Cheat Code Nutrition

Elly Young
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Unlock your body’s unique cheat code for lasting health, longevity, and vibrant living. Join Elly Young — Integrative and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, root cause detective, and specialist in genetic testing and hormone balance — as she helps you decode your personal blueprint for optimal health. Through insights from neuroscience, functional medicine, and precision nutrition, you’ll learn how to make targeted changes that align with your unique biology. With practical tips, science-backed strategies, and real-world stories, this podcast is your guide to thriving at every stage of life.

  1. Cultivating a Mindset for Lasting Change in the New Year

    JAN 2

    Cultivating a Mindset for Lasting Change in the New Year

    In this episode, we’re kicking off the New Year with something deeper than another “new year, new you” checklist. We’re talking about the mental groundwork that must come first if you want to create real, lasting change in your health, habits, and mindset. Whether your goal is to cut back on alcohol, improve your nutrition, move your body more, or just feel better — this episode walks you through the foundational mindset shifts required to actually stick with those changes. ✨ In this episode, I cover:Why willpower and motivation aren’t enoughHow to reflect on the past year with clarity and compassionThe 7 mindset threats that quietly sabotage changeHow to rewire old identity loops and limiting beliefsWhy shifting your environment is criticalWhat it actually means to move yourself to the top of your priority listAnd the key question to ask before you do anything new this year🔥 Takeaway:You can’t willpower your way into a new identity. You must get honest, curious, and intentional — and it starts with how you think. 🎁 Bonus Offer: Gut Reset CodePair this mindset work with real gut healing — the perfect complement to your Dry January or New Year detox. My Gut Reset Code includes: A 4-phase gut healing protocol4 one-on-one coaching sessions with meAll your therapeutic supplements shipped to your doorStep-by-step support to reset your gut, boost your energy, balance your mood, and strengthen your immune system💻 Click here to learn more or join now! ✨ Mini DNA Testing and Coaching PackageHere’s the truth: Your biology plays a huge role in how you feel, how you cope, and how you stay motivated to make change. That’s why I now offer a Mini Gene Testing + Personalized Coaching — to help you understand your unique biological blueprint and stop guessing. When you understand your genetic code, you can: Learn how alcohol uniquely impacts your sleep, mood, hormones, and gutDiscover how to fuel your body based on your DNAMake health changes that feel aligned, not forcedStay motivated with science-backed, personalized insight💥 Your genes can give you clarity on what your future self needs to thrive — not just willpower. 🔗 Ready to work with me?Start your Future Self Health journey with a Gene Test & Precision Nutrition. You’ll get a full DNA test + 2 private coaching sessions with me to: Understand your unique biologyCustomize your food, supplement, and lifestyle planFinally start healing with clarity, not confusion🎯 Start the new year with a plan built for YOUR body. 🌿 Gain clarity. Build momentum. Make empowered choices. 📌 Links + Resources: 🧬 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE❤️ Remember: You don’t have to numb to cope. You can build a life that doesn’t require escape. And it starts by understanding how you’re built. I’ll show you how. Follow me on Instagram → @mycheatcodenutrition.com Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    46 min
  2. My 5 Go-To Strategies to Boost Immunity in 24 Hours

    12/18/2025

    My 5 Go-To Strategies to Boost Immunity in 24 Hours

    This time of year stacks the odds against your immune system: late nights, more sugar, more stress, more alcohol, less sleep... and a gut that starts to tip out of balance. In this episode, I’m walking you through the real reasons your immune system feels more vulnerable in December — and more importantly, how to tip the scales back in your favor with small, daily choices. If you’re someone who can feel yourself on the edge of getting sick, this is your gentle guide to shore up your resilience using food, lifestyle, and some of my favorite low-effort immune-boosting rituals. 💡 What You’ll Learn:Why the gut is your immune system’s command center (especially during the holidays)What disrupts gut balance and immunity most this time of year — and how to reduce the damageSimple “gut reset” days and how to use them strategicallyMy go-to immunity shot recipe (+ how to make it fun for kids!)How oil pulling + tongue scraping helped me avoid getting sickWhy poly-spice blends work better than isolated supplementsThe fiber-rich, kid-approved product that’s been a game-changerMy full supplement stack when I feel a cold coming onHow your genes influence your immune response — and how to personalize your gut support🛠 Resources & Links:🧬 Interested in Gene Testing + Precision Nutrition Coaching?[Click here to apply or learn more]🥄 Try freezing your immunity shots in festive molds for a fun mocktail upgrade!💊 My supplement stack: zinc, selenium, quercetin, buffered vitamin C, curcumin, omega-3s🛎 Call to Action:If you’re ready to take your gut health and immunity to the next level — without guessing — let’s personalize your plan. I use gene testing and functional insights to help you create targeted strategies that work with your body, not against it. 📩 DM me “IMMUNITY” on Instagram or apply Cheat Code Nutrition Let’s build your resilience from the inside out. 💬 Share the Love:Loved this episode? Leave a reviewShare it with a friend who’s always getting sick this time of yearScreenshot & tag me on IG @cheatcodenutrition so I can cheer you on! ✨ Your Future Self Health Starts NowHere’s the truth: Your biology plays a huge role in how you feel, how you cope, and how you stay motivated to make change. That’s why I now offer Gene Testing + Personalized Coaching — to help you understand your unique biological blueprint and stop guessing. When you understand your genetic code, you can: Learn how alcohol uniquely impacts your sleep, mood, hormones, and gutDiscover how to fuel your body based on your DNAMake health changes that feel aligned, not forcedStay motivated with science-backed, personalized insight💥 Your genes can give you clarity on what your future self needs to thrive — not just willpower. 🔗 Ready to work with me?Start your Future Self Health journey with a Gene Test & Precision Nutrition. You’ll get a full DNA test + 4 private coaching sessions with me to: Understand your unique biologyCustomize your food, supplement, and lifestyle planFinally start healing with clarity, not confusion🎯 Start the new year with a plan built for YOUR body. 🌿 Gain clarity. Build momentum. Make empowered choices. 📌 Links + Resources: 💥 Get your 20% OFF with code LETSGO🧬 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching🧠 Ready to work with me on Functional Nutrition? Check out 👉 Foundations Reset👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE ❤️ Remember: You don’t have to numb to cope. You can build a life that doesn’t require escape. And it starts by understanding how you’re built. I’ll show you how. Follow me on Instagram → @find_myself_free Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Instagram: @find_myself_free Website: www.mycheatcodenutrition.com. Free Resources Here! Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    24 min
  3. Planting Seeds of Change for Your January Reboot

    12/12/2025

    Planting Seeds of Change for Your January Reboot

    In this episode, we’re flipping the script on the classic “I’ll start in January” mindset. December is full of distractions—late nights, stress, sugar, social pressure, and the ever-present pull of “just one more drink.” But what if this was the exact moment to plant the seeds for your transformation? We’re diving into: The 7 real threats to your Future Self (and how to outsmart them)Powerful mindset truths to help you reframe change as empowermentTangible steps to start building momentum before the ball dropsIf you’ve ever found yourself banking on your “January Self” to be magically more motivated, more disciplined, and more energized—this episode is your wake-up call (in the gentlest, most supportive way). Let’s stop outsourcing our growth and start preparing for the woman we want to become. ✨ Your Future Self Health Starts NowHere’s the truth: Your biology plays a huge role in how you feel, how you cope, and how you stay motivated to make change. That’s why I now offer Gene Testing + Personalized Coaching — to help you understand your unique biological blueprint and stop guessing. When you understand your genetic code, you can: Learn how alcohol uniquely impacts your sleep, mood, hormones, and gutDiscover how to fuel your body based on your DNAMake health changes that feel aligned, not forcedStay motivated with science-backed, personalized insight💥 Your genes can give you clarity on what your future self needs to thrive — not just willpower. 🔗 Ready to work with me?Start your Future Self Health journey with a Gene Test & Precision Nutrition. You’ll get a full DNA test + 4 private coaching sessions with me to: Understand your unique biologyCustomize your food, supplement, and lifestyle planFinally start healing with clarity, not confusion🎯 Start the new year with a plan built for YOUR body. 🌿 Gain clarity. Build momentum. Make empowered choices. 📌 Links + Resources: 💥 Get your 20% OFF with code LETSGO🧬 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching🧠 Ready to work with me on Functional Nutrition? Check out 👉 Foundations Reset👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE ❤️ Remember: You don’t have to numb to cope. You can build a life that doesn’t require escape. And it starts by understanding how you’re built. I’ll show you how. Follow me on Instagram → @find_myself_free Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Instagram: @find_myself_free Website: www.mycheatcodenutrition.com. Free Resources Here! Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    38 min
  4. 5 Motivating Reasons to Drink Less (or Not at All) This Holiday Season

    12/03/2025

    5 Motivating Reasons to Drink Less (or Not at All) This Holiday Season

    Feeling tempted to numb the stress, the family drama, or the awkward holiday dynamics with a drink (or five)? You’re not alone — but you do have a choice. In this episode, I’m giving you 5 powerful mindset and science-backed reasons to skip the booze this season and opt into something so much better. From gut health and sleep to emotional resilience and reimagining holiday traditions — this is your reminder that you’re not depriving yourself by not drinking. You’re actually leveling up your physical, emotional, and mental health. No shame. No pressure. Just truth, tools, and a new way forward. ✨ What You'll Learn:Why feeling “deprived” around alcohol keeps you stuck — and how to shift into an empowered mindsetThe gut-brain connection: how alcohol impacts serotonin, dopamine, and your ability to feel joyHow alcohol sabotages your sleep, immunity, and stress resilience (especially during the holidays)The role of alcohol in emotional reactivity and low motivation — and what happens when you take it outHow to reimagine your holidays without booze and create traditions that actually feel good and aligned🧬 Ready to Take It Deeper?If you’re ready to truly take charge of your health — not just guess your way through diets, supplements, or January resets — this is your sign. 👉 Check out my Gene Testing Package — now 20% off through December 3. You’ll get a full DNA test + 4 private coaching sessions with me to: Understand your unique biologyCustomize your food, supplement, and lifestyle planFinally start healing with clarity, not confusion🎯 Start the new year with a plan built for YOUR body. 📌 Links + Resources: 💥 Get your 20% OFF with code LETSGO🧬  Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching🧠 Ready to work with me? Check out 👉 Foundations Reset👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE ❤️ Remember: You don’t have to numb to cope. You can build a life that doesn’t require escape. And it starts by understanding how you’re built. I’ll show you how. 👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE 🔗 Resources & Links: Learn more about genetic testing + precision coaching → below Follow me on Instagram → @find_myself_free Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Instagram: @find_myself_free Website: www.mycheatcodenutrition.com. Free Resources Here! Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    25 min
  5. The Surprising Key To Self Soothing Without Alcohol or Food

    11/13/2025

    The Surprising Key To Self Soothing Without Alcohol or Food

    In this episode of Cheat Code Nutrition, I dive deep into the connection between emotional self-soothing, alcohol, and food—and how I finally broke free from using both as my primary comfort strategy. We’ve been programmed to associate alcohol and junk food with reward, fun, and relaxation—but that programming is what's keeping us stuck. Today, I’m unpacking how I shifted from relying on dopamine hits to feeling truly nourished, and how this shift didn't feel like restriction—it felt like freedom. If you've ever traded alcohol for sugar, or if choosing healthy food still feels like a chore, this episode is your wake-up call. The tipping point? SCIENCE. Understanding your body changes everything. We’re talking food, cravings, gut health, gene testing, motherhood, football snack stands, and how to build resilience so you’re not derailed when life gets hard. 💡 You’ll Learn: Why alcohol and food are rooted in the same dopamine/reward cycleHow to stop seeing healthy choices as sacrificesWhat shifted my mindset around food and alcohol—permanentlyWhy knowing your genes and gut is the cheat code to confidenceWhat your cravings and comfort foods are really telling youReal-life tools to stop numbing and start nourishing🔬 Mentioned in this episode: Gene Testing (Your personal health blueprint)GI Map (Gut health functional test)Supplements that help self-soothe without sedating youMy sleep routine (yes, sleep is now my favorite self-care tool!) 🖤 BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL — All November! Get 20% off my top two offers: Foundations Reset — 2 sessions to create a customized plan with optional functional labsGene Testing Package — includes the test + 4 coaching sessions to decode your DNA and dial in your plan 🎁 BONUS I'm gifting gene tests to my parents this Christmas—because this information changes lives. Maybe it’s time to gift it to yourself too, or a loved one. 📌 Links + Resources: 💥 Get your 20% OFF with code LETSGO🧬  Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching🧠 Ready to work with me? Check out 👉 Foundations Reset👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE ❤️ Remember: You don’t have to numb to cope. You can build a life that doesn’t require escape. And it starts by understanding how you’re built. I’ll show you how. 👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE 🔗 Resources & Links: Learn more about genetic testing + precision coaching → below Follow me on Instagram → @find_myself_free Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Instagram: @find_myself_free Website: www.mycheatcodenutrition.com. Free Resources Here! Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    37 min
  6. 5 Shortcuts to Prioritize Your Health in the Busy Season

    11/06/2025

    5 Shortcuts to Prioritize Your Health in the Busy Season

    If life has been “life-ing” you lately, this one's for you. I share five practical ways to simplify your health when everything else feels out of control. Whether you're a busy mom, a high-performing wellness seeker, or deep in perimenopause and looking for ways to feel less overwhelmed and more empowered—this episode delivers clarity, humor, and actionable insights. You’ll learn how to keep your health a priority without adding more to your already full plate—and why “doing less” might actually get you better results. 🧠 What You'll Learn The Top 5 Health Priorities to Focus on (Especially When Life Gets Chaotic) Gut Health: Why your gut is the front line of immunity, hormone balance & resilience—and how to nourish it simply. Sleep: Tips to create a cozy, cortisol-lowering bedtime routine (yes to eye masks & sunrise alarm clocks). Movement: How to sneak in nourishing movement without guilt, grind, or long workouts. Connection: How sober-minded socializing and micro-moments of joy with strangers build real wellbeing. Food Simplicity: Real talk on how to feed yourself and your family without it being a full-time job. The Microbiome Made Simple: Why fiber is queen, how to hit 30 plant varieties a week, and which gut-loving products are actually worth it (like sunfiber, Farmer’s Juice, and African Berbere spice blends). Real-Life Routines: How I prep food, manage after-school chaos, and hack dinner without elaborate cooking. Why You Might Be Exercising Wrong: A peek into how your genes influence which movement is best for your body. Sleep Fail Confessional: The cortisol supplement mistake that derailed sleep (and how she fixed it). 🪴 Mentioned in This Episode: 🧬 Foundations Reset: Two-session functional nutrition deep dive to help you stop guessing and start healing. Learn more & book here 📥 Free Guide – 5 Genes to Know to Optimize Your Health: Download now 🛒 Brands mentioned: Wild Pastures (regeneratively raised meat) SeaTopia (low-toxin salmon) Farmer’s Juice Sunfiber Lola Weighted Blanket Sunrise Alarm Clock African Berbere spice blends ✅ Foundations Reset – If you’re ready to feel better, start here. This is a gentle entry point into functional medicine, labs, and the deeper story your body might be trying to tell you. 👉 Foundations Reset This is the reset your body has been asking for. ✨ Less inflammation. More energy. Deeper calm. ✨ 💬 Let’s Work Together: 👉 Not sure where to start? Book your free call HERE 🔗 Resources & Links: Learn more about genetic testing + precision coaching → below Follow me on Instagram → @find_myself_free Coaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com 👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching 💛 Stay Connected: Instagram: @find_myself_free Website: www.mycheatcodenutrition.com. Free Resources Here! Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    44 min
  7. My Husband Went 30 days Alcohol Free and Here's What I Noticed

    10/29/2025

    My Husband Went 30 days Alcohol Free and Here's What I Noticed

    In this deeply personal episode, I share what it was like to watch my husband take a break from alcohol for Sober October—and the transformation that followed. From better sleep and improved patience to epic school lunches and spontaneous sprints (!), the ripple effect of one simple change was impossible to ignore. I talk honestly about what it stirred in me—both as someone who’s been alcohol-free for nearly five years and as a wife and mom witnessing her partner’s growth in real time. This episode isn’t about ultimatums or pressure. It’s about momentum, curiosity, and what becomes possible when we give ourselves (and our partners) the space to evolve. Whether you’re sober, sober curious, or just craving more energy and presence in your life, this one’s for you. 💡 What You’ll Learn:The surprising mental and emotional benefits of 30 alcohol-free daysHow small changes (like less social media + better food choices) build momentumWhy alcohol's impact goes beyond the drinker—it shifts family dynamicsHow to gently support a partner without control or pressureReal talk on the “gray area” between drinking and notWhat to do next if you’re not ready to quit but want to feel better📝 Things I Noticed When My Husband Stopped Drinking:Boosted mental health & motivationIncreased patience with kids (and me!)Less scrolling, more intentional actionNew energy for house projects, health goals, and parentingBetter food choices and sleep (with ripple effects on the whole family)A real sense of momentum and future-oriented thinking🪴 Mentioned in This Episode:✅ Foundations Reset – If you’re not ready to quit alcohol, but you are ready to feel better, start here. This is a gentle entry point into functional medicine, labs, and the deeper story your body might be trying to tell you. 👉 [Foundations Reset This is the reset your body has been asking for. ✨ Less inflammation. More energy. Deeper calm. ✨ 🔗 Resources & Links:Learn more about genetic testing + precision coaching → belowFollow me on Instagram → @find_myself_freeCoaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching💬 Let’s Work Together:👉 Ready to test your genes? Book your free call HERE 💛 Stay Connected:Instagram: @find_myself_freeWebsite: www.findmyselffree.com. Free Resources Here!Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode?Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

    23 min
  8. The Art of Being Flexible: How to Stop Letting Life’s Chaos Make You Sick

    10/21/2025

    The Art of Being Flexible: How to Stop Letting Life’s Chaos Make You Sick

    In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story from a stress-filled September that left me in a Hashimoto’s flare, with migraines, low energy, and a heavy mood—and how October brought a radical shift in how I handled stress (hint: it wasn’t about doing less, it was about letting go more). We dive deep into the science of how chronic stress disrupts your gut, inflames your body, and affects your mood—and why the way we react to daily chaos matters more than we think. We’ll explore how flexibility (not perfection) is the missing ingredient in your wellness routine, and why laughing at life’s absurdity might be more healing than green juice. 🧠 What You’ll Learn:What happens in your body (and gut) during chronic stressHow the gut-brain axis, vagus nerve, and HPA axis all play a role in mood, energy, and inflammationWhy leaky gut is real—and how it connects to anxiety, depression, and autoimmune flaresHow common coping strategies like alcohol, sugar, and skipping meals sabotage gut healthWhy “the art of flexibility” is your secret weapon for lowering inflammation and protecting your peaceHow to start rewiring your reaction to everyday stressors, one laugh and deep breath at a time🌿 Ready to Start Healing Your Gut (for real)?If this episode lit a fire under you to start caring for your gut and your whole body with more intention, check out my Foundations Reset. It’s your entry point into the world of Functional Nutrition, where I teach you exactly how to heal yourself and your gut with food—without the overwhelm. This is the reset your body has been asking for. ✨ Less inflammation. More energy. Deeper calm. ✨ Join us and start building your health from the ground up—one meal, one habit, one mindset shift at a time. 👉 Click here to learn more about the Foundations Reset 🔗 Resources & Links:Learn more about genetic testing + precision coaching → belowFollow me on Instagram → @find_myself_freeCoaching inquiries → www.mycheatcodenutrition.com👉 Click here to get started with genetic testing + coaching💬 Let’s Work Together:👉 Ready to test your genes? Book your free call HERE 💛 Stay Connected:Instagram: @find_myself_freeWebsite: www.findmyselffree.com. Free Resources Here!Subscribe to my Newsletter: 3-2-1 Heal 🎧 Loved this episode?Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women find this show and start their own sober glow-up journey.

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Unlock your body’s unique cheat code for lasting health, longevity, and vibrant living. Join Elly Young — Integrative and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, root cause detective, and specialist in genetic testing and hormone balance — as she helps you decode your personal blueprint for optimal health. Through insights from neuroscience, functional medicine, and precision nutrition, you’ll learn how to make targeted changes that align with your unique biology. With practical tips, science-backed strategies, and real-world stories, this podcast is your guide to thriving at every stage of life.

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  • Creator
    Elly Young
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Explicit