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Hey, Heal Squad! Part 2 of our conversation with Jamie Lynn Sigler is one of the most emotional conversations we’ve ever had on the show. Jamie opens up about the terrifying moment she almost lost her son Beau after a rare medical crisis landed him in the ICU… and how that experience completely changed her relationship with faith, surrender, and healing. She also shares how living with MS has forced her to stop apologizing for what she needs, why moving to Austin felt like a nervous system reset, and the emotional patterns she believes may have contributed to her illness in the first place. Plus, Jamie talks about her friendship with Christina Applegate, how their podcast MeSsy helped her finally let go of hiding, and the simple practices that help her stay grounded today. This episode is raw, vulnerable, hopeful, and such a beautiful reminder that healing doesn’t always look the way we think it will! We hope you enjoy this episode, and just a gentle note, Jamie shares some deeply emotional experiences, so take care as you listen. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Sometimes healing begins the moment you stop trying to carry everything alone: Jamie shares how surrendering during her son’s medical crisis changed her relationship with faith, love, and healing forever. Constantly trying to appear “fine” can keep your body stuck in survival mode: Jamie opens up about how perfectionism, suppressed emotions, and years of pressure impacted both her emotional and physical health. Healing isn’t always about pushing harder, sometimes it’s about finally giving yourself permission to need support: From setting boundaries to using a cane without shame, Jamie shares how MS taught her to stop apologizing for what she needs. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Jamie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamielynnsigler/ Jamie’s Book is Out Now! Pick up And So It Is…A Memoir of Acceptance & Hope here: http://www.andsoitisbook.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey, Heal Squad… today’s episode is raw, emotional, and incredibly relatable. Jamie Lynn Sigler sits down with Maria Menounos for a powerful heart-to-heart, opening up about the 14 years she spent hiding her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, even at the height of her career on The Sopranos. What looked like success on the outside was actually filled with fear, pressure, and a constant battle to appear “fine.” Jamie shares what it really cost her to carry that secret—from covering up physical symptoms on set… to the one person who truly knew what she was going through: James Gandolfini. But this conversation goes even deeper. Jamie opens up about the emotional patterns that existed long before her diagnosis—how body image struggles and an eating disorder shaped her need for control, how fame intensified her fear of being “found out,” and what it felt like to live as a version of herself that wasn’t fully true. This isn’t just a conversation about illness or MS, it’s about identity, shame, and the cost of hiding and trying to be strong all the time. If you’ve ever felt like you had to carry something alone… this one is going to hit.We hope you enjoy this episode—and just a gentle note, Jamie shares some deeply emotional experiences, so take care as you listen. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Hiding a diagnosis may feel like protection, but it quietly disconnects you from yourself and others: Jamie shares how keeping her MS a secret for 14 years didn’t just protect her career—it created isolation, anxiety, and a constant need to perform. When you’re hiding something big, over time, that can pull you further away from your true identity. Shame isn’t always loud, it builds slowly through the stories we tell ourselves: Long before her diagnosis, Jamie was already struggling with body image and control. Her MS didn’t create the shame, it attached to it. This episode shows how easily we internalize the belief that something is “wrong” with us, and how that belief can drive our choices, relationships, and even our sense of worth. Being truly seen, even by one safe perso, —can begin to break the cycle: Jamie’s moment with James Gandolfini wasn’t about fixing anything, it was about finally not being alone in it. That experience highlights something powerful: aometimes, one moment of honesty, with one person who meets you with compassion, is enough to shift everything HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Jamie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamielynnsigler/ Jamie’s Book is Out Now! Pick up And So It Is…A Memoir of Acceptance & Hope here: http://www.andsoitisbook.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Heal Squad! Maria is back with another What Worked This Week and honestly…this one is so good. She ended up taking a solo trip (not planned!) to El Salvador, and what came out of it was kind of wild! She’s basically connecting dots on everything right now…like realizing ivermectin may have been helping accelerate her healing, and noticing this super interesting pattern where every time she went into the ocean, her blood sugar dropped (she’s still testing it, so standby). But it's those little observations that are starting to add up and give her real clarity. But one of the biggest takeaways? Something she literally coined on this trip:“health anxiety.” That feeling of trying to do everything “perfect” for your health…and actually stressing yourself out more in the process. She breaks it down in such a relatable way, and you’ll probably see yourself in it too. She also talks about going back to the basics...light movement, stretching, staying consistent without overdoing it...oh, and a surprise twist…she’s officially into black coffee now and she got the chance to watch some TV! See what happens when we create space for ourselves, we get to reset and enjoy the little things. And then…there’s the moment. The one that’s going to get you. Maria shares the sweetest, most emotional reunion with her daughter at the airport after being away: flowers, running, pure joy…all of it. It’s one of those moments that just reminds you what really matters. And yes, we’ve got the video up on YouTube, you have to see it. Enjoy! Join Us at Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: https://drinkag1.com/healsquad D-Hist, Mold Test & Food Sensitivity Test Here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3873481 Jenny McCarthy’s Episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1251-jenny-mccarthy-wahlbergs-5-mold-toxicity-warning/id1320060107?i=1000758391615 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1250-why-jenny-mccarthy-wahlberg-is-obsessed-with/id1320060107?i=1000758182089 Designed to Last Trailer: youtube.com/watch?v=4VYK2azN8o8&feature=youtu.be You People: https://www.netflix.com/title/81194505 Marcello Hernández: American Boy: https://www.netflix.com/title/81775183 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Happy Sunday, Heal Squad! On this Sunday Setup, we explore perspective, how quickly we can get in our own heads… We talk remembrance, how honoring loved ones can look like gathering, sharing stories, and being together. How loss doesn’t go away, but becomes something you learn to live with. And how the people we’ve lost wouldn’t want us stuck in sadness… they’d want us to be happy. We talk those moments that reset everything. How seeing what others are going through can shift your entire outlook. How it makes you stop and realize… maybe things aren’t as bad as they feel. How gratitude sometimes shows up as a wake-up call. We talk stress… how what we carry, emotionally and mentally, can wear us down. How holding onto pressure and outcomes takes a toll. And how learning to release, breathe, and let things be temporary might matter more than we think. This week, ask yourself: Where am I spiraling? What am I holding onto too tightly? Because sometimes the reset isn’t complicated… it’s just remembering: not everything is permanent. And sometimes, you just need to shut the noise down. We’ll Talk Shawtly! Join the Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey everyone, welcome to another Potluck Saturday, where former co-host and friend Roxy Striar sits in with Kev for a real and unfiltered conversation about egg freezing at 34, fertility timelines, the daily injections and do's and don'ts as well as what women need to know earlier than they’re often told. From there, we zoom out into health optimization and preventative care, including full body scans, early detection, and the current state of healthcare and insurance in the U.S…. what’s covered, what isn’t, and why more people are having to take control of their own health decisions. Being that it's Pot Luck, we shift into pop culture with further discussion regarding the Devil Wears Prada 2, the Anne Hathaway career arc, Chappell Roan's reactions to fans, toxic fan bases and how fame is changing… from evolving audience loyalty to artists setting boundaries and redefining their relationship with fans.This PLS is a mix of women’s health, self-improvement, career strategy, and culture making it a delectable Pot Luck feast! Join the Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Regular Guys and Gals, we did it again. We made it through another week! How a fake morning show intro turned into a full-blown identity crisis in under 30 seconds. How a simple family movie circle somehow ignited a generational debate nobody was ready for. How The Devil Wears Prada led to the most uncomfortable question of the week—what if the “devil” isn’t the villain at all. How workplaces then vs. now might not even be playing the same game (and why that matters more than we think). How “toxic” and “tough” may be getting dangerously confused. How stirring the pot might be the only way to get to the truth. How two completely opposite things can both be true… and why that messes with all of us. How “just try” might quietly be the difference between stuck and moving forward. How effort—not perfection—might be the thing we’re all avoiding. How there may be no such thing as an “easy way”… no matter how much we want one. How leadership today might require more explaining than commanding (whether we like it or not). How younger generations may be missing the reps that teach you how to actually move and groove. How maybe we’ve all been through something… and that doesn’t automatically make us right. And how it’s not about who’s right… it’s about who’s willing to learn, adjust, and keep showing up anyway. Talk Shawtly! Join the Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Heal Squad! It’s Throwback Thursday and Kev is back hosting this one, and honestly, this conversation feels more important than ever. In his conversation with Dr. Joel Gator, they get into what’s really going on with our kids right now, from rising chronic illness and mental health struggles to what we can actually do to start shifting things in a better direction. They talk about how health isn’t just about one thing (not just food, not just exercise), but the full picture… stress, environment, toxins, sleep, family time, and the pace of life we’re all trying to keep up with. Kev and Dr. Gator also get real about how modern parenting, packed schedules, processed foods, and screen time are all adding up… and why slowing down might actually be one of the most powerful things we can do. There’s also a really important conversation around trusting your instincts as a parent, finding balance (instead of extremes), and focusing on what you can control, without feeling overwhelmed. Such a good reminder that the basics really do matter! Join the Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER:This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Heal Squad! Parents, listen up…this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. We’re with world-renowned parenting educator and author Jon Fogel, and trust us…this will completely reset how you think about raising kids. Jon literally wrote the book on it (loll), called Punishment-Free Parenting: The Brain-Based Way to Raise Kids Without Raising Your Voice, and today he’s breaking down why punishment and yelling don’t work long-term (even if they feel effective in the moment), and what actually does. Jon shares real-life tools you can use immediately...like how to handle meltdowns without escalating them, and the surprisingly simple “game” that can turn chaos into connection in seconds. Plus he’s sharing top tips like why you should never try to reason with a dysregulated child, what strengthens secure attachment, why apologizing to your kids might be the most important parenting tool you have, and a must-hear relationship hack for couples navigating different parenting styles (this alone is worth the listen!).Bottom line: this isn’t about being a perfect parent. It’s about being an intentional one. Small, consistent shifts can totally have a massive impact on your child’s future. Hope you love this one, because we just know you're going to walk away with tools you can use today! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Punishment doesn’t teach, modeling does: Punishment might stop behavior in the moment, but it doesn’t create lasting change. Kids learn far more from what we show them than what we say or threaten. Regulate first, teach later: When kids are in meltdown mode, their brains are in survival, not learning, mode. In those moments, your only job is to help them regulate (through movement, games, or calming their body). The teaching and boundaries come after they’re calm. Repair is more powerful than perfection: You don’t have to be a perfect parent, what matters most is how you show up after you mess up. Learning how to apologize, repair, and reconnect actually builds stronger relationships and emotional intelligence in your kids. Join Us at Heal Squad’s Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Jon Fogel (aka Whole Parent) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholeparent Follow Jon Fogel (aka Whole Parent) on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wholeparent Website: http://wholeparentacademy.com Order Punishment-Free Parenting: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/751238/punishment-free-parenting-by-jon-fogel/ The Whole Parent Podcast: https://www.wholeparentacademy.com/copy-of-about-jon-2 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Heal Squad! This is one of those episodes you might think isn’t for you… but it absolutely is. Maria sits down with Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun, co-authors of The Parkinson’s Plan, along with Lisa Volenec, founder of This Is Parkinson’s, for a powerful, eye-opening conversation on what we need to know about Parkinson’s right now. They break down why this disease is rising so quickly and its surprising connection to things in our everyday environment, like what’s in our air, water, and food. We’re also talking about what you can actually do about it… from filtering your water, to being mindful of environmental exposure, and simple shifts that can support your brain health (they’ve got 25 of them!). Plus, there’s good news: there are more treatment options than ever, including things like focused ultrasound (something our friend Rebecca Crews recently underwent), and real lifestyle tools that can make a difference (turns out coffee can prevent the disease!). You’ll also learn the early signs most people miss, like loss of smell, sleep issues, and subtle body changes, and you’ll hear Lisa’s powerful story of being diagnosed young, hiding it for years, and ultimately finding strength in sharing her truth and building community. And as we close out Parkinson’s Awareness Month, this conversation feels more important than ever. It’s not about fear, it’s about awareness, action, and hope. Because when we understand more, we can do more! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Start Protecting Your Brain Now (Not Later): Most Parkinson’s cases aren’t genetic, so what you’re exposed to over time matters. Start with what’s in your control: filter your water, wash produce thoroughly to reduce pesticide exposure, add an air purifier at home,be mindful of high-exposure environments (near freeways, heavy agriculture, industrial areas). Don’t Ignore “Subtle” Symptoms: Parkinson’s often starts years before diagnosis, and not in the way people think. Watch for loss of smell (outside of illness), chronic constipation, subtle stiffness or slower movement just to name a few. Don’t Do It Alone: Up to half of people hide their diagnosis, and that isolation can make everything harder. So find community because talking about it removes shame and builds strength. Join Us at Heal Squad’s Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Dr. Michael S Okun on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelokun/ Follow Dr. Ray Dorsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raydorseymd/ Follow This Is Parkinson's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisparkinsonsofficial/ This is Parkinson’s: https://thisisparkinsons.org/ The Parkinson's Plan Book ://pdplan.org/ Water Tests: https://gosimplelab.com/shop?test-type=drinking-water Dr Dorsey’s Recommendation for assessing water in rural areas: https://gosimplelab.com/shop/products/pesticides-water-test ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Hey Heal Squad! This week’s What Worked This Week is part life update, part wellness experiment, and part deeper convo that might hit closer than you expect. Maria’s coming to you from El Salvador, fully unplugged, makeup-free, and feeling the shift that comes with simplifying everything…which leads to some really honest reflections about vulnerability, sharing, and protecting your peace. Of course, we kick things off with what’s actually working. The sleep mask and pillow setup? Still delivering! But wait until you hear what’s been happening in her dreams lately, LOL. Then she shares her latest obsession (and her favorite recipe from her mom!) a healthy sweet treat that’s basically an upgraded granola. Then things get interesting… Maria breaks down the food sensitivity test she just took, and let’s just say, the results were not what she expected. We’re talking major staples (olive oil, cucumbers…say it isn’t so for a Greek girl!) now on the “maybe not” list, and it’s completely changing how she’s thinking about what she eats and how she fuels her body.And then… we go deeper. A powerful audiobook—Strangers by Belle Burden—sparks a bigger conversation about sharing our lives in a world where everyone has an opinion. When is sharing healing? When is it too much? And are we always strong enough to handle what comes with being that open? It’s real, it’s reflective, and it’s a conversation we’re all navigating right now.We’d love to hear what’s working for YOU this week too. Hope you enjoy this one! Join Us at Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: https://drinkag1.com/healsquad More Recent Finds: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3873481 Book: Strangers by Belle Burden: https://www.amazon.com/Strangers-Memoir-Marriage-Belle-Burden/dp/0593733312 Maria’s Every Gilr’s Guide To Cooking: https://www.amazon.com/EveryGirls-Guide-Cooking-Maria-Menounos/dp/0804177147 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.