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Original Being is a podcast that delves into the timeless wisdom of ancient practices and ways of living. From holistic health and wellness to survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, this show explores the knowledge our ancestors used to thrive. Hosted by Jillian Erice, a functional Physician Associate and homesteading mother of three, each episode offers insights, experiences, and conversations with experts and everyday people who embrace a hands-on, self-sufficient lifestyle.
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Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Ep. 11: Optimizing Your Fertility via Functional Medicine with Maria Santee
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
In this conversation, Maria Santee, a functional medicine physician assistant and restorative fertility expert, shares her personal journey through fertility struggles and her transition into a holistic approach to health. The discussion delves into the importance of functional medicine, nutrition, gut health, and the role of stress and sleep in fertility. Maria also introduces the concept of homeopathy as a safe and effective treatment option, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of health that includes both traditional and alternative practices. The conversation concludes with details about an upcoming retreat focused on gut restoration and nervous system reset, highlighting the importance of community and holistic healing.
Maria Santee is a board-certified Physician Assistant, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and founder of Vital Fertility, a holistic fertility clinic in Santa Cruz, CA. With a background in marine biology, family practice and public health, Maria brings a unique lens to root-cause fertility care. Her Vital Fertility Program helps women and couples move from frustration to fertility through detoxification, hormone balance, and gut restoration.
Website: https://vital-fertility.com
Instagram: @maria_santee_wellness
Email: maria@vital-fertility.com
Phone: (831) 204-1264
Office Location: 406 Mission St., Suite D, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Health Reclaimed Retreat: https://healthreclaimed.kartra.com/page/Retreat
🌿 “Unlock Your Fertility Potential” – A 7-minute video that shares my personal fertility story and introduces the 4R system. http://bit.ly/44clHTH
Other Resources:
Functional Medicine Certification: https://schoolafm.com/
Clinical Homeopathy Certification: Certification: https://www.cedhusa.org
Homeopathic Book: https://amzn.to/4eiD1Lm
Homeopathic Remedies: https://www.boironusa.com/
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Watch Full Video Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing
Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry
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