The Energetically Efficient Show

Kristin Rowell

Welcome to The Energetically Efficient Show—a wellness-meets-real-life podcast where high achievers learn how to reclaim their energy, reset their health, and live with intention (without burning out or chasing perfection). I’m Kristin Rowell—former trial attorney turned functional nutritionist, speaker, and coach. After 20 years in law, I walked away from my career to build a business that helps people feel vibrant, strong, and aligned from the inside out. This show is where I share everything I’ve learned on that journey—and bring you along for yours. Each episode blends practical education with honest storytelling, covering topics like metabolic health, real food nutrition, strength training, detoxing, mindset, energy work, and human design. I’ll break down complex topics in a way that’s simple, actionable, and maybe even a little entertaining (with help from my three Golden Retrievers, of course). Expect a mix of solo episodes, guest conversations, kitchen demos, and the occasional grocery store trip. If you're a high performer who’s ready to stop ignoring your body and start feeling good again—this show is for you.

  1. 1D AGO

    From Burnout to Alignment: How Human Design and Your Nervous System Shape Success

    What if success wasn’t about doing more but becoming more aligned? In this episode of The Energetically Efficient Show, Kristin sits down with Human Design guide and former lawyer Hillary McVeigh to explore what it really means to build a life and business in alignment. Hilary shares her journey from burnout in the legal world to stepping fully into her purpose revealing how her health struggles, spiritual awakening, and discovery of Human Design led her to a completely different path. Tune in to hear: Why success without fulfillment is the ultimate failureHow burnout can be a catalyst for your awakeningWhat Human Design reveals about your unique pathThe role your nervous system plays in growth, fear, and expansionWhy alignment often feels uncomfortable (and what that means)How to recognize patterns your life is trying to show youThe power of creating space to access intuition and clarityWhy forcing strategy can block your successHow to “stretch and regulate” your way into growthThe truth about energy, frequency, and attracting aligned opportunitiesWhy letting go of control creates more results—not lessHow to build a business rooted in trust, not hustleResources mentioned: Divine orchestration and Letting Go of Control Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/49Pof5hsUCFat32voUibvq?si=DsmbgxPyS624V8R-9vx9mQ Let It Not Make Logical Sense: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4NTamwEEBUasitAzwjYv9j?si=8z6DJ4_5RKK9d-7WnrfBGw Hillary's Expansion Program: https://www.hillarymcveigh.com/the-expansion Hillary's Human Design Certification: https://www.hillarymcveigh.com/human-design-reader-training Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    1h 8m
  2. 6D AGO

    How to Heal Your Gut After Antibiotics (My 5-Step Gut Rebuild Protocol)

    Can antibiotics damage your gut and what should you do to rebuild it? Many people take antibiotics without realizing the massive impact they can have on the gut microbiome. While antibiotics can be life-saving when needed, they also wipe out large portions of the beneficial bacteria that support digestion, metabolism, mood, and immune health. In this episode, Kristin shares the exact protocol she’s using to rebuild her gut after a recent round of antibiotics for an infection. Tune in to hear: Why antibiotics can dramatically disrupt gut healthHow long it actually takes the gut microbiome to recoverThe importance of microbial diversity for overall healthWhy eating real, whole foods supports gut bacteriaThe role fermented foods play in rebuilding the microbiomeHow probiotics help repopulate beneficial bacteriaWhat “gut lining integrity” means and why it mattersSupplements that can support gut repair and resilienceWhy fiber is essential for feeding beneficial bacteriaThe connection between gut health, cravings, mood, and inflammationResources mentioned: Stress balls: https://amzn.to/4lIv3ixWorry stones: https://amzn.to/47zENp5Seed: https://seedhealthinc.pxf.io/c/4620740/3216192/19848 (use code GOLDEN)Microbiome Labs: https://microbiomelabs.com/register/?ref=KRISTIN (use code GOLDEN for discount)Pendulum: https://pendulumtherapeutics.sjv.io/c/4620740/1940595/23445 (use code ENERGETICALLY for discount)IM8: https://im8.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=26&aff_id=1133 (use code GOLDEN for discount)ION GUT SUPPORT: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/krowell Tomorrow's Nutrition: https://tomorrowsnutrition.com/products/sunfiber-210-grams Fecal Transplants & Postbiotics: The Future of Gut Health with Dr. Andrea McBeth of Thaena: https://youtu.be/EsD_6d2N7lI Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    36 min
  3. FEB 25

    Is Fasting Good for Women? The Truth About Metabolism, Hormones & Ketones

    Join Hot and Fit Over 40: Thrive in perimenopause and keep the weight off for good Is fasting the missing piece in your weight loss journey? If you’ve heard that fasting is either the ancient secret to weight loss or the worst thing you can do for your hormones, this episode breaks down the truth. In this deep dive, Kristen unpacks the science, nuance, and real-world strategy behind fasting, including who it benefits most, who should avoid it, and how to start safely. You’ll learn how your body actually uses fuel, what metabolic flexibility really means, why ketones are so powerful for brain health, and how simple intermittent fasting can improve insulin sensitivity without extreme restriction. This is not about starving yourself. It’s about understanding your metabolism and using fasting strategically. Whether you’re curious about 12-hour intermittent fasting, 36-hour metabolic resets, or longer fasts, this episode will help you approach fasting intelligently especially as a woman navigating hormones, stress, and life demands. Tune in to hear: The 4 fuel sources your body runs on and the order your body burns themWhy carbs + fat together can be the “fast train to weight gain”What metabolic flexibility actually means (and why it matters)How fasting improves insulin sensitivity and helps reverse insulin resistanceWhy Alzheimer’s is sometimes referred to as “Type 3 Diabetes”The connection between fasting, ketones, and brain healthHow fasting stimulates human growth hormone (HGH)Why fasting can support longevity and anti-agingThe difference between 12-hour, 16-hour, 24-hour, and 36-hour fastsWhy women need a nuanced approach to fastingWhen fasting may harm hormones (and when it can help)How to time fasting with your menstrual cycleThe easiest way to begin intermittent fastingResources mentioned: Brain Energy: https://amzn.to/3OmH6FBZero Longevity Fast AppLife In The Fasting Lane book: https://amzn.to/4cGDNmrWatch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    30 min
  4. FEB 18

    Peptides 101: What They Are, How They Work, and Which Ones I Take

    Join Hot and Fit Over 40: Thrive in perimenopause and keep the weight off for good Are peptides the future of healing… or just another wellness trend? What’s the difference between NAD, BPC-157, and GLP-1 medications like Ozempic? And are peptides actually safer than traditional pharmaceuticals? In this deep-dive episode, Kristen unpacks everything you’ve been asking about peptides from what they are at a foundational level to how they’re administered and why they’re generating so much buzz in the functional health world. Tune in to hear: What peptides actually are and how they differ from proteinsWhy proton pump inhibitors may damage gut health long termHow BPC-157 supports injury and gut repairWhat NAD does for mitochondria and energy productionWhy GLP-1 drugs can harm metabolism when overdosedThe difference between GLP-1, GLP-2, and emerging GLP-3 compoundsHow to think about peptides for perimenopauseWhy delivery method matters more than you thinkThe importance of cycling and washout periods-Quicksilver Scientific Facial Beauty Serum: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/krowell You can get it here with my discount -Quicksilver Scientific Copper GHK+ Facial Serum w/ Cycloastragenol: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/krowell You can get it here with my discount -Peak Wellness Peptides: https://peakwellnesspeptides.com/ use discount code GOLDEN -Peptide University: https://mypeptideuniversity.com/  Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    50 min
  5. FEB 11

    How to Stay Grounded When the World Feels Chaotic

    Join Hot and Fit Over 40: Thrive in perimenopause and keep the weight off for good What if the pressure you feel is not about poor time management, but about trying to operate from an old relationship with time that no longer fits who you are becoming? In this episode of The Energetically Efficient Show, Kristin and her sister Lindsay explore expansion and contraction in time, protecting your energy in a divided world, redefining productivity, parenting in a full season of life, and leading from the heart instead of pressure. A grounded, honest conversation about alignment, intuition, and building the new without burning out. Together, they explore what it means to protect your energy during divisive times, process emotion without bypassing it, and lead from alignment rather than urgency. They also talk about parenting teens during a sweet and fleeting season, navigating entrepreneurship while honoring family priorities, and experimenting with nutrition and fasting without self-judgment. If you have been sensing that your old systems no longer fit, or feeling both expansion and contraction at once, this conversation offers grounding perspective and a reminder that true efficiency begins with energetic alignment. Tune in to hear: Why time feels like it’s speeding up (and sometimes stretching wide open)The “accordion effect” of expansion and contractionLetting go of hustle culture and redefining what productivity actually meansMoving from mind-led living to heart-centered leadershipEmotional processing vs. spiritual bypassingHow polarity feeds division (and why nuance matters more than ever)Protecting your energy in a fear-driven media landscapeParenting teens during a transformational eraNavigating business growth while honoring family seasonsDating, manifestation, and creating space for partnershipPerimenopause, macros, ketosis, and experimenting without judgmentWhy authenticity will matter more than ever as AI expands Resources mentioned: Lindsay's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytelling-with-lindsay-bednar/id1655749288  Lindsay's husband's Gary's morning drink: Mix the following in a blender: 24 ounces hot water + 2 tablespoons organic Dandy Blend + 1 scoop Equip beef protein isolate + 1 or 2 scoops whey protein powder (depending on the brand). Blend for 10 seconds and then pour in a large Yeti mug. Top the drink with organic cinnamon and Redmond's Real Salt. Gary swears this is better than Starbucks! Equip protein: https://www.equipfoods.com/GOLDEN (use code GOLDEN for 15% OFF) Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    1h 8m
  6. FEB 5

    The Cleanest Protein Drinks of 2026 (And Which Ones Aren’t Worth It)

    Join Hot and Fit Over 40: Thrive in perimenopause and keep the weight off for good In this episode, Kristin is doing a full, no-nonsense breakdown of the newest pre-made protein drinks on the market. You'll hear what’s actually worth your money, what she personally drinks, and what she skips entirely. This episode will be a clear, science-backed guide to choosing protein drinks that actually support muscle building, metabolic health, and aging well without falling for marketing hype. Tune in to hear: Why 30g of high-quality protein matters for muscle protein synthesisThe difference between A1 vs. A2 milk protein (and why many people react poorly to dairy)Why grass-fed whey isolate is still the gold standard for muscle buildingWhich gums, oils, and additives quietly sabotage gut healthThe truth about natural flavors, seed oils, and emulsifiersWhen pre-made protein drinks make sense — and when they shouldn’t be daily staplesResources mentioned: Pioneer Pastures Protein ShakeOikos Protein ShakeSlate Ultra Protein ShakesClean Simple Eats Clear Protein SodaProtein Pop Clear Protein DrinkTexas Pecan Praline Marigold Bar (GOLDEN gets you free shipping on your first order)Wilde Protein ChipsRadiant Reset Waitlist for April 2026Food Babe Natural Flavors Summary: https://youtu.be/nweK6VRM8a8?si=KgoBu4PW2H6uMvTaProtein Episode: Why Eating More Protein Isn’t Enough for Fat Loss and Muscle GainWatch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    46 min
  7. JAN 28

    My Non-Negotiables for Healthy, Radiant Skin at Every Age

    Join Hot and Fit Over 40: Thrive in perimenopause and keep the weight off for good In this episode of The Energetically Efficient Show, Kristin is doing something a little different. After receiving countless questions about her skin and daily routine, she’s finally walking you through exactly what she does from inside-out wellness to the skincare products she uses every day. Kristin shares why skin health is a reflection of what’s happening inside your body, not just what you apply topically. Before diving into products, she breaks down the foundational habits that support healthy, radiant skin at a cellular level, including nutrition, hydration, and metabolic support. Tune in to hear: Why your skin reflects your internal health and cellular functionThe foundational habits that matter most for glowing skinHow Kristin structures her hydration and supplementation for skin healthHer experience with laser treatments and what to look for if you’re considering oneA full breakdown of her current skincare routine, step-by-stepHow she layers serums, peptides, eye creams, and moisturizersWhat she uses in the morning versus at nightSimple beauty habits that support long-term skin health and aging wellFind all links mentioned in this episode in the notes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ya8awj9_S38 Resources mentioned: Radiant Reset Detox Waitlist: https://kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/Radiant-Reset-WaitlistRedmond's Re-Lyte Electrolytes: https://redmond.life/collections/re-lyte You can use GOLDEN15 for 15% off your entire orderMyoxcience Creatine: https://myoxcience.com/collections/best-sellers/products/ultra-pure-creapure-creatine and https://myoxcience.com/products/micronized-creavitalis-german-creatine  You can use GOLDEN for 17% off your entire orderKion Creatine: https://www.getkion.com/products/creatine You can use GOLDEN for 10% off your entire orderMy prior episode containing my entire morning drink routine, How To Hydrate Properly: https://youtu.be/_09M2NpEBOk?si=CX2Zi8pClgQ6b5DwBeyond Aesthetics w/ Lori Hartzler (The Aerolase): https://www.beyondestheticsmn.com/Aerolase generally so you can find this laser in your area: https://www.aerolase.com/patientsEmogene & Co. Ritual Foaming Milk Cleanser: https://www.emogeneandco.com/products/ritual-foaming-milk-cleanserEmogene & Co. Renew Facial Toner: https://www.emogeneandco.com/products/renew-facial-tonerFind all links mentioned in this episode in the notes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ya8awj9_S38 Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: Work with Kristin: https://energeticallyefficient.com/book-now/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_rowell_ Website: https://energeticallyefficient.com/

    25 min

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Welcome to The Energetically Efficient Show—a wellness-meets-real-life podcast where high achievers learn how to reclaim their energy, reset their health, and live with intention (without burning out or chasing perfection). I’m Kristin Rowell—former trial attorney turned functional nutritionist, speaker, and coach. After 20 years in law, I walked away from my career to build a business that helps people feel vibrant, strong, and aligned from the inside out. This show is where I share everything I’ve learned on that journey—and bring you along for yours. Each episode blends practical education with honest storytelling, covering topics like metabolic health, real food nutrition, strength training, detoxing, mindset, energy work, and human design. I’ll break down complex topics in a way that’s simple, actionable, and maybe even a little entertaining (with help from my three Golden Retrievers, of course). Expect a mix of solo episodes, guest conversations, kitchen demos, and the occasional grocery store trip. If you're a high performer who’s ready to stop ignoring your body and start feeling good again—this show is for you.

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