Healthful Pursuit Podcast

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The Hormone-Weight Connection No One Talks About Jul 01, 2025

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Calories tell only half the story. In this episode I uncover the real drivers of stubborn fat, cravings, and stalled muscle: estrogen, cortisol, insulin, and leptin. Learn how these four hormones decide whether you burn fat or store it, and hear the food, stress, training, lab, and peptide strategies that bring them back into balance so body recomposition finally makes sense.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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What Is Redox? The Key to More Energy and Faster Healing Jun 24, 2025

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What if your fatigue, slow healing, and "off" feeling had nothing to do with willpower—and everything to do with cellular communication? In this episode, we're diving into Redox signaling: how your cells talk, repair, and power your body. You'll learn how Redox balance supports energy, immune response, hormone sensitivity, and recovery—and why macros and supplements won't work unless this layer is restored.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely {CEO of Kion} Jun 17, 2025

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Are protein shakes really enough as you age? In this episode, I'm joined by Angelo Keely, CEO of Kion, to break down why Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) are the real secret to preserving muscle, energy, and body composition—especially for women over 35. We explore how EAAs differ from protein powder, when to use them, and how they support fat loss, hormone health, and recovery.

🎧 Plus, we talk about creatine for women, why EAAs are more than just a workout supplement, and how to use them daily for best results.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Blood Work Patterns: Fatigue and Thyroid Issues Jun 10, 2025

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Tired, foggy, or losing hair—but your labs are "normal"? You're not alone. In this episode, we kick off a brand-new blood work series, teaching you how to interpret your labs through a functional lens. You'll learn how thyroid markers, ferritin, B12, and iron saturation affect your energy, metabolism, and hair health—and what most doctors overlook. If you've ever felt dismissed or confused by your blood results, this is your blueprint.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Precision Bioactives: Molecular Messengers Changing Women's Health Jun 03, 2025

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Feel like your body's no longer responding the way it used to - despite doing everything "right"? In this episode, we're diving into the world of bioactive amino acid chains: what they are, how they work, and why they're becoming a game changer for women over 35 dealing with fatigue, muscle loss, inflammation, and hormone shifts. We break down the science behind Make Wellness precision products and how they help your body heal, rebuild, and thrive from the inside out.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Why You're Still Bloated (Even Without Gluten) May 27, 2025

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Can you have a healthy gut on a low-carb or even carnivore diet? This episode with Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Herbalist Ashley Sauvé is packed with insights on how to support digestion—even if plants don't love you back. We explore celiac recovery (hint: it's more than just going gluten-free), the rise of parasites, how H. pylori gets missed, and why your gut bugs need carbs (but not too many). Whether you're dealing with bloating, fatigue, or food fears, this conversation is the gut reset you didn't know you needed.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Is Your Metabolism Working? May 20, 2025

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If you've been doing everything "right" on keto but still feel stuck, today's episode is for you. I'm joined by Chris Irvin to dive into metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and what real healing looks like on a low-carb diet. We'll talk about signs of carb intolerance, the role of movement, how veggie oils throw your whole system off, and how to safely reintroduce carbs once your metabolism is healed. No fluff—just the real science behind your fat-burning potential.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Collagen Scams, Science, and What Actually Works May 13, 2025

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BioCell Collagen was the best. And now? It's gone—at least for a few months. In this episode, I unpack the collagen industry: what's legit, what's a gimmick, and why most collagen powders don't live up to the hype. We'll talk about the science behind collagen production, why BioCell worked so well, and how I'm helping clients maintain hair, skin, and joint health with bioactive peptides while we wait. This episode is packed with deep research, client insight, and a powerful new approach to regeneration.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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Why Maintenance is the Secret to the Body You Want May 06, 2025

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In this episode, I'm breaking down why eating more might actually be the secret to getting the lean, toned look you've been chasing. We'll talk about what maintenance calories really are, how to calculate yours, how workouts play a role in body recomposition, and why chronic dieting could be sabotaging your progress. I'm also sharing how my 1:1 macro coaching clients are finally seeing results — without starving. If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, or afraid to increase your food, this episode is for you.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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What I Feed My Dog Daily (Why it Matters) Apr 29, 2025

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In this episode, I'm sharing what I feed my dog Coconut every day — including the exact supplements I use to support her gut, liver, immune system, and mood. From Open Farm dog food to pumpkin seeds, CBD, and liver support drops, I'll walk you through what's in her bowl, why I use each product, and how it's helped her thrive. Whether you're already using supplements or just getting curious about holistic pet care, this is a great starting point to understand how powerful real nutrition can be — for both humans and dogs.

Hosted by Leanne Vogel.

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