Live Like a Girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz

Dr. Mindy Pelz
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We were taught that doing anything "like a girl" was a weakness. Dr. Mindy Pelz is here to prove it's your greatest strength. A renowned advocate for women's health, Dr. Mindy is passionately committed to helping women embrace and trust their body's natural healing processes. Drawing on an extensive background in women's health, she's developed groundbreaking, science-backed approaches that help women work with their hormones, not against them, through every stage of life, from cycling to perimenopause to the wisdom of the years beyond. On Live Like a Girl, Dr. Mindy helps you come home to your own body. Every Monday, she sits down with some of the brightest minds in health and wellness for honest, meaningful conversations that hand you the knowledge, tools, and science to do health your way. No more pushing through, gaslighting yourself, or shrinking to fit. Just permission to live in rhythm with the body you were designed to have and to finally feel at home in it. Press play, and let's live like a girl.

  1. 4d ago

    Why Your Nervous System Is Blocking Weight Loss

    Why are so many women doing everything "right" and still struggling to lose weight? In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy explains why the missing piece may not be your diet or workout routine, it may be your nervous system. When your body is stuck in chronic fight-or-flight, it prioritizes survival over fat burning, making weight loss feel impossible despite your best efforts. You'll learn how chronic stress impacts cortisol, cravings, digestion, sleep, and metabolism, the five signs your nervous system may be keeping you stuck, and practical ways to help your body shift back into a state where healing and sustainable weight loss become possible. From fasting and food to movement, sleep, and simple daily habits, Dr. Mindy shares actionable strategies to help your body feel safe enough to finally let go of stubborn weight. Resources Mentioned Free Nervous System GuideFast Like a GirlBurn Fat Like a Girl ResetFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep354 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    Why Your Nervous System Is Blocking Weight Loss

  2. 6d ago

    Why PCOS Was Just Renamed (And What It Means for Women’s Health Globally)

    Millions of women have been told they have PCOS. Millions more have been told nothing is wrong at all. Now, one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women has a new name: PMOS, Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. The change reflects what experts have long understood, this condition is about far more than the ovaries. It's deeply connected to metabolism, insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormone balance. In this episode, Dr. Mindy is joined by Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, renowned OB-GYN and co-host of the She MD podcast, along with entrepreneur and women's health advocate Mary Alice Haney. Together, they unpack why so many women go undiagnosed, why insulin resistance isn't always visible on the outside, and how lifestyle, nutrition, and early intervention can dramatically change a woman's health trajectory. They also discuss the growing impact of environmental toxins, breast cancer risk, fertility, metabolic dysfunction, and what every woman should know before walking into her next doctor's appointment. In this episode you'll learn:  Why PCOS was renamed to PMOS and what the change means  The three criteria used to diagnose PMOS  Why up to 80% of women with PMOS remain undiagnosed  How insulin resistance affects both lean and overweight women  Why birth control alone doesn't address the root cause of PMOS  Practical nutrition, lifestyle, and medical approaches to improving insulin sensitivity  How to become a stronger advocate for your own healthcare More on Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi & Mary Alice Haney: IG: @shemdpodcastIG: @drthaisaliabadiIG: @haneyofficialIG: @oviihealthshemdpodcast.comdraliabadi.comovii.comFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep353 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    Why PCOS Was Just Renamed (And What It Means for Women’s Health Globally)

  3. Jul 15

    The Truth About Keeping Weight Off (No One Talks About This)

    Losing weight is one challenge. Keeping it off is another. Research shows that most people regain the weight they've lost within a few years, not because they lack willpower, but because they were never taught what comes after weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Mindy breaks down the science behind weight regain and shares the eight most common reasons people struggle to maintain their results. From metabolic flexibility and hormone balance to muscle, stress, and sleep, she explains why lasting success requires a different approach than simply losing weight. You'll also learn five practical steps to help your body adapt to its new weight, support a healthy metabolism, and build habits that last long after the scale changes. If you've ever lost weight only to gain it back, this episode will help you understand why and show you a different path forward. Key Takeaways  Why losing weight and maintaining weight loss require different strategies  What "catch-up fat" is and how it influences weight regain  How your fat cells develop a "memory" after weight loss  How flexible fasting supports maintenance better than chronic fasting  The role hormones play in preventing weight regain  Five daily habits that support healthy weight maintenance Resources Mentioned Free Nervous System QuestionnaireDr. Mindy's BooksReset AcademyBurn Fat Like a Girl ResetFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep352 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    The Truth About Keeping Weight Off (No One Talks About This)

  4. Jul 13

    Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss (Why You Can't Keep It Off) with Dr. Nicole LePera

    What if the biggest thing standing between you and better health isn't your diet, your workout routine, or your hormones? What if it's the relationship you've built with yourself? In this conversation, I sit down with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Nicole LePera to explore how our earliest experiences shape the way we move through adulthood. From emotional eating and food noise to perfectionism, people pleasing, burnout, and the struggle to trust ourselves, so many of the habits we think are personality traits are actually learned survival strategies. We also explore why healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about reconnecting with the parts of yourself that have always been there. If you've ever wondered why you know what to do for your health but still struggle to follow through, this conversation offers a completely different way to understand yourself. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the first five years of life shape the way your nervous system responds to stressWhy food noise and emotional eating often point to deeper unmet needsHow small daily promises help rewire your brain and build confidenceThe difference between guilt and shame, and how each affects your decisionsWhy learning to rest can feel uncomfortable for so many womenPractical ways to reconnect with your body and begin healing old patterns_More on Dr. Nicole LePera Dr. Nicole LePera is a holistic psychologist, trained at Cornell University, The New School for Social Research and The Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis. She is the founder of the global community healing membership SelfHealers Circle and the author of #1 NY Times Bestseller "How to Do the Work" "How To Meet Your Self" and "How To Be The Love You Seek" Website: theholisticpsychologist.com Instagram: @the.holistic.psychologistTikTok: @theholisticpsychologistReparenting Your Inner Child SelfHealers CircleFor more resources related to today's episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep351 _Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss (Why You Can't Keep It Off) with Dr. Nicole LePera

  5. Jul 8

    Fasting Isn't Always the Answer. Here's How to Know When It Is.

    For years we've been told that if fasting is good, then fasting longer must be better. That simply isn't true. Fasting is one of the most powerful healing tools we have, but it's also a stressor. Like exercise, the benefits don't come from the stress itself. They come from how well your body recovers afterward. In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy explains how to tell whether fasting is supporting your metabolism or pushing your nervous system beyond its limits. You'll learn the five green lights that signal your body is adapting well, the five red flags that tell you it's time to pull back, and simple ways to adjust your fasting practice based on your hormones, stress levels, and stage of life. Whether you're new to fasting or you've been doing it for years, this episode will help you stop guessing and start working with your body instead of against it. In this episode you'll learn: Why fasting is a beneficial stressor, but only in the right doseThe difference between metabolic stress and chronic stressHow your nervous system influences your fasting resultsFive signs fasting is working with your bodyFive red flags that indicate your fasting routine needs to changeWhy sleep, energy, hormones, and muscle are powerful feedback systemsHow to adjust your fasting practice based on your cycle and life stageThe importance of recovery, refeeding, and metabolic flexibilityWhy fasting should always be personalized Resources Mentioned Dr. Mindy's BooksReset AcademyBurn Fat Like a Girl: Your Natural GLP-1 ResetNervous System Free ResourceLMNTBEAM MineralsStandard Process EZ Mag For more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep350 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    Fasting Isn't Always the Answer. Here's How to Know When It Is.

  6. Jul 6

    The Scale is LYING to You (& Destroying Your Self-Worth) with Dr. Rachel Goldman

    What if the biggest obstacle to better health isn't your diet and instead it's the relationship you've built with your body? In this conversation, I sit down with psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman to unpack why so many women struggle with body image, emotional eating, food noise, and self-worth, especially during midlife. We explore why lasting health isn't built through shame or punishment. It's built through curiosity, compassion, and learning to work with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. We also discuss the psychology behind food noise, body neutrality, GLP-1 medications, menopause, emotional eating, and why your relationship with yourself influences every health decision you make. If you've ever felt like your body has betrayed you, this episode offers a different perspective. In this episode, you'll learn: Why body image goes far beyond what you see in the mirrorThe difference between body positivity and body neutralityWhy food noise develops and how to begin quieting it naturallyHow emotional eating becomes a learned coping strategyWhy your self-worth should never depend on the number on the scaleHow menopause changes the emotional relationship women have with their bodiesWhy slowing down at meals changes more than digestionResources Mentioned When Life HappensThe Body Keeps the ScoreCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)The Reset AcademyNervous System Reset GuideMore on Dr. Rachel Goldman Dr. Rachel Goldman is a licensed psychologist, clinical assistant professor, media health expert, and nationally recognized speaker specializing in health behavior change, obesity, eating behaviors, stress management, and cognitive behavioral therapy. She is the author of When Life Happens, a practical guide for navigating life's challenges with evidence-based psychological tools. Website: https://drrachelnyc.com Instagram: @drrachelnycWhen Life Happens by Dr. Rachel GoldmanFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep349/  Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletter for tools and research on fasting, hormones, and metabolic healthDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    The Scale is LYING to You (& Destroying Your Self-Worth) with Dr. Rachel Goldman

  7. Jul 1

    If I Had to Start My Health Journey Over, I'd Take These 5 Supplements

    Americans spent more than $69 billion on supplements last year, yet nutrient deficiencies are still widespread. Somewhere along the way, wellness became a cabinet full of pills, powders, and promises. But what if better health isn't about taking more? In this episode, I share the five supplements I would prioritize if I had to start over today. These aren't trendy products or quick fixes. They're foundational nutrients that support metabolism, hormones, muscle, brain health, and healthy aging, especially for women in midlife. You'll also learn why supplements should never replace a healthy lifestyle, how soil depletion and processed foods have changed the nutrient quality of our food, and simple ways to get more of these nutrients through whole foods first. If your supplement routine feels overwhelming, this episode will help you simplify it. Resources Mentioned Age Like a GirlNervous System Reset GuideStandard Process Cod Liver OilBEAM MineralsLMNTRedmonds Real SaltQualia CreatineQualia MagnesiumFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep348 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    If I Had to Start My Health Journey Over, I'd Take These 5 Supplements

  8. Jun 29

    Why Trauma Lives in Your Body, Even After Years of Therapy

    For years we've been told that healing trauma means talking about it. But what if talking isn't enough? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Harvard-trained psychiatrist and world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Frank Anderson to explore why trauma isn't simply stored in your memories. It's stored in your body. We discuss why so many women find old wounds resurfacing during perimenopause and menopause, why food often becomes a coping mechanism for unresolved trauma, and why traditional talk therapy doesn't always create lasting healing. Dr. Anderson shares the science behind trauma, nervous system regulation, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, psychedelics, and the small daily experiences that help your brain and body finally feel safe again. If you've ever wondered why you keep reacting the same way despite years of personal growth, this conversation will help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. In this episode you'll learn: • Why talking about trauma doesn't always heal it• How trauma becomes stored inside the body• The surprising reason menopause often brings unresolved trauma to the surface• Why emotional eating is often a protective response• How fasting reveals hidden emotional patterns around food• Why triggers are valuable clues instead of something to fear• The role of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, somatic therapies, and psychedelics in trauma recovery• Simple daily practices that begin creating lasting healing Resources Mentioned The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkTranscending Trauma by Dr. Frank AndersonTo Be Loved by Dr. Frank AndersonInternal Family Systems (IFS) More on Dr. Frank Anderson Dr. Frank Anderson is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, internationally recognized trauma expert, and author of Transcending Trauma and To Be Loved. He trained alongside trauma pioneer Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, serves on the board of the Trauma Research Foundation, and has spent decades helping people heal through an integrative approach that combines neuroscience, Internal Family Systems, attachment theory, and body-based therapies. Website: frankandersonmd.comInstagram: @frank_andersonmdDr. Frank Anderson's BooksFor more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep33X Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy’s newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

    Why Trauma Lives in Your Body, Even After Years of Therapy
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We were taught that doing anything "like a girl" was a weakness. Dr. Mindy Pelz is here to prove it's your greatest strength. A renowned advocate for women's health, Dr. Mindy is passionately committed to helping women embrace and trust their body's natural healing processes. Drawing on an extensive background in women's health, she's developed groundbreaking, science-backed approaches that help women work with their hormones, not against them, through every stage of life, from cycling to perimenopause to the wisdom of the years beyond. On Live Like a Girl, Dr. Mindy helps you come home to your own body. Every Monday, she sits down with some of the brightest minds in health and wellness for honest, meaningful conversations that hand you the knowledge, tools, and science to do health your way. No more pushing through, gaslighting yourself, or shrinking to fit. Just permission to live in rhythm with the body you were designed to have and to finally feel at home in it. Press play, and let's live like a girl.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Mindy Pelz
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    348
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2020 - 2026 Dr. Mindy Pelz | All Rights Reserved
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