In last week’s episode, I talked about how shorter days and darker mornings can affect your mood and rhythm—and why “just take Vitamin D” isn’t the magic fix we’ve been sold.

This week, we’re going deeper.

Because if you’ve ever wondered why your Vitamin D levels seem to plummet every winter, or if supplementing actually helps, this episode will completely shift the way you look at Vitamin D and your body’s chemistry.

I’ll walk you through how Vitamin D really works inside your body, why some people can’t store it even after a summer in the sun, and how blind supplementation can actually slow your thyroid and drain your minerals.

• How Vitamin D is metabolized through your liver, kidneys, and adrenals—and why you need all three to make it usable
• The surprising reason your body might not be storing Vitamin D even if you get plenty of sunlight
• Why fat intake, magnesium, bile flow, and gut health all determine your Vitamin D status
• The risks of supplementing blindly: how Vitamin D can lower potassium, sedate your adrenals, and slow thyroid function
• How to know if you personally need Vitamin D using an HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis)
• The specific calcium-to-phosphorus ratio that tells you whether to supplement or not
• Why this winter slump is really a reflection of your summer mineral health—and how to fix it for next year

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy Podcast

00:24 Seasonal Mood Changes and Vitamin D

01:48 Understanding Vitamin D Metabolism

04:24 The Role of Liver and Kidneys in Vitamin D Conversion

09:09 Impact of Vitamin D on Hormones and Health

13:03 Determining Your Need for Vitamin D Supplementation

14:58 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Have the darker mornings hit you yet?

If you’ve been feeling slower, less motivated, or just not quite yourself lately—you’re not alone. Every year around this time, I start hearing the same question: “Should I take Vitamin D for my winter blues?”

But before you head to the pharmacy, I want you to pause and really understand what’s going on inside your body. Because this isn’t just about Vitamin D—it’s about your rhythm, your minerals, and the way modern life disconnects us from nature’s cycles.

In this episode, I break down what’s actually behind that seasonal slump—and how to support your system in a way that feels sustainable and nourishing (not like another quick fix).

• Why shorter days and darker mornings disrupt your circadian rhythm
• How cortisol and melatonin are designed to guide your sleep-wake cycle
• Why waking up to an alarm before sunrise leaves your body confused and tired
• The truth about Vitamin D storage—why your summer sun should last until Christmas
• The four key cofactors your body needs for Vitamin D to actually work (magnesium, potassium, adrenal health, and fat)
• Why magnesium depletion and adrenal fatigue are often the real reason you feel “seasonal depression”
• How to align your habits with the winter season instead of fighting it

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:23 The Impact of Dark Mornings

02:23 Understanding Your Body's Natural Rhythm

09:08 The Role of Vitamin D

11:33 Magnesium, Potassium, and Adrenal Health

17:47 Conclusion and Next Steps

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• 004: Hidden reasons your child isn't sleeping Part 1 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/004-hidden-reasons-your-child-isnt-sleeping-part-1/id1831109345?i=1000723697122
• 007: Hidden reasons your child isn't sleeping Part 2 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/007-hidden-reasons-your-child-isnt-sleeping-part-2/id1831109345?i=1000727173631
• Adrenal Cocktail Recipe: https://www.instagram.com/p/CiForlzojM6/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
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If you can’t switch your shampoo, mascara, or body lotion for a cleaner option—you’re not ready for real healing.

And I say that with love.

Because this isn’t about shampoo—it’s about self-leadership. It’s about whether you’re willing to make choices that align with what you already know.

In this episode, I’m going deep into what toxic beauty is really costing you—not just in your health, but in your self-trust. I’ll walk you through the three most dangerous ingredients hiding in your everyday products, the research connecting them to hormone disruption and cancer, and the hidden emotional cost of continuing to use them.

If you’ve been telling yourself “I’ll switch later,” this is your wake-up call.

• Why fragrance, parabens, and phthalates are among the most damaging ingredients in modern beauty products
• How these chemicals impact hormones, fertility, thyroid function, and even child development
• The shocking 2023 study showing measurable cancer risk from parabens and phthalates
• The truth about “greenwashing” and why most “clean” brands in big-box stores aren’t clean at all
• The deeper cost of staying in denial—self-betrayal, loss of intuition, and eroded self-trust
• How to take your power back by making aligned, conscious swaps

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:25 The Hidden Dangers of Toxic Beauty Products

04:50 The Impact of Fragrance on Health

09:14 Understanding Parabens and Their Effects

10:43 The Risks of Phthalates in Beauty Products

15:17 The Cost of Ignoring Toxic Ingredients

19:17 Empowering Yourself with Knowledge and Choices

21:08 Conclusion and Resources for a Low Tox Lifestyle

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If there’s one healing practice that’s stood the test of time, it’s the castor oil pack.

I’ve been using them for over seven years now, and they’ve become one of my non-negotiables—simple, inexpensive, and deeply effective for supporting detox, hormones, digestion, and even sleep.

In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about castor oil packs: what they are, how they work, where to place them, and why they’re the perfect addition to your healing routine. Whether you’re dealing with sluggish bowels, hormonal imbalance, or burnout—or you just want a ritual that helps your body rest and repair—this ancient practice is a beautiful place to start.

• What a castor oil pack is and how to use it
• The three main body areas to target: liver, thyroid, and lower abdomen
• Why most modern livers are overloaded (not just “sluggish”)
• How castor oil packs help detoxification, bowel regularity, and lymphatic flow
• How they support hormone balance, deep sleep, and the parasympathetic nervous system
• Practical tips to avoid the mess (and keep your towels safe!)
• How to introduce this practice safely for kids

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy Podcast

00:23 Castor Oil Packs: An Overview

00:58 Personal Experience with Castor Oil Packs

01:35 Benefits of Castor Oil Packs

02:34 How Castor Oil Packs Work

04:00 Application Sites and Their Benefits

05:35 Supporting Liver Health with Castor Oil Packs

10:01 Improving Bowel Movements with Castor Oil Packs

13:38 Castor Oil Packs for Rest and Repair

16:38 How to Use Castor Oil Packs

19:13 Conclusion and Additional Resources

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
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You’ve finally committed to your healing—you’ve got the supplements, the notebook, the protocol, and a fierce determination to follow through. But then something strange happens: instead of feeling better, you feel more tired. The motivation fades. You can’t seem to do what you said you would.

If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

Because what’s actually happening isn’t failure. It’s not self-sabotage. It’s your body deciding how to allocate its energy—and it will always prioritize what’s most essential first.

• Why your body won’t let you control your healing timeline
• How your energy is being reallocated toward emotional processing (and why that’s progress, not regression)
• What it means when discipline “disappears” after you start your healing journey
• Why emotional work often comes before visible results
• How to trust your body’s process, even when it looks like nothing’s happening

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:50 Understanding the Blocks to Healing

01:57 Starting Your Healing Journey

02:52 Challenges and Frustrations in Healing

06:04 The Body's Healing Priorities

10:10 Emotional Processing and Energy Allocation

15:34 Trusting the Healing Process

19:22 Conclusion and Support Resources

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
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• Get the Low Tox Lifestyle eBook: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyle

Listen to Episode 005: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/005-5-reasons-you-still-havent-said-yes-to-healing/id1831109345?i=1000724711217

Listen to Episode 006: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/006-what-it-really-takes-to-feel-safe-enough-to-heal/id1831109345?i=1000725861082

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When I first created The Real Remedy, it started as eight modules—minerals, blood sugar, sleep, detox, meals. A solid health framework. But what I quickly realized is that health alone wasn’t enough. Women weren’t just struggling with fatigue or digestion—they were struggling with truth.

So I evolved The Real Remedy into a deeper, three-phase process: Reveal, Replenish, Rewire. Because what good is a perfect protocol if you’re still hiding behind an old version of yourself?

This program isn’t a soft container. It’s a reckoning. A moment when you decide to stop lying to your body, stop performing, and finally step into the version of you who can actually carry the life you want to live.

• The 3 phases of The Real Remedy: Reveal, Replenish, Rewire
• How minerals spark not just health—but courage, self-trust, and authority
• Why rewiring emotional and energetic patterns is just as important as protocols
• The masks we wear to stay agreeable, invisible, or “useful”—and why your body refuses to heal for them
• Why The Real Remedy is less about willpower and more about becoming your true self

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:19 Program Evolution and Phases

00:39 Phase 1: Reveal

02:21 Phase 2: Replenish

03:27 Phase 3: Rewire

05:11 The Real Remedy Philosophy

06:27 Common Misconceptions and Truths

10:50 The Real Remedy Transformation

14:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
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Someone asked me recently: “What exactly is The Real Remedy?”

At first, I thought they were just asking about the podcast. But what they really meant was my program. And in that moment, I realized something: a lot of people think The Real Remedy is just a health course—about sleep, energy, and fatigue.

Yes, those things improve inside the program. But The Real Remedy was never meant to be just about health. It’s about becoming the version of you who can actually carry the life you want to live.

Because here’s the truth: no protocol in the world will work if you’re still performing, people-pleasing, or carrying the weight of an unlived life. Your body will not heal for a false version of yourself.

• Why “more energy” isn’t the point—the point is who you are when you have that energy
• How your body knows when you’re lying to yourself (even if you’re ticking all the health boxes)
• Why checklists and protocols won’t stick if you’re suppressing your truth
• The real transformation of The Real Remedy: moving from managing your health to owning your truth
• How the program evolved from 8 modules of mineral mapping into a container for radical honesty and becoming your true self

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:19 What is The Real Remedy?

00:55 Misconceptions About The Program

01:46 Discovering Your True Self

03:39 The Importance of Authenticity

05:00 The Real Work Begins

10:27 Evolution of The Real Remedy Program

14:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
• Explore The Real Remedy: Learn more here » https://elizabeth-oneill-wellness.thrivecart.com/realremedy/
• Work with Elizabeth HERE » https://elizabeth-o-neill-wellness-1.showit.site/ig-links?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf7LsdBx6LfIgSBVnlh9zWZKa80lcLNU1LP6eV05gFhGbOo67w7SNBk5n-AyQ_aem__ExOLY3xoq99oBd03yZ3PQ
• Get the Low Tox Lifestyle eBook here » https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyle

Listen to Episode 005: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/005-5-reasons-you-still-havent-said-yes-to-healing/id1831109345?i=1000724711217

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Have you ever hit a wall in your healing journey? You’re doing all the things—the supplements, the protocols, the yoga, the diets—and still your symptoms hang around. I’ve been there too.

What I’ve learned is that healing isn’t just about doing more. It’s about learning to listen—because your body is always speaking to you. Symptoms are a language. They’re not random annoyances or signs you’ve failed. They’re messages pointing you toward what really needs attention.

In this episode, I share my own story of swinging between functional and energetic healing, how my cancer diagnosis shifted everything, and the moment I realized I had to stop powering through and start asking my body what it needed.

• Why your symptoms are a language—and how to begin translating them
• How bloating, constipation, acne, or fatigue can hold both physical and emotional roots
• Why your healing journey isn’t just yours—you may be carrying patterns from generations before you
• The mistake of trying to “think” or analyze your way into healing (and what to do instead)
• A simple practice for co-creating your healing with your body instead of fighting against it

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:19 Hitting a Wall in Your Health Journey

01:30 Elizabeth's Personal Health Journey

03:29 The Power of Energy Work and Meditation

05:03 Understanding Your Body's Language

06:19 Exploring Symptoms and Their Deeper Meanings

14:52 Inherited Patterns and Their Impact

19:26 The Importance of Receiving and Co-Creating Healing

20:46 Conclusion and Gift Announcement

23:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
• Explore The Real Remedy: Learn more here » https://elizabeth-oneill-wellness.thrivecart.com/realremedy/
• Work with Elizabeth HERE » https://elizabeth-o-neill-wellness-1.showit.site/ig-links?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf7LsdBx6LfIgSBVnlh9zWZKa80lcLNU1LP6eV05gFhGbOo67w7SNBk5n-AyQ_aem__ExOLY3xoq99oBd03yZ3PQ
• Get the Low Tox Lifestyle eBook here » https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyle

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 Your symptoms aren’t random — they’re a language. This free guide will help you decode what your body’s been trying to tell you all along.

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In Part 1, I shared the most common—and often overlooked—reasons kids struggle with sleep, along with practical steps you can try right away. But what happens if you’ve already tried the oils, the magnesium baths, the earlier bedtimes… and your child is still tossing, turning, waking in the night, or rising before dawn?

That’s where Part 2 comes in.

In this episode, I go deeper into the hidden biochemical and environmental reasons kids resist sleep—and why simply sticking to a routine or buying the latest “magic gummy” isn’t enough. These root causes aren’t just disrupting your child’s rest; they’re also impacting your rest as a parent or caregiver. When one of you sleeps better, everyone feels better.

• How histamine overload can snap kids awake at night (and the signs you might be missing)
• Why parasites, gut inflammation, and leaky gut quietly sabotage melatonin production
• The link between pandas/pans and sleep struggles (and why I’ll be dedicating a full episode to this soon)
• How blue light and EMFs disrupt circadian rhythms more than you realize
• Simple, practical steps—from red light bulbs to grounding sheets—that support deeper, more restorative sleep
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00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:22 Recap of Part One: Hidden Reasons Your Child Isn't Sleeping

01:40 Deeper Reasons for Sleep Issues

02:17 Impact of Poor Sleep on Parents and Caregivers

04:56 Hidden Sleep Disruptor: Histamine Overload

11:28 Hidden Sleep Disruptor: Parasites and Gut Inflammation

17:35 Hidden Sleep Disruptor: Blue Light Exposure and EMFs

21:02 Conclusion and Recap

22:35 Final Thoughts and How to Work with Elizabeth

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
• Explore The Real Remedy: Learn more here » https://elizabeth-oneill-wellness.thrivecart.com/realremedy/
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• Get the Low Tox Lifestyle eBook here » https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyle

• Listen to Part 1 in episode 004: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/004-hidden-reasons-your-child-isnt-sleeping-part-1/id1831109345?i=1000723697122
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In Episode 2, I talked about what happens when you know what to do for your health but you just can’t make yourself do it. Today, I’m expanding on that conversation, because the truth is: you can’t heal if your body doesn’t feel safe.

And safety isn’t another protocol, supplement stack, or shiny new planner. It’s not productivity, micromanaging, or setting boundaries you can’t actually hold. Those things might create the illusion of control, but they won’t create safety.

In this episode, I’m sharing what safety really is, why so many of us never learned how to feel it, and the simple, daily practices that help your body finally exhale and receive healing.

• Why you can’t “think” your way into safety (and why productivity won’t heal you)
• How hypervigilance from childhood shows up as overdoing, overgiving, and never resting
• What actually creates the conditions for your body to trust you again
• The four pillars of safety practices: repetition, release, stillness, recognition
• My personal experience with Kundalini yoga and how it transformed my healing
• How to start small—so safety becomes sustainable, not another overwhelming task

00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy

00:22 Revisiting Episode Two: The Importance of Feeling Safe

01:51 Understanding True Safety

04:43 Common Misconceptions About Safety

07:09 Hypervigilance and Its Impact

10:54 Creating Safety Through Repetition and Stillness

11:40 The Power of Kundalini Yoga

16:51 Practical Steps to Start Your Journey

19:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

21:09 Conclusion and Ways to Connect

• Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neill
• Explore The Real Remedy: Learn more here » https://elizabeth-oneill-wellness.thrivecart.com/realremedy/
• Work with Elizabeth HERE » https://elizabeth-o-neill-wellness-1.showit.site/ig-links?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf7LsdBx6LfIgSBVnlh9zWZKa80lcLNU1LP6eV05gFhGbOo67w7SNBk5n-AyQ_aem__ExOLY3xoq99oBd03yZ3PQ
• Get the Low Tox Lifestyle eBook here » https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyle

• Listen to episode 002: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/002-why-you-know-what-you-need-to-do-but-arent-doing-it/id1831109345?i=1000721783485



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