UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk with Dr. Jenna Blasi

Have you ever struggled with finding motivation to make things happen? Today on UPLEVEL, Dr. Jenna is diving deep into why willpower isn’t enough and how you can build habits that actually stick. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about the battle that occurs between fatigue and motivation, why willpower often fails, how you can keep habits alive, and so much more! We delve into how you can make your habits stick before discussing the importance of being gentle with yourself and keeping your self-esteem strong. Dr. Jenna even stresses how consistency helps you rewire your brain, talks us through the habit loop, and explains how to create new loops. Finally, Dr. Jenna inspires listeners to make changes to their habits so they can start 2026 off the right way. Thanks for listening! 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Today’s topic of discussion: willpower and why it isn’t enough. 
• The tug of war between motivation and fatigue. 
• Dr. Jenna explains a few reasons why willpower fails.
• Keeping habits alive and the power of identity-based behavior.
• A couple of things you can do to make habits stick. 
• The importance of being gentle with yourself. 
• Dr. Jenna explains the habit loop and its three parts. 

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The Power of Habit

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Are you feeling drained, no matter how much you rest? In this special Menopause Awareness Month episode of UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk, Dr. Jenna explores the real reasons behind midlife fatigue and why it’s not just about stress, sleep, or willpower. She explains how shifts in estrogen, progesterone, and thyroid function can affect everything from sleep to metabolism and mood, leaving many women running on empty. Dr. Jenna focuses on both the “why” behind this drop in energy and the practical steps you can take to get your spark back sustainably, without pushing through or running on fumes. You’ll learn how to support your body through simple, sustainable habits such as getting morning light to reset your circadian rhythm, eating protein-rich breakfasts to stabilize blood sugar, and reducing caffeine to uncover your true energy levels. She also reminds listeners of the transformative power of rediscovering joy. Tune in for a grounded, compassionate look at how awareness, nourishment, and small daily shifts can reignite your vitality in midlife and beyond!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why Dr. Jenna is focusing on midlife fatigue for Menopause Awareness Month.
• What makes midlife tiredness different from ordinary stress or poor sleep.
• How falling estrogen levels reduce mitochondrial energy production.
• Progesterone decline and how it can disrupt deep, restorative sleep.
• Thyroid changes and cortisol dominance: how they drain energy and focus.
• Why chronic fatigue in midlife is not “just getting older.”
• How inflammation after menopause affects your energy.
• The overlooked “joy factor” and how emotional depletion affects energy.
• Rediscovering purpose, laughter, and pleasure as daily energy sources.
• Habits that reset your rhythm: morning light, consistent sleep, steady meals.
• Why protein-rich breakfasts and balanced blood sugar fuel all-day energy.
• How mindful movement and recovery rebuild strength without burnout.
• Tips for reducing caffeine to help reveal your body’s true energy baseline.
• Awareness as empowerment: understanding your body to restore vitality.
• Dr. Jenna’s reminder that small, consistent shifts create lasting transformation.

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Understanding Inflammation and How to Take Control

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In this episode of UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk, Dr. Jenna Blasi dives deep into the connection between inflammation and hormones, and what you can do to take back control. She breaks down the difference between acute (healthy) and chronic (harmful) inflammation and explains how symptoms like bloating, aches, fatigue, and brain fog are often early signals that your body’s balance is off. Dr. Jenna delves into how shifting hormones influence inflammation and why stress, poor sleep, and processed foods can amplify the cycle. You’ll also learn practical, evidence-based ways to reduce inflammation naturally, from improving sleep quality and balancing blood sugar to moving your body and supporting your hormones through lifestyle and, when appropriate, menopausal hormone therapy. Dr. Jenna also reminds listeners that real health is not about perfection but about small, consistent choices that create big results over time. Tune in for an empowering, science-backed look at how to calm inflammation, restore balance, and support your body at every stage of life.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introduction to inflammation and its connection to hormones, especially during midlife.
• Find out the difference between acute inflammation and chronic inflammation.
• The symptoms that act as early warning signs, and why inflammation is often overlooked.
• Dr. Jenna’s story of discovering the power of lifestyle to influence wellness.
• Discover how research shows that most chronic diseases are largely preventable.
• Learn how estrogen, cortisol, and insulin can cause a rise in inflammation markers. 
• Why quality sleep is essential for immune regulation and lowering inflammatory markers.
• Discover simple, actionable strategies to help reduce inflammation naturally.
• Why balance matters more than perfection, and why your overall lifestyle is more important.
• Explore the value of movement and stress management in reducing inflammation. 
• When menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) can help, and the need for educated providers.
• How small, consistent lifestyle choices compound into lasting change.

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Episode: Top 7 Testosterone Myths BUSTED

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Looking in the mirror and wondering where your glow went? You're not imagining it, but it’s not gone! Today, Dr. Jenna explores the biological shift in midlife skin health. She breaks down the real reasons behind the changes you're noticing in your 40s and 50s, going beyond surface-level fixes. Tune in to uncover the essential skin science of midlife: we'll break down why estrogen is critical, the fascinating role of collagen and what aging does to it, and how perimenopause fundamentally alters your skin's appearance. Plus, Dr. Jenna explores other factors for maintaining healthy skin, debunks two common skincare myths, and shares the current research findings on topical estrogen for the face. Your body is shifting — give it the right support, and your skin can reflect vibrant health and vitality once again.

Key Points From This Episode:

• What listeners can expect from today’s episode of UPLEVEL.
• Why estrogen matters for skin health.
• What happens to our collagen as we age.
• Perimenopause and what that means for our hormone levels and skin.
• Dr. Jenna reflects on a significant moment about realizing the truth about inner beauty. 
• She explores various factors and requirements for maintaining healthy skin. 
• The Myths: Expensive creams reverse aging, and once collagen is gone, it can’t be rebuilt.
• Topical estrogen for the face: the jury’s still out.
• Dr. Jenna reiterates how skin health fundamentally begins from the inside. 

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Lasting transformation isn’t necessarily about willpower or discipline, but about how you see yourself. In this episode of UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk, Dr. Jenna dives into the hidden power of self-image in driving meaningful change. She reveals why old labels and limiting beliefs keep us stuck, and how awareness, affirmations, and visualization can rewire the brain for success. You’ll hear how fear of change, imposter syndrome, and stories from the past can hold you back, and how to let them go. With practical steps to reframe identity and celebrate progress, Dr. Jenna shows how stepping into the identity you want to embody makes healthy choices second nature. Tune in and learn how to rewrite your inner script for a life that feels aligned, authentic, and sustainable!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Self-image: how it serves as a mental blueprint of who you believe you are.
• Why identity is stronger than motivation in shaping lasting habits.
• How the labels you use shape your health and reality.
• Old self-image as the hidden cause of plateaus and setbacks.
• Neuroplasticity: how repeated thoughts rewire the brain.
• How stress and self-talk directly impact hormones and results.
• Awareness as the first step towards change: notice identity statements you use.
• Reframing “I try” into “I am” to align with new habits.
• Visualization and mental rehearsal as tools to reprogram the brain.
• Celebrating small wins as evidence of your new identity.
• Common blocks: fear of change, imposter syndrome, old stories.
• Why you can rewrite your self-image at any age.
• How new habits become easier and more natural over time.
• Letting go of comparison and embracing your own worth.
• Final reflection: Find one old identity to release, and one new one to claim.

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Psycho-Cybernetics: A New Way to Get More Living Out of Life

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Do you ever find yourself turning to food for comfort or support? What if you could reframe your cravings, not as something to be overcome, but as an invitation to slow down and listen to your body? In this episode of UPLEVEL, Dr. Jenna explores the deeper reasons behind overeating, from stress, boredom, and unmet needs to shifting hormones and ingrained childhood patterns. She shares her own story of moving through restriction, bingeing, and the changes of menopause to show how both biology and mindset shape our habits. Along the way, she offers simple tools to help break free, like pausing before giving in to cravings, practicing delayed gratification, and trading self-criticism for compassion. Dr. Jenna also explains how environmental triggers and subconscious beliefs can drive self-sabotage, and why awareness is the key to change. Tune in for a compassionate, practical conversation on how to find balance with food and reclaim your power to choose joy and health!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why we overeat: stress, anxiety, boredom, and self-soothing with food.
• Food as a distraction from discomfort or procrastination from pursuing your goals.
• How childhood reward patterns can fuel emotional eating.
• Ways that restriction can trigger binge-restrict cycles.
• Blood sugar crashes and the physiology of cravings.
• Dr. Jenna’s story of teen restriction and overexercise.
• Finding balance: gut healing, moderation, and delayed gratification.
• Practical tools: rating your cravings, pausing, breathing, and moving.
• Hormones and menopause as powerful drivers of appetite and cravings.
• Sleep disruption and its effect on hunger and mood.
• Why awareness, not shame, is the first step to change.
• How perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking fuel rebellion.
• Recognizing the subconscious “self-saboteur” that keeps us in old patterns.
• Environmental triggers like hyperpalatable foods and eating in social settings.
• Identity conflicts and fear of success as hidden causes of sabotage.
• Choosing compassion and joy as a healthier path forward.

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We all hit plateaus in different areas of life at some point, and today on UPLEVEL, Dr. Jenna is acknowledging this very real struggle we all face and sharing some tips on how to overcome it. In this conversation, you’ll hear all about why plateaus happen, why plateaus are simply information for your body, the importance of going back to the basics when trying to break through a plateau, and more! We delve into the power of persistence before discussing how finding someone to hold you accountable will help you break a plateau. Finally, be reminded that plateaus are an opportunity to improve. How you show up now sets the tone for how you’re going to show up through the holidays, so let’s set you up for success! Be sure to tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• A breakdown of why different plateaus happen.
• Reframing the negativity around plateaus.
• Reassessing the basics to break through a plateau.
• The power of setting shorter-term goals.
• A reminder that persistence always pays off.
• How accountability helps you level up.
• Why this is the perfect time to address plateaus.

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Testosterone is rarely discussed or considered in women’s mid-life health, yet it is one of the most vital hormones for energy, brain clarity, sexual health, and vitality! In this episode of UPLEVEL, Dr. Jenna is reclaiming testosterone as part of the women’s health conversation and busting some myths about it. Tuning in, you’ll hear how a decline in testosterone impacts women (especially in mid-life), how the lack of education and access to testosterone therapy for women impacts us, and so much more! Dr. Jenna goes on to bust seven myths about testosterone in women, including why it is not a male hormone and why testosterone therapy (in appropriate dosages) is beneficial for women who have decreased levels of the hormone. We even delve into how to test for low testosterone before discussing some potential side effects from the treatment and how you can avoid them. Finally, Dr. Jenna shares some practical tips for managing testosterone in mid-life and reminds us that we are our own best advocates for our health. Thanks for listening in!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why Dr. Jenna is talking about testosterone today. 
• What happens to women when testosterone declines.
• The danger of the lack of education around testosterone in women.  
• Busting the myth that testosterone is only a ‘male hormone’. 
• Why testosterone isn’t only about libido and what else it impacts.
• When testosterone declines in women, and why it is an issue. 
• How testosterone (in correct doses) restores balance in women. 
• Why your lab results are not an indication of your optimal health. 
• What studies say about the importance of testosterone in women. 
• Why testosterone therapy (in an appropriate dose) is safe for women. 
• The effects of low testosterone in women and what it does for them. 
• What labs are most accurate when measuring testosterone. 
• Possible side effects from testosterone therapy and how to avoid them. 
• Practical takeaways from today’s testosterone discussion. 

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Stop settling for “good enough.” It’s time to create the health, abundance, and joy you deserve! In this episode, Dr. Jenna explores what it really means to live in alignment with your values, health goals, and dreams. She challenges the idea of one-size-fits-all wellness advice and highlights the importance of individualized care over blanket solutions. Dr. Jenna also dives into mindset, money, and purpose, from shifting out of scarcity thinking to taking intentional action that supports abundance and peace of mind. She shares personal stories of sacrifice, investing in growth, and trusting your intuition, all while encouraging you to start creating the life you truly want. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that invites you to get clear on what matters most and take the next step toward your healthiest, most fulfilled self!

Key Points From This Episode:

• The myth of one-size-fits-all health advice.
• Why simple, sustainable plans work better than complex ones.
• Gluten, dairy, keto: why blanket solutions don’t fit everyone.
• Knowing when “good enough” health isn’t enough.
• Recognizing desires for more health, love, and joy as guidance from your higher self.
• Why success without peace of mind isn’t true success.
• The toll of financial stress on physical, mental, and emotional health.
• How money creates freedom and choice, not happiness.
• Why attraction requires belief, intention, and aligned action.
• How living out of alignment fuels anxiety and depression.
• Choosing thoughts intentionally to create a better awareness.
• Challenging biases: seed oils, soy, and the importance of full-context research.
• Shifting from scarcity to abundance and investing in yourself.
• Living authentically to serve others at a higher level.

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What if thriving this fall starts with reflecting on summer's lessons? In this episode, Dr. Jenna guides you through a mid-season checkpoint to help carry your best summer habits forward. She shares tips for powerful mindset shifts around letting go, reframing sacrifice, and creating space for growth so you can end the year strong without burning out. She also provides insights into the value of journaling, the truth behind quitting, seasonal energy shifts, and how to open the door to deeper alignment. Explore why true wellness is not about bursts of motivation, but about persistence, intentional choices, and keeping what helps you feel your best. Join the conversation to discover how small, intentional choices can cultivate momentum for the months ahead and create lasting change. Tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• A quick recap on hormones and stress, and the focus of today’s episode.
• Hear why August is the “in-between” season and is perfect for a checkpoint.
• Unpack the mindset of letting go and how to reframe sacrifice as growth.
• Learn why the words we use to describe ourselves are so influential.
• Find out why growth is rarely comfortable but necessary for alignment.
• The illusion of motivation and why embracing the ebb and flow of life is crucial.
• Explore the important questions to ask yourself to keep moving forward.
• Discover how to identify what to keep, what to release, and what to refine.
• Why letting go does not equate to quitting, but instead fosters deeper alignment.
• How seasonal shifts in energy, motivation, and health can guide your next steps.
• Tips for the “in-between,” realigning, and carrying the best of summer forward.

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