In this episode I am diving into a few key things that can really help you improve your overall health, that don't cost anything. These may seem like simple reminders, but I would bet there are a couple you aren't currently doing. All of these are on my daily list, and I think they should be added to yours! We are going to talk about hydration, how to de-stress, and sleep. If you are wanting to really take your health to the next level and work one on one with me you can fill out an application ...
Apr 04, 2019•30 min
Ginny Mahar, founder of Hypothyroid Chef , and Danna Bowman, founder of Thyroid Nation , are two of those women, and they were brought together by the lack of resources and community available to women diagnosed with thyroid disease. Adjusting to a new lifestyle, and particularly a new diet, can be challenging - especially when you're a Cordon Bleu-trained chef and cooking instructor like Ginny or a Zumba instructor with an active lifestyle, like Danna. From joint pain to a lack of energy and br...
Apr 01, 2019•45 min
Dr. Carrie Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women’s health and hormones. She graduated from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), School of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon where she also completed her 2-year residency in women’s health, hormones and endocrinology. Later she graduated from Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Health program with a goal of doing more international education. She was adjunct facul...
Mar 25, 2019•52 min
Struggling with infertility is one of the hardest things women can go through. A lot of times it can come with hopelessness and guilt, and feeling like it might just not happen for you. In this podcast I am going to share with you, that this doesn't have to be the truth. You can boost your fertility naturally, even if you have tried everything else and been told there are no other options. I am going to talk about some of the things you may have tried and why they didn't work. We will also dive ...
Mar 21, 2019•35 min
Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, sh...
Mar 18, 2019•48 min
Infertility is such a heart breaking thing to go through as women. It can feel like somehow it's our fault, like somehow we are doing something wrong. All too often women are doing all of the right things, but are told there really isn't anything else that can be done. In this episode I'm going to talk more about why this isn't true. I am going to talk about some of the myths that are out there and why they are just that, myths. If you want to achieve the best for your body and for your family, ...
Mar 14, 2019•35 min
In honor of the 100th episode I have my husband on the podcast for a fun episode. We talk about how we first met. His story versus mine. We share a bit more about our relationship and how its evolved over the years, and some of our favorite memories. This episode is a bit different than what you normally hear on this podcast, but I think you will love it!
Mar 14, 2019•39 min
Stacy T. Sims, PhD, is currently a Senior Research Scientist at the University of Waikato after returning to academia from a 6-year hiatus in industry. She is an applied researcher, innovator and entrepreneur in human performance, specifically sex differences in training, nutrition, and environmental conditions. Prior to being launched into industry, she served as an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist at Stanford University from 2007 to 2012, where she specialized in sex differences o...
Mar 11, 2019•55 min
In this episode I am talking all about supplements. Are you taking the right ones? Do you need to be taking something specifically? And I am going to deep dive into the one supplement you are probably missing that you should be taking! If you have questions, or want more information for you specifically, schedule a call: https://calendly.com/drbethwestie/free-consultation...
Mar 04, 2019•18 min
Dr. Jolene Brighten is a Functional Naturopathic Medical Doctor and nutritional biochemist with a focus in women’s endocrine health. She is recognized as a leading expert in Post-Birth Control Syndrome and the long-term side effects associated with hormonal contraceptives. Dr. Brighten is the author of Beyond the Pill, a 30 day plan to support women on birth control, help them transition off, and eliminate symptoms of post-birth control syndrome. She is a speaker, women’s health advocate and a m...
Feb 25, 2019•45 min
Do you know how much food you should really be eating? I have found that most women are severely under eating. When this happens it beings to deplete the body of key nutrients. This added stress on the female body results in cortisol release that turns on fat storage. In this episode I dive into how much food you really should be eating and why! Want to know more specifics for you? Schedule a free call: https://calendly.com/drbethwestie/free-consultation...
Feb 18, 2019•11 min
Isabel Spradlin is a licensed massage therapist and long-time abdominal practitioner. For more than a decade she has been helping people recover from abdominal surgery, adhesions, and other abdominal distress. Isabel's expertise has been built from years of study and working with women after childbirth, hysterectomies, and more. She has a particular passion for helping women regain comfort with their belly in every stage of the healing process. She has a forthcoming e-book "Abdominal Recovery: R...
Feb 11, 2019•39 min
Dr. Perry Nickelston is a full time human, part time DC and inflammation warrior. Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA , is a Chiropractic Physician with primary focus on Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Metabolic Fitness Nutrition and trained fromThe American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders. He is an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical and trigger point soft tissue therapy. A member of the Board of Directors and Medical Staff Advisor for AIMLA (American...
Feb 04, 2019•1 hr 9 min
It's that time of the year. Colds and flu are going around, and if you have kids your even more susceptible to getting sick. The main question I am always asked, is "should I workout when I'm sick?" Will it make it worse? Can I sweat this out? In this episode I dive into when you can workout if you're sick, and when it's best to take a rest day.
Jan 28, 2019•11 min
In this episode Deja and I dive into the Theory of Relevance. Basically the theory states that if you don't make decisions in alignment with your ultimate goal, you will struggle to get there. We have seen this both in the women we work with and in business, and we touch on both in this episode. One of the biggest areas we see women struggle with this, is setting a weight loss goal that is tied to the scale. When in reality it's often not the number women are aiming for, rather the way they will...
Jan 21, 2019•39 min
Gretchen is the Host of Net Worth It Podcast, and the creator of the Imperfect Academy, a place where imperfect people learn to do great things in life and business. She has a Bachelors of science in nursing and a Bachelors of science in microbiogy and is a full-time working nurse in the school system. Gretchen is a foster mom, step mom and bio mom. She is passionate about helping people realize they are worth it and that true well-being includes financial health. Find Gretchen on Instagram: @gr...
Jan 14, 2019•37 min
Yep...I'm going there. I have more women than you would believe ask me questions about gas. Why they get it, and how can they stop it. So in this episode I'm diving into gas, and what you can do about it!
Jan 07, 2019•19 min
Are you comparing your progress to your body now, or are you still comparing to your body from when you were 18? A lot of women we go through a lot in our lives that change our bodies. Surgery, pregnancy, trauma, stress etc. all contribute to how our bodies shift and change. It's important to keep this in mind when we are looking are setting expectations for ourselves when it comes to our bodies and weight loss. In this episode I dive into how our bodies shift and change throughout our lives, an...
Dec 31, 2018•8 min
Do you know how much nutrition plays a role in your mood? Maybe you've heard the term "hangry" referring to someone who gets irritable when they haven't eaten. But nutrition and your mood go hand in hand. What you are putting in your body has a direct correlation to how you feel, your mood, and so much more. In this episode I'm taking a deeper dive into the correlation between nutrition and your mood! Interested in finding out more about the 12 Week Program? Schedule a free call with me: https:/...
Dec 27, 2018•7 min
I know the title of this episode probably made you roll your eyes considering we are sprinting into Christmas week. But I think it's important. As Women we often put the rest of our world in front of us. A lot of times this leaves us exhausted, crabby, and not able to fully enjoy life or the Holiday Season. In this episode I am diving into why it's so important to make time for you. Interested in finding out how we can work together in 2019 to reach your goals? Schedule a free call: https://cale...
Dec 24, 2018•9 min
Do you know how much stress can really impact your health? With the amount of stress most women are under these days, and especially this time of the year we seem to think its normal. We can easily forget how much that stress is impacting other areas of our lives. In this episode I'm diving into the impact stress has on your health as well as your inability to lose weight. Including the impact on your thyroid, estrogen and progesterone, and so much more! Interested in finding out more about the ...
Dec 20, 2018•12 min
Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit into the circle you are hanging out with? Or maybe you've decided to start a new weight loss or healthy lifestyle and it didn't quite mesh with your current group of friends. A lot of times in our lives both when we try to better our health, or even start a new business there is a period of uncomfortableness with our current environment. Maybe you've heard the phrase "You are most like the 5 people you spend the most time with." It's true. And when you...
Dec 17, 2018•55 min
Have you ever thought you may have a sensitivity to a certain food, but weren't sure? Maybe you've tried to cut out certain foods but were unsure of how or when to reintroduce them? In this episode I am diving into food elimination and reintroduction. What this means, and why you might want to try it! I will also be giving you more specifics on how to do this safely, and why you may want to continue to eliminate certain foods! Interested in learning more about how to make this work for you? Sche...
Dec 13, 2018•16 min
For as long as Jess could remember she knew she was going to find a way she could help people - her grandfather was a doctor so of course she thought she'd follow in his footsteps. But after receiving her undergraduate degree in Integrative Physiology, she decided instead, she would continue her education to become a licensed massage therapist at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy. She has had her own business and worked as a massage therapist for the past 8 years. Like most businesses it ha...
Dec 10, 2018•40 min
In this episode I am going to dive into something that often gets overlooked when women go through some type of weight loss program. And that is the inability to recognize the results they are experiencing. There are times when women have a hard time actually seeing or acknowledging the results that others see easily. Why is that? Find out more in this episode! If you want to find out how you can make a change for you, schedule a free call with me: https://calendly.com/drbethwestie/free-consulta...
Dec 06, 2018•32 min
In this episode I am diving into why it's so important to just GET STARTED. Take one step, no matter how small. But take the step. There is never going to be a perfect time, or the ideal situation. So get started anyway. Once you take that first step, and commit you are much more likely to continue on and be successful! So stop putting it off. Do it now, don't wait!
Dec 03, 2018•9 min
Kristi Data grew up in Middletown, NY and has been playing organized sports starting around 8 years old. She fell in love with volleyball and earned a full athletic scholarship to Clemson University. Her love of fitness and nutrition really started to take off about 6 years ago. She has run full and half marathons, competed in fitness competitions, and also continues to play volleyball at a competitive level. She currently lives in NYC, and works as a National Account Manager for a medical devic...
Nov 29, 2018•30 min
Dr. Sherri J. Tenpenny is an osteopathic medical doctor, board certified in three medical specialties. Widely regarded the most knowledgeable and outspoken physician on the adverse impact vaccines can have on health, Dr. Tenpenny is a highly sought-after speaker for conferences, both nationally and internationally, and as a guest for radio, podcast and TV interviews. She has been a featured speaker in many docu-series programs, including "The Truth About Cancer," "The Truth About Vaccines," "Vac...
Nov 26, 2018•48 min
I often get asked why it's so important to follow a program. What are the benefits of having something to follow? The main benefit is consistency. You are most likely to be successful when you have a guide to follow. When you have a path that guides you, you are more likely to stick with it. In this episode I'm going to dive more into the benefits of following a program. Want a FREE Month in the Female Fat Solution Membership Program? Join here: http://bit.ly/FFSMP Use Code: THANKS for a free mo...
Nov 23, 2018•19 min
With the holiday season, comes all kinds of chaos. Some good, and some not so great. A lot of times during this time of the year we are putting ourselves in different environments, and sometimes around different people. There can be a lot of unknown that can add an entire new layer of stress. In this episode I am going to give you some tips to navigating the holiday season in a healthy and productive way by shifting your mindset. Want a FREE Month in the Female Fat Solution Membership Program? J...
Nov 19, 2018•29 min
