Nutrition & Life

Welcome back to another deeply insightful episode of the Nutrtion and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa sits down with Andrea Nakayama—a renowned functional medicine nutritionist and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance—to explore the transformative world of functional medicine, chronic health challenges, and the art of simplifying complex health decisions for empowered well-being. In this ep...

Welcome to another episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Nick Langer—renowned physique coach, functional health advocate, and founder of BR Physiques. Get ready to rethink everything you know about training, recovery, and reaching your peak physique. Nick and host Lisa embark on a deep dive into why “less is more” when building an elite body, how stress and recovery...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s show, host Lisa sits down with Mariah Fontana—physique coach, bikini competitor, and passionate advocate for women’s health. Together, they unravel some of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) aspects of fitness, nutrition, and physique development, offering a fresh perspective on what it really takes to...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s show, host Lisa Franz is joined by Colleen Sloan, a dynamic dietitian, PA, and nutrition coach, for a practical deep-dive into building a healthier relationship with food, navigating clinical nutrition conversations, and letting go of the number on the scale. Colleen shares invaluable expertise about advocating...

Welcome back to another transformative episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, we're excited to bring you an inspiring and information-packed interview with Dr. Derek Alessi, PhD—health professional, founder of Strength Genesis, and advocate for practical, sustainable fitness and nutrition strategies for everyone, at any age. In this episode, Dr. Derek dives into the origins of Strength...

Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, we’re joined by High Performance Coach Mark Gray, who is passionate about transforming everyday lives into pain-free, energized powerhouses. If you’ve ever struggled with back pain, felt overwhelmed by health routines, or wondered how to actually start seeing results in your busy life, this episode is a must-listen....

Welcome back to the Nutrition and Life Podcast! In today’s episode, Lisa wraps up months of fascinating interviews on one of the most foundational topics in health: gut health. Drawing from expert insights including Lindsay Little, Liz Roman (“the poop queen”), Dominic Kuza, Trey Bruffey, Dane Anderson, and William Grazione, Lisa offers a comprehensive, practical guide to nurturing your gut and, b...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast podcast! In today’s episode, Lisa sits down with renowned fitness and wellness coach Christian Caba to take a deep dive into sustainable fat loss specifically for busy moms. Christian’s heartfelt mission—born from personal experience supporting his own mother—centers on helping women reclaim confidence, prioritize themsel...

Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, our host Lisa sits down with Ryan Jore—a dedicated personal trainer and strength specialist—to unpack the science, myths, and mindset behind efficient strength training, especially for women. Whether you’re just getting started, want to break through training plateaus, or aim for your first unassisted chin-up, this...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! This week, host Lisa sits down with registered dietitian and weight loss specialist Caroline Piper to unpack the realities of sustainable weight loss and nutrition. In this candid and motivating discussion, Caroline shares her personal journey from unhealthy dieting to becoming a champion for balanced, realistic nutrition. If...

Welcome back to another value-packed episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa sits down with renowned nutrition, fitness, and business coach Jeffrey Su of First Call Out Fitness for an open-minded discussion on the ever-evolving landscape of health, hormones, gut wellness, and the business of coaching. Whether you're a client, an aspiring coach, or a seasoned professional, this episo...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In this episode titled “Manifesting Bliss, Living with Intention, and The Power of CORE,” Lisa sits down with the vibrant life coach and personal development expert, Caroline de Posada, for a soul-nourishing conversation on living your most aligned and intentional life. Caroline shares transformative principles—from the f...

Welcome back to the Lisa podcast! In this episode, host Lisa Franz sits down with Paulie Campbell—entrepreneur, fitness coach, former professional bodybuilder, and gym owner—to shed light on the realities of the fitness industry. Paulie pulls back the curtain on what it’s truly like to work in fitness, how to set yourself up as a coach, and how clients can finally experience real success by focusi...

Welcome to another truly insightful episode of the Lisa podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz is joined by renowned physiotherapist, educator, and Human Matrix creator, Zac Cupples. Together, they explore ground-breaking concepts to improve mobility, relieve pain, and optimize movement through foundational elements like breathing, targeted exercise, and practical daily routines. Zac takes us on his jour...

Welcome back to another transformative episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today's episode, Lisa sits down with Mindset Coach Heather Hakes for a deep-dive into “becoming the conscious creator of your reality.” Together, they unpack the power of mindset, intuition, and identity—plus share loads of actionable strategies for overcoming perfectionism, indecision, emotional blocks, and self-...

Welcome back to the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s insightful episode, Lisa wraps up Menopause Month with a comprehensive overview of the most critical lessons and actionable strategies gathered from last year’s leading experts on menopause, including Dr. Lara Bryden, Jason Theobald, Dane Anderson, Louise Digby, and more. Whether you’re in your thirties looking to prepare, currently naviga...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, Lisa sits down with the insightful health coach Nicola Farndell, who shares her transformative journey through anxiety, self-doubt, and decades of diet culture to becoming a powerful force in women’s health and menopause coaching. This episode is packed with honest reflections on Nicola’s battle with body image, he...

Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa chats with Stefanie Adler, a fertility, hormone, and gut health nutritionist, who is on a mission to empower women with real, personalized health solutions. Stefanie shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood gut issues to helping countless women break free from cookie-cutter health advice and truly...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of The Nutrition and Life Podcast! This week, Lisa welcomes Dr. Krystle Zuniga—oncology dietitian, Ph. D., and nutrition myth-buster—to dive deep into the vital connection between nutrition, movement, and cancer prevention. Dr. Zuniga brings a science-backed, compassionate approach to fighting cancer at all stages: from prevention, through treatment, and...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s episode, host Lisa sits down with the brilliant Michelle Routhenstein - registered dietitian, heart health expert, and passionate advocate for prevention over treatment. Michelle dives deep into the actionable strategies for taking control of your cardiovascular well-being, from understanding your numbers to f...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, we shine a spotlight on pelvic health—a crucial yet often misunderstood topic that impacts people of all ages and genders. Joining Lisa is Dr. Catrina Fabian, a dedicated pelvic health physiotherapist, who demystifies everything from the anatomy of the pelvic floor, best practices for abdominal health, actionable...

Welcome back to another dynamic episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s episode, Lisa is joined by the amazing Barbie Boules—also known as the Cognition Dietitian. With over 25 years of experience specializing in menopause, cardiometabolic health, and cognitive wellness, Barbie brings a science-meets-practicality approach to midlife health, especially for women navigating perimenopau...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! This week, host Lisa sits down with Garrett Serd, accomplished dietitian and the visionary behind Tandem Nutrition, for a candid deep-dive on one of the most misunderstood and neglected aspects of successful weight management: what happens after the diet. If you’ve ever struggled with keeping the weight off or felt nervo...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today’s episode features the incredible Holly Bertone—midlife weight loss coach, author, and former FBI counterintelligence expert. Holly brings a refreshing perspective to emotional eating, blending her unique FBI background with neuroscience and practical tools to help listeners rewire their relationship with food. Dive...

Welcome back to another transformative episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today’s show features the brilliant Dr. Ashley Dwyer, a licensed pharmacist and functional health coach specializing in helping women master hormone health for sustainable fat loss and well-being. Dr. Ashley shares her inspiring personal health journey from being a retail pharmacist and competitive bodybuilder to exp...