So Frickin' Healthy

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Two health coaches. One mission. Zero B.S. Welcome to So Frickin’ Healthy—the podcast where women's health gets real. We’re Megan & Danna—functional health nerds, unapologetic truth-tellers, and proud potty mouths—here to cut through the wellness noise with raw convos, expert insights, and gut-trusting guidance. From hormone chaos and gut health to burnout and body image, we’re not afraid to go there (and drop a few f-bombs along the way). Whether you’re healing, thriving, or still figuring your sh*t out, you’re in the right place. Let’s reclaim health—without restriction, without shame, and with a hell of a lot of laughs. 🎙️🔥

  1. 1d ago

    Beyond the Plate: An Inside Look at Health Coaching - Session 5 Joanna

    Session 5: Beyond the Plate The food logging? Still not happening. But here's the thing—Joanna's body has figured itself out anyway. She naturally stops eating by seven, doesn't want anything but coffee until ten or eleven, and the three o'clock slump that used to flatten her? Gone. Now five o'clock rolls around and she's surprised the day is already over. So this session, she's ready to talk about something new: movement. Danna breaks down the basics—strength training matters more than cardio, especially for women as they age. Muscle protects bones, supports metabolism, and keeps everything working. But it doesn't have to mean a gym or dumbbells (which her kids would immediately claim as toys anyway). Joanna already knows what works for her: Pilates. It's the thing that made her chronic back pain disappear. She just needs to find a class and commit. The goal? Research studios. Find a time that sticks. Show up. This is session five of Joanna's health journey. If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy. Access to coaching sessions playlist If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach. Access to the "behind the scenes" playlist Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Mentioned in this episode: Detox doesn't have to be a punishment Peek behind the curtain and discover what the Urban Cleanse can do for you. Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach Listen to the Whole Coaching Series Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network Check out Becoming a Health Coach Want more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes. BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist

    34 min
  2. When "Eating Healthy" Makes You Feel Like Sh*t (A Histamine Story) - So Frickin' Mini

    Jun 3

    When "Eating Healthy" Makes You Feel Like Sh*t (A Histamine Story) - So Frickin' Mini

    Got 10 Minutes?Fermented foods. Leftovers. Avocado. Kombucha. Spinach. All things the wellness world worships — and all things that could be absolutely wrecking you if histamine intolerance is your thing. Danna's been dropping the H-word in episodes for years and Megan finally made her explain herself. Consider this your 10-minute crash course. What You'll Learn: What histamine intolerance actually is (spoiler: it's a bucket, not a blood test)The surprisingly wide range of symptoms — from migraines and skin flushing to period pain and brain fogWhich "healthy" foods are secretly high histamine (Popeye was not okay)Yes, you can test for it in Switzerland — and yes, insurance covers itWhy allergy season and histamine intolerance are more connected than you thinkHow to try a low-histamine approach at home without losing your mind Also: Megan coined "eye juice and flower sperm." We're putting it on a t-shirt. Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Chapters:00:00 Morning Check In 01:00 Why Histamines Matter 01:52 What Histamine Intolerance Is 03:15 Triggers and Symptoms 05:11 Testing and Low Histamine Plan Mentioned in this episode: So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network

    12 min
  3. Peptides: The Longevity Tool Your Doctor Has Never Mentioned ft. Dr. Mary Pines

    May 27

    Peptides: The Longevity Tool Your Doctor Has Never Mentioned ft. Dr. Mary Pines

    Peptides, Perimenopause & the Wellness Tool Nobody Is Talking About ft. Dr. Mary Pines Listener Gina had a question: what's the deal with peptides — the ones that aren't GLP-1s, the ones all over social media? Are they legit or total BS? Danna immediately said: Mary. Dr. Mary Pines is back on SFH for the first time in three years, neck-deep in the peptide scene and ready to spill everything. About Dr. Mary Pines: PhD-level functional medicine practitioner specializing in hormonal and metabolic health for midlife women. She's been working with peptides for nearly a decade and recently folded peptide therapy into her 12-week program Better Beyond 40. She also hosts The Better Beyond Podcast — and yes, Danna was a guest on it. Check out that episode. What You'll Learn: What peptides actually are and how they differ from hormonesThe Cold War origin story of BPC-157 (Soviet super soldiers, no joke)The autoimmune and allergy connection — and the peptide that can calm a haywire immune systemWhether lifestyle alone can boost peptide production naturallyWhy sourcing is the single biggest issue — and what to watch out forThe four peptides worth knowing about as starting pointsWhy peptides are never step one, and what needs to come first Real Talk Moments: Danna asks if there's a peptide that can kill cortisol. The answer is a compassionate "no — but also maybe." She also opens up about doing everything right and still waking at 4:30am wired and suffering. Turns out Dr. Mary's functional medicine doctor has the same problem. The solidarity was real. Megan, meanwhile, catches Dr. Mary appearing on another podcast and declares full mock-betrayal: "Cheating on me with another podcast." Dr. Mary's Parting Wisdom: "Your body knows what to do with these things. We're really just replacing something that was lost." Connect with Dr. Mary Pines: Everything you need to know about Mary can be found on her website: https://bit.ly/4uH6yWE Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Peptides Who They’re For 04:00 What Peptides Are and Why They Work 11:56 Immune Balance GLP-1 and Lifestyle Boosts 19:43 Symptoms Labs First 22:08 Peptide Sourcing Reality 26:02 Top Peptides and Wrap Mentioned in this episode: So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network Ready to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about! Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach

    39 min
  4. Glycemic Index: The Math You Didn't Sign Up For (But Kinda Need to Know) - So Frickin' Mini

    May 20

    Glycemic Index: The Math You Didn't Sign Up For (But Kinda Need to Know) - So Frickin' Mini

    Got 10 Minutes? Let's Talk Glycemic Index Danna wanted to talk about "glucose index." Megan corrected her and then proceeded to geek out for the next 10 minutes—and honestly, it was worth it. If you've ever been confused by the difference between glycemic index and glycemic load, wondered whether carbs are actually the enemy, or just been curious why that afternoon energy crash keeps hitting you like a truck, this one's for you. Megan brings 17 years of diabetes care industry experience to the table, and the two break down what GI actually means, who really needs to pay attention to it, and why eating your bread last (with butter, obviously) is a perfectly valid life strategy. What You'll Learn: The difference between glycemic index and glycemic load—and why it mattersWhy food order and combinations change everythingWho actually needs to think about this (hint: more people than you'd think)What a CGM can reveal that no food app ever willThe visceral fat connection nobody talks about enough That's your 10 minutes. Go eat something low-GI. Or don't. But maybe eat the salad first. Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Chapters:00:00.0 - Mini Episode Kickoff 01:20.5 - Glycemic Index Basics 03:40.5 - Food Pairing and Swaps 05:16.2 - Glycemic Load Explained 08:41.8 - CGM and Belly Fat Wrap Mentioned in this episode: So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network

    13 min

  5. May 13

    Pickle-Juice Fasting?? An Inside Look at Health Coaching - Session 4 Joanna

    Chapter 4: When It's Working (Even When It's Not Perfect) Joanna shows up with the best possible news: she feels good. More energy. The afternoon slump that used to start at two and drag on for hours? Now it's maybe fifteen minutes around four—if it happens at all. Fewer carbs, more protein. It's working. The food logging, though? That fell off a bit. The notebook ended up on the other side of the house, and there's still birthday cake in the freezer calling her name. Life happens. So they simplify: sticky notes, or a stoplight system—green, orange, red—to mark how the day went. No perfection required. The next experiment? Intermittent fasting, a few times a week. And one critical rule: never break a fast with carbs. Start with protein. Always. This is session four of Joanna's health journey. If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy. Access to coaching sessions playlist If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach. Access to the "behind the scenes" playlist Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Mentioned in this episode: Check out Becoming a Health Coach Want more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes. BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network Ready to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about! Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach Listen to the Whole Coaching Series Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist Your body's been dropping hints... Time to listen! Check out the Urban Cleanse and give yourself the refresh you deserve. Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach

    32 min
  6. "Just Have More Willpower" and Other Bullsh*t People Say - So Frickin' Mini

    May 6

    "Just Have More Willpower" and Other Bullsh*t People Say - So Frickin' Mini

    Got 10 Minutes? Megan had AI generate a list of common wellness mantras. They picked three. Things got heated fast. First up: eat less, move more. Danna's take? B******t. This one boils her blood. Because what people hear is "fast for 24 hours and live on the treadmill"—and when they do that, their body panics, holds onto every fat cell, and they don't lose the weight anyway. Her rewrite? Eat healthier and move a little bit. Friendlier. And actually works. Next: "I'm being so bad today." Megan's beef is that you should never, ever associate feeding your body—emotional or physical—with being bad. You're vilifying your nana's bread. You're vilifying your Friday night pizza. Danna says her clients are shocked when they confess to eating pizza and she says "good." The real issue isn't the pizza—it's shoveling it in on the couch, hating yourself by the last bite, and calling it a failure. Order the pizza. Sit down. Enjoy every single bite. Give yourself a pat on the back. Make the next meal count. That's not bad—that's a treat. Treat it like a recreational drug: once in a while, enjoy it; every single day, you've got a problem. Last one: "Just have more willpower." Megan's response? F**k you. Danna's? What the actual f**k. That was basically the whole discussion. Willpower doesn't override body chemistry, DNA, addiction, or neurodiversity. Processed food is designed to keep you hooked. Telling someone to just try harder is shaming, not helping. They've got 15 to 20 more of these. Let them know if you want a round two. That's your 10 minutes. Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Mentioned in this episode: So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network

    12 min
  7. Keto for Perimenopause: What Nobody Is Telling You ft. Vanessa Gatelein

    Apr 29

    Keto for Perimenopause: What Nobody Is Telling You ft. Vanessa Gatelein

    Hot Flashes, Belly Fat & Brain Fog — Could Keto Be the Answer? Two topics. One episode. Zero fluff. Vanessa Gatelein joins Danna and Megan to dig into the intersection of the ketogenic diet and perimenopause. Vanessa came to keto the hard way: through carnivore, hair loss scares, Hashimoto's, and a broken ankle that made her realize she was, in fact, breakable. What she learned along the way is genuinely eye-opening — and probably not what you've heard before. About Vanessa Gatelein: Vanessa is a certified health coach, IIN alumna, yoga teacher, and Dr. Mindy Pelz-certified "Fast Like a Girl" practitioner based in Switzerland. She works with women navigating the hormonal chaos of perimenopause and menopause through a whole-food, low-carb approach that weaves in nervous system resets, breathwork, and mindset. Her new group program, Back to Her, brings together keto exploration, blood sugar management, hormone support, and community accountability. What You'll Learn:How Vanessa went from carnivore to keto — and what that shift revealed about hormones, mood, and brain clarityWhy strict keto might not be the right move for perimenopausal women 24/7, and what cycling in and out actually meansThe hair loss risk nobody warns you about — and the mineral deficiencies behind itThe fat-before-bed trick that may ease hot flashes (yes, really — butter is involved)Why your belly fat isn't betraying you — it's your body desperately trying to make estrogenThe adrenal gland-stress-estrogen connection that explains everything about midlife weight gainHow to actually get into ketosis without making yourself miserable on day oneWhy keto has a brain health angle that goes way beyond weight lossWho needs to be careful with keto — and why "just Google it" is a terrible idea Real Talk Moments: Danna arrives to the recording fresh out of the shower, developing what she describes as a Cruella DeVil mane in real time. Megan hasn't washed her hair in four days and is deep in dry shampoo powder. Vanessa brings the poise. There's a moment mid-episode where all three women land on a truth that hits hard: when we were teenagers going through hormonal chaos, everyone told us to rest. When we were pregnant, people made us sit down. In perimenopause — the same magnitude of hormonal transition — nobody is cutting us a break. Dishes still need doing. Kids still need feeding. And the economy is kicking everyone's ass. Vanessa's Parting Wisdom: "Your body's doing that to protect you. The key is to give your adrenal glands the time and space to do their job — and that means managing your stress, not just your macros." Connect with Vanessa Gatelein: Find her on Instagram for food videos and updates, and keep an eye out for Back to Her — her upcoming group program on keto, hormone health, blood sugar, and nervous system reset. CHAPTERS:00:00 Keto Meets Menopause 02:46 Defining Keto and Early Wins 07:28 Risks Cycling and Women’s Hormones 23:58 Tracking Ketosis Data 27:41 Who Should Go Keto Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Mentioned in this episode: Come See Our Faces - Live Every Wednesday That's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET. Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener! Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next. Ready to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about! Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network

    49 min
  8. Food Processor vs. Air Fryer: The Kitchen Gadget Showdown - So Frickin' Mini

    Apr 22

    Food Processor vs. Air Fryer: The Kitchen Gadget Showdown - So Frickin' Mini

    Got 10 Minutes? Megan's gutting her kitchen for a renovation, so naturally we're talking gadgets. Which ones do we actually use? Which ones are collecting dust? And which one did Megan love so much she broke it with her bare hands? Danna's ride-or-die is the food processor. There have been times it broke and she told her family: we're not eating that tonight. I am not grating. Megan's obsessed with her air fryer—frozen chicken to dinner in under 20 minutes. Danna fires back with the Instant Pot, which she's convinced is basically Rosie from the Jetsons. Then there's the citrus juicer debate, a fork-based life hack, and a garlic press disagreement that may never be resolved. That's your 10 minutes. Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website Leave us a Voicemail Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community Watch us on YouTube Connect with us on Substack K, love you, byeeeee Mentioned in this episode: So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast Network Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland SwissCast Network

    12 min
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Two health coaches. One mission. Zero B.S. Welcome to So Frickin’ Healthy—the podcast where women's health gets real. We’re Megan & Danna—functional health nerds, unapologetic truth-tellers, and proud potty mouths—here to cut through the wellness noise with raw convos, expert insights, and gut-trusting guidance. From hormone chaos and gut health to burnout and body image, we’re not afraid to go there (and drop a few f-bombs along the way). Whether you’re healing, thriving, or still figuring your sh*t out, you’re in the right place. Let’s reclaim health—without restriction, without shame, and with a hell of a lot of laughs. 🎙️🔥

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