Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Latest Episodes:

407: Why Small Changes Can Lead to Big Weight Loss | Hunter Stoler Oct 21, 2026

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407: Hunter Stoler of Health with Hunter joins me to share his 50-pound weight loss journey, the everyday habits that transformed his health, and how he helps millions of people make more informed choices about what they eat. We get into building balanced meals, prioritizing protein and fiber, finding healthier swaps for favorite foods, and creating routines that make healthy eating sustainable without giving up the foods you love.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Hunter’s 50-Pound Weight Loss Journey

→ Protein, Fiber + Balanced Meals

→ Healthy Food Swaps for Weight Loss

→ Healthy Eating Habits for Kids

→ Sustainable Weight Loss Tips

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:02:10 - Hunter’s 50-Pound Weight Loss Journey

→ 00:05:28 - Childhood Eating Habits

→ 00:10:00 - Healthier Food Swaps

→ 00:12:19 - Changing Family Eating Habits

→ 00:17:01 - Food Memories + Raising Healthy Kids

→ 00:21:17 - Small, Sustainable Changes

→ 00:29:17 - Protein, Fiber + Balanced Meals

→ 00:33:02 - Healthy Foods vs. Weight Loss Foods

→ 00:34:00 - Hunter’s Daily Yogurt Bowl

→ 00:39:26 - Protein Needs + Eating for Weight Loss

→ 00:43:00 - Healthy Food Swaps + Everyday Meals

→ 00:53:11 - Hunter’s Non-Negotiable Habits

→ 00:58:00 - Favorite Healthy Snacks

→ 01:00:47 - Brand Partnerships + Investing

→ 01:08:22 - Be Well’s New Supplement

→ 01:09:17 - Growing a Community + Future Goals

Further Listening:

→ How to Eat for Better Hormones, Blood Sugar & Energy | Lauren Chambers

Check Out Hunter Stoler:

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→ TikTok

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406: Why You Shouldn't Wait Until You're Injured to Recover | John Benjamin + Dr. Dan Giordano Oct 14, 2026

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In this episode, I sit down with John Benjamin, founder and CEO of Rally, and Dr. Dan Giordano, founder of Bespoke Physical Therapy, to talk about recovery, pain management, and how to take better care of our bodies. We discuss how tools like massage and physical therapy can support muscle recovery, mobility, and injury prevention, plus why consistency matters more than chasing the latest wellness trends.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How can you improve muscle recovery?

→ Why is physical therapy important before injury?

→ What helps muscles recover faster?

→ How can you improve mobility and prevent injuries?

→ What are the best tools for muscle recovery?

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:34 - What Is An Orbital Massager?

→ 00:03:16 - Theragun + Other Massagers

→ 00:04:08 - Design Differences

→ 00:08:15 - From Idea To Reality

→ 00:15:30 - The Design Process

→ 00:19:26 - Becoming A Physical Therapist

→ 00:23:54 - When To Get Physical Therapy

→ 00:25:28 - Recovery + Injury Prevention

→ 00:26:57 - Biohacking + Recovery Tools

→ 00:29:17 - Bloodflow + Fascia Release

→ 00:31:23 - Rally Demo

→ 00:35:20 - Massage Intensity

→ 00:37:35 - The Future of Rally

→ 00:39:58 - Testimonials

→ 00:42:38 - How To Build New Habits

→ 00:44:44 - John’s Wellness Routine

→ 00:47:27 - Dan’s Wellness Routine

→ 00:51:10 - Bespoke Physical Therapy

→ 00:52:27 - John’s Dad Robert

→ 00:58:30 - Entrepreneurship

Further Listening:

→ Why Younger Generations Are Aging Faster | Dr. Will Cole

Check Out John + Dr. Dan:

→ https://getrally.co

→ https://bespoketreatments.com/

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405: How To Build A Business That Runs Without You | Natalie Ellis Oct 07, 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by Natalie Ellis to talk about what it really looks like to build a business around the life you want. We talk about her journey with Boss Babe, burnout, motherhood, business growth, and learning to step back without feeling like everything will fall apart.

We also get into creating systems, delegating, using AI, letting go of the pressure to always be growing, and finding more balance and freedom in both business and life.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Business Freedom + Growth

→ Entrepreneurship + Motherhood

→ Business Systems + Delegation

→ AI + Business Strategy

Sponsored By:

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:40 - Creating Business Boundaries

→ 00:06:40 - Knowing What’s Enough

→ 00:09:24 - Fear and Success

→ 00:12:00 - Building a Lifestyle Business

→ 00:17:30 - Designing Your Business Around Your Life

→ 00:20:00 - Burnout and Rebuilding Boss Babe

→ 00:24:00 - Systems and Delegation

→ 00:32:41 - Untying Yourself From Revenue

→ 00:34:00 - Becoming the Bottleneck

→ 00:38:00 - Building a Marketing Engine

→ 00:41:50 - Business as a Math Problem

→ 00:48:00 - AI and The Future of Business

→ 00:50:20 - Creativity and Avoiding Burnout

→ 00:56:02 - Finding Alignment

→ 01:02:42 - Building a Life You Want

Further Listening:

→ The Reality of Marriage, Parenting & Building a Business Together | Chris LeVeque

Check Out Natalie Ellis:

→ Natalie’s Instagram

→ Bossbabe Instagram

→ Website

→ Book

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Sweet Deal (Book)

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

404: The Truth About Pregnancy Nutrition + Eating for Lifelong Health | Torie Hall & Eric Wolfinger Sep 30, 2026

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Torie Hall & Eric Wolfinger join me to talk about their new cookbook, Eating for Life, and how food can nourish your body while still being fun, delicious, and something you actually want to eat.
We talk about Torie’s journey into nutrition, the story behind Mexican Keto, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, protein, blood sugar, and the personal experiences with miscarriage and infertility that helped inspire this book. We also get into feeding kids, introducing them to new foods, avoiding food shame, and making healthy eating something the whole family can enjoy.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How much protein do you really need?

→ What foods support healthy blood sugar?

→ What should you eat during pregnancy?

→ How do you get kids to eat healthy foods?

→ What nutrients does your body need most?

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:04:01 - Torie’s Nutrition Journey

→ 00:07:41 - Eric’s Nutrition Journey

→ 00:12:19 - The Story Behind Mexican Keto

→ 00:17:18 - Self Publishing The Cookbook

→ 00:21:38 - Fertility + Miscarriage

→ 00:26:18 - Why They Created Eating for Life

→ 00:29:33 - Self-Publishing the Cookbook

→ 00:33:57 - Differences Between Cookbooks

→ 00:38:19 - Organ Meats + Nutrient Density

→ 00:42:51 - Surprisingly Healthy Recipes

→ 00:47:18 - Picky Eating

→ 00:52:09 - Fertility Nutrition

→ 00:55:48 - Meal Prepping

→ 00:59:44 - Back To The Basics

→ 01:04:39 - Making Healthy Food Fun

→ 01:07:49 - Recipe Tasting

Further Listening:

→ Four Hacks for a Healthy Pregnancy & Baby Brain | Jessie Inchauspé

Check Out Torie + Eric:

→ Get The Book! | https://www.eatingforlifecookbook.com/ use code EFLKELLY for 10% off

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403: Marriage Gets Better With Time: Communication, Parenting & Partnership | Chris LeVeque Sep 23, 2026

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Today, I’m joined by my husband, Chris, to talk about marriage, parenting, and what it’s really like to build a life and business together. We cover balancing work and family, raising three boys, making time for each other, kids and sports, and the values we want to teach our children. We also talk about communication, supporting your partner, giving each other space, and what helps a marriage get better over time.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Balancing Work, Family and Parenting

→ Raising Three Boys

→ Kids, Sports and Family Life

→ Communication and a Stronger Marriage

Sponsored By:

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:50 - Marriage and Parenting Roles

→ 00:05:52 - Balancing Work and Family

→ 00:10:28 - Raising Three Boys

→ 00:18:48 - Teaching Kids Independence

→ 00:21:48 - The Reality of Their Marriage

→ 00:26:12 - Working With Your Spouse

→ 00:34:26 - Supporting Your Partner

→ 00:41:28 - Finding Time for Creativity

→ 00:48:18 - Making Time for Your Relationship

→ 00:53:28 - Letting Kids Follow Their Passions

→ 00:57:02 - Values to Teach Your Kids

→ 01:05:24 - Communication in Marriage

→ 01:13:50 - Raising Respectful Boys

→ 01:18:30 - How to Build a Stronger Marriage

→ 01:23:00 - Quick-Fire Questions

→ 01:26:50 - Final Thoughts

Further Listening:

→ The Parenting Advice That Could Change Your Child's Future

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402: The Menopause Gut: What’s Really Happening to Your Hormones | Cynthia Thurlow Sep 16, 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by Cynthia Thurlow to talk about the connection between gut health and hormones, and how that relationship changes during perimenopause and menopause. We cover the estrobolome, estrogen metabolism, protein, fiber, and intermittent fasting. We also talk about GLP-1s, peptides, HRT, body composition, and using tools like Mira and Oura to better understand your hormones and cycle.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Gut Health and Hormones

→ Perimenopause and Hormone Changes

→ Protein, Fiber, and Fasting

→ GLP-1s and Peptides

→ HRT and Hormone Tracking

Sponsored By:

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:02:00 - Gut Health and Hormones

→ 00:03:38 - The Estrobolome and Estrogen

→ 00:06:54 - Estrogen Dominance and Perimenopause

→ 00:10:34 - Sleep and Stress

→ 00:14:06 - Testing and Personalized Health

→ 00:18:30 - Perimenopause Symptoms

→ 00:21:14 - How to Know You're in Perimenopause

→ 00:25:02 - Caffeine and Perimenopause

→ 00:29:56 - Fasting and Menstrual Health

→ 00:34:18 - Protein Goals and Meal Prep

→ 00:37:14 - Blood Work and Microbiome Testing

→ 00:39:44 - Anti-Inflammatory Diet and Food Sensitivities

→ 00:41:48 - Body Composition and Aging

→ 00:43:44 - Peptides and GLP-1s

→ 00:48:32 - Peptides and Immune Health

→ 00:51:26 - Responsible Peptide Use

→ 00:53:24 - HRT and Finding a Provider

→ 00:57:12 - Oura Ring and Mira

→ 00:58:10 - Final Thoughts and The Menopause Gut

Further Listening:

→ Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control After 40 | Brigid Titgemeier

Check Out Cynthia Thurlow:

→ Website

→ Podcast

→ Instagram

→ The Menopause Gut Book

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Sweet Deal (Book)

→ Youtube

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401: You May Be Aging Faster Than Your Parents Did | Dr. Will Cole Sep 11, 2026

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Will Cole to talk about one of the most fascinating areas of health and longevity: our cells. His new book, Heal Your Cells, explores what happens when our cells begin to age faster than they should and how our food, sleep, movement, stress, environment, and daily habits can influence cellular health.
We cover the connection between cellular aging and chronic disease, why younger generations may be aging faster, and how the body responds when our cells don’t feel safe. We also talk about mitochondria, stem cells, peptides, GLP-1, methylation, gut health, circadian rhythm, and the role of stress and unresolved trauma in our health.

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Topics Discussed:

→ What causes cellular aging?

→ Why are we aging faster?

→ How can you slow aging?

→ What damages your cells?

→ How do you support longevity?

Sponsored By:

→ Function | Check your brain and health the way I do. Function provides 160+ lab tests for $1/day and member pricing on advanced imaging. Join at

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→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:56 - Cellular Aging

→ 00:05:18 - Metabolic Diseases

→ 00:11:08 - Reducing Toxic Load

→ 00:16:59 - Research + Cellular Function

→ 00:23:21 - Chronic Diseases

→ 00:28:11 - Lifestyle Changes

→ 00:36:32 - Tea Recomendations

→ 00:40:27 - Methylation + Aging

→ 00:45:08 - Stem Cell Therapy

→ 00:49:19 - Peptides + HRT

→ 00:53:24 - GLP1s + Food Noise

→ 00:55:24 - Prescription Medications

→ 01:00:25 - The Health Institute

→ 01:02:21 - The Hallmarks of Aging

→ 01:05:58 - Stress + Autoimmune Disease

→ 01:11:01 - Healing, Grief, + Loss

→ 01:14:11 - Healing Childhood Trauma

→ 01:17:21 - Meet Yourself Where You Are

Further Listening:

→ Alzheimer's Starts Decades Before Symptoms…Here's Why | David Perlmutter

Check Out Dr. Will:

→ Heal Your Cells (Book)

→ Instagram

→ YouTube

→ X (Twitter)

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→ Sweet Deal (Book)

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400: 4 Tiny Shifts That Transform Emotional Health | Elisha Goldstein Sep 02, 2026

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How we respond to stress and emotions can have a powerful impact on our relationships, health, and longevity. In this episode, I’m joined by psychologist and author Elisha Goldstein as we discuss making “Tiny Shifts” that help us recognize emotional patterns, regulate our nervous system, shift our perspective, and respond more intentionally. We talk about why emotional regulation is a skill we can practice, how small changes can create lasting impact, and simple tools for navigating stress, relationships, parenting, and everyday life.

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→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY

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and using code KELLY15 at checkout.

Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:02:10 - Childhood, Self Worth & Psychology

→ 00:05:48 - Emotional Regulation & Leadership

→ 00:09:08 - Breaking Emotional Patterns

→ 00:15:18 - How to Recognize Emotional Triggers

→ 00:17:40 - Nervous System & Body Signals

→ 00:20:34 - Breaking the Overwhelm Loop

→ 00:25:24 - Shifting From Stress to Gratitude

→ 00:28:00 - Work Life Balance & Stress

→ 00:32:00 - How Relationships Shape Us

→ 00:38:18 - Nervous System Regulation Tools

→ 00:40:48 - Refocusing Your Thoughts

→ 00:43:10 - Emotional Regulation in Parenting

→ 00:48:28 - Stress, Healthspan & Longevity

→ 00:53:02 - Relationships & Longevity

→ 00:58:40 - Fear & Relationship Conflict

→ 01:04:36 - Modeling Healthy Emotions for Kids

→ 01:08:16 - Where to Find Elisha Goldstein

Further Listening:

→ Why You Keep Overreacting + How to Regulate Your Nervous System | Jonny Miller

Check Out Elisha Goldstein:

→ Website

→ Instagram

→ Tiny Shifts Book

Check Out Kelly:

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→ Sweet Deal (Book)

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399: High Cholesterol Isn’t Always What You Think | Nick Norwitz Aug 26, 2026

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Cholesterol has become one of the most debated topics in health, but how much do we really understand about what our lab results are telling us? Joined by Nick Norwitz, a Harvard-trained physician, researcher, and metabolic health expert, we explore the science behind cholesterol, statins, GLP-1 medications, ketogenic diets, and why questioning conventional wisdom can lead to better health decisions.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Are Statins Lowering LDL?

→ Can Oreos Lower Cholesterol?

→ How Do GLP-1s Work?

→ Can Keto Improve Metabolic Health?

→ What Do Blood Markers Mean?

Sponsored By:

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY

→ Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order.

Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:30 - Keto for Ulcerative Colitis

→ 00:04:45 - LDL Cholesterol and Bloodwork Explained

→ 00:08:45 - Statins: Risks, Benefits and Informed Consent

→ 00:19:00 - The Oreo Cholesterol Experiment

→ 00:24:20 - Oreos vs. Statins for Lowering LDL

→ 00:31:10 - GLP-1 Drugs: Ozempic, Wegovy and Retatrutide

→ 00:34:00 - GLP-1 Drugs and Muscle Loss

→ 00:45:00 - Metabolic Health vs. Cholesterol

→ 00:51:30 - Peptides for Longevity and Performance

→ 00:56:00 - MOTS-c, Tesamorelin and Peptide Research

→ 00:57:40 - Peptide Safety, Side Effects and Sourcing

→ 01:13:15 - Nick Norwitz's Daily Health Routine

→ 01:18:20 - Where to Find Dr. Nick Norwitz

Show Links:

→ Nick Norwitz’s “Oreo Study”

Check Out Nick Norwitz

→ Instagram - @nicknorwitz

→ Youtube

→ Website

→ Substack

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398: Why “Healthy” Habits Aren’t Working for You | Kashif Khan Aug 19, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Kashif Khan, founder of The DNA Company and author of The DNA Way, to explore how understanding your genetics can completely change the way you approach your health. Kashif breaks down DNA in a way that actually feels actionable, showing us why the same diet, workout, supplement, or wellness protocol can create completely different outcomes from one person to the next.

→ The DNA Company | Use code BeWell to get $50 off the DNA test kit

Topics Discussed:

→ How do your genes affect your health?

→ Can DNA determine your ideal diet?

→ How do genetics affect hormones?

→ Can your genes influence stress and sleep?

→ Should you test your DNA for health?

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Sponsored By:

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.

→ Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order.

Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:47 - How Do I Take Control?

→ 00:03:00 - Don’t Do Cardiovascular Exercises…

→ 00:08:29 - How Getting Sick Changed His Life

→ 00:15:38 - What Is DNA?

→ 00:19:40 - SNPs, Gene Variants + Missing Genes

→ 00:29:05 - Dopamine, Stress + Burnout Genetics

→ 00:34:00 - What Is Your Genetic Superpower?

→ 00:40:00 - Removing The Toxic Load

→ 00:45:23 - Why Testing Your Kids’ DNA Could Be Helpful