The Fueled & Free Podcast

To kick off 2025, I wanted to dedicate an episode to the popular health ‘trends’ that seem to be shaping the future of wellness. I’ve been entrenched in the holistic health space for about a decade now, so I’ve seen a lot! One of the biggest (and more recent) shifts in the health space is the focus on longevity and biohacking tools. I’m sharing my thoughts on well-known wearable devices like the O...

Today’s episode features a returning guest, Beka Gaskin!  Beka Gaskin is a trauma-informed nervous system coach. She supports high-achieving women to nurture their inner selves and break free from the grind. Beka is a good friend and someone I worked with previously; it was truly a life-changing experience!  This time of year can be joyous, but it can also bring up a LOT of stress, overwhelm, and...

Both PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and hypothyroidism are affecting women globally , yet they often remain undiagnosed. These are disorders we often see in the clients we work with, but they usually receive very little guidance from their providers on how to navigate them. Remember - there is a reason why dysfunction is happening within your body. If you’re tired of dealing with PCOS, thyroid...

Today’s episode is covering all things protein powders and protein shakes! Protein powders and shakes are super popular (and convenient in our non-stop, hustle world today), but they’re not all made equally. If you’ve been wondering whether or not you should incorporate a protein powder or shake into your routine + want to know what to look for in a powder, this episode is for you!  I’m diving int...

Curious about castor oil packs and wonder whether or not you should be using them?  Castor oil packs are a therapeutic tool that really anyone can use, and something we recommend to pretty much all of our clients. In today’s episode, I’m giving you a ‘crash course’ about castor oil packs. I’m diving into the therapeutic benefits and why they’re especially helpful for liver detoxification, why cast...

Today’s episode features Isaac Pohlman, also known as the Diabetes Dietitian. Isaac Pohlman is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s degree in public health and nutritional sciences. He was inspired to pursue nutrition after developing a series of health issues during his high school and college years, including type 1 diabetes, hypothyroidism, and hormonal imbalances. He weaves much of his perso...

You may think taking high-quality supplements and drink mixes are going to fix your frustrating health symptoms, but, that’s just NOT the case!  In today’s episode, I’m talking about what you actually need to do before stressing about supplements + lab testing. I’m diving into factors like the importance of really cleaning up your diet and prioritizing 3 solid meals/day, taking a mindful & mod...

I can’t believe it, but we’ve reached the 50th episode of the Fueled & Free podcast!! This feels like an incredible accomplishment, and to celebrate, I wanted to do a fun Q&A style segment. These are a variety of questions that came from my Instagram community, and I’m excited to cover them in more detail here. If you resonate with these questions asked and you know it’s time to dive into...

It’s time that we tackle a hot topic that’s at the root of sooo many health issues - cortisol imbalance. If you follow any health or wellness account on social media, I know you’re seeing content regarding cortisol. Yeah..it’s trending everywhere, and is definitely having its moment right now! While some of these cortisol ‘balancing’ products that you’re seeing and hearing about are gimmicky, cort...

I know sooo many of you are struggling with annoying hormonal issues, like irregular periods, bloating, acne, fatigue, and more.  Maybe you’ve gotten bloodwork done with your provider, and it comes back ‘normal’. Maybe you’ve been told that testing your hormones won’t be useful due to their fluctuation. Regardless of your story, you’re experiencing these issues, and you deserve to get to the root...

Today’s podcast episode features Courtland Nall, a holistic hygienist busting the toxic dental paradigm one topic at a time! In today’s conversation, we’re discussing a variety of topics related to both traditional and holistic practices in dentistry, and oral health. We chat about the importance of second opinions in your dental care, the crucial connection between gut health and oral health, wha...

We’re diving into gallbladder health in today’s episode! The gallbladder is often not thought of as an ‘important’ organ in your body, because it is something you can live without.  But, it does WAY more than you may realize! The gallbladder is very interconnected to your thyroid, hormones, and gut health, and plays a crucial role in metabolic health. Fortunately, there are a variety of holistic w...

Today’s podcast episode features not only one, but TWO powerhouse women - Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps. Kristin and Maria are the co-founders of the women’s health and hormone education practice Wise + Well, and they’re co-authors of their recent book, The Great Menopause Myth. Together, Kristen and Maria have developed a deep specialty in perimenopause and menopause health through their clinic...

In this episode, I dive into all things hunger and appetite. Do you find that you lack a consistent appetite? Or find that certain times of the day you aren't hungry at all and other times of the day you're starving? What about the push to eating a higher protein diet to those who seemingly can't stomach that larger volume of food?  I'm diving into some of the reasons and &quot...

I'm excited to be back to podcasting after taking the summer off!! I'm  kicking off season 4 by sharing our unfortunate experience of an unexpected mold exposure in our bathroom at our Pennsylvania home. I discuss how we discovered the mold, the immediate actions we took as a result, some of the health issues we experienced, what I learned through the process, what I'd recommend if...

I’m excited to wrap up this season with a fun Q&A style episode, answering questions submitted by my Instagram community. I dive into a variety of topics like the very controversial GLP-1 (semaglutide) peptides (like what they actually are and what to consider if you are planning to take them), how using a vibrator can affect your hormones, why regular consumption of nuts + other omega-6 fatty...

I’m calling out the elephant in the room on today’s episode… because it’s a huge issue that I see among so many women today.  If you’re struggling with difficulty losing weight, gut issues like chronic bloating, low energy, and hormonal imbalances…did you know that under-eating can make all of these things worse?  Not eating enough calories and food on a daily basis is its own root cause, and will...

Did you know that over 27 million Americans are suffering from thyroid disease? According to the American Thyroid Association, over half of those who are, don’t even realize they have a thyroid condition!  Your thyroid doesn’t just ‘magically’ decide to stop working - there’s a much bigger reason as to WHY it’s not functioning properly. Simply throwing a medication at your hypothyroid symptoms and...

Today’s podcast guest, Dr. Lindsay Bell, is a clinical psychologist and coach who helps people master their minds, optimize their performance, reduce stress, and find a deeper level of fulfillment in life.  I resonate with so much of Lindsay’s story - especially the whole ‘moving your family and starting fresh in Florida’ thing, but also, her refreshing perspective on aging and goal setting. I fin...

Today’s podcast guest, Dr. Jenn Simmons, is a true pioneer in the field of breast health. She’s a breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine practitioner, and after finding herself with a breast cancer diagnosis a few years ago, her life-changing experience from ‘doctor’ to ‘patient’ really opened her eyes to who she was, and what she believed in. As someone who was surrounded by breast canc...

Today’s podcast guest, Kitty Blomfield, is a force to be reckoned with. She’s a leader in the metabolic space, host of the well-known Weight Loss for Women podcast, and she’s had quite the transformation over the last decade! Kitty and I discussed a variety of topics in this episode - her journey with poor body image and endless dieting, to finding freedom with food and exercise, and the major min...

We’re wrapping up our cycle syncing series with today’s episode featuring ALL the things related to the menstrual phase of your cycle! For many of us, our actual period is something that can really knock us down - it’s not an optimal, exciting time we look forward to. If this rings true for you, trust me when I say, I felt VERY similarly for a long time. I was completely disconnected from my own c...

If you follow anyone in the women’s health space, chances are you’ve seen posts about the recent (and very divisive) March 2024 Washington Post article titled ‘Women are getting off birth control amid misinformation explosion’.   Today’s podcast guest, Nicole Bendayan, is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist who was recently featured in this viral article. Nicole shares her side of the story on being...

Today’s podcast guest, Michaela Belle, knows firsthand what it’s like to experience unexpected changes and pivots in life, and as her life has shifted, she’s also pursued various business endeavors along the way. From MLM to business coaching, to writing a book about divorce and healing from a narcissistic ex, she then created her signature program, The Savvy Single, which encourages women to posi...

One of the most central and key components to our menstrual cycle (and our overall well being really) is ovulation, so I can’t wait to dive into this fascinating phase in more detail! Ovulation typically happens smack dab in the middle of your cycle. Even if improving fertility or achieving pregnancy isn’t one of your goals, healthy ovulation IS a major indicator of your overall health status. In...