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Mari Llewellyn is the transformation queen. Since 2018, Mari has been on an evolving journey with all things health and wellness. Inspired by her own pursuit of wellness, Mari is diving deeper into topics such as optimal living, nutrition, exercise, longevity, mental health, childhood trauma, relationships, and more. Radical honesty, goal-setting, and self-discipline all helped Mari transform and finally feel at home in her body. But Pursuit of Wellness is really about working from the inside out, learning to believe in yourself, and knowing that you are WORTH the time and energy to become your best self. Mari is on a mission to find the best health hacks from experts, as well as tips from her closest friends and family. In addition, you’ll hear solo episodes from Mari herself, discussing her own struggles and triumphs along the way. As a listener you can expect real and raw conversations with Mari that go more than skin deep. Tune in to the Pursuit of Wellness for a weekly dose of inspiration and insight and that is like a little nudge from a friend to keep going, to keep doing the work, and to keep transforming into the best version of you.

Pursuit of Wellness Mari Llewellyn

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 2.4K Ratings

Mari Llewellyn is the transformation queen. Since 2018, Mari has been on an evolving journey with all things health and wellness. Inspired by her own pursuit of wellness, Mari is diving deeper into topics such as optimal living, nutrition, exercise, longevity, mental health, childhood trauma, relationships, and more. Radical honesty, goal-setting, and self-discipline all helped Mari transform and finally feel at home in her body. But Pursuit of Wellness is really about working from the inside out, learning to believe in yourself, and knowing that you are WORTH the time and energy to become your best self. Mari is on a mission to find the best health hacks from experts, as well as tips from her closest friends and family. In addition, you’ll hear solo episodes from Mari herself, discussing her own struggles and triumphs along the way. As a listener you can expect real and raw conversations with Mari that go more than skin deep. Tune in to the Pursuit of Wellness for a weekly dose of inspiration and insight and that is like a little nudge from a friend to keep going, to keep doing the work, and to keep transforming into the best version of you.

    Hormone & Fertility Tips (+ PCOS & Birth Control From Experts)

    Hormone & Fertility Tips (+ PCOS & Birth Control From Experts)

    Ep. # 123 Welcome to another episode of Monday Mashups on POW! This week, we’re bringing you an insightful collection of episodes on hormone health featuring experts Dr. Jolene Brighten, Sara Gottfried, and Dr. Mindy Pelz. We'll explore topics such as fertility awareness, navigating post-pill recovery, and the benefits of seed cycling. From understanding PCOS and insulin resistance to lifestyle redesign and individualized supplements, we’ve got the essential information to help you optimize your hormonal health. Join us for expert advice and empowering conversations to support your wellness journey!

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    Ep. 41 - Signs Your Hormones Are Imbalanced w/ Dr. Jolene Brighten: Coming Off The Pill, Periods, Medical Gaslighting, IVF & Infertility, Endocrine Disruptors, Seed Cycling & Becoming Your Own Advocate.

    Ep. 80 - Fix Your Hormones: PCOS, Fertility, Pregnancy &  Autoimmune Conditions w/ Dr. Sara Gottfried 

    Ep. 11 - Dr. Mindy Pelz On The Truth About Birth Control, Hormones, Cortisol, Fasting & Cycle Syncing.

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    Topics Discussed

    Dr. Jolene Brighten


    02:14 - Fertility awareness methods

    07:06 - Empowering conversations with your children 

    12:01 - Navigating post-pill recovery 

    22:46 - Seed Cycling


    Dr. Sara Gottfried 


    30:10 - Genetic and environmental drivers 

    32:40 - PCOS deep dive

    36:10 - PCOS and conceiving 

    37:35 - Insulin resistance 

    40:36 - Carb tolerance, weight lifting, and fertility  

    44:47 - Lifestyle redesign

    46:23 - Individualized supplements

    48:17 - Sugar suggestions

    50:05 - Progesterone 

    53:58 - Testing for ovulation 



    Dr. Mindy Pelz


    59:10 - The DUTCH test

    01:00:51 - Hormone breakdown 

    01:02:07 - Birth control awareness 

    01:06:46 - Testosterone in women 

    1:08:01 - Cortisol patterns 

    12:55 - Fasting and hormones 

    01:14:40 - Fasting frequency and exercise 

    01:17:46 - Nutrition suggestions 

    01:20:03 - PMS nutrition suggestions 

    01:21:41 - Fasting length 

    01:22:40 - Breaking your fast 

    01:23:24 - Building muscle while fasting 

    01:25:47 - Toxins and fasting 

    01:27:19 - Fasting protocols and simplifying your routine 

    01:30:01 - Improving your DUTCH test results 

    01:34:02 - Doing health in a women’s way 

    • 1 hr 36 min
    Paul Saladino: Is Oatmeal Bad For Us? Why Women Should Eat Meat, Plant Toxicity & Failures of Western Medicine

    Paul Saladino: Is Oatmeal Bad For Us? Why Women Should Eat Meat, Plant Toxicity & Failures of Western Medicine

    Ep. #122 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, we're revisiting one of our standout interviews with Dr. Paul Saladino, a leading expert on the animal-based diet. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Saladino explores the transformative power of animal-based nutrition for tackling autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation, and mental health issues. He shares his insights on food quality, the limitations of Western medicine in nutrition, and the benefits of raw dairy, creatine, and regenerative farming. Whether you're a seasoned health enthusiast or just curious about dietary approaches, this episode offers valuable information for making informed and effective dietary choices.

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    EP 30 Paul Saladino

    EP 31 Paul Saladino

    EP 70 The Shocking Truth Behind Nutrition Trends with Simon Hill

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    Seed Oil Scout 


    Topics Discussed


    07:12 - Contrasting western medicine as a doctor 

    08:34 - Raw veganism vs carnivore 

    14:16 - Health issues and plant based diets 

    17:44 - Toxins in oatmeal

    19:58 - Reishi mushrooms 

    21:28 - Acne and autoimmune conditions 

    25:38 - What Paul eats in a day 

    31:21 - Decaf coffee, mold, coffee alternatives 

    35:01 - Paul’s daily routine 

    35:50 - Fruit, blood sugar spikes, gut issues 

    39:34 - Raw dairy 

    46:26 - Nut milks

    50:29 - Nightshades and lectin 

    54:06 - Sal approved fruits 

    55:56 - Seed oils, fruit oil, animal fat 

    59:52 - Our body’s response to seed oil 

    01:04:05 - Seed oil scout 

    01:09:16 - Seed oil impacts on cholesterol 

    01:12:34 - Women and red meat 

    01:18:30 - Buying high quality meat 

    01:19:43 - Eating organs 

    01:22:49 - Bloom, veggies, and nutrients 

    01:26:40 - Get rid of processed foods!

    01:29:01 - What wellness means to Paul?

    01:32:13 - Linoleic acids and skin

    • 1 hr 35 min
    Top 5 Weight Loss & Nutrition Tips From World Class Experts

    Top 5 Weight Loss & Nutrition Tips From World Class Experts

    Ep. 121 Welcome to POW's new August segment, Monday Mashups! This week, we're diving into a powerful mix of our top episodes on weight loss and strength training. You’ll hear from fitness experts like Sal Di Stefano and Shawn Stevenson, along with my own sustainable fitness tips. From understanding intuitive eating to the importance of weightlifting and empowering women in strength training, we’ve got insights and advice to elevate your fitness journey. Tune in and get ready to transform your approach to health and strength!

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    Ep. 64 - How To Lose Weight, Gain Muscle & Feel Your Best w/ Sal Di Stefano 

    Ep. 66 - Heal Your Gut w/ Shawn Stevenson: The Nutrition Guide You Need 

    Ep. 75 - Sustainable Fitness Tips: How I Kept The Weight Off

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    Topics Discussed

    Sal Di Stefano - 
    02:38 - Bodybuilding and mindfulness
    03:06 - The Importance and effectiveness of weightlifting 
    07:47 - Pro Active Tissue Growth 
    09:49 - Empowering Women to strength train 
    11:27 - The impact of bodybuilding on body image and food
    14:10 - Best body acceptance age 
    15:07 - We are attracted to health and vitality 
    18:22 - Advice for beginners with strength training 
    23:12 - Value of tracking your food and when not to

    Shawn Stevenson - 
    29:35 - Poor diet is the number one risk to human health globally
    32:22 - Obesogens - obesity causing agents 
    33:01 - Epicaloric Controllers 
    35:18 - How does weight loss work? 
    37:45 - Lack of diversity is the number one thing to lead to poor metabolic health 
    44:15 - Eating the foods your ancestors ate and personalized nutrition 

    Sustainable Fitness Tips From Mari -
    49:51 - How to keep the weight off 
    51:23 - Fitness is a lifetime journey 
    53:01 - High protein 
    57:48 - Incorporate fats 
    58:30 - Finding a healthy sweet treat 
    59:52 - Bring your water everywhere with you 
    01:00:51 - Don’t leave the house hungry 
    01:02:36 - Stay active 
    01:04:06 - Allow flexibility in your lifestyles 
    01:06:07 - Keep fitness and health fun 
    01:07:35 - Stay strong against outside judgements 
    01:10:07 - Find people who match your values 
    01:11:02 - Educate yourself around nutrition and fitness
    01:12:50 - Use your calendar to plan out your goals 

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Girl Chat: Mental Health, IUI & Fertility Medication, Book Club & Fi’s Ozempic Update

    Girl Chat: Mental Health, IUI & Fertility Medication, Book Club & Fi’s Ozempic Update

    Ep. #120 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, Fi and I are back for another heart-to-heart in our Girl Chat! We’re getting real and vulnerable, sharing some of the challenges we’re navigating right now. We’re diving deep into some important conversations, including the mental health impacts related to Ozempic, and you won’t want to miss the scoop on our producer Drake Peterson’s secret life as a pop star! Plus, we’re chatting about the vibe of “brat summer.” We’re also super excited to announce that we’re looking to start a book club for the podcast—so be sure to tune in for that in August! 

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    Topics Discussed


    00:38 - Welcome to another girl chat!

    01:14 - Letrozole and being sick

    03:20 - Struggling with being sick

    04:08 - Superhuman App

    07:37 - Fi’s mental health updates

    14:40 - Semaglutide updates

    18:36 - Ozempic and food noise

    21:13 - Book Club updates

    25:42 - brat summer

    26:38 - Smut Theory

    31:48 - Which actors would play the main characters

    34:48 - Our producer Drake Peterson is a pop star in the band Iration

    36:19 - 1923 is filming in Austin

    37:44 - Mari’s upcoming travel plans

    42:07 - Hanging with a baby

    43:28 - Stay tuned for acne updates and mashup episodes

    44:25 - Bloom energy drinks

    • 48 min
    Secret To Your Best Skin & Hair, Why You Should Filter Your Shower Water + The Vitaclean Story w/ Founders Sara Douglas and Kristina Velkova

    Secret To Your Best Skin & Hair, Why You Should Filter Your Shower Water + The Vitaclean Story w/ Founders Sara Douglas and Kristina Velkova

    Ep. #119 Join me for another episode of Pursuit of Wellness as I uncover the secrets to radiant skin and luscious hair with Kristina and Sara, founders of Vitaclean. It all started when a peculiar sludge problem in their London shower led them to explore the unsettling effects of hard water on beauty routines and the importance of effective filtration solutions. I share my own battles with hard water in Austin and London and how Vitaclean’s innovative three-layer filtration system has been a game-changer for my skincare and hair care. We talk about entrepreneurship and the challenges of being a female owned company. Kristina and Sara share their own journeys, from securing their first round of funding to the rewarding experiences of working together. Tune in to today’s episode for a breadth of knowledge about water quality, and for a special chance to win a Vitaclean kit!

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    Topics Discussed


    02:15 - What started Vitaclean

    03:02 - Sludge and London plumbing

    05:03 - Filtering water after it goes through the pipes

    07:15 - Be your own advocate and filtering your water

    08:41 - Understanding your water quality

    10:14 - Symptoms of poor water quality

    11:50 - Vitamin C technology and benefits

    15:32 - Vitaclean’s filtration system and how to use their products

    20:18 - Water quality in different locations

    21:13 - How often to change your Vitaclean’s filter

    22:47 - Aromatherapy and scented options

    24:25 - Overall routine and health tips outside the shower

    29:48 - Making time for hobbies while being an entrepreneur

    33:24 - Entrepreneurial journey and their work dynamic

    37:42 - Going full in on their business and challenges of being female owned

    42:31 - Creating the best products and where to find Vitaclean

    43:28 - Tips for starting your own business

    44:20 - Branding is everything

    46:36 - Vitaclean giveaway

    • 48 min
    Husband/Founders Chat: Bloom Energy Drink, Addressing The Haters, Relationship Advice & Motivation for Entrepreneurs

    Husband/Founders Chat: Bloom Energy Drink, Addressing The Haters, Relationship Advice & Motivation for Entrepreneurs

    Ep. # 118 On today’s Pursuit of Wellness episode, Greg is back to dive into the details of our exciting NEW product, the Bloom energy drink! We’ll explore the challenges of creating an energy drink, our commitment to balancing health and flavor, and a breakdown of the ingredients we chose and why. Together, Greg and I address the haters while providing motivation for female entrepreneurs. We also answer your questions on relationship advice, managing bad days, finding balance with each other, and provide fertility updates. Tune in for an intimate and personal episode with Greg and me!

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    Sucralose Bypasses the Blood Brain Barrier? 

    New Research Shows Artificial Sweeteners Mess Up Your Gut?


    Topics Discussed:

    00:11 - Welcome back Greg!

    01:00 - Travel and lifestyle updates

    03:20 - Phone “Check Ins”

    04:28 - Greg’s trip to LA

    06:22 - Relationship advice and finding balance

    09:21 - Fertility updates

    10:38 - Greg’s thoughts on expectations

    15:19 - Bloom energy drinks

    23:03 - Analyzing the ingredients in Bloom

    31:45 - Greg’s social media presence

    32:45 - Key financial and investment advice

    33:51 - Managing each other’s bad days

    34:51 - Mari’s father and acclimating to America

    38:26 - Fighting with each other

    39:33 - Investments and getting acquired

    39:38 - Relationship vs Mari’s fitness journey

    41:04 - Where to find Bloom energy drinks

    • 42 min

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meagan aleesia ,

Wellness Queen, she is

Mari truly is the Wellness Queen and has helped me transform my life, becoming the next version of myself and allowing me to grow. The introspective ideas raised in each episode not only inspire but cause a deep reflection on your own habits, lifestyle and outlook.

CowgirlJacque ,

POW Group

Being in my own wellness pursuit in life, i'm so grateful I came across this pod cast and so thankful for all the info Mari shares with us as we are all on this pursuit of wellness journey and it's information anyone can learn from, no matter where you are in your pursuit of wellness journey.

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Love this podcast!

Great podcast. It feels like I’m listening to my bestie talk to me or to other like minded people. Very informative and love her products.

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