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Maintenance & Mindfulness Live: Immunity Unlocked: What Really Works with Dr. Paul Hrkal - Fall 2025 Oct 17, 2025

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In this special M&M guest expert episode, Odette sits down with Dr. Paul Hrkal to explore what actually supports a strong immune system, especially through cold and flu season. From simple environmental tweaks like using an air purifier and swapping furnace filters, to whole food strategies that build a solid defence (hello, garlic and ginger), Dr. Paul breaks down how small, consistent actions can have a big impact. They also chat about recovery foods, the right time to lean on supplements like vitamin D, C, zinc, and adaptogens, and why rest is often the most underrated immune booster. Whether you’re looking to stay healthy or bounce back faster, this conversation is packed with practical tips that work.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

To learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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Introducing Registered Dietitian Alissa Steinberg - Fall 2025 Oct 16, 2025

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In this episode, Gina welcomes Registered Dietitian Alissa Steinberg to explore how real-life nutrition meets real-life bodies. From breaking down the science behind sustainable health to understanding the emotional side of why weight loss can feel harder than it should, they cover the key factors that influence your journey—like gut health, movement, and the power of protein and fibre. It’s a practical, real-talk conversation about what actually supports long-term weight management and why knowledge—not willpower—is what makes the difference.

Where to find Alissa:

Instagram: @healthyu_dietitian

www.healthyu.ca

If you are in the Fall 2025 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Livy Method Day 36 - Fall 2025 Oct 15, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 36, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025.

In this episode of the podcast, recorded on Thanksgiving Day, Gina reminds listeners that holidays are meant to be enjoyed—food included. From embracing moments that matter to calmly navigating weight fluctuations, she talks about how indulgence doesn’t have to derail your progress. She shares the power of getting back to routine without punishment, normalizes scale ups and downs, and reframes plateaus as signs of growth, not setbacks. The conversation closes with a mindset reset, encouraging reflection over reaction, and awareness over anxiety. Whether you're feeling off-track or just want a boost of perspective, this episode is a gentle reminder that real progress includes real life.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Midweek Motivation - October 15, 2025 Oct 15, 2025

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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation!

In this week’s episode, Gina and Odette reflect on the messy (or magical?) middle—that awkward, in-between part of the process where things can feel sticky, slow, or just plain hard. With Thanksgiving behind them and real-life indulgences front and centre (hello, wine and turkey leftovers), they share relatable moments and practical mindset shifts that help reinforce why consistency counts. It’s a laid-back, honest conversation that reminds listeners that the goal isn’t perfection—it’s just showing up and doing your best.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

To learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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The 4 Main Reasons Why Your Weight Might Be Slower to Move with Dr. Paul Hrkal - Fall 2025 Oct 15, 2025

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In this episode, Gina is joined by Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal for a straight-up conversation about why the scale might not be moving—even when you're doing all the things. It’s Week 5 of the program, a pivotal point where most people start to see movement, but for those who don’t, there could be deeper reasons. Together, they unpack four major culprits: inflammation, food sensitivities, gut health, and hormones (including menopause). Dr. Paul explains how these internal factors could be stalling your progress and what to look out for, from subtle signs to testable markers. Whether you’re in your first round or have done the program before, this one’s a must-listen if you feel stuck or suspect something more is going on behind the scenes.

Where to find Dr. Paul:

Instagram: @drpaulhrkal

www.paulhrkalnd.com

If you are in the Fall 2025 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Spill the Tea - Fall 2025: Week 5 with Natasha London-Stewart Oct 14, 2025

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In this episode of Spill the Tea, Gina welcomes Natasha London-Stewart, a Livy Method member who’s lost 84 pounds and gained something even more powerful: self-love. Natasha opens up about growing up in a culture where food is love and body comments are common, and how that deeply shaped her relationship with eating and self-worth. She shares what it’s been like to unlearn those patterns, rebuild her confidence, and shift her mindset from shame to self-acceptance. With honesty and heart, Natasha reminds us that the journey isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, generational, and ongoing.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.livymethod.com.

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Livy Method Day 37 - Fall 2025 Oct 14, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 37, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025.

In this episode, Gina talks about getting back on track after the long weekend and how normal it is to experience fluctuations on the scale. She encourages listeners to shift their mindset at this stage of The Program, leaning into consistency over perfection as motivation dips. From reminders to reconnect to your "Why," to how setting small intentions can bring calm and clarity to your day, this episode is all about staying focused and giving your body what it needs, even when life throws curveballs. If you’ve fallen out of routine or the scale’s been messing with your head, this one’s for you.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Livy Method Day 32 - Fall 2025 Oct 09, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 32, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025.

In this episode, Gina explores how downsizing week is about more than just eating less—it’s a chance to check in, take stock, and recognize the habits that shape real change. She explains how inflammation and food sensitivities can show up when you're paying closer attention, why stress isn’t just emotional but physical too, and how simple grounding rituals can help keep you centred when life gets loud. More than anything, this conversation is a reminder that awareness isn’t fluff, it’s the real work. Whether you’re struggling or thriving, there’s something in this one for you.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Midweek Motivation - October 8, 2025 Oct 08, 2025

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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation!

In this episode, Odette is joined by Kim, The Livy Method’s weight loss group manager, for a raw and honest conversation about Downsizing Week—on both the weight loss and maintenance sides of The Program. Together, they unpack how members often carry old expectations into new stages of their journey, especially around the scale and portion sizes. Kim shares insights from the weight loss group, while Odette speaks to the emotional work of letting go of old patterns. Whether you're downsizing for the first time or circling back with a different intention, this episode is all about reconnecting with your body, embracing discomfort, and understanding that real growth often happens in the in-between.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

To learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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Anxiety & Weight Loss with Kyle Buchanan - Fall 2025 Oct 08, 2025

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In this guest expert episode, Gina chats with Certified Nutritional Practitioner, public speaker, and host of the feelgoodery podcast, Kyle Buchanan. Together, they explore the powerful connection between anxiety and the weight loss journey. From the mental chatter that makes it hard to see progress, to how physical and emotional stress can show up as restlessness or food noise, they unpack why anxiety isn't just in your head, it’s in your body too. They offer practical ways to find calm and confidence through daily habits, mindset shifts, and body awareness. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need a moment to breathe, this episode is a reminder to slow down, reconnect, and keep showing up for yourself.

Where to find Kyle:

Instagram: @itskyleb

www.kylebuchanan.ca

feelgoodery Podcast

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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