Unwritten Beauty Talks
**Redefining Beauty from the Inside Out**
The podcast where science, empowerment, and integrative health meet! Hosted by master aesthetician and integrative health practitioner Katarina Forster, this series explores how beauty goes beyond the surface to encompass wellness, resilience, and healthy living. Each episode features inspiring conversations with remarkable women who share their journeys of overcoming challenges, finding balance, and embracing beauty from the inside out. Discover expert insights on skincare, aesthetics, lasers, and low-tox living, paired with practical tips for living a healthier, more vibrant life. make it a little shorter This isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling good, aging well, and thriving in every aspect of life. By focusing on integrative health, we’ll help you cultivate a lifestyle that enhances your natural glow and supports long-term wellness. If you’re passionate about holistic beauty, self-care, and creating a sustainable approach to health, *Unwritten Beauty Talks* is your perfect companion.
Unwritten Beauty Talks
The Truth About Botox Adverse Effects with Megan McCue
In this episode of Unwritten Beauty Talks, Katarina Forster sits down with Megan McCue, a medical speech-language pathologist and author who bravely shares her personal experience with Botox and the serious side effects she faced.
Megan opens up about developing iatrogenic botulism after receiving a small dose of Xeomin and how that experience led her to advocate for informed consent, transparency, and patient education around botulinum toxin injections. Together, Katarina and Megan explore the medical community’s response to toxin-related symptoms, the importance of understanding neurotoxins, and how patients can make safer, more informed decisions. The episode also touches on holistic alternatives to Botox, redefining beauty beyond aesthetics, and embracing confidence and wellness from the inside out.
💡 Key Takeaways
- Megan shares her personal journey with Botox and its long-term side effects.
- The medical community often overlooks or dismisses toxin-related symptoms.
- Botulinum toxin can spread beyond injection sites, causing neurological issues.
- Informed consent is essential before any neurotoxin procedure.
- Many individuals experience lingering health impacts after Botox injections.
- Education around Botox safety and side effects is still limited.
- There are effective holistic and non-toxic alternatives to support graceful aging.
- Open, honest communication between patients and injectors promotes safety.
- Awareness of neurotoxin risks is growing within both the beauty and medical fields.
- True beauty is defined by confidence, kindness, and inner health — not perfection.
🔗 Links & Resources
🌐 Website: www.iatrogenicbotulism.com
📚 Author Page: Megan McCue on Amazon
📸 Instagram: @botoxtruths
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