Send us Fan Mail Want to reduce your exposure to microplastics, BPA, phthalates, and other endocrine-disrupting chemicals without feeling overwhelmed? In Part 2 of our Plastic Detox series, we're sharing simple, practical ways to create a healthier home and support your hormone health—without striving for perfection. If you've ever wondered how plastic affects hormones, or you're looking for realistic ways to reduce toxins in your daily routine, this episode is for you. In this episode, we di...
Jul 23
22 min
Send us Fan Mail Plastic is everywhere—but what if it's also affecting your hormones in ways you never considered? In Part 1 of our Plastic Detox series, we explore the surprising connection between everyday plastic exposure, hormone health, and the growing health challenges so many people face today. Inspired by the Netflix documentary The Plastic Detox, we discuss why issues like fatigue, weight loss resistance, PMS, thyroid concerns, fertility challenges, and hormone imbalances have become...
Jul 9
28 min
Send us Fan Mail You’re eating clean, working out consistently, and doing everything you’ve been told should work. So why do you still feel exhausted, inflamed, stuck, or like your body is working against you? In this episode, we unpack one of the biggest mistakes we see women make in midlife: trying to solve stress-related symptoms with more restriction, more exercise, and less food. While these strategies may have worked in the past, hormonal shifts in midlife can make your body far l...
Jun 10
21 min
Send us Fan Mail If you’re getting 8 hours of sleep but still waking up exhausted, dragging through the afternoon, or relying on caffeine just to function, this episode is for you! In this conversation, we unpack why fatigue isn’t always a sleep problem. Your energy is deeply connected to how your body regulates blood sugar, stress hormones, and recovery throughout the day. You’ll learn the 3 most common types of fatigue: Blood sugar fatigue : crashes, cravings, and unstable energyCorti...
May 21
19 min
Send us Fan Mail Have you found yourself pulling back from friendships lately… canceling plans, avoiding group chats, or feeling drained by conversations that used to feel easy? If so, you’re not a bad friend—and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode, we explore why your friendships might be shifting right now, especially during a phase of life where your emotional bandwidth, stress tolerance, and overall capacity are changing. What once felt effortless may now feel overwhelming—and th...
May 7
20 min
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself suddenly irritated by things that never used to bother you—like a simple conversation, a group text, or even someone you love? You’re not alone… and you’re definitely not turning into a mean person. In this episode, we unpack why your tolerance can feel like it’s disappearing overnight—and what’s actually going on beneath the surface. From hormonal shifts to changes in your nervous system, your emotional capacity isn’t broken—it’s evolving. But th...
Apr 23
18 min
Send us Fan Mail You’re eating well, staying consistent with your workouts, and doing everything you’ve been told should work—so why doesn’t your body look or feel the same anymore? In this episode, we unpack the frustrating reality of putting in the effort without seeing results—and why it’s not a matter of discipline or willpower. If you’ve ever felt like your body is no longer responding the way it used to, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. We dive into what’s actually ...
Apr 9
19 min
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you were making progress — only to suddenly feel like you’re right back where you started? In this episode, Kristin and Gina, hormone health coaches and co-founders of Stop Chasing Wellness, dive into a truth that doesn’t get talked about enough: healing is not linear. We explore: • Why we expect constant upward progress (thanks, social media and diet culture) • How the “all-or-nothing” mindset keeps women stuck • Why bodies are adaptive, not mechanica...
Mar 19
21 min
Send us Fan Mail Fatigue. Mood swings. Irregular cycles. Anxiety. Low motivation. If you’ve experienced any of these and been told your labs are “normal,” this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, Kristin and Gina — hormone health coaches and co-owners of Stop Chasing Wellness — unpack how nutrient deficiencies quietly disrupt hormone balance and mental health. Hormones don’t function in isolation. They rely on specific nutrients as building blocks and cofactors to be produced, conver...
Mar 5
24 min
Send us Fan Mail If your gut isn’t healthy, nothing else works the way it should—your hormones, metabolism, mood, or immune system included. In this episode, Kristin and Gina break down gut health from the ground up, helping you understand why digestion is the control center of the body—and why healing the gut often unlocks progress everywhere else. Gut health isn’t just about bloating or bathroom habits; it’s about how your body absorbs nutrients, regulates hormones, manages stress, and main...
Feb 19
24 min
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