The mission of this podcast is to help the momma with young kids sky-rocket their energy while losing the added momma weight without cutting out
If you're menopausal, love tequila, and want to protect your fat loss, hormones, thyroid, and gut health — this episode is your Costco tequila cheat code. Menopause completely changes how alcohol is processed. Declining estrogen and progesterone: • increase insulin resistance • disrupt cortisol • damage gut health • down-regulate thyroid function All of which can stall fat loss fast. In this episode, I break down: • Why alcohol hits menopausal women differently • Estrogen dominance, cortisol dysregulation, and thyroid slowdown — explained • Why tequila is the least inflammatory liquor • Why blanco tequila beats reposado and añejo in menopause • Why 100% Blue Weber Agave matters • What additives do to hormones and metabolism • Why single-NOM tequila improves quality and consistency • The top tequila picks at Costco for menopausal women • How to drink without blowing up insulin sensitivity or gut health This is not about quitting alcohol — it's about choosing smarter so fat loss and hormone health don't stall.
If you're in menopause and feel like your metabolism suddenly died, this episode explains exactly why — and what to do about it. Menopause doesn't just lower estrogen and progesterone. It wrecks thyroid function through: • Receptor resistance • Poor T4 → T3 conversion • Cortisol dysfunction • Insulin resistance • Gut damage In this episode, I break down: • Why estrogen decline reduces thyroid receptor sensitivity • How menopause blocks T4 → T3 conversion in the gut • The cortisol–thyroid connection no one explains • Why insulin resistance reduces thyroid uptake • Why bloodwork alone misses the real problem • The 4 most important supplements for menopausal thyroid health • How probiotics, selenium, zinc, and iron restore thyroid signaling • Which labs actually matter vs which are misleading This is about fixing the root causes of metabolic slowdown — not chasing numbers on a lab panel.
If you're on a GLP-1 fat loss journey and something feels off — stalled fat loss, extreme fatigue, nausea, food aversions, or muscle loss — this episode is for you. Nearly 15% of the U.S. population is now on a GLP-1, yet by research, over 90% are making the same mistake: choosing weekly semaglutide over daily liraglutide without understanding how human behavior, metabolism, and muscle retention actually work. In this episode, I break down: ● Why humans always choose the path of least resistance (and why doctors prescribe weekly shots) ● The real difference between semaglutide vs. liraglutide ● Why weekly dosing causes more nausea, fatigue, food aversion, and training drop-off ● How semaglutide increases risk of lean muscle loss and metabolic slowdown ● Why daily liraglutide provides smoother appetite and glucose control ● How half-life impacts hunger, energy, and adherence ● Why extreme appetite suppression backfires long-term ● How GLP-1s should be used to support training and protein intake — not replace them GLP-1s are powerful tools — but when used incorrectly, they create the exact rebound weight gain, metabolic damage, and frustration women are trying to avoid. If you want my full GLP-1 Micro-Dosing Blueprint — including injection schedules, best practices, workouts, and nutrition:
If you're on a fat loss journey or a hormone health journey and you think "eating clean" is the answer — this episode will change how you look at food forever. In this conversation, I break down the #1 mistake I see every woman make when trying to lose fat: hyper-focusing on clean eating while completely ignoring moderation, macros, and long-term behavior. Eating anti-inflammatory, whole foods matters — but clean eating alone does NOT produce sustainable fat loss. In fact, it's one of the biggest reasons women lose weight… then gain it all back. In this episode, we cover: ● Why hyper-restriction creates cortisol, food obsession, and rebound weight gain ● The 80/20 rule and why avoiding "nutrient-to-avoid" foods backfires ● How moderation actually improves fat loss and hormone health ● Why Whole30, Dry January, and extreme clean eating don't train your brain ● The behavioral science behind why moderation works long-term ● Why conservative fat loss + reverse dieting is non-negotiable ● How to improve your relationship with food without losing results This is about training your brain, not white-knuckling discipline. If you want to lose 17+ pounds while optimizing hormones — without cutting wine, chocolate, or foods you love — this episode explains exactly why that approach works.
If you're planning to drink more than usual on New Year's and you're on a fat loss or hormone health journey, this episode is your survival guide. One night of drinking does not ruin fat loss — but what most women do around alcohol absolutely does. In this episode, I break down how to drink intelligently, avoid hormone chaos, and stop the cycle of restriction → rebound → weight gain. We cover: ● What "white girl wasted" actually means (objectively) ● Why alcohol itself isn't the real problem — lack of structure is ● Why Dry January backfires for most women ● How restriction trains rebound eating, not moderation ● Why moderation is a SKILL you must train ● The best alcohol choices for fat loss and hormones ● Why champagne is elite for New Year's ● How pour size and ABV impact fat metabolism ● Why liqueurs and aperitifs are massively underrated ● How to drink more without starting January behind This episode is about teaching your brain moderation, not white-knuckling restriction for 30 days and gaining the weight back later. If you want to lose 17+ pounds in the new year while still enjoying wine, tequila, and social events — this is the strategy that actually works.
If you're a tequila girly on a fat loss or hormone health journey, this episode breaks down exactly how to choose tequila that won't wreck your metabolism, digestion, or hormones. Not all alcohol is equal — and not all tequila is even close to the same. In this episode, I walk you step-by-step through my Tequila Fat Loss Hierarchy, so you can confidently shop at Total Wine, Costco, or any liquor store without guessing. We cover: • Why tequila is the least inflammatory liquor compared to gin, vodka, whiskey, rum, and bourbon • Why different tequilas affect hangovers, fat loss, and hormones differently • The importance of tequila type (blanco vs reposado vs añejo) • Why 100% Blue Weber Agave matters (and what "mixto" really means) • How additives increase inflammation — and why 60%+ of tequilas contain them • How to spot additive-free tequila without relying on Agave Matchmaker • Traditional tequila-making methods that signal higher quality • Why Single NOM matters — and why it can still be misleading • Popular additive-free tequila brands worth knowing This episode gives you a simple, practical filter you can apply every time you buy tequila — without relying on influencers, celebrity brands, or marketing hype.
If you're trying to lose fat or fix your hormone health through insurance, this episode is going to piss you off — in the best way possible. I see this every single day: Women come to me after being completely failed by modern medicine. In this episode, I break down: • Why insurance-based fat loss is a broken system • Why GLP-1s, HRT, and dietitians don't fix fat loss by themselves • Why "eat more protein" and one-page handouts don't work • Why copay-based care creates zero accountability and zero results • The psychology behind why free or cheap programs always fail • Why skin in the game matters more than motivation • How prioritization — not income — determines who gets results • Why women in the best shape invest disproportionately in their health I also share a real coaching story and a brutal lesson I learned early in my career when I ran a free fat loss program — and watched every single person quit. You get what you pay for. The cheapest solution is almost always the most expensive one long-term. If you're stuck, it's not because you're broken. It's because the system you're using was never designed to actually help you lose fat.
Tequila girlies — this is exactly why I'll never stop calling out bad tequila, no matter how big the brand is.
Ladies, if you're on a fat loss journey or working on hormone health and wondering whether Casamigos tequila, blanco tequila, or certain wines are "okay"… This episode breaks it ALL down. I answer one of the most common DM questions I get: ● Is Casamigos tequila bad for fat loss? ● What does Single NOM actually mean? ● Does additive-free tequila matter? ● Is blanco better than reposado or añejo? ● What are the best red and white wines for hormone health? We talk about: ● Casamigos vs Don Julio (same parent company, Diageo) ● Why celebrity tequilas aren't automatically high quality ● Single NOM vs multiple NOM distilleries — and why consistency matters ● Additives, congeners, inflammation, and liver detox burden ● Why tequila blanco is the cleanest option for fat loss ● Best wine picks for women (reds, whites, EU vs US wine rules) ● Why pesticides and winemaking practices matter for hormones This is not tequila snobbery — this is about structure, quality, and physiology, especially for women trying to lose fat without wrecking hormones. If you want:
If you're menopausal, on a fat loss journey, shopping at Costco, and currently on HRT (estrogen + progesterone), this video will save you a LOT of money. In this episode, I break down the most pointless supplements women on HRT keep buying, why they don't work, and how they overlap or conflict with what hormone replacement therapy is already doing in your body. We cover: ● What actually happens to estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, dopamine, and serotonin during menopause ● Why HRT already improves sleep, insulin sensitivity, mood, and cortisol regulation ● The supplements that become redundant (or useless) once you're on estrogen and progesterone ● Why "more supplements" is NOT better for fat loss or hormone health ● What I do still recommend from Costco if you're menopausal and on HRT This is not about adding more complexity — it's about simplifying your plan so you can actually see fat loss results without burning out. If you want my full Menopause Supplement List (HRT + non-HRT versions), DM me on Instagram:
If you're on a fat loss journey and think alcohol is the reason you're not seeing results — this video is for you. Let me say this clearly:
Most women hate tracking their food — and honestly, I get it. Food tracking works. It's one of the most efficient ways to lose fat and control results. But it's also intrusive, annoying, and unsustainable long-term if you don't transition out of it properly. In this video, I break down the exact 5-week blueprint I use with my clients to: ● Lose fat ● Regulate hormones ● Reverse diet properly ● Maintain results without tracking food forever This isn't "just eat intuitively and hope for the best." It's a structured pathway that rebuilds hunger cues, fullness signals, portion awareness, and metabolic stability. You'll learn: ● When food tracking is useful (and when it's not) ● Why tracking forever actually backfires ● How cortisol, sleep, and recovery impact fat loss ● The 3 non-negotiables for losing fat ● The exact 5-week progression we use inside our coaching program The 5-Week Fat Loss Reset: Week 1: Slow meals to 20 minutes (reduce cortisol + overeating) Week 2: Eat to 80% full (fix ghrelin + leptin signaling) Week 3: Protein at every meal (boost metabolism + satiety) Week 4: Fiber + veggies each meal (GLP-1-like fullness) Week 5: Hand portions (or macros if needed) for real-life flexibility This approach is designed for everyday humans — not ex-athletes or "grind harder" personalities. If you want my Intuitive Eating Matrix that shows how to transition out of tracking without regaining fat:
Ladies — if you're sick of tracking calories, sick of MyFitnessPal, and sick of fat loss feeling like a full-time job… this episode is for you. In this video, I break down the exact 5-week habit-stacking blueprint I use with clients who want to lose fat without tracking a single calorie — sustainably, realistically, and long-term. This isn't intuitive-eating chaos. This is structured habit stacking — one simple habit per week that compounds into automatic fat loss. What You'll Learn: • Why calorie tracking isn't required for fat loss • How eating slower immediately lowers calorie intake • How to use fullness cues to stop overeating • Why fiber and protein regulate hunger hormones (GLP-1, CCK) • How to control portions anywhere without weighing food • Why this approach works especially well for menopausal women The 5-Week Blueprint: Week 1: 20-minute meals Week 2: Eat until 80% full Week 3: Fiber + veggies at every meal Week 4: Protein at every meal Week 5: Hand-portion tracking (no scale, no app) This system works because it fixes hormones, hunger, and behavior — not just calories.
Ladies — if you're on a fat loss journey but still want to drink alcohol without wrecking your metabolism, sleep, digestion, and hormones… this episode is for you. Costco is actually one of the BEST places to buy clean, low-inflammation alcohol — if you know what to look for. In this video, I break down my Top 5 Costco Alcohol Picks for Fat Loss, focusing on: • Lowest inflammation • Lowest sugar • Lowest congener load • Fewer hangovers • Better digestion and recovery Not all alcohol is created equal. Poor-quality alcohol increases inflammation, stresses your liver, slows fat metabolism, disrupts sleep, and leads to multi-day fat loss stalls. Cleaner alcohol choices make a massive difference in how your body responds. In this episode, I cover: • Why alcohol quality matters for fat loss and hormones • The cleanest wine options at Costco • The best red wines for digestion and bloat • The lowest-inflammation spirits • The best low-calorie, low-sugar alcohol option overall Top 5 Costco Picks: 1. New Zealand White Wine (Sauvignon Blanc) 2. European Dry Red Wines (Pinot Noir) 3. Kirkland French Vodka 4. Kirkland Tequila Blanco 5. Kirkland Hard Seltzers Alcohol doesn't have to ruin fat loss — you just need a smarter strategy.
In today's episode, I break down the simplest fat-loss trick almost no one talks about — stretching your meals to 20 minutes. Most people eat so fast their body never has a chance to get out of stress mode, send fullness signals, or regulate appetite hormones. When you slow down, EVERYTHING changes: cortisol, GLP-1, cravings, digestion, metabolism, even calorie intake. Here's what we cover: 1⃣ Cortisol Drops Fast eating keeps your body in stress mode → cortisol rises → belly fat storage increases. Slowing down switches the body into "rest + digest," where cortisol naturally drops. 2⃣ Fullness Signals Kick In Your stomach needs 15–20 minutes to tell your brain you're full. When you rush, you overeat every time — even if you're trying to track calories. 3⃣ Natural GLP-1 Boost Eating slower increases your body's natural GLP-1 (the same hormone Ozempic mimics). More GLP-1 = fewer cravings, slower digestion, better appetite control. 4⃣ Better Digestion = Better Metabolism More chewing, less bloating, better nutrient absorption — your gut literally works better, and fat loss becomes easier. 5⃣ You Eat 20–30% Less Without Trying Same food, same plate… but slower meals lead to automatic calorie reduction. Fat loss without willpower or tracking — just pacing. If you changed NOTHING else in your fat-loss journey and simply stretched each meal to 20 minutes, your hormones, cravings, and results would shift instantly.
If your appetite is out of control, cravings are nonstop, and you feel like you could eat the entire house… this episode is for you. Today I break down the Top 5 Whole Foods appetite suppressants that actually turn off food noise, stabilize hunger, and help you stick to your calorie deficit — WITHOUT stimulants, prescription drugs, or extreme dieting. But before we dive into supplements, I start with a rapid lifestyle audit that most women skip. Because if your sleep, cortisol, or training plan are off, NOTHING you take will fix your hunger. Here's what we cover
If you're menopausal and on a GLP-1 medication or peptide (semaglutide, tirzepatide, compounded peptides, microdosing, etc.), this is one of the most important videos you'll ever watch. Most women make the SAME mistake…
If you're a tequila girlie on a fat loss journey, this is the video the alcohol industry never wanted you to see. Most people choose tequila based on: ❌ "Additive-free" ❌ Celebrity hype ❌ Bottle aesthetics ❌ TikTok recommendations ❌ Blindly trusting the label But additive-free is ONE variable out of MANY… And drinking the wrong tequila can destroy your fat loss, gut health, sleep, inflammation levels, and overall metabolic function. In this episode, I break down 5 tequila mistakes that completely change how your body reacts to alcohol — especially for women navigating fat loss and hormone health. You'll learn:
If you're on a fat loss or hormone health journey and you shop at Whole Foods, this is your complete Whole Foods tequila run done the RIGHT way.
If you think you're just one supplement tweak away from massive fat loss… this episode is going to hit you right between the eyes. In this real coaching breakdown, I walk you through an actual conversation I had with a woman who believed supplements were the missing piece to her fat loss and hormone health journey — only to uncover that her training, recovery, nutrition, alcohol intake, and hormone optimization were all out of alignment. Inside this episode, I break down: • The real menopause fat loss hierarchy (and why supplements come LAST) • Why obsessing over stacks while ignoring recovery is a guaranteed plateau • How alcohol, undertraining, and poor sleep sabotage hormone-driven fat loss • How I coach clients through self-realization vs. giving surface-level advice • Why most programs fail because they're built on outdated fitness and nutrition models • The difference between general advice vs. real personalized fat loss strategy • How supplements actually work best as adherence tools, not shortcuts Supplements can absolutely support fat loss — but only when the foundation is locked in. If your hormones, nutrition, sleep, and training aren't dialed, no stack on earth is going to save you. If you're truly ready to get your foundation right:
If you're on a fat loss journey and still drinking random "additive-free" tequila, you're missing the biggest piece of the puzzle. In this episode, I break down the Top 6 Single NOM tequilas that actually support gut health, fat oxidation, liver detox, inflammation control, and hangover reduction — not just what looks clean on the label. Most people stop at additive-free, but that's only one variable. I explain: ✅ Why Single NOM matters more than additive-free ✅ How multiple brands under one distillery destroys consistency ✅ How congeners impact hangovers, inflammation, and fat loss ✅ Why fermentation, distillation, and agave sourcing affect your metabolism ✅ Why some tequilas hit you clean one week and wreck you the next We also break down the Top 6 Single NOM brands including: Don Fulano Volcan El Tesoro G4 Siete Leguas Fortaleza If you care about: • Fat loss • Hormone balance • Gut health • Liver detox • Recovery • HRV • Sleep quality • Inflammation • Hangovers This episode will completely change how you buy tequila.
Vitamin D3 + K2 is in almost every menopause supplement stack — but most women are using it incorrectly and expecting it to be a fat-loss magic pill. In this episode, I break down exactly how Vitamin D3 and K2 work in the menopausal body, why vitamin D receptor sensitivity drops after estrogen declines, and how that directly affects bone density, hormone health, mood, inflammation, and fat loss. You'll learn: ✅ Why Vitamin D receptor activity crashes in menopause ✅ How K2 properly shuttles calcium into bone for remodeling and density ✅ Why supplements do NOT come before nutrition, macros, recovery, and training ✅ The menopausal fat-loss hierarchy that actually determines results ✅ Why supplement overlap and redundancy is stalling your progress ✅ How bloodwork determines true deficiency (and when you don't need D3 at all) ✅ Why stacking supplements on top of HRT, berberine, thermogenics, or sleep aids often backfires ✅ How sunlight, training, calcium intake, and food logs change your supplement needs We also cover why the "everyone should take a multivitamin" mindset is outdated, how to avoid wasting money on unnecessary supplementation, and how to build a supplement strategy that actually matches your physiology instead of TikTok trends. If you're menopausal and taking: Vitamin D3 Vitamin K2 Melatonin Berberine Thermogenics Multivitamins …this episode will save you money, confusion, and stalled results.
If you're a tequila girlie on a fat loss or hormone health journey, this episode is your complete cheat code to choosing tequila that won't wreck your gut, hormones, inflammation, or recovery. I break down the real tequila quality hierarchy — and why just looking for "additive-free" is NOT enough anymore. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ What the NOM number (Norma Oficial Mexicana) actually means ✅ How single-distillery vs multi-distillery production affects purity, consistency, and hangovers ✅ Why diffuser vs traditional extraction drastically changes inflammatory load ✅ The impact of fermentation style, yeast type, water source, and barrel aging on gut health and liver detox ✅ How additives like glycerin, caramel color, oak extract, and sugar flavors sabotage fat loss, increase inflammation, and worsen next-day cortisol ✅ Why you can't judge tequila by single-NOM alone — and why some single-NOM brands still use garbage processes ✅ How to evaluate true transparency on the label I also reveal my Top 10 Tequilas for Fat Loss & Hormone Health, based on production quality, transparency, and consistency: 1⃣ Volcán 2⃣ Lalo 3⃣ Siete Leguas 4⃣ Mijenta 5⃣ El Tesoro 6⃣ G4 7⃣ Tequila Ocho 8⃣ Fortaleza 9⃣ Tapatío
Ladies, if you're on a fat loss journey or hormone health journey using GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or liraglutide — and you want the fat loss without feeling like absolute trash — this episode is for you. I break down the 5 biggest mistakes that are sabotaging your results on GLP-1s, including: 1⃣ Why semaglutide is often the wrong first choice compared to daily liraglutide dosing — and how weekly injections kill natural GLP-1 pulsatility, insulin sensitivity, and appetite control. 2⃣ Skipping microdosing and jumping straight to macro doses, which increases side effects and reduces long-term success. 3⃣ Critically low fiber intake — why 30g/day is non-negotiable and how to use psyllium husk and chia to boost GLP-1 naturally. 4⃣ Not having an exit strategy — reverse dieting, habit restructuring, and how people regain everything when they don't plan their transition. 5⃣ Drinking alcohol like you're not medicated — why GLP-1 + alcohol is a blood-sugar, fat-metabolism, and recovery nightmare. If you're serious about losing fat on GLP-1s without wrecking your metabolism, gut, hormones, or rebound weight, I've built a full GLP-1 Microdosing Guide that includes: ✅ Exact microdosing schedule ✅ Full fat-loss meal plan ✅ Full workout plan ✅ Hormone-friendly GLP-1 support strategy DM me "GLP1" on Instagram and I'll send you the full guide.
Ladies, if you are menopausal as f*ck and your fat loss has completely stalled… cravings are out of control… sleep is trash… and your belly fat feels impossible to lose — this episode is your Costco survival guide.
Ladies, if you're on a fat loss journey and you still want to enjoy tequila without wrecking your hormones, gut, or metabolism — this episode is a MUST LISTEN.
So many women are stuck in hormone frustration because they believe blood work is the ultimate truth. In this episode, I explain why that belief is holding you back. Hormone levels shift constantly. They change by the day, the hour, stress, sleep, food, inflammation, hydration, and more. Yet women are driving hours, getting stuck with needles, waiting on labs — only to be told everything is "normal" while fat loss, energy, mood, and recovery are still wrecked. In this episode, I cover: • Why hormone blood work is a moving target • Why symptom-based data is often more accurate than labs • Why DEXA and body comp testing are often wildly inaccurate • Why real progress comes from lifestyle + physiology, not chasing numbers • Who this approach IS and IS NOT for If you're the woman doing all the "right things" and still not seeing results — you're exactly who this episode is for.
So many women in menopause are stuck because they're listening to advice from people who only know what worked for their body — not yours. In this episode, I explain why you should never blindly follow fat loss advice from your in-shape menopausal friends, influencers, or anyone who doesn't understand your real physiology. We talk about: • The influencer trap • Why restriction never works long term • Why "just cut alcohol" is lazy advice • The difference between a coach vs. someone who just got results once • Why individualized menopause fat loss coaching matters If you're serious about fat loss in menopause without burning out your hormones, your metabolism, and your sanity — this will hit home.
If you're menopausal as heck and standing in Whole Foods completely overwhelmed by the supplement aisle — this episode is your shortcut. I just fully updated my Top 10 Menopause Supplements list for Summer 2025, and in this episode I break down: ● What to actually buy at Whole Foods ● Exact doses and timing ● What helps with belly fat, insulin resistance, food noise, cortisol, sleep, inflammation, bone density, and muscle loss ● Which supplements are a waste of your money We cover: ● DIM – for estrogen metabolism ● Berberine Phytosome – for insulin resistance ● GABA – for food noise + stress eating ● Magnesium Glycinate – for sleep and nervous system support ● Non-stim + stim thermogenics – for fat mobilization ● Ashwagandha – for cortisol regulation ● Omega-3s – for hormone signaling + inflammation ● Vitamin D3 + K2 – for bone density and mood ● Creatine – for muscle retention in menopause If you want my exact Whole Foods cheat sheet, DM me on Instagram @dylanaconrad with: "Whole Foods Menopause Supplements" and I'll send it to you directly. This list is built specifically for menopausal fat loss, hormone balance, and metabolism support — not generic blog nonsense.
Ladies, if you're on a fat loss or hormone health journey and thinking about starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), this is the BIGGEST mistake I see women make over and over again — and it can completely wreck your hormones, libido, mood, and results. In this episode, I break down: • How to tell if your testosterone is actually low • The difference between low total vs low free testosterone • The exact lab ranges you need to look for on blood work • Why low testosterone crushes libido, energy, mood, and stress tolerance • Why testosterone pellets are one of the WORST options for most women • How pellets trap you in bad dosing with no ability to adjust • Safer, smarter ways to approach TRT using creams or injections • And why consistency matters more than convenience I also explain why so many women get stuck with side effects when they start TRT the wrong way — and how to avoid becoming one of them. If you want the fat loss benefits of TRT without hopping on TRT, I also rebuilt my full Amazon Fat Loss Supplement List that you can order straight to your door. Follow me on Instagram @dylanaconrad and DM me "AMAZON FAT LOSS SUPPLEMENTS" to get my top 10 list instantly. This episode is for women in: • Perimenopause • Menopause • Hormone imbalance • Fat loss plateaus • Low libido, low energy, and high stress If you care about your hormones, fat loss, and long-term health — do NOT skip this episode.
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Supplement audit and tracking apps like Subtract AI, Sepco, and other supplement ranking tools are everywhere right now — but are they actually helping your health… or giving you false confidence? In this episode, I break down the 3 major flaws with supplement auditing apps that most people (and even doctors) overlook — especially if you're dealing with fat loss resistance, hormone imbalance, thyroid issues, HRT, or birth control. You'll learn: • Why these apps often miss dangerous drug–supplement interactions • How they ignore your diet, nutrient intake, and deficiencies • Why they don't account for dosing, form, or timing (which completely changes how supplements work) • How they oversimplify complex hormonal health • Why your "high score" may mean absolutely nothing • When supplement apps CAN be useful vs when they become harmful • Why supplements must be personalized to your labs, diet, stress, and hormones If you're taking a large supplement stack, using HRT or thyroid meds, or trying to lose stubborn fat — this is a MUST-listen before trusting any supplement-tracking app.
Activated charcoal is one of the most misunderstood supplements in the fat loss and hormone health world. In this episode, I break down exactly what activated charcoal actually does, whether coconut charcoal is better than bamboo, the correct dosing, the best time to take it, and the biggest mistakes that can wreck your meds and supplements if you use it wrong. Spoiler: Activated charcoal is NOT a daily supplement. When taken too often, it can strip essential minerals and interfere with critical medications like thyroid meds, HRT, birth control, and fat loss supplements like berberine. You'll learn: • Whether coconut charcoal is actually superior • The ideal dose (500–1,000 mg) • When to use activated charcoal (hangovers, food poisoning, mold exposure, bloating, travel) • When NOT to use it • Why you must leave a 3–4 hour buffer from meds & supplements • The best time of day to take it • Capsules vs powders • How to avoid canceling out your entire supplement stack If you're on a fat loss journey, hormone health protocol, or taking thyroid meds or HRT, this is critical information you NEED to know before using activated charcoal.
Berberine is one of the most popular supplements for improving insulin sensitivity and supporting fat loss — but many people are using it incorrectly, stacking it unnecessarily, or taking it when they don't actually need it. In this episode, I break down: • What insulin resistance really is and how it affects fat storage • How berberine works like nature's metformin to support blood sugar control • The correct berberine dosage and timing for best results • Berberine phytosome vs HCl (and why bioavailability matters) • The most common berberine mistakes I see with women • When berberine is helpful — and when it's unnecessary • How GLP-1 medications and HRT already increase insulin sensitivity • Why stacking berberine with GLP-1 or HRT can create diminishing returns • How supplement overlap slows progress and wastes money • The 4 supplement category framework (metabolic, foundational, hormonal, gut) You'll also learn how sleep, walking, strength training, cortisol balance, and an anti-inflammatory diet naturally improve insulin sensitivity — and why personalized supplement plans always outperform generic advice. This episode is for you if you're: ✔ Struggling with insulin resistance ✔ Using berberine for fat loss ✔ On GLP-1 medications ✔ On hormone replacement therapy ✔ Taking a large supplement stack ✔ Feeling unsure about supplement overlap
Ladies… if you keep avoiding your favorite foods because you think it'll help your fat loss… you're actually making it WAY harder.
If you're on a fat loss journey or working on hormone health, taking more supplements does not always mean better results. In fact, over-supplementing can stall fat loss, disrupt hormones, interfere with medications, and even make you feel worse. In this episode, I break down: • How many supplements is too many • The most common signs you're over-supplementing • Why supplements can compete for absorption • How certain combinations can cancel each other out • Why more money spent does not equal better results • What symptoms like nausea, fatigue, brain fog, and sleep issues really mean • How I customize supplement protocols instead of using one-size-fits-all advice You'll also learn why your nutrition, sleep, caffeine intake, and hormone profile all matter before choosing supplements — and why random TikTok recommendations often backfire. This episode is perfect for: ✔ Women focused on fat loss ✔ Menopause and perimenopause support ✔ Insulin resistance and thyroid health ✔ Anyone feeling overwhelmed by supplements
The Peptide Stack Every Menopausal Woman Should Know
Ladies… if you are menopausal as f*ck, exhausted, unmotivated, insulin resistant, and storing every carb as belly fat, THIS video is your new morning bible. I'm breaking down the 3 Lazy Girl Menopause Breakfasts every woman needs to keep on hand — meals that take 1–2 minutes, stabilize your hormones, boost dopamine/serotonin, and flip your fat-oxidation switch back ON. When estrogen and progesterone drop, so do your serotonin and dopamine. That's why you feel like sh*t, crave carbs, have no motivation, and gain weight FAST. Add in insulin resistance + cortisol dysfunction and boom — the "perfect storm," starring your belly fat instead of George Clooney.
Macros Stopped Working? Here's Exactly What To Do Next ⚠️
Ladies… if you're menopausal as f*ck and Whole Foods is basically your second home, THIS is your zero-prep grocery haul guide.
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