Learning to thrive in a whole new world

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Show Notes

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On episode 177 of the Mile 40 Podcast, host Bishoy Tadros welcomes Maya Ayed, founder of Alya Health, the world's first high polyphenol olive oil shot designed for gut and metabolic health.

Originally from Tunisia, Maya reflects on her journey from a tight-knit, tradition-bound community in North Africa to building a groundbreaking business in the U.S. She shares how navigating family dynamics, adversity, and cultural expectations forged her resilience and growth-minded approach.

The conversation delves into her childhood, the influence of both her parents and grandmother, and how experiences with conflict, frugality, and cultural pressures shaped her values and entrepreneurial drive. Through trials, rejection, and moments of loneliness, Maya reveals the importance of adaptability, community, and personal evolution, not just in business, but in life.

Tune in for an intimate look at determination, open-mindedness, and the power of becoming the person you need to be to create lasting impact.

Maya Ayed is the founder of Alya Health, the world's first high-polyphenol olive oil shot for gut and metabolic health.

When she moved to the US for her bachelor degree, she saw a troubling disconnect: one of the wealthiest countries in the world but chronic disease was everywhere. Tunisia, a developing country, had a far healthier population. The difference was in the food system.

It became personal when she was diagnosed with SIBO. She turned away from the complexity of modern healthcare and back to her roots: olive oil from her family’s grove in Tunisia. She realized ancient wisdom backed by modern science held the answer: polyphenols, the bioactive compounds packed with antioxidants that support our bodies’ natural function.

Maya founded Alya Health: a potent, daily olive oil shot made from early-harvest, cold-pressed, unfiltered, organic Chetoui olives, certified highest polyphenols on the market to help you build a simple ritual for better health.

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