

What's The Juice
Olivia Amitrano
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.
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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Jul 19, 2022 • 1h 18min
HOW TO FIX YOUR PERIOD - how to support your hormones, improve your period symptoms, and feel better for free with "Period Girl" Nicole Jardim
Ep 56. We all know one thing our periods (or lack thereof) can tell us: whether or not we're pregnant. But this week's guest is Nicole Jardim (aka "Period Girl") is here to teach us that mensturation tells us SO much more about our overall health. Nicole is a certified Women's Health Coach, author of the book Fix Your Period, and host of The Period Party podcast. In this episode, we cover how and why to track your periods, what they don't tell you about birth control, why ovulation is important for overall health, plus we're giving you three free ways you support your hormones - TODAY. Let's get juiiiicy! Nicole's Instagram HERE Nicole's Podcast HERE My new Instagram HERE Shop herbal formulas HERE

Jul 12, 2022 • 1h 23min
BEYOND BIRTH CONTROL - tracking your menstrual cycle, reproductive empowerment + ways to take control of your fertility and health with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Ep 55. This week's guest is Lisa Hendrickson-Jack. Lisa is the creator of the Fertility Friday blog & podcast and the best-selling author of The Fifth Vital Sign. She is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and a Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner. This conversation is a reminder that our bodies are powerful and remarkable, and they are expert communicators. We just have to learn to be better listeners. So honored to share my conversation with Lisa as she walks us through the basics of tracking fertility and so many tips for supporting menstrual health. Whether you're trying to get pregnant or avoid it, this method might just change your life. No hormones, no pills, no side effects—just you TRULY getting to know how your body works. Lisa's website HERE Lisa's Instagram HERE Lisa's Podcast HERE Shop herbal formulas HERE

Jul 5, 2022 • 1h 4min
HOW TO GET "UNSTUCK" AND MOVE YOUR LIVER QI - a Chinese Medicine breakdown with real life tips for hormones, PMS, frustration, and emotional waves
Ep 54. Got hormone complaints? Feeling super frustrated and bloated before your period? Does it sometimes feel like you're 'stuck' in life and can't quite see your vision for the future or how to execute it? Is alcohol feeling harder and harder on your body as you get older? Let's talk about the Liver meridian in Chinese Medicine, and how something called "Liver Qi Stagnation" affects us all today because of our modern, fast-paced, often stressful lives. We've got you with a full breakdown AND the antidote — ways to help your Liver Qi flow free and smooth, so that you feel more emotionally balanced, have better periods, and can let out your anger and emotions in a healthier way when stressed. Plus, we've got an extra special guest from Team OO this week – our Director of Digital Marketing, Mina Hadjian is on the mic with me to help translate this complex TCM convo to real-life situations – like a friend in the room with us that always asks the best questions :) We're talking about why Liver Qi Stagnation is so common, how it's connected to your hormones, what signs to look out for, and what happens if you ignore your body's signals and let things fester. Most importantly, you'll walk away with tangible steps to help support your liver and hormones. Let's get juicy! Check out our new Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE

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Jun 28, 2022 • 1h 16min
BEANS, HIGH CORTISOL AND CAFFEINE - how beans can bind and lower stress hormones + breaking down the biochemistry with "Bean Queen" Karen Hurd
Biochemistry expert Karen Hurd discusses the health benefits of beans, focusing on how soluble fiber in beans helps remove toxins and lower stress hormones. She explains the cellular process of toxin removal, improvement in health concerns like endometriosis and PCOS, and the impact of beans on stress hormones and caffeine intake.

Jun 21, 2022 • 2h 21min
FROM WELLNESS EXTREMES TO A HEALTHY FOUNDATION - why getting back to basics, saying no to fads and fueling our bodies is the medicine women need with Nina Passero, FDN-P
Nina Passero, a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, discusses her challenging health journey and the remedies that made a lasting difference. They cover topics like hormone health, birth control risks, cycle literacy, the importance of fueling the body properly, incorporating collagen and bone broth for healing, and getting back to basics for nourishment.

Jun 14, 2022 • 1h 14min
YOUR BLOOD SUGAR MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK - the impact of glucose levels on hormones, weight, energy and more + 5 hacks with Glucose Goddess
Ep 51. Did you know that 90% of healthy, non-diabetics experience harmful blood glucose spikes from common foods like breakfast cereals? And that no matter how optimal your fasted labs are, the extent of your blood sugar fluctuations throughout the day can determine the health of your hormones and inflammation? That means blood sugar matters for all of us, and there's so much you can do to balance it *today,* without spending a dime. What if we told you you could regulate your glucose levels, increase your energy, burn more fat, reduce sugar cravings, experience more regular cycles, improve your skin health, and so much more…all while still getting to eat the things you love? Well, it's possible to have your cake and eat it, too—and this week's guest is spilling (almost) all of her easy food hacks (along with the science to back them up) to help get your body back on track. You're not gonna want to miss the absolutely delightful Glucose Goddess herself, biochemist Jessie Inchauspé. Let's get juicy! New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Glucose Goddess's Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE

Feb 9, 2022 • 1h 4min
[BONUS EP] MEET THE HERB: ROSE MEDICINE - why rose is the heart opening herb of the year, here to heal the collective after a period of grief + change
Ep 50. Rose: the herb that shows us how to feel again. Coming 2/12/22 on organicolivia.com Blogs mentioned in this episode: The Year of the Rose: Rose Benefits in Herbal Medicine Rose Petals for Liver Qi Stagnation + Hormone Health in Chinese Medicine What Are Shen Tonics? Herbs That Settle a Lost Sprit + Restless Heart New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE

Nov 15, 2021 • 1h 54min
A DOSE OF SELF-AWARENESS - the story of my 28th birthday smack in the face feat. Nick, psilocybin mushrooms and 3 weeks off work
Ep 49. 2020 and 2021 changed my entire perspective on life, and I think I'm learning how to human again. In this ep, I'm joined by my fiancé Nick to talk about the incredible, challenging, eye-opening awakening that I went through during three weeks away from work and social media. We're talking about how your life's work isn't just the job you do, how your perception of self can sometimes smack you in the face, and how two specific books combine with psilocybin mushrooms resulted in a world of realizations for me. Let's get juicy ! Complete Show notes HERE New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE

Nov 8, 2021 • 52min
FROM MENTAL ILLNESS TO MENTAL WELLNESS - Dr. Amen talks brain scans, why SSRIs work for some and not others, grief, essential oils, THC + more!
Ep 48. Mental health IS physical health. Period. This week, we're joined by Dr. Daniel Amen—psychiatrist, brain health expert, and bestselling author. We're talking about brain scan technology that can literally show us what mental health looks like; the effects of SSRIs, marijuana, and alcohol on the brain; grief & depression; essential oils; and so much more. Let's get juicy and make brain health cool! Complete show notes HERE New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Dr. Amen's Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE

Nov 1, 2021 • 1h 3min
THE SUN & SHADOW SIDE OF YOUR SIGN -chatting intuitive astrology, life lessons, and her Lyme Disease + bee venom therapy journey w/ Lily Ashwell
Ep 47. One of the best lessons in life is discovering that you are not tied to any singular path—it's never too late to change your course. This week's guest is artist and creative expander Lily Ashwell. Former clothing designer turned intuitive astrologist and oracle card creator, she's the embodiment of pursuing your heart's calling. We'll start with the wake-up call that led to a drastic career change and end with breaking down the best and most…shall we say...complicated traits of each astrology sign. Let's get juicy! Complete show notes HERE New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Lily's Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE


