In this episode, Melissa interviews Leslie Danford, entrepreneur and founder of Vitaminis, a health and wellness product designed to provide essential nutrients conveniently. Leslie shares her background, the inspiration behind creating her product, and the importance of supplementation for immune support and gut health. The two touch on the importance of preventive health and the long-term benefits of consistent nutrient intake. Resources from this episode: Check Out Vitamini’s Website Follow V...
Mar 18, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 115
In her first solo episode of the Made Fitz Show, Dr. Lauren shares her personal and professional journey in health and fitness. She recounts her early passion for dance, her medical career, and her transition to entrepreneurship, emphasizing her commitment to helping others achieve health and wellness. Dr. Fitzgerald discusses the challenges she faced and how she overcame them to establish her holistic wellness business. She highlights the importance of living with purpose, embracing change, and...
Mar 11, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 114
Welcome to the very first “Monday Banter” episode with Melissa and Dr. Lauren as they dive into a variety of different topics. This week, they have a heart-to-heart about our social feeds, endless scrolling, and the power of keeping it positive online. They hash out why we should think twice before jumping on the online bandwagon, plus, what growing up with all this tech might mean for kiddos. They also swap stories about documentaries, a Bob Marley flick, adventures in Japan, and what’s up with...
Mar 04, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 113
In this chat, Melissa sits down with Megan, who shares her story about how she went from a high-flying Harvard grad in management consulting to a passionate wellness expert, all thanks to her own health journey. They dive into some really big topics, touching on everything from your cholesterol to your thyroid. Megan gets real about gut health, shares her two cents on health tests, and chats about making sure your wellness plan is tailored to your individual needs. Resources from this episode: L...
Feb 26, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 112
In this episode, Melissa McAllister and Dr. Lauren dig into the complexities of weight loss. They discuss the effects of stress on weight and the benefits of creating daily checklists to encourage healthy habits. They advocate for a gradual approach to weight loss, enjoying the process, and the power of visualization. They also cover the challenges of modern dietary habits and social media's influence on health perceptions, showing the need for a balanced and persistent approach to achieving sus...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 111
In this episode, Melissa and Dr. Lauren talk about how they went from friends to business partners in the health and wellness industry, and their exciting decision to co-host as podcast partners. They recount their first meeting, their growing friendship, and shared experiences. They also share their vision for the podcast, aiming to provide valuable, useful content and foster a supportive community. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! ...
Feb 12, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 110
In this episode, Melissa shares her simple, healthy cooking philosophy. She discusses the essentials for a well-stocked kitchen, offers tips on meal preparation, and her favorite kitchen tools. She emphasizes the value of high-quality ingredients and provides practical advice for creating nutritious meals with ease. Melissa’s List Tools: Air Fryer, Cast Iron, Oven Freezer: Wild Caught Seafood, Grass Fed Beef, Heritage Pork, Organic Chicken, Ground Chicken, Microbiome Mash, 72% Dark Chocolate Ref...
Feb 05, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 109
In this episode Melissa and trauma expert Mandy Harvey explore the profound impact of trauma on health, particularly when it comes to autoimmune conditions. They discuss the importance of recognizing and addressing trauma for overall well-being, and how to find resources to help heal from past experiences. They emphasize the role of mindfulness in recovery as a step to overcome health challenges presented by these adverse circumstances. Resources from this episode: Access the Free Gift From Mand...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 108
In this special celebratory episode, Melissa rings in 2 years of the Podcast by sharing a compilation of some of her most memorable and highly rated episodes based on your feedback. Enjoy these informative, fun, and interesting clips from special guest and solo episodes over 2022 and 2023 — and thank you for being part of the MADE show audience! Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa...
Jan 22, 2024•19 min•Season 2Ep. 107
In this episode, Melissa welcomes Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, an expert in psychology, neuroscience, and nutrition, to discuss food addiction and weight loss. Dr. Thompson explains the neurological similarities between food addiction and substance abuse, advocating for its recognition in clinical diagnostics. They explore strategies to overcome food addiction and mindset in achieving food freedom. Resources from this episode: Learn More on Dr. Susan’s Website Follow Dr. Susan on Instagram Find Dr...
Jan 15, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 106
In this episode, Melissa kicks off the new year by emphasizing the importance of the health and lifestyle choices we make every day. She advises against large, overwhelming lifestyle overhauls and instead recommends small, sustainable changes to make a bigger impact over time. Melissa encourages listeners to engage in self-reflection and prioritize well-being through consistent lifestyle adjustments for a healthier future. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A...
Jan 08, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 105
In this episode, Melissa hosts Jim Katsoulis, a hypnotherapist and weight mastery coach. They discuss the power of mindset in achieving sustainable weight loss, emphasizing the importance of consistency, long-term mindset, and lifestyle changes. He introduces his weight mastery pyramid and discusses the eight elements of a healthy lifestyle. Jim's approach focuses on reprogramming oneself, learning from mistakes, and finding pleasure in the process of weight loss. Resources from this episode: Le...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 104
In this episode, Melissa discusses hormone health with guests Candace Burch and her daughter Jess Suchan. Jess shares her personal struggle with hormonal imbalances, leading her to become an expert in the field. Candace, a hormone health expert herself, emphasizes the importance of hormone testing and discusses common symptoms of perimenopause. They also discuss the significance of understanding the menstrual cycle and its phases, and providing a space for women's health issues to be heard. Reso...
Dec 25, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 103
In this episode, Melissa interviews health and wellness expert, JJ Virgin. They discuss JJ's journey from theater actress to fitness professional, her successful books, and her multimillion-dollar businesses. JJ shares insights on the importance of mindset in building a business and beyond. Melissa and JJ also dig into the benefits of exercise and nutrition, particularly when it comes to aging. Resources from this episode: Learn More on JJ Virgin’s Website Follow JJ Virgin on Instagram Check out...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 102
In this episode, Melissa shares strategies for maintaining motivation in the process of working toward a healthy lifestyle. She encourages listeners to make their health journey enjoyable through applying certain tips and techniques to add consistency to day-to-day activities, which supports long-term motivation. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa’s Recommended Oura Ring Follow M...
Dec 11, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 101
In the 100th episode!!! of her podcast, Melissa invites her mom as a guest to discuss their overall journey together so far. Melissa's mom digs in about their early life, from their triumphs to their struggles, and the importance of their mother-daughter connection. Melissa's mom expresses her pride in Melissa's accomplishments, and Melissa shares her gratitude for her mother's support. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Reco...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 100
cc In this episode, Melissa speaks with second time guest Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald to chat about semaglutide, which is used in functional medicine for weight loss and overall health. They discuss the drug's benefits and share results from people who have experienced life-changing effects, including semaglutide’s potential in treating diseases. Dr. Fitzgerald criticizes the spread of misinformation and concludes with a discussion on the importance of verifying information credibility. Resources from...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 99
In this episode, Melissa shares three important thoughts for the upcoming year when it comes to the foods we consume. She also talks about how to enhance health markers, emphasizing the need to create a healthy environment for oneself, and strategies to resist temptations and to make exercise more enjoyable. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa’s Recommended Oura Ring Follow Meliss...
Nov 20, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 98
On this episode, Melissa hosts Josh Dech, a paramedic turned personal trainer turned nutrition expert. Josh transformed his passion for fitness into helping clients with individualized wellness plans that focus on working from the inside out, starting with the root that is gut health. Melissa and Josh have an engaging conversation on what gut health means and why it’s such a key factor in overall wellness. Resources from this episode: Check Out the Gut Health Solution Website Follow Josh on Inst...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 97
On this episode, Melissa explores the fascinating world of nutrition through the lens of chemistry with her brilliant guest Shawn Wells. Shawn is a renowned biochemist and formulation scientist in the nutrition field who walks through nutrition's complex relationship with chemistry and the innovative advancements shaping the future of our well-being. Resources from this episode: Learn More About Shawn’s Work On His Website Follow Shawn on Instagram Get Shawn’s Book ‘The Energy Formula’ Work With...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 96
The holidays are quickly approaching, and on this episode, Melissa wants to help you prepare for everything that comes with the season. She goes through some tips for staying on your health and wellness plan through all of the temptation and holiday chaos, and how to find a healthy balance in enjoying annual traditions. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa’s Recommended Oura Ring F...
Oct 30, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 95
On this week’s episode, Melissa hosts Dr. Wendie Trubow, a functional medicine gynecologist and author of ‘Dirty Girl’ , with her main focus being on the gut and clearing out toxins in the body. Melissa and Dr. Wendie talk about a range of issues that can present in women, which all lead back to the gut, and what can be done to boost overall health. Dr. Wendie gives tips and suggestions for people to use to clear out external toxins that may be causing internal issues and to improve wellness fro...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 94
On this week’s episode, Melissa talks about the importance of embracing delayed gratification on a journey to improvement in any area of your life. Mindset is everything when you’re making noteworthy changes, and focusing on delayed gratification versus instant gratification will make all the difference in getting you to where you want to be in the long run. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliation...
Oct 16, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 93
On this special guest episode, Melissa hosts Michal Mor, the creator of Lumen, a metabolic tracker focused on helping individuals break down the details surrounding their metabolism in order to optimize health and wellness. Melissa and Michal discuss measuring metabolic flexibility, the four pillars of health, carb cycling, and personalized strategies for improving wellness. Resources from this episode: Learn More About Lumen Follow Lumen on Instagram Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 92
On this week’s episode, Melissa brings up a few popular questions about food and fitness. She discusses pre and post workout meals, as well as the frequency of meals in a day. Like many things in fitness, there’s not a one-size-fits all answer to these questions, but Melissa gives input for you to be able to make informed decisions to suit your personal needs. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliati...
Oct 02, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode, Melissa continues her engaging conversation with Mike Karpenko, a close friend in the health and wellness field. Part 2 dives into the key principles of wellness, such as rest, intensity, and consistency, and setting standards to successfully hit goals. This episode is all about empowering you to take control of your fitness journey and leveling up to your highest potential. Resources from this episode: Learn More on Mike’s Website Follow Mike on Instagram Sign Up To Work With M...
Sep 25, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 90
This week is Part 1 of a 2 part series with guest Mike Karpenko, a close personal friend of Melissa in the health and wellness space. They discuss the importance of managing expectations when it comes to hitting wellness goals, the role of consistency in fitness, weight training tips, and the significance of movement in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Tune in for insights and practical advice on improving your overall well-being. Resources from this episode: Learn More on Mike’s Website Follow ...
Sep 18, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 89
On this week’s episode, Melissa looks into some major factors that can deplete the gut and cause nutrient deficiencies. There are a handful of internal and external disturbances that can cause issues that everyone should be aware of, as well as measures to take to help the body function at peak performance. Resources from this episode: Sign Up For The 6 Week Fall Bootcamp Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa’s...
Sep 11, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 88
On this week’s episode, Melissa has a very insightful conversation with Jo Bhakdi, founder and CEO of Serenity, an AI preventive care system created to work to extend the human lifespan through advanced technology in health and preventative care. Jo and Melissa have a very important conversation around the connection between technology and what it can do for early detection for illness and disease by looking at genomics and other intricate measures of inspection. Resources from this episode: Fin...
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 87
On this week’s episode, Melissa digs into a lighthearted, motivational episode that talks about what she calls “The 5 D’s”, or in other words, five words that can help you to make profound changes in your life. Desire, Decision, Discipline, Drive, and Dedication can help you on the road to becoming the best version of yourself, inside and out. Resources from this episode: Sign Up To Work With Melissa Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast! Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations Get Melissa’s...
Aug 28, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 86
