EP59. Ever feel like you’re doing everything right—eating healthy, working out, trying all the things—but you’re still bloated, exhausted, and feel stuck? It’s not in your head, and it’s NOT just about food. Your gut health, stress, and hormones are working behind the scenes, and if you don’t address them, the cycle continues.

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Brittany Carpenter, a registered dietitian and functional health expert, to unpack:
- Why traditional diets don’t work (and actually raise your stress hormones)
- How your gut health controls your weight, cravings, and even anxiety
- The biggest mistakes women make when trying to “fix” their bloating
- Why elimination diets and food sensitivity tests might be doing more harm than good
- How to break the cycle of stress, inflammation, and frustration—for good

Brittany and I are breaking down real strategies to help you stop spinning your wheels, calm your nervous system, and finally feel energized, balanced, and confident in your body.

As mentioned in this episode:

⇢ Your step-by-step guide to gut-friendly eating: Download your FREE Nutrition Cheat Sheet

⇢ Learn how to apply these principles to your everyday life: Get the Resource Guide

⇢ Get the Support You Deserve: Join the SHIFT Collective

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In this Episode we Cover:

• The shocking truth about bloating, weight gain, and stress that most women overlook
• Why restrictive diets (like Whole30) fail and what to do instead
• Brittany’s personal gut health crisis after food poisoning—and how she healed
• The mindset shifts that will transform your gut health and metabolism
• How to stop self-sabotaging and create a sustainable nutrition strategy
• The biggest mistake women make when trying to eat healthy

Connect with GUEST:

⇢ Instagram: @dieticianbrittany

⇢ Work with Brittany: The Shift Collective

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Connect with Dana:

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⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis

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EP58. Tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling, watching the clock tick closer to morning—sound familiar? If you’re exhausted all day but wired at night, your body isn’t broken, but your sleep cycle might be.

In this episode we’re breaking down the real reasons behind your sleep struggles and—most importantly—how to fix them with a simple, science-backed wind-down routine that works with your body, not against it.

If you’re tired of waking up groggy and dragging yourself through the day, this episode will give you the tools to break free from the cycle of stress-induced sleep struggles. You’ll learn why traditional sleep aids often fail, how your body’s stress response is sabotaging your rest, and what simple shifts you can make tonight to start seeing real improvements.

This isn’t just about sleep—it’s about your energy, mood, metabolism, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by restless nights, unexplained fatigue, or the constant need for caffeine to function, you won’t want to miss this.

This episode will give you the step-by-step evening strategy to break the cycle of poor sleep and finally wake up feeling refreshed and energized.

Let’s dive in!

As mentioned in this episode:

⇢ The Free Sleep Wind-Down Routine

⇢ Healthy Habits Journal

⇢ Red Light Mask

⇢ White Noise Machine

⇢ Amare Probioitcs for Stress Resilience

⇢ Free Nutrition Cheat Sheet

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In this Episode we Cover:

- The stress-sleep cycle and why you feel wired but tired

- How high cortisol disrupts melatonin and keeps you awake

- The 5 biggest sleep myths keeping you from true rest

- How caffeine, alcohol, and screen time sabotage your sleep

- The exact wind-down routine that lowers cortisol and preps your body for deep, restorative rest

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Connect with Dana:

⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice

⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis

⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis

⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis

⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!

⇢ Website danalewis.com

⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory

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Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.

EP57. Feeling dizzy isn’t just a symptom—it can become a life-altering struggle, one that leaves you spinning in frustration, fear, and isolation. In today’s episode Adam Lindo, also known as The Dizzy Health Coach, shares his journey of navigating the debilitating effects of vestibular disorders, and how he found his way back to balance—literally and emotionally.

Adam opens up about his years-long battle with misdiagnoses, medications that didn’t help and how stress and lack of awareness prolonged his recovery. From addressing misconceptions about migraines and vestibular health to sharing actionable strategies for reclaiming your wellness, this episode is packed with wisdom, empathy, and strategies to empower you to reclaim your health.

Whether you’ve experienced dizziness, migraines, or you’re just looking for inspiration to keep showing up for yourself, Adam’s story will encourage you to slow down, trust your instincts, and take your next best step. It’s time to get off the cortisol-rollercoaster and step into your best health.

As mentioned in this episode:

⇢ Adam’s Supplement Stack:

• Life Extension B-Complex
• Pure D3 + K2
• Pure CoQ10
• Pure Magnesium Glycinate

⇢ Fast Track Your Healing: Dizziness and Migraine Emergency Guide

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Connect with Adam:

⇢ Instagram:

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Connect with Dana:

⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice

⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis

⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis

⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis

⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!

⇢ Website danalewis.com

⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory

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Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.