From Thinning to Thriving: Transforming Hair Health After 40 with Julie Olson #020
About My Guest
Julie Olson is a triple-certified Functional Medicine Nutritionist. Selected as a top 20 person to watch in the “health and wellness space” by the Los Angeles Tribune magazine, Host of the Healthy Body, Healthy Hair Summit, and known for investigating, discovering, and communicating root cause resolutions to rebuild health and naturally regrow hair. Julie’s mission is to empower people worldwide to restore their health, hope, and hair naturally to look and feel their absolute best.
Summary
Hair loss isn’t just a cosmetic concern—it’s a health signal. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Olson to tackle the real reasons behind why so many women experience thinning or shedding hair. Spoiler: it’s not just genetics.
We dive into over 50 potential causes of hair loss, breaking them down into five functional areas like nutrition, hormones, stress, and gut health. Julie explains how foundational practices like balanced eating, stress management, and addressing gut health can make a huge difference—not only for your hair but for your overall vitality.
We also expose the myths the hair care industry wants you to believe, and why those “miracle” products aren’t the fix you’ve been promised. This is about empowering yourself with real solutions, not band-aid approaches.
Whether it’s hormonal shifts, inflammation, or nutrient deficiencies behind your hair struggles, this conversation gives you practical steps and hope. Plus, you’ll hear real-life success stories proving that it’s never too late to reclaim your confidence and healthy hair.
Don’t settle for quick fixes—tune in to discover how to truly transform your hair and health from the inside out.
The information provided during this podcast is for educational purposes only. The speaker may be a licensed medical professional and may present case studies of actual patients or refer to patients' treatment during the program. Please be reminded that the Scope of Practice for Holistic Nutrition Professionals prevents us from diagnosing, preventing, treating, curing, prescribing, managing, or healing disease. Holistic Nutrition Professionals are not licensed in any state and work with clients, not patients.
Takeaways
Hair loss is increasingly common among women, with many experiencing significant loss.
There are over 50 potential causes of hair loss, categorized into five functional areas.
Stress and inflammation play a critical role in hair loss, often leading to conditions like telogen effluvium.
Foundational health practices, including proper nutrition and stress management, are essential for hair regrowth.
Gut health is intricately linked to hair health, with dysbiosis and nutrient absorption issues being key factors.
The hair care industry often promotes ineffective products that do not address root causes of hair loss.
Success stories exist for those who address underlying health issues, regardless of age.
Women should be cautious of quick-fix solutions and focus on long-term health strategies.
Functional lab testing can uncover hidden health issues contributing to hair loss.
Empowerment through knowledge and holistic health practices can lead to significant improvements in hair vitality.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hair Loss and Its Impact
06:26 Understanding the Root Causes of Hair Loss
12:39 Foundational Steps for Hair Health
16:04 The Gut-Hair Connection
25:46 Navigating the Hair Care Industry
30:33 Messages of Hope and Success Stories
Resources
Stop hair loss naturally and regain confidence without medications or costly procedures. Get your free guide from Julie here.
Connect with Julie Olson on her website, her YouTube Channel, or on Instagram.
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