#162 - 3 Year ANNIVERSARY EPISODE! Stop Blaming Your Age: Fix Your Hormones By Fixing Your Gut OR Can’t Balance Your Hormones? Your Gut Might Be the Culprit (Here’s How to Heal It) Having trouble balancing your hormones? You’ve probably heard that hormones run the show—but what if your gut is the one actually calling the shots? In this special Pretty Well anniversary episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how gut health holds the keys to hormonal balance, energy, metabolism, and all of your an...
Jul 02, 2025•36 min•Ep. 165
#161 - Burned Out and Still Saying Yes? This Popular Therapist Explains Why You Can’t Stop People-Pleasing. Interview with Kendra Nielson from Fulfillment Therapy What if your burnout isn’t about doing too much—but about doing too much for everyone else? In this episode of Pretty Well, I sit down with licensed therapist and Fulfillment Therapy founder Kendra Nielson to talk about what’s really driving burnout, anxiety, people-pleasing, and that constant low-key sense of resentment (Spoiler: it’s...
Jun 25, 2025•30 min•Ep. 161
#160 - From Chronically Ill to Thriving: The Wellness Comeback Story You Need to Hear with Amy Kurtz, Author of Kicking Sick What happens when your body becomes the thing holding you back from living your life? In this episode of The Pretty Well Podcast, I’m joined by Amy Kurtz—author, speaker, and wellness warrior who’s turned her own experience with chronic illness into a powerful mission to help others heal. We’re talking about what it really takes to live well with invisible illness, how to ...
Jun 18, 2025•48 min•Ep. 160
#159 - Can You Really Get Rid of Cellulite Naturally? These 5 Natural Fixes Actually Work Cellulite: it’s not dangerous, but it’s definitely frustrating—and it’s not just about age, weight, or genetics. In this episode of Pretty Well, we’re breaking down what cellulite really is (hint: it’s more about collagen, detoxification, and circulation than you think) and what you can actually do to reduce its appearance—no overpriced creams or painful liposuction packages required. We’ll talk about the r...
Jun 11, 2025•28 min•Ep. 159
#158 - Forget Everything You’ve Heard About Gut Health - A Game-Changing Conversation With Josh Dech, Founder of The Gut Health Solution In this episode of Pretty Well, we’re talking to Josh Dech, the founder of The Gut Health Solution, who’s here to set the record straight about gut health, Crohn’s, Colitis, and IBS. Spoiler alert: it’s not your genes…I repeat, it’s NOT your genes. Josh shares how he’s helped reverse more than 300 cases of Crohn’s and Colitis (previously thought to be impossibl...
Jun 04, 2025•49 min•Ep. 158
#157 - Is It Really Just “Normal Aging”? The Hidden Hormonal Imbalances Wrecking Your Energy, Weight, & Youthfulness with Dr Prudence Hall Ever been told that your weight gain, brain fog, and exhaustion are just “part of getting older”? Yeah, no. In this episode, I sit down with renowned hormone expert Dr. Prudence Hall to talk about why so many women are struggling through perimenopause and menopause—and why it doesn’t have to be that way. Dr. Hall, a gynecological surgeon turned regenerati...
May 28, 2025•47 min•Ep. 157
#156 - Hidden Secrets of the Beauty Industry: The Ultimate Guide to At-Home Ageless Beauty with Cosmetologist and Holistic Beauty Expert, Jessica Rose If you’ve ever wondered whether your skincare routine is helping or secretly sabotaging your glow, this episode of Pretty Well is your wake-up call. I sit down with Jessica Rose—certified nutritionist, licensed cosmetologist, and holistic beauty expert—to unpack the truth about the beauty ingredients your skin craves and why your “anti-aging” seru...
May 23, 2025•39 min•Ep. 168
#155 - Demystifying Detoxification: What to Do FIRST to Improve Gut Health, Skin Health, and Your Detox Efforts with Max Dresse Ever feel like your gut is holding you hostage? Bloating, sluggish digestion, mystery fatigue—yeah, it’s not just you. This week, I’m sitting down with Max Dresse, the mastermind behind delicious, all-natural Bellway Super Fiber, to talk about what gut health super hero is missing from most diets, how gut health is the key to everything (yes, even glowing skin), and the...
May 14, 2025•38 min•Ep. 155
#154 - Sauna, Cold Plunge, Red Light, & Compression...How This Wellness Studio Is Changing The Game. The Anti-Aging & Wellness Secrets You Need To Know with Cat Bryson & Lisa Brantley Ever feel like your body’s warranty just expired? Turns out, the secret to feeling younger, detoxing like a pro, and actually enjoying self-care might just be… sweat, chill, light, and a little compression magic. In this episode, we’re sitting down with the founders of SEK Sauna Studio, the ultimate wel...
May 07, 2025•48 min•Ep. 154
#153 - Revolutionize Your Energy and Anti-Aging with These Unexpected Supergreens! Interview with Catharine Arnston from ENERGYbits In this episode of Pretty Well, we’re joined by Catharine Arnston, the founder of EnergyBITS, the company that’s making algae cool—no, seriously. We talk about how algae (in the forms of chlorella and spirulina) is the original superfood, packed with nutrients that will have you feeling like you can take on the world without drinking your third espresso of the day. ...
Apr 30, 2025•58 min•Season 3Ep. 153
#152 - Your Doctor Won’t Tell You This: The Real Reason Your Hormones Are The Missing Link to Anti-Aging – with Dr. Sarah Daccarett Ever feel like your health took a nosedive after 35, and no amount of kale, supplements, or sleep is fixing it? You’re not crazy. Your hormones are begging for attention. This week, I’m talking to Dr. Sarah Daccarett, a leading expert in anti-aging and hormone replacement therapy, who’s here to debunk myths, spill the truth about HRT, and explain why doctors still s...
Apr 23, 2025•52 min
#151 - Wondering Where Your Energy, Youthful Skin, and Resilience Went? The Secrets of Chlorophyll You May Be Missing Ever feel like your body’s running on low battery—and your skin, energy, and mood are paying the price? Chlorophyll might be the glow-up you didn’t know you needed. In this episode of the Pretty Well Podcast, I’m diving into 7 surprising (and slightly magical) benefits of this green superfood—from boosting energy and skin glow to reducing inflammation and, yes, even making your a...
Apr 16, 2025•11 min
#150 - Brain Fog? Forgetfulness? Trouble Focusing? Your Mitochondria Might Be Aging Faster Than You Are If you’ve ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you're there, you’ll want to hear this. What if your brain fog isn’t just a coffee shortage… but a mitochondrial meltdown? In this episode of the Pretty Well Podcast, we’re digging into the real root of brain health—your mitochondria. Yep, those tiny powerhouses are pulling more weight than you think. You’ll learn 7 simple, scienc...
Apr 09, 2025•29 min
#149 - Why What You’ve Been Told About Holistic Healing Isn’t Enough - With Dr. Anne Dunev What if your genes weren’t your destiny? In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Anne Dunev—a naturopath, homeopath, and functional medicine expert with 30+ years of experience. Dr. Anne shares her own health journey that led her to holistic medicine (hint: it did NOT involve blindly accepting a scary diagnosis and surgery). In our conversation, we dive into the science of epigenetics—how your d...
Apr 02, 2025•46 min
#148 - Struggling to Sleep? 10 Biohacks To Fix Your Sleep You know that feeling when you wake up at 3 AM for no reason, stare at the ceiling, and start questioning every decision you’ve made this week? You’re not alone. Nearly 40% of American adults get less than five hours of sleep a night, and that’s a fast track to premature aging, brain fog, and weight gain. In this episode of The Pretty Well Podcast, we’re tackling the number one factor in longevity—yep, it’s sleep. I’m sharing 10 science-b...
Mar 26, 2025•17 min
#147 - The Skin Secrets Dermatologists Don’t Tell You: New Ways to Stop Accelerated Aging In this episode of the Pretty Well Podcast, we dive into the age-old question: Why does my skin seem to be aging faster than a forgotten banana on the counter? Great news: you’re not stuck with aging faster than the speed of sound, and, spoiler alert, no $200 serum is going to save you if you're not tackling what's going on inside. Anti-aging is an inside job, people, and it starts with reducing inflammatio...
Mar 19, 2025•26 min•Season 2Ep. 1
#146 - This ONE Thing Is Aging You Faster Than Anything Else Feeling off but keep getting told that your symptoms are normal? It's time to rethink that. That narrative is not just outdated—it's wrong. Let’s talk about a new concept backed by recent research: Inflammaging. This refers to low-grade chronic inflammation that quietly speeds up the aging process. Most people don’t know about it, but it’s behind everything from wrinkles to weight gain to joint pain. In fact, it’s one of the biggest cu...
Mar 12, 2025•24 min
#145 - Early Menopause is NOT Perimenopause: Warning Signs You Need to Know NOW In this episode, we’re diving into the often-overlooked topic of Early Menopause—when your hormones shift dramatically, leaving you feeling like your body is suddenly on a rollercoaster ride. We’ll explore the frustrating symptoms of early menopause to watch out for, like night sweats, missed periods, and brain fog. If you’re between 40 and 45 and have been missing your period for a full year, early menopause might b...
Mar 05, 2025•21 min
#144 - Perimenopause Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore — And What To Do About Them Perimenopause: the hormonal rollercoaster no one warned you about. One day, you're cycling like clockwork, and the next, your period ghosts you for months—only to come back with a vengeance. Mood swings, brain fog, weight gain (hello, belly fat), sleep problems, and hot flashes? Yep, all part of the package. The culprit? Blame your hormones. Progesterone is plummeting, estrogen is all over the place, and testosterone ...
Feb 26, 2025•16 min
#143 - Think You Have Leaky Gut? 4 Simple Ways To Fix It Fast - Part 2 Got gut issues? (Spoiler: You probably do.) Today, I’m diving into my four-step process to restore gut health—because bloating and brain fog weren’t exactly on your vision board this year. This simple framework will make all the difference. In this episode, I break down what to remove (hint: processed food imposters, gut-wrecking meds, and sneaky GMOs), what to replace (nutrient-dense foods and the right bacteria), and how to...
Feb 19, 2025•23 min
#142 - Are Your Gut Symptoms Normal? Uncover the Hidden Root Causes Behind Inflammation, Exhaustion, and Leaky Gut - Part 1 Have you ever wondered if your gut is silently sabotaging your health? Could your gut be the root cause behind your most frustrating health issues? Spoiler: It might be. In this episode, we’re diving into the world ofleaky gut syndrome (or, for us science nerds,intestinal hyperpermeability). You’ll learn how sneaky foods and habits could be triggeringchronic inflammation, k...
Feb 12, 2025•33 min
#141 - The Untold Truth About Belly Fat: Why Are You Gaining It If You Haven't Changed Anything? Ladies, let’s talk about that stubborn Meno-Belly. You know the one—it just shows up one day, uninvited, like a bad houseguest who doesn’t take the hint. In today’s episode, we’re diving into why belly fat loves to settle in as we hit perimenopause and menopause. Spoiler alert: it’s not your fault. Hormones, stress, and sleep deprivation are ganging up on you. But don’t worry, we’ve got the game plan...
Feb 05, 2025•23 min
#140 - Unlock Your Body’s Hidden Power: Natural GLP-1 Secrets for Ultimate Gut Health and Weight Loss! Have you ever wondered what GLP-1 agonists are and why they’re making headlines? In this episode, we dive deep into the science of GLP-1, a hormone critical for controlling metabolism, appetite, and blood sugar levels. Discover how it’s produced in your gut, its connection to your microbiome, and why medications like semaglutide and liraglutide are becoming household names in weight management ...
Jan 29, 2025•19 min
#139 - Why Is Your Hair Turning Gray? The Real Reasons For Gray Locks and What You Can Do About It In this episode, we dive into the science behind gray hair—why it happens, how to slow it down, and if it can be reversed. We explore the role of melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color, and how factors like oxidative stress, aging, and genetics influence when your hair starts turning gray. Plus, we discuss how diet and lifestyle choices—such as getting enough of the right vitamins and mine...
Jan 22, 2025•18 min
#138 - The Ultimate Guide to Perimenopause and Menopause Nutrition: Expert Secrets to Balance Hormones Like a Pro! In this episode of Pretty Well, we delve into the crucial topic of nutrition during perimenopause and menopause. Join in as I share how dietary choices can significantly alleviate common symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue. You’ll find valuable insights on essential nutrients, supplements, and lifestyle changes that can make a real difference. Key Takeaways: Understa...
Jan 15, 2025•17 min
#137 - Obesogens & Microplastics - It's Worse Than You Think: The Hidden Threats that Shape Your Health and Weight In this eye-opening episode, we explore the critical issue of obesogens and microplastics and their impact on our health. Join us as we discuss how these environmental pollutants contribute to weight gain, metabolic disorders, and overall wellness. Our guest, [Guest Name], a leading environmental health expert, sheds light on the science behind these substances and offers practi...
Jan 08, 2025•17 min
#136 - Ready to Create a Life Of Balance and Peace? Unlock the Power of Stillness with These Simple Practices How does a year filled with mindfulness, balance, and personal growth sound? No, I’m not suggesting that you go into hiding on a desert island. Join in as we discuss stillness and the profound influence it can have on your life. Discover how slowing down can bring you clarity, peace, and alignment with your most important goals. Inspired by Ryan Holiday'sStillness is the Key, this episod...
Jan 01, 2025•19 min
#135 - 4 Simple Habits to UpGrade Your Life This Year + A Bonus Sleep Hack Tired of making New Year’s resolutions that don’t stick? In this episode, we’re ditching the long lists and embracing simplicity withfour powerful health habits that are easy to implement, take minimal time, and deliver lasting benefits. These habits can transform your health and well-being, and the best part? They’re so simple you’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner. Plus, stick around for anexclusive bonus tip to impr...
Dec 25, 2024•16 min
#134 Challenging Medicine As We Know It: An Intriguing Interview with Dr. Tom Cowan In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tom Cowan, a renowned figure in alternative medicine and author of several groundbreaking books. With over three decades of medical practice across different states, Dr. Cowan brings a wealth of experience to the table. He is passionate about understanding the body's deeper connections. Dr. Cowan's journey isn't just about medicine; it's a quest for a paradigm shift. From his ea...
Dec 18, 2024•37 min
#133 Childbirth Reimagined - From Academic to Family Advocate with Dr. Rebecca Dekker In a pivotal life event, Rebecca Dekker, found herself deeply dissatisfied with the childbirth experience after giving birth to her first baby. Even though she had a PhD in nursing and was an assistant professor, she vividly recalls feeling restricted—unable to move or eat during labor, and then being separated from her newborn daughter for three crucial hours post-birth under the guise of monitoring. This star...
Dec 11, 2024•48 min
