What's The Juice Olivia Amitrano

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.
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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
 
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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
 
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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
 
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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.
 
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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 
 
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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
 
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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  
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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
 
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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
 
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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
 
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