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. 6일 전 ·  비디오

    How to Read Your Blood Work: What Your Lab Results Really Mean

    How often do you look at your blood work beyond hearing, "Everything looks normal"? Annual blood work is one of the most valuable tools you have for understanding your health, but the real power isn't in a single test. It's in tracking your biomarkers over time, recognizing trends, and understanding what those numbers mean for you. In this episode, Kristin walks through her own annual blood work to show you how she evaluates her health beyond standard reference ranges. She explains why it's important to establish a baseline, monitor changes from year to year, and use your lab results as a proactive tool instead of waiting for symptoms or unexpected diagnoses. Rather than focusing on one number in isolation, Kristin explores how biomarkers work together to tell the bigger story of your metabolic health, cardiovascular health, and overall wellness. You'll also learn why "normal" doesn't always mean optimal and how understanding your own trends can help you have more informed conversations with your healthcare provider. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why annual blood work is one of the best investments you can make in your health • How to use trends in your lab results instead of focusing on a single test • The difference between "normal" and optimal reference ranges • What biomarkers Kristin pays closest attention to and why • How cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, inflammation, and other markers work together • Why understanding your baseline can help prevent future health surprises • Questions to ask your healthcare provider after reviewing your blood work • How to become a more informed advocate for your long-term health Resources Mentioned: → Energetically Efficient blood work list: https://energeticallyefficient.kit.com/bloodwork → Low Carb MD Podcast with guest Jonny Bowden: https://lowcarbmd.com/podcast/episode-153-jonny-bowden/ → The Great Cholesterol Myth: https://amzn.to/44BLJ3e → Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club: https://www.GoldenGirlOliveOil.com → My Circadian app: https://mycircadianapp.com (Use code DANIHH for premium) → Join Hot and Fit AF Over 40: https://energeticallyefficient.com/hot-and-fit-af Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    40분
  2. 6월 24일 ·  비디오

    Why Women Over 40 Need More Protein to Lose Weight and Build Muscle

    Are you eating enough protein to support fat loss, muscle growth, and healthy aging? In this episode, Kristin Rowell is joined by Laura Schara for an honest conversation about protein, strength training, metabolism, and what women over 40 really need to thrive. From the common breakfast mistakes keeping women under-fueled to the simple habits that make hitting protein goals easier, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can start using today. Kristin and Laura break down how much protein most women actually need, why lifting weights becomes even more important as we age, and the small nutrition shifts that can make a big difference in body composition, energy, and long-term health. If you've ever wondered whether you're eating enough protein, struggled to lose weight despite "eating healthy," or felt overwhelmed by tracking macros, this episode will help simplify the process. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why most women over 40 aren't eating enough protein • How much protein you actually need for fat loss and muscle growth • The 30-gram protein-per-meal rule and why it matters • Why avocado toast and a couple of eggs aren't enough protein for most women • How lifting weights supports metabolism and healthy aging • Simple ways to hit 120–160 grams of protein per day • The truth about protein powders, protein bars, and convenience foods • Why weighing your food can help you reach your goals faster • The benefits of creatine for women, muscle recovery, and brain health • Easy high-protein meal ideas and nutrition hacks Connect with Laura: https://www.instagram.com/lauraschara/ Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    35분
  3. 6월 17일

    What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body

    What happens inside your body the moment you take your first sip of alcohol? In this episode, Kristin Rowell breaks down the science of alcohol metabolism and explains exactly what happens inside your body when you drink. From the way alcohol is absorbed into your bloodstream to how your liver prioritizes processing it above all other metabolic functions, you'll learn why alcohol impacts far more than just your energy or decision-making. Kristin also shares her personal experience of going alcohol-free for an entire year, what she discovered through the process, and why she now drinks only occasionally. Whether you're sober-curious, focused on improving your metabolic health, or simply want to understand how alcohol affects your body, this episode offers a practical, educational, and non-judgmental perspective. In This Episode You'll Learn: • What happens inside your body when alcohol enters your system • Why alcohol has its own unique metabolic pathway • How your liver processes alcohol and why it becomes the body's top priority • The connection between alcohol, blood sugar, insulin, and fat storage • How alcohol impacts the brain and every cell in the body • What current research says about alcohol and cancer risk • Why Kristin chose to spend a full year alcohol-free • The relationship between alcohol, energy, and overall wellness Resources Mentioned: → Dry Farm Wines → Avaline Wine → Nutrisense CGM – Continuous Glucose Monitor → Chronometer App – My go-to for tracking food and alcohol Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    24분
  4. 5월 13일

    The Truth About Consciousness, Frequency & The Collective Awakening with Karen Cheong

    What if your reality isn’t as fixed as you think it is? In this expansive and deeply thought-provoking conversation, Kristen sits down with frequency teacher and founder of Spherical Luminosity, Karen Cheong, to explore consciousness, resonance, manifestation, the quantum field, and the deeper nature of human existence. Karen shares her perspective on how reality is “rendered” through consciousness, why our physical experience is only a small part of who we truly are, and how our thoughts, emotions, and distortion patterns shape the reality we experience every day. Together, they explore the relationship between frequency, the mind, the heart space, manifestation, intuition, and collective consciousness. Whether these concepts feel completely new or deeply familiar, this episode invites you to question what’s possible, expand your perspective, and consider the profound power of your own consciousness. Tune in to hear:  What it means to be an expression of source intelligence  How consciousness “renders” physical reality  The connection between frequency, vibration, energy, and matter  Why thoughts and emotions are tied to distortion patterns  The concept of the “veil of forgetting” and human limitation  How resonance impacts manifestation and life experiences  The role of the pineal gland in perception and projection  Why fear and scarcity keep people disconnected from their true power  The difference between mind-led living and heart-led living  How higher consciousness changes the way we experience reality  Karen’s perspective on intuition, the quantum field, and the heart space  Why raising your resonance can shift relationships, opportunities, and wellbeing  The connection between collective consciousness and human evolution  Karen’s thoughts on higher dimensional beings and energetic discernmentConnect with Karen: Website: https://www.sphericalluminosity.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-your-world-through-frequencies/id1455797208 Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    1시간 4분
  5. 5월 6일

    Why You’re Exhausted All the Time: The Hidden Link Between Stress, Blood Sugar & Blue Light

    Could your fatigue, anxiety, cravings, poor sleep, and hormone imbalance actually be connected to your light environment and blood sugar regulation? In this episode, Kristin sits down with nutritional therapy practitioner and blood sugar expert Danielle Hamilton to unpack the powerful connection between circadian rhythms, artificial light exposure, cortisol, insulin, and metabolic health. Danielle explains how modern lifestyles filled with indoor living, LED lighting, screen exposure, and chronic stress are disrupting the body’s natural rhythms and contributing to exhaustion, blood sugar instability, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, and nervous system dysregulation. Tune in to hear:  Why your body can become addicted to stress hormones  How artificial blue light impacts cortisol, insulin, melatonin, and blood sugar  The connection between circadian rhythms and metabolic health  Why sunlight is essential for hormone production and energy regulation  What reactive hypoglycemia is and how to recognize the symptoms  How chronic stress contributes to blood sugar instability  Why many women feel exhausted, anxious, shaky, or constantly hungry  The surprising health risks associated with excessive blue light exposure  Simple ways to improve sleep naturally without relying on supplements  Practical tips for reducing blue light exposure at home and while traveling  How grounding and outdoor time support nervous system regulation  Why modern indoor lifestyles are disrupting our health Resources mentioned: Iris Tech1000 BulbsMy Circadian App (Code = DANIHH) Bahe Grounding ShoesEarth Runner SandalsConductive grounding socksDani’s websiteDani’s grounding guideGet that (vitamin) D Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    1시간 10분
  6. 4월 29일

    Essential Amino Acids Explained: How to Build Muscle & Burn Fat

    Are your protein choices actually supporting fat loss and muscle growth? In this episode of the Energetically Efficient Show, Kristin breaks down everything you need to know about essential amino acids (EAAs) and how to use them strategically for muscle growth, fat loss, and metabolic health. If you’ve ever wondered whether supplements like Perfect Amino or Kion Aminos are worth it (or how they actually work), this episode gives you a clear, practical guide you can apply immediately. She also shares her exact daily routine, including how she uses EAAs during intermittent fasting to stimulate muscle protein synthesis without breaking a fast, plus how to incorporate them into your day for maximum results. Tune in to hear:  What essential amino acids (EAAs) are and why they’re critical for survival  The key difference between essential and non-essential amino acids How EAAs support muscle growth, fat loss, and metabolic health Why 30g of protein per meal matters for muscle protein synthesis  How to use EAAs during intermittent fasting without breaking your fast Kristin’s exact daily supplement routine (morning + nighttime protocol)  How EAAs compare to whole food protein and protein powders When to use EAAs if you’re busy, fasting, or under-eating protein The truth about protein quality and amino acid profiles How EAAs can support recovery, sleep, and healingResources mentioned: BodyHealth Perfect Aminos: https://www.bodyhealthaffiliates.com/3QT3K68/3QQG7/ use code GOLDEN20 for 20% off your first purchasePerfect Amino Usage GuideKion Aminos: https://getkion.com/ Use code GOLDEN for 10% offIM8: Use code GOLDEN for 10% offJoin our next round of Radiant Reset Hot & Fit After 40 Waitlist: https://energeticallyefficient.com/hot-and-fit-af Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    23분
  7. 4월 23일

    The Hidden Fat That’s Wrecking Your Hormones (And How to Fix It)

    Could you be “healthy”… but still at risk? In this episode, Kristin breaks down one of the most misunderstood (and most dangerous) aspects of metabolic health: visceral fat. This is the hidden fat you can’t see that’s silently impacting your hormones, inflammation, and long-term health. While most people focus on the fat they can pinch, this conversation reveals why the fat surrounding your organs is far more important and how it may be the missing piece behind fatigue, weight struggles, hormone imbalances, and chronic disease. The best part? This is one of the most responsive types of fat meaning you can start reducing it quickly with the right lifestyle shifts. Tune in to hear:  The difference between subcutaneous fat and visceral fat and why it matters for your health  Why visceral fat is the most dangerous type of fat in the body  How hidden fat around your organs drives chronic inflammation  The link between visceral fat, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes  How visceral fat impacts your hormones, including cortisol, insulin, and leptin  Why you can look “healthy” on the outside but still have high visceral fat (TOFI)  How visceral fat contributes to cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s, and dementia  The connection between visceral fat and fatty liver disease  Why fat is actually part of your endocrine system and not just storage  The key lifestyle habits that are secretly increasing your visceral fat  How stress, sleep, diet, and alcohol all play a role in fat storage  How to measure your visceral fat (DEXA scan, waist circumference, and labs)  The most important bloodwork markers to track for metabolic health  7 practical strategies to start reducing visceral fat right away  Why your body prioritizes burning visceral fat first and how to use that to your advantageJoin our next round of Radiant Reset Hot & Fit After 40 Waitlist: https://energeticallyefficient.com/hot-and-fit-af Learn about Discover Strength + grab your free workout: https://www.discoverstrength.com/nashville-ds-schedule  Get 40% off your first year of the Zero Longevity App Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    49분
  8. 4월 15일

    The Gut–Immune Connection: How Your Digestion Controls Your Health

    What if your immune system strength had less to do with supplements… and everything to do with your digestion? In this episode of the Energetically Efficient Show, Kristin breaks down the powerful (and often overlooked) connection between your digestive system and immune system and why optimizing your gut may be the missing piece to feeling better, having more energy, and staying healthy long-term. If you’ve ever struggled with bloating, fatigue, brain fog, frequent illness, or stubborn weight issues, this episode will completely shift how you think about your health. Kristin walks you through the science in a way that actually makes sense—explaining how your body breaks down food, absorbs nutrients, and uses those nutrients to fuel your immune system at a cellular level. You’ll also learn how poor digestion can lead to issues like leaky gut, food sensitivities, and chronic inflammation and what you can start doing today to support your body naturally. Tune in to hear:  Why your digestive system is a core part of your immune system The 4 key parts of digestion and how they impact your health  What “leaky gut” is and how it affects your entire body  How undigested food particles can trigger immune responses  The difference between mechanical vs. chemical digestion How your body identifies and fights off bacteria, viruses, and toxins  Why stomach acid is your first line of defense against illness  The role of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals in immune function  How poor diet impacts your ability to fight off infections  Why gut health directly impacts energy, metabolism, and appearanceResources mentioned: Join our next round of Radiant Reset: https://shorturl.at/BFBbx Hot & Fit After 40 Waitlist: https://energeticallyefficient.com/hot-and-fit-af Kristin's Supplement Recommendations: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/krowell Biotics Research Corporation Beta PlusBiotics Research Corporation Beta TCPNutritional & Physical Degeneration by Dr. Weston A. Price: https://amzn.to/3On7hw6 Redmond's Re-Lyte Electrolytes https://redmond.life/collections/re-lyte-hydration use discount code GOLDEN15 for 15% off Watch on Youtube: youtube.com/@energeticallyefficient Connect with Kristin: 1:1 Coaching: Apply here The Top 5 Things I Actually Do To Stay Under 20% Body Fat: kristin-rowell.mykajabi.com/5-tips Instagram: instagram.com/kristin_rowell_

    45분

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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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