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Women's brain health remains one of the most under researched, underdiagnosed, and undertreated fields of medicine – and someone needs to fix it. Enter today’s brilliant guest, Dr. Lisa Mosconi. She is the director of the Women's Brain Initiative at the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital.
In this conversation, we explore menopause's effect on the body, brain, and hormones. Dr. Mosconi expertly clarifies what menopause is and isn't with a strong focus on the impact of menopause on brain health, cognitive health, and mental health. Dr. Mosconi walks us through the map of our reproductive health from pre to post menopause, highlighting hallmark signs and symptoms of transitions from each phase to the next.
She shares why the old clinical ways of looking at menopause aren’t effective, and introduces new science and technology that allows women to have more knowledge around how menopause affects the brain. Dr. Mosconi explains the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy, surgical menopause and also provides non-hormonal, lifestyle advice for managing the symptoms of menopause.
It is my dream for everyone to be as healthy as possible, equipped with the knowledge necessary to make empowered, informed decisions about living their best lives. I'm deeply grateful to Dr. Lisa Mosconi for generously sharing her expertise with us, enabling women to navigate menopause with ease and understanding.
We also cover:
(00:00:46) The Menopause Map: Defining Phases & Symptoms
(00:22:13) Risks & Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy
(00:33:45) Menopause & the Brain: Unveiling New Scientific Developments
(00:48:43) Exploring Surgical Menopause & Non-Hormonal Solutions
(01:02:42) Dr. Mosconi’s Neuroscientific Approach to Helping Women through Menopause
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Instagram: @dr_mosconi
• Read: The Menopause Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi
• Read: New Study Showing Brain's Estrogen Activity Changes During Menopause
• Website: lisamosconi.com
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• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
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Welcome to a very special solo episode to celebrate 300 episodes! Thank you for tuning in each and every week and joining me on this endlessly enlightening ride. To celebrate this amazing journey, I'm sharing my first-ever solo podcast episode, and the theme is summer survival.
We start by diving into the pillars of the Fab 4 (protein, fats, fibers, and greens), and how you can set your body up for success while enjoying all the adventures and yummy food wherever you end up this summer.
I share key tips and tricks that I give my clients to not only survive but truly thrive during the inconsistent season of summer. Plus, I give insight into what I’m doing to prepare for our first family trip abroad this summer (yay!).
I also answer listener questions including summer meal prep tips, what snacks I’m bringing on the flight abroad, what’s on my skin and body care packing list, how I’m taking care of my sleep hygiene while traveling, favorite daily supplements, what I’ll be doing to reset once I’m back, and so much more!
I hope this episode helps you enjoy summer to the fullest while also supporting your body so that you can feel your best in the process. Here's to adventures for you and your family, whether they're on your playroom floor or a walk through your neighborhood. Let's not just survive but thrive all summer long. Thanks for tuning in; I can't wait to share more with you in future solo episodes!
We also cover:
(00:03:03) Science of the Fab 4: Why Protein is Essential for Blood Sugar Balance & Hold On To Lean Muscle Mass
(00:20:13) Science of the Fab 4: Fats & Fiber 101 & How to Avoid Cravings & Crashes this Summer
(00:32:08) Favorite Recommended Daily Supplements & Travel Tips
(00:42:46) Kelly’s Summer Meal Prep, Routine Reset & Packing Guide
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Kelly’s Clean Supplement Guide
• Kelly’s Clean Beauty Guide
• Sign up for Kelly’s newsletter
Connect with Kelly:
• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.
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If you’re a first-time parent needing guidance on how to know what’s best for your kid’s health, this episode is a must-listen! I’m excited to sit down today with Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, a trailblazing board-certified pediatrician known for his holistic approach to child health. Dr. Gator brings a unique integrative perspective to pediatric care with an extensive background in kinesiology, psychology, and epidemiology.
In this episode, he shares invaluable insights for first-time parents from his new book, Parenting at Your Child’s Pace, which guides parents through the early years with a focus on patience and informed decision-making.
Dr. Gator explains his integrative approach to teaching parents about their children’s health, highlighting a holistic health view that considers emotional, physical, and environmental wellbeing tailored to each child’s unique needs. He provides new parents essential tips around the five seeds of health – stress, environment and toxins, exercise, diet, and sleep.
He also shares how he runs his integrative practice, advocating for noninvasive medical treatments that respect each child’s individual comfort level.
But how can you apply the lessons in this conversation? We make sure to discuss practical tips for modern parenting, from managing screen time to co-sleeping to navigating the phenomenon of Dr. Google. Dr. Gator explains why it’s so important to foster a non-judgmental dialogue with your pediatrician when it comes to parenting guidelines and finding out what works best for each family and child.
This episode is packed with thoughtful advice for parents aiming to create a supportive, healthy environment for their children – that’s how I know you’ll love it. And please, share it with a friend who’s on the same path as you. We’re all in this together!
We also cover:
(00:01:40) An Integrative Parenting Approach to Building Resilience In Kids
(00:13:46) How Can You Lower Your Child’s Toxic Load?
(00:22:14) Normal vs. Worrisome: According to a Pediatrician
(00:41:19) Empowering Advice for First-Time Parents
(00:53:17) 5 Tips to Help Your Child Avoid Developing Chronic Disease
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Instagram: @drjoelgator
• Read: Parenting At Your Child's Pace by Joel Warsh, MD
• Website: parentingatyourchildspace.com
Connect with Kelly:
• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.
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Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Aliza Pressman back to the show to share insights from her new book, The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans.
Dr. Pressman, a seasoned developmental psychologist and co-founding director of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, introduces a refreshing, simplified approach to parenting that cuts through the noise of endless advice. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to establish a solid and sustainable parenting approach based on current research that focuses on nurturing strong relationships – without the pressure to be perfect!
In this conversation, Dr. Pressman breaks down her science-backed strategies from the book and shares advice on how to navigate the overwhelming world of parenting advice to find what truly benefits your unique family. We explore the nuances of conscious parenting, and dive into the five key principles of parenting: relationship, reflection, regulation, rules, and repair. We also get practical advice on how they can be integrated into daily parenting practices – with real life examples from Kelly.
Dr. Pressman encourages parents to ditch the scripts, and shares how to stop feeling guilty and start trusting your gut by focusing on the five principles and what truly works for your family.
This episode is packed with valuable insights for current, and future, parents striving to build resilience, independence, and confidence in their children. And don’t forget to check out the Raising Good Humans podcast if you loved this conversation and Dr. Pressman’s advice.
We also cover:
(00:01:14) Science-Backed Parenting Advice Made Simple
(00:16:56) Introducing The 5 Principles of Parenting
(00:23:59) Parenting Principles: Relationship, Reflection & Regulation
(00:31:33) Parenting Principles: Implementing Rules & Reconciling with Repair
(00:51:00) Help Your Kids Build Resilience, Independence & Confidence
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Instagram: @raisinggoodhumanspodcast
• Read: The 5 Principles of Parenting by Dr. Aliza Pressman
• Website: draliza.com
• Podcast: Raising Good Humans
Connect with Kelly:
• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.
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In 2005, the New England Journal of Medicine predicted that, for the first time in history, our kids are expected to have shorter lifespans than us – their parents. To address this startling statistic and figure out how to help our kids be more happy and healthy, we're joined by Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford, NYU, and UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician and pediatric functional medicine expert.
Also a mother of two thriving children, Dr. Song has dedicated her career to helping parents and practitioners bridge the gap between conventional and holistic pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, parent-approved approach.
Acknowledging the rise in mental health issues and chronic illnesses in the younger generation, we tackle the tough conversation around how to help our kids make better food choices and manage stress to support their gut health and overall wellbeing. From dissecting the impact of diet choices to connecting the dots between stress and gut health, Dr. Song offers research-backed practical strategies for nurturing resilience in children and encouraging informed food choices.
Through empowering discussions on nutrition education, stress management techniques, and navigating the influence of the food industry, this episode will give parents a guide to teaching their children tools for living their most healthful and happy lives.
If you're a parent who wants to know that you're doing everything you can to help your kids be well and stay well, look no further. Dr. Song has you covered with her practical, proven steps to raising resilient kids one microbiome at a time. For more information and support on this topic, make sure to preorder Dr. Song’s new book, Healthy Kids, Happy Kids.
We also cover:
(00:01:11) Why Kids Today Aren’t Happy or Healthy
(00:13:12) The New Normal: Links Between Stress & Gut Health
(00:23:40) The Stress Performance Curve & Nervous System Regulation
(00:35:04) Practices to Help Parents & Kids Manage Stress
(00:47:01) Helping Kids Build Gut Health & Resilience Through Informed Choices
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Website: healthykidshappykids.com
• Instagram: @healthykids_happykids
• Read: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids by Elisa Song, MD
• Whole Family Wellness: Helping Our Kids Thrive with Dr. Elisa Song #208
Connect with Kelly:
• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.
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Dr. Casey Means is a Stanford trained physician and co-founder of Levels, a health technology company with the mission of reversing the world's metabolic health crisis. She trained in head and neck surgery before leaving traditional medicine to devote her life to tackling the root cause of why Americans are sick.
She’s also the author of the upcoming book Good Energy: The Surprising Connection between Metabolism and Limitless Health.
In this conversation, Dr. Means explains how we can use metabolic health tools and strategies to support our own wellness and that of our children and families. She discusses why metabolism is crucial to our health, evaluates the seven pillars of our environment that support cellular health, and highlights essential biomarkers for optimal metabolic wellness. Additionally, she offers insights into three dietary changes necessary for protecting our health, adapting our daily practices to support our mitochondrial health in the modern world, and re-envisioning healthcare for future generations.
I’m so thankful to be able to share Dr. Means' practical advice on maintaining mitochondrial health and achieving blood sugar balance, providing us with the keys to generating sustainable energy. Tune in and learn how you can take charge of your metabolic health today, and share this episode with someone you think might be interested in doing so themselves.
We also cover:
(00:01:35) Why Our Metabolism Is Foundational to Our Health
(00:12:38) How To Get a Snapshot of Your Metabolic Health
(00:24:59) Create Good Energy Through Mitochondria-Friendly Foods
(00:35:35) Aid Disease Prevention By Avoiding These Foods in Your Diet
(00:45:00) Optimizing Daily Practices To Support Cellular Health
(00:54:44) Envisioning Better Healthcare: Helping Our Parents & Future Generations
Resources:
• Click here for full show notes
• Instagram: @drcaseyskitchen
• Website: caseymeans.com
• Read: Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means
Connect with Kelly:
• kellyleveque.com
• Instagram: @bewellbykelly
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly
* Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.
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