The Healthy Pod

Nicole Pekerman
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Welcome to the Healthy Pod powered by Health Collective. I'm Nicole Pekerman, CEO of Health Collective, a wellness and weight loss community created by women for women. I can't wait to dive into the world of health and wellness with you. Get ready for candid conversations, expert insights, and practical tips to improve your overall well -being. From nutrition and fitness to mental health and mindfulness, we've got you covered. So join this collective, get inspired, Learn a few new things and laugh a little along the way. So follow us on this journey, follow along on Spotify, Apple or wherever you download your shows.

  1. JAN 13

    A look back at 2025!

    We take a look back at the amazing year we had in 2025 and all the wonderful guests, highlight some our favorite moments!

    22 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Build Your High-Vibe Wellness Blueprint — with Science, Soul & Sara Starkoff Green

    Ready to ditch the fads and build a REAL wellness blueprint that actually works — body, mind and soul? In this power-packed episode of The Healthy Pod, I sit down with integrative-health powerhouse Sara Starkoff Green — the woman behind 200+ South-Florida wellness events a year, and Wellness Consultant at Marcus Institute of Integrative Health | Florida Atlantic University.Sara blends evidence-backed medicine, movement, mindfulness, and real-life empathy to create sustainable, high-vibe routines for busy women everywhere. We dive deep into: • What “high-vibe wellness” actually means (beyond buzzwords) • How to meet yourself where you are and still level up your health • Wake-up rituals, stress resets, nervous-system hacks, and metabolic clarity • A live “Build-Your-Vibe Blueprint” game — practical, quick, and totally doable • Sara’s top 5 takeaways: easy shifts with major resultsIf you’re tired of trend-chasing and ready for real, smart tools that honor your body AND your schedule — press play. You’ll leave with a blueprint, not a to-do list.✨ Connect with Sara:Instagram: @sarastarkoffgreen Learn about her work & events: Marcus Institute of Integrative Health (FAU) — Team Page Explore integrative health services & community events: FAU Marcus Institute Events & Services Let’s build that blueprint, glow from the inside out — and show up as the strongest, most vibrant version of YOU. 💚🔥

    45 min

  3. 12/16/2025

    "The Episode Where Pro Immune Hijacked the Podcast” (…and dropped an insane amount of health knowledge.)"

    This episode was NOT the plan 😂Pro Immune stormed The Healthy Pod and unloaded a wild, science-packed masterclass on immune health.I thought I was hosting this thing…Turns out, I was basically a guest — taking notes right alongside you.And honestly? I’m not even mad.Joseph from Best Immune Support took over and broke down:• Why most people totally misunderstand immune health 🤯• The real levers that strengthen or sabotage immunity• The gut + hormone + metabolism connection (it’s deeper than you think)• Daily immune rituals that actually make a difference• Myth-busting moments that will change how you support your bodyIf you’re ready to get your mind blown about immune health, buckle up — this one is PACKED. 💥You will never think about your immune system the same way again.⸻✨ Shop Best Immune SupportWebsite: www.thebestimmunesupport.comInstagram: @bestimmunesupport🛍️ Use code: PEPTIDE for 10% off your first order!⸻🎙️ Hit play — because this immune takeover is one you’ll want to share with everyone who cares about staying strong, resilient, and truly well.⬇️ Tune in now + tag us with your biggest “WTF — I never knew that” moment!🔥

    52 min

  4. 12/09/2025

    Non Toxic Bitch: The Movement Helping Women Detox Their Lives & Take Back Their Power

    What if feeling better didn’t start with another diet…but with changing what’s around you?In this feel-good, eye-opening episode of The Healthy Pod, I sit down with the founders of Non Toxic Bitch, Adi and Elana. Non Toxic Bitch is helping women (and men ;) clean up the hidden toxins in their daily environment — so their bodies, hormones, and families can finally thrive.Together we break down:• why everyday products can quietly stall weight loss, energy, gut health, and mood• how the toxic load from our home, food packaging, and beauty routine adds up• the easiest, highest-impact swaps that make a difference right away• how small changes can ripple into big improvements for the whole family — from fewer headaches and allergies to better sleep and calmer moodsNo perfection. No overwhelm.Just realistic steps every woman can start today — like:• switching to safer cleaning basics• choosing fragrance-free where it matters most• using glass or stainless over plastics• improving the air you breathe and the water you drink• knowing what labels and ingredients to scan forThis episode is the ultimate “clean-girl upgrade”…but with a healthier home, happier hormones, and a glow everyone notices.If you’ve ever thought:“I’m doing all the right things — why don’t I feel better yet?”…this conversation might be your missing link.Explore Non Toxic Bitch resources and wellness offerings:https://hoo.be/nontoxicbitchConnect with Non Toxic Bitch on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicbitch?igsh=NmNkMGtmMTg2cGg=Listen in — and step into a cleaner home, a clearer mind, and a body that responds better to all the amazing things you’re already doing.

    51 min

  5. 12/02/2025

    Health Trends That Will Take Over 2026 (Peptides, Longevity & The New Femme Biohacking)”

    In this high-impact trend forecasting episode, Nicole reveals exactly what’s coming in health, wellness, weight loss, peptides, and female optimization in 2026 — powered by global research, industry intelligence, and her previous career leading trend and innovation strategy for billion-dollar brands.This episode breaks down the next wave of women’s health — from metabolic personalization and peptide expansion to microbiome intelligence, female-focused longevity, cellular youth practices, AI-driven biohacking, stress biology, and the prevention revolution that’s rewriting the wellness economy.If you want to stay ahead of the curve in women’s health… this is your 2026 briefing.You’ll Learn:✨ The 7 health megatrends shaping 2026✨ Why peptides are entering their “mass adoption moment”✨ How AI will personalize metabolism, hormones & nutrition✨ Why stress, inflammation & the nervous system are the NEW weight-loss frontier✨ How the microbiome will influence hormones, mood & cravings✨ The rise of cellular youth & prevention-as-luxury. ✨ What women REALLY want from wellness in 2026This is your insider roadmap — from a wellness futurist who’s scoured the research so you don’t have to. 1 Mintel – 2026 Global Beauty & Personal Care Trend Predictionshttps://www.mintel.com/insights/beauty-and-personal-care/beauty-trends/2 McKinsey & Company – Future of Wellness Reporthttps://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/future-of-wellness-trends3 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) – Worldwide Fitness Trends 2026https://acsm.org/education-resources/trending-topics-resources/acsm-fitness-trends/

    37 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    The #1 Thing Fixing Women’s Hormones in 2026 — And It’s Not Peptides

    Nicole Talks Some "S$*t in this one! In today’s hilariously honest and science-backed episode, Nicole dives into the wildly underestimated superpower of women’s health: fibre.Yes… fibre.The nutrient that’s quietly balancing your hormones, feeding your microbiome, stabilizing your blood sugar, improving your cycle, reducing cravings, boosting fat loss, and keeping your GLP-1 journey smooth and drama-free.If your digestion, mood, cravings, skin, or cycle feel “off,” this is your sign.Inside this episode you’ll discover:-Why fibre is having a MAJOR wellness glow-up- How constipation contributes to estrogen dominance, PMS, breakouts & weight gain-Why GLP-1 users must increase fibre- How your gut controls 95% of your serotonin- Easy hacks to “fibre-maxx” without eating like a sad rabbitGet ready to laugh, learn, and text a friend asking,“Sis, how’s your fibre game?” Research Links MentionedGut–brain–hormone axis:Serotonin & gut connection: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6469457/Fibre & microbiome diversity: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6723444/Estrogen detox & fibre:Estrogen reabsorption & bowel transit: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28507050/Blood sugar & fibre:Glycemic control & soluble fibre: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23885994/GLP-1 + digestion science:GLP-1 and gastric emptying: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5753953/

    27 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    The Weight-Loss Lie: Why You’re Not Broken (And the Reset Every Woman Needs)

    If you’ve ever thought “I’m doing everything right… but nothing is working,” this episode will change your life.Nicole uncovers the truth behind why women feel stuck — the under-eating, cortisol overload, gut dysfunction, hormonal chaos, and metabolic shutdown that diets never address.This is the real reason your body won’t budge, and why Supernova, her signature metabolic reset, has transformed the lives of women who tried EVERYTHING.In this episode you’ll learn:💥 The metabolic mistakes women don’t know they’re making💥 Why your body isn’t fighting you — it’s protecting you💥 How peptides, hormones, gut health, and nervous system support create REAL change💥 The three-tier Supernova framework that rebuilds your metabolism from the inside out💥 The emotional identity shift that makes weight loss actually stick🔥 Ready to reset your metabolism, hormones & energy. Research Links Mentioned: Female metabolism, stress & hormones:Cortisol + metabolism: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9210491/Under-eating & metabolic slowdown: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31393461/GLP-1 + metabolic health: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2032183Peptides & mitochondrial function:MOTS-C metabolic effects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25628363/CJC-1295 + growth hormone: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16319692/NAD+ in aging & metabolism: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7231944/Gut, hormones & estrogen clearance:Gut-liver-estrogen axis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5517031/

    32 min

  8. 10/29/2025

    We’ve Been Doing Weight Loss All Wrong—Here’s the Fix

    Forget what you’ve been told about calories, willpower, and chasing skinny. In this bold and unfiltered conversation, Nicole Pekerman sits down with Thinnr co-founder Mathew Melnick to expose the outdated weight loss myths keeping women stuck—physically, emotionally, and metabolically.Together, they reveal how Thinnr uses homeopathic medication combined with nutrition coaching and metabolic rebalancing to deliver real, sustainable weight loss—without relying on restrictive dieting or stimulant-based pills. This isn’t just another program. It’s a complete shift in how we approach health, hormones, hunger, and healing.You’ll hear the surprising science behind how Thinnr supports insulin sensitivity, reawakens a sluggish metabolism, and retrains your body to trust food again. If you’ve tried everything, felt broken by the scale, or want a solution that’s both natural and effective, this is your episode.👉 Join the free Thinnr webinar June 4 2025 7pm and learn how the program works here:https://bit.ly/4dwnpmZ

    55 min
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Welcome to the Healthy Pod powered by Health Collective. I'm Nicole Pekerman, CEO of Health Collective, a wellness and weight loss community created by women for women. I can't wait to dive into the world of health and wellness with you. Get ready for candid conversations, expert insights, and practical tips to improve your overall well -being. From nutrition and fitness to mental health and mindfulness, we've got you covered. So join this collective, get inspired, Learn a few new things and laugh a little along the way. So follow us on this journey, follow along on Spotify, Apple or wherever you download your shows.

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  • Creator
    Nicole Pekerman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024, Nicole Pekerman, All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    The Healthy Pod