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Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right — eating clean, taking supplements, exercising — and still not seeing results?

In this episode of Inspired Wellness, Michelle sits down with Becca Roses, founder of Mind Body Genes, to unpack the science of epigenetics and how your DNA influences hormones, stress resilience, metabolism, nutrient absorption, inflammation, and even exercise response.

If you’re a busy midlife woman navigating perimenopause, autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, or confusing health trends — this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air.

After her own Hashimoto’s diagnosis, Becca discovered that many “healthy” protocols were actually working against her genetic wiring. That realization led her to build a system that translates complex genetic data into practical, personalized wellness strategies.

You’ll learn:

• What epigenetics actually means (and why your genes are NOT your destiny)
• How lifestyle “talks” to your DNA
• Why two women can eat the same diet and get completely different results
• How genetics influence estrogen metabolism, stress response (COMT), sleep patterns, and detox pathways
• Why perimenopause is a recalibration phase — not a crisis
• How personalized genetic insight can reduce supplement overwhelm
• What it means to “age like a badass” with longevity-focused gene insights
• How practitioners are using genetic blueprinting to personalize client care

This episode is especially powerful for women who:

• Feel confused by conflicting health advice
• Struggle with hormone shifts in their late 30s and 40s
• Have tried multiple supplements without clear results
• Want a personalized roadmap instead of trial and error

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start personalizing your wellness approach, this episode is for you.

Connect with Becca:

 Mind Body Genes: https://mindbodygenes.com

 Book Your Genetic Blueprint: https://mindbodygenes.com/book-your-genetic-blueprint/

 Gene Queen Certification (for practitioners): https://mind-body-academy.teachable.com/p/epigeneticscertification

 Instagram: https://instagram.com/mindbodygenes

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

If you’ve been told that weight gain, low energy, and stubborn body changes are “just part of getting older,” this episode will completely reframe what you think you know.

In this conversation, Michelle sits down with Kinsey Diment, founder of Fit After 40, to unpack why age itself is not what slows your metabolism — and what actually changes in perimenopause and menopause.

Together, they explore how muscle loss, hormonal shifts, insulin resistance, and reduced daily movement quietly drive metabolic changes in midlife — and why dieting harder or exercising more intensely often backfires for women in their 40s and 50s.

This episode is empowering, science-grounded, and incredibly practical — especially if you feel like you’re “doing everything right” but not seeing results.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why age alone does NOT slow your metabolism
• The role of muscle loss (sarcopenia) in midlife weight gain
• How declining estrogen impacts muscle, blood sugar, and fat storage
• Why many women become more insulin resistant in perimenopause
• The hidden metabolic power of daily movement (NEAT)
• How chronic dieting and under-fueling can lower metabolic health
• Why strength training improves metabolism — even without weight loss
• How muscle helps regulate blood sugar independent of insulin
• Why “doing less, more consistently” often works better in midlife
• How women can start strength training safely at any age
• What a realistic, supportive fitness approach actually looks like

Key takeaways for midlife women:

• You are not broken
• Your metabolism hasn’t failed you
• Your body is asking for support, not restriction
• Muscle is a powerful ally for energy, longevity, and metabolic health
• It is never too late to build strength

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply noticing that your body responds differently than it used to, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do next.

 Listen now and start working with your body, not against it.

Resources & Links:

•  Fit After 40 Podcast
•  Fit After 40: Strength Training for Menopause (work with Kinsey)
•  Free Menopause & Muscle Webinar
•  Instagram: @kinsey.does.the.fitness

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Supporting your child’s nutrition, sports schedule, and energy needs can start to feel like a full-time job — especially when you’re juggling practices, games, school, work, and your own health.

In this episode of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, Michelle sits down with Marie Sporich for a refreshing, back-to-basics conversation about fueling young athletes without burning out your family — or yourself.

This episode is for moms navigating youth sports nutrition, busy schedules, and the pressure to “do it all” perfectly. Instead of complicated meal plans or performance pressure, Marie shares a realistic, sustainable approach to fueling kids and supporting recovery, energy, and long-term wellbeing.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to fuel young athletes without over-complicating meals
• Signs of burnout in kids and sports moms
• Why recovery and rest matter just as much as training
• Teaching kids to listen to hunger, fullness, and energy cues
• Simple nutrition habits that support performance and growth
• How moms can support their kids’ health without ignoring their own

If you’re raising active kids and want to support energy, performance, and family wellbeing — without stress, guilt, or burnout — this episode will leave you feeling grounded, encouraged, and equipped.

 Also mentioned: If this conversation resonated, you may enjoy

Episode 33: When “Normal” Doesn’t Feel Normal: Hormones, Mental Health & Holiday Burnout with Dr. Abigail Powell, where we explore mental and hormonal health for moms navigating busy seasons of life.

Apple Podcast Link: Episode 33

Spotify Link: Episode 33

Connect with Marie:

• Website: sponutrition.com
• Instagram: @SPO.Nutrition | @SPO_Nutrition
• Read Marie’s CanvasRebel Magazine interview (linked in show notes)

 Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Inspired Wellness Podcast so you don’t miss future episodes. And if this episode helped you, a quick 5-star rating and review helps other moms find the show.

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

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In this powerful episode of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, Michelle sits down with former palliative care nurse practitioner Alli Bannister to share her extraordinary healing journey.

After being diagnosed with two rare cancers, undergoing radical organ removal surgery, and entering surgical menopause overnight, Alli faced a recovery that tested her physically, emotionally, and mentally. What followed was a profound shift — one rooted in hope, mindset, and reclaiming vitality.

Alli opens up about:

• Medical gaslighting and self-advocacy
• Life after surgical menopause
• Finding hope after devastating diagnoses
• The role of molecular hydrogen water in her recovery
• Turning pain into purpose through Healing on the Road

This episode is a reminder that healing is possible — and that mindset may be one of our greatest tools.

Connect with Alli:

• Website: https://allihealingontheroad.com/
• Instagram: @alli.healingotheroad
• Facebook: Alli.healingontheroad
• TikTok: alli.healingontheroad

 Documentary Waitlist:

• Drowning in Sickness Documentary:
• https://drowninginsickness.com/join-the-waitlist?am_id=allibannister4109

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things for your health — eating well, taking supplements, trying detoxes — but still feel exhausted, inflamed, or stuck, this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Jennie Anderson, founder of Enriched Nest, to unpack one of the most overlooked foundations of healing in midlife: drainage before detox.

Jennie supports busy moms and women who want real root-cause answers and sustainable healing — especially those who’ve been told their labs look “normal” but don’t feel normal at all. Her work focuses on identifying and relieving the stressors that keep the body stuck, using a food-first, whole-body approach rooted in functional nutrition and targeted lab testing.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why detoxing without supporting drainage can backfire
• How blocked drainage pathways impact hormones, energy, and inflammation
• Why midlife women often feel worse when they “add more” instead of addressing foundations
• How a gentle, step-by-step approach can help the body heal without overwhelm

This conversation is empowering, validating, and incredibly practical — especially if you’re navigating perimenopause or midlife and feel like your body isn’t responding the way it used to.

About Jennie

Jennie Anderson is the founder of Enriched Nest, a functional nutrition practice supporting busy moms and women who want real answers and long-term healing. Her approach is centered on removing the stressors holding the body back and restoring balance through real food, lifestyle support, and targeted functional lab testing.

Jennie works with clients virtually through one-on-one support and group programs, meeting women exactly where they are in their healing journey.

Resources & Links

 Website:

https://www.enrichednest.com

 Instagram:

@enrichednest

 Free Guide:

Drainage vs Detox: Why Both Matter for Hormone Balance in Midlife

Learn why supporting both drainage and detox is essential for hormone balance in midlife — and how to reduce overwhelm while helping your body heal naturally.

 https://www.enrichednest.com/drainage-detox

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

If you’re in perimenopause and suddenly feel inflamed, reactive, bloated, tired, or sensitive to foods that never bothered you before, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Michelle and Tabitha sit down with Dr. Atoosa Kourosh, a board-certified physician in pediatrics, allergy & immunology, and a leader in integrative medicine, to explain why midlife can feel like your body is turning against you — and what’s actually happening behind the scenes.

Dr. Kourosh breaks down how hormonal shifts in perimenopause interact with the gut microbiome and immune system, leading to inflammation, autoimmunity, histamine issues, and “new” sensitivities in women who were previously healthy and resilient.

This episode goes beyond “just hormones” to explain the root causes — and what a more complete, personalized approach can look like.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why perimenopause often triggers inflammation, immune changes, and autoimmune flares
• What “loss of immune tolerance” means — and why foods, stress, and the environment can suddenly feel overwhelming
• How gut microbiome disruption plays a central role in midlife symptoms
• The connection between histamine intolerance, allergies, and perimenopause
• Why “just taking a Zyrtec” doesn’t address the root cause
• How nutrigenomics (genetic testing) can personalize hormones, supplements, detox pathways, and even exercise
• Why some women feel worse on hormone therapy — and how genetics can explain it
• Mold, toxins, antibiotics, and other hidden triggers that can amplify symptoms
• What to test before going gluten-free (including celiac screening)
• Simple, practical gut-supportive steps you can try now while you wait for answers

If you’ve been told:

• “This is just part of aging”
• “Your labs are normal”
• “It’s stress”
• “Just push through it”

This conversation will help you understand why your symptoms are real, why perimenopause can last 10–15 years, and why you don’t have to accept feeling miserable in this season of life.

About today’s guest:

Dr. Atoosa Kourosh, MD, MPH is a board-certified physician in pediatrics, allergy & immunology and the Chair of the Integrative Medicine Committee for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. She specializes in whole-person, root-cause care — helping patients uncover how genetics, gut health, environment, and immune function intersect.

She works with both adults and children, and is especially known for solving “diagnostic mysteries” when traditional approaches fall short.

Learn more & connect:

• Website: doctoratoosa.com
• Instagram: @doctoratoosa
• X (Twitter): @allergyhealth

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Do you feel more tired, moody, or unmotivated every winter—especially after the holidays?

If January feels heavy and your energy crashes as the days stay short, you’re not imagining it.

In this episode of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, Michelle and Tabitha sit down with board-certified health coach April Eddington to unpack seasonal fatigue, circadian biology, and why modern indoor life works against women’s biology—particularly in midlife and perimenopause.

April shares how spending 20 years working in an office in London left her struggling with winter depression every year, and how understanding light exposure, daily rhythms, and biology-first living completely changed her health. Together, we explore why concepts like “Blue Monday” resonate so deeply, why women feel seasonal shifts more intensely, and what actually helps—without extreme routines or overwhelm.

This is a validating, practical conversation for any woman who feels “off” every winter and wants realistic ways to feel better.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• What seasonal fatigue really is (and why January feels so hard)
• The post-holiday energy and mood crash explained
• What “Blue Monday” represents and why it resonates
• Circadian rhythm basics and why light exposure matters
• Why indoor, modern life disrupts women’s biology
• Seasonal fatigue and its overlap with perimenopause
• Why midlife women feel winter more deeply than ever
• Simple, biology-first ways to support mood and energy in winter
• How working with your body—not against it—changes everything

Who This Episode Is For:

• Women in midlife or perimenopause
• Anyone struggling with winter fatigue or low mood
• Busy women spending most of their days indoors
• Listeners interested in circadian health and natural rhythms
• Anyone feeling the January slump and wanting real solutions

About Our Guest:

April Eddington is a board-certified health coach who specializes in seasonal fatigue. Based in London, she works with women both online and in person and brings a deeply personal perspective after spending two decades battling winter depression in a traditional office environment.

You can connect with April on Instagram: @aprilsaraheddington

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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If you’ve been confused about intermittent fasting, hormones, cortisol, and weight loss in midlife, this episode is going to clear it ALL up.

Today, Michelle and Tabitha sit down with New York Times bestselling author Gin Stephens, one of the leading voices in intermittent fasting, to break down what actually works—and what’s just noise.

We dive into:

• The truth about intermittent fasting for women over 40
• Whether fasting really impacts hormones and cortisol
• Why most diets fail (and what to do instead)
• The science behind clean fasting vs “dirty fasting”
• How to lose weight without restriction, guilt, or burnout
• Why diet culture has failed women for decades
• And how to finally trust your body again

Gin shares her personal story of losing 75+ pounds and maintaining it for over a decade—and explains why intermittent fasting is about so much more than calories.

If you’ve been told:

❌ “Fasting is bad for women”

❌ “You need to eat every 2–3 hours”

❌ “Skipping breakfast ruins your metabolism”

This episode will challenge everything you’ve heard—and empower you with real, science-backed clarity.

✔️ How intermittent fasting actually works (beyond calories)

✔️ Why insulin—not willpower—is the key to fat loss

✔️ The difference between clean fasting vs dirty fasting

✔️ The truth about cortisol and fasting for women

✔️ Why diet culture keeps you stuck

✔️ How to reduce food guilt and eat in a more sustainable way

✔️ What “eating like a grown-up” really means

✔️ How to listen to your body and find your own rhythm

00:00 – Why diet culture starts so young

06:00 – What intermittent fasting actually is

12:00 – Clean fasting vs dirty fasting explained

18:00 – The real reason fasting works (insulin + fat burning)

22:00 – Cortisol myths & fasting for women

30:00 – Removing guilt around food (clean-ish approach)

34:00 – Eat Like a Grown-Up program explained

40:00 – How to trust your body again

Gin Stephens is a New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and leading expert in intermittent fasting, helping thousands of women transform their health, metabolism, and relationship with food.

She is the author of:

• Fast. Feast. Repeat.
• Delay, Don’t Deny
• Clean(ish)

• Gin Stephens Website: https://jenstephens.com
• Fast Feast Repeat App: https://app.fastfeastrepeat.com
• Book: Fast. Feast. Repeat.
• Book: Delay, Don’t Deny

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

 Holiday Bonus: Trends & Hot Skin Tips for Healthy Aging Skin

This week on the Inspired Wellness Podcast, we’re sharing a special holiday bonus episode as part of a podcast swap we’re so excited about.

We’re featuring an episode from Jess Iturzaeta of the Learning to Glow Women’s Wellness Podcast, focused on healthy, glowing skin for women 35 and beyond. Jess dives into the latest skincare trends, simple routines that actually work, facial tools she loves, and thoughtful alternatives that support naturally aging skin — without extremes.

If you’re interested in supporting your skin from a wellness-forward, realistic perspective, this episode is a great listen.

 In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Skincare trends for aging skin in 2025
• Simple routines for healthy, glowing skin
• Facial tools and treatments for women 35+
• Botox alternatives and natural skin support

We hope you enjoy this special holiday episode. Tab and I will be taking a short break and will be back soon with new episodes to support your healthiest year yet.

Happy New Year!!

About Jess Iturzaeta

Jess is the founder of Simply Jess Natural Skincare and has been in the spa and wellness industry for over 20 years. She has a podcast called Learning to Glow where she is on a mission to help women grow and thrive in all areas of their lives. You can use code PODCAST for 20% off the entire line: www.simplyjessskincare.com

Website: www.simplyjessskincare.com

Instagram and TikTok: @simplyjessskincare

Podcast: https://simplyjessskincare.com/blogs/podcast

  Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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New Year Bonus: The Healing Power of Breath & Nervous System Regulation

As we kick off a new year, we’re sharing a powerful and timely conversation focused on one of the most accessible — and often overlooked — wellness tools we have: the breath.

In this special podcast swap episode with Liberty Wellness, host Rebecca Stuart sits down with Bree Stevens to explore how intentional breathing can support physical health, calm the nervous system, and create emotional and spiritual balance.

Bree beautifully weaves together the science of breathwork with her personal faith-based perspective, offering both practical education and deeper reflection. This conversation covers how breathing habits impact stress, sleep, focus, and resilience — and why awareness and intention matter so much when it comes to healing.

 What You’ll Learn:

• How breath directly influences the nervous system and stress response
• The difference between nose breathing and mouth breathing — and why it matters
• How breath can help release stored tension and emotional stress
• Simple ways to improve your breathing habits for better energy, sleep, and focus
• Why you don’t need to know everything to begin helping yourself — or others — heal

Don’t Miss This:

Stay tuned for the final portion of the episode, where Bree guides listeners through a live breathwork session. This is a powerful practice you can return to whenever you need to slow down, reset, and reconnect — so you may want to save this episode.

We hope you enjoy this thoughtful conversation as you step into the new year. Tab and I will be back soon with new episodes to support your healthiest, most grounded year yet.

Here is how you can connect with Rebecca and hear more Liberty Wellness Podcast episodes:

Website https://www.libertywellnessandco.com/

Podcast/ youtube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6IADPq0jy4u4S_9OW4iqsEvp_t8Geq7L&si=stGq2ruVWXTeY9xv

Instagram and Facebook @[email protected] 

email newsletter https://libertywellnessandco.myflodesk.com/subscribe

 Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach

Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands here!

[email protected]

Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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