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Ditch Your Lotion: Oil as Medicine for Hormones, Gut Health & Nervous System Healing (Ayurveda Explained)
Episode 321st April 2026 • Zen & Tonic: Wellness Unflitered • Ally McMillan
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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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