Age Like a Badass Mother: Healthy Aging, Plant-Based Nutrition & Longevity

Lauren Bernick
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Lauren Bernick reversed her heart disease, lost 20 pounds, lowered her cholesterol and blood pressure by following a plant-based diet. Her doctor told her that it could not be done. She started wondering what else she had been lied to about health, longevity, and aging well. She set out to investigate. Irreverent, provocative, and wildly entertaining, Age Like a Badass Mother brings you real talk about health, vibrancy, and disease prevention and reversal through plant-based eating, menopause, midlife reinvention, manifesting,  fitness, relationships, style, sex, and owning every year you've earned. Make the rest of your life the best of your life! Please listen, new friend.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/age-like-a-badass-mother/id1727889073 Lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://www.instagram.com/agelikeabadassmother/ https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother https://www.facebook.com/WellElephant

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 117: Margaret Cho on Menopause, Growing Up in a Gay Bookstore, and the Love Boat

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. Margaret Cho has been making people laugh, making people uncomfortable, and saying things that other people probably wish she wouldn’t for a very long time.  In this conversation, we get into menopause, aging, sex, body image, queerness, Hollywood, and the weirdness of watching your parents get older.  Margaret talks candidly about her own experience with menopause, including hot flashes, insomnia, low libido, and vaginal dryness, and what happened when she started hormone therapy. She also talks about why she thinks menopause gets framed as something women should dread when it can actually bring a surprising amount of clarity. We visit her childhood in San Francisco, where Margaret spent much of her time in her parents’ gay bookstore. She grew up around gay men, lesbians, nightlife and conversations about Harvey Milk, and she witnessed the devastating impact of AIDS on the community around her. Lauren and Margaret compare notes on what it was like to grow up around queer adults and hear things kids probably weren't supposed to hear. Margaret is also remarkably candid about what Hollywood did to her relationship with her body. She revisits All-American Girl, including being told she was too fat to play herself, and how the pressure to lose weight spiraled into severe anorexia and hospitalization. We also talk about aging parents, the pressure women face to stay thin and young and partnered, and the strange freedom that can come with getting older and caring a little less about meeting everyone else's expectations. And because no Margaret Cho conversation would be complete without some wonderfully random cultural detours, she tells us what she's been reading and watching lately, including celebrity autobiographies and Wife Swap. It's funny, candid, occasionally dark, and very Margaret Cho. Margaret's photo credit: Nick Spanos Tickets to Choligarchy Tour and all things Margaret: https://margaretcho.com/ The Kaye Ballard show we referenced: The Mothers-in-Law This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Use code Healthy10 for 10% off your order at checkout Websites, Cookbook, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother #MargaretCho, #Menopause, #MenopauseHealth, #HormoneReplacementTherapy, #HealthyAging, #WomenOver50, #MidlifeWomen, #AuthenticAging, #LGBTQVoices, #AgeLikeABadassMother, #Podcast,

  2. Sep 1

    Ep. 116: Why Are You So Bloated? The Chinese Medicine Solution with Dreena Burton

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. Why are you suddenly so bloated, gassy, or uncomfortable after eating? In this episode, Lauren Bernick and Dreena Burton explore bloating, gas, digestion, fascia, jaw tension, stress, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, including the Chinese medicine concept of “dampness” and its connection to the Spleen and Stomach. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, late summer is associated with the Earth element, the Spleen and Stomach, and the emotion of worry. Dreena explains the concept of “dampness” and how, within this framework, it can be associated with digestive complaints such as bloating, gas, IBS, fatigue, and a heavy, sluggish feeling. We also explore the surprising connection between jaw tension and the quads. If you've been seeing all those jaw-release videos on social media, Dreena explains why working on the fascia in your legs may sometimes help release tension in your jaw. Lauren and Dreena talk about their views on self-care. Are we nourishing ourselves, or have we simply created another giant list of things we're supposed to do? And lastly, Lauren shares a pretty hilarious self-care confession involving a video game for your vagina. 😂 Flows for today's podcast  https://fasciaflo.com/badass/ Dreena's Main pages: fasciaflo.com/app and https://dreenaburton.com/ Jujube Tea post: https://bit.ly/jujubetea https://www.instagram.com/dreenaburton/ This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Use code Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother

  3. Aug 25

    Ep. 115: Health Misinformation: The Hidden Agendas Behind What We’ve Been Told About Food & Disease with Nelson Campbell

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. How much of what we’ve been told about food, nutrition, and disease is actually true? Nelson Campbell joins Lauren Bernick to unpack the health misinformation that has shaped how we eat, think about disease, and understand what it means to be healthy, as well as the powerful interests that may have influenced what we've been told. In this fascinating conversation, Lauren Bernick talks with Nelson Campbell, co-author of The Whole Truth with his father, legendary nutrition researcher Dr. T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study. Nelson takes us behind the scenes of his father’s decades of research into nutrition, cancer, and chronic disease, and the forces he says have helped keep that information from reaching the public. But this conversation isn't just about what’s wrong with our healthcare system. It’s about what we can do differently. Nelson explains the difference between reductionism and biological wholism, and why trying to treat the body like a machine made up of isolated parts may be fundamentally flawed. We talk about his father’s research showing the relationship between animal protein and the cancer process, the enormous follow-up study that never received funding, and why Nelson believes our current healthcare paradigm is overdue for a major shift. We also dig into Nelson’s decades of work helping people experience the effects of a whole food, plant-based diet for themselves. His Plant Pure Nation programs produced dramatic changes in participants’ cholesterol and other biomarkers, and his documentary From Food to Freedom follows people with type 2 diabetes as they changed their diets. And then the conversation takes a surprising turn. Nelson challenges some of the rigidity and confusion that have surrounded the whole-food, plant-based movement, including the tendency to obsess over individual food components rather than viewing the diet as a whole. He makes a compelling case that whole foods like nuts, seeds, avocado, and coconut shouldn't automatically be treated like dietary villains, and that making healthy food delicious matters if we want this message to reach the mainstream. The Whole Truth: The Hidden Agendas Behind Decades of Health Misinformation - and What to Do About it by T. Colin Campbell, PhD and Nelson Campbell  https://nelsoncampbell.com/ https://campbellretreats.com/ PlantPure Cookbooks by Kim Campbell  This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Use code Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother #NelsonCampbell, #TheWholeTruth, #PlantBasedNutrition, #WholeFoodPlantBased, #HealthMisinformation, #ChronicDiseasePrevention, #FoodAsMedicine, #PlantBasedHealth, #AgeLikeABadassMother, #PlantPureNation, #Podcast,

  4. Aug 18

    Ep. 114: Holy Sh*t, I’m 58! I Had a Freakout, Then I Realized Something

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. Holy sh*t. Lauren is 58. And for a minute, she has some feelings about that. Sixty suddenly feels close. And Lauren realizes that some of what she's feeling isn't actually about how she feels at all; it's about how she thinks society expects a 58-year-old woman to feel. The truth is, this is Lauren's happiest, most productive time. Tune in to hear this mini-episode where she takes you on the brief roller coaster ride of her birthday.  The main thing is that she feels like a badass, and she wants to normalize women talking about what makes them badasses.  So what makes you a badass? Comment on the YouTube Video Version of this  podcast at: https://youtu.be/81hIW9CX7hg This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains  Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother

  5. Aug 11

    Ep. 113: Dr. Ellen Langer - The Mindful Body: Thinking Your Way to Chronic Health

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. Dr. Ellen Langer is a Harvard professor who literally wrote the book on Mindfulness in 1989. She has been referred to as the “Mother of Mindfulness.”  Through her famous counterclockwise study, where she put men in their 70’s and 80’s in an environment that was 20 years in the past, she illustrates how our mindset can influence our physical health. Spoiler, they all became “younger” and measurably healthier.  We talk extensively about the mind-body connection and how stress can impact health and longevity. She schools us in the power of language especially when it comes to chronic disease.  This is a rare experience to learn from someone who has devoted her life to the transformative power of mindfulness and its impact on health and aging. Her latest book, The Mindful Body is available now. Mindfulness (25th anniversary edition) (A Merloyd Lawrence Book) On Becoming an Artist: Reinventing Yourself Through Mindful Creativity https://www.ellenlanger.me/ This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother #DrEllenLanger, #MindfulAging, #HealthyAging, #MindBodyConnection, #Mindfulness, #PsychologyOfAging, #AgingMindset, #LongevityMindset, #AgeLikeABadassMother, #TheMindfulBody, #Podcast,

  6. Aug 4

    Ep: 112: Has Healthy Aging Gone Too Far? Finding Balance in the Age of Biohacking

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. Between face yoga, red light therapy, lymphatic drainage, dry brushing, supplements, meditation, strength training, and the endless stream of health advice flooding social media, taking care of ourselves has become a full-time job. In this solo episode, Lauren asks a question many of us are wondering: Has healthy aging gone too far? Using biohacker Bryan Johnson's highly publicized quest to reverse aging as a jumping-off point, Lauren explores whether our pursuit of longevity has crossed the line into obsession. She also shares her own struggle to balance staying healthy after reversing heart disease with making room for the things that truly matter: family, friends, travel, laughter, and simply enjoying life. This isn't about abandoning healthy habits. It's about recognizing that you don't have to do every wellness practice, every day, to age well. The healthiest life isn't necessarily the one with the longest checklist; it's the one you actually enjoy living. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why today's wellness culture can leave us feeling overwhelmed instead of healthierWhat Bryan Johnson's recent health diagnosis reveals about the limits of biohackingHow Lauren is simplifying her own health routine after years of pursuing optimal wellnessWhy perfectionism may be doing more harm than goodThe surprising longevity habits that science continues to support: community, purpose, movement, laughter, and meaningful relationshipsHow to create a realistic, sustainable approach to healthy aging without feeling like you're constantly falling behindIf you've ever felt guilty for skipping your supplements, missing a workout, or not keeping up with the latest longevity trend, this episode is your reminder that good health is meant to support your life, not become your life. Mentioned in This Episode Episode 48: How Lauren Reversed Heart Disease with a Whole Food, Plant-Based DietEpisodes 82 & 91: Lower Your LDL Cholesterol Naturally with Dr. Michael GregerRecipes: WellElephant.comIf this episode made you think, please share it with a friend who could use the reminder to slow down and enjoy life. And if you have ideas for future guests or topics, Lauren would love to hear from you. This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains  Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, Classes, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ ACE Plant-based Eating Course https://discover.wellelephant.com/ace-plant-based-eating-course-reg/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother

  7. Jul 28

    Ep. 111: What Toxins and Psychedelics Taught Me About Being Authentic with Dr. Nikki Siso

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. What do toxins, psychedelics, and authenticity have in common? More than you might think. Dr. Nikki Siso shares her personal and professional journey toward deeper self-awareness and healing. We explore how environmental toxins, emotional burdens, and even the roles we play in everyday life can disconnect us from who we truly are. She discusses the impact of toxic load on health, and the lessons she's learned from the psychedelic experience with 5-MeO-DMT, a potent, fast-acting psychedelic found in plants and the venom of the Sonoran Desert toad. Inhaling it causes profound ego dissolution and non-duality states within seconds. We talk about why authenticity isn't something we achieve once and for all; it's an ongoing practice of becoming more honest with ourselves. Nikki feels that she wasn't on the path to true authenticity until she had her breast implants removed.  Whether you're curious about holistic health, healing through psychedelics, personal growth, or what it really means to live authentically, this conversation offers plenty of insight and food for thought. Dr. Nikki built a Total Toxic Load Assessment, what she calls TOX, to investigate the three things no one looks at together: the toxins in your food, your home, and your own thoughts. It finally connects the dots. She's giving our listeners $50 off. Use discount code BADASS at checkout so you can go from running on fumes to clear and happy in your body again." TOX Assessment: ConsciousKitchenATX.com/tox Detox Program: ConsciousKitchenATX.com/ckm ConsciousKitchenATX.com This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains  Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Healthy10 for 10% off Websites, Cookbook, Classes, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ ACE Plant-based Eating Course https://discover.wellelephant.com/ace-plant-based-eating-course-reg/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother #DrNikkiSiso, #PsychedelicHealing, #HolisticHealth, #AuthenticLiving, #MindBodyHealing, #ConsciousLiving, #IntegrativeWellness, #SelfHealingJourney, #AgeLikeABadassMother, #ConsciousKitchenATX, #Podcast,

  8. Jul 21

    Ep. 110: Can Fascia Work Improve Lymphatic Drainage, Reduce Puffiness, and Support Immunity?

    Question or comment? Send a one-way text to Age Like a Badass Mother. Include your email so I can answer you back. In this mini-episode, Dreena Burton joins Lauren Bernick to explore the surprising connection among fascia, lymphatic health, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dreena explains the role of the San Jiao, also known as the Triple Burner meridian, and how stimulating this energetic pathway may help improve fluid movement throughout the body. You'll learn how fascia, the body's connective tissue network, responds to resistance and movement, why healthy lymphatic flow is essential for immune function, and a simple technique you can try to encourage circulation and reduce swelling. Whether you're interested in Chinese medicine, fascia health, or natural ways to support your body's internal systems, this short episode offers practical insights you can start using today. In This Episode: What the San Jiao (Triple Burner) meridian is and why it mattersHow fascia influences fluid movement throughout the bodyThe connection between fascia work and lymphatic drainageWhy lymphatic health is important for immune functionA simple movement technique to help reduce swelling and support circulationConnect with Dreena Burton Visit Dreena's websites: https://dreenaburton.com/ https://app.fasciaflo.com/ Find out more about lymphatic drainage on ep. 102 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-102-whats-the-deal-with-lymphatic-drainage/id1727889073?i=1000769640017 Subscribe & Review If you're enjoying Age Like a Badass Mother, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend. Your support helps more women discover evidence-based, empowering conversations about aging, health, and living well. This episode is sponsored by Grand Teton Ancient Grains Grand Teton Ancient Grains (ancientgrains.com) Healthy10 for 10% off https://www.ancientgrains.com/shipping-policy Websites, Cookbook, Classes, and Merch https://wellelephant.com/ecookbook/ https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://wellelephant.com/ ACE Plant-based Eating Course https://discover.wellelephant.com/ace-plant-based-eating-course-reg/ Shop Merch https://age-like-a-badass-mother-shop.fourthwall.com/ Follow us and reach out at: Email: lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com Facebook: @WellElephant Instagram: @agelikeabadassmother  https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother

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Lauren Bernick reversed her heart disease, lost 20 pounds, lowered her cholesterol and blood pressure by following a plant-based diet. Her doctor told her that it could not be done. She started wondering what else she had been lied to about health, longevity, and aging well. She set out to investigate. Irreverent, provocative, and wildly entertaining, Age Like a Badass Mother brings you real talk about health, vibrancy, and disease prevention and reversal through plant-based eating, menopause, midlife reinvention, manifesting,  fitness, relationships, style, sex, and owning every year you've earned. Make the rest of your life the best of your life! Please listen, new friend.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/age-like-a-badass-mother/id1727889073 Lauren@agelikeabadassmother.com https://www.agelikeabadassmother.com/ https://www.instagram.com/agelikeabadassmother/ https://www.youtube.com/@agelikeabadassmother https://www.facebook.com/WellElephant

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