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Ep 121. 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/

Ep 120. 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

Ep 119. 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

Ep 118. 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

Sah D'Simone discusses the importance of nurturing relationships for a fulfilling life, emphasizing the need for human connection and facing conflicts. He explores the impact of authenticity, integrity, vulnerability, and genuine connections in relationships. Sah reflects on embracing grief openly, prioritizing relationships over material possessions, and the transformative power of presence and compassion in fostering meaningful connections.

Ep 116. 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

Functional dietitian Michelle Shapiro discusses histamine intolerance, the connection to MCAS, and the challenges of diagnosis. She shares her own journey with mysterious symptoms post-COVID and mold exposure, highlighting the immune system's role in overdrive. Topics include long COVID implications, the physical manifestations of histamine intolerance, and the interconnected nature of conditions like POTS and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

Ep 114. 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  

Meet Katharine Hargreaves, a practitioner of West African divination, as she shares ancient rituals to find answers without psychedelics. Learn about nature rituals for clarity, incorporating elements like ocean water and honey, and how nature can be as powerful as psychedelics. Explore the transformative power of lightning, ancestral connections, and reconnecting broken lineages through rituals.

Author and healthy living advocate Liz Moody discusses practical wellness habits rooted in psychology, including rewiring neural pathways for happiness, building self-confidence through a 'bill of rights,' and the power of intentional decision-making. She also touches on the importance of authenticity in relationships, the impact of time constraints on productivity, and tips for a successful sobriety journey.