The Girls Fuel Podcast

Skinny Is Trending Again… and It’s Messing With Us (How to feel good in your own without letting it control your life) with Alayna Guerra Okay... can we talk about the fact that skinny is trending again?   If you've found yourself looking at old photos, comparing your body to the past, or to women you see online, feeling like you're somehow "behind" because your body doesn't...

This episode is quick, a little chaotic, and recorded on my phone with about 20 minutes to spare before Memorial Day weekend… so we’re really just getting straight to the point today! I wanted to get this one out before the holiday because I know this is the time of year when so many people start spiraling a little about how to enjoy themselves without feeling like they’re completely falling off t...

In this episode, I am joined by Cole Patoine, MS, RD, and PhD candidate at Florida State University’s Gut Biome Lab, to talk about all things gut health and what is currently emerging in the research.  In this episode, we nerd out on: Cole’s journey from clinical endocrinology into research How gut microbiome research is done behind the scenes What stool testing can tell us about gut health The di...

If you’ve spent hundreds (or thousands) on supplements, gut testing, and protocols… and you’re still bloated, reactive to foods, or stuck with the same symptoms OR you're just starting to dive into the root cause of your symptoms and want to do it right — this is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common gut protocol mistakes I see in practice (and ones I’ve made myself) Beca...

You’ve tried everything to regulate your nervous system… Breathwork. Meditation. Journaling. Morning routines. And maybe they help… a little. But you still feel: Anxious or on edge Overstimulated easily Tired but wired Like your digestion flares easily Like you just can't handle stress anymore So you start wondering… “Why isn’t this working for me?” In this episode, we’re diving into a missing...

If you feel like everything you eat is suddenly bothering you … you’re not alone. Bloating, gas, fatigue, skin flare-ups, or feeling off after meals... and no matter how many foods you cut out, your “avoid list” just keeps growing. In this episode, we’re diving into food sensitivities and food intolerances , and more importantly, why they seem to be getting worse over time . Because here’s the tru...

This episode is a heart-to-heart about stepping into 2026 as the strongest, healthiest, most grounded version of yourself. I’m sharing a big vision shift that’s been unfolding behind the scenes—both in my life and inside Girls Fuel—and the identity work that’s come with it. For the first time in years, I feel deeply pulled toward something I haven’t prioritized in a long time: ✨ Getting in the be...

In this jam-packed episode, Haylee and Jess break down everything you actually need to know about GLP-1 medications, from how they work to how they impact your gut, appetite, and metabolism. 💊 They dive into: The science behind GLP-1s and how they help you lose fat The pros, cons, and real-life digestive side effects How to support your gut while on them (enzymes, bile flow, motility hacks, and m...

Parasites have become trendy online — but should you really be doing a “parasite cleanse”? In this episode of the Girls Fuel Podcast , we’re cutting through the noise to explain what parasites actually are, how you really get them (hint: it’s not just from traveling), and the signs they might be behind your bloating, constipation or diarrhea, nutrient deficiencies, allergies, skin flares, anxiety,...

If you feel like no matter how much you sleep you’re still exhausted , wake up more tired than you went to bed, and wonder if this is just “getting older,” this episode is for you. On the Girls Fuel Podcast , we’re cutting the BS about fatigue and helping you stop dragging through your days so you can actually live again. We’ll walk through the not-so-obvious signs of burnout and low energy , the...

If you’ve been dealing with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, bloating, food sensitivities, or joint pain, your gut might be involved — even if you don’t feel like you have “digestive problems.” In this episode of the Girls Fuel Podcast , we’re breaking down what leaky gut (increased intestinal permeability) really means, what causes it — from chronic stress and antibiotics to gut infec...

Ever feel like you're the only one in your household who cares about protein, fiber, or vegetables? 😅 This one’s for you. In today’s candid, unfiltered episode, Haylee and Jess get real about what it’s like to pursue your health goals when your partner, kids, or family just… don’t. Whether your spouse loves Pop-Tarts, your kids are picky eaters, or your mom side-eyes you for skipping dessert—...

In this episode, we are breaking down what it really takes to look and feel fit, without constant stress, scale obsession, or being in the gym for hours on end. If you’ve been doing all the right things but still feel stuck, bloated, or frustrated with your results, this conversation is your permission slip to zoom out and look deeper. They dive into: ✔️ Why gut + hormone health are the foundation...

We’re talking sh*t today—literally. In this episode, Haylee and Jess break down what your poop can actually tell you about your gut health (and why it’s one of the most powerful tools you have to spot imbalances). Whether you're dealing with constipation, loose stools, or a confusing mix of both—this episode will help you make sense of it all without the fluff (and with a little humor, of cour...

Ever feel like your brain is both wired and exhausted at the same time? You're not alone. In this episode, Haylee and Jess get real about what it’s like to live with “anxious squirrel brain” — whether it’s linked to ADHD tendencies, anxiety, executive dysfunction, or just a season of overwhelm. They open up about coming off anxiety medication, navigating dopamine dips, and how they’ve learned...

n this episode, I sat down with my friend and fellow coach, Jess Stancil, to break down all things peptides —what they are, how they work, when to use them, and when not to. We covered: What peptides actually are (and why not everything labeled a peptide really is one) Common options for gut health, inflammation, autoimmune symptoms, cognition, and fat loss—like BPC-157, KPV, TB500, GHK-Cu, and mo...

This episode is for the woman who’s been tracking her food, eating clean, training consistently, doing everything right —but still doesn’t feel (or look) the way she wants to. Jess and I are unpacking what’s actually going on when your body stops responding—and why the answer isn’t another diet, more cardio, or cutting more carbs. If you tune into this episode, you'll learn: ✔️What to do next if y...

If you’ve been doing all the right things —gut protocols, clean eating, supplements—but you still feel off… this episode is a must-listen. We’re breaking down mold toxicity in a way that actually makes sense: ✔️ What mold toxicity really is ✔️ The most common (and overlooked) symptoms ✔️ How to test your body and your environment ✔️ What healing actually looks like—from two people who’ve lived it...

If your cycle feels like it flips your personality, productivity, and energy upside down every month — you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend and fellow women’s health coach, Sam Jones , to talk all things menstrual cycle and how to actually work with it instead of feeling like it’s working against you. We cover: What’s really normal (and what’s not) to feel during each ph...

This solo episode is part birthday reflection, part health update, and part "holy shit we're a real adult moments. I’m taking you behind the scenes of everything that’s been going on—my mold retest results, how this fat loss phase has actually felt easy (?!), my thoughts on identity shifts in your late 20s, and the reminder that healing and growing into yourself takes way longer than we t...

In the final episode of our Strength That Supports You series, Jess and I are diving deep into what it really takes to train in a way that supports your hormones, builds muscle, and gets your body to actually respond to all the hard work you're putting in. If you're navigating burnout, irregular cycles, thyroid issues—or just not seeing the progress you know you're capable of—this episode will hel...

In today’s deep dive, Jess and I are breaking down exactly why traditional GI testing (like colonoscopies) often misses the root cause of chronic gut symptoms (like bloating, fatigue, constipation, diarrhea, or even brain fog and skin issues)... and what test we recommend instead. You’ll learn: What a colonoscopy actually shows (and what it doesn’t ) Why we use the GI MAP with our clients (and wha...

In this episode, Jess and I dive into the training concepts we wish we knew years ago — intensity, volume, and recoverable load. We break down how to train smarter, how to actually know if you’re lifting heavy enough , and how to adjust your workouts when your body is asking for a little more grace — whether that’s hormone-related, gut issues, or just feeling burnt out. We also cover: The differen...

Welcome to Part 1 of our brand-new series Strength That Supports You — where we’re rewriting the narrative around fitness and hormone health for women who want to feel strong without burning out their bodies. In this episode, Jess and I open up about the seasons we pushed too hard, ignored the signs, and ended up hormonally wrecked — and how we rebuilt our strength, energy, and confidence without...

In perimenopause, bloating, exhaustion, anxiety, hot flashes, stubborn weight gain, or brain fog can become your new norm. It can make you feel like a stranger in your own body. But it doesn't have to be that way! The truth is, your gut and hormones are shifting during perimenopause — and these changes are behind so many of the symptoms women are told are “just part of getting older.” In this epis...