Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Kelly Leveque
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Mar 15, 2024 • 58min

290. Visualize, Activate & Embody Your Dream Future Self with Mimi Bouchard #FabulousFriends

I’m thrilled to welcome back Mimi Bouchard to catch up on her life, which has undergone radical transformation in the last several years. Mimi is an entrepreneurial trailblazer and influential thought leader in the self-improvement and wellness space. She founded the top-rated Superhuman app, which has motivational audio activations for every moment of your day. In today’s episode, we trace back the critical points of her incredible journey, one which inspired her to start the Superhuman activations app. She explains how activations are different from meditation, revealing how embodying the self-image of your future self is essential to creating your ultimate life.We also explore how to get clear on your goals, why you need to know about the bounce back rate, and the most important qualities of successful people. Mimi gets real about the nitty gritty of starting her business and gives advice for entrepreneurs seeking to create a sustainable brand, revealing how she’s visualized and achieved her dream life – and how you can do the same. We also cover:(00:01:45) Mimi’s Holistic Life Transformation(00:06:14) How To Embody Your Dream Future Self(00:14:31) Recommendations on How To Achieve Clarity(00:20:00) Mimi’s Advice for Parents of Teens(00:24:26) Activations To Become Your Future Self(00:29:19) Choosing the Right Activation for You(00:30:24) Activations That Changed Mimi’s Life(00:34:42) The #1 Quality of Successful People(00:39:45) How Mimi Built Her BusinessResources:• Click here for full show notes• Website: mimibouchard.com• Superhuman: superhuman.app/superhuman-app (2-week free trial)• Podcast: The MIMI Podcast • Instagram, Mimi Bouchard: @mimibouchard• Instagram, Superhuman: @superhumanapp• TikTok: @mimi.bouchardConnect with Kelly:• kellyleveque.com• Instagram: @bewellbykelly• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BEWELL at oneskin.co.Cozy Earth | Get 35% off site wide when you use the code BEWELL at CozyEarth.com.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 17min

289. Calm Your Nervous System & Embrace Food Freedom with Ali Miller #FabulousFriends

I’m excited for you to listen to today’s episode with Ali Miller, a registered dietitian and author of the international bestseller The Anti-Anxiety Diet and The Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook. Ali’s “food is medicine” philosophy is supported by the latest research for a functional, integrative approach to healing the body.We talk about how stress can mess with the body – from your hormones, to your mood, to your reproductive health. Ali shares tangible tools to help our bodies process cortisol and transmute stress. We also talk about the HPA Axis, and why it’s so crucial to regulating the body. We explore foods to decrease inflammation, restoring micronutrient deficiencies, and rebalancing neurotransmitters. Plus, Ali shares her personal practices for living a balanced life. We close with a discussion on how to educate and empower our kids to embrace food as medicine. This episode is filled with so many gold nuggets that I’m going to implement in my own life. I love how Ali encourages everyone to ditch diet doctrines and embrace an individualized approach. And that mission serves as the foundation of our chat today – so get ready to be motivated through emotional connection as opposed to shame and guilt.We also cover:(00:02:08) Ali’s Personal Path to Wellness(00:05:15) Understanding Anti-Nutrients (00:10:37) Stress Is the Achilles Heel of Wellness (00:22:45) HPA Axis 101(00:27:13) Tips To Process Cortisol (00:30:00) Getting Just the Right Amount of Stress(00:36:54) Eat To Serve Up Your Best Self (00:43:39) How Parents Can Support Their Mood(00:48:42) Ali’s Daily Routine To Stay Balanced (00:55:03) Empowering Your Kids Around Food Resources:• Click here for full show notes• Website: alimillerrd.com• Read: The Anti-Anxiety Diet & Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook• Instagram: @alimillerrd• YouTube: @naturallynourishedRDConnect with Kelly:• kellyleveque.com• Instagram: @bewellbykelly• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BEWELL at oneskin.co.LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to receive a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes with any purchase!Vuori | Get 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.
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Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 6min

288. Live Your Fullest Life: Top Takeaways on Business, Motherhood, Healing & the Science of Saffron with Nikki Bostwick #FabulousFriends

Get ready for an unfiltered conversation that’s full of takeaways for entrepreneurs, moms, and anyone looking to live their life to the fullest. I’m thrilled to welcome Nikki Bostwick, host of The Nikki Bostwick Unfiltered Podcast and founder of The Fullest, a saffron-based product line dedicated to sharing the mental health benefits of saffron supplementation.In today’s wide-ranging conversation, Nikki vulnerably shares her personal and business journeys. We talk about Nikki’s experience with an eating disorder, ADHD, and healing from generational trauma along with her family.We have an honest, revealing conversation about the expectations and pressures on working moms, and how Nikki has navigated her postpartum journey while running her business.We also talk about Nikki’s path to starting and evolving The Fullest brand, and her advice for other entrepreneurs. Hint: Focusing your vision is a game changer! Plus, Nikki explains why she built her business around saffron and the spice’s superpowers for the body and mind. For 15% off The Fullest Shop, use the code BeWellByKelly at checkout.We also cover:(00:02:34) Nikki’s Journey to the Fullest(00:08:43) Exploring the Science of Saffron(00:10:48) Nikki’s Experience With ADHD(00:16:52) Healing From Generational Trauma(00:25:32) Nikki’s Personal History With an Eating Disorder(00:32:03) The Pressures & Expectations on Working Moms(00:40:05) Postpartum Hormonal Changes (00:40:58) Following Your Intuition in Business(00:43:28) Revealing Saffron’s Superpowers(00:44:38) Focusing & Simplifying Her VisionResources:• Click here for full show notes• Website: nikkibostwick.com• The Fullest: thefullest.com• Podcast: Nikki Bostwick Unfiltered Podcast• Episode: Be Well, Not Perfect With Kelly LeVeque• Instagram, Nikki Bostwick: @nikkibostwick• Instagram, The Fullest: @thefullestco• TikTok: @thefullestco• YouTube: @nikkibostwickunfilteredConnect with Kelly:• kellyleveque.com• Instagram: @bewellbykelly• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BEWELL at oneskin.co.Cozy Earth | Get 35% off site wide when you use the code BEWELL at CozyEarth.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.
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Feb 16, 2024 • 1h 9min

287. The Power of the OS-01 Peptide: Reverse Aging, Reduce Inflammation & Get Glowing Skin with OneSkin’s Carolina Oliveira

Meet the new face of age-reversal skincare. I’m thrilled to welcome Carolina Oliveira, the CEO and co-founder of OneSkin. Carolina and her team are disrupting the outdated anti-aging skincare industry with their groundbreaking research on our largest organ and its longevity. I’ve seen the results firsthand. You know that I’m a skeptic when it comes to commercial skincare products. But after digging into OneSkin’s research, I started using their products about a year ago. I’ve been so impressed – my skin looks more youthful, softer, and has a new glow!On today’s episode, we get into the science behind their topical skin products. We talk about what causes aging and if it’s reversible. Carolina explains what peptides are and how they work, sharing her revolutionary research into the OS-O1 peptide. This peptide has been shown to improve barrier function, increase collagen biosynthesis, and reduce “zombie cells” which are a central cause of aging. Plus, Carolina answers questions about retinol, exfoliation, and how to simplify your skincare routine. Don’t miss this insightful and educational look into the latest research on skin health.If you’re interested in trying OneSkin, go to my affiliate link and use code BEWELL for 15% off your first order: oneskin.coWe also cover:(00:01:43) Carolina’s Background as a Stem Cell Biologist(00:05:21) Yes or No: Is Aging Reversible?(00:07:34) What Causes Aging?(00:16:52) Kelly’s Personal Skin Journey(00:19:51) One Powerful Peptide for Age-Reversal(00:25:55) A Look Inside the OneSkin Laboratory(00:33:55) What You Need To Know About Peptides(00:38:31) Exfoliation Explainer 101(00:41:27) Peptides for Your Face vs. Your Body(00:48:32) A Look Into the Future of SkincareResources: Click here for full show notes OneSkin: oneskin.co OneSkin Instagram: @oneskin.co Instagram: @caroll_reis Linkedin: Carolina Reis Oliveira Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly * Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly.Vuori | Get 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.
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Feb 7, 2024 • 1h 13min

286. Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy: Preconception Nutrition & Fertility Awareness with Lily Nichols & Lisa Hendrickson-Jack #WellnessWednesdays

In today's episode, I welcome back Lily Nichols and Lisa Hendrickson-Jack. This time, they're here to talk about their new book, Real Food for Fertility, and to dive into the new research around nutrition and fertility. As an important topic for this community, I am so excited for you all to learn about how to prepare your body for pregnancy with preconception nutrition and fertility awareness from two women who are experts in the field.Lily Nichols is an RDN Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. Today you’ll learn how to best prepare your body for conception, what effect birth control has on fertility, when to transition to other contraceptive options if you’re thinking of getting pregnant, what foods are most important to increase your nutrient reserve, recommendations about meal timing if you’re hoping to conceive, and so much more! We also cover:(00:02:38) Preparing Your Body for Conception(00:06:01) The Impact of Hormonal Birth Control on Fertility(00:18:49) Explaining the AMH Hormone & Its Role in Conceiving(00:24:32) Important Nutrients Needed for Conception(00:41:07) How Meal Timing & Intermittent Fasting Impact Fertility(00:52:27) Remember These Fertility Enhancing Foods Resources: Click here for full show notes Read: Real Food For Fertility by Lily Nichols and Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Instagram: @lilynicholsrdn Website: lilynicholsrdn.com Read: Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols Read: Real Food for Gestational Diabetes by Lily Nichols Managing Your Diet During Pregnancy with Lily Nichols, RDN #43 Website: fertilityfriday.com Read: The Fifth Vital Sign Listen: Fertility Friday Podcast Instagram: @fertilityfriday Master Your Menstrual Cycle & Optimize Your Fertility with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack #71 Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly * Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Primal Kitchen | Find Primal Kitchen at Target, Walmart, or at your local grocery stores!Cozy Earth | Get 35% off site wide when you use the code BEWELL at CozyEarth.com.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 58min

285. Raising “Healthy Strivers” in Today’s Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Wallace #WellnessWednesdays

Award-winning journalist Jennifer Wallace discusses toxic achievement culture, societal pressures on kids, combatting anxiety and depression in high-achieving schools, fostering self-worth, teaching kids about unconditional value, mattering, and healthy interdependence in families.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 20min

284. The Honest Truth About Postpartum: Kelly LeVeque & Brigid Titgemeier Share Stories & Tips

Kelly LeVeque and Brigid Titgemeier share their experiences and tips for navigating postpartum. They discuss nutrition, supplements, and nutrient testing, as well as balancing work and being a new mom. Topics also include meal prepping, feeding picky eaters, and postpartum testing options. They encourage listeners to trust themselves as parents and give themselves grace. The chapter descriptions cover the challenges and blessings of postpartum life, going back to work, and the importance of carving out time for oneself as a mother.
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Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 7min

283. Optimize Your Healthspan: How To Live Longer & Stronger with Dr. Peter Attia #WellnessWednesdays

How do we live not just longer, but healthier? And how can we maximize the time we have to do the things we love? We tackle these essential questions, and more, today with longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia. Dr. Attia is the founder of Early Medical, a medical practice that applies the principles of Medicine 3.0 to help patients lengthen their lifespan and improve their healthspan. He's the host of The Drive, one of the most popular podcasts covering the topics of health and medicine, and the author of the New York Times bestselling book, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity. On today’s episode, we talk about the important difference between lifespan and healthspan. Dr. Attia explains what Medicine 3.0 means, and why it’s the next frontier to help prevent chronic diseases. We get into key tactics to optimize healthspan, including exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional health. Plus, Dr. Attia gives us some great take home tips on how to regain muscle mass, enhance strength, and improve VO2 max. As a fellow parent, Dr. Attia shares his advice for cooking as a family, getting your children active, and modeling healthy behavior for our little ones. Dr. Attia’s message is all about looking forward – for your own wellness and the health of your family for years to come. We also cover:(00:01:13) The New Paradigm of Medicine 3.0(00:09:32) How Medicine 2.0 Fails to Treat Chronic Disease(00:12:33) 4 Tactics To Optimize Healthspan(00:19:58) How To Regain Muscle Mass(00:25:23) Getting Clear on Your Goals(00:32:35) Prioritizing Healthy Activity in Your Kids(00:39:03) Healthy Eating for Dr. Attia’s Family(00:45:44) Calories vs. Macros: Which Are More Important?(00:52:04) Establishing Your Baseline (00:56:04) Enhancing Emotional HealthResources:Click here for full show notesInstagram: @peterattiamdRead: Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MDWebsite: peterattiamd.comEarly Medical Website: earlymedical.comThe Drive Podcast: peterattiamd.com/podcastYouTube: @PeterAttiaMDConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Cozy Earth | Get 35% off site wide when you use the code BEWELL at CozyEarth.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 16min

282. Mindset as Medicine: Change Your Mind to Change Your Life with Dr. Josh Axe #WellnessWednesdays

I am so excited to welcome Dr. Josh Axe, leadership expert, entrepreneur, physician, husband, father, co-founder and CVO of Ancient Nutrition, back to the show. He’s here for an open and honest conversation about his latest study and passion: Mindset as medicine. He's also a bestselling author, and his latest book is due out this April. We outline the research and personal anecdotal content baked into Think This, Not That, the title, among many, which Dr. Josh is most proud of and most excited to see in the hands of people around the world.We hear about how Josh spent ten months in bed suffering from a debilitating spine condition, the practices – mental and physical – which set him free from that reality, how he and Kelly approach parenting in the modern world, identity dynamics, masculinity vs. femininity, and so much more.But the key question in play is… Who could you become?As we learn today, the answer is limited only by your own imagination, but it can be amplified through community, self-development, and spirituality. It’s an important lesson for all of us to remember as a means to continue one’s growth as a person – and even more important as parents, as we seek to challenge our little ones to be the best versions of themselves they can be.We also cover:(00:02:05) Dr. Axe’s Pain-to-Purpose Inspiration Story (00:09:02) Believing You Can Get Better: Perception vs. Placebo(00:19:29) Challenges in Raising a Family in 2024(00:26:34) Biohacking 101 With Dr. Dr. Josh Axe(00:34:35) Common Identity Barriers That Hold People Back(00:43:05) The Cosmic Balance of Masculinity & Femininity(01:00:26) Pro Tips on Getting Started With Mindset WorkResources: Click here for full show notes Pre-order: Think This, Not That by Dr. Josh Axe Website: draxe.com Instagram: @drjoshaxe YouTube: Doctor Josh Axe Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly * Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.Primal Kitchen | Find Primal Kitchen at Target, Walmart, or at your local grocery stores!Vuori | Get 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 5min

281. How To Look Younger Naturally with Holistic Plastic Surgeon Dr. Anthony Youn #WellnessWednesdays

I’m excited to welcome Dr. Anthony Youn, a nationally recognized board certified plastic surgeon who is known as America’s Holistic Plastic Surgeon. I’ve never had a plastic surgeon on the show before, but I was drawn to Dr. Youn’s unique, holistic wellness-based approach. Dr. Youn’s philosophy is that surgery is a last resort. He’s devoted his career to helping people look and feel their best naturally. In today’s episode, he fills us in on what autojuvenation is and why it’s the key to turning back the clock. We also talk about why our skin ages, and how to combat inflammation and oxidative stress through nutrition and lifestyle shifts. Dr. Youn shares his pro tips for a simple skincare routine – (you don’t need tons of steps and products!) Plus, he answers burning questions about collagen supplements, sunscreen, retinol, lasers, and even vampire facials. I’m proud to share such a uniquely informed and empowered voice with the Be Well community today.We also cover:(00:01:53) Plastic Surgery Is a Last Resort(00:09:45) Holistic Healing Before & After Surgery(00:12:57) Nutrients To Support You for Surgery(00:14:33) Can You Turn Back the Clock Naturally?(00:18:52) Should You Supplement With Collagen?(00:24:29) Fighting Oxidative Stress on the Skin(00:29:09) Striving for Progress Over Perfection(00:32:34) How To Create a Simple Skincare Routine(00:36:35) Shining a Light on Sunscreen(00:39:40) Building a Bedtime Skincare Routine(00:46:12) Beyond Creams: Lasers, Light Therapy & Vampire FacialsResources: Click here for full show notes Website: dryoun.com Read: Younger For Life TikTok: @doctoryoun  Instagram: @tonyyounmd YouTube: @DoctorYoun Podcast: The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.Cozy Earth | Get 35% off site wide when you use the code BEWELL at CozyEarth.com.LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to receive a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes with any purchase!

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