Improve Energy for Busy Moms | Gut Health, Hormone Imbalance, Fatigue, Moodiness, Bloating, Weight Loss

60. Endocrine Disruptors 101: How Xenoestrogens Hijack Your Hormones, Energy, and Metabolism

Hi Listeners! 
 
Endocrine disruptors are everywhere—and for many women, they’re a missing piece in the hormone, weight loss, fatigue, and mood puzzle. In this episode, Amanda and I break down what endocrine disruptors actually are, how they interfere with your hormones, metabolism, thyroid, blood sugar, and gut health, and why so many women are struggling without realizing the root cause. We talk through where these toxins hide in everyday life—from plastics and personal care products to cleaning supplies and food packaging—and why “normal exposure” doesn’t mean harmless.
You’ll also walk away with practical, realistic ways to reduce your toxic load without becoming overwhelmed or obsessive. This isn’t about fear—it’s about freedom, stewardship of your body, and creating an environment where your hormones can finally function the way God designed them to. If you’ve been dealing with stubborn weight, low energy, mood swings, or hormone chaos, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a simple starting point.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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59. Struggling with Eczema, Itching, or Acne? 4 Nutritional Gut Health Fixes to Heal Your Skin Naturally

Hi Listeners! 
 
In This Episode, We Break Down:
Are you struggling with eczema, itching, or adult acne that never seems to go away? In today’s episode, we break down the powerful connection between gut health, inflammation, hormones, and your skin, and how the foods you eat—and the foods you think are harmless—may be driving your symptoms. You’ll learn why steroid creams and spot treatments only mask the problem, how leaky gut triggers chronic skin flare-ups, and what God may be showing you through the symptoms you’re experiencing.
We walk through four natural, gut-focused fixes that support clearer skin from the inside out: healing intestinal permeability, removing inflammatory foods (especially dairy and processed wheat), supporting detox pathways, and balancing hormones through blood sugar control. You’ll also hear my own story of battling acne into my 40s—and the exact shifts that transformed everything. If you want clearer skin, better energy, and confidence from the inside out, this episode will give you the hope and practical steps you’ve been praying for.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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58. Food Noise: What Your Hunger Hormones (Leptin and Ghrelin) Are Telling You

Hi Listeners! 
 
In This Episode, We Break Down:
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into food noise — that constant mental chatter about food that leaves so many women feeling frustrated, preoccupied, and exhausted. If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering why you’re thinking about food all day, craving something sweet after every meal, or feeling hungry again right after you eat, you’re not alone. We unpack the real root causes behind food noise, from disrupted hunger hormones like leptin and ghrelin to nutrient deficiencies, processed foods, stress, decision fatigue, and restrictive dieting. You’ll learn how sleep, blood sugar, gut health, meal timing, and truly nourishing your body can dramatically quiet the cravings and restore balance to your hunger hormones.
But we’re also going deeper — because food noise isn’t just physical. It can become spiritual when it starts dominating your thoughts and stealing your peace. Scripture reminds us, “I will not be dominated by anything” (1 Corinthians 6:12), and yet so many women feel mentally captive to food without even realizing it. In this episode, we explore how obedience, temperance, and inviting God into your health journey can break the cycle and restore the freedom He designed for you. If you’re ready to calm the noise, support your metabolism, and reconnect your mind, body, and spirit, this episode will empower you with the education and encouragement to take the next step. Join us inside our January Metabolic Reset Workshop to go even deeper!
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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57. Healthy Habits Made Simple: Solving Overwhelm, Frustration, and Confusion with Amanda, Kara, and Sara

Hi Listeners! 
 
In This Episode, We Break Down:
What The Nourish Experience Actually Looks Like (and Why It Works)
Sara shares why the podcast only scratches the surface of what’s possible — and how personalized coaching, accountability, and clear direction help you move from “trying everything” to finally seeing real results.
You’ll learn:
How a discovery call works (spoiler: it’s all about YOU)
What we ask, what you can expect, and how we decide together if it’s a good fit
Why having a roadmap saves you time, energy, and years of frustration
How HSA/FSA funds can be used for the program
The different tiers and flexible payment options available
Kara breaks down how she helps new clients navigate the program without overwhelm — including early check-ins, resource guidance, pacing support, and encouragement for busy seasons of life.
Amanda explains how Nourish offers two coaches with two specialties — gut health and hormone health — and how clients can move between coaches seamlessly thanks to shared notes and protected electronic records. Two perspectives, one united team.
Plus, we all share our before-and-after stories! 
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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56. Why Counting Macros for Weight Loss Isn't Getting You Results and What to Track Instead for Better Energy, Focus, Moods, and Metabolism

Hi Listeners! 
Are you exhausted from counting macros, logging every bite, and still not seeing the results you hoped for? You’re not alone, friend. In this episode, we’re talking about why macro and calorie counting doesn’t tell the whole story — especially when it comes to your hormones, metabolism, and gut health. You’ll learn how food quality and blood sugar stability play a much bigger role in your energy, mood, and weight than the numbers in your tracking app ever could. I’ll share why “if it fits your macros” can actually keep you stuck, and how blood sugar reveals what’s really happening in your body when you eat.
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm of macro counting and finally start eating in a way that supports your metabolism and hormonal balance, this episode is your roadmap. You’ll walk away with practical ways to monitor your blood sugar, simple food swaps that calm cravings and improve energy, and a faith-filled reminder that your body isn’t broken — it’s just asking for a different kind of care. Share this episode with a friend who’s been stuck in the calorie-counting cycle and tag me on social media with your biggest “aha!” moment. Let’s help more women find freedom, balance, and peace in the way they nourish their bodies.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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55. The Shocking Truth About Wheat and Gluten: Why It Could Be the Biggest Reason You Struggle with Weight, Moods, and Feeling Tired All of the Time

Hi Listeners! 
If you’re struggling with bloating, fatigue, stubborn weight gain, or brain fog — even while eating “healthy” — your daily wheat habit might be to blame. In this episode, we’re uncovering how modern wheat affects gut health, inflammation, blood sugar, and hormone balance. You’ll learn why today’s wheat is not the same as what our grandparents ate, how it can damage the gut lining and slow your metabolism, and what to eat instead to finally feel lighter, clearer, and more energized.
We break down the science in a simple, real-life way — helping you connect the dots between wheat, poor digestion, and metabolic slowdowns. You’ll walk away with practical swaps, easy gut-healing tips, and a 2-week “wheat-free” experiment to help you see how much better your body can feel. If you’ve been feeling bloated, moody, or stuck, this episode will open your eyes to one of the biggest hidden culprits affecting women’s health today.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
 
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54. Overwhelmed by Health Living? 3 Simple Habits to Make it Easy Again

Hi Listeners! 
Does getting healthy feel harder than it should? You’re not alone. Between meal planning, workouts, and trying to keep up with the latest health trends, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and overcomplicate what should feel simple. In this episode, Sara breaks down why healthy living often feels so confusing — and shares three simple, sustainable ways to make it doable again. You’ll learn how to focus on habits instead of hustle, simplify your meals to beat decision fatigue, and start small so your progress actually lasts.
If you’re tired of chasing quick fixes or starting over every Monday, this episode will show you a better way. You’ll walk away with practical tools and mindset shifts to help you build identity-based habits that stick, simplify your routines, and feel confident in your body again. Because healthy doesn’t have to be hard — it just has to be simple enough to do on your busiest week.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
 
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53. Frustrated with Sugar Cravings? My Method for Improving Gut Health While Still Enjoying Sweets

Hi Listeners! 
If you’ve ever promised yourself “no more sugar” only to cave by midweek, this episode is for you. Sugar cravings aren’t about lack of willpower — they’re signals from your gut, hormones, and blood sugar that something’s out of balance. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons your cravings keep showing up and how to finally calm them without giving up all the foods you love.
You’ll learn my step-by-step method to balance your gut health, stabilize blood sugar, and satisfy your sweet tooth in a way that supports your metabolism. We’ll cover how your microbiome influences cravings, the best ways to nourish your body so it naturally wants less sugar, and how to bring your cravings to God instead of fighting them alone. By the end, you’ll know how to enjoy sweets mindfully — and feel amazing doing it.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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52. Stuggling with Anxiety? 3 Hidden Triggers in Your Gut, Hormones, and Blood Sugar Every Woman Needs to Know

Hi Listeners! 
If you’ve ever felt anxious for “no reason,” this episode will change everything you thought you knew about anxiety. We’re diving into the real root causes that go far beyond your mind — from the state of your gut bacteria to your blood sugar balance and even your hormones. You’ll learn how dysbiosis (imbalanced gut bacteria) can lower your calming neurotransmitters like GABA, how blood sugar swings mimic anxiety symptoms, and why low progesterone can make you feel constantly wired. By the end, you’ll understand exactly what’s driving that anxious, on-edge feeling — and how to start calming your body from the inside out through simple, science-backed habits.
Sara also shares her own journey from pharmacy school confusion to functional medicine clarity — and how she helps women rebuild peace by supporting their biology and their faith. You’ll walk away with practical steps to restore gut balance, stabilize your blood sugar, and lower cortisol naturally, plus a powerful reminder to give your worries to God and surrender what you can’t control. This is your roadmap to lasting calm, energy, and confidence — body, mind, and spirit.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
 
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51. The Sleep Hormone Connection: Why Poor Rest Wrecks Your Energy, Mood, and Weight Loss (with Amanda Jeffres)

Hi Listeners! 
 
If you’ve ever felt “wired and tired” or noticed your moods and cravings spiral after a rough night’s sleep, this episode is for you. Sara and Amanda break down how sleep directly impacts your hormones — from cortisol and melatonin to insulin, estrogen, and thyroid function. You’ll learn how missing even a few hours of rest can disrupt your metabolism, blood sugar, and mood, and how prioritizing deep, restorative sleep can reset your energy, focus, and weight-loss potential.
Together, they share practical, faith-based strategies to rebuild your sleep rhythm naturally. You’ll walk away with simple, actionable steps — like the best bedtime routine for balancing cortisol, what to eat (and when) for stable blood sugar, and how prayer, gratitude, and red light therapy can help your body finally rest and reset. Tune in and discover how better sleep could be the missing piece to unlocking your healthiest, happiest self.
Ready to feel empowered?  Grab your earbuds and listen in!
Sara — Nourish Health Coaching
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