Nutrition & Life

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 strategies for building lasting nutrition habits, maintaining consistency amidst chaos, breaking the “all or nothing” mindset, and raising adventurous (but realistic!) little eaters.
Tune in for practical wisdom, relatable stories, and actionable tips for women at every life stage, plus Nicole’s honest reflections on self-compassion, letting go of perfection, and finding support.
Timestamp Overview:
[00:00] - Introduction & Nicole Hagen’s Journey
[00:33] - How Nicole’s Past Shaped Her Coaching Philosophy
[02:45] - From Control to Nourishment: Overcoming Diet Culture
[06:31] - Injury, Recovery & Discovering Strength Training
[09:03] - Shifting Focus from Calories Burned to Body Capability
[11:24] - Why Hyper-Independent Women Struggle with Weight Loss
[13:02] - Asking for Help, Letting Go of Perfection & Consistency
[16:14] - Navigating Control, Hormones, and Letting Life Happen
[18:47] - Focusing on What You Can Control in Fat Loss
[22:00] - Juggling Mom Life: Good Enough, Not Perfect
[24:06] - Resourcefulness & Flexible Consistency
[27:49] - Feeding Kids: Exposing Little Ones to a Variety of Foods
[31:28] - Food as Reward—Raising Emotionally Healthy Eaters
[36:08] - Handling Screen Time, Mindful Eating & Setting Examples
[40:33] - Modeling Habits, Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Nicole

Connect with Nicole Hagen:
Instagram: @nutritionwithnicole
Coaching & Resources: https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/
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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 help you break through limiting beliefs—whether you’re working on weight loss, mental health, or letting go of old patterns.
Stay tuned for inspiring real-life stories, easy-to-implement tips, and a refreshing perspective on the mind’s true power to heal and transform.
Timestamp Overview:
[00:00] - Introduction & Josie’s Background
[00:22] - What is Bridge Publications & Josie’s Mission
[01:14] - Discovering a Passion for Helping People with Dianetics
[02:07] - Personal Experiences with Stress & Self-Confidence
[02:47] - Finding Dianetics: Turning Point & Lasting Change
[04:04] - What Is Dianetics? Core Definitions & Principles
[05:06] - The Analytical Mind vs. The Reactive Mind
[08:51] - Real-Life Example: Trauma and the Subconscious
[10:56] - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Self-Sabotage
[13:36] - Why Bad Habits and Fears Persist
[14:15] - Childhood Experiences & Lasting Associations
[20:00] - How the Mind Forms Connections: Personal Anecdotes
[21:37] - Unlocking the Mind’s Full Potential
[22:34] - Step-by-Step: How the Dianetics Technique Works
[24:33] - Relief from Past Trauma: Powerful Testimonies
[27:12] - The State of “Clear”: What It Means
[28:16] - How to Get Started: Resources & Practical Tips
[29:44] - Grounding Exercises for Stress and Overwhelm
[31:19] - Awareness, Present Moment, and Breaking Old Patterns
[34:28] - Digging Deeper: When Habits Don’t Have an Obvious Cause
[38:31] - Building Better Coping Strategies & Reward Systems
[39:16] - Where to Learn More & Connect with Josie

Ready to explore more?
Get the book: “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health” at dianetics.org or wherever books are sold.
Interested in hands-on help? Find your local Dianetics two-day seminar at dianetics.org.
Connect on social media:
Instagram: @bridgepubinc
Publisher: @BridgePubInc
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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 health, and the liver tie into hormonal balance and long-term weight management.
Turn up the volume for fresh insights, grounded strategies, and supportive advice for anyone ready to step away from chronic dieting and discover what thriving in your own body really means!
Timestamp Overview:
[00:00] - Introduction & Jenn’s Health Journey
[01:22] - Early Passions and the Decision to Work in Health
[03:06] - Resistance Training, Muscle Building & “Less but Better”
[06:28] - Why Overdoing It Holds Women Back
[07:36] - How Eating More (Not Less) Improves Body Composition
[10:13] - The Importance and Power of Tracking Nutrition Data [
12:09] - Maintenance Calories, Metabolic Reality, and Breaking Free from Undereating
[14:07] - Motivation Struggles & Owning a New Lifestyle
[16:17] - Fullness, Satiety, and Retraining the Nervous System
[18:14] - Meal Frequency, Protein Intake & Moving Beyond Fasting
[19:10] - Breaking Bathroom Taboos: Gut Health & Hormones
[20:30] - Digestion 101: What You Digest (and Excrete) Matters [
22:55] - Practical Gut Health Tips: Chewing, Mindful Eating & More
[26:13] - The Liver’s Role in Detoxification and Hormonal Balance
[29:00] - Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, and Modern Health Challenges
[31:25] - Continuous Glucose Monitors, When to Use and Why Context is Key
[33:09] - Nervous System, Sleep Trackers, and Personalized Approaches
[37:12] - Pre-Workout Nutrition, Fasting, and Finding Your Unique Routine
[38:56] - Jenn’s Functionally Integrative Coaching Mentorship: What’s Inside
[41:23] - Where to Learn More & Connect with Jenn
Connect with Jenn Pike:
Instagram: @jennpike Website: www.jennpike.com
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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 establish sustainable routines that support your wellbeing, you’ll find actionable advice, relatable stories, and genuine encouragement in this empowering episode.
Timestamp Overview:
[00:00] - Introduction & Jasmine’s Journey to Holistic Coaching
[00:26] - From Personal Health Struggles to Transformation
[00:47] - Discovering the Root Cause: Gut Health & Functional Medicine
[01:26] - The Power of Slowing Down and Trial & Error
[02:11] - The Turning Point: Research, Self-Care & Motivation
[02:47] - How Jasmine Starts with New Clients: Assessing Environment, Stress, and Habits
[03:50] - Why Gut Health? Jasmine’s H. Pylori Discovery
[04:32] - Healing Protocols and Nourishing Foods for the Gut
[05:25] - Beating Sugar Cravings with Balanced Meals [
06:10] - Food Pairing, Blood Sugar & Morning Routines
[07:06] - Nervous System Nutrition: Magnesium, Bone Broth & Soothing Foods
[08:04] - Anti-Inflammatory Foods & Herbs
[08:43] - Top Gut Health Supplements: Magnesium, Zinc, Turmeric & Liver Support
[09:40] - Personalized Nutrition: Blood Type, Food Order, and Gut Healing
[11:30] - Intermittent Fasting, Eating Windows & Consistent Routines
[13:54] - Protein Timing, Balanced Meals & Working with Individual Needs
[14:47] - Cycle Syncing Food and Workouts for Hormone Health
[15:48] - Perimenopause, Postpartum & Stress-Reducing Habits
[16:54] - Mindset Practices: Self-Care, Journaling, and Accountability
[17:44] - Morning & Bedtime Routines for Circadian Health
[18:54] - Magnesium Types, Fiber, and Bowel Regularity
[20:03] - Preventing/Combating Constipation: Movement, Hydration & Triggers
[21:02] - Foods to Prevent Constipation & Individual Responses
[23:52] - Gradually Increasing Fiber, Hydration, and Listening to Your Body
[25:24] - Dates, Blood Sugar, and Hormone Support—The Right Way
[26:27] - Where to Find Jasmine and Join Her Community
Connect with Jasmine McCrary:
Instagram: @holisticwithjas
TikTok: @holisticwithjas
Join Jasmine’s journey and stay tuned for her upcoming group community and gut-healing supplement line!
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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 rerun will inspire and equip you with practical takeaways for a healthier, more sustainable approach to nutrition and fitness.
00:00] – Introduction & Dr. Bill Campbell’s Motivation for Studying Menopause
[04:07] – The Limits of Traditional Fat Loss Methods During Menopause
[08:17] – Menopause, Aging, and Body Fat Redistribution
[13:33] – Strategies for “Menopausal Weight Loss Resistance”: Feed Down vs. Feed Up Approaches
[14:05] – The “Feed Down” Approach: Intensive, Short-Term Calorie Reduction
[19:12] – The “Feed Up” Approach: Mediterranean Diet & Increasing Calories
[24:25] – Client Experience: Anti-Inflammatory Diets, Stress, and Exercise Adjustments
[31:32] – The Critical Role of Sleep in Fat Loss, Muscle Retention, and Health
[36:26] – Foundations: Protein, Resistance Training, Cardio, and Lifestyle for Menopausal Health
[39:54] – Can You Build Muscle During Menopause? What the Research Shows
[43:31] – HRT, Testosterone, and Body Composition: What the Data Actually Says
[47:43] – What’s Next? Dr. Campbell’s Upcoming Studies & Invitation to Participate
[49:22] – Wrap-up, Key Takeaways, and Where to Find Dr. Campbell
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