She walked out of the doctor’s office with a menopause script in her hand and the words “you need a hysterectomy” echoing in her ears. Jess wasn’t prepared for that moment, but it became the line in the sand. After years of surgeries, diagnoses, and pain dismissed as “in her head,” that day marked the beginning of her true healing.

I’m sitting down with my beautiful friend and M BODY co-founder, Jessica Blizzard, to trace the steps from that moment to now. This conversation is full of truth-telling, laughter, and Jess’s unwavering refusal to disconnect from her body ever again. From enduring endometriosis and adenomyosis to creating food-ceuticals that help other women reclaim their health, Jess’s story is one of fierce self-trust and hard-won wisdom.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, gaslit, or told to just live with the pain, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways

Listening to Your Body – The turning point came when Jess chose her intuition over the medical script in her hand.

Endometriosis is Misunderstood – Jess went undiagnosed for over a decade, despite relentless symptoms and repeated dismissal.

Pain Is Not Normal – Living on Endone and missing out on life is not a sustainable plan. Jess shares how she broke that cycle.

Small Shifts Matter – From fiber to filtered water, whole foods to emotional boundaries, healing happens in tiny daily choices.

You’re Not Broken – Jess redefined her relationship with her cycle and turned it into a monthly health report card.

From Patient to Practitioner Advocate – The creation of M BODY was born from lived experience, research, and a deep desire to help other women heal.

Where to Find Our Guest

M BODY Minerals’ Website: https://www.mbodyminerals.com/

Jessica Blizzard on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessblizzard/

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What if the products sitting in your beauty cupboard were quietly impacting your hormones, gut health, and fertility?

Kasey Giarratana, co-founder of Xali Organics, joins me to unpack the real-life impact of beauty products on our health. After battling PCOS and endometriosis from a young age, Kasey discovered just how many of the ingredients we use daily are contributing to our symptoms. She shares what happened when her naturopath told her to check the ingredients in her skincare, why fragrance is now a firm no for her, and how she's building a brand that actually supports women through every life stage, from puberty through to perimenopause. We talk about the pressure teens face, the power of peptides, and how to navigate clean beauty without going into overwhelm. This is the kind of conversation I wish every woman could hear.

Key Takeaways

Toxic Load Is Real – The cumulative impact of our beauty products can affect our hormones, gut health, and overall wellbeing.

Fragrance Isn’t Just a Smell – “Fragrance” can be a catch-all for hormone-disrupting chemicals that sneak into our products.

Education Creates Empowerment – Helping women understand what’s in their products gives them back control of their health.

80/20 for the Win – You don’t have to be perfect. Choosing better products most of the time still makes a meaningful difference.

Peptides Are Powerhouses – Peptides in skincare aren’t just trendy; they’re biologically compatible and effective for things like hair and lash growth.

Trust Matters Most – In a noisy, often critical beauty industry, transparency and integrity build loyalty that lasts.

Where to Find Our Guest

Xali Organic’s Website: http://www.xaliorganics.com

Xali Organics on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xaliorganics/

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All the water you consume each day might be one of the biggest sources of toxins your body takes in. But once you understand how water has changed from its natural form and what that means for your health, it starts to make a whole lot of sense.

Josh Hiam from Hydrogen Health comes from a background in biomedical and electronic engineering, and he has a real passion for understanding how the natural world designs wellness into our biology. We unpack the science behind structured water, molecular hydrogen, and why your body might be dehydrated even when you’re drinking loads of water.

One thing I loved in this conversation is how clear it became that your body knows what to do. Structured, mineral-rich, hydrogen-infused water can be a massive part of that. It's about returning water to the state nature intended and making it accessible in your daily life.

Key Takeaways

Water Can Be Depleting – Tap water and even filtered or alkaline water may require your body to work harder to process it, leaving you more stressed and less hydrated.

Hydrogen Heals from Within – Molecular hydrogen targets oxidative stress at the cellular level and converts damaging free radicals into water.

Hydration Calms The Nervous System – Hydrogen-rich water helps regulate the vagus nerve, reduce inflammation and shift you into parasympathetic rest and repair.

Kids Know What Feels Good – Josh and I talk about how my son, who has cystic fibrosis, kept reaching for the hydrogen bottle long before I ever told him why it might help.

Your Shower Water Matters – If you’re showering in chlorinated, chemically treated water, you’re likely absorbing and inhaling things that disrupt your hormones and skin health.

Small Shifts Can Be Profound – Structured, energized, mineral-infused water mimics natural spring water and supports mitochondrial function, collagen production and long-term energy.

Where to Find Our Guest

Josh Hiam’s Website: https://www.hydrogenhealth.net.au

Hydrogen Health on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hydrogenhealthofficial

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Girls are skipping meals, hiding full lunchboxes, and burning out before they’ve even had the chance to build strong bones. That’s where this conversation had to start.

Dr. Stacy Sims has been calling out the massive gap in research on women’s health for years. Her phrase “Women Are Not Small Men” isn’t a tagline. It’s a wake-up call backed by science, and it applies at every stage of life. From how our daughters are shaped by early food restriction, to how many of us are still training in ways that don’t match our physiology, Stacy breaks it down.

We covered bone health, birth control, fasted workouts, and why circadian rhythm quietly drives so much of our health. We also spoke about parenting teens, building strong habits at home, and how your menstrual cycle is often the first clue something’s off. If you’ve been ticking the boxes but still feel flat, this conversation brings it back to what your body’s really asking for.

Key Takeaways

Teen Nutrition Matters - Puberty is a critical window for building bone mass, and under-fueling can stunt lifelong health.

Skip the Fasted Workouts - Training without fuel disrupts circadian rhythm and increases muscle breakdown, especially in women.

Exercise is Stress - Recovery needs to match the load, especially in your 30s and 40s, when stress resilience starts to shift.

Cycle-Aware Training - Tracking your cycle helps you train smarter, recover better, and ditch the guilt on low-energy days.

Birth Control and Performance - Oral contraceptives can mute high-end performance and mask red flags like low energy availability.

Reframe High Performance - Whether you’re a mum, a professional, or an athlete, you're living in a high-performance body. Support it accordingly.

Where to Find Our Guest

Dr. Stacy Sims’ Website: https://www.drstacysims.com

Dr. Stacy Sims on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims

Dr. Stacy Sims on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drstacysims

Dr. Stacy Sims on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drstacysims

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Teenagers are being handed the pill to fix things that aren’t broken. That’s the real issue here. Irregular periods, mood swings, acne. These are often part of the natural learning curve as the brain and ovaries figure out how to communicate. But what happens when we shut that whole system down before it’s even developed?

Dr. Sarah Hill is an evolutionary psychologist, researcher, and author of “This Is Your Brain on Birth Control”. Her work has helped so many of us finally make sense of the symptoms we were told to ignore, and now she’s back to share what the science is saying about teens, birth control, and brain development.

This is the conversation I needed as a mum, and I know so many of you do too. Sarah breaks down what’s actually going on in a teen brain, how hormonal contraceptives interfere with those critical years, and why some of the side effects don’t stop just because you come off the pill. This isn’t about fear. This is about being informed so we can make choices that protect our girls’ future health, mood, and fertility.

Key Takeaways

Brain Remodeling Years Are Critical – Teen brains rely on natural hormones to finish developing well into their twenties.

Birth Control Affects Mood – The pill can double or triple a teen’s risk of depression, even after stopping it.

Ovulation Is A Learning Process – Early cycles teach the brain and ovaries to communicate. Shutting that down delays vital development.

Progestin Is Not Progesterone – Synthetic hormones don’t provide the same calming or protective effects as the real thing.

Teens Are More Sensitive – Teenage brains are wired to respond more strongly to hormone changes and disruptions.

Knowledge Is Power – Teaching girls how their cycles work supports long term health and smarter choices.

Where to Find Our Guest

Dr. Sarah Hill’s Website: http://www.sarahehill.com

Dr. Sarah Hill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahehillphd

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Acne can feel relentless, especially when nothing seems to work and you’ve already tried every product, cleanse, and prescription under the sun. Katie Stewart knows that struggle firsthand. Before founding Katie Stewart Wellness, she spent years in television hiding painful cystic acne behind makeup and studio lights while quietly battling the emotional toll behind the scenes.

Katie and I sat down to unpack the real root causes of acne. We talked about the Five Acne-Clearing Pillars her team uses to guide women back to clear skin through gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and nourishing skincare. Whether you’re a teen struggling with breakouts, a mum trying to help your daughter, or someone in your 40s facing unexpected skin flare-ups, there is something here for you.

Katie’s story is raw and relatable, and her insights are grounded in what actually works. This isn’t about chasing quick fixes. It’s about understanding your body and giving it what it really needs to heal.

Key Takeaways

Acne Is a Signal, Not a Surface Issue – True healing starts when we stop chasing quick fixes and start asking what our body is trying to say.

The Pill Doesn’t Balance Hormones – It masks symptoms and shuts down communication between your brain and ovaries, often leading to bigger issues down the track.

The Five Acne-Clearing Pillars Matter – Gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and skin barrier care must all work together.

Nervous System Healing Is Non-Negotiable – You can’t fully heal if your body doesn’t feel safe. Stress and trauma have a direct impact on your skin.

Teen Skin Needs Simplicity, Not Stripping – Overuse of harsh products can backfire. Gentle, barrier-supportive skincare is key.

Accutane Isn’t a Cure-All – Many women find their acne returns after medication. Addressing the root causes is what brings lasting change.

Where to Find Our Guest

Katie Stewart Wellness: https://katiestewartwellness.com/

Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiestewartwellness/

Katie on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/katie-stewart-wellness

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If we can get the teen years right, everything changes. That’s the foundation I want to lay in this special Teen Health Month episode. We’re often missing this crucial piece of the wellness puzzle.

I sat down and pulled together the most common questions I get asked about teen health. Why teens are so moody, what’s actually happening with their hormones, how to support them through irregular periods, sleep challenges, acne, anxiety, and everything in between. This isn’t just a chat about “puberty.” It’s a call for us as parents, caregivers, and cycle supporters to lay down the scaffolding that sets them up for hormone health long after they’ve left the teen years behind. Whether your teen is struggling to sleep, won’t talk to you, or is just starting their cycle journey, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways

Teen Hormones Are Still Maturing – Hormones don’t fully regulate until the early twenties, so irregularity and mood swings are totally normal.

Moody Teens Are Normal – Hormone changes, poor sleep, stress, and blood sugar shifts all play a part. Daily routines really help.

Teens Mirror You With Food – They won’t be told what to eat. You’ve got to lead by example and make fresh food easy to access.

Anxiety Is A Signal, Not A Trait – Ongoing anxiety points to overwhelm, low iron, or gut imbalance. It’s not “just who they are.”

Cycle Tracking Builds Body Awareness – Marking day one and learning ovulation cues sets teens up to understand their bodies for life.

Screens Disrupt Hormones And Sleep – Late-night tech use affects melatonin, cortisol, and mood. Set up a consistent wind-down instead.

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What if your partner had no idea what you were really going through, and didn’t even know how to ask?

Leighton Richards is the CEO of WelleCo, a wellness company many of you already know and love. He never expected to be talking about perimenopause, especially as a man, but this conversation was a beautiful reminder of how things shift when you’re willing to show up and listen.

What stood out to me most was how he sees his role not as having the answers, but as creating space, normalising the conversation, and bringing awareness to the fact that the system is still failing women.

There’s something powerful about having this kind of conversation with someone who genuinely wants to learn, lead with empathy, and support change from both inside the home and inside the industry. I reckon it’s time we had more of that.

Key Takeaways

Men Matter Too – We can’t move forward in women’s health without bringing men into the conversation.

The System is Failing Women – Traditional medicine often overlooks perimenopause, leaving women confused, unsupported, and dismissed.

Empowerment Through Wellness – When women understand their bodies, they gain back control and confidence in every life stage.

Education Starts Early – We need to normalize conversations about hormones and health in families and schools. Waiting until the crisis hits is too late.

Supplements Are Science Backed – The right products, made with therapeutic doses and clean sourcing, can create real change in as little as 30 days.

Support Begins With Curiosity – One of the most powerful things a partner can do is ask questions, listen, and stay present through her transition.

Where to Find Our Guest

WelleCo Website: https://welleco.com.au

Leighton Richards on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighton-richards-b8043723/

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