Fuel Her Awesome- Food Freedom, Intuitive Eating, Empowered Eating, Overcoming Obsession With Weight Loss, Strength Training

In this awesome episode, Jess sits down with Dr. Claire Wilcox, psychiatrist, researcher, and author of Rewire Your Food-Addicted Brain, to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern nutrition: food addiction. Together, they explore what happens in the brain when we crave, overeat, and struggle to stop—and how understanding the neuroscience behind those behaviors can lead to true healing.

Dr. Wilcox shares her expertise ...

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What if fashion was more than clothes? What if it was a doorway into healing, confidence, and becoming the woman you were always meant to be?

In today’s episode, Jess sits down with Marisa Anderson, stylist, confidence coach, pastor and co-creator of the Becoming Her Retreat. Together, they unpack how travel, style, and personal pivots shaped Marisa’s journey — and how those experiences ar...

Every October, the same question pops up: What about all that candy?  And this year, there has been a heavy focus on food dyes! Are they dangerous? Should you be worried about letting your kids dive into their trick-or-treat stash? In this episode, we’ll break down the science behind food dyes, how much it actually takes to reach concerning levels, and—most importantly—how to approach Halloween through the lens of Empowered Eating....

Your hormones don’t just shape your cycle—they shape your mind. In this episode, we’re digging into how estrogen and progesterone impact mood, memory, motivation, and mental health, and what you can do about it.

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1. How Estrogen & Progesterone Affect the Brain

• Estro...

Balanced hormones don’t just happen by chance — they’re built on science, strategy, and a little self-awareness. In this first episode of our hormone health series, we’re laying out your playbook: the big picture of how your cycle works, what changes across the decades, what throws hormones off track, and the steps you can take today to support balance for years to come.

Think you can spot the nutrition lies? In this episode, we’re playing a game of Two Truths and a Lie—nutrition-science style. From carbs and muscle fuel to metabolism myths, I’ll unpack what the research actually says (and what it doesn’t).

👉 Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why carbs are more than just “energy” (and the surprising truth about muscle breakdown).

• Nutrition myths that sound convincing but just don’t hold up in the ...

In today’s culture, women are pulled toward extremes with food—swinging between anti-diet messages and “clean” or “holy” eating expectations. But what if there’s a different way? Empowered Eating offers a bridge between the extremes, inviting us into the nuanced, intentional middle.

In this episode, Jess shares stories that bring this idea to life—from history-making women who defied cultural norms to modern-day examples of choosin...

Your hair tells a story — and it’s not just about beauty. It’s a reflection of what’s happening inside your body. For years, I struggled with brittle hair and stalled growth, until I discovered the missing piece: gut health.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• How gut health impacts nutrient absorption and hair growth

• Why over-supplementing can sometimes backfire and cause more shedding

• The role of biofeedback in spotting when ...

Ever notice how stress doesn’t just live in your head — it knots up in your stomach too? That’s no coincidence. Your gut and brain are in constant conversation, and when stress shows up, your digestion (and mood) get the memo.

In this episode, I’m unpacking what happens when stress hijacks your nervous system and wreaks havoc on your gut — and more importantly, what you can actually do about it.

We’ll cover:

• Why the gut-brain...

 What if the very thing you need for nervous system regulation, gut health, and hormone balance is accessible to you RIGHT NOW in 60 seconds??

More energy, calm, and balance— it is already within reach!

This summer, I hit pause on the nonstop hustle and discovered a new rhythm that’s transformed how I move, eat, parent, work… and live. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it truly means to slow down and reset—not j...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. You can find all the new r...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. You can find all the new r...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. You can find all the new r...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. You can find all the new r...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. Let’s dive in and revisit ...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. Let’s dive in and revisit ...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. Let’s dive in and revisit ...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. Let’s dive in and revisit ...

Welcome to my Summer Throwback Playlist—a handpicked collection of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast. These are listener favorites, packed with insights, laughs, and empowered eating encouragement to keep you fueled all summer long.

A quick heads up: since these are throwbacks, you might hear old references to programs or events that are no longer active—but the heart of each episode still hits. Let’s dive in and revisit ...