325: The Real Reason You’re Always Tired (And How to Fix It Naturally) with Mary Cristine

The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Get ready for a powerhouse conversation, Brave Table fam! 🌟 In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, I sit down with holistic wellness entrepreneur Mary Cristine to unpack how she turned unimaginable life challenges—losing her father, navigating single motherhood, and healing her son’s neurological disorder—into a mission to transform health from the inside out.

We dive into gut health, the hidden dangers in our food systems, how heavy metals and mold are quietly sabotaging your health, and the simple habits you can adopt now to build radical resilience. Plus, Mary shares her favorite supplements, gut-healing hacks, and how she redefined success through self-worth and authenticity.

If you're ready to break free from survival mode, boost your energy, and reclaim your vitality—this is your wake-up call!

What you'll get out of this episode…

• How your environment might be silently sabotaging your health—and what clues you’re probably missing
• The hidden threats (hint: it’s not just diet) that could be triggering chronic symptoms
• Why your gut might actually be your first brain—and what that means for your mood, immunity, and energy
• The unsettling truth about our modern food system—and what you need to know to protect yourself
• The unexpected connection between physical symptoms and emotional/spiritual well-being
• How tiny, simple daily actions can stack up to create lasting vitality—and where to start today

Key Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome and intro to Mary Cristine's journey

02:58 – Growing up in Dubai & the lessons from a desert city

06:00 – Losing her father to cancer and becoming a young mom

10:00 – Discovering her son’s neurological disorder and rejecting conventional medicine

13:00 – Healing through traditional medicine and holistic approaches

18:00 – How heavy metals, mold, and food quality affect children’s health

22:00 – Gut health is everything: The root cause of most modern illnesses

27:00 – Morning routines to hack your health and protect your nervous system

32:00 – Supplements every woman over 30 needs

36:00 – The truth about aging, inflammation, and lifestyle diseases

43:00 – Why fermented foods and fiber are non-negotiables

47:00 – Behind Mary’s supplement line and healing philosophy

50:00 – Spill the Chai: Rapid fire Q&A and final thoughts

Want more?

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Connect with Mary Cristine

WEB / https://marycristine.com/

IG / @marycriistine

GENE TESTS / https://beatthatdish.com/pages/nutrigenomix-test

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Ep. #275: Trusting Your Mom Sense: Kanika Chaddha Gupta on Motherhood, Career, and Empowering Children with Purpose (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)

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Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.