In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Stephen Sideroff, a clinical psychologist, resilience expert, and author of The 9 Pillars of Resilience. Dr. Sideroff shares how building resilience can be a game-changer in achieving and sustaining weight loss goals.

We dive into the nine key pillars that empower individuals to overcome emotional and mental barriers to weight loss, such as managing stress, developing self-discipline, and staying motivated through setbacks. Dr. Sideroff offers practical strategies to create a balanced and sustainable approach to healthier living, all rooted in resilience-building practices.

Whether you’re starting your weight loss journey, struggling to stay consistent, or seeking tools to maintain your progress, this episode provides actionable insights to help you stay on track and achieve lasting results. Tune in and discover how resilience can be the missing link to your weight loss success!

Gut health plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to immune function and even mental health. The gut houses trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the microbiome, which work to break down food, absorb nutrients, and protect against pathogens. A healthy gut not only supports digestion but also impacts mood, energy levels, and the body’s ability to manage inflammation. Recent research shows that a diet rich in diverse plant-based foods is key to nurturing a balanced microbiome, which is why experts like Dr. Will Bulsiewicz advocate for eating “30 plants a week” to maximize gut health and diversity.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. B, an award-winning gastroenterologist and author of Fiber Fueled, to explore how gut health can be optimized through personalized nutrition. As U.S. Medical Director of ZOE, Dr. B offers insight into the latest findings from the world’s largest personalized nutrition study. He’ll discuss the best foods for gut health, the surprising link between human connection and the gut, how to identify food intolerances, and strategies for tackling common issues like bloating. With over 20 peer-reviewed scientific publications and a large following on Instagram, Dr. B provides valuable, science-backed advice to help you transform your gut health and improve your overall well-being.

Anyone who has listened to this podcast knows that we aren't big fans of band-aids. Patching things up without getting to the root cause isn't the way to long-term success when it comes to our health. That's why we are huge fans of functional medicine. Functional medicine is a patient-centered, science-based approach that seeks to address the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms. It views the body as an interconnected system where imbalances in one area can affect overall health. Practitioners of functional medicine focus on identifying how factors such as genetics, environment, and lifestyle contribute to an individual's health problems. So, we couldn't be more thrilled to have Lacy Lain on the show to share her approach in the functional medicine space.

Lacy Lain is a Functional Medicine and Nutrition Health Coach, specializing in holistic approaches to women's health. She focuses on helping women, especially those feeling unwell despite being told they are "fine," achieve optimal wellness. Lacy's work includes personalized programs around functional blood work and nutrition to address chronic health issues like hormone imbalances, thyroid problems, and fatigue. She is also the host of the podcast Functional Medicine for Women, which offers insights into women's health challenges through functional medicine​(

Her journey into functional medicine was shaped by personal experiences, including her husband battling leukemia twice and her own severe health challenges. Lacy now uses her expertise to educate others on achieving balanced health through nutrition, functional medicine, and holistic approaches​