Fit + Fueled Life Podcast

Carrots 'N' Cake
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Welcome to the Fit + Fueled Life podcast—where health, fitness, and fuel come together for a stronger, healthier, more confident you! I’m Tina Haupert, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified holistic nutrition coach, and macro cookbook author. This podcast is your go-to for sustainable fat loss, lean muscle building, hormone balance, and metabolic health—especially for women in perimenopause and beyond. Each week, we’ll dive into actionable strategies, expert insights, and real-life success stories to help you break through weight loss resistance, reclaim your energy, and create lasting change. Whether you're here to optimize your workouts, master your nutrition, balance your hormones, or level up your mindset, you’re in the right place. Let’s get you Fit + Fueled for life!

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep324: Peptides for Perimenopause: What Actually Works, What’s Safe, and What’s Hype

    In this episode, Tina is joined by returning guest Jennifer Woodward to cut through the noise and have an honest, experience-driven conversation about peptides in midlife. Drawing from years of hands-on use, client work, and clinical education, they unpack why peptides can be powerful tools when used strategically, how they fit alongside foundational habits like nutrition and strength training, and where unrealistic expectations often derail results. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Safety and long-term effects of peptides in perimenopause and menopause - The best peptides for women over 40 - Realistic timelines for noticing results - Tackling stubborn midlife belly fat and weight resistance - Protecting muscle and metabolism with GLP-1 peptides - Best peptides for supporting energy, brain fog, sleep, mood, and libido - How to know which peptides are best for you and your goals - Peptides for Practitioners Certification + Live Cohort now open for enrollment! Certification course + live cohort (50% off): https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/Hrosw4Mc?coupon_code=MARCHTINA Live cohort only (50% off): https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/be72Ve2V?coupon_code=COHORTADS Explore peptides via EllieMD: https://Elliemd.com/Carrotsncake Peptides for Women Course: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/3Q7wttmr?coupon_code=PEP Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

    35 min

  2. FEB 3

    Ep323: Glutathione: The Missing Link in Fat Loss, Hormones & Energy After 40

    In this episode, Tina breaks down glutathione, one of the most overlooked tools in women’s health, especially during perimenopause and after 40. Glutathione plays a key role in detoxification, hormone balance, energy production, inflammation control, and fat loss, yet levels naturally decline with age. Tina explains how chronic stress, inflammation, and metabolic strain can quietly deplete glutathione and stall progress, even when you’re eating well and training consistently. You’ll also learn why many glutathione supplements don’t work, what actually supports glutathione production, and how low levels can show up as fatigue, stubborn weight gain, poor recovery, and hormone symptoms. This episode is for women who feel like they’re doing everything “right” but still feel tired, inflamed, or stuck and want real clarity instead of another wellness trend. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why women over 40 are often running low on glutathione, your body’s master antioxidant - How oxidative stress silently sabotages fat loss, energy, hormones, and skin health - The surprising ways free radicals are damaging your cells (from UV rays to processed food) - Signs your body might be experiencing low glutathione or oxidative stress - Why dieting, excessive cardio, and stress can actually deplete this crucial antioxidant - Why oral glutathione supplements are a waste of money - How injectable glutathione works and why it’s worth it - Addressing concerns about GLPs + extra injections (why it’s simpler than you think) Glutathione: https://elliemd.com/product/glutathione-injection?bp=tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

    21 min

  3. JAN 27

    Ep322: Why a Nurse Practitioner Chose Fit + Fueled (After Trying Everything Else)

    In this episode, Tina sits down with Mackenzie, a nurse practitioner and Fit + Fueled client who was no stranger to health advice. She had the knowledge, the background, and was already doing many of the right things. But as she entered perimenopause, the strategies that once worked stopped delivering results. Inside Fit + Fueled, Mackenzie learned how to adjust her approach for this stage of life and use the right strategies and tools for her body. Together, they discuss why normal labs can be misleading, why foundations matter before advanced tools, and how thinking differently is what finally led to real progress. Here’s what you’ll learn: - What life looked like before joining, even with a strong health background - The moment she realized doing “all the right things” wasn’t enough - How Fit + Fueled is different from other programs she’d tried - The parts of the program that had the biggest impact - The tools, education, and support that actually changed her day-to-day life - How Fit + Fueled works for busy women who can’t attend calls live - What surprised her most once she was inside the program - What she would say to someone who’s on the fence about joining Fit + Fueled is open for enrollment: https://carrots-n-cake.mykajabi.com/fit+fueled Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

    22 min

  4. JAN 19

    Ep321: 7 Health Trends I Tried (And Changed My Mind About)

    After nearly two decades in the online health space, Tina Haupert dives into the 7 biggest health trends she’s personally tried and why she ultimately changed her mind about them. From cycle syncing, celery juice, and The Bean Protocol, to parasite detoxes, functional testing, and peptides, Tina breaks down what actually worked, what backfired, and what she continues to use as a woman navigating perimenopause, metabolism changes, gut health, and autoimmune challenges. This episode is perfect for women over 35 who feel confused by conflicting health advice, burned by trendy “quick fixes,” and ready for a smarter, science-backed approach to energy, fat loss, and long-term wellness. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why more exercise nearly wrecked my metabolism, hormones, and gut - Cycle syncing workouts: what I still use and what I don’t - The bean protocol and why soluble fiber became essential for my gut and hormones - Celery juice: what helped, what didn’t, and why it’s not a cure-all - The parasite protocols I went all-in on and the symptoms they created - Functional testing vs. “normal” bloodwork and why both matter - How HTMA and hormone testing validated symptoms labs missed - What peptides taught me about foundations, recovery, and resilience - The difference between using peptides and using them strategically Early enrollment is open for Fit + Fueled: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/UkQyuWup?coupon_code=FFWAITLIST2026 Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

    46 min

  5. JAN 13

    Ep320: My Daily Wellness Protocol (2026 Version)

    In this episode, Tina shares her daily wellness routine for 2026. She walks through her day-to-day nutrition, training, and lifestyle habits, explaining how adequate calories, protein, and fiber, along with targeted supplements and peptides, support hormones, longevity, and overall health. Throughout the episode, Tina shares practical insights on maintaining energy, strength, and vitality, especially for women in their 40s and beyond. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why “doing everything right” suddenly stops working after 35 - The weight-loss mistake I made for years that wrecked my metabolism - Exactly how I stay lean, strong, and energized in my 40s - The calorie range that works for muscle, hormones, and fat loss - Why carbs are the missing piece for muscle, metabolism, and recovery - The simple meal framework I rely on week after week - The strength training split that builds muscle without burnout - How I strategically use peptides, HRT, and longevity tools - Why higher-dose creatine transformed my strength, recovery, and gut health - The non-negotiable supplements I’ll never stop taking My 2026 Wellness Protocol: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/fat-loss-plan Join Fit + Fueled Interest List: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/be63efa9bd 5-Day Fatigue Fix Bootcamp: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/fXNVLjAs/checkout?coupon_code=FLOFFER Eat for Energy (Book): https://rstyle.me/+N76v-OSmzUKIQqWoGAGvLw Watermelon electrolytes: https://paleovalley.com/offers/essential-electrolytes-promo/pvpartners?oid=47&affid=882 Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

    39 min

  6. JAN 6

    Ep319: Training & Nutrition Advice for Women with Hashimoto’s from Dr. Emily Kiberd

    In this episode, Tina talks with Dr. Emily Kiberd, founder of Thyroid Strong, about managing Hashimoto’s through nutrition, strength training, and lifestyle habits. Dr. Kiberd shares her personal journey, the root causes of Hashimoto’s, and practical strategies for fat loss, muscle maintenance, and symptom management. They also cover over-exercising, peptides, autoimmune triggers, and complex cases involving gut health and mold exposure, offering actionable advice for women who want to feel strong, energized, and in control of their thyroid health. Here’s what you’ll learn: - How Hashimoto’s impacts your energy and metabolism during exercise - The subtle signs of overtraining vs. normal fatigue with thyroid issues - Why thyroid hormone fluctuations can affect muscle recovery and strength gains - Which types of exercise help and which may hurt Hashimoto’s - Key workout signals that your thyroid may be overworked - Which thyroid labs are critical for women exercising regularly - How thyroid function changes your post-workout recovery and fueling needs - Macronutrient tweaks to build or maintain muscle with low thyroid function - How to adapt exercise on high-fatigue or symptom flare days - Balancing fat loss or muscle-building goals while staying thyroid-friendly Peptides: https://Elliemd.com/Carrotsncake Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Dr. Emily Kiberd: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thyroid.strong Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thyroidstrong Her Podcast in Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thyroid-strong/id1425627401 Her Podcast in Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1EkTBDKRscaAoZ0Ixwa8nY Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dremilykiberd About Dr. Emily Kiberd: Hi, I’m Dr. Emily Kiberd, Chiropractor, movement specialist, strength enthusiast, Mama to Elvis. And I reversed my Hashimoto’s. I believe every woman with Hashimoto’s can feel strong and confident in her body. I help women struggling with Hashimoto’s learn how to exercise to lose weight and beat fatigue so they can feel their best and show up for the people that matter the most. My story in a nutshell… Three years ago, after having my first baby, I was chronically sick and didn’t feel like myself. I was… exhausted even after sleeping 14 hours a night gaining weight no matter how much I worked out struggling to finish my sentences in chronic pain with full body joint and muscle aches constantly injuring myself when I tried to workout Simply, I was a shadow of myself. Everyone told me having a new baby was “hard” and exhaustion was “normal.” I wasn’t present for my new baby and my family was under constant stress because I couldn’t function. I could barely get out of bed. Even 12 years as a Doctor of Chiropractic medicine, I had to look past my current knowledge of biomechanical joint and muscle pain to heal my body. The major factor that helped heal my thyroid was working out smarter, not harder, to lose the stubborn weight and beat the fatigue. I tried the recommendations of my doctors which included go for a 20 minute walk, do yoga, pilates, or low impact exercise. But this would make my muscles ache more and my joints feel more loose. Then I tried to go hard to lose the weight but I’d burn myself out, getting sick every couple months. I reclaimed my life and my body, by changing how I trained.

    42 min

  7. 12/24/2025

    Ep318: Why Peptides Aren’t Magical (And What Most Practitioners Miss)

    In this episode, Tina and Curtis introduce their new mentorship, Practitioner Business Lab, a 12-week program designed to help health practitioners close the gap between being great clinically and actually building a successful business. Curtis dives into what he sees every day in practice, including common mistakes with peptides and why skipping the foundations often leads to poor client outcomes. Tina shares the business side of the equation: how to create content that connects, show up more effectively on social media, and build systems that support growth instead of burnout. Together, they talk about the importance of real-world experience and case studies (not just following generic protocols or signing up for another certification) to get better results for clients and more confidence as a practitioner. Early enrollment opens December 29th with a limited-time savings for those who join early. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why peptides fall flat when clients should see incredible results - Why your clients aren’t responding and what that actually means - The overlooked habits and lifestyle factors that make or break peptide success - What most practitioners never assess before ordering peptides (but should) - The missing piece between peptide science and real-world client outcomes - Why mentorship (not another certification) is the missing ingredient - The blind spot that keeps clinically brilliant practitioners struggling to sign clients - Why you feel overwhelmed by tech and how that blocks growth more than you realize - The reason your content isn’t converting (and how to change it) - Why staying “the smartest person in the room” keeps you broke and stuck - How real-world case studies transform both clinical skills AND credibility - Details about Practitioner Business Lab and if it’s right for you Early enrollment for Practitioner Business Lab is open now through Tuesday, 1/6 (save $500): https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/PYvFYWgt/checkout?coupon_code=PBLWAITLIST Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Curtis Gillespie Sayers: https://lifestylempowerment.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1lifeestyleempowerment/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@curtisfunctionalhealthcoach Instagram: https://instagram.com/that.coach.curtis About Curtis Gillespie Sayers: From a young age I was in and out of the hospital suffering from health complications for as long as I can remember, breathing difficulties being the most apparent but as I grew older more serious issues began to come to light. I was diagnosed with an extremely severe case of sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a pre-diabetic status. At this time, I was also struggling with substance abuse, which would obviously contribute to my health complications, but most were from birth. After receiving the news from running tests, the doctors had informed me that I was lucky to be alive.

    38 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    Ep317: Why Your Midlife Libido Isn’t “Broken” & How to Get It Back With Dr. Maria Sophocles

    In this episode, Tina chats with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a board-certified OBGYN who specializes in gynecology, menopause, and sexual health. They dive into the often-overlooked topic of sex and pleasure in midlife, including Dr. Sophocles’ concept of the “bedroom gap” and her upcoming book. They talk about the physical changes that affect libido, how to communicate with your partner, and which treatments are safe and effective for improving sexual health. Dr. Sophocles shares practical tips for reclaiming sexual pleasure and why it’s so important for overall health and well-being. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The surprising reasons midlife women lose desire and why it’s not your fault - The real definition of “the bedroom gap” and why it widens after 40 - The silent sexual symptoms of perimenopause most women don’t recognize - How weight changes, energy dips, and body confidence affect your sex life - Why communication about sex is so hard and how to start conversations - The evidence-based treatments that actually improve libido and sexual function - What every woman should know about midlife sexual health but isn’t told - Dr. Sophocles’ biggest hope for women reading The Bedroom Gap The Bedroom Gap: Rewrite the Rules and Roles of Sex in Midlife: https://rstyle.me/+ilXbuSJ9Aco5gBQ8yruUZw Get Vyleesi /PT-141: https://elliemd.com/sexual-health?bp=tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Dr. Maria Sophocles https://mariasophoclesmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariasophoclesmd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-sophocles-591a8b10/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmoad996Gk-PwijqRziGX5g About Dr. Maria Sophocles: Dr. Maria Sophocles has been at the forefront of women’s healthcare for 30 years, bringing an unparalleled depth of knowledge, compassion, and innovation to her practice. From her academic roots at Duke University and Jefferson Medical College to her groundbreaking work at Women’s Healthcare of Princeton, Dr. Sophocles is a vanguard in menopause management and female sexual health. Explore her journey, accolades, and contributions to global women’s healthcare.

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Welcome to the Fit + Fueled Life podcast—where health, fitness, and fuel come together for a stronger, healthier, more confident you! I’m Tina Haupert, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified holistic nutrition coach, and macro cookbook author. This podcast is your go-to for sustainable fat loss, lean muscle building, hormone balance, and metabolic health—especially for women in perimenopause and beyond. Each week, we’ll dive into actionable strategies, expert insights, and real-life success stories to help you break through weight loss resistance, reclaim your energy, and create lasting change. Whether you're here to optimize your workouts, master your nutrition, balance your hormones, or level up your mindset, you’re in the right place. Let’s get you Fit + Fueled for life!

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  • Creator
    Carrots 'N' Cake
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    323
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright Carrots 'N' Cake
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    Fit + Fueled Life Podcast

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