So Frickin' Healthy

By Danna & Megan

Two health coaches. One mission. Zero B.S.

Welcome to So Frickin’ Healthy—the podcast where women's health gets real. We’re Megan & Danna—functional health nerds, unapologetic truth-tellers, and p... more

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March 18, 2026 Fading Focus: An Inside Look at Health Coaching - Session 2 Joanna
Session 2: When Your Brain Needs More Than Willpower
Two weeks in, and something has already shifted. No more afternoon slumps. That simple switch—breaking her fast with protein—is working.
But today, Joanna arrives with a bigger question. Her workload is increasing by twenty percent, and the focus she used to have has faded somewhere between the twins, turning forty, and the relentless pace of life. Is it ADHD? Perimenopause? Or just a brain that isn't getting the fuel it needs?
The answer might be simpler than she thinks: our brains are nearly seventy percent fat. When we avoid fat, they suffer.
The new plan? More healthy fats, fewer glucose spikes, and a dinner strategy that finally makes sense—stop trying to eat what the kids eat. Build your own plate. One new recipe a week.
Small moves. Big shifts.
This is session two of Joanna's health journey.
If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.
Access to coaching sessions playlist

If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.
Access to the "behind the scenes" playlist
Get in touch!
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K, love you, byeeeee
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Your body's been dropping hints. Time to listen!
Check out the Urban Cleanse and give yourself the refresh you deserve.
Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
Check out Becoming a Health Coach
Want more?
If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.
BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist
Listen to the Whole Coaching Series
Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist
...more
44min
March 11, 2026 Wearables: Data Junkie vs. Expensive Jewellery - So Frickin' Mini
Got 10 Minutes?
Danna was lying in bed trying to fall asleep—but her brain had other plans. It was busy counting how many wearables Megan has talked about and which one does what. So she turned it into an episode.
Here's the deal: before you buy anything, ask yourself one question—what do I actually want to track? Sleep? Steps? Hormones? Because you don't need to wear a ring all day if all you care about is sleep, and you definitely don't need a golf swing analyzer.
Megan wears both an Apple Watch and an Oura Ring. The watch handles activity tracking and—surprisingly—her ADHD. The timer function keeps her from spiraling into rabbit holes. But the ring? That one's personal. After a hysterectomy at 39, she lost all visibility on her menstrual cycle. The Oura Ring tracks skin temperature, which shifts with hormonal fluctuations—so now she can see exactly where she is in her cycle and will know when she's moved through menopause, even without a period to tell her.
They also touch on CGMs—continuous glucose monitors—which both of them have tested. Megan just wrapped up a Swiss glucose study where she wore two rings, two watches, and a CGM for a month. Basically a cyborg.
Oh, and if you're wearing a wearable but never looking at the data? That's just Dumbo's feather. An expensive one.
That's your 10 minutes.
Get in touch!
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So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
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Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
...more
12min
March 04, 2026Designing for Neurospicy Brain: Sensory-Smart Spaces ft. Jessica Blanco
Is your home secretly draining your energy without you even realizing it? In this follow-up episode with interior designer Jessica Blanco, we dive deep into how to design spaces that actually work for neurodivergent brains and those with sensory sensitivities.
Jessica explains that while everyone has sensory sensitivities, a neurotypical brain filters them automatically. A neurodiverse brain? Not so much. It wants to examine all the sensory input it's getting—which is why that flickering LED light or scratchy pillowcase might be quietly driving you crazy.
What You'll Learn:
The difference between neurodiversity and sensory sensitivity—and why labels aren't always necessary
Why your LED lights might be secretly irritating you (spoiler: they flicker, and your brain knows it)
How to become your own "sensory detective" and tune into what your body is telling you
Affordable DIY acoustic solutions using thrift store finds
Why biophilic design (bringing nature indoors) calms the nervous system
The surprising impact of fabric quality on sleep and wellbeing
How to balance designing shared spaces when household members have different sensory needs
Why "masking" in uncomfortable spaces costs us more energy than we realize

Real Talk Moments: Megan gets vulnerable about her bra-adjusting sensory overload (yes, really), Danna discovers her Zoom light has been giving her migraines, and Jessica confesses she cannot handle mismatched pajamas on her kids.
Jessica's Parting Wisdom: Become your own sensory detective. We've spent years learning to mask and function in spaces that don't serve us—now it's time to actually listen to what your body is telling you. Start noticing and writing down how you feel in different spaces. Don't let budget be the first consideration; let how you're feeling be the starting point.
Connect with Jessica Blanco: www.jessicadesigns.ch
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
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Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community
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K, love you, byeeeee
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Book your free discovery call!
Think of it as a coffee date, minus the awkward small talk. Book your free discovery call at organilicious.ch!
Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
...more
45min
February 25, 2026 Exercise is Bullsh*t - So Frickin' Mini
Got 10 Minutes?
Megan found a clickbait article and couldn't resist: "Exercise Won't Help You Lose Much Fat, But Changing This Will." Annoying? Yes. But also... kind of true?
Here's the thing: pound for pound, a Tanzanian hunter-gatherer who moves all day burns the same calories as an American office worker who barely moves at all. Your body adapts. Your basal metabolic rate—the energy you need just to exist—is the real calorie burner, not your workout. You literally cannot exercise your way out of a bad diet.
So what's the answer buried at the bottom of the article? Cut ultra-processed foods. They're engineered to make you eat more and bypass your body's "I'm full" signals. Swap them for real food—fiber, protein, actual carbs—and you'll naturally eat less without trying.
But before you ditch the gym: exercise still matters. Not for weight loss, but for bone density, muscle mass, and not falling apart after forty. Move your body. Just don't expect it to undo the chips.
That's your 10 minutes.
Read the Article
https://bit.ly/4aC2BcL
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
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K, love you, byeeeee
Mentioned in this episode:
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
...more
13min
February 18, 2026 Stop Chasing Perfection: An Inside Look at Health Coaching - Session 1 Joanna
Session 1: Where Do I Even Start?
Joanna has done the research. She's read the articles, compared the studies, questioned who funded what. She's a scientist by training—she wants the data.
But here's the thing about health: the data that matters most is yours.
In this first session, Danna and Joanna sit down to map out the terrain. Sleep? Actually pretty solid (thanks, progesterone and a strict bedtime routine). Diet? A mix of good intentions and survival mode—lentils for the kids, delivery when no one feels like cooking, and chocolate stashed in every drawer.
The plan isn't dramatic. It's doable: protein at lunch, bulletproof coffee in the morning, eggs before the big meal.
The real shift? Permission to stop chasing perfection and start paying attention.
This is session one of Joanna's health journey. New sessions drop once a month.
If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.
Access to coaching sessions playlist

If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.
Access to the "behind the scenes" playlist
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
Leave us a Voicemail
Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community
Watch us on YouTube
Connect with us on Substack
K, love you, byeeeee
Mentioned in this episode:
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
Your body's been dropping hints...
Time to listen! Check out the Urban Cleanse and give yourself the refresh you deserve.
Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
Check out Becoming a Health Coach
Want more?
If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.
BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist
...more
41min
February 18, 2026 A Inside Look at Health Coaching - Special Series
We're doing something we've never done before on So Frickin' Healthy. We're opening the doors to real health coaching sessions and letting you listen in.
Over the next six episodes, you'll hear actual coaching conversations between Danna and a client we're calling Joanna. This isn't polished. This isn't edited to sound perfect. This is real coaching in action, with all the messy, honest, breakthrough moments that come with it.
Why are we sharing this?
Because so many of you ask us what health coaching actually looks like. How does it work? What happens in these sessions? What kind of changes can happen when you have someone helping you navigate your health challenges?
This series answers those questions.
What you'll gain from listening:
You'll see how coaching helps someone work through real health challenges. You'll learn tools and strategies you can apply to your own health journey. You'll understand what it's like to work with a health coach. And you might just recognize yourself in some of these conversations.
Meet Joanna
Joanna is a woman in her early 40s dealing with the kind of health struggles so many of you tell us about. She's generously agreed to share her coaching journey with you, and we're incredibly grateful for her vulnerability and openness.
This is a six-episode series. Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any part of Joanna's journey.
If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.
Access to coaching sessions playlist

If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.
Access to the "behind the scenes" playlist
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
Leave us a Voicemail
Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community
Watch us on YouTube
Connect with us on Substack
K, love you, byeeeee
Mentioned in this episode:
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
Check out Becoming a Health Coach
Want more?
If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.
BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist
...more
6min
February 11, 2026 Chia Seeds Those Tiny Little F*ckers - So Frickin' Mini
Got 10 Minutes?
Megan's been adding chia seeds to her water—along with psyllium husk and apple cider vinegar. Danna's intrigued. And just like that, we're off.
Here's what you need to know: two tablespoons of chia seeds deliver 35% of your daily fiber. They absorb up to ten times their weight in liquid, which makes them incredible for digestion—but also means you have to drink more water when you add them to your diet, or they'll pull hydration from your body.
Not into chia pudding? Use them as an egg replacement in baking. Soak them thick and they bind like flour—gluten-free and vegan. Danna's been doing it for years.
One more thing: don't buy them pre-ground. They go rancid fast. Grind them fresh, or just soak them whole.
And yes, we talked about poop. A lot.
That's your 10 minutes.
Read the Article
https://www.health.com/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-eat-chia-seeds-11883637
Get in touch!
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Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
...more
13min
February 04, 2026Interior Design for Mental Health: Building Your Sanctuary ft. Jessica Blanco
Ever feel like your living space is draining your energy instead of restoring it? In this episode, we sit down with interior designer Jessica Blanco to explore the powerful connection between our physical environments and mental wellbeing.
Jessica brings a unique perspective, having transitioned from 20 years in education to interior design, where she noticed that how we start our day in our spaces carries with us through everything else. Whether you're living in a small apartment or a large home, the way your space is organized (or not) directly impacts how you feel.
What You'll Learn:
Why "outer order equals inner calm" applies to everyone, not just those on the autism spectrum
How Scandinavian cultures design intentionally to support daily rhythms and wellbeing
Practical tips for balancing shared spaces when family members have different needs
The mental energy cost of clutter; even the stuff you've stopped "seeing"
Simple tricks to refresh your space (hint: flowers and charging stations go a long way)
Why involving kids in the design and organization process matters for the whole family
How adjustable lighting and seating can transform a room for multiple users

Real Talk Moments: Danna gets vulnerable about living in what she calls a "tornado" with her husband and two teenage boys, while Megan shares her experience navigating design decisions with her autistic partner. Jessica opens up about not having her own space in her home—and the creative solutions she's found.
Jessica's Parting Wisdom:
Get embodied—pay attention to how you feel in your space
Take inventory—what do you love versus what are you keeping out of weird emotional attachment?

Coming Up: Stay tuned for our next episode with Jessica where we'll dive deeper into sensory considerations and designing for neurodiversity.
Connect with Jessica Blanco: https://bit.ly/jessica_designs
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
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K, love you, byeeeee
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Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
...more
38min
January 01, 202634: Leaky Gut - What It Is and What to Do About It
Ever heard of leaky gut and wondered if it's real or just wellness hype? In this episode from 2022, Megan and Danna dive deep into intestinal permeability—what it actually is, why conventional medicine struggles to diagnose it, and what you can do about it.
Originally recorded as a live YouTube session in 2022.
You'll learn the "cheese cloth" analogy that makes leaky gut finally make sense, why your body might be attacking perfectly healthy carrots, and how everything from brain fog to joint pain could be connected to your gut health.
Whether you're dealing with IBS, autoimmune issues, or just want to understand your gut better, this conversation breaks down complex functional medicine concepts into actionable insights.
Key Topics:
The difference between conventional and functional medicine approaches
Why inflammation isn't always the enemy
Testing options (both available now and coming soon)
The five R program: Remove, Replace, Reinoculate, Repair, Rebalance
When probiotics can actually make things worse
FODMAPs and elimination diets done right

Get in touch!
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K, love you, byeeeee
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction - Why We're Excited About Leaky Gut
00:01:23 What is Leaky Gut? - The Cheese Cloth Analogy
00:06:03 Conventional vs. Functional Medicine - Why Your Doctor Might Dismiss It
00:10:41 Symptoms & Testing - How Leaky Gut Shows Up in Your Body
00:15:07 Root Causes & Triggers - What Contributes to Leaky Gut
00:21:51 What You Can Do About It - Treatment and Healing Strategies
00:26:07 Elimination Diets & FODMAPs - Strategic Food Approaches
00:28:30 Final Thoughts - Everything is Connected
Mentioned in this episode:
Ready to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama?
The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about!
Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach
Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday
That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET.
Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener!
Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.
So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network
Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
...more
33min
December 01, 2025 33: Hack Your Health: Unveiling the Secrets of Your Gut
Cozy up and join us for a candid conversation as we get comfortable in our pajamas and break down the delightful documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut."
What You'll Take Away:
- Explore how gut health challenges both modern medicine and traditional beliefs.
- Join in on our discussion about bacterial balance and its health influences.
- See how documentaries can make learning about health issues entertaining and relatable.
Our Episode Breakdown:
- A Pajama Party Introduction: We talk about our fun and comfy setup for watching the documentary.
- The Gut as a Forest: Discover how Giulia Enders’ analogy sparked our own reflections on health.
- Fecal Transplants Unpacked: Get the scoop on the weird and wonderful world of poop transfers.
- Is This for You?: Find out why "Hack Your Health" could be your next Netflix documentary obsession.
Get in touch!
Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website
Leave us a Voicemail
Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community
Watch us on YouTube
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K, love you, byeeeee
Mentioned in this episode:
Book your free discovery call!
Think of it as a coffee date, minus the awkward small talk. Book your free discovery call at organilicious.ch!
Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach
...more
42min

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