Designed Foundations

“Food doesn't just affect the body. It also affects the mind.”

Today, our host, Kelly Meehan explores the link between gluten and mental health and walks us through the most common diseases gluten may lead to and why a gluten-free diet could be a powerful tool for those experiencing certain chronic conditions.

When Kelly’s youngest daughter started experiencing mood swings, irritability, and joint pain, she was utterly mystified. That was until her celiac disease diagnosis opened her eyes to the potent link between gluten and mental health. Her daughter’s journey through gluten withdrawal and the subsequent improvement in her mental clarity was an eye-opener that showed the very real impact that gluten can have on our brain as well as our body.

Gluten-induced inflammation may contribute to conditions like anxiety, depression, and brain fog. By considering gluten sensitivity as a potential root cause, it may help to try a gluten-free diet before immediately turning to long-term medication. At the same time, it’s important to know how to test for gluten sensitivity in the first place.

“To truly heal, we must shift our focus from ‘one-size-fits-all’ to the individual.”

Kelly wraps up by unpacking the gut-brain axis and the ins and outs of both celiac and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. From there, we learn how to supercharge gut health with foods like bone broth and fermented vegetables while simultaneously eliminating gluten from the diet.

Key Topics:

• How Removing Gluten Helped Kelly’s Daughter Overcome Celiac Disease (00:00)
• How Silent Gluten-Related Symptoms Can Creep Up on You (05:37)
• What is Gluten, and Where is it Normally Found? (06:40)
• Celiac and Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivities (07:21)
• How Do You Know if You Have Gluten Sensitivity? (09:57)
• Practical Steps to Test For Gluten Sensitivity (15:38)

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.

“Gratitude is not about ignoring the struggles. It’s about being able to hold space for the hard and the beautiful, about acknowledging that while life is messy, there are still things worth celebrating. Gratitude says, ‘Yes, this is hard, but I can still see what’s good.’”

How far can an attitude of gratitude go in rewiring your brain, calming your central nervous system, and improving your physical health?

Our host, Kelly Meehan, walks us through the incredible, science-backed benefits of gratitude and how it not only calms the brain's fear center but also helps transition the nervous system from a stress-laden state to one of restoration.

You’ll walk away with actionable steps to embed gratitude into your day-to-day routine. This isn't about striving for perfection–after all, there’s no such thing as “perfect.” Rather, your goal is to achieve consistency in your daily gratitude practice, which leads to peace, clarity, and resilience amidst the chaos of life.

“When we practice gratitude, we are aligning ourselves with God’s Truth.”

Through today’s case studies and practical exercises, may you be encouraged to recognize and celebrate the abundance that surrounds you by choosing to infuse gratitude into your daily life!

Key Topics:

• What is Gratitude and What Is It Not? (00:00)
• How Gratitude Physically Changes the Brain (05:03)
• How Gratitude Rewires the Brain (07:58)
• Gratitude and the Nervous System (12:05)
• Other Physical Benefits of Gratitude (14:46)
• Spiritual Benefits of Gratitude (15:55)
• Practical Steps to Practice Gratitude (16:44)

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

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• Contact: [email protected]

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.

“Your body is uniquely designed with its own blueprint for health and healing.”

After years of watching her daughter struggle with unexplained health issues, our host Kelly Meehan, decided to take matters into her own hands. Traditional lab results had always deemed her "normal," but her symptoms told a different story.

By seeking a second opinion from a naturopath, Kelly uncovered hidden health issues that standard tests had missed. This experience transformed her perspective on health and taught her the importance of looking for optimal levels, not just normal ones. Her story is a testament to the benefits of functional blood chemistry and how it can reveal your true health in a way conventional medicine often isn’t able to achieve.

“In general, we don’t go to conventional doctors for ‘proactive’ medicine, but ‘reactive’ medicine.”

Listen in as Kelly explains how American-standard lab ranges may sometimes offer a false sense of security, and why comprehensive testing is crucial for unearthing hidden health concerns.

Finally, through a recent experience with a client, she drives home how blood sugar dysregulation and liver health can be addressed with targeted interventions–and illustrates the power of functional blood chemistry in treating the whole person, and not just isolated symptoms!

Key Topics:

• Have You Ever Been Made to Feel “Small” in a Doctor’s Office? (02:06)
• Settle for “Optimal”, Not Just “Normal” (03:49)
• Uncovering the Story Within Your Biochemistry (05:57)
• The Problem with “Normal” (08:16)
• The Power of Functional Blood Chemistry (13:01)
• How to Reap the Benefits of Functional Blood Work Today (15:06)

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

Connect with us:

• Website
• Instagram
• Contact: [email protected]

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.

Ever felt like you're running on empty while trying to keep up with life's demands?

It’s a trap we’ve all fallen into at some point–trying to make life work at the expense of our well-being. The best way to nip this problem in the bud? It all comes down to identifying your starting point.

By pausing and assessing where you’re currently at, you can pinpoint problem areas as well as recognize and utilize your innate strengths. Our host Kelly Meehan says that honest reflection makes up the foundation for a wellness journey free from guilt or the chase for perfection!

Kelly dives into the four pillars of holistic health: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. You’ll learn how clarity and focus can help manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions and why it's vital to nurture your body and spirit regularly. Kelly also shares why it’s important to establish small, daily habits that build on these four pillars, starting small from short walks to five-minute meditations.

Kelly reminds us that your connection with God is the cornerstone of true wellness. It’s your God-given purpose that you’ll be continually drawing from when setting intentions–both short and long-term!

Key Topics:

• Why You Need to Assess Where You’re At (01:59)
• Finding the Balance Between Caring for Ourselves and Others (03:52)
• The Four Pillars of Holistic Health (06:30)
• How to Build a Strong Foundation (10:30)
• Your Challenge This Week (15:30)

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

Connect with us:

• Website
• Instagram
• Contact: [email protected]

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.

Welcome to the very first episode of the Designed Foundations Podcast! This show is tailor-made for the mom looking to supercharge their health and wellbeing–and their family’s–but is feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing sea of information out there!

“True wellness is not about chasing perfection!”

Listen in as your host, Kelly Meehan, paints a picture of what it means to achieve true wellness. Moving beyond conventional ideas that focus solely on diet and exercise, Kelly explores a more holistic approach that offers a step-by-step map for building a strong foundation. This base encompasses not just the physical, but also the emotional and the spiritual facets of life.

“Your foundation creates your ending.”

Drawing from her own experiences, Kelly shows that it’s possible to align your body, mind, and spirit with your unique God-given purpose!

Key Topics:

• Who This Podcast is For (01:33)
• The True Definition of “Wellness” (02:57)
• Building a Strong Foundation of Holistic Wellness (06:54)
• Is Your Wellness Built on Rock or Sand? (08:40)
• Closing Thoughts: True Wellness is Not About Chasing Perfection (12:12)

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

Connect with us:

• Website
• Instagram
• Contact: [email protected]

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Let’s uncover the answers, build stronger foundations, and create lasting wellness together.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.

Welcome to Designed Foundations with Kelly Meehan!

Resources:

• Ready to start building a healthier, stronger foundation for your wellness? Grab my free guide filled with practical steps! Download it here
• Free Masterclass: Weekly Rhythms for the Radiant Woman: Learn how to create simple, sustainable rhythms that help you feel balanced and aligned. Sign up for free! Join here

Connect with us:

• Website
• Instagram
• Contact: [email protected]

Subscribe and Share:

Don’t miss an episode—subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. If you love the show, please leave a review and share it with others who might benefit!

Let’s uncover the answers, build stronger foundations, and create lasting wellness together.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical care. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.