
Be Well by Kelly Leveque
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361: What Every Woman Should Know About Her Hormones | Sarah Hill
In this episode, I sit down with Sarah E. Hill, PhD, whose research has completely changed the way I think about hormones and how they shape our day to day lives. I wanted to bring her on because she has a gift for taking complex science and turning it into tools that actually make sense in real life. We get into how our hormones influence the brain, what really happens when birth control enters the picture, and why mood, cravings, energy, and even relationships can shift across the month. We also touch on practical ways to eat, train, and live in sync with your cycle, plus simple changes that can make everything from PMS to performance feel more manageable. It is a conversation that blends science with everyday life in a way that feels grounding and empowering. → Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed: → How do hormones influence mood throughout the cycle?→ What are the real effects of hormonal birth control?→ How can women train and eat in sync with their cycle?→ What helps reduce PMS and monthly cravings?→ How do hormones impact relationships and intimacy?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother.→ Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at https://HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.→ WeNatal | You can use my link, https://wenatal.com/kelly, with any subscription order, to get a free one month supply of WeNatal’s Omega DHA+ Fish Oil valued at 35 dollars.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:03:43 - Hormones explained→ 00:08:35 - Signs of high estrogen→ 00:13:23 - Sex drive and ovulation basics→ 00:20:02 - Birth control and hormone effects→ 00:24:54 - Progesterone support→ 00:28:09 - Hormone education tips→ 00:32:30 - Building hormonal resilience→ 00:38:06 - Luteal phase and sensitivity→ 00:42:28 - Why ovulation fails→ 00:45:47 - Fertility tips and stress relief→ 00:50:47 - Cycling with the moon→ 00:55:27 - Sleep and hormone balance→ 00:58:39 - Nutrition for your cycle→ 01:05:27 - Menstruation education→ 01:08:54 - Training with your cycle→ 01:12:12 - Vagal nerve supportFurther Listening: → 38. Your Brain on Birth Control - with Dr. Sarah HillCheck Out Sarah: → IG: @sarahhillphd→ Website→ Books: THE PERIOD BRAIN→ THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON BIRTH CONTROL Check Out Kelly:→

352: Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Raising Confident and Connected Children | Alyssa Campbell
In this episode, Alyssa Campbell M.Ed., emotional intelligence researcher and CEO of Seed & Sew, joins us to talk about raising confident, connected kids. With a background in early childhood education, Alyssa shares practical tools to help parents and caregivers support children’s emotions during the critical but often overlooked ages of 5 to 12. We explore how to guide kids through big feelings, set boundaries with compassion, and respond intentionally so they can grow into emotionally intelligent humans.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ Raising emotionally intelligent kids→ Effective strategies for handling children’s meltdowns→ The impact of emotional intelligence on kids’ social awareness→ The FACTS method for emotional regulation→ Talking to kids about screens, puberty, and drugsSponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://www.bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://www.drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. → WeNatal | You can use my link, https://www.wenatal.com/kelly, with any subscription order, to get a free one month supply of WeNatal’s Omega DHA+ Fish Oil valued at 35 dollars.→ Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/kelly to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:59 - What is Emotional Intelligence→ 00:08:05 - Social Awareness & Comparison→ 00:15:21 - Triangle of Growth→ 00:18:41 - Adult and Child Dynamics→ 00:24:01 - Social Pressure & Public Crying→ 00:28:56 - People Pleasing→ 00:36:16 - Guiding Kids Through Big Emotions→ 00:40:18 - Emotionally Sensitive Kids→ 00:47:03 - The FACTS Method→ 00:55:34 - Deepening Parent-Child Connection→ 00:57:34 - Screens, Puberty & The ‘Sex Talk’→ 01:06:51 - Creating Safety→ 01:09:45 - Naming Body Parts + Drugs & Alcohol→ 01:13:36 - Where to Find AlyssaShow Links → Seed QuizCheck Out Alyssa:→ Instagram: @seed.and.sew→ Website: Seed & Sew→ Book: Big Kids, Bigger Feelings (Available Sept 16, 2025)→ Podcast: Voices of Your Village→ Free ResourcesCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→

344: The Protein Fix: How To Eat For Energy, Muscle, + Hormone Balance | Solo Q+A
In this solo episode, I'm answering your most pressing wellness questions, from navigating iron deficiency and late-night cravings to my honest thoughts on amino acids, creatine, and transitioning off a prenatal vitamin. I share the exact products I use and love, including my new micronized creatine, fermented amino acids, and what I pack when traveling to stay on track.You’ll also hear my go-to protein-rich breakfasts, why muscle is your metabolic currency, and how to finally ditch the scale in favor of data that actually moves the needle. → Leave Us A Voice Message! | https://telbee.io/channel/4_b9zzx58wdkuwirqkcxwa/Topics Discussed: → What is the best clean creatine for women?→ How do amino acids support muscle growth?→ Why am I iron deficient even with supplements?→ How much protein should women eat for fat loss?→ What helps with late-night cravings while breastfeeding?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first subscription at drinkAG1.com/bewell→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.→ Minnow | Go to shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. → Fatty 15 | You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:00:50 - Kelly’s supplement routine → 00:15:51 - Liver pills & increasing iron → 00:24:32 - Increasing iron without supplements → 00:29:24 - What blocks iron absorption → 00:33:07 - All things creatine → 00:42:37 - Incorporating amino acids → 00:51:48 - Transitioning off prenatal vitamins → 00:59:01 - Protein & muscle mass → 01:04:41 - Breastfeeding and cravings Further Listening: → Unlocking Longevity: The Power of C15 | Dr. Stephanie Venn- Watson→ Supporting Your Immune System Through Gut Health with Tina Anderson & Kiran Krishnan (Part 1) Show Links:→ Kelly’s Creatine →

341: Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn’t Exist | Joe Hudson
I sit down with Joe Hudson, the executive coach behind some of Silicon Valley’s most successful leaders, to explore the hidden emotions driving anxiety, disconnection, and high performance. Joe shares how repressing feelings like fear and anger block our joy—and how embracing them can lead to true transformation.We talk about parenting with emotional awareness, the power of letting kids cry, and why Joe doesn’t believe in traditional self-improvement. I also share a breakthrough realization about my marriage and reflect on the deep inner work that’s transformed the way I show up in my relationships and everyday life.Leave Us A Voice Message! | https://telbee.io/channel/4_b9zzx58wdkuwirqkcxwa/TOPICS DISCUSSED:→ What does it mean to parent with emotional awareness?→ How can repressed emotions affect our relationships?→ Why doesn’t Joe Hudson believe in self improvement?→ How can embracing discomfort lead to personal transformation?→ What breakthrough did Kelly have about her marriage?SPONSORED BY: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials |. Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first subscription at drinkAG1.com/bewell.→ Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.→ Vuori | Get 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly→ Jesse & Ben's | Right now, you can visit jesseandbens.com/bewell for their limited buy one get one free sale! Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:02:46 - Being a girl dad → 00:06:20 - Parenting and relationship style → 00:09:16 - Age appropriate parenting → 00:12:37 - Repressed emotions showing up in adulthood→ 00:19:09 - Emotional disconnection in adults→ 00:21:30 - Fear, anger, and binary thinking → 00:27:01 - Let your child cry → 00:31:32 - Compartmentalizing your emotions→ 00:40:35 - Fear over connection → 00:44:19 - Anxiety is repressed excitement → 00:47:30 - The psychology behind dimming our own joy→ 00:54:14 - Feeling your emotions to get rid of them → 00:58:21 - “I don’t believe in self improvement”→ 01:01:56 - Kelly’s breakthrough → 01:08:15 - Kelly’s childhood and bravery → 01:14:53 - How Joe connects with his daughters CHECK OUT JOE: → Learn more + complimentary transformation guide→ Art of Accomplishment Podcast (Spotify / YouTube) → X (Twitter)CHECK OUT KELLY:→

340: How To Trust Your Gut, Break Free From Diet Culture, + Align With The Life You Want | Almost 30
In this episode, I’m joined by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the best friends and co-hosts behind the Almost 30 podcast. We talk about what it really means to trust your intuition, tune out the noise, and navigate life transitions with more honesty and ease.We also dive into practices that have helped them stay grounded—from Internal Family Systems (IFS) to daily movement, nutrition, and mindset work. Whether you're moving through heartbreak, shifting careers, or just craving deeper alignment, this conversation is full of tools to support you.Leave Us A Voice Message! | https://telbee.io/channel/4_b9zzx58wdkuwirqkcxwa/Sponsored By:Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first subscription at drinkAG1.com/bewell.Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.Kosterina | Use code KELLY for 15% OFF your first order at kosterina.com/bewell Not sure where to start? Shop all my Kosterina favorites at kosterina.com/bewell. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:16 - Honesty & vulnerability00:05:04 - Tuning into self vs. outside noise00:07:34 - Health trends & diet dangers00:11:48 - Intuition & trusting your gut00:14:11 - Internal Family Systems (IFS)00:19:06 - Understanding behavior patterns00:20:42 - Workout mindset shifts00:22:39 - Recognizing alignment00:26:19 - Relationship connection tips00:32:21 - Defining real happiness00:35:27 - Finding balance00:37:29 - Divorce & emotional impact00:43:20 - Friendship evolution00:45:08 - Growth through singlehood00:51:52 - Career advice for women00:56:30 - Alter ego visualization00:57:36 - Fear & scarcity mindset01:01:01 - False Evidence Appearing Real01:04:12 - Letting go of control01:05:31 - Bounceback resilience01:07:18 - Daily alignment rituals01:09:54 - Digital detox benefits01:14:10 - Food & movement habits01:19:20 - Nutrition, cardio & peptidesCheck Out Krista & Lindsey: Krista Williams’s InstagramLindsey Simcik’s InstagramAlmost 30 Podcast Almost 30 (Book)Check Out Kelly: InstagramYouTube

339: Anxiety Explained: Hormones, Vagus Nerve & Gut Health | Dr. Nicole Cain
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nicole Cain to talk about her integrative, trauma-informed approach to anxiety and mental wellness. We explore how anxiety shows up in the body—through our thoughts, hormones, immune system, and gut—and what it takes to truly heal at the root.Nicole shares insights from her book Panic Proof along with powerful tools like EMDR, hormone testing, and Ayurveda. Whether you're navigating anxiety yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation is packed with practical, whole-person strategies to find calm and reclaim your mental health.Leave Us A Voice Message! | https://telbee.io/channel/4_b9zzx58wdkuwirqkcxwa/Topics Discussed:What is the root cause of anxiety and how can it be healed naturally?How does gut health affect mental health and anxiety?What is Dr. Nicole Cain’s approach to managing anxiety with integrative medicine?What is the connection between hormone imbalances and anxiety symptoms?Sponsored By:Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.AG1 | Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first subscription at drinkAG1.com/bewell.Jesse & Ben's | Right now, you can visit jesseandbens.com/bewell for a special deal.OneSkin | Visit oneskin.co/BEWELL and use code BEWELL for 15% off your first purchase.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:00 – Episode intro with Dr. Nicole Cain00:01:41 – What is anxiety? Root causes explained00:05:49 – Kelly’s personal anxiety journey00:09:02 – Understanding the window of tolerance00:10:36 – Anxiety, autonomy, and creative power00:13:22 – Why suppressed emotions intensify anxiety00:14:37 – Dr. Nicole’s story of living with anxiety00:19:30 – What is thought anxiety?00:24:32 – Tools to overcome thought anxiety00:26:02 – Endocrine anxiety and stress hormones00:32:21 – Hormonal imbalance, anxiety & HRT00:35:35 – DUTCH testing00:37:21 – Immune system’s link to anxiety00:40:34 – Gut-brain axis and mental health00:42:13 – Lifestyle changes for anxiety relief00:43:32 – Dr. Nicole’s full intake process00:49:31 – Using Ayurveda and Kapha for anxiety00:51:58 – Exercises to calm anxiety naturally00:57:55 – Brain science: prefrontal cortex vs. lizard brain01:01:55 – Interoception and body awareness01:06:28 – How to become panic proofFurther Listening:Prioritizing Hormonal Health with Dr. Carrie JonesCheck Out Dr. Nicole: InstagramBook - To Shop