Healthy Buzz: Real Talk on Hormones, Gut Health & Women’s Wellness

Brandee Hommerding
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Healthy Buzz is the unfiltered podcast for women who are done with generic and outdated health advice. Hosted by Certified Nutrition Therapy Practitioner, Brandee Hommerding, we get real about hormone health, gut issues, and sustainable nutrition — with expert interviews, vulnerable conversations, and practical tips you can actually use. This isn’t about wellness trends or quick fixes — it’s about sustainable, science-backed strategies for women who want to feel vibrant without the burnout, guilt, or BS. Start taking back control of your health — one unfiltered conversation at a time.

  1. 22H AGO

    34. Building Health That Actually Lasts with Emily Horstman

    Longevity isn’t built through punishment, restriction, or chasing the next wellness trend. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with registered dietitian Emily Horstman of Healthier Span to unpack what longevity really means — and why healthspan, not hustle, should be the goal. We challenge the biohacking-first narrative and talk about building long-term health through self-respect, joy, and sustainable daily foundations rather than extremes. This conversation explores why prevention-focused care matters, how to think critically about wellness trends, and what actually supports a healthier, more vibrant life over time. Emily shares a grounded, science-informed perspective that meets women where they are — without fear, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking. In This Episode: The difference between lifespan and healthspan — and why quality of life matters moreWhy longevity shouldn’t feel like discipline, deprivation, or punishmentHow to evaluate biohacking trends without bypassing the basicsThe five foundational pillars that matter most for long-term healthSimple, low-barrier ways to support nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and connectionWhy self-respect and joy are essential — not optional — for sustainable wellnessHow to stop outsourcing your intuition and start trusting your body’s feedback Interested in High-Protein Recipes? Download your 7 day meal plan for free here: https://beecollectivewellness.com/high-protein-meal-plan Connect with Emily:  Website: https://healthierspan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agingbetterrd/ Substack: https://eip9549.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web   Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup  Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/  Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com

    43 min

  2. FEB 10

    33. Psilocybin for Women: Microdosing, Neuroplasticity & Deep Healing with Ericka Day

    Healing isn’t just about what you do—it’s about uncovering what’s been buried. Psilocybin can help women access the parts of themselves they’ve long ignored and reclaim their inner power. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Ericka Day, a psilocybin medicine facilitator and microdosing guide, to explore how this ancient tool is being used today for personal transformation. Ericka breaks down the science behind microdosing and macro dosing, explains how psilocybin supports neuroplasticity, and shares how this medicine can help women break free from ingrained thought patterns, cultural programming, and old narratives around femininity and motherhood. We dive into Ericka’s personal journey, including how psilocybin helped her reconcile her upbringing, embrace motherhood, and navigate the challenges of postpartum life. This episode is for women curious about plant medicine, personal growth, and conscious self-exploration. In this episode:  The difference between microdosing and macrodosing psilocybin, and how each supports personal growthHow psilocybin promotes neuroplasticity to help break old thought patternsEricka’s personal journey using psilocybin to reclaim her femininity and navigate motherhoodThe role of facilitators and why guidance is crucial for macro dose experiencesWhy integration—the application of insights—is key to lasting change Interested in delicious, high-protein recipes? Download your 7-day high-protein plan here: https://beecollectivewellness.com/high-protein-meal-plan Connect with Ericka:  Website: https://www.erickadayrising.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erickadayrising/ The Kind Teacher Website: https://www.thekindteacher.org/ The Kind Teacher Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.kind.teacher/   Macrodosing Guide For Deep Healing Freebie: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/611174496/ DMT: The Spirit Molecule: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51654.DMT Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/ Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com

    40 min

  3. FEB 3

    32. Supporting the Whole Person in Cancer Care with Dr. Meghan Zech, ND, FABNO

    Cancer prevention isn’t a punishment plan and fear is not a strategy. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Dr. Meghan Zech of Sana Pacifica, a naturopathic doctor specializing in integrative oncology (FABNO), to talk about cancer prevention, treatment support, and survivorship through a whole-person lens. We move beyond “standard of care” and into the body’s terrain — including inflammation, metabolic health, gut health, environmental exposures, and nervous system regulation — and why these foundations matter for long-term resilience. This conversation is for women who want science-backed support without restriction, shame, or fear-based wellness noise. In This Episode:  Why integrative oncology supports the whole person, not just the tumorThe survivorship gap no one prepares you for and what to do when treatment endsFactors that influence risk over time: inflammation, hormones, infections, toxins, and metabolismThe truth about sugar and cancer, plus what matters more than cutting it outWhy nervous system regulation is a prevention and recovery tool — not a luxurySimple rituals, “glimmers,” and practical ways to shift out of chronic stress modeDetox without the gimmicks: what your body actually needs to clear waste effectivelyNutrition strategies that support cellular health, gut function, and long-term resilienceHow to find a qualified integrative oncology provider (including FABNO credentials) Resources Mentioned:  Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP): https://oncologyanp.org FABNO Certification (Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology): https://oncologyanp.org/fabno CancerChoices: https://cancerchoices.org Know Integrative Oncology: https://knowintegrativeoncology.org    Do you want to optimize blood sugar and achieve optimal hormone health? Join Brandee’s Blood Sugar Savvy course. Use code BUZZ to save $30 at https://beecollectivewellness.com/blood-sugar-savvy Connect with Meghan:  Website: https://www.sanapacifica.com/ Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter:  https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    44 min

  4. JAN 27

    31. PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and the Mind–Body Disconnect with Agnieszka Fronia

    Most women with PCOS aren’t failing their bodies, they’re surviving a system that keeps them uninformed. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Agnieszka Fronia, psychologist and PCOS advocate behind Eviva Health, to uncover the invisible layers of PCOS that rarely get addressed. We dive into the emotional toll of delayed diagnosis, why restrictive advice backfires, and how understanding the true nature of PCOS can completely change how women support their bodies and minds. This conversation is for women with PCOS who are tired of conflicting advice and ready for grounded, sustainable support that actually makes sense. In This Episode: Why PCOS is far more than “cysts on ovaries” and what’s actually happening in the bodyThe hidden mental health impact of PCOSWhy years-long delays in diagnosis are common and how to advocate for yourselfHow insulin resistance fuels cravings, fatigue, and androgen symptomsWhy “eat less, exercise more” often worsens PCOS outcomesWhat birth control really does for PCOS and what it doesn’t fixHow restriction leads to disordered eating and metabolic stressSimple, realistic nutrition shifts that support hormones without extremesThe overlooked role of sleep, stress, and nervous system regulationHow to start managing PCOS with small, sustainable changes instead of burnout Episode 19 | Understanding Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, and the Myths That Keep Women Stuck with Dr.Samantha Turetsky, PsyD: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3W595Y6JMYSHN8SqVewrJA?si=645f818519934852   Connect with Agnieszka:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agnieszka.fronia Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@agnieszkafronia Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup  Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    46 min

  5. JAN 20

    30. Why Women Need Strength Training Now with Allie Jackson

    Muscle isn’t a “fitness goal”. It’s a survival skill for your hormones, metabolism, and long-term health. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Allie Jackson of Mainstay Performance to break down why strength training matters so much for women, especially in perimenopause. We talk about how muscle supports metabolic health, hormone stability, and healthy aging—and why “more cardio and less food” often backfires as your body changes. Allie explains progressive overload in a way that actually makes sense, plus what recovery really has to do with results. We also get into popular trends like cycle syncing and weighted vests—what the data does (and doesn’t) say, and why your body’s feedback matters more than internet rules. This episode is for you if you’re navigating midlife body changes, feel stuck in chronic dieting or high-intensity workouts, or want a sustainable fitness approach that supports energy, strength, and long-term health. In this episode: Why muscle is “expensive” and how that supports metabolism, hormones, and longevityThe perimenopause trap: estrogen shifts, cardio overload, and unintended muscle lossWhy chronic calorie deficits stall progress and drain energy, mood, sleep, and performanceWhat is reverse dieting and how to use it effectively Progressive overload for beginners, plus why recovery weeks matterTrainer red flags to watch for before you spend your moneyCycle syncing and weighted vests: Are they worth the hype? Cardio done right: why balance matters and how heart-rate zones fit inA simple starting plan to balance weight lifting and cardio Allie's free week of her Fortify strength program: https://mainstayperformance.com/fortify-freeweek Connect with Allie: Website: https://mainstayperformance.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mainstay_performance/ Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    52 min

  6. JAN 13

    29. Bariatric Surgery, GLP-1s, and the Biology of Weight with Megan Moore, RDN

    Weight loss has been oversimplified for far too long, and that narrative is costing women their health, confidence, and trust in their bodies. In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Megan Moore, registered dietitian and founder of My Bariatric Dietitian, to dismantle the myth that weight is just about willpower. Together, we unpack the science behind obesity, bariatric surgery, and GLP-1 medications — and why these tools are not shortcuts, but legitimate medical interventions when used correctly. This episode is for women who want to understand their bodies, make informed decisions about medical weight-loss tools, and move forward without shame or restriction. In This Episode: Why weight loss is not a willpower issue — and how biology actually drives obesityHow bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications work in the bodyThe key differences between common bariatric proceduresThe real risks of rapid weight loss, including muscle loss and metabolic slowdownWhy nutrition, behavior change, and mindset support matter just as much as the toolHow to create sustainable results without shame, restriction, or rebound weight gain Do you want to optimize blood sugar and achieve optimal hormone health? Join Brandee’s Blood Sugar Savvy course. Use code BUZZ to save $30 at https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/blood-sugar-savvy  Connect with Megan: Website: https://www.mybariatricdietitian.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybariatricdietitian/?hl=en    Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    47 min

  7. JAN 6

    28. Fitness, Hormones, and Burnout: A Nervous System Reset with Madalyn Baer

    Your hormones, gut, and energy can’t regulate when your nervous system feels under attack. In this episode, I sit down with Madalyn Baer of Wise Bite Wellness to break down how stress quietly drives fatigue, bloating, anxiety, and hormone chaos. We talk about why pushing harder with workouts and “perfect” nutrition can backfire when your nervous system is overloaded. Madalyn shares how her own gut and hormone struggles led her to a nervous-system-safe approach to movement and how women can use their energy and rhythms to train smarter, recover better, and feel more at peace in their bodies. In This Episode: Why being “consistent” with workouts can actually keep your body stuck in fatigue, bloating, and hormone imbalanceHow chronic stress silently shuts down digestion, ovulation, and recovery—even when nutrition looks perfectThe subtle signs your workouts are stressing your nervous system instead of strengthening itWhy pushing harder often leads to burnout, blood sugar crashes, and worsening gut symptomsHow to use cycle syncing as a permission-based guide, not a rigid set of rulesHow to use energy cues (and moon phases) when cycles aren’t regular (birth control, peri/post menopause)How tuning into energy creates easier consistency and better resultsThe mindset shift that helps women stop fighting their bodies and finally feel safe in themWhy nervous system regulation is the missing link for sustainable healing Interested in delicious, high-protein recipes? Download your 7-day high-protein plan here: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/high-protein-recipes Connect with Madalyn: Website: https://wisebitewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisebitewellness/ Free quiz - What's Your Body Stress Type: https://wisebitewellness.com/whats-your-body-stress-type Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    42 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    27. Thyroid, Fatigue, and Hormone Imbalance with Alison Percowycz

    Your thyroid can look “normal” on paper and still be driving fatigue, weight changes, constipation, mood shifts, painful periods, and fertility struggles In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Alison Percowycz of Well North Functional Medicine, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and functional medicine provider, to unpack what women are rarely told about thyroid health. Alison shares her path from academic medicine into functional medicine after navigating her own Hashimoto’s diagnosis, postpartum thyroid instability, and a fertility journey that highlighted the gap between normal and optimal care. In this episode: Why “normal” thyroid labs often miss what’s actually driving your symptomsThe critical difference between TSH and the hormones your body truly usesHow poor T4 to T3 conversion keeps fatigue, weight gain, and constipation stuckThe hidden impact of stress, under-fueling, and diet culture on thyroid healthWhat thyroid antibodies really mean and why autoimmunity is often overlookedNormal vs optimal thyroid labs and symptom patternsHow stress, under-eating, and gut health affect the thyroidThyroid changes during pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopauseHashimoto’s, thyroid antibodies, and autoimmune driversThyroid medication options and individualized careWhat proper follow-up and lab monitoring should look like Interested in delicious, high-protein recipes? Download your 7-day high-protein plan here: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/high-protein-recipes Connect with Alison: Website: https://wellnorthfunctionalmedicine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnorthfunctionalmed/ Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/

    51 min
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Healthy Buzz is the unfiltered podcast for women who are done with generic and outdated health advice. Hosted by Certified Nutrition Therapy Practitioner, Brandee Hommerding, we get real about hormone health, gut issues, and sustainable nutrition — with expert interviews, vulnerable conversations, and practical tips you can actually use. This isn’t about wellness trends or quick fixes — it’s about sustainable, science-backed strategies for women who want to feel vibrant without the burnout, guilt, or BS. Start taking back control of your health — one unfiltered conversation at a time.

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