In this episode, I talk about why managing cholesterol—especially LDL—is so important for reducing the risk of heart disease, which is still the leading cause of death worldwide. I share how dietary cholesterol can raise blood cholesterol levels and how certain foods, like apples, berries, and garlic, can help lower it naturally. I also explain how simple lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of a heart attack by up to 94%, compared to the 20–30% reduction seen with statins. Tune in to learn how you can take charge of your heart health with everyday choices that really make a difference.
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In this episode of Nourished Alive, I’m sharing one of my favorite client success stories — a real-life transformation that shows what’s possible when you stop settling for “fine” and start prioritizing your health.
You’ll hear how my client went from feeling exhausted, bloated, and stuck to feeling energized, confident, and fully alive again — simply by learning how to nourish her body intuitively, balance her hormones, and trust herself again.
This story is a reminder that lasting change doesn’t have to be complicated — it’s about small, intentional shifts that lead to big results.
💫 Join me as I walk you through her journey — from uncertainty to empowerment — and get inspired to start your own.
👉 Listen now and imagine what’s possible for you.
Join the Hunger Hormone Reset today: https://www.nourished-alive.com/3-month-hunger-hormone-reset
In this episode, I share my personal experience breaking a 48-hour fast and dive deep into the science behind what actually happens in your body during extended fasting.
From shifting fuel sources and balancing hunger hormones, to boosting insulin sensitivity and activating cellular repair, fasting is a powerful (and often misunderstood) healing modality.
I’ll walk you through the three key stages of a longer fast, how it impacts women’s health (especially during perimenopause), and why fasting gave me calm, steady energy, mental clarity, and even helped me build muscle while burning fat.
If you’ve ever been curious about fasting—or wondered whether it’s safe and sustainable for women—this episode will give you both the science and the real-life experience you need to understand its benefits.
✨ Ready to reset your hunger hormones and experience metabolic freedom?
Learn more about my 3-Month Hunger Hormone Reset program and join the waitlist today: https://www.nourished-alive.com/3-month-hunger-hormone-reset
READ MORE on my blog: https://www.nourished-alive.com/post/the-healing-power-of-a-longer-fast-my-48-hour-experience
In this solo, unscripted episode, I take you behind the scenes as I complete a 48-hour fast during our 3-month Hunger Hormone Reset program. I share why I chose to do it, what it felt like, and the powerful lessons I’ve learned about hunger, satiety, and trusting my body.
You’ll hear about:
✅ The purpose of the Hunger Hormone Reset
✅ What actually happens during a 48-hour fast (physically + mentally)
✅ The mindset shifts that make fasting empowering rather than restrictive
✅ How this practice is helping me (and my clients) feel more in tune with real hunger cues
If you’ve ever been curious about fasting or wondered how to reset your hunger hormones without medication, this episode will give you a real, honest look at what’s possible.
🎧 Listen now and consider how you can begin reconnecting with your body’s wisdom.
Join the 3 Month Hunger Hormone Reset Program HERE: https://www.nourished-alive.com/3-month-hunger-hormone-reset
You’ve finished the cleanse — so now what?
In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies I use (and recommend to my clients) for staying nourished, balanced, and energized long after a detox or reset ends. I’ll walk you through how to reintroduce foods one at a time, how to track your body’s responses using a simple journal, and how to maintain your results without falling back into old patterns.
I’ll also talk about the importance of planning ahead, staying accountable, and creating a lifestyle that supports you every day — not just during a cleanse.
You’ll hear my tips on:
What to do right after you finish a cleanse
How to catch early signs of imbalance before they spiral
Why coaching, movement, and stress support are key to long-term success
How to avoid needing another “drastic” reset down the road
✨ If you want more support, I’d love to work with you 1:1 — coaching spots are open!
Let’s keep this momentum going — your body knows what to do.
JOIN THE NEXT ROUND: https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
In this heartwarming episode, I welcome Jeanne and McKenna, a mother-daughter duo, to share their personal experiences with the 4 Day Nourishment Cleanse.
Jeanne, a six-time cleanse participant, inspired her daughter McKenna to join for the first time — and together, they embraced the power of preparation, structure, and support. McKenna shares how the cleanse significantly improved her sleep and skin, while Jeanne reflects on how involving her daughter made the process even more meaningful.
Tune in to hear their candid insights on:
Whether it’s your first round or your sixth, this episode reminds us that healing and nourishment are even more powerful when shared.
✨ Learn more or join the next round at www.nourished-alive.com/cleanse
📲 Connect with me on Instagram @vesnarysdale
In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey — from growing up in Bosnia to navigating the confusing and often frustrating U.S. healthcare system, to finally reclaiming my health on my own terms.
I was honored to sit down with Whitney, the host of 'There's Always a Reason' podcast to share my journey back to health.
After years of feeling unheard and overwhelmed, I dove deep into self-education, embraced targeted nutrition, and made powerful lifestyle changes. The result? No more symptoms. No more hormone imbalances. Just a vibrant, symptom-free life that I truly love.
Now, as the founder of Nourished-Alive, I help others cut through the noise, trust their bodies again, and take back control of their health — for good.
This cleanse changed my life, and I know it can change yours too.
✨ Join the next round at www.nourished-alive.com/cleanse
📲 Come say hi on Instagram @vesnarysdale
In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Ariaudo, executive health and wellness coach and expert in somatic relating and body intuition. Despite eating clean and living well, Sarah was still struggling with chronic inflammation—until she said yes to the 4-day Nourishment Cleanse.
Sarah shares how she personalized the cleanse to fit her lifestyle, extending it to 5.5 days, and how the group support kept her motivated throughout. The results? Improved energy, deeper sleep, mental clarity, and a visible reduction in visceral fat.
If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still not feeling your best, this conversation is for you. Sarah reminds us that the body knows what to do—and that healing is possible when we learn to listen.
Tune in to hear:
Why even healthy habits sometimes need a reset
How to adapt the cleanse to your unique body
The power of community support in healing
Why trusting your intuition is key to sustainable wellness
✨ Learn more about the cleanse and how to join the next round at https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
In this episode, I’m diving into the world of gut health supplements and answering some of the most common questions I get:
Should you be taking probiotics?
If so, which ones are best for you?
And how can you tell if a supplement is really doing its job?
I’ll share my thoughts on how to navigate the overwhelming supplement aisles, from understanding gut health basics to figuring out which products might be right for you.
Whether you're looking to optimize your health or just curious about adding supplements to your routine, I’ve got the insights you need to make the right decision for your body.
JOIN THE NEXT CLEANSE and balance your hormones and your gut! Visit nourished-alive.com/cleanse to sign up today!
In this episode, I sit down with Janina Rivera — a fellow clinical research professional and first-time cleanser — to talk about what it’s really like to try the Nourishment Cleanse for the first time. Janina shares her honest thoughts: the hesitations, what finally pushed her to give it a try, and what changed in her body and mind along the way.
She’d never done a cleanse before, and this conversation is all about what it feels like to step into something new when you're used to being the caregiver, the professional, the person who always pushes through.
If you’ve been curious about the cleanse but unsure if it’s for you — this is the episode to listen to.
Join the next cleanse today: https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
In this episode of Nourished Alive, I’m talking about something deeply personal and incredibly common—thyroid health. If you’ve been feeling exhausted (even after a full night’s sleep), dealing with brain fog, mood swings, or stubborn weight gain… I want you to know: you're not crazy, and you're not alone.
These are often signs that your thyroid may need some extra support. I’ll share how I learned to tune into my body’s intuitive wisdom, what symptoms I stopped ignoring, and the 5 simple shifts I made with food and movement that helped me feel like myself again.
You’ll hear:💛 The often-overlooked signs of thyroid imbalances
💛 Why your intuition is your most powerful health tool
💛 5 easy ways to nourish your thyroid and feel better—naturally
💛 Why you don’t have to suffer in silence or accept “you’re just getting older” as an answer
If you’re ready to reclaim your energy, reset your hormones, and reconnect with your body—this episode is for you.
🎧 Press play and let’s take this journey together. And if a woman in your life needs this message, please share it with her.
Take the next step!
Join me for the next 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse! https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
In this powerful and relatable episode of Nourished Alive, I sit down with my client Susan, a woman in her 40s from North Carolina who felt like she was doing "fine"—until she realized fine wasn’t good enough. Facing fluctuating weight, high cholesterol, and feeling stuck in the cycle of medication and family health history, Susan took a leap and joined the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse.
What happened next was life-changing.
Tune in as Susan shares how this cleanse became her monthly ritual, why it was easier than she expected, and how it helped her reconnect with her body, try new foods, and inspire her family to get healthier too. This episode is full of honest reflections, emotional wins, and the kind of motivation every woman over 40 needs to hear.
🎧 Ready to feel nourished and alive again?
Join the next cleanse at nourishedalive.com/cleanse
In this episode of Nourished Alive, we're diving deep into Candida—what it is, why it overgrows, and how it impacts your health. If you've ever struggled with sugar cravings, fatigue, skin issues, digestive problems, or brain fog, Candida overgrowth might be the culprit.
Join me as I break down:
✅ What Candida is and where it thrives in the body
✅ Common symptoms of overgrowth (from gut imbalances to skin flare-ups)
✅ The key triggers, including antibiotics, diet, and stress
✅ How to support your body in restoring balance naturally
Plus, I’ll share my best tips for nourishing your gut and regaining energy. If you suspect Candida may be affecting your health, this episode is for you!
🎧 Tune in now and start your healing journey. And don’t forget to visit nourishalive.com/newyou to discover how you can feel better in just 30 days!
Download your free sugar cleanse: https://www.nourished-alive.com/sugarcleanse
What if four days could change your life? In this episode, I sit down with Denise, a dedicated member of the Nourished Alive community, who shares her inspiring health transformation journey. After losing both parents at 65, she knew she had to take a different path to reclaim her health and longevity.
Denise opens up about her struggles with weight loss, energy crashes, and finding a sustainable approach to health. She shares how traditional diet programs like Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig left her feeling unsupported, and how the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse gave her the tools, community, and guidance she needed to finally feel in control of her well-being.
In just two months, Denise has:
✅ Lost 9 pounds effortlessly
✅ Improved her sleep and energy levels
✅ Eliminated unhealthy cravings
✅ Gained confidence in her ability to nourish her body with real, wholesome food
✅ Found a supportive community of women walking the same journey
This episode is a must-listen if you're looking for a real, sustainable way to lose weight, improve gut health, and feel truly alive again—without counting calories or restrictive diets.
🎧 Tune in now and get inspired by Denise’s journey!
✨ Ready to feel your best?
Join the April 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse and experience the same incredible results for yourself. Sign up now at nourishedalive.com/cleanse.
Let’s nourish and thrive—together! 💚
In this episode of Nourished Alive, I sit down with Cristina, a busy professional who transformed her health and life through the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse.
Cristina opens up about her struggles with constant fatigue, sugar cravings, and digestive issues — and how she finally reclaimed her energy and balance with just a few simple, nourishing changes.
Listen in as we dive into:
🌱 The wake-up call that led Cristina to prioritize her health
🥦 How the Nourishment Cleanse reset her digestion and curbed cravings
💪 The surprising shifts in her energy and mood after just four days
👩🍳 Tips for sustaining healthy habits, even with a packed schedule
If you’ve been feeling run-down, bloated, or just “off,” this episode is a must-listen. Cristina’s story is proof that with the right support and a little nourishment, you can feel vibrant and alive again — and it only takes four days to start.
🎧 Tune in now and get inspired to start your own health journey!
👉 https://www.nourished-alive.com/cleanse
When Maria got the news that her A1C was in the diabetic range, her cholesterol was sky-high, and she had fatty liver disease, she feared medication was her only option. That is, until her daughter invited her to try the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse — and everything changed.
In this inspiring episode, Maria opens up about:
✨ The wake-up call that pushed her to take control of her health
🌿 How she dropped six pounds — and kept going
🩺 The life-changing moment when her doctor said, “Keep doing what you’re doing!”
👨👩👧👦 How her son joined her on the cleanse, making it a family affair
💪 The newfound energy and empowerment that have her feeling better than she has in years
Maria’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to reclaim your health and rewrite your future.
Ready to start your own transformation? The next 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse begins on April 7th — and the VIP option includes a 1:1 coaching session for personalized support.
🎧 Tune in now and get inspired to take charge of your health!
🌱 Join the April Cleanse
https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
Let Maria’s journey be the nudge you need to say yes to yourself.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Whitney McFadden — Functional health expert, and Nourishment Cleanse participant — to dive deep into the often-overlooked world of women’s hormonal health. Whitney shares her personal journey of navigating perimenopause symptoms, fertility concerns, and the realization that even lifestyle medicine is often designed with men in mind.
We explore:
🌱 Understanding your body’s unique hormonal needs.
🌱 Supporting fertility and balancing hormones through nutrition and lifestyle.
🌱 The power of syncing food and movement with your cycle.
🌱 How the Nourishment Cleanse provided a fresh, targeted approach to Whitney’s health journey.
If you’ve ever felt like your health journey needed a more personalized, feminine approach, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
Listen now and discover how to nourish your body in a way that truly supports your hormones and overall well-being.
Connect with Dr. Whitney McFadden here: https://willowmindhealth.com/
Join the next 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse: https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
Ever feel exhausted even though you're eating well, exercising, and trying to check all the right boxes for your health? You're not alone! In this episode of Nourished Alive, I break down the real reasons why so many women struggle with low energy—and what to do about it.
I’ll share:
✅ Why when you eat is just as important as what you eat
✅ The #1 mistake most people make in the morning that drains their energy
✅ How to stabilize blood sugar to prevent crashes and fatigue
✅ Why the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse is a game-changer for restoring energy
✅ Simple, doable shifts to fuel your body for sustained vitality
🎁 BONUS: Everyone who listens to this episode gets an exclusive coupon code for $100 OFF the *APRIL Nourishment Cleanse—because what you eat truly impacts how you feel! Use code: 100OFF
Most people think they’re drinking enough water—but are you actually hydrated? In this episode, I’m diving into a question that came up during our latest IL&N group coaching call: How do you know if you’re truly hydrated?
We’ll cover:
💧 The real signs of dehydration (it’s not just thirst!)
⚡ How hydration affects your energy, metabolism, and cravings
🥤 Simple ways to boost hydration without forcing down plain water
If you’re feeling sluggish, dealing with cravings, or just want to optimize your health, this episode is for you! Plus, if you want deeper support, join the IL&N group and get private access to my cleanse program—complimentary!
https://nourished-alive.com/iln2025
Ever wonder what it takes to trade a steady corporate job for the thrill (and challenges) of running your own business? In this podcast episode with HERAHUB founder Felena Hanson, I share my personal journey of leaving the corporate world behind and taking the leap into entrepreneurship. I open up about the fears I had to overcome, the lessons I’ve learned along the way, and how joining a supportive community like HeraHub has reshaped my 2025 vision.
If you’re curious about making a career change, or you’ve been feeling the pull toward something more aligned with your passions, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear why “lone wolf” thinking only gets you so far—and how building a strong, empowering sisterhood can change everything.
Don't forget to join the next round of the 4-Day Nourishment Cleanse! https://nourished-alive.com/cleanse
