Pursuit of Wellness

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Paul Saladino, a leading expert on the animal-based diet and advocate for nutrition in autoimmune health, challenges conventional views on food. He delves into why women should consider meat in their diets, critiques the often-overlooked toxicity of certain plants, and exposes the shortcomings of Western medicine in understanding nutrition. Saladino also shares insights on the benefits of raw dairy and organ meats, urging a shift towards more holistic dietary choices for better health.

In this insightful discussion, fitness expert Sal Di Stefano shares his knowledge on the vital role of strength training, especially for women, while debunking muscle gain myths. Wellness guru Shawn Stevenson digs into intuitive eating and the significance of nutrition in sustainable weight loss. They highlight the importance of personal health over societal ideals and introduce the concept of obesogens affecting weight management. Listeners will uncover practical tips for enhancing gut health and fostering a supportive community on their fitness journeys.

In this episode, Fi and co-host share personal journeys, including fertility challenges and mental health. They dive into their experiences with Ozempic, discussing its impact on emotional wellness and relationships with food. Drake Peterson, the producer who leads a secret life as a pop star, adds an intriguing twist to the conversation. The hosts also announce an upcoming book club and discuss the fun vibe of "brat summer," while reflecting on the importance of self-care and community support.

Join Sara Douglas and Kristina Velkova, founders of Vitaclean, as they dive into the surprising effects of hard water on skin and hair. They share their journey, sparked by a humorous plumbing issue, to create effective filtration solutions. Discover the transformative benefits of shower water filtration, along with insights into entrepreneurship and the unique challenges faced by female founders. The duo also discusses the importance of scents in enhancing shower rituals and the personal touch of wellness in winter activities.

In this entertaining podcast, the hosts discuss the creation of a new energy drink, navigating haters, providing relationship advice, and offering motivation for female entrepreneurs. They also touch on the importance of balancing health and flavor, the use of artificial sweeteners, and share personal updates on fertility. Tune in for a candid and intimate conversation with the founders.

Comedian Hannah Berner shares career evolution, relationship advice, self-love tips, and feminist comedy empowerment. Topics cover wellness routines, sponsored products, body image, food choices, comedy journey, and humorous conversations on relationships and beauty.

The podcast covers managing relationships, fitness plateaus, imposter syndrome, and fertility updates. The host shares tips for staying healthy while traveling and updates on new Bloom products. Also discusses supporting friends through fertility struggles and dealing with insecurities.

Former NFL conditioning coach and sleep expert, Todd Anderson, shares insights on optimizing sleep with bedroom hacks and innovative alarm clocks. Topics include 'sleep divorce,' therapy, silk pillowcases, tools for better sleep, cortisol misconceptions, sleep apnea, mental health, napping, and jet lag strategies.

Ep. #114 Hello POW girls and POW boys! Welcome to our first-ever mobile recording of the Pursuit of Wellness Podcast, broadcasting from a cozy Airbnb in Long Island's North Fork. Today, I'm joined by Fi for another girl chat! We'll dive into Fi's thrilling adventures in Italy and her experiences with Ozempic abroad, along with my unexpected window mishap and getaway from Austin's scorching heat. Join us for candid conversations about gut health, skincare, navigating relationships, and the delightful journey of making new friendships in your 30s.Leave Me a Message - click here!For Mari’s Instagram click here!For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here!For Mari’s Newsletter click here!For Fi's Instagram click here!For POW Brand Promo Codes click here!Sponsored By:  Visit clearstemskincare.com and use code POW at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Again, that’s code POW for 20% off your first purchase on clearstemskincare.com. So, if you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me and use POW to get $100 off your Lumen.  Listeners of my show can save $250 by going to mylifeforce.com/pow. Give Lifeforce a try and find out what the healthiest version of yourself is capable of. Show Links: Bloom Colostrum  Canon G7X  Topics Discussed 01:39 - Fi’s Italy trip  07:14 - Being on ozempic in Italy  14:50 - Eating local fresh food 15:34 - Mari’s window explosion & escaping the Austin heat  19:01 - Enjoying the North Fork 20:18 - Gut rebuilding and skin health  24:20 - Dog update 25:25 - Fi’s relationship updates 27:45 - Breast implants 30:50 - Fertility update 34:15 - Instagram photo camera 36:07 - Creating friendships in your 30s 40:15 - North Fork sourdough recommendations  40:42 - The imposter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. # 113 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, my most visited guest Max Lugavere is back for his third episode! Today he is filling us in on his recent documentary Little Empty Boxes inspired by his mother’s diagnosis. We really get deep into the subject of dementia and Alzheimers and talk about contributing factors, prevention, and even how diet plays a role. Getting even more personal, Max shares more about his upbringing in New York and how both his and his mother’s diet and lifestyles have changed over the course of the last decade. Today’s episode is great for anyone who has a loved one with dementia, or for anyone looking to maintain brain health!Leave Me a Message - click here!For Mari’s Instagram click here!For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here!For Mari’s Newsletter click here!Watch Little Empty Boxes click here!For Max’s Instagram click here!For Max’s Podcast click here!For POW Brand Promo Codes click here!Sponsored By:  Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/POW For a limited time, get 15% off plus a free Starter Kit and bottle of Propolis throat spray when you shop my link Piquelife.com/pow Get 20% off your first order of Maui Nui at www.mauinuivenison.com/pow “Cozy Earth provided an exclusive offer for my listener’s today. Up to 40% off site wide when you use the code “PURSUIT” Show Links: Little Empty Boxes Air Doctor: Use Code POW for a discount Astaxanthin  EP. 24 - Dr. Daniel Amen On How To Fix Your Brain & Reverse The Effects Of Caffeine, Sugar, Alcohol and Fame EP. 84 - Dr. Amen Pt. 2: ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Raising Mentally Tough Kids & How To Fight Negative Thinking Topics Discussed 03:13 - Max’s documentary “Little Empty Boxes” 05:26 - Dementia and being scared of dying young 07:52- Parkinsons and Dementia  10:38 - Story behind the title 14:54 - Experts and overconsumption of sugar 19:53 - Late stage Azheimers and prevention 22:13 - Diet mindset 25:51 - Things to do now to prevent brain health later 31:41 - Air pollution and environmental toxins 34:59 - Air purifiers in the home 36:33 - Brain injuries and dementia 38:48 - Supplements for brain health 41:02 - Copper River Salmon 43:57 - “It’s natural to age” 45:09 - Dementia prevention doctor and brain scans 48:50 - Average age of Dementia 50:30 - Caregiver’s Disease 53:41 - Finding purpose in the pain 58:01 - Max’s original diet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices