Fuel & Founder

The episode discusses the impact of hormones on energy levels and provides practical tips for improving energy and managing fatigue. It covers topics such as circadian rhythm, cortisol patterns, blood sugar stability, sleep quality, gut health, and the role of exercise. The episode emphasizes the importance of morning sunlight, protein-rich breakfasts, blood sugar stability, and consistent sleep p...

Episode Description: This week marks 5 years in business and instead of a guest interview or a how-to episode, we're doing something a little different. Pull up a chair, because this one is personal. I'm taking you back to where it all started, what the world looked like, why I decided to take the leap, and what the messy middle actually felt like. Plus, I'm sharing the 5 biggest lessons five year...

The main theme of the conversation revolves around decision fatigue and its connection to hormones, specifically cortisol, estrogen, and progesterone. The impact of these hormones on decision-making and strategies for managing decision fatigue are explored in detail. Takeaways Hormones impact decision fatigue Front-loading decisions for better outcomes

The podcast episode discusses the impact of progesterone on business success and provides insights into understanding, supporting, and addressing low progesterone levels naturally. It emphasizes the competitive advantage of supporting progesterone and offers practical strategies for boosting progesterone levels naturally. Takeaways Progesterone impacts business Supporting progesterone is a competi...

In this episode, Dr. Brea discusses the critical role of blood sugar in hormone health, particularly for high-achieving women. She explains how blood sugar dysregulation can lead to various health issues, including mood swings, fatigue, and hormonal imbalances. Brea shares her personal journey with blood sugar management and offers practical strategies for achieving balance, emphasizing the import...

Fuel & Founder is a podcast and community for female founders who want to scale their businesses without burning themselves out in the process. Through functional wellness strategies and honest conversations with women in the messy middle of business growth, this show explores how health, hormones, and success intersect. Because building the business of your dreams shouldn’t mean burning out y...

In this first episode of Fuel & Founder, I’m sharing my story of going all in on my career, building a chiropractic practice from the ground up, and learning the hard way that success without sustainability comes at a cost. I talk about injuring my neck in chiropractic school and how recurring flare-ups forced me to slow down when my mindset told me to keep pushing. I share how discovering fun...

The episode delves into Dr. Brea's personal journey with PCOS, from the impact of birth control to the emotional response to the diagnosis. It highlights lifestyle changes, stress management, and the impact on fertility, offering insights into managing PCOS through holistic approaches. Takeaways PCOS diagnosis and impact Managing PCOS through lifestyle changes Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hormon...