The Rejuvenating Health Podcast

Share Your Thoughts! Today, the dream team of Laken and Lindsey are back in action discussing the hoopla around perimenopause. Ladies, weight gain after 40 isn't about laziness; it's a physiological response to hormone changes as we enter this season of life. It's common to see women gain approximately three pounds per year in perimenopause.  Here's a sneak peek at what you&apo...

Share Your Thoughts! Cholesterol has been vilified for decades, but what if this vital molecule isn't the cardiovascular villain we've been led to believe it is?  In today's solocast, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Lindsey Van Schoyck challenges conventional wisdom around cholesterol management and explains why a more nuanced approach is essential, especially for women. Her...

Share Your Thoughts! Frustrated with traditional healthcare approaches? We're with you! Most women seeking our help have already done the lab work, been told everything's "normal," received unhelpful medications, or spent thousands on supplements, yet they're still exhausted and struggling. So what gives? The hard truth is that labs and a consultation alone won't get...

Share Your Thoughts! Ever felt stuck in an emotional loop despite knowing exactly what to do? That frustrating gap between knowledge and action often comes down to the stories we unconsciously tell ourselves about who we are and what we're capable of. In today's show, Rejuvenating Health mindset coach, Crystal Crespo makes her Co-Hosting Debut as she and Laken pull back the curtain on &q...

Share Your Thoughts! Uncertainty is a normal part of changing your body, whether losing weight or healing a health condition, but it often becomes the biggest obstacle to achieving results. Today, Laken and Lindsey discuss these key concepts to help you with your mindset: • How the lack of control over timing creates problems for you • How  the fear of past failure can lead to learned helplessness...

Share Your Thoughts! Have you been feeling exhausted no matter how much you sleep? Experiencing unexplained anxiety, mid-day crashes, mood swings, and stubborn weight gain that won't budge despite your best efforts? You're not alone, and it's not all in your head. In today's show, Mindset Coach Laken and Women's Nurse Practitioner Lindsay Van Schoyck break down the science...

Share Your Thoughts! Ever wonder why you're stuck in a weight loss plateau despite eating "healthy"? Why you wake up at 2 am every night? Why you crash every afternoon despite your morning green smoothie? Your blood sugar might hold the answers, and today, Lindsey and Laken get into why that matters for you.  Today, you're going to learn about: How Continuous Glucose Monitors (...

Share Your Thoughts! Ever felt frustrated because weight loss medications aren't working for you? You're not alone. Today, Laken and Lindsey tackle the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy is that they aren't magic pills—they create conditions for fat loss but require you to meet your body halfway with proper habits. Many women experience disappointing results becau...

Share Your Thoughts! Have you been meticulously meal prepping, strength training, and cutting out sugar but still not seeing results? You're not alone, and contrary to what you might believe, it's not a lack of discipline or effort holding you back. In this episode, we tackle the controversial truth that many wellness influencers won't tell you: even the "perfect" diet and...

Share Your Thoughts! Have you been feeling frustrated that the weight loss strategies that used to work in your twenties and early thirties suddenly seem ineffective? You're not imagining things—your body has fundamentally changed, and it's time to update your approach.  Lindsey and Laken hit this one on the head in today's show. For women over 35, biology shifts in ways that demand...

Share Your Thoughts! The health provider landscape has become a confusing alphabet soup of credentials – MDs, NDs, FMDs, RNs, DCs – leaving many wondering who to trust with their well-being. Today, Lindsey and Laken cut through the noise to help you navigate this complex terrain clearly and confidently. "If you've ever Googled your symptoms and ended up in a Facebook group being told to...

Share Your Thoughts! Unhinged weight loss advice is not only ineffective but often dangerous for women's health and metabolic function, with many recommendations coming from authority figures who lack updated nutrition knowledge. • Extreme calorie restriction (below BMR) triggers survival mode, increasing fat storage and slowing metabolism • Enemas for "detox" damage gut microbiome...

Share Your Thoughts! Ever wonder why you're still struggling with fatigue, weight gain, or hormone imbalances despite doing "all the right things"? The answer might be hiding in plain sight – your liver.  Your liver is quite literally your body's chemical processing plant, performing over 500 vital functions that affect everything from hormones and blood sugar to energy levels...

Share Your Thoughts! On today's episode, Coach Laken and Coach Lindsey explore the deep wounds that exist between women and offer strategies for healing these fractures to create stronger sisterhood bonds. They unpack universal female experiences from competition to judgment, providing practical tools to shift these patterns into opportunities for connection and growth. Learn how to navigate:...

Share Your Thoughts! Ever wonder why your health and weight loss efforts seem stuck in an endless cycle of high hopes and disappointing results? In today's coaches roundtable episode, Lindsey, Laken and the squad pull back the curtain on the real reasons behind your stalled progress – and it's probably not what you think. The conversation gets refreshingly honest - spicey even... as we e...

Share Your Thoughts! Our gut health plays a central role in how we think, feel, and function on a daily basis, impacting everything from our immune system to our hormone balance and mental wellbeing. Laken and Lindsey give us the goods on everything from good poops and healthy digestion to signs and symptoms there could be something going on that some quick nutritional changes could help remedy. ...

Share Your Thoughts! Today's show features your favorite Nurse Practitioner Lindsey, and your resident Mindset Guru, Laken offering a behind-the-scenes look at functional lab testing and interpretation, showing how even health-conscious individuals can have surprising imbalances. The ladies dive into Laken's most recent comprehensive blood work to demonstrate how functional medicine appr...

Share Your Thoughts! Consistency is key in all parts of our lives, ladies. Today, we're celebrating our 100th episode by delving deep into the topics that have resonated most with you, our audience throughout our journey.  From the surprising popularity of ferritin education to the nuanced approach of GLP-1 micro-dosing and the reality of weight management after 35, we're unpacking the i...

Share Your Thoughts! Strength training is essential for every woman over 30. Women gradually lose 3-8% of muscle mass per decade, which is the primary reason many gain weight despite unchanged eating habits. Today, Lindsey and Laken are joining by the whole gang, as they weigh in on what medical professionals now refer to as "the organ of longevity"; muscle. It's called this for its...

Share Your Thoughts! Today, Lindsey & Laken explore the concept of the victim mentality and its detrimental impact on health journeys. Awareness and accountability are essential in overcoming this mindset, turning feelings of powerlessness into proactive choices that lead to progress. • Understanding the victim mentality and its definition  • Discussing how it stops health progress  • Actionab...

Share Your Thoughts! Understanding GLP-1s offers more than just weight loss answers. On this episode, Lindsey and Laken reveal new health benefits and the cutting-edge research behind these peptides.  Today you'll learn: The role of GLP-1s in insulin regulation and glucose metabolism  About emerging research linking GLP-1s to brain health and neuroprotection  The cardiovascular benefits and t...

Share Your Thoughts! Understanding the intricate relationship between insulin and weight management is vital for anyone struggling to lose weight. On today's episode, Lindsey and Laken nerd out on the science behind how high insulin levels can lead to weight gain due to insulin resistance and offer actionable advice on improving metabolic health through lifestyle changes. Today you'll le...

Share Your Thoughts! The full squad is back with another entertaining roundtable discussion exploring three unique health tools: red light therapy, vibration plates, and grounding mats. Lindsey and the team chat about each tool and its potential benefits, safety considerations, and ability to enhance overall health and wellness when incorporated into a balanced lifestyle. • Explaining the benefits...

Share Your Thoughts! Methylation is a crucial biochemical process that affects everything from energy production to mood and detoxification. In this episode, we explore how proper methylation can enhance overall well-being and share practical strategies for optimizing it through diet, lifestyle, and mindset. • Defining methylation and its core processes  • The impact of methylation on energy, mood...

Share Your Thoughts! Today we address the common struggle of feeling overwhelmed by healthy living and emphasize the importance of viewing habits as adjustable levers rather than strict rules. Lindsey and Laken go deep to encourage listeners to focus on small, manageable changes that fit their current lifestyle, promoting sustainable wellness. • Exploring feelings of overwhelm in health habits  •...