The Wellness Effect (A Lifestyle U Podcast)

Summer heat literally changes how your digestion works — and it's not the food, it's the environment. Jensen, Kira, and Lacey break down why your gut, hormones, and stress levels need a different approach once temperatures rise. This week, Jensen, Kira, and Lacey dive into how to actually enjoy summer without derailing your hormone or gut health progress. They cover why heat affects digestion, how...

Kira takes us back to the very beginning — from undiagnosed childhood anxiety and a decade of binge drinking to the fertility journey that included an ectopic pregnancy, two miscarriages, and two wildly different birth experiences. In this episode of The Wellness Effect, Lacey and Kira sits down for full-circle look at Kira's health journey — from her childhood as the eldest daughter, through birt...

You've tried the topicals, the antibiotics, maybe even birth control — and your skin still isn't clear. That's because acne isn't a skin problem. It's an inside job. In this episode, Jensen, Kira, and Lacey break down the real root causes of acne — from gut health and mineral imbalances to blood sugar, hormones, and bile flow — and give you the actionable habits to finally address what's happening...

What if your child's meltdowns, picky eating, grumpy mornings, and sensory struggles weren't personality traits — but signals? Kira shares how testing her daughter's minerals changed everything in just 3 days, and the 7 foundational habits behind it. Kira and Lacey dive into children's functional wellness, starting with Kira's personal journey discovering her daughter Ellie was severely mineral-de...

Your body already makes peptides every single day — so before you write them off as another wellness trend or jump on the Ozempic hype train, it's time to actually understand what they are. In this episode of The Wellness Effect , we breaks down peptides from the ground up — no hype, no fear, just a real explanation of what they are, how they communicate with your body, and why the conversation is...

Jensen, Lacey, and Kira are back for this month's Wellness Hour — and they're not holding back. This episode is a raw, honest conversation about fertility challenges, the limits of conventional medicine, and what it actually takes to support your body's hormonal health long-term. Lacey opens up about her ongoing fertility journey, including her resistance to moving into the next phase of testing,...

If you've spent years doing cardio wondering why nothing is changing — or you've never picked up a weight in your life and aren't sure where to start — this episode is for you. Jensen, Lacey, and Kira break down everything you actually need to know about resistance training: what it is, why it matters more than almost anything else you can do for your health, and how to get started no matter where...

You're eating clean, hitting the gym, getting your sleep — and you still feel exhausted, bloated, and hormonally off. It's not you. It's what you're being exposed to every single day without realizing it. In this episode, we break down low-tox living in the most approachable, judgment-free way possible. No fear-mongering, no guilt about last night's candle or this morning's dry shampoo — just the...

Inflammation gets a bad reputation — but did you know it's actually one of your body's most intelligent survival mechanisms? In this episode, Kira, Jensen, and Lacey pull back the curtain on chronic low-grade inflammation: what it actually is, why so many women are living with it without realizing it, and what's quietly driving it every single day. From brain fog to puffy morning eyes to stubborn...

Life updates, hormone wins, and holistic health deep dives — we are back with a raw, real catch-up episode you don't want to miss. In this week's catch-up episode of The Wellness Effect , we share personal health updates that are equal parts exciting and eye-opening. Jensen reveals a potential breakthrough in her menstrual cycle after completing a parasite cleanse — her shortest cycle in three yea...

If you've been bloated, puffy, fatigued, or breaking out — your lymphatic system might be the missing piece. We break down what the lymphatic system actually is, why it quietly affects everything from your immune health to your skin, and exactly how to start supporting it today — most of it free.   Key Takeaways   1. Your lymphatic system has no pump — movement is the only way to keep it flowing....

You've cleaned up your diet. You've done the supplements, the workouts, the routines. Things improve for a while — and then something pulls you back. If that sounds familiar, this episode is the missing piece you never knew you needed.   Join us in this episode as we break down why so many women stay stuck in their health. It's not because of a lack of discipline or willpower, but because of  iden...

The wellness tool that sounds wild — until you try it. If you've ever been curious about coffee enemas but didn't know where to start, this episode is your sign. Kira, Lacey, and Jensen share their personal journeys, break down the science behind liver detox and bile flow, walk you through how to do one safely, and explore the unexpected spiritual side that nobody else is talking about.   Key Take...

What if your stress, self-sabotage, and even physical symptoms aren't just "in your head"—but stored in your body? In this episode, we're joined by Chelsea, practitioner behind Deconstructed Wellness, who blends BodyTalk, somatic healing, and human design to help people reconnect with their bodies and break free from deep-rooted patterns. We explore how your nervous system, subconscious beliefs, a...

What does it actually look like to live a holistic wellness lifestyle? This week, we pull back the curtain — worms, cliffs, and toddler head-butts included. We are back with a full catch-up episode covering real life in the functional wellness world. Jensen is mid-parasite cleanse with results she didn't see coming. Lacey survived heli-skiing in Revelstoke and finally got her dream backyard sauna....

Struggling with eczema, skin flare-ups, or chronic inflammation that just won't go away—no matter what you try? In this episode of The Wellness Effect , we dive deep into all things eczema. We're also exploring why topical treatments alone often aren't enough and what your body might actually be trying to tell you. We unpack the connection between gut health, inflammation, immune response, and ski...

If fat loss feels like a constant battle, it's likely not a discipline issue — it's a physiology issue. In this episode, we break down how inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic stress can block fat loss, even when you're doing "everything right." Join us as we dive into functional fat loss — a smarter, more sustainable approach to losing fat by addressing the root cause instead of forci...

In this candid catch-up episode of The Wellness Effect , we dive into a wide-ranging conversation about wellness, relationships, plant medicine, and peptides —and the real-life decisions that shape our health journeys. From Kira's plant medicine experience to the growing conversation around peptides in functional medicine , we explore how modern wellness trends intersect with personal experimentat...

Many women struggle with their relationship with food and their bodies, but healing often begins with one simple shift: learning how to listen to your body. In today's episode, Lacey and Kira are joined by Cassandra Bodzak , a holistic wellness guide, actress, and author of The Mindful Table . Cassandra shares her personal journey through mysterious health issues, body disconnection, and eventuall...

If you feel tired but wired, struggle with hormone imbalances, poor sleep, blood sugar crashes, or stubborn symptoms, the issue may not be what you're eating, but when . Your circadian rhythm is the master system coordinating your hormones, metabolism, digestion, and nervous system. In this episode, we break down circadian rhythm in a practical, real-life way. This isn't just about sleep. It's abo...

Did you know? Sex isn't just physical. It is deeply connected to your nervous system, trauma history, body image, and sense of safety. In this episode of The Wellness Effect, we explore how intimacy can actually become a space for healing when it's rooted in trust and regulation. Today we're joined by Ivana Kolakovic , a registered Sex & Relationships Therapist from Kat Kova Therapy specializing i...

Not every wellness trend deserves a 10/10. In this episode, we rate some of the most talked-about health trends in 2026, and explain what's actually worth your time (and what isn't). Today we're giving our unfiltered take on popular wellness trends. From wearable tech and cold plunges to coffee enemas, peptides, vibration plates, cycle syncing, Pilates, and juice cleanses. This conversation isn't...

Most people know their bank balance — but have no idea what their health net worth looks like. In this episode, we break down how everyday habits either deposit into or withdraw from your long-term health. In today's episode, we introduce the concept of health net worth — a simple but powerful way to understand why you may not feel your best, even if nothing feels "that bad" on its own. Using fina...

If you're eating well, exercising, and taking supplements—but still feel tired, inflamed, or stuck—this episode explains what metabolic health actually is and why it's often the missing piece. In this episode, we unpack what metabolic health really means—and why it goes far beyond calories, weight loss, or having a "fast" or "slow" metabolism. We explain how metabolism impacts energy, hormones, di...

Title: Fertility Awareness Method (FAM): How to Track Your Cycle & Support Hormonal Health In this episode, we break down what the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) actually is, why it matters for women's health, and how to begin using it in a realistic, informed way. In today's episode, we're diving into the Fertility Awareness Method—what it is, why it's so important for understanding your body,...