Today, I’m joined by the amazing Melissa Urban, the force behind Whole30 and a global champion of accessible nutrition. In our conversation, Melissa opens up about a surprising discovery in her wellness journey: sleep, not just food, is often the real foundation of long-term health. She shares how overlooked sleep hijacked her cravings, impacted her insulin sensitivity, and even chipped away at her resilience—revealing the invisible costs that only show up years down the line.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the remarkable Cathy Eason, whose work in the nitric oxide and vascular health space is changing the conversation around resilience and heart health for midlife women. Cathy dives into why cardiovascular disease is still the number one threat to women globally, and how the drop in estrogen during menopause impacts nitric oxide production—an overlooked factor that quietly influences everything from energy to cognition.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the insightful Ashley Koff, renowned registered dietitian and fierce advocate for personalized, realistic nutrition that actually works in the real world. In this episode, Ashley Koff opens up about her personal and professional journey—from her early days in big brand marketing (think sugared cereals and infobesity) to her pivotal “aha” moments that led her to champion true weight health, not just weight loss.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by a lineup of trailblazers in the science of longevity: Ben Azadi, Dr. Teo Soleymani, Dr. Carrie Jones, Ian White, Dr. Robert Lufkin, and Dr. Jenn Simmons . Together we dig into some of the most persistent myths and cutting-edge research shaping how we age—including why “eat less, move more” misses the mark, what really causes skin cancers, breast cancer screening risks, and the often-overlooked ripple effects of perimenopause.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by Cynthia Thurlow, a remarkable nurse practitioner, podcast host, and true hormone whisperer who is on a mission to help women thrive through perimenopause and beyond. If you’re curious about how hormones shape your healthspan, want to understand what your doctor might be missing when it comes to midlife transitions, or are just ready to feel more empowered in your own body, you’re going to love this conversation. Cynthia and I get honest about the realities of hormonal changes, the critical (but often overlooked) role of gut health and autoimmunity, and why some of the most popular wellness trends—like intense cardio, strict intermittent fasting, and even daily “healthy snacks”—can sometimes do more harm than good.
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