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Ep 128. 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

Dr. Laura Gouge, a naturopathic physician and experienced advocate for ADHD, discusses her insights on this often misunderstood neurodiverse condition. She explores how ADHD can manifest differently across genders and life stages, reframing it as an 'interest-based nervous system.' The conversation addresses time blindness, hyper-focus, and effective strategies for navigating ADHD challenges. Laura also emphasizes the importance of dietary choices and self-compassion, tying the conversation to managing emotional well-being and nurturing one's unique strengths.

Ep 126. 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

Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Fiona Smith, shares insights on gut-brain health, ADHD management, and gluten intolerance. She discusses symptom journaling, immune system challenges in children, non-celiac gluten reactions, and managing Hashimotos with a gluten-free diet. Fiona highlights the importance of nutrient-dense eating, mental health impacts of gluten, and strategies for individuals with ADHD to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Ep 124. 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, an 18-year-old science communicator and health coach, dives into the misunderstood roles of carbohydrates in insulin resistance, PCOS, and type 2 diabetes. He challenges the outdated belief that carbs are the culprits, highlighting the impact of excess dietary fat instead. Calvin explains how saturated fats can cause more inflammation than plant fats and discusses the true mechanisms behind insulin resistance, emphasizing dietary changes and personal advocacy to improve metabolic health.

Courtney Swan, a real food activist, discusses the truth about GMOs and navigating corruption in the food system. She explains the impact of genetically modified crops, lobbying, monocropping, and seed oils. Courtney emphasizes supporting farmers, reducing seed oil consumption, and choosing healthier food options to combat food system corruption.

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