Nutrition & Life

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz dives deep into the often-overlooked world of pelvic health with special guest Kristin Parise, a seasoned physiotherapist and clinic owner who brings both professional expertise and lived experience to the conversation.

Kristin Parise shares her personal journey through pelvic floor challenges, including prolapse, incontinence, and pain, while dispelling myths about pelvic health, especially for active women and athletes. Together, they bust the “just do more Kegels” myth, explain why tension (not only weakness) is a common issue, and offer practical strategies for rela...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz sits down with Amber Romaniuk, Certified Emotional Eating, Digestive, and Hormone Expert, and host of the No Sugarcoating Podcast. Amber’s honest, vulnerable storytelling and practical expertise have helped thousands worldwide break cycles of emotional eating and reclaim peace with food and self-worth.

Amber shares her journey from childhood bullying and family challenges to self-healing, and explains why emotional and binge eating are more common and complex than you may realize. You’ll get actionable tools for building self-awareness, managing triggers, balancing horm...

Welcome to a new episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz sits down with Regina Havalova, a passionate nutrition and fitness coach whose journey has taken her from active family roots in Europe, through hands-on coaching in New Zealand, to founding her own thriving online business in Spain. Together, they unpack the realities of staying consistent with health and fitness, managing culture and lifestyle shifts, navigating business transitions, and supporting women through every stage, including perimenopause and menopause.

Regina Havalova opens up about her evolution as a coach, candidly explores the mental hurdles...

Welcome to another illuminating episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz welcomes Deborah Maragopoulos, integrative family nurse practitioner and “Hormone Queen,” celebrated for her expertise in neuroimmune endocrinology and holistic women’s health. Together, they explore misunderstood connections between hormones, blood work, metabolism, menopause, and the essential role of the hypothalamus in health and longevity.

Deborah Maragopoulos shares her personal and professional journey, the hidden meaning behind “normal” lab results, and why hypothalamic health is the foundation for energy, mood, sleep, and weight balance. Get practical, science-backed strategies for eating, moving, and...

Welcome to another practical, inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz dives into vibrant conversation with Michelle Scarlett, gut-health specialist, functional medicine advocate, and host of the Body Freedom Podcast.

Michelle Scarlett shares her powerful story of moving from gym owner and fitness fanatic to champion of holistic wellness for women navigating their 40s, 50s, perimenopause, and beyond. The duo gets real about the hidden impact of “toxic load,” how symptoms like bloating and IBS signal when our lifestyle needs a reset, and why quick fixes never solve the root causes we face...

Welcome to a joyful and deeply honest episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa welcomes Broadway legend and wellness entrepreneur Brenda Braxton, a Tony-nominated performer and founder of Pause by B. Braxton, a movement and lifestyle brand empowering women to find joy and community through menopause and beyond.

Brenda opens up about her incredible journey from performing arts school in New York to starring in classics like Guys and Dolls, Dreamgirls, and Chicago. She candidly discusses how turning 50 sparked her to address the stigma and silence around menopause, leading to the creation of Pause: a...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz is joined by esteemed oncology nutritionist Erin Pellegrin, a key figure at Unite for Her and a major contributor to the book "Heal, Empower, Restore." Erin opens up about her unique path from motorsports PR to cancer nutrition, her passion for making a difference in the lives of cancer patients, and how a philosophy of abundance, not restriction, guides her work supporting individuals through every stage of their cancer journey.

Together, Lisa Franz and Erin Pellegrin dive into practical cancer nutrition strategies...

Welcome to a deep-dive, perspective-shifting episode of the Nutrition and life podcast! This week, host Lisa Franz welcomes intuitive coach and nervous system expert Therese Tucker, a coach whose integrative approach to nervous system regulation, self-trust, and spiritual growth is empowering clients to unlock a powerful sense of calm, clarity, and inner wisdom.

Lisa Franz and Therese Tucker explore how understanding and supporting your nervous system changes the way you handle stress, relationships, and even your own self-talk. You’ll discover practical tools to find immediate calm (that you probably already use subconsciously!), plus grounded spiritual perspectives to...

Welcome to an intimate, empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa Franz dives into a rich conversation with Casey Hobbs—occupational therapist, sexual counselor, and founder of Boundless Pelvic Wellness. Together they break down the barriers around sexual health, pleasure, and pelvic wellness with relatable honesty and actionable insights for women at every stage of life.

Casey opens up about her journey from occupational therapy to guiding women through sexual self-care, shares the truth about low libido, and demystifies pelvic floor challenges for new moms and menopausal women alike. You’ll hear practical approaches for...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Host Lisa Franz sits down with Tina Vidal-Duart, pioneering healthcare executive and founder of Valera (soon to be Evita Wellness) to talk all things women’s health, functional medicine, and the power of putting yourself first.

Tina shares her journey from turning around struggling rural hospitals to addressing the overlooked needs of women in perimenopause and menopause, and reveals how personalized care changed her own health. This episode is packed with practical steps, relatable advice, and the gentle reminder that showing up for yourself is the mo...

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition Coaching and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz welcomes internationally renowned Pilates instructor, trainer, and holistic nutritionist Adriana Rotella, whose 25+ years of expertise in mindful movement and wellness have transformed lives around the globe.

Adriana Rotella brings a down-to-earth, evidence-based approach to Pilates and nutrition—explaining how the classical method has evolved, breaking down myths about strength, mobility, and yoga, and empowering women everywhere to advocate for their own needs, both in and out of the studio. From actionable tips to selecting a great Pilates instructor to fundamental truths ab...

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by Sally Munro, a registered naturopathic nutritionist, yoga teacher, and swim school owner from Scotland, whose holistic and down-to-earth approach reconnects people with the basics of consistent health, happiness, and a life that truly feels amazing.

Sally Munro opens up about her personal journey, from psychology graduate to nutritional therapist—and reveals why a “life audit” (not just another food trend) is the missing piece for so many struggling with energy, mindset, and meaningful change. The pair tackle h...

Welcome to a special crossover episode! Lisa Franz, host of the Nutrition and Life Podcast and founder of Nutrition Coaching and Life, joins Amanda Azzopardi on her acclaimed show Aesthetic Ambition for an eye-opening conversation on ending food guilt, building flexible nutrition habits, and cutting through the noise of the ever-changing diet industry.

Lisa Franz gets real about her own struggles yes, even with an exercise science background! From feeling trapped by “good” and “bad” food rules to discovering true food freedom with macro tracking. She shares her hard-won lessons about moderation, the power of nutritional education, and why...

Welcome to a powerful and heartfelt episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz welcomes Sue Weldon, 22-year breast cancer survivor and founder of Unite for Her. Sue’s journey from high-level gymnastics coach to leading a groundbreaking nonprofit offers hope, practical wellness tips, and a reminder that no one needs to navigate cancer (or life’s toughest challenges) alone.

Sue shares her story, from receiving her diagnosis at 39 to building Unite for Her’s signature Wellness Passport program, which empowers women through nutrition, integrative therapies, movement, and compassionate community care. Learn how plant-forward eating...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s episode, host Lisa Franz welcomes metabolism and menopause specialist Cindi Stickle. Drawing on her personal and professional experiences, from overcoming gestational diabetes and Hashimoto’s to helping clients thrive through menopause, Cindi Stickle brings practical wisdom, honesty, and actionable advice for women seeking to optimize metabolic health in midlife and beyond.

Together, Lisa and Cindi Stickle unpack the realities of metabolism, bust pervasive menopause myths, and discuss how nutrition, stress management, and individualized routines can dramatically impact health and wellbeing during the menopause tran...

Welcome to a powerful new episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa Franz sits down with Dr. Judith Swack, acclaimed mind-body healer and author of “Clear Trauma Now.” With her unique background in biochemistry and postdoctoral training in immunology, Dr. Swack shares how she transitioned from scientist to sought-after mind-body therapist, helping clients break free from trauma, phobias, and stubborn weight challenges through an individualized, multi-level healing approach.

In this uplifting conversation, dive into the science and spirit of healing as Dr. Swack reveals her journey, explains the concepts of unconscious programming, and demonstrates practical tech...

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by Michelle Malloy, an inspiring acupuncturist and women’s health specialist who transformed her own life—and countless others—by integrating Chinese medicine, cycle awareness, and compassionate care for women.

Michelle candidly shares her journey from persistent allergies and a career in finance to uncovering the healing potential of acupuncture and traditional medicine. Tune in as she explains what happens during an acupuncture session, how Eastern and Western medicine differ in their approach to women’s health, the intric...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz sits down with Jillian Beck-Rogers, a passionate fertility nutrition coach who empowers women to transform their preconception and overall health through practical, research-backed nutrition strategies.

Jillian opens up about her personal health journey, from supporting clients with emotional eating and stress management to narrowing her focus on fertility nutrition after facing her own struggles with infertility. She explains why fertility is a vital sign for everyone (not just those actively trying to get pregnant), the healing power of an an...

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by Stephanie Singh, a holistic nutritionist, certified menstrual health coach, and the founder of The Aligned Woman. With her personal journey through suspected endometriosis, frustrating medical roadblocks, and ultimately discovering a small fibroid, Stephanie Singh brings a refreshingly practical and compassionate perspective to menstrual health.

Stephanie Singh dives deep into what fibroids really are (spoiler: they are benign and NOT cancer!), why so many women’s health concerns get overlooked in mainstream medicine, and how true healing mean...

Welcome to an enlightening and empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz is joined by Bria Gadd, a passionate functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner on a mission to help women navigate the often-misunderstood journey through perimenopause and menopause. With her unique perspective on “health debt,” the interconnectedness of women’s health, and practical strategies for restoring energy, Bria Gadd shares wisdom that cuts through the noise of quick fixes and fad diets.

Get ready for an honest, relatable, and hopeful discussion, whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, about reclaiming vitality, honoring...

Welcome back to the Nutrition and Life podcast! This special rerun episode features Dr. Christle Guevarra—community manager at RP Strength, physician, powerlifter, and co-author of the upcoming Bodybuilding Anatomy book. Dr. Christle’s frank, informed, and compassionate insights on weight loss, appetite, GLP-1 science, sustainable habit change, and the powerful role of community made this episode a listener favorite.

Tune in to revisit Dr. Christle’s journey from chemist to doctor to coach, her own struggles with weight and hunger, the real story behind GLP-1 medications, and practical advice on building a strong body and resilient mindse...

This episode is a fan favorite! Due to popular demand, we’re bringing back this highly regarded conversation with cognition dietitian Barbie Boules. In this insightful and practical interview, Lisa Franz and Barbie Boules dive deep into why midlife women face unique cognitive and metabolic changes, and exactly what you can do to protect your brain, boost your longevity, and feel your best through every stage of life.

If you missed it the first time or need a motivating refresher, tune in for proven strategies to reduce dementia risk, reframe mindset, and truly take control of your he...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, we’re bringing you a popular rerun by listener demand—host Lisa Franz’s insightful conversation with Hayley Babcock, the dynamic trainer inspiring women over 40 to embrace strength and wellness. Whether you missed it the first time or need a fresh dose of motivation, this episode is packed with enduring value and practical strategies for women at any stage of their health journey.

Hayley’s journey—from competitive triathlons and Pilates to discovering the transformative power of resistance training at age 41—demystifies strength, nutrition, and sustainable...

Today, Lily Patrascu is joined by our own nutrition coach and transformation expert Lisa Franz, whose proven approach has helped hundreds of women naturally sculpt their dream hourglass figures, no matter their age. Packed with science-backed advice, real-life stories, and practical steps, this episode is your blueprint for building confidence, curves, and vibrant health.

Lisa shares the essentials of resistance training, how to lose stubborn belly fat without restrictive diets, managing hormones and menopause shifts, busting metabolism myths, and exactly what you need to do to lift, shape, and love your body at any stage of life...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz sits down with Tina Marie Fuller, double-certified fibroid and plant-based nutrition coach, and the inspiring voice behind the transformative journey from personal diagnosis to helping hundreds of women naturally heal fibroids, reclaim hormonal health, and avoid unnecessary surgery.

Tina Marie Fuller unpacks her own honest path with fibroids, busts myths about treatment options, and shares exactly which nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset tools have helped her and her clients finally see real, evidence-backed results. If you or someone you know struggles with painful...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz is joined by Nicole Hagen, an experienced online nutrition coach and mom of two whose no-nonsense approach to sustainable nutrition, body confidence, and ditching diet culture is helping women everywhere redefine what it means to be healthy, happy, and strong.

Nicole opens up about her personal journey from restrictive eating and injured “cardio bunny” to recovering her relationship with food, embracing her strength, and raising a healthy family, while juggling the reality of mom life and work. You’ll get Nicole’s top stra...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz sits down with Josie Gibson, Director of Communications at Bridge Publications, to unravel the world of Dianetics and the hidden forces holding us back from our healthiest, happiest selves.

Josie shares her deeply personal journey from struggling with stress and self-confidence to finding clarity and purpose through Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. She breaks down the fascinating concepts of the analytical mind vs. the reactive mind, reveals how our past traumas shape present-day habits, and explains how practical techniques can...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa sits down with women’s health and hormone coach Jenn Pike, whose decades of expertise in fitness, nutrition, and integrative health have empowered women all over the world to take practical, sustainable steps toward wellness.

Jenn shares her journey from fitness enthusiast to renowned women’s health educator, highlighting the importance of intentional strength training, community support, and unlearning diet culture myths. This episode uncovers actionable tips for muscle building, why less is often more, the real value of tracking nutrition, and how digestion, gut...

Welcome to a deeply insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, Lisa Franz sits down with Jasmine McCrary, holistic health coach and wellness educator, for a candid conversation about her powerful journey from struggling with persistent acne and weight challenges to discovering gut health and inner transformation. Jasmine shares practical strategies for healing from the inside out, balancing hormones, finding food freedom, and the rituals, foods, and mindset shifts that have allowed her, and now her clients, to thrive.

If you’ve ever wondered how to truly nourish your gut, conquer sugar cravings, optimize hormones, or...

Welcome back to a special highlight edition of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In this replay, host Lisa Franz revisits her conversation with renowned researcher Dr. Bill Campbell, professor, lab director, and evidence-based educator whose work bridges cutting-edge science and real-life results.

This episode hand-picks the standout insights from their original discussion: from myth-busting carbs and the “high-carb experiment,” to how protein protects muscle, the truth about diet breaks and refeeds, plus rapid fat loss protocols and coaching wisdom you can use right away. Whether you’re new to the show or ready for a science-fueled refresher, this r...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Host Lisa Franz welcomes Amanda Soukoulis, sought-after functional medicine practitioner and holistic health coach, renowned for helping high performers regain energy and optimal health by getting to the root cause of gut, hormonal, and detox issues.

Amanda shares her personal story from peak performance to health collapse to recovery through functional medicine—plus her “test, don’t guess” method for finding underlying issues. The episode covers practical tips for gut healing, detox support, sleep, daily habits, the hormone-libido connection, and the real role of peptides in performa...

Welcome to a new episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, our host, Lisa, is joined by Maddie Hawley, a registered dietitian, personal trainer, and coach, who’s passionate about helping women find balance, food freedom, and confidence through an integrative approach to wellness.

In this episode, Maddie opens up about her own journey from burnout in the corporate world to building her own coaching business, and shares practical tools for achieving client consistency, embracing the "gray area," and getting results that last. Lisa and Maddie dig deep into how to avoid the all-or-nothing mentality with nu...

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, Lisa is joined by Dr. Carrie Jones, a renowned women’s health expert whose passion for hormones, menopause, and holistic wellbeing has helped demystify some of the most misunderstood aspects of female health.

Dr. Jones shares her inspiring journey into women’s health, cuts through misinformation around menopause and hormones, and brings powerful clarity to topics such as estrogen detoxification, protein myths, cortisol management, sleep issues, and the real role of testosterone therapy for women. With her signature warmth and clinical expertise, Dr. Jo...

Welcome to an enlightening episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz. sits down with the inspiring founder of ISALT (Institute for Success and Leadership Training) Stae Hall to unpack the power of emotional intelligence, soft skills, and feminine strengths in leadership and everyday life.

Stae shares a candid journey from feeling out of place in male-dominated corporate environments to building an institute dedicated to executive coaching, workforce readiness, and personal growth. You’ll discover practical strategies for empathy, boundaries, conflict resolution, active listening, embracing femininity, overcoming negative self-talk, and letting go of perfectionist co...

Welcome to another transformative episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz sits down with Deandrea Martin, an active-duty service member, manifestation coach, and powerhouse in the mind-body transformation space. Deandrea Martin opens up about her journey from unfulfilled college grad to mentor, her obsession with personal development, and the specific frameworks she uses to help clients master subconscious reprogramming and build their dream life.

This episode will leave you rethinking the stories you hold onto, the power of reframing adversity, and the true relationship between systems, discipline, and self-love. If you’re ready to...

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by Tarah Timothee, a dynamic fitness studio owner and midlife wellness advocate whose transparent, down-to-earth approach to fitness, mindset, and hormone management has empowered countless women to build healthier, stronger lives through every stage of midlife.

Tarah Timothee gets candid about transitioning from a corporate career in fashion to running a thriving women-focused fitness studio (and surviving COVID!), shares how she learned the importance of mindset shifts over just “doing more cardio,” and explains why functional strength, self-a...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa sits down with Alison Sullivan, a retired police detective from Wethersfield, Connecticut, whose expertise in threat recognition, personal safety, and crime prevention brings a crucial new perspective to the show.

Alison shares stories from her two decades on the force—including being her department’s first female detective—and explains how her real-world investigative experience now helps civilians of all ages develop everyday safety habits. From actionable ways to spot and avoid opportunistic predators, to practical tips for safe travel, ridesharing, and responding to you...

Welcome back to the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today’s episode is a special encore presentation with the remarkable Holly Baxter, a registered dietitian, bikini competitor, coach, and science communicator dedicated to helping women worldwide bridge the gap between health knowledge and everyday wellness.

Originally aired earlier this year, this conversation resonated deeply with our listeners. By popular demand, we’re bringing it back! Holly opens up about her journey from athletic childhood in Tasmania to the international bodybuilding stage, her evolution as an evidence-based coach, and her mission to make nutrition and training science accessible for all...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz is joined by Esther Blum, an integrative dietitian, bestselling author, menopause expert, and host of the Midlife Realignment Podcast. Together, they dive deep into the realities of menopause, debunking myths, and sharing empowering, evidence-based strategies to help women thrive before, during, and after the transition.

Esther Blum opens up about her nearly three-decade career devoted to women’s health, the changes she’s witnessed in the conversation around menopause, and why calories still matter—even as hormones shift. They unpack the science of met...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by transformational nutrition and identity coach Alexis Taveras, creator of the Quantum Body Blueprint and founder of the Quantum Body Collective. Known for her holistic, insightful approach to physique transformation, mindset mastery, and elevating women’s self-image,

In this episode, Alexis Taveras candidly shares her journey from collegiate weight gain and cardio “yo-yo” cycles to competing at the NPC bikini level, and ultimately discovering the keys to true, sustainable transformation. Together, Lisa Franz and Alexis Taveras dive deep int...