Wholistic Living

Marla Pietruszko

Wholistic Living is a podcast focused on teaching you how to understand and heal your body by addressing the root cause of chronic illness. After years of struggling with PCOS, severe IBS, eczema, psoriasis, mold toxicity, and thyroid issues, I spent countless appointments with doctors and specialists only to feel worse and without answers. When I finally turned to a holistic approach, I didn’t just manage symptoms. I healed them. Today, I am completely symptom free and thriving. With over 15 years of education in biology and holistic health, I now help others reclaim their health through education, science-backed holistic strategies, and lifestyle changes. Each episode breaks down how the body works, why symptoms appear, and what you can do to nourish, support, and heal it naturally. Tune in weekly to learn how to create balance, restore health, and live fully in alignment with your body.

  1. Aug 19

    Episode 129: Glyphosate, Autoimmune & America’s Cancer Belt

    Could one of the most widely used herbicides in America be connected to rising rates of cancer? In this episode, we explore the growing body of research surrounding glyphosate, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, leukemia, and cancer rates across the United States. We take a closer look at Iowa and other agricultural states, where heavy glyphosate use overlaps with elevated rates of certain cancers, and discuss what researchers have found about glyphosate exposure and blood cancers. We also examine CDC biomonitoring data showing how widespread glyphosate exposure is among Americans, including children.You’ll learn about the potential mechanisms researchers are investigating, including oxidative stress, DNA damage, immune dysfunction, inflammation, and gut microbiome disruption, and why reducing unnecessary pesticide exposure may be an important part of a long-term approach to health.In this episode: Glyphosate use across the United StatesIowa, agricultural regions, and cancer ratesGlyphosate and non-Hodgkin lymphomaThe research on glyphosate and leukemiaCDC findings on glyphosate exposure in adults and childrenHow glyphosate may contribute to oxidative stress and inflammationPotential effects on the gut microbiome and immune systemPractical ways to reduce everyday pesticide exposureIf you've ever wondered how environmental chemicals may influence cancer risk, immune health, and chronic disease, this episode is for you. Save 15-30% OFF my favourite protein with code 'MARLA': https://www.equipfoods.com/MARLA Clearly Filtered water filters (code CFPartner for 10% off): https://get.aspr.app/SH1oJ3  Beef organ sticks and beef tallow(code 'MARLA'): https://lineageprovisions.com/MARLA Work with me: https://holisticspring.com/contact

  2. Jul 8

    Episode 126: Is Childhood Obesity a Form of Child Neglect?

    Childhood obesity has become so common that many of us have stopped recognizing it as the serious health issue it is. In this episode, I'm tackling one of the most controversial conversations in modern parenting: what responsibility do adults have when it comes to the health of the children they raise?This isn't about body shaming or blaming parents. It's about understanding that children don't buy groceries, prepare meals, or control the food environment they're raised in. As parents and caregivers, we have an incredible opportunity and responsibility to nourish growing bodies with foods that support healthy brains, hormones, immune systems, and lifelong metabolic health.We'll discuss why childhood obesity is about far more than appearance, how ultra-processed foods are affecting children's health, and the small changes families can make to set their kids up for a healthier future.If you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or simply someone who cares about the next generation, this is an episode that will challenge you to think differently about what it truly means to care for a child's health.In this episode, you'll learn: Why childhood obesity is a health issue, not a cosmetic one.How the home food environment shapes lifelong eating habits.The hidden health consequences of ultra-processed diets in children.Practical ways to nourish your family without striving for perfection.Why leading by example is one of the most powerful things a parent can do.This episode may be uncomfortable, but the conversations that matter most often are. Save 15-30% OFF my favourite protein with code 'MARLA': https://www.equipfoods.com/MARLA Clearly Filtered water filters (code CFPartner for 10% off): https://get.aspr.app/SH1oJ3  60 Day Gut Reset ($200 OFF) - https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1716725/checkout/order_52y48hdz?coupon_code=SECRETOFFER

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Wholistic Living is a podcast focused on teaching you how to understand and heal your body by addressing the root cause of chronic illness. After years of struggling with PCOS, severe IBS, eczema, psoriasis, mold toxicity, and thyroid issues, I spent countless appointments with doctors and specialists only to feel worse and without answers. When I finally turned to a holistic approach, I didn’t just manage symptoms. I healed them. Today, I am completely symptom free and thriving. With over 15 years of education in biology and holistic health, I now help others reclaim their health through education, science-backed holistic strategies, and lifestyle changes. Each episode breaks down how the body works, why symptoms appear, and what you can do to nourish, support, and heal it naturally. Tune in weekly to learn how to create balance, restore health, and live fully in alignment with your body.

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