Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Brigid Titgemeier is a functional nutrition dietitian, graduate school instructor, and functional medicine patient. Her passion for helping others use food as medicine comes from her 15 years of experience battling her own personal health issues. When she realized that traditional medicine only cared about treating illness and disease instead of preventing it, she learned to heal herself through an integrative approach to food. Today, she’s on a mission to help others transform their lives and their health through a personalized approach to nutrition, and she’s an incredible advocate for finding a healthy lifestyle that works for you.You will learn about... How traditional medicine prioritizes reactive over proactive measures Creating health instead of fear Intermittent fasting and metabolic flexibility Restricting and reincorporating foods into your diet The most common underlying issues that lead to leaky gut Creating your own individualized diets The biggest deficiencies most people face Resources: beingbrigid.com Instagram: @beingbrigid Twitter: @beingbrigid Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Jessie De Lowe is manifestation coach, an art therapist, a certified yoga instructor, and the co-founder of the wellness platform How You Glow. He gets into manifestation on today’s podcast, and the way he talks about it is surprising. It’s not about materialism or aspirational goals in life. It’s about getting out of your own way, living in the present moment, and harnessing joy—perfectly timely for 2020 but applicable at any time.You will learn about... How Jessie got started in her business Taking the power back in your life The energy of excitement Getting support through your relationship and home life How to create the life you want one day at a time Finding the gifty in every experience The tools to shift your life Cultivating presence daily Resources: jessiedelowe.com @jessiedelowe howyouglow.com Listen: Madly Forever Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Stephanie Canale specializes in family medicine at UCLA and is the CEO and founder of Lactation Lab, which was founded with the mission to bring scientific advancement to the field of breast milk research and, for the first time ever, offers a comprehensive, personalized analysis of the mother’s breast milk. I’m halfway through my third trimester, so breastfeeding has been on my mind. Dr. Canale and Lactation Lab were so important to me during my first pregnancy. They helped me to identify what my breast milk was made up of and whether my baby was getting all the nutrients he needed for brain development. It gives you all the knowledge you need to take charge of your nutrition throughout postpartum and to make sure you’re preventing deficiencies. Knowledge is power, and this interview is sure to give you an abundance of both.You will learn about... Unpacking the myths around breast milk The top 5 nutrients for breastfeeding How information about your milk helps you make informed decisions Unpacking DHA Resources: lactationlab.com Instagram: @lactationlab Buy the kits: fsastore.com Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Stevie and Sazan Hendrix are the cutest couple! Right out of college, Sazan ran a blog for fun and started putting all of her energy into it without even knowing you could make money off of a blog. When she realized all the success others were having with their blog, she knew that she could make a living off of it too. They started reaching out to small businesses and created partnerships that quickly made more than they were making at their day jobs. They share how you really can have it all by prioritizing your success and your family, and the importance of knowing what your true goal is!You will learn about... How Stevie and Sazan started their business and blog How they invested in their business and brand Having financial success and happiness How to prioritize your family The importance of a wellness-based routine Looking forward to baby #2 Resources: sazan.me instagram.com/sazan instagram.com/stevie_hendrix instagram.com/thehendrixes Listen: The Good Life Podcast Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

I love Dr. Gabrielle Lyon because she has a unique practice that focuses on muscle-centric medicine. She fights protein food shaming with research-backed science on how protein intake supports fat loss and prevents sarcopenia, and she explains how muscles and proteins play a role in decreasing inflammation and how protein deficiency can manifest in disease.Dr. Lyon received her doctorate in osteopathic medicine from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board certified in family medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree in human nutrition from the University of Illinois, where she studied vitamin and mineral metabolism, chronic disease prevention and management, and the physiological effects of diet composition.You will learn about... What protein is and why we need it The benefits of muscle mass How to optimize muscle tissue Muscle as a disposal place for glucose A day in the life of Dr. Lyon Signs of protein deficiency Optimal times for workout or protein intake Resources: drgabriellelyon.com @drgabriellelyon piedmontese.com - Use code GLYON for 25% off Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist who has spent the last 30 years researching the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change with directed input, or neuroplasticity. Throughout her years of clinical practice, she’s helped hundreds of thousands of people learn how to use their mind to detox and grow their brain to succeed in every area of their life, including school, university, and the workplace. Now more than ever, we could all use some help supporting our mental health, and Dr. Leaf is the perfect person to help us with that.You will learn about... (02:40) Understanding the five steps for reducing depression and anxiety (12:28) What happens in the brain when you experience trauma and how to manage it (30:38) Being proactive and strategic with what you allow into your life (44:15) The amount of time it takes to form a new habit (56:49) How to use the five steps during your day Resources: drleaf.com Instagram: @drcarolineleaf Switch App: drleaf.com/collections/online-programs/products/switch-app-pre-order Read: drleaf.com/collections/books Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Melissa Christenson is a cosmetic chemist with degrees in both chemistry and marketing, plus over two decades of experience in product development and brand management. She partners with both emerging and established brands to lead the research and development of clean and effective health, beauty, and lifestyle innovations. Leveraging the duality of her experience, she bridges the gap between R&D and marketing by crafting clean and sustainable formulations and translating technical language into consumer-friendly and value-driven benefits. She’s also the founding partner in the new natural deodorant brand, Hume Supernatural. She has all the knowledge you need to know about how to take care of yourself using clean, healthy products.You will learn about... (02:27) How Melissa got started in clean beauty (08:51) How harsh ingredients are being replaced with plant-based products (17:04) The processed ingredients that we do need for performance and feel (27:42) Inside the regulation process for clean ingredients (36:03) The potential risks of holistic, food-grade ingredients (41:26) How Hume natural deodorant was developed (53:47) Developing fragrances with synthetic and natural ingredients Resources: humesupernatural.com Instagram: @humesupernatural Facebook: www.facebook.com/humesupernatural Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

I am fascinated by how food and our diet affects our mood. Dr. Uma Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based nutritional psychiatry service in the United States. She’s the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at MGH Academy. While serving on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, she was considered Harvard’s food-mood expert and has been featured in The Wallstreet Journal—in other words, she’s curious about which foods impact our moods and how. In her new book, “This Is Your Brain On Food,” she explores the fascinating science behind the food-mood link and offers actionable nutrition recommendations and recipes to optimize your mental health.You will learn about... (02:29) Getting interested in pairing psychiatry and nutrition (09:16) The link between physical and mental symptoms (16:08) The role of flavor in satisfaction and mood (23:00) How gut health influences mood and mental state (28:50) The science behind chocolate and controversial foods (34:16) How carbohydrates affect your mood Resources: Learn more: umanaidoomd.com Read: “This Is Your Brain On Food” Instagram: @drumanaidoo Facebook: facebook.com/NBGLifestyle Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Lily Nichols is a registered dietician and nutritionist and certified diabetes educator. She’s devoted her entire career to researching real food nutrition for pregnancy and gestational diabetes—and she’s uncovered a wide gap between current prenatal guidelines and what’s actually optimal for both mother and baby. She found out that, in mothers with uncontrolled blood sugar, the child is up to six times more likely to be diabetic or obese by the time they’re a teenager, and she realized that she could help break the cycle of childhood obesity. Her goal is to put better, more up-to-date information into the hands of moms and healthcare providers—because we can do a lot better than we are now!You will learn about... (00:55) The risk of childhood obesity based on the mother’s diet (05:32) Recommendations for carbohydrates and balancing blood pressure (11:58) What babies really need from their mother’s diet (17:58) Dealing with food aversion or cravings in the first trimester (33:30) Eating dairy during pregnancy (40:06) Hero foods for pregnant women (58:12) Why prenatal medicine contains folic acid (01:05:44) Important micronutrients and how to get them in your diet (01:16:02) Dealing with fear-mongering while pregnant Resources: lilynicholsrdn.com Read: “Real Food for Pregnancy” Read: “Real Food for Gestational Diabetes” Instagram: @lilynicholsrdn Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Nick Green is a man with a big brain and an even bigger heart. He’s the CEO and founder of Thrive Market, and he’s donated his entire salary to COVID-19 relief! He’s working so hard to ensure that everyone across the country has access to clean, healthy, and affordable food, and we should all be thankful for that. Thrive Market is a value-driven company, and it shows in everything they do—from how they source their products, to being able to shop by the values that matter most to you. Eating healthy is difficult, but it doesn’t have to be, and Nick is doing his part to make it easier.You will learn about... (02:58) Bringing healthy foods to the masses (08:00) Getting Thrive Market off the ground without funding (14:40) How they chose the products to bring into Thrive Market (21:16) The values that drive Thrive Market (28:32) Sourcing quality products (38:28) Breaking down barriers to eating healthy (43:59) What’s next for Thrive Market Resources: Visit thrivemarket.com/bewell and get $20 in shopping credit when you join today! LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicholasgreen Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.