eating late and breast self-exams. We also go over your best options for hormone testing and why he recommends yearly thermography.

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    Our mutual teacher Dr. Jody Noe who also specializes in integrative cancer care: https://www.drjodyenoe.com/
    Quadruple-tested green tea screened for heavy metals: Pique Tea
    Our favorite hormone test that utilizes urine and saliva and covers estrogen detox pathways: https://dutchtest.com/
    Water Filter: Berkey Filters
    Dr. G’s Post on Protein Powders
    Dr. Jolene Brighten, a naturopathic doctor and hormone expert who we love: https://www.instagram.com/drjolenebrighten/
    Dr. Brighten’s Book (must-read): Beyond the Pill
    The Toxins That Affected Your Great-Grandparents Could Be In Your Genes: read article
    You are what your grandmother ate (Intergenerational impacts of prenatal nourishment): via Science Daily
    Casomorphins in dairy: study

    1 hr 8 min Learn More
  27. S1E01

    THE STRESS BIBLE & WHY YOU’RE EXHAUSTED - optimizing sleep, melatonin, brain detox, and your adrenals

    **Podcast Offer** Use code whatsthejuice for 15% off Peace Juice and my Adrenal Recovery Formula as a thank you for listening.

    Class is in session with this foundational episode that will help you understand the importance of every topic and interview ahead. We always hear that “stress” and “inflammation” are at the root of every illness, and that’s why we believe there’s power in learning the actual mechanisms by which they affect us. When we know what “stress” is and how to recognize it in the body, only then can we understand the steps needed to flip the script (and why genuine lifestyle changes are more valuable than any pill). Wellness doesn’t need to be expensive, and more than anything we need to change the way we treat ourselves. In this episode, Olivia unpacks the FOUR TRIGGERS that impact your body’s built-in stress response system, the “HPA axis.” This system includes your adrenals, and helps us explain why chronic fatigue is exploding. Expect to hear advice on sleep hygiene, optimizing melatonin production, brain detoxification, strengthening herbs for empathic people who are drained by their environment, as well as some eclectic takes on blue light, sunglasses, and your chakras.

    Links:

    The Brain That Changes Itself: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Brain_that_Changes_Itself
    My Flow Balance formula: https://www.organicolivia.com/product/flow-balance/
    My teacher, the incredible Claudia Keel: http://www.earthflower.org/
    My articles about the brain’s growth hormone and how to support brain health:
    9 Ways To Naturally Increase Your Brain’s Growth Hormone
    How Leg Muscle Protects Your Brain via BDNF
    My Brain Juice formula for brain health and BDNF support: Brain Juice
    Brain detox & jaw clenching connection: DR. SARAH CARNES on Brain Detox via Melatonin
    My favorite blue-light-blocking glasses: Swanwick Sleep
    Blue Light Blocking Phone Screen
    Flux Software for your computer to protect your eyes from blue light

    1 hr 2 min Learn More
  28. E0S1

    Introducing WHAT'S THE JUICE PODCAST – Episode #00 – The Candid Pilot

    It’s been a minute, but I promise I’ve been MIA for a reason. Over the last few months, I made a podcast for you that I put my heart & soul into. New year, new decade, new level, new us… It’s about to get JUICY.

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