175. Heather Grzych on Top Tips for Dystopian Futures
Wisdom of the Body
Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych dives into her fascination with both ancient wisdom and futuristic possibilities to share Ayurvedic tips for surviving a dystopian world. From why the weather in dystopia matters to how simple practices like nasya, ear oiling, and growing herbs can protect your body and mind, Heather reveals five powerful strategies to stay grounded when life feels chaotic. Plus, she explains why oil is your best friend in harsh environments, and various kinds of dystopias. Stay tuned for her upcoming episode on Ayurvedic tips for utopia, because even...
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174. Heather Grzych on Awakening to the Future We Truly Desire
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores why some ideas and desires flourish while others fade away, and how fear, friction, and scattered attention often hold us back. Heather shares insights from Ayurveda, illustrated through the contrasting personalities of Ferris and Cameron from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, to show that true transformation comes when we face fear and take decisive action. She guides listeners through a short body-awareness exercise to identify which ideas feel alive and ready to grow, reminding us that courage, focus, and energy alignment are the...
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173. Heather Grzych on Mood and Food
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych reveals how your digestion, microbiome, and even yesterday’s dessert can shape your mental state. What if your low mood, anxiety or mental disturbance isn’t about some deep, unresolved issue from your past, but about what’s happening in your gut right now? You’ll learn why your mind loves to chase old stories, how to spot the real cause of a mood dip, and simple practices to reset your gut and reclaim peace of mind and clarity. Heather Grzych, ADLC is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was formerly the...
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172. Heather Grzych on Ayurveda and Evolution of Humanity
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the idea that Ayurveda—far from being just a traditional health system—is actually a powerful tool for ushering in the next evolution of human consciousness. Broadcasting from the heart of the tech-saturated San Francisco Bay Area, Heather reflects on the concept of superconsciousness and why we may need inner technologies more than artificial ones to thrive in the future. Drawing parallels to Paul Atreides in Dune, she reveals how rhythm, breath, intuition, and ancient Ayurvedic practices could be essential for awakening...
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171. Heather Grzych on Cannabis, Weed, Fertility and Longevity
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the complex relationship between cannabis, fertility, and longevity. Drawing from both modern science and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, Heather discusses how THC can disrupt reproductive hormones, alter sperm and conception, and potentially impact the health of future generations. She explains how cannabis affects vital essence (ojas), nervous system balance, and long-term tissue health – especially as we age. Listeners will contemplate whether cannabis supports or undermines their unique physiology, life stage, and long-term...
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170. Jill Pepper on Eastern vs. Modern Medicine
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Jill Pepper, CEO of Ozer Health, for a thought-provoking conversation about how the U.S. health insurance system really works—from the inside out. Together, they explore why so many Americans feel frustrated or failed by Western medicine, the critical gaps in the system, and why Eastern and natural medicines like Ayurveda often sit on the outskirts of mainstream care. They dive into what makes someone trust a healthcare provider, why trying holistic modalities can feel strange at first, and how to increase access to and adoption of natural...
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169. Heather Grzych on Removing the Negativity Bias
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores the pervasive influence of the negativity bias - the psychological tendency to focus more on what's wrong than what's right - and how it can disrupt our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Drawing from both spiritual and Ayurvedic wisdom, she unpacks how this mental habit creates emotional and physical impacts and blocks the subtle channels of the mind, leading to imbalances in the doshas and depletion of vitality. Heather shares practical tools for shifting out of this feedback loop. She reminds us that healing is not about...
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168. James Maskell on Reversing Cognitive Decline
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych speaks with health innovator James Maskell about one of today’s most pressing health concerns: cognitive decline. James shares his personal story of helping his father recover from severe memory loss due to mold exposure and explains why the current medical model is failing to address conditions like Alzheimer’s effectively. The conversation explores the early warning signs of cognitive issues, the importance of community-based care, and how lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and social connection play a critical role in brain health. James...
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167. Heather Grzych on Removing the Root Cause
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores what it really means to address the root cause of illness – beyond symptoms and surface-level fixes. She shares two compelling case studies: a nurse with a Pitta imbalance and thyroid issues from shift work, and a high-performing executive who thought he had a gluten intolerance, but actually had weakened digestion from overusing supplement drinks. Heather discusses how healing often requires simple-but-not easy changes, and what to do when the source of imbalance isn’t something you can just walk away from. Heather Grzych, ADLC is an...
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166. Dr. Kela Smith on Optimal Fertility Hormones
Wisdom of the Body
Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Dr. Kela Smith, a holistic-integrative fertility and hormone expert, to explore how to decode and optimize hormones for enhanced fertility and treating infertility. As the founder of The Hormone Puzzle Society and a double board-certified Doctor of Natural and Humanitarian Medicine, Dr. Kela shares insights from over 25 years of experience helping women and couples reclaim reproductive vitality. Heather and Dr. Kela discuss the root causes of hormonal imbalance, the key differences between functional and conventional lab testing, and the...
info_outlineWellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers some of the questions people ask about holistic and natural interventions when considering or undergoing medical fertility treatments like IVF. She discusses the most optimal times to explore an Ayurvedic cleanse during the conception journey when utilizing IVF, and why we get out of balance when undergoing fertility treatment. You’ll learn why herbal formulas that say “women’s formula” can be very misleading, and what you can do instead to ensure you are taking the most impactful herbs for your fertility.
Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was formerly the head of product development for a multi-billion-dollar health insurance company. She is a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner at the Ayurvedic Doctor level, serving on the faculty at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda and on the Board of Directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. Heather’s first book, The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, has sold thousands of copies worldwide, and her writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Yoga Journal, and the Sunday Independent. Her podcast, Wisdom of the Body, holds an average rating of 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. In addition to creating, supporting her clients, and leading an organization, she’s often helping out at her son’s baseball practices. Visit her online at www.heathergrzych.com
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