Episode 32

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1st Apr 2026

Ditch Your Lotion: Oil as Medicine for Hormones, Gut Health & Nervous System Healing (Ayurveda Explained)

Modern wellness removed oil—and now we’re more anxious, inflamed, and depleted than ever. In this episode, we uncover why your body craves oil and how it supports your brain, hormones, gut lining, and skin barrier. Learn why lotion isn’t enough, how oils actually absorb into the body, and how to use oil for your skin, hair, gut, hormones, and more. We talk all about self oil massage, castor oil, arnica oil, hair oiling, oil pulling, abhyanga and more in this episode. Tune in to learn more about the natural shifts you can make to implement oil in your daily routines for optimal nervous system health, skin aging, healthy hair, detoxification, and more.

**Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Coach, not a licensed medical doctor.

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Zen & Tonic: Wellness Unflitered
Holistic Living For Modern Women
Zen & Tonic is your cozy corner of the wellness world where ancient wisdom meets modern wellness. Hosted by Ayurvedic wellness coach Ally McMillan, this podcast is for women in their 20s and 30s who want to feel more connected to their bodies, balanced in their hormones, and grounded in their everyday routines. Here we discuss anything and everything from debunking health 'fads', aligning with natural cycles, eating with the seasons, hormonal and gut health, how to find the right lifestyle for your unique constitution, and so much more. So grab a cup of tea and join us for the most recent episode on the Zen and Tonic podcast!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

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Ally McMillan

I'm Ally, your host! I'm so excited to have you here with me as we talk about all things health, wellness, and holistic living for the modern woman! I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness coach, who takes on an integrative approach to health! This podcast focuses on all things wellness and lifestyle, where my focus is to have empowering wellness conversations that discuss attainable, appraochable ways to improve your health and bring you into balance! Thanks for listening, it really means so much to me to have you here :)