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The PR Pace PodcastSurviving Rejection as a PublicistIt's no secret that PR is getting more difficult by the day. The growing number of publicists, the shrinking number of journalists and traditional media outlets, along with an unstable economy brings even the most positive of us down from time to time. Fear not! Kourtney Jason, Founder + President of Pacific & Court, a PR firm specializing in PR for books, has some failsafe tactics to keep your spirits up and hits a'comin. Freelance journalist Jennifer Chesak also stops by with her best advice to get your pitch read + received!2025-04-2439 min
LEVELS – Metabolic InsightsWhy Levels now offers 1-1 dietitian coachingWorking directly with a dietitian who has access to your glucose data and food logs means you get the most personalized guidance possible. Here's how it works.Author: Jennifer ChesakLink to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/levels-dietitian-serviceBecome a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insightsLearn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blogFollow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2025-04-2111 min
The Health Fix PodcastEp 550: Evaluating Your Life with Psychedelics – A Guide to Personal Transformation with Matt ZemonAging brings up big questions—are you living the life you’re meant to? If you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or on a mission to better understand yourself, psychedelics might offer a new perspective. In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause chats with Matt Zemon, MSc, an educator, author, and leader in psychedelic wellness. Matt discovered psilocybin through friends, and it changed the course of his life. Now, he’s helping others navigate their own transformative experiences. Together, they discuss the potential of psychedelics for mental health, personal growth, and self-dis...2025-03-1953 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 550: Evaluating Your Life with Psychedelics – A Guide to Personal Transformation with Matt ZemonAging brings up big questions—are you living the life you’re meant to? If you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or on a mission to better understand yourself, psychedelics might offer a new perspective. In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause chats with Matt Zemon, MSc, an educator, author, and leader in psychedelic wellness. Matt discovered psilocybin through friends, and it changed the course of his life. Now, he’s helping others navigate their own transformative experiences. Together, they discuss the potential of psychedelics for mental health, personal growth, and self-dis...2025-03-1953 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 550: Evaluating Your Life with Psychedelics – A Guide to Personal Transformation with Matt ZemonAging brings up big questions—are you living the life you’re meant to? If you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or on a mission to better understand yourself, psychedelics might offer a new perspective. In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause chats with Matt Zemon, MSc, an educator, author, and leader in psychedelic wellness. Matt discovered psilocybin through friends, and it changed the course of his life. Now, he’s helping others navigate their own transformative experiences. Together, they discuss the potential of psychedelics for mental health, personal growth, and self-dis...2025-03-1953 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 550: Evaluating Your Life with Psychedelics – A Guide to Personal Transformation with Matt ZemonAging brings up big questions—are you living the life you’re meant to? If you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or on a mission to better understand yourself, psychedelics might offer a new perspective. In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause chats with Matt Zemon, MSc, an educator, author, and leader in psychedelic wellness. Matt discovered psilocybin through friends, and it changed the course of his life. Now, he’s helping others navigate their own transformative experiences. Together, they discuss the potential of psychedelics for mental health, personal growth, and self-dis...2025-03-1953 min
Hack My AgeBest Ways to Screen for Breast Cancer & Steps Following a Diagnosis - Dr. Jenn SimmonsA visionary breast cancer surgeon turned integrative oncologist, Dr. Jenn Simmons is redefining the landscape of breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Her groundbreaking approach combines: • Safe, pain-free, and accurate breast screening • Pioneering use of bioidentical hormone replacement for breast cancer patients • A mission to eliminate over-imaging, over-biopsy, over-diagnosis, and over-treatment Dr. Simmons empowers women to reclaim their hormonal health and embrace a life worth living. Her innovative methods not only save lives but also preserve quality of life, offering hope and vitality to those facing breast cancer. Author of the bestselling book "The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer...2025-02-071h 31
Jiggy Jaguar Show on AMfm247.comEp. 1/19/2025 - Jiggy Jaguar Show on AMfm247. com Jennifer ChesakJennifer Chesak is a medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker with bylines in several national publications. She is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. Her coverage focuses on COVID-19, chronic health issues, women’s medical rights, and the scientific evidence around health and wellness trends.2025-01-1900 min
Medicine With The MedalsWomen, Psilocybin, and Transformation: Hormones and Healing with Jennifer ChesakIn episode 55 of Medicine with the Medals, Michele welcomes Jennifer Chesak, author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. Jennifer shares her journey into the world of psilocybin, blending her expertise in women's health and psychedelics to uncover how psilocybin uniquely interacts with the female body.
Together, they discuss the importance of understanding hormonal cycles, the need for women-specific microdosing protocols, and the groundbreaking research on psilocybin’s effects on mood, trauma, and menopause.
Jennifer also sheds light on the intersection of indigenous wisdom and modern science, emphasizing the importance of honoring the roots of these sa...2025-01-1245 minHack My AgeWhat Women Need To Know About Psilocybin For Anxiety, Depression, Body Dysmorphia & Sexual Dysfunction - Jennifer ChesakJennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has appeared in several national and international publications, including the Washington Post and BBC. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill, and she currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University. Holiday Gift Guide: https://hackmyage.com/biohackingfavoriteschristmas2024/ Book: The Psilocybin Handbook for Women Matt Zemon episode: Psychedelics for Anxiety, Libido, and Pain - Safe or Risky...2024-12-231h 21Hack My AgeOffsetting Meals, Alcohol and Stress With New Biohacks - Zora BenhamouJoin gerontologist Zora Benhamou to pick up new and unique hacks this holiday season to offset damage from overeating, over drinking and over stressing. Learn what we can do pre-meal and pre-travel to improve immune and gut function to keep the holidays happy and healthy. Give thanks to our sponsors: Get Primeadine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA here. http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure by Timeline. 10% discount with code ZORA at timeline.com/zora Try Qualia senolytics. 15% off with code HACKMYAGE at qualialife.com/hackmyage Visit getkion.com/zora for 20% off Kion Essenti...2024-11-2932 minHack My AgeWhat Breast Cancer Surgeons Don’t Tell You - Dr. Jenn SimmonsA visionary breast cancer surgeon turned integrative oncologist, Dr. Jenn Simmons is redefining the landscape of breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Her groundbreaking approach combines: • Safe, pain-free, and accurate breast screening • Pioneering use of bioidentical hormone replacement for breast cancer patients • A mission to eliminate over-imaging, over-biopsy, over-diagnosis, and over-treatment Dr. Simmons empowers women to reclaim their hormonal health and embrace a life worth living. Her innovative methods not only save lives but also preserve quality of life, offering hope and vitality to those facing breast cancer. Author of the bestselling book "The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer...2024-11-251h 20Hack My Age54 Year Strong In Perimenopause, HRT Routine and How I Biohack MenopauseJoin gerontologist Zora Benhamou on her personal journey from pre-menopause into late perimenopause. At 54, Zora still has a cycle and has been biohacking her journey through the perimenopause with success. Learn her techniques and discover what she learned from interviewing 230+ guests on menopause and longevity. Give thanks to our sponsors: Get Primeadine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA here. http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure by Timeline. 10% discount with code ZORA at timeline.com/zora Try Qualia senolytics. 15% off with code HACKMYAGE at qualialife.com/hackmyage Visit getkion.com/zora for 20% off Kion Essentia...2024-11-2238 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsHow do you effectively diagnose sleep issues?Most “sleep studies” conducted in a lab struggle to diagnose sleep problems beyond apnea. Here’s how to better measure sleep issues, and how to address them.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/how-do-you-effectively-diagnose-sleep-issues
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Hack My Age235 Comparing Essential Amino Acids, BCAAs & Protein Powders For Muscle & Repair - Angelo KeelyVisit getkion.com/zora to try Kion essential amino acids for 20% off. My favorite is the mango!
Today we meet Angelo Keely to discuss the importance of protein and amino acids for women and longevity. EEAs (Essential Amino Acids) are the most important for building muscle, healthy aging and just about every function in our body.
Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion. He leads the supplement and functional food company Kion, dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions.
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Hack My AgeComparing Essential Amino Acids, BCAAs & Protein Powders For Muscle & Repair - Angelo KeelyVisit getkion.com/zora to try Kion essential amino acids for 20% off. My favorite is the mango! Today we meet Angelo Keely to discuss the importance of protein and amino acids for women and longevity. EEAs (Essential Amino Acids) are the most important for building muscle, healthy aging and just about every function in our body. Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion. He leads the supplement and functional food company Kion, dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions. 2024-11-181h 03Hack My Age234. Exosomes vs Stem Cells For Joints, Skin and Hair - Dr. Sandra KaufmannDr. Sandra Kaufmann started her career in the field of cellular biology. She got her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. And then she turned to medicine, and got a medical Degree at the University of Maryland. And for the last nearly decade she has been the Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Florida. Everyone in the biohacking world knows Dr. Kaufmann and outside of this world she’s been recognized as “Best in Medicine” by the American Health Council.
Today we are taking a d...2024-11-1652 min
Hack My AgeExosomes vs Stem Cells For Joints, Skin and Hair - Dr. Sandra KaufmannDr. Sandra Kaufmann started her career in the field of cellular biology. She got her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. And then she turned to medicine, and got a medical Degree at the University of Maryland. And for the last nearly decade she has been the Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Florida. Everyone in the biohacking world knows Dr. Kaufmann and outside of this world she’s been recognized as “Best in Medicine” by the American Health Council. Today we are taki...2024-11-1552 min
Hack My Age233. Low vs High Dose Menopause Hormone Therapy - Kristin Johnson and Maria ClapsMaria Claps is an FDN practitioner (Functional Diagnostic Nutrition), and Kristin Johnson is an NTP (Nutritional Therapy Practitioner's Training) Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition. They discovered that when they combine both individualized nutrition AND lifestyle changes tailored to a midlife woman's needs that includes mindset coaching, lab testing and hormone replacement therapy education, it’s a magic recipe that helps women thrive so that they can stop, reverse or prevent their health from spinning out of control. Together they wrote their first baby book "The Great Menopause Myth", which I was lucky enough to get an...2024-11-1147 min
Hack My Age232. New Peptide Kills Senescent Skin Cells & Is The Most Effective For Menopause Skin - Alessandra ZonariAlessandra Zonari, PhD is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at OneSkin, but she isn’t your typical scientist. She’s a visionary with a passion for longevity, skin regeneration, and the occasional karaoke jam. After earning a degree in stem cell biology, and a doctorate in skin regeneration and tissue engineering, Alessandra joined OneSkin in 2017 as a founding member and Chief Scientific Officer. Her contributions include 20+ papers, 3 patents, and the development of their proprietary OS-01 peptide. Try One Skin at 15% off with code ZORA at oneskin.co/ZORA Contact Alessandra Zonari and One Skin: 2024-11-081h 02
Hack My Age231. Q and A: Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis and Bunions – Panda LiHer innate curiosity and demand for excellence lead her to develop her skills as a strong diagnostician for any musculoskeletal issues from injuries related to elite athletic performance to chronic pain. Panda is also a qualified women’s & men’s pelvic health physiotherapist treating issues ranging from incontinence, pre/post-natal care to sexual dysfunction. Panda is also a qualified Women's & Men's Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and Lactation (breastfeeding) Pain Physiotherapist. She is an Integrated Systems Model©™ and Connect Therapy©™ Certified Practitioner. In addition, she is a Clinical Pilates Practitioner, Certified Menopause Health Physiotherapist and qualified in the area of Ergonom...2024-11-041h 08
Hack My Age230. Getting Strong In Menopause Is More Than You Think - Selene YeagerSelene Yeager is host of the Hit Play Not Pause podcast, content manager at Feisty Menopause, and a best-selling professional health and fitness writer, including the co-author of ROAR and Next Level with Dr. Stacy Sims. She lives what she writes as an NASM certified personal trainer, Pn1 certified nutrition coach, off road racer, and former All-American Ironman triathlete. Selene Yeager is leading the way for so many of us women who are older and active. Many of her followers are over 50 and 60 and are still professional athletes hitting records, climbing mountains and winning races, outright, over t...2024-11-0156 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsNew research shows that CGM data aids weight lossA small randomized clinical trial measures the value of seeing real-time glucose to improve diet and body composition.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/new-research-shows-that-cgm-data-aids-weight-loss
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2024-10-2608 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsUsing continuous glucose monitoring in people with PCOSImproving metabolic health can often alleviate symptoms of PCOS and continuous glucose monitors are one of the best tools we have.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/using-continuous-glucose-monitoring-in-people-with-pcos
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Hack My Age221. Psychedelics for Anxiety, Libido & Pain. Safe or Risky? - Matt ZemonMatt Zemon, MSc, an Educator, Author, and Leader in Psychedelic Wellness, specializes in the impact of psychedelics on mental health. Matt is a best selling author and holds a Master's degree in psychology and neuroscience from King's College London. He combines academic insights with a passion for safe and sacred psychedelic use, focusing on broadening understanding and access to these transformative substances. Additionally, he consults with medical practitioners in psychedelic therapy, contributing his expertise to further the responsible integration of psychedelics in healthcare. His new book, "The Veteran's Guide to Psychedelics" will be released mid October 2024. Book...2024-09-1655 min
Your Spiritual Besties073: Exploring Microdosing and Spirituality with Leslie DraffinWelcome back to Your Spiritual Besties Podcast! In today's episode, we share our personal experiences with learning Spanish and introduce our special guest, Leslie Draffin, a somatic psychedelic guide. Leslie takes us on a journey from her previous career as a news anchor to her current role as a guide and coach in the field of psychedelics. Together, we explore the profound definition of spirituality and the role that psychedelics play in connecting with the divine. We delve into the concept of microdosing and its sustainable effects, emphasizing the importance of intention and integration in...2024-05-081h 07
Get New Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Medicine & NaturopathyThe Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health by Jennifer ChesakPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/756265to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Narrator: Rachel Perry
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 15 minutes
Release date: April 9, 2024
Genres: Medicine & Naturopathy
Publisher's Summary:
If you're looking for mushroom mansplaining, you've come to the wrong book. The Psilocybin Handbook for Women is a resource for everyone, although it features information specific to those assigned female at birth—because psychedelics may have different effects and applications across the sexes. This informative guidebook is packed fu...2024-04-095h 15
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionThe Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and SpirituaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/756265 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health Author: Jennifer Chesak Narrator: Rachel Perry Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 15 minutes Release date: April 9, 2024 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: If you're looking for mushroom mansplaining, you've come to the wrong book. The Psilocybin Handbook for Women is a resource for everyone, although it features information specific to those assigned female at birth—because psychedelics may have different effects and applications across the sexes. This informative guidebook is...2024-04-0930 minEnjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionThe Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health by Jennifer ChesakPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/756265to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Narrator: Rachel Perry
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 15 minutes
Release date: April 9, 2024
Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition
Publisher's Summary:
If you're looking for mushroom mansplaining, you've come to the wrong book. The Psilocybin Handbook for Women is a resource for everyone, although it features information specific to those assigned female at birth—because psychedelics may have different effects and applications across the sexes. This informative guidebook is pa...2024-04-095h 15
Grow As We Go032- Mystic Menstruation: How Psilocybin Can Support Your Womb, Cycle, & SexHost Sam, guest Leslie Draffin, and co-host Anthony discuss microdosing psilocybin. How does someone go from a news anchor to a somatic psychadelic guide? In this episode, you'll find out as we dive in to what microdosing can do for your healing and integration. Psilocybin is a naturally occuring compound that can be used in medicine. Leslie discusses the ways microdosing can be used to enhance spiritual journeys and everyday experiences. Discussed is how Psilocybin is not a drug, as it is a naturally occurring substance, and often there are those who don't want to see it used in...2024-03-281h 14
Wholistic Endo Expert#40: Unveiling Psilocybin's Potential for Endometriosis, Chronic Illness, Mental Health and Hope with Dr. Lj Johnson and Jennifer ChesakTakeaways from this episode:
Psilocybin, Endometriosis, and women's health.
Psychedelics, brain flexibility, and endometriosis.
Endometriosis and mental health.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy and integration.
Psilocybin mushroom integration and its impact on the nervous system and gut health.
Endometriosis, inflammation, and potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin.
Psilocybin's impact on menstrual cycles and endometriosis.
Psilocybin benefits for mental health and comparing it to SSRIs.
Endometriosis and wholistic health with a medical professional.
Dr. Lj Johnson specializes in endometriosis and hormones while utilizing wholistic functional medicine. Johnson's passion stems from her own personal experience of managing multiple chronic illness diagnoses including the 16 y...2024-03-1855 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastPsychedelics & WomenThank you for joining us for a A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast now on Mental Health News Radio Network. This podcast is also available wherever you get your podcasts but I do suggest checking out Mental Health News Radio Network to find all your podcasts related to mental health. Today’s guest is Jennifer Chesak, Jennifer is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. She is also an adjunct instructor at Belmont University where she teaches courses in journalism. That was Jennifer Chesak, author of...2024-03-1447 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastPsychedelics & WomenThank you for joining us for a A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast now on Mental Health News Radio Network. This podcast is also available wherever you get your podcasts but I do suggest checking out Mental Health News Radio Network to find all your podcasts related to mental health.
Today’s guest is Jennifer Chesak, Jennifer is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. She is also an adjunct instructor at Belmont University where she teaches courses in journalism.
That wa...2024-03-1447 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsHow to get a CGM without diabetes and what you can learnOffering a real-time look inside your body, continuous glucose monitors (CGM) are a game-changing tool for anyone looking to improve their metabolic health.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-get-a-cgm-without-diabetes-and-what-you-can-learn
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2024-03-1213 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsWhat is metabolic flexibility, and why is it important?Metabolic flexibility means that your body can switch easily between burning glucose and fat, which means you have better energy and endurance.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-metabolic-flexibility-and-why-is-it-important
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2024-02-2813 min
Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona LovelyEp. 117 - Psilocybin for Women, an interview with Author Jennifer ChesakDr. Fiona Lovely is a health and wellness expert with specialties in restorative endocrinology, functional neurology and functional medicine. Speaking to the topics of women's health around peri-menopause and menopause. Today, Dr. Lovely interviews Author, Journalist, and Editor Jennifer Chesak. Jennifer is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women - a book Dr. LOvely thinks every woman should read. Together, they talk all things magic mushrooms. Please listen, learn and share. You can find Jennifer Chesak on social media @jenchesak and on her website: www. jenniferchesak.com 🥬Please visit our product partner page: drinkAG1.com/fionalo...2024-02-191h 19
Getting Personal with Plant MedicinePsilocybin and Sexual HealthJennifer Chesak joins Diana to delve into the potential benefits of psilocybin for sexual health. They discuss how historical gender biases in medical research have led to a lack of treatments for AFAB-specific conditions and how women are turning to psychedelics for self-treatment. The conversation touches on the concept of ego death and oceanic boundlessness experienced during psilocybin use, which may enhance intimate partner communication and body image—two factors protective against female sexual dysfunction. While psilocybin isn't presented as an aphrodisiac or a cure-all, the episode suggests that both macro and microdoses of psilocybin could offer insights and su...2024-01-0236 min
Mushroom Revival PodcastPsilocybin for Women with Jennifer ChesakToday we sit down with Jennifer Chesak, newest author to the book "The Psilocybin Handbook for Women" (2023). We cover questions such as: Does psilocybin affect women differently?Does it matter where I am in my cycle when I use psilocybin?Can psilocybin help with menstrual migraines, endometriosis, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder?Will psilocybin boost my sex life?Do hormones have an impact on the entourage effect?What the heck is the entourage effect?And more!Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on January 24, 2023 and contacted via email.2024-01-0254 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsLarge global insurance company highlights central role of metabolic healthSwiss Re urges the healthcare industry to test for, prevent, and treat insulin resistance to save money and lives.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/large-global-insurance-company-highlights-central-role-of-metabolic-health
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The Nutrition EditPsilocybin for Women with Jennifer ChesakJoining me today is Jennifer Chesak, the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women.Jennifer is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. She currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University, leads various workshops at the literary nonprofit The Porch, and serves as the managing editor for the literary magazine SHIFT.Today we’re talking about the use of psil...2023-12-141h 44
Mystic LoungeMagic Mushrooms and Personal Transformation Help Without MansplainingJennifer Chesak, author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women, joins me to discuss experiential and scientific evidence for the powerful therapeutic and magic-like properties of psilocybin mushrooms. Her book is a resource for everyone, although it features information specific to those assigned female at birth—because psychedelics may have different effects and applications across the sexes. Physical pain and psychological challenges are often relieved by either microdosing psilocybin or by ritualistic use of mushrooms. Jennifer shares about the science of the brain, how our understanding of the chemical interactions affect how we see ourself, and the benefits of the reported my...2023-12-101h 02
alles ist eins.The Psilocybin Handbook for Women - insights from author Jennifer ChesakDies ist ein tiefer Einblick in die besonderen Aspekte des Konsums von Psilocybin-Pilzen durch Frauen.
Wenn Du in einem Land lebst, in dem der Konsum von Psilocybin-Pilzen illegal ist, solltest Du diesen Podcast auf keinen Fall als Ermutigung zum Konsum verstehen. Wenn du aber in Erwägung ziehst, Pilze zu konsumieren, dann tue es sicher und mit all dem Wissen, das Dir zur Verfügung steht. Zu Informationszwecken und nur zu dazu haben wir diese Sitzung aufgezeichnet.
This is a deep dive into the specific aspects of women consuming psilocybin mushrooms.
If you live in a state that considers this co...2023-12-0500 min
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Roots of FlourishingThe Digital Revolution’s Challenges to Our Humanity: Part 4--The Social Lecture 2This is the second of two lectures on the social harms by the digital revolution. In the pre-digital world, we desired and sought out relations with those that we had common beliefs and interests; however, the degree of homogeneity of those beliefs and interests was limited by the potential number of people we could interact with. We also had access to limited information which prevented many of our beliefs from going very deep. The breadth of values that we held to be vital was also limited due to lack of reinforcement and/or exposure by those in the...2023-12-0136 min
Sexy Ageing: Embracing Life beyond 40MIND: Psilocybin and Women's HealthAuthor Jennifer Chesak is a medical journalist and fact-checker who knows what it’s like to live with chronic illness and get medically gaslighted. “I am the type of girl who does her research—like a lot of it,” she says. “I’ve researched psilocybin at length, specifically how psilocybin affects and may help women or people assigned female at birth, whether therapeutically, spiritually, or recreationally. You’ll find a synthesis of that research—along with personal stories, including my own—in this book.”
No other book on psilocybin investigates the intersection of magic mushrooms with women...2023-11-2245 min
Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read RecommendationsNavigating Life through Reading and Writing with Author Odyssa Abille (E53)Send us a textIn today’s episode, I am chatting with Odyssa Abille. Odyssa is a teacher and writer based in Vietnam, originally from the Phillippines. She is the writer of two poetry books entitled Like a New Sun Rising and From Where I Stand. Her articles and poety are featured in international publications such as Amendo, The Good Men Project, GirlTellMe, and The Fairy Tale Magazine. In the Phillippines, her essays are part of an anthology titled Good Street under 8Letters and an upcoming project of Summit Books. She is currently a me...2023-11-221h 03LEVELS – Metabolic InsightsWhy are glucose responses so individual?Diet and nutrition are not one-size-fits-all. Instead, learning how different foods affect your individual health can help you reach your goals.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-are-glucose-responses-so-individual
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2023-11-2108 min
UnladylikeSHROOM BOOM 🍄, pt. 2: TripsittingCall the tripsitter! We’re macrodosing on magic mushrooms, psychedelic sexism and psilocybin breakthroughs with journalist and fact-checker Jennifer Chesak. Author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women, she explains why psilocybin could work wonders for anxiety, eating disorders, endometriosis, PCOS, PTSD and more, and the drug’s unresolved legacy of Indigenous exploitation. Cristen also journeys into Western psychedelics’ white boys’ club culture where men are psychonauts, and women are tripsitters.Part two of three.. . .Follow on IG | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Unladies' Room PatreonShop merch!Contact Multitud...2023-10-3139 min
Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights PodcastJennifer Chesak, MSJ: The Healing Power of Psilocybin in Depressive Disorders | Bouncing Back #38In this episode of Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights Podcast, host Joahanna Wickramaratne will delve into the world of alternative medicine together with Jennifer Chesak, an accomplished medical journalist and author of the "Psilocybin Handbook for Women"
Jennifer will guide us as we explore the profound healing properties of psilocybin in treating depressive disorders. We'll dispel the myths and controversies that often surround psilocybin and discuss the many ways magic mushrooms can enhance human resilience in the face of life's challenges.
Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Jennifer delves into the psychological m...2023-10-271h 30Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights PodcastJennifer Chesak, MSJ: The Healing Power of Psilocybin in Depressive Disorders | Bouncing Back #38In this episode of Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights Podcast, host Joahanna Wickramaratne will delve into the world of alternative medicine together with Jennifer Chesak, an accomplished medical journalist and author of the "Psilocybin Handbook for Women"
Jennifer will guide us as we explore the profound healing properties of psilocybin in treating depressive disorders. We'll dispel the myths and controversies that often surround psilocybin and discuss the many ways magic mushrooms can enhance human resilience in the face of life's challenges.
Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Jennifer delves into the psychological m...2023-10-271h 30
Microdosing For HealingEmpowering Women with Plant Medicine with Jennifer ChesakJennifer Chesak, the brilliant author of The Psilocybin Handbook For Women, joins the show today to share her personal exploration of psilocybin, offering a glimpse into her first experiences with this transformative plant medicine. In this episode, she explains the intricate qualifications required for participation in clinical studies, diving into a poignant discussion about how the traditional medical community has inadvertently overlooked the unique needs of women. Jennifer also shares her discoveries about the challenges women face within the medical realm, including instances of gaslighting by healthcare professionals.You can find show notes, resources and more at...2023-10-201h 06
Conversations With Moon Body SoulPsilocybin For Women with Jennifer ChesakIn this episode I sit down with Jennifer Chesak. She is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Jen earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. She currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University, leads various workshops at the literary nonprofit The Porch, and serves as the managing editor for t...2023-10-1958 min
The Psychedelic Invest PodcastJennifer Chesak Writes About Psilocybin and WomenOn this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Jennifer Chesak, the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women.
Jennifer is the author of the forthcoming book "Psilocybin for Women," to be published by Ulysses Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster in 2023.
She is a Nashville-based freelance journalist, editor, fact-checker, and adjunct professor with more than two decades of experience. She earned her Master of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill. Her writing has appeared in Washington Post, The Daily Beast, Healthline, Verywell, Greatist, Prevention, Runner’s World, Trail Ru...2023-10-1836 minThe Psychedelic Invest PodcastJennifer Chesak Writes About Psilocybin and WomenOn this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Jennifer Chesak, the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women.
Jennifer is the author of the forthcoming book "Psilocybin for Women," to be published by Ulysses Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster in 2023.
She is a Nashville-based freelance journalist, editor, fact-checker, and adjunct professor with more than two decades of experience. She earned her Master of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill. Her writing has appeared in Washington Post, The Daily Beast, Healthline, Verywell, Greatist, Prevention, Runner’s World, Trail Ru...2023-10-1836 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsIs fructose behind Alzheimer’s disease?A new study suggests that fructose and uric acid may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s, thanks to an evolutionary adaptation hijacked by the modern diet.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/is-fructose-behind-alzheimers-disease
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2023-10-1710 min
Anti-Hero's JourneyJennifer Chesak, Author, JournalistJennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. She currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University, leads various workshops at the literary nonprofit The Porch, and serves as the managing editor for the literary magazine SHIFT. Find her work at jenniferchesak.com and follow her on socials @jenchesak.2023-10-1127 min
Holistic Women's Health114. The Power of Psilocybin for Women with Jennifer ChesakJen is the author of the book The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is also a Nashville-based freelance journalist, editor, fact-checker, and adjunct professor. Her writing has appeared in Washington Post, Verywell, Healthline, Greatist, Health, Real Simple, Parents, Prevention, Runner’s World, Trail Runner, Women’s Running, Mindbodygreen, and more.
Episode highlights:
- How women benefit from mushrooms
- Recognizing and respecting indigenous culture and wisdom surrounding mushrooms
- When to use it in your cycle
- Benefits for stress, trauma, anxiety, creativity, endometriosis and more
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SetSet Show with April PrideEp. 70 | Psychedelics & Sexual Abuse, a Warning to WomenIn Part 3 of 3 with guest Jennifer Chesak, author of the recently published The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. In this episode, host April Pride engages in an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Chesak about the intricacies of sex, consent, and boundaries. In this final episode of our series, listeners can explore these sensitive topics in a safe and informative space.After listening to this episode, you'll have a better understanding of:Sexual abuse in some psychedelic communities was reported by NY Magazine podcast Cover Story “Power Trip.”Nuances of consent while in an altered stateHow to communicate boundaries effe...2023-10-1013 min
SetSet Show with April PrideEp. 69 | Shrooms and Breastfeeding: An Author Shares Her Opinion on Medical ResearchWhat's the deal with shrooms and breastfeeding? In Part 2 of 3 with guest Jennifer Chesak, author of the recently published The Psilocybin Handbook for Women discusses this pressing topic with host April Pride as well as the broader concern of motherhood and psilocybin. Jennifer offers a fresh, raw, and authentic perspective that resonates with all women concerning motherhood in every way. From the highs to the lows, this episode leaves no stone unturned.After listening to this episode, you'll have a better understanding of:Explore the nuances of consent in intimate relationships, how to communicate effectively...2023-10-0420 min
Mental Health News RadioWomen, Psilocybin, and Mental HealthJoin Kristin and Jennifer as they discuss her book The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. Jennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more. Her coverage focuses on chronic health issues, medical rights, health care, harm reduction, and the scientific evidence around health and wellness trends, including cannabis and psychedelics.Jennifer earned her master...2023-10-0253 min
Her Story SpeaksJennifer ChesakIn this episode, my guest and I talk about the healing benefits of psilocybin. We share our personal journeys about the healing we experienced on psilocybin as well as medical facts that support the healing. My guest, Jennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill, and she currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University. Find her wo...2023-09-271h 08Her Story SpeaksJennifer ChesakIn this episode, my guest and I talk about the healing benefits of psilocybin. We share our personal journeys about the healing we experienced on psilocybin as well as medical facts that support the healing. My guest, Jennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill, and she currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University. Find her wo...2023-09-271h 08
THE MINDFULNESS EXPERIENCES03E72 - Jennifer Chesak - Psychedelics for WomenIn this episode of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast, host Keith Fiveson is joined by Jennifer Chesak, an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist. She is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women and a conference speaker at the Wonderland Miami 2023 Conference. Jennifer talks about her work on microdosing and magical mushrooms, the benefits of psychedelics in medicine, and how they can assist in diverse mental health conditions.
Jennifer highlights that the renewed interest in psychedelics is driven by the growing mental health space and the success of screenings and clinical trials that have shown promising results...2023-09-2748 min
SetSet Show with April PrideEp. 68 | Shrooms on Period & An Author's Opinion on Women's Hormones With PsilocybinShould you take shrooms on period? In Part 1 of 3 with guest Jennifer Chesak, author of the recently published The Psilocybin Handbook for Women gets to the bottom of this. In this episode, it’s time to learn about psilocybin for women’s health & well-being. Jennifer reveals behind the scenes the informative guidebook she’s gifted all women. It contains everything you need to know about psilocybin, including its history, potential medicinal and recreational benefits, the latest evidence-based research, how to microdose and trip set, and more.After listening to this episode, you'll have a better understanding of:2023-09-2633 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsCan blood sugar impact hot flashes?Several processes connect hot flashes to blood sugar. Here's how improving your metabolic health may lessen menopause symptoms.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-blood-sugar-impact-hot-flashes
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Empowera27: Jennifer Chesak: Author of The Psilocybin Handbook for WomenAuthor of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women; Freelance Journalist, Editor, and Fact-Checker; Copyediting, Nonfiction Editing, and Media Studies Adjunct Instructor2023-08-2922 min
Modern Psychedelics066 | Psilocybin Mushrooms for Women's Mental, Physical and Spiritual HealthJennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned her master of science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. And her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more. Her most recent book is The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. Her mission here as a journalist stems from being a woman who has been fed up with women being left beh...2023-08-251h 03
Find Your Feminine FireFrom Menopause to Intimacy: Exploring the Potential of Psilocybin for Women's Health with Jennifer ChesakIn a world where traditional medicine often overlooks the unique needs of women, many are turning to alternative pathways to find the healing and support they deserve. One such pathway is through the intriguing world of psilocybin. Today, I am thrilled to be joined by Jennifer Chesak, an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, fact-checker, and the visionary author of "The Psilocybin Handbook for Women." If you've ever wondered about the intersection of psychedelics and women's health, or if you're curious to discover the potential of psilocybin as a tool in the quest for...2023-08-2454 min
On the House: The Household Management Science Insights PodcastJennifer Chesak: Hand-Wash vs. Dishwasher | On the House #32Welcome back to another episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the accomplished Jennifer Chesak, a prolific freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker. Jennifer is also the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women.
Jennifer's journey includes a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill. Her written works have graced renowned national platforms, including the Washington Post. Beyond her writing prowess, she's an educator, imparting wisdom in journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University.
Centered around "The Great Dish-Washing Debate: Hand-Wash vs. Dishwasher," this e...2023-08-1156 minOn the House: The Household Management Science Insights PodcastJennifer Chesak: Hand-Wash vs. Dishwasher | On the House #32Welcome back to another episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the accomplished Jennifer Chesak, a prolific freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker. Jennifer is also the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women.
Jennifer's journey includes a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill. Her written works have graced renowned national platforms, including the Washington Post. Beyond her writing prowess, she's an educator, imparting wisdom in journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University.
Centered around "The Great Dish-Washing Debate: Hand-Wash vs. Dishwasher," this e...2023-08-1156 min
Unconditioning: Discovering the Voice WithinEpisode Sixty-Four. Jen Chesak: Psilocybin for Women, Integrating Strengths & Psychedelic AwarenessJennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. She currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University, leads various workshops at the literary nonprofit The Porch, and serves as the managing editor for the literary magazine SHIFT. Find her work at jenniferchesak.com and follow her on socials @jenchesak.
http://www.jennif...2023-08-0552 min
This One Time On PsychedelicsEpisode 123: The Psilocybin Handbook For Women (feat. Jennifer Chesak)For any of us that have been in the psychedelic space for even a short amount of time, it is easy to see that between individuals, there are many differences with regard to how these medicines operate within our minds, bodies & spirits. This being said, we can see this very clearly within the scope of men vs. women & one of the things I have been curious about for quite some time now is the idea of creating specialized frameworks for men vs. women within the psychedelic space as a whole. Well, my curiosity was finally resolved when I met...2023-08-041h 00
The Pelvic Yogi PodcastEp71 | Exploring the Intersection of Women's Health and Psychedelics with Author Jennifer ChesakIn this episode of the Nashville Women's Health podcast, host Aimee Bailey interviews author and writer Jennifer Chesak. Jennifer's book, "The Psilocybin Handbook For Women," explores the intersection between psychedelics and women's health. The Global Drug Survey of 2020 revealed that women are increasingly using psychedelics to self-treat conditions that the mainstream medical system has overlooked. Jennifer focuses on psilocybin, a natural fungus that many women feel safer using. She discusses the rapidly changing legalities surrounding psilocybin and predicts that it will be de-scheduled federally in the near future. Her book is available for purchase a...2023-07-3159 min
Expanding Reality215 | Jennifer Chesak | You Are The MedicineThank you for Expanding Your Reality!Get your Expanding Reality Handbook here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRDCPHDR?...For extended episodes, bonus conversations, powerful panel discussions and oodles more, Become an Expansive Insider at https://www.expandingrealitypodcast.c...This is a Value for Value exchange model. If this show has enhanced your experience in any way, support our mission of Expanding Reality.Support The Mission HERE! https://www.expandingrealitypodcast.c...Ad free Exclusive MP3 RSS feed with Expansive Insider Episodes | https://app.redcircle.com/shows/d54ee...NE...2023-07-2654 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsHow blood sugar can impact menopause symptomsHaving optimal metabolic health can help lessen the impacts of the changes during the menopause transition.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-blood-sugar-can-impact-menopause-symptoms
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2023-07-2614 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsHow does menopause impact weight and metabolic health?Weight gain is common during menopause, but we often miss the underlying relationship to insulin and other hormonal changes.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-does-menopause-impact-weight-and-metabolic-health
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2023-07-2412 min
From the HoneycombEp. 85 - Delving into the magical world of mushrooms with Micro dosing coach Leslie DraffinIn this eye-opening episode, join Katerina and Microdosing coach Leslie Draffin as they dive deep into the transformative world of microdosing to nurture and heal the womb. Leslie shares the remarkable benefits of psilocybin, and sheds light on the potential of microdosing as a powerful tool to harmonize with your menstrual cycle and tap into the innate wisdom of your womb.
Tune in as Leslie shares practical tips and insights on how to responsibly and effectively incorporate microdosing into your menstrual self-care routine. Discover how to work with your body's natural rhythm to leverage the power of p...2023-07-2138 min
TrueLifeJennifer Chesak - The Psilocybin Handbook for WomenSupport the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima@jenchesakhttps://www.jenniferchesak.com/the-psilocybin-handbook-for-womenJennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more. Her coverage focuses on chronic health...2023-06-301h 08
Psychedelic HealingThe Author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women, Jennifer ChesakJennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more. Her coverage focuses on chronic health issues, medical rights, health care, harm reduction, and the scientific evidence around health and wellness trends, including cannabis and psychedelics.Jennifer earned her master of science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. She currently teaches copyediting, technical writing, and media studies in the publishing program at Belmont University, leads various workshops at th...2023-06-2933 min
Dope Sh*t My Therapist SaysRetraining Your Brain with Psychedelics: How the Use of Ketamine & Psilocybin Can Assist with Healing Your Mental Health with April PrideOn this episode:April’s mental health journey that led her to finding alternative therapiesThe differences between ketamine and psilocybin and the benefits of each in supporting mental functioningHow ketamine has been used as a tool to help with depression and suicidal ideationHow micro-dosing psilocybin has been used as a tool to help with PTSD, depression, OCD, and traumaHow psychedelics can allow us to "shut down our inner voice", open up and let goThe ongoing research on psychedelics and how it impacts & benefits women Connect with April:https://www.instagram.com/thehigh.guide/?hl...2023-06-1246 min
Tender Awakenings PodcastPsilocybin for Women feat. Jennifer ChesakJoin me as I chat with Jennifer Chesak on her book, “A Psilocybin Handbook for Women” Purchase her book here: https://www.simonandschuster.c... Jennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker, and her work has has appeared in several national publications, including the Washington Post. Chesak earned her master of science in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. She currently teaches in the journalism and publishing programs at Belmont University, leads various workshops at the literary nonprofit The Porch, and serves...2023-06-071h 02
The Light Within109. How Psilocybin Impacts & Benefits Women with Jennifer ChesakIn this week's episode, author & journalist Jennifer Chesak talks all about her groundbreaking new book, The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. This first-of-it's-kind manual discusses the way psilocybin impacts & benefits people born in female bodies SPECIFICALLY and I am SO THRILLED to have met Jennifer & can't wait to purchase her book when it comes out June 6th, 2023.Inside this episode we discuss:- studies around psilocybin & female brains- how psilocybin may impact women differently- psilocybin and your menstrual cycle- Jennifer's own journey with psilocybin & it's profound impact on her anxiety & grief...2023-06-0547 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsNew research shows loss of epigenetic information can drive agingA preliminary study in mice suggests that an epigenetic ‘reset’ can reverse aging processes and restore youthful function of tissue and organs
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Reviewer: David Sinclair, PhD
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-research-shows-loss-of-epigenetic-information-can-drive-aging
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Leading With Spirit[EP 47] Psychedelics and Women’s WellnessOur outstanding panelists of women in wellness share their expertise on the meeting place of women's wellness and psychedelics and offer questions about where the industry is going and how to maintain integrity within it.
Betsi Oliver has been working with entheogens for 14 years and after a career ranging from being a wilderness guide to public relations, is now a life coach and plant medicine integration specialist.
www.betsioliver.com
Jennifer Chesak is the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. She is a medical journalist and ad...2023-04-2755 min
A General Good TimeEp. 13: Establishing Boundaries: “Sorry, I can’t talk right now. Can I call you later?”In the age of social media, it seems as though everything we want can be accessed on our phone… including people. Does privacy even exist in the internet era? This week we will explore boundaries and why establishing them seems to be almost impossible. What are boundaries and why are they necessary? By examining boundaries and our own interpersonal feelings, I draw the connection between the two in order to figure out why it’s so difficult to express our limits. Background Music: OneEightFour via Anchor by Spotify
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Goddess Hadiyah ‘s PodcastRelationship Attachment TheoryRelationships make more sense once you know about attachment theory www.greatest.com article written by Jennifer Chesak2022-01-0911 min
LEVELS – Metabolic InsightsCan trauma affect our metabolic health?Potentially traumatic childhood experiences—and stressful events in adulthood—can alter our physiology and make us more susceptible to dysfunction.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Expert Reviewer: Dr. Molly Maloof
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-trauma-affect-our-metabolic-health
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2022-01-0718 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsWhy have dietary guidelines been so wrong, and how do they still need to change?Official dietary guidelines play a significant role in setting policy and habits. Here’s why they once demonized fat in favor of carbs and why they still recommend added sugar.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-have-dietary-guidelines-been-so-wrong-and-how-do-they-still-need-to-change
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2021-10-1520 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsWalking after a meal: the simplest habit for stable blood sugarTaking a post-meal walk can help stabilize blood sugar and give you more energy. New research explores when and how to walk for best results.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/walking-after-a-meal
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Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter2021-09-2812 minLEVELS – Metabolic InsightsDoes cholesterol matter? Metabolic health experts weigh in.More research shows that cholesterol is more nuanced than the traditional “good” or “bad” narrative. Here’s what Levels advisors have to say.
Author: Jennifer Chesak
Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/does-cholesterol-matter-metabolic-health-experts-weigh-in
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When Life Gives You LemonsWhen You Struggle With Boundaries: Part IIOn this week’s episode, I dive into Part II of the series on boundaries! I further define boundaries and the benefits of boundary setting. When thinking of boundaries, I use the analogy of being a goalie in a game of soccer. You're the "goal keeper" of your life and you are the only one who can "touch the ball" or have control over what you do and how you respond to the problems, drama, and challenges being "kicked" at you. Furthermore, I give wisdom on where you may need boundaries in your own life and how to...2021-08-2347 min