PlantFueled Femme

Clarissa Gannon

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Welcome to PlantFueled Femme, where we unravel the synergy between plant based nutrition, women's hormones, and gut health in concise episodes. Join us for bite-sized inspiration and actionable advice to optimize your physical and mental well-being. Elevate your health game with PlantFueled Femme—because feeling your best shouldn't be complicated!

Aug 13

EP111: Your Labs Are “Normal”: What Your Symptoms Could Be Telling You

What if your lab results say “normal” but your body is telling you something completely different? In this episode of PlantFueled Femme, we sit down with Lila Swanberg to unpack the symptom patterns that are often overlooked or treated as unrelated issues. From chronic fatigue and burnout to digestive issues, hormonal changes, stress, and feeling like you simply “don’t feel like yourself,” Lila shares why looking at the bigger picture can be so important when trying to understand your health. We talk about what it really takes to move from burnout to rebuilt — and why recovering your health isn't always about finding one magic solution, but about understanding the connections between your symptoms, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and overall wellbeing. In this episode, we explore: ✨ Why “normal” lab results don't always tell the complete story✨ The symptom patterns that often get overlooked✨ Why seemingly unrelated symptoms may actually be connected✨ What burnout can teach us about the state of your health✨ How to approach rebuilding your health from the ground up✨ The importance of looking beyond individual symptoms Meet Lila Swanberg Lila Swanberg is a Clinical Herbalist, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Functional Nutritionist, Podcast Host, and Founder of The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic. She brings an integrative approach to helping people better understand their bodies and create sustainable pathways toward better health. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
Jul 10

EP110: Pelvic Floor & Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know Before Lifting Weights | With Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach

If you've ever experienced leaking when you sneeze, pressure during workouts, or wondered whether strength training could make pelvic floor issues worse, this episode is for you. In this episode of PlantFueled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with Kim Vopni, widely known as The Vagina Coach, to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of women's health: pelvic floor health during perimenopause and menopause. Kim is a certified fitness professional, menopause support practitioner, bestselling author, and pelvic health educator who has spent more than 20 years helping women build stronger, healthier pelvic floors through evidence-based education and movement. Together, they explore: Why pelvic floor health changes during perimenopause and menopause The biggest myths about Kegels and pelvic floor exercises What every woman should know before lifting weights Common signs of pelvic floor dysfunction that shouldn't be ignored How strength training can support—not harm—your pelvic floor when done correctly Practical tips to improve bladder control, core strength, and confidence Whether you're just entering perimenopause, already navigating menopause, or looking to exercise safely and confidently, this conversation is packed with actionable advice that every woman over 35 should hear. If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another woman who deserves to feel strong from the inside out. #PelvicFloorHealth #Menopause #Perimenopause #StrengthTrainingForWomen #Women'sHealth #PlantFueledFemme
Jul 2

EP109: How Somatic Breathwork Can Heal Trauma, Reduce Anxiety & Transform Your Life | Sara Putney

Have you ever felt like you've done the mindset work, but your body still feels stuck in stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm? In this episode of PlantFueled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with Sara Putney, a certified Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork Facilitator, to explore how healing begins in the body—not just the mind. Sara shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma and anxiety to finding freedom through somatic breathwork. Together, they discuss how intentional breathing can help release stored emotions, regulate the nervous system, reduce chronic stress, and reconnect you with your authentic self. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, burnout, motherhood, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers hope and practical tools to begin your healing journey. In This Episode, You'll Learn:Connect with Sara Putney ✨ What somatic breathwork is and how it works🌿 Why trauma and stress are stored in the body💚 How breathwork supports nervous system regulation🧠 The connection between emotional healing and physical wellness👩‍👧 Breaking generational patterns through body-first healing🌸 How to cultivate greater peace, presence, and self-compassion Healing isn't about becoming someone new, it's about coming home to yourself. 🌿 Website:https://remotheringmamas.com/ 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/remotheringmamas/ 🎁 Exclusive for PlantFueled Femme listeners:Enjoy 50% OFF Sara's Prosperity Practice using this link:https://remothering-mamas.newzenler.com/courses/prosperity?coupon=podcast50 🎙️ Listen to more empowering conversations on PlantFueled Femme, where we explore plant-based living, hormone health, emotional wellness, fitness, and holistic strategies to help women thrive through every stage of life.
Jun 25

EP 108: The Blood Tests Most Doctors Skip: Hidden Labs Every Woman Needs Before Perimenopause & Menopause with Cindy Dupuie

In This Episode:What if the answers to your fatigue, weight gain, hormone imbalances, brain fog, digestive issues, and menopause symptoms were hiding in blood tests your doctor never ordered? In this eye-opening episode of PlantFuelled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with functional medicine practitioner and nutritionist Cindy Dupuie to uncover the most important lab markers women should be tracking especially during perimenopause and menopause. You'll discover why many women are told their blood work is "normal" while still struggling with symptoms, and learn which overlooked biomarkers can help identify potential health issues long before they become serious disease. Cindy shares her expertise in digestion, thyroid health, blood work interpretation, and women's health during the menopause transition, helping you understand how proactive testing can transform your energy, metabolism, hormones, and long-term health. ✅ The most overlooked blood tests women should request✅ Why "normal" lab ranges don't always mean optimal health✅ Hidden thyroid markers that impact energy, weight, and hormones✅ The connection between digestion, inflammation, and menopause symptoms✅ Early warning signs of chronic disease found in blood work✅ Functional medicine insights every woman over 40 should know✅ How to advocate for better testing and better answers If you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, unexplained symptoms, or simply want to take a proactive approach to your health, this episode could completely change how you view your lab results. 🎧 Subscribe to PlantFuelled Femme for evidence-based conversations on women's health, hormone balance, menopause, nutrition, and thriving through midlife. #Perimenopause #Menopause #FunctionalMedicine #Women'sHealth #HormoneBalance #BloodWork #ThyroidHealth #GutHealth #HealthyAging #MenopauseSupport #PlantFuelledFemme
Jun 10

EP107: Why Testosterone Matters for Women: The Hormone Nobody Talks About

Many women think testosterone is only a male hormone—but that's far from the truth. In this episode of PlantFuelled Femme, Coach Clarissa breaks down everything you need to know about testosterone and why it's an essential hormone for women's health. You'll learn what testosterone does in the female body, how it supports energy, muscle maintenance, metabolism, mood, confidence, libido, and overall well-being, and what can happen when levels become too low. Coach Clarissa also discusses how age, stress, menopause, nutrition, and lifestyle factors can impact testosterone production and why understanding this hormone is crucial for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and weight loss resistance. If you've been struggling with low energy, difficulty building muscle, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, or feeling like yourself lately, this episode will help you understand one often-overlooked piece of the hormone health puzzle. In This Episode: ✔️ What testosterone is and how women produce it✔️ Why testosterone is not just a "male hormone"✔️ The role of testosterone in energy, metabolism, and muscle health✔️ Testosterone and women's hormone balance✔️ Common signs of low testosterone in women✔️ How aging, stress, and menopause affect testosterone levels✔️ Lifestyle habits that support healthy hormone function Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, this episode will help you better understand your body and advocate for your health. 🎙️ Hosted by Coach Clarissa, Plant-Based Health Coach and Founder of EmpowerHER Wellness. #Women'sHealth #TestosteroneForWomen #HormoneBalance #Perimenopause #Menopause #HealthyAging #Women'sWellness #Metabolism #WeightLossOver40 #HormoneHealth #PlantBasedWellness #PlantFuelledFemme
May 20

EP106: The Midlife Shift: Holistic Modalities for Women’s Hormones, Health & Vitality

In this insightful episode of PlantFuelled Femme, holistic health educator, author, and founder of ZuZu Unleashed, Karen Armes, joins us for an empowering conversation about the major changes women experience in their bodies during midlife. From hormonal shifts and energy changes to stress, metabolism, and overall wellness, Karen breaks down the different holistic modalities that can help women better understand, support, and care for their bodies naturally during this important stage of life. After overcoming chronic epilepsy and scoliosis through natural healing, Karen now helps women worldwide reclaim resilience, vitality, and balance through integrative and science-backed wellness strategies. Together, we explore how women can navigate midlife with more awareness, confidence, and practical tools for long-term health.If you’re navigating midlife changes or simply want to better understand your body and hormones, this episode is packed with empowering insights and holistic wellness guidance.
May 13

EP 105: Healing From the Inside Out: Barb’s Cancer Journey & Holistic Recovery.

In this powerful episode of PlantFuelled Femme, we sit down with Barb to talk about her deeply personal cancer journey, what led her to explore holistic healing, and the life-changing lessons she discovered along the way. Barb is a women’s health coach specializing in hormone support and using nutrition as part of a holistic approach to cancer care and overall wellness. She’s passionate about helping women feel empowered, take control of their health, and truly live their healthiest, best life from the inside out. Together, we dive into the importance of getting to the root cause of disease instead of simply masking symptoms, the connection between gut health and overall wellness, and why believing in the body’s ability to heal can be such a transformative part of the recovery journey. Barb also shares how nutrition, movement, mindset, and holistic wellness helped shape her path toward healing from the inside out. This episode is filled with hope, empowerment, and meaningful insights for anyone navigating health challenges, seeking answers, or wanting to better support their body naturally.
Apr 29

EP105: Why Cortisol Matters More Than You Think: The hidden reason your hormones, fat loss, and energy feel off.

In this powerful solo episode, Coach Clarissa breaks down one of the most overlooked hormones affecting women’s health—cortisol. If you’ve been doing everything “right” but still struggling with stubborn weight, low energy, constant cravings, or feeling wired and exhausted at the same time… this episode is for you. Cortisol isn’t just your “stress hormone.” It plays a critical role in your metabolism, fat storage (especially belly fat), sleep, mood, and overall hormonal balance. And when it’s dysregulated, it can quietly sabotage your progress—no matter how clean you eat or how hard you train. This is your reminder: your body isn’t broken—you just need to understand how to work with it, not against it. 🎧 Tune in and start taking back control of your hormones, your energy, and your results. — ✨ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear this and tag us on social! 💬 Want deeper support? Reach out to learn more about personalized coaching and hormone-focused strategies with Coach Clarissa.

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Creator

Clarissa Gannon
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

114
Rating

Explicit
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PlantFueled Femme

PlantFueled Femme

Episodes

EP111: Your Labs Are “Normal”: What Your Symptoms Could Be Telling You

EP110: Pelvic Floor & Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know Before Lifting Weights | With Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach

EP109: How Somatic Breathwork Can Heal Trauma, Reduce Anxiety & Transform Your Life | Sara Putney

EP 108: The Blood Tests Most Doctors Skip: Hidden Labs Every Woman Needs Before Perimenopause & Menopause with Cindy Dupuie

EP107: Why Testosterone Matters for Women: The Hormone Nobody Talks About

EP106: The Midlife Shift: Holistic Modalities for Women’s Hormones, Health & Vitality

EP 105: Healing From the Inside Out: Barb’s Cancer Journey & Holistic Recovery.

EP105: Why Cortisol Matters More Than You Think: The hidden reason your hormones, fat loss, and energy feel off.

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