Are you eating clean, exercising consistently, and still gaining weight around your belly in your 40s? You’re not alone — and it’s not your willpower.

In this episode of the Precision Total Health Podcast, Lori Aikman, NP, pulls back the curtain on the real hormonal shifts that happen in perimenopause and why belly fat shows up even when your lifestyle hasn’t changed.

You’ll learn:

• The two key hormones that shift in your late 30s–50s (and how they affect muscle + metabolism)

• Why insulin resistance, not “just aging,” is behind stubborn belly fat and energy crashes

• One simple strategy you can start today to stabilize blood sugar, build muscle, and fight abdominal weight gain

If you’re a high-performing woman in your 40s who’s tired of wasting effort on diets that don’t work, this episode will help you understand what’s happening in your body — and how to take back control.

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Emotional eating does not have to control you! Holly Bertone gives you a simple 3 Step Process to break free from emotional eating in this episode!Connect with Holly: https://www.instagram.com/holly.bertone/SummaryIn this conversation, Holly Burton shares her transformative journey from being the Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence at the FBI to becoming a holistic health coach. She discusses her struggles with emotional eating, the patterns that led to her unhealthy relationship with food, and how she uses her background in data analysis and neuroplasticity to help women break free from diet culture. Holly emphasizes the importance of understanding the root causes of food noise and provides a three-step process to help clients rewire their habits and create healthier relationships with food. In this conversation, Holly Bertone and Lori Aikman explore the complexities of emotional eating, the importance of awareness in managing food relationships, and strategies for teaching children about healthy eating habits. They discuss the significance of facing emotions, rewiring automatic responses, and the power of mindfulness in overcoming food-related challenges. The conversation emphasizes the need for a supportive and non-judgmental approach to emotional eating, highlighting that many women struggle with these issues and that there are effective strategies to regain control.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Holly Burton's Journey03:04 The Struggles of Emotional Eating05:59 The Turning Point: Acknowledging the Problem08:46 Understanding the Root Causes of Food Noise12:04 The Role of Neuroplasticity in Changing Habits15:08 The Three-Step Process to Overcome Emotional Eating18:01 Practical Strategies for Interrupting Cravings21:00 Building New Pathways: The Importance of Awareness27:58 Facing Big Emotions31:07 Rewiring Automatic Responses34:55 The Power of Awareness39:01 Teaching Kids About Food Relationships44:01 Empowerment Through Emotional Eating StrategiesKeywordsemotional eating, health coaching, neuroplasticity, women empowerment, diet culture, food habits, FBI tactics, cravings, wellness, holistic health, emotional eating, awareness, food relationships, parenting, self-regulation, neuroplasticity, mindfulness, mental health, coping strategies, emotional triggers

Your perinatal and postpartum health directy impacts your health 5, 10 and 15 years down the road!Summary:In this episode Tammy Potter, a pregnancy and postnatal specialist, shares her journey into coaching women through pregnancy and postpartum. Tammy emphasizes the importance of personalized coaching, the benefits of exercise during pregnancy, and the need for accurate information to combat misinformation. She discusses the connection between physical health and mental well-being, particularly in relation to postpartum anxiety and depression. The conversation also highlights the significance of community and connection during pregnancy, as well as the diverse topics covered in Tammy's podcast, 'The Pregnancy Process.'Listen to the Pregnancy Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/07A3WZh6fVQqyUXyAWR0Ks?si=2592506544a94974&nd=1Connect with Tammy: https://linktr.ee/thepregnancyprocessInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/thepregnancyprocess/Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Tammy Potter and Her Journey06:14 The Importance of Specialized Coaching in Pregnancy11:10 Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy19:47 Addressing Misinformation and Finding the Right Guidance23:27 The Connection Between Exercise and Postpartum Mental Health29:06 The Pregnancy Process Podcast and Its Focus39:43 Building Community and Connection During PregnancyKeywords:pregnancy, postpartum, exercise, mental health, coaching, women's health, community, anxiety, postpartum depression, fitness

PMDD does not have to take over your life! Herbalist Ashley Rocha talks through NATURAL treatments for PMDD as well as other hormone imbalance issues like infertility and perimenopause.

Summary

In this conversation, Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell, shares her personal journey with hormonal health, detailing her struggles with PMS and PMDD. She emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal health and the need for accessible solutions for women. The discussion covers various topics including the significance of gut health, herbal remedies, and the role of supplements in managing hormonal imbalances. Ashley also highlights the importance of tracking menstrual cycles for better health management and offers insights into her product line designed to support women's health.

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Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ladywell and Ashley Rocha

01:07 Ashley’s Personal Journey with Hormonal Health

04:46 Understanding PMS, PMDD, and PME

10:18 The Importance of Gut Health in Hormonal Balance

11:23 The Birth of Ladywell and Its Mission

12:30 Herbal Remedies for PMS and PMDD

16:54 Comprehensive Supplements for Women’s Health

21:20 The Role of Magnesium and Amino Acids

25:09 Tracking Your Cycle for Better Health

29:41 Conclusion and Promo Code for Ladywell

Keywords: perimenopause, fertility, hormonal health, women's health, PMDD, PMS, herbal remedies, supplements, gut health, cycle tracking, Ladywell, Ashley Rocha

How good can it get? Have you asked yourself that question? What are you settling for instead?

In this conversation, Terry Tateossian shares her transformative journey from a high-pressure career in tech to becoming a health and wellness coach. She discusses the challenges she faced with her health, including weight gain and burnout, and how she found a holistic approach to reclaim her health. Terry emphasizes the importance of proactive health management, understanding nutrition, and the power of mindset in achieving personal transformation. She also highlights the significance of body positivity and acceptance, especially in the context of societal pressures on women. The conversation concludes with practical strategies for listeners looking to make positive changes in their lives.

Connect with Terry:

https://www.thehouseofrose.com

https://www.instagram.com/how.good.can.it.get/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-good-can-it-get/id1735452538

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Terry's Journey

02:46 Transition from Tech to Health Coaching

05:57 The Importance of Proactive Health

09:09 Finding Answers in Holistic Health

11:58 Understanding Nutrition and Weight Loss

14:50 Empowering the Next Generation

18:02 Reclaiming One's True Self

20:58 Living in Alignment with Purpose

23:50 Navigating Menopause and Reverse Aging

26:55 The Power of Weightlifting

29:47 Body Positivity and Acceptance

33:01 Coaching and Community Support

35:50 Key Strategies for Transformation

Keywords: health, wellness, coaching, nutrition, menopause, body positivity, weight loss, holistic health, self-care, empowerment

Did your doctor rule out medical issues before starting you on an antidepressant?

Dr. Laura Ellick discusses her journey as a psychologist and the evolving landscape of mental health care, particularly in the wake of COVID-19. She highlights the importance of telepsychology, the rise of post-COVID anxiety, and the challenges women face in healthcare, especially regarding autoimmune disorders and hormonal changes.

Dr. Ellick emphasizes the need for self-advocacy, understanding toxic relationships, and setting boundaries in both personal and professional life. The conversation also touches on coping strategies for women navigating perimenopause and the significance of mental health awareness

Connect with Dr. Laura Ellick:www.lauraellick.com

Slightly Sane Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slightly-sane/id1706928062?i=1000628614442Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Laura Ellick

05:57 Post-COVID Mental Health Trends

12:02 Challenges in Healthcare for Women

17:47 The Importance of Self-Advocacy

23:50 Coping Strategies for Women

Keywords:

psychology, telehealth, mental health, eating disorders, toxic relationships, autoimmune disorders, women's health, perimenopause, self-advocacy, boundaries

Is low libido fixable? What really works?In this conversation, Lori Aikman and Tracy Rickstrew discuss the journey of women navigating health challenges, particularly focusing on hormonal balance and vitality. Tracy shares her personal health journey that led her to help other women regain their health through functional medicine. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background08:00 The Balanced Hormone Solution Program14:58 Understanding Hormonal Balance22:08 The Importance of Libido and Self-Image32:42 Embracing the Journey to Health38:14 Exploring Libido and Sexual Health44:42 The More the Merrier: Building Sexual Intimacy52:10 Overcoming Survival Mode for a Fulfilling Sex Lifekeywordshealth, functional medicine, women's health, hormone balance, vitality, libido, self-image, wellness, motherhood, empowerment, health, hormonal health, libido, intimacy, wellness, self-care, sexual health, books, women’s health, empowerment

Summary

Jana Skaudis, a biblical holistic health and life coach, shares her journey into holistic living and how she integrates spiritual principles into her coaching practice. We discuss:

• Differences between coaching and therapy
• Importance of stewardship in health
• Challenges of navigating body positivity in today's society
• Importance of informed consent in choosing non-toxic products and the overwhelming nature of detoxing
• Impact of fragrances and chemicals on health
• Generational effects of toxicity
• Significance of finding support in non-toxic living

Connect with Jana:https://www.janaskaudis.com/

https://www.instagram.com/janaskaudisChapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Living and Coaching

03:10 The Spiritual Aspect of Health Coaching

06:01 Coaching vs. Therapy: Understanding the Differences

08:54 Identifying Client Needs in Health Coaching

12:06 The Importance of Stewardship in Health

14:50 Navigating Body Positivity and Health

18:01 Critical Thinking in Health Recommendations

18:15 Navigating the World of Toxins

19:53 Understanding Detox and Non-Toxic Living

22:17 The Impact of Fragrance and Chemicals

24:54 Generational Toxicity and Health

27:58 Finding Support in Non-Toxic Living

30:45 The Role of Faith in Healing

Keywords

holistic health, life coaching, spiritual health, coaching vs therapy, health stewardship, body positivity, health recommendations, wellness, personal growth, self-care, detox, non-toxic living, informed consent, fragrance, health, chemicals, endocrine disruptors, generational toxicity, coaching, support groups

Are you considering hormone replacement therapy (HRT)? Watch this first!Dr. Jennifer Cardinal shares her journey from being a chiropractor to embracing functional medicine, focusing on women's hormonal health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding root causes of hormonal imbalances, the role of bioidentical hormone therapy, and the significance of hormone testing. Dr. Cardinal emphasizes the need for empathy in healthcare and the empowerment of women to take control of their health decisions.Connect with Dr. Jen:website: www.hopehealthwellness.com Facebook @ Dr. Jennifer Cardinal Blog: hopehealthwellnesscom.wordpress.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jennifer Cardinal01:59 Journey to Functional Medicine03:46 Overcoming Chronic Migraines06:58 Focus on Women's Health09:42 Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy12:09 The Hormone Revolution14:10 Root Causes of Hormonal Imbalance18:34 The Importance of Hormone Testing22:04 Understanding Hormone Testing and Metabolism24:30 Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)27:08 Preferred Forms of Bioidentical Hormones30:32 Addressing Concerns About Hormone Therapy33:24 The Importance of Patient-Provider Communication37:21 Challenges in Conventional MedicineKeywordsfunctional medicine, hormone therapy, women's health, menopause, migraines, bioidentical hormones, health coaching, hormone testing, adrenal fatigue, gut health

Learn about the natural remedy for Long COVID microclots that has been designed using the latest scientific data.

Our guest expert today is Dr. Keith Ellis, a Scientist and Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry that is using his knowledge & expertise in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and natural products to research the biological mechanisms that cause Long COVID and create custom-formulated, over-the-counter solutions that are safe, inexpensive, accessible for everyone.

Long Covid Research, Social Media Links, and LinkedIn Profile can be found at https://keithcellisphd.com/

Order CircuGuard at https://circuguard.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Long COVID Research

03:32 The Shift to Long COVID: A New Focus

06:18 Exploring Microclots: A Causative Mechanism

09:04 Challenges in Accessing Effective Treatments

11:44 Developing a Natural Alternative: CircuGuard

17:22 Understanding the Mechanisms of Long COVID

23:15 Future Directions: Expanding Research and Products

Keywords

Long COVID, microclots, medicinal chemistry, natural products, health solutions, drug development, CircuGuard, fatigue, brain fog, immune system