Words of Wellness with Shelly

Send us Fan Mail Picture this: you've diligently saved for decades, your retirement account has grown impressively, but a nagging question keeps you up at night – "Will I have enough money for as long as I live?" Financial expert Olga Campbell addresses this universal concern head-on in our latest conversation, revealing how proper planning can transform anxiety into peace of mind....

Send us Fan Mail Ever put off a medical screening because it just wasn't convenient? You're not alone. In this heartfelt episode, Shelly opens up about her recent colonoscopy experience that didn't go quite as planned. From the dreaded preparation solution to an unexpected severe reaction to anesthesia, she shares the uncomfortable reality of preventative screenings—and why they&apo...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to breaking free from yo-yo dieting isn't another restrictive plan, but healing your relationship with food at its core? Laura Conley, founder of the Yummy Mummy Method and self-described "fun weight loss coach," shares her powerful journey from post-baby body struggles to discovering sustainable weight management that transformed not just her body,...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling overwhelmed by contradictory health advice? You're not alone. The wellness landscape is crowded with competing theories and trending diets, making it challenging to determine what your body truly needs. This episode cuts through the noise to deliver fundamental nutritional wisdom, wrapping up our three-part series on the six essential nutrients your body requires dail...

Send us Fan Mail Can you make a dramatic career change while raising young children? What if you're missing those once-in-a-lifetime moments with your kids because of work? And why is it so hard for mothers to ask for help? Stephania Weisz, host of the "Mom Powered Life" podcast, tackles these questions and more as she shares her compelling journey from registered nurse to real esta...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling confused by nutrition advice? You're not alone. In a world of conflicting information, sometimes we need to return to fundamental principles. This episode dives deep into carbohydrates and fats – two essential macronutrients crucial for health that are often misunderstood. Shelly explains the difference between simple carbohydrates (quick energy sources like fruit jui...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the medication you've relied on for decades becomes a prison? And what if the compulsive behaviors controlling your life could be addressed through something as fundamental as nutrition? Marci Lorentz's story begins with a confession few people make publicly—for years, she compulsively cut her own hair, a condition called trichotillomania, until she had...

Send us Fan Mail Wellness isn't complicated, but sometimes getting back to basics is exactly what we need. In this essential episode, Shelly dives deep into one of the most misunderstood macronutrients: protein. Drawing from over three decades as a health professional and educator, Shelly shares why current science has dramatically shifted our understanding of optimal protein intake. You&apos...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when we treat our health as non-negotiable? This question lies at the heart of the most recent Words of Wellness conversation with Rossie Ballard, holistic health coach and owner of a fitness studio, who believes firmly that "your health is your wealth, and if you're not okay, nothing's going to be okay." Rossie's journey began unexpectedly at...

Send us Fan Mail Emotions are rarely black and white, especially when it comes to significant occasions like Father's Day. Whether you're celebrating, grieving, or experiencing both simultaneously, this episode offers a heartfelt exploration of the complex emotional terrain many of us navigate during holidays and milestones. Drawing from personal experience, Shelly shares how the seeming...

Send us Fan Mail What happens to fatherhood when children no longer need you for the basics of life? How do fathers navigate the emotional journey of becoming empty nesters? These essential questions take center stage in our heartfelt conversation with podcaster and father of three Rory Paquette. Rory opens up about his profound health journey, surviving a collapsed lung and major thoracotomy surg...

Send us Fan Mail Could that "healthy" sugar-free product actually be undermining your wellness goals? After discovering artificial sweeteners in a children's shake from a wellness company, Shelly embarked on a mission to uncover the truth about sucralose and other common toxins hiding in our everyday foods. The facts about sucralose are alarming. This popular artificial sweetener di...

Send us Fan Mail Extra: Since we focused and honored Moms in the month of May, with Father's Day coming soon this month of June, we are honoring and talking about and with Dads. Enjoy:) "An empty cup doesn't have anything left to fill other cups."  This powerful metaphor opens a candid conversation between Shelly  and Nathaniel Hovsepian, founder of Fit Fatherhood, about the cr...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been struggling with weight loss despite trying every diet under the sun? You're not alone, and it's not your fault. The conventional wisdom about weight loss has been fundamentally wrong. For generations, we've been told that losing weight is a simple mathematical equation: burn more calories than you consume. But groundbreaking research now reveals this a...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if "normal" blood test results are truly optimal for your health? What if feeling "fine" is actually far from feeling your absolute best? Dr. Ailina, a functional medicine practitioner with decades of experience, joins us to challenge conventional thinking about health markers and wellness. After completing medical school in 1995, her jou...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine planning your entire life around becoming a young grandmother, only to face infertility, pregnancy loss, and a complete redirection of your path. This is Debbie Simmons' powerful story—a journey from devastating heartbreak to extraordinary purpose. After losing quadruplets born prematurely, Debbie faced the ultimate question: How do you move forward when your dreams a...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if that viral health tip you saw online is actually legitimate? The digital world is flooded with wellness advice, but distinguishing scientific fact from profitable fiction can be challenging. This episode dives into the crucial difference between true health experts and popular influencers who may lack scientific backing. Drawing from her 35+ years as a we...

Send us Fan Mail Motherhood comes with its unique set of joys—and an often overwhelming sense of guilt many women silently carry. In this deeply personal conversation, coach Alysia Lyons shares her transformation from a guilt-ridden new mom who lost her marriage, career identity, and sense of self within months of becoming a mother to a woman who helps others navigate similar struggles. "Time...

Send us Fan Mail What makes motherhood simultaneously the most challenging and rewarding journey a woman can experience? In this heartfelt Mother's Day special, Shelly reflects on the profound impact of motherhood and why it truly isn't "for the faint of heart." Motherhood demands strength, determination, and dedication—qualities we aren't born with but develop through obs...

Send us Fan Mail Could your feet hold the key to profound emotional and physical healing? In this eye-opening conversation with foot zone expert Maleah Gordon, we discover how this lesser-known but powerful modality connects the dots between our feet and our entire wellbeing. Maleah shares her remarkable journey that began at age 15 with what she describes as a "life-saving foot zone experien...

Send us Fan Mail The miracle of motherhood often comes with unexpected challenges that test our faith, resilience, and hope. In this heartfelt episode, Shelly opens up about her deeply personal journey to becoming a mother of three beautiful children—a path filled with medical scares, moments of profound uncertainty, and ultimately, extraordinary blessings. Her story begins with the revelation tha...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the broken healthcare system fails both patients and providers? This powerful conversation with Esther Yunkin reveals the journey of an emergency room nurse who transformed her own thyroid diagnosis into a mission to help others heal naturally. After 17 years in emergency medicine, Esther grew frustrated watching patients return repeatedly for conditions that cou...

Send us Fan Mail Life moves so quickly, especially when raising a family. The wisdom in recognizing "these are moments we can't ever get back" forms the heartbeat of this deeply personal episode where Shelly shares about parenthood, being present, and finding joy in the stands of a baseball game.  After 35+ years as a health and wellness professional, Shelly shares insights from her...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why some days you're bursting with motivation while others leave you feeling depleted? Miri, founder of The Women's Happiness Project, reveals how understanding your natural energy patterns through the lens of Chinese medicine's five element theory can transform your approach to wellness and self-care. The conversation explores the revolutiona...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the world of nutrition can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to protein—how much do you really need? Join Shelly as she dives deep into protein requirements and sharing why most people aren't getting nearly enough of this essential macronutrient. The science is clear: your daily protein goal should match your body weight in grams. For a 180-pound person, th...