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Are you eating healthy, exercising regularly, and still struggling to lose weight after 40? In this episode of the Nourished Alive Podcast, I sit down with Emily Spurling, a 40+ fat loss, strength, and nervous system mentor and creator of the Calm, Strong, Lean Method. After years of helping women improve their health, Emily found herself facing the same frustrations many women experience in their...

I have been running the 5-Day Gut & Hormone Reset for over 4 years — 17 consecutive rounds, more than 100 women. What I have never done, until now, is sit down and actually look at the numbers. This episode changes that. In this episode, I walk you through the aggregate data from 186 participant surveys — collected before, during, and after the cleanse. 86% of women improved their sleep. 74% exper...

93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy — and women over 40 are especially at risk as estrogen declines in perimenopause. In this episode, Vesna breaks down two critical heart health markers most doctors never test for: ApoB and Lp(a). You'll learn why these numbers matter more than LDL, how your hormones are directly connected to your cardiovascular risk, the insulin connection most doct...

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Show Notes Links & Resources Free guide: Your Body Already Knows How Book a free 20-minute consultation Revitalize Your Metabolism — Early bird ends March 31 · Program starts April 6 nourished-alive.com/rym Episode 1: Your Body’s Secret Weight Loss Hormone — And Why You Don’t Need a Prescription to Activate It Follow NourishedAlive on Instagram and LinkedIn Chapter Markers 00:00 — Introduction...

In this episode of the Nourished Alive Podcast , I dive into GLP-1, the body’s natural weight-loss hormone, and explains why women over 40 don’t need prescription drugs to benefit from it. I share my client Jean’s inspiring journey — losing 40 pounds naturally without medications — and explores how natural hormone balance, stress management, and plant-based proteins can support appetite regulation...

In this episode of the Nourish Alive Podcast , I’m sharing a real coaching moment that perfectly illustrates what transformation truly looks like on a health journey. After a session with one of my clients today, I felt inspired to record this episode in real time because the conversation highlighted something so many women experience — even when they’re making incredible progress with their healt...

What happens when a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in pain-free movement experiences a gut-focused nourishment cleanse for herself? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lara Johnson, Doctor of Physical Therapy, to talk about her personal experience with my 5-Day Nourishment Cleanse — and how profoundly it impacted her body, energy, digestion, food cravings, and overall sense of well-be...

The USDA nutrition pyramid has changed — and if you’re a woman in your 40s, this update matters more than ever. In this episode, I break down the new USDA dietary guidelines and explore what the flipped food pyramid really means for women’s health, hormone balance, metabolism, and sustainable nourishment . With a special focus on protein , this episode dives into why protein is now the foundation...

In this episode, I talk about why managing cholesterol—especially LDL—is so important for reducing the risk of heart disease, which is still the leading cause of death worldwide. I share how dietary cholesterol can raise blood cholesterol levels and how certain foods, like apples, berries, and garlic, can help lower it naturally. I also explain how simple lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of a...

In this episode of Nourished Alive , I’m sharing one of my favorite client success stories — a real-life transformation that shows what’s possible when you stop settling for “fine” and start prioritizing your health. You’ll hear how my client went from feeling exhausted, bloated, and stuck to feeling energized, confident, and fully alive again — simply by learning how to nourish her body intuitive...

In this episode, I share my personal experience breaking a 48-hour fast and dive deep into the science behind what actually happens in your body during extended fasting. From shifting fuel sources and balancing hunger hormones, to boosting insulin sensitivity and activating cellular repair, fasting is a powerful (and often misunderstood) healing modality. I’ll walk you through the three key stages...

In this solo, unscripted episode, I take you behind the scenes as I complete a 48-hour fast during our 3-month Hunger Hormone Reset program. I share why I chose to do it, what it felt like, and the powerful lessons I’ve learned about hunger, satiety, and trusting my body. You’ll hear about: ✅ The purpose of the Hunger Hormone Reset ✅ What actually happens during a 48-hour fast (physically + ment...

You’ve finished the cleanse — so now what? In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies I use (and recommend to my clients) for staying nourished, balanced, and energized long after a detox or reset ends. I’ll walk you through how to reintroduce foods one at a time , how to track your body’s responses using a simple journal, and how to maintain your results without falling back into old patte...

In this heartwarming episode, I welcome Jeanne and McKenna , a mother-daughter duo, to share their personal experiences with the 4 Day Nourishment Cleanse . Jeanne, a six-time cleanse participant, inspired her daughter McKenna to join for the first time — and together, they embraced the power of preparation, structure, and support. McKenna shares how the cleanse significantly improved her sleep an...

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey — from growing up in Bosnia to navigating the confusing and often frustrating U.S. healthcare system, to finally reclaiming my health on my own terms. I was honored to sit down with Whitney, the host of 'There's Always a Reason' podcast to share my journey back to health. After years of feeling unheard and overwhelmed, I dove deep into s...

In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Ariaudo , executive health and wellness coach and expert in somatic relating and body intuition. Despite eating clean and living well, Sarah was still struggling with chronic inflammation —until she said yes to the 4-day Nourishment Cleanse . Sarah shares how she personalized the cleanse to fit her lifestyle, extending it to 5.5 days, and how the group suppor...

In this episode, I’m diving into the world of gut health supplements and answering some of the most common questions I get: Should you be taking probiotics? If so, which ones are best for you? And how can you tell if a supplement is really doing its job? I’ll share my thoughts on how to navigate the overwhelming supplement aisles, from understanding gut health basics to figuring out which products...

In this episode, I sit down with Janina Rivera — a fellow clinical research professional and first-time cleanser — to talk about what it’s really like to try the Nourishment Cleanse for the first time. Janina shares her honest thoughts: the hesitations, what finally pushed her to give it a try, and what changed in her body and mind along the way. She’d never done a cleanse before, and this convers...

In this episode of Nourished Alive , I’m talking about something deeply personal and incredibly common—thyroid health. If you’ve been feeling exhausted (even after a full night’s sleep), dealing with brain fog, mood swings, or stubborn weight gain… I want you to know: you're not crazy, and you're not alone. These are often signs that your thyroid may need some extra support. I’ll share how...

In this powerful and relatable episode of Nourished Alive , I sit down with my client Susan, a woman in her 40s from North Carolina who felt like she was doing "fine"—until she realized fine wasn’t good enough. Facing fluctuating weight, high cholesterol, and feeling stuck in the cycle of medication and family health history, Susan took a leap and joined the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse. Wh...

In this episode of Nourished Alive , we're diving deep into Candida—what it is, why it overgrows, and how it impacts your health. If you've ever struggled with sugar cravings, fatigue, skin issues, digestive problems, or brain fog, Candida overgrowth might be the culprit. Join me as I break down: ✅ What Candida is and where it thrives in the body ✅ Common symptoms of overgrowth (from gut...

What if four days could change your life? In this episode, I sit down with Denise, a dedicated member of the Nourished Alive community, who shares her inspiring health transformation journey. After losing both parents at 65, she knew she had to take a different path to reclaim her health and longevity. Denise opens up about her struggles with weight loss, energy crashes, and finding a sustainable...

In this episode of Nourished Alive , I sit down with Cristina, a busy professional who transformed her health and life through the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse . Cristina opens up about her struggles with constant fatigue, sugar cravings, and digestive issues — and how she finally reclaimed her energy and balance with just a few simple, nourishing changes. Listen in as we dive into: 🌱 The wake-up ca...

When Maria got the news that her A1C was in the diabetic range, her cholesterol was sky-high, and she had fatty liver disease, she feared medication was her only option. That is, until her daughter invited her to try the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse — and everything changed. In this inspiring episode, Maria opens up about: ✨ The wake-up call that pushed her to take control of her health 🌿 How she d...