Nourished Living

Courtney Podany

Nourished Living is a holistic wellness podcast for women who want to nourish their bodies beyond food, through grounded nutrition, nervous system regulation, energetics, and a deeper connection to nature and self. Hosted by Courtney Podany, Nutritional Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience, this podcast bridges science and intuition to help you feel more regulated, resilient, and at home in your body. Each episode offers realistic, sustainable shifts, from blood sugar balance and digestion to mindset, movement, and daily rituals, that fit into real life. No diets ever. No deprivation. Just supportive practices that help your body feel safe, nourished, and energized. If you’re ready to move out of survival mode and into a more vibrant, connected way of living, hit subscribe and begin your journey to truly nourished living. Follow Courtney on Instagram:  @healthywithcourtneyy https://www.instagram.com/healthywithcourtneyy/ Work with Courtney:  https://stan.store/nourished_living_

  1. 4D AGO

    37 - How I Manage My Anxiety

    In Part 2 of this anxiety series, Courtney shares exactly how she manages and reduces her anxiety using food, nutrition, and nervous system regulation. Building off Part 1, where she shared her personal experience with anxiety, this episode is packed with practical, doable tools you can start using today to calm your body, regulate your blood sugar, and step out of fight-or-flight. This episode is especially for you if you feel anxious, irritable, overwhelmed, or stuck in your head and want natural, supportive ways to feel calmer and more grounded. In This Episode, We Cover: Nutrition Tools to Reduce Anxiety Why blood sugar regulation is foundational for anxietyWhy skipping meals or eating carbs alone can increase anxietyCourtney’s experience with refined sugar and anxietyWhy eating before coffee matters for nervous system healthHow to start noticing which foods personally trigger anxiety for youNervous System Regulation Practices Vagus nerve massage (and how to do it)Grounding barefoot in natureJournaling to release anxious thoughts and identify triggersBreathworkImportant Reminders You don’t need to do all of these tools at onceDifferent tools will work at different timesAnxiety management is about practice and repetition, not perfectionRegulating your nervous system is not about fixing yourself, but supporting your bodyFree Resource Everything shared in this episode starts with nervous system regulation, which is why Courtney created her free 10-Minute Calm Morning Routine. This simple, doable routine helps teach your body that it’s safe—before the day starts asking too much of you. 👉 Grab the free Calm Morning Routine here Work with Courtney

    23 min
  2. JAN 19

    36 - My Journey with Anxiety

    In this deeply personal episode, Courtney shares her lived experience with anxiety for the very first time—without an outline, without teaching, and straight from the heart. From realizing that not everyone feels constant internal tension, to navigating postpartum anxiety, people-pleasing, boundary-setting, and the pressure of a fast-paced world, this episode offers an honest look at what anxiety has felt like throughout her life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, overwhelmed by the future, or disconnected from your body, this episode will help you feel less alone and remind you that healing doesn’t have to be all or nothing. In This Episode, We Discuss: What anxiety has felt like throughout Courtney’s lifeRealizing that constant anxiety isn’t “normal” for everyoneHow anxiety shows up physically (tightness, heaviness, racing thoughts)The role of people-pleasing, boundaries, and fear of others’ opinionsPostpartum anxiety after both pregnanciesThe power of getting out of your head and back into your bodyWhy anxiety often means we’re living in the future instead of the presentPart 2 of this series will focus on how Courtney manages anxiety through food, nervous system regulation, and simple daily practices you can realistically incorporate into your life. Free Resource Mentioned: Get your 10-Minute Calm Morning Reset HERE! A free guide designed to help you start your day feeling calm, grounded, and regulated without adding more to your plate. Includes: A quick version for busy morningsA slower, expanded option when you have more timeConnect with Courtney: Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy Work with Courtney

    19 min
  3. 12/08/2025

    34 - Reclaiming Sovereignty Through Nature, Intuition & Herbal Medicine with Courtney Tarbat of Feraly Rooted Essence

    In this deeply grounding conversation, I’m joined by Courtney Tarbat of Feraly Rooted Essence, a wild, earth-based herbalist living in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Together, we explore what it means to reconnect with nature, live cyclically with the seasons, and return to ancestral ways of wellness that honor both the land and the body. Courtney shares her journey from growing up outdoors, to competing as a Division II athlete, to studying kinesiology, to eventually shifting away from government-funded nutrition messaging and toward a more intuitive, land-based understanding of true vitality. Her passion for herbal medicine, wild foraging, and sovereignty over personal health led to the creation of her apothecary, Feraly Rooted Essence. What We Discuss Growing up rurally and how nature shaped her wellness journeyHow athleticism and kinesiology gave her an understanding of the human bodyWhat rewilding means and how ancestral wisdom guides her lifestyle The philosophy behind bioregional herbalism and working with the plants growing around you How her apothecary began organically through sharing products with friends Why her products are 100% essential-oil–free and the sustainability behind that choice Simple ways to reconnect with the land even if you live in a modern, indoor environmentConnect With Courtney Tarbat Instagram: @feraly.rooted.essence Website: feralyrootedessence.com Find her workshops, apothecary offerings, and nature-based wellness resources. Connect with Courtney Podany Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy Free Affirmation Audio: Your Glow-Up

    34 min
  4. 11/24/2025

    33 - Is Your Comfort Zone Actually Comfortable?

    In today’s episode, Courtney builds on last week’s tough-love message (“Enough is Enough”) and dives into a powerful mindset shift: most of us aren’t actually comfortable in our comfort zone, we’re just familiar with it. She explores why we stay stuck in places that don’t feel good, how “fine” becomes the new normal, and why one small act of courage can lead to a life that feels far more spacious, supported, and genuinely comfortable. This short, impactful episode will leave you rethinking the way you define comfort and motivate you to take the small steps that build resilience, confidence, and a life you actually feel good in. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why the “comfort zone” often isn’t comfortable at all — it’s just predictableHow staying where you are tricks you into believing you’re “fine”How building resilience works the same way as training a muscleWhy doing hard things (even tiny ones) expands your capacity in every area of lifeLinks: Intuitive Eating Masterclass — December 2nd A live 90-minute class to help you trust your body, ditch food rules, and reconnect with your intuition. Connect with Courtney on Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyyIf You Enjoyed This Episode… Please subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share with a friend who might need a little encouragement to break out of their “comfortable” but not-so-comfortable patterns. It helps this podcast reach the women who need these messages most.

    10 min
  5. 10/27/2025

    31 - Why Everyone's Talking About Protein (& Why It Matters)

    In this episode of the Nourished Living Podcast, we’re talking all things protein, what it does in your body, how to know if you’re eating enough, simple ways to add more into your meals, and what to look for when choosing a protein powder that actually supports your health goals. You’ll learn:  Why so many breakfasts (and lunches!) are low in protein — and how that affects your hunger and energy all day long How to know if your meal has enough protein — without counting calories or tracking macros Quick, easy, high-protein food and snack ideas My go-to trick for checking if a food is truly high in protein What I look for in a protein powder — and the brands I personally loveWhether you’re tired of feeling hungry all day, struggling with energy crashes, or just want to make smarter nutrition choices, this episode will help you build balanced, protein-rich meals that keep you full, satisfied, and thriving. Protein Powders Mentioned in This Episode: Vital Proteins CollagenKa’chava1st PhormGarden of LifeHeart & SoilConnect with Courtney:  If you’re ready to take your health to the next level, grab my ebook Glow From Within — your guide to nourishing your body with real food, balancing blood sugar, supporting your metabolism, and feeling your best from the inside out. Get Your Copy Here!Follow Courtney on Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyyIf you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you:  Subscribe to the show Leave a 5-star review Share it with a friend who’s always asking what to eat for more energyLet’s keep nourishing our bodies and living well — together.

    19 min

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About

Nourished Living is a holistic wellness podcast for women who want to nourish their bodies beyond food, through grounded nutrition, nervous system regulation, energetics, and a deeper connection to nature and self. Hosted by Courtney Podany, Nutritional Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience, this podcast bridges science and intuition to help you feel more regulated, resilient, and at home in your body. Each episode offers realistic, sustainable shifts, from blood sugar balance and digestion to mindset, movement, and daily rituals, that fit into real life. No diets ever. No deprivation. Just supportive practices that help your body feel safe, nourished, and energized. If you’re ready to move out of survival mode and into a more vibrant, connected way of living, hit subscribe and begin your journey to truly nourished living. Follow Courtney on Instagram:  @healthywithcourtneyy https://www.instagram.com/healthywithcourtneyy/ Work with Courtney:  https://stan.store/nourished_living_