Balanced Bites: Talk on Food, Fitness, & Life with Liz Wolfe

Listen to the full show on the Ideal Age Podcast! Be sure to subscribe & follow! Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all of these for 20% off with code IAPODCAST20. Go to MDLogichealth.com and use code IAPODCAST20.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Listen to the full show on the Ideal Age Podcast! Be sure to subscribe & follow! Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all of these for 20% off with code IAPODCAST20. Go to MDLogichealth.com and use code IAPODCAST20.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Listen to the full show on the Ideal Age Podcast! Be sure to subscribe & follow! Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all of these for 20% off with code IAPODCAST20. Go to MDLogichealth.com and use code IAPODCAST20.

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

Listen to the full show on the Ideal Age Podcast! Be sure to subscribe & follow! Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all of these for 20% off with code IAPODCAST20. Go to MDLogichealth.com and use code IAPODCAST20.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

Listen to the full show on the Ideal Age Podcast! Be sure to subscribe & follow! Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all of these for 20% off with code IAPODCAST20. Go to MDLogichealth.com and use code IAPODCAST20.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

#485: Today we are excited to reshare one of our favorite episodes with the one and only, Tina Haupert! Tina is the founder of Carrots ‘N’ Cake, an online health and wellness consultancy that helps women find balance in their diets (while still eating delicious food) and hormones, achieve body composition goals, and optimize their metabolism through functional testing and coaching. Tina is a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), as well as a certi...

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

#484: Today we bring back a fan-favorite episode with Steph Gaudreau, a certified strength coach and menopause specialist, nutritionist, award-winning podcaster, best-selling author, and overall badass who specializes in making other women over 40 feel like badasses themselves! Listen in to learn more on how Steph coaches women to eat to support strength, increase energy, and boost their performance in the gym to maximize their ROI from workouts. Follow Steph on Instagram HERE To downlo...

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

#483: Today we reintroduce Juliet Starrett, an author, attorney, health and fitness entrepreneur, former professional athlete (with some really incredible stories!), podcaster, and co-author with her husband Kelly Starrett of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller Built to Move: The 10 Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully. We talk about why mobility is important for everyone and how a newly popular sport is taking over in the best way; why accessibility is just as important whe...

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

#482: Today we revisit a conversation Liz had with Primeadine creator, Leslie Kenny where she chatted about resistant starch and the gut biome, Leslie’s journey of healing her autoimmune disease, the magic of spermidine, and a deep exploration on why Primeadine is one of Liz’s all-time favorite supplements! Follow Leslie on Instagram HERE Learn more about Leslie by visiting her website, HERE Use code LIZ10 for 10% off your next order, HERE Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge D...

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

#481: Pediatrician Dr. Carissa Stanton, author of Motherhood Makeover: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Reclaiming an Authentic Mothering Journey returns to the studio to continue our conversation surrounding “mom guilt” and how medicine—conventional or not, is overwhelming! In a world full of burn out and hustle, we talk about why doing less of “all the things” may actually be the answer to restoring a woman’s health. Follow Dr. Stanton on Instagram HERE To purchase Motherhood Makeover: A Pediatric...

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

#480: Pediatrician Dr. Carissa Stanton, author of Motherhood Makeover: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Reclaiming an Authentic Mothering Journey stops by the new studio to talk the challenges facing moms: from dysfunctional “villages” to “mom guilt” to how practitioners and healthcare providers themselves add to the stress placed on moms today. The solutions? They’re not what we might think. Listen in to feel seen, be encouraged, get regulated, and most importantly, learn to say “f*ck it” when you ...

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2024

#479: Today we revisit Liz’s interview with Noelle Tarr on the Well-Fed Women Podcast! In her appearance on WFW, Liz tackled how metabolism plays a role in women’s health and how it’s been oversimplified. She talks about what she thinks is the reason people actually age suboptimally, and why exercise is so much MORE than “burning calories”. Take midlife by storm and dive into this episode for all the hacks to help you age like a badass. Follow Noelle on Instagram HERE For more e...

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2024

#478: We are back today for Part 2 with neuronutritionist Tim Frie! We’re talking about how nutrition plays a key role in trauma healing, and why certain “programs” and protocols may NOT be for you (and why it’s not your fault). Plus, we talk the supplements he recommends to optimize your neurological health. Follow Tim on Instagram HERE To learn more about Tim, visit his website HERE Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge Daily Aminos + HERE For exclusive content, giveaway and d...

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

#477: Founder of the Southeastern USA’s ONLY neuro-nutrition clinic, Tim Frie joins us to discuss the impact of trauma on the body, the cellular danger response, and the association between trauma and disease—especially in women. Follow Tim on Instagram HERE To learn more about Tim, visit his website HERE Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge Daily Aminos + HERE For exclusive content, giveaway and discounts, subscribe to Liz’s newsletter HERE Whether you load up when you feel ...

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

#476: Today we sit down with the Period Nutritionist, Cynthia Donovan, to talk about the prevalence of Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and how it might not look the way you think it does! We also talk why eating MORE is critical for women’s health, and how metabolism and your cycle go hand-in-hand. Learn more on how to get your period back in this episode! Follow Cynthia on Instagram HERE To learn more about Cynthia and her program, click HERE To listen to the Period Recovery Podcast, visit HERE Fo...

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

#475: Today I chatted with co-founder of CLEARSTEM skincare, Kayleigh Christina to discuss the root causes of adult acne (it’s deeper than you might think), recommended steps to achieve the skin you desire, and how nutrition–carbs in particular—play a crucial role in a diet for healthy skin. Get the skin you dream of and tune in now! Follow Kayleigh on Instagram HERE To shop CLEARSTEM products, click HERE and use code REALFOODLIZ for 15% off! Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAg...

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2024

#474: Today we’re giving new life to Liz’s interview with Erin Holt on the Funk’tional Nutrition Podcast! In her appearance on the FNP, Liz dived into metabolism and how it pertains to women, specifically those 35+. We talk protein requirements (and the confusion around it!), how to support your body to be as metabolically healthy as possible (hello, EAAs 🤩), and why diet culture is THE WORST. We discuss further the ways in which glucose in the form of carbs *GASP* are good for us, and how fu...

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

#473: Today I’m joined by Katy Bowman, a biomechanist (yes, that’s as smart and cool as it sounds), bestselling author, movement expert, and host of the Move Your DNA Podcast. We discuss the differences between exercise and functional movement, why movement needs vary, and why resistance training paired with functional movement is essential for aging well. Katy also introduces her new book, My Perfect Movement Plan: The Move Your DNA All Day Workbook AND a new term–”attention fatigue.” (Yes, ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

#472: Today we’re having an enlightening conversation with PhD Physiologist and Sports Nutrition Scientist, Dr. Stacy Sims. Stacy reveals crucial insights into women’s health, including the importance of tracking the menstrual cycle and its benefits for optimizing training. She discusses the historical lack of female representation in sports science research, the key differences between power and strength, and the necessity of proper pre and post-workout fueling. Stacy also highlights the sig...

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

#471: Today Registered Dietitian Lauren Papanos joins us! Lauren is a published nutrition researcher, and the founder of Functional Fueling Nutrition, a virtual private nutrition coaching practice that empowers high-performing women to go from frustrated to thriving with individualized solutions for PCOS, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and other hormonal imbalances. Lauren shares her journey from competitive cheerleading to her own health crash to becoming a leading expert in functional ...

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

#470: Today we welcome back Wise + Well founders: Functional Health Coach Maria Claps and Functional Nutritionist Kristin Johnson! We talk all things HRT and dive into their incredible and robust NEW book to help you thrive in midlife! We talk why being in perimenopause denial is preventing you from optimizing your health, and the role HRT can play in combating hormonal deficiencies that occur in menopause! We also talk in depth on HOW HRT works in the body, how soon to begin hormone testing ...

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

#469: In this replay, Liz discusses all things hair. From removal of pesky chin hairs when laser hair removal goes bad (hello, Electrolysis!), her method of dyeing (and how it has changed), and ways she adds strength to the hair she wants to keep! Set down those tweezers and tune in! Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge Daily Aminos + HERE For exclusive content, giveaway and discounts, subscribe to Liz’s newsletter HERE To join our FREE Own Your Metabolism Commun...

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

#469: Listener favorite certified epigenetics coach Becca Roses is back! In this episode, we explore the profound impact of genetic testing on nutrition, exercise, and detox pathways. Becca explains the process and benefits of her DNA test kits, and shares how understanding your genes can address issues like emotional eating (yes, it’s true! Who knew!?), weight loss resistance, and fatigue. We discuss stress, hormone function, aging, all the wellness trends and how individualized genetic insi...

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

#467: Best-Selling Author, Integrative Dietitian, and Menopause Expert Esther Blum returns with a raw and revealing interview! Today we’re parenting, hormones, carbs and more. Please note: this episode includes sensitive topics including sexual abuse, childhood trauma and drug abuse. Follow Esther on Instagram HERE Learn More about Esther HERE Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge Daily Aminos + HERE For exclusive content, giveaway and discounts, subscribe to Liz’s news...

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2024

#466: Today we are chatting with Hannah Abad, founder of Prime Collaborative Coaching and a certified mindset and peak performance coach. With over 13 years of experience, Hannah has guided countless visionary leaders from burnout to healthy high achievement using her proprietary neuroscience and trauma-informed methods. Hannah shares her inspiring personal journey that led her to coaching, and gives us the truth about perfectionism — from what it truly means to how to overcome it! We also t...

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

#465: Erin Holt – AKA the Funk’tional Nutritionist – is back! Erin is an integrative and functional nutritionist who blends evidence-based practices, functional lab testing, energy medicine, boundary setting, and humor for a unique and customized approach to women’s health. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of holistic health and self-trust, addressing the limitations of relying too heavily on external health authorities and the importance of listening to your body's innat...

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2024

#464: Today we’re going there(!) with Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Carly Hartwig. Carly teaches women how to chart their menstrual cycles for pregnancy prevention, conception, or simply to understand their bodies better. She strongly advocates for informed consent regarding hormonal birth control. We cover EVERYTHING when it comes to your menstrual cycle—from its connection to hormones and inflammation, to normalizing (and cele...

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2024

#463: Certified Hormone Specialist and Transformation Nutrition Coach Karen Martel joins us today! Karen is the host of the top 100 rated women’s health podcast “The Other Side of Weight Loss,” where she helps women decode the complexities of female fat loss and hormone imbalance. Inspired by her own health struggles, Karen has developed a bold, innovative approach to women’s hormone health and weight management. Her passion lies in empowering women to balance and optimize their hormones, par...

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2024

#462: Today we are joined by WeNatal founders Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim. After both struggling with miscarriages, Ronit and Vida discovered a gap in the prenatal supplement market—no one was addressing male fertility! So together, they set out to change that. They share their personal journeys that led to the creation of the WeNatal supplement brand and reveal the overlooked role of male fertility in pregnancy losses. We discuss the importance of both partners in the fertility equation...

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2024

#461: Today we sit down with holistic nutritionist Ali Shapiro, creator of "Truce with Food," to uncover the intricate relationship between nutrition, weight loss, attachment, and belonging. Ali shares her personal journey with food, weight, and how being diagnosed with cancer at age 13 impacted her beliefs about health. She reveals how early life experiences and societal pressures shape our eating habits and the importance of feeling safe and valued—physically, emotionally, and socially. We...

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2024

#460: Today we sit down with Jennifer Fugo, a clinical nutritionist and host of The Healthy Skin Show podcast, to dive deep into the complexities of chronic skin issues. Jennifer shares her personal journey with skin conditions such as dyshidrotic eczema and hidradenitis suppurativa, and how her passion for integrative approaches has driven her to help others heal. We discuss the often-overlooked connections between gut health, liver function, and skin problems, challenging the one-size-fits-...

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2024

#459: You’ve got questions and Liz has got the answers! Today Liz reveals why every woman in midlife should take Daily Aminos+ and responds to TONS of questions that listeners have asked over the past few weeks. She also reveals why so many women are seeing AMAZING results from IdealAge Daily Aminos+ (hint: it has to do with a secret ingredient that none of our competitors use!) Follow Liz on Instagram HERE Order IdealAge Daily Aminos+ HERE To subscribe and save on 2 jars every 2 mont...

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2024

#458: We’re continuing our conversation with Olivia Amitrano! Today, Olivia delves into her personal journey shaped by the medical struggles of her parents and her pivot towards holistic health. We discuss the spectrum of Western and functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of making informed, personalized decisions for one’s body while exploring alternative wisdom and the nuances of herbal remedies. In this episode, Olivia shares her thoughts on emotional health, the influence ...

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2024

#457 Olivia Amitrano (aka Organic Olivia) joins us today for a truly profound and meaningful conversation. We dive deep into a wide range of topics, from the pressures we place on children to the power of community and the intricacies of herbal medicine. We also explore religion, the duality of life, and much more. Our discussion covers the evolution of relationships in adulthood, living in awe, how our nervous systems coregulate with others, and why connection is crucial to a healthy life. T...

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2024

#456: Before you buy bug spray this summer, you’ll want to tune into this episode! In this replay, we gets to the bottom of the question: Is DEET really bad? Liz discusses permethrin, picaridin and even some natural options and shares what she REALLY thinks the best option is (it may not be what you expect!) and why she’s not a fan of essential oils. Liz also shares tips on using bug sprays with sunscreen and which insect repellents you should NEVER combine. She reveals what to do if you get...

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2024

#455: Today we chat with certified epigenetics coach Becca Roses. Becca Roses is on a mission to help people understand and decode their own genes. In this captivating episode, we delve deep into the world of epigenetics, personal health, and bespoke wellness strategies. Becca shares her personal journey of battling unexplained symptoms and Hashimoto's to discovering the transformative power of understanding her genetics. We discuss the significance of personalized health approaches, debunk c...

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2024

#454: Today I’m chatting with the founders of Wise + Well: Functional Health Coach Maria Claps and Functional Nutritionist Kristin Johnson. Wise + Well is a nutrition and lifestyle company focused on whole health transformations for women in midlife. We cover SO MUCH, including HRT; the debunked Women’s Health Initiative; the importance of lifestyle (period!); WHEN to test and WHAT to test in perimenopause; your hormones; and how to tell if you’re experiencing menopause (vs. encounterin...

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2024

#453: Holistic pediatrician and pediatric functional medicine expert Elisa Song, joins me for a compelling conversation about treating illness, kids’ immune systems, the vagus nerve, and “man colds” (yes, really)! She talks all about the meaning of integrative medicine, her thoughts on antibiotics and why you shouldn’t freak out when your child has a fever! We discuss the gut microbiome, the most vulnerable times in your child’s life, why they should avoid social media and so much more! Thro...

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2024

#452: Before you stock up on sunscreens this summer, listen to this episode! In this replay, Liz does a deep dive into the history of sunscreen and the rise of melanoma. She uncovers why it’s so difficult to bring new sunscreen solutions to market, the difference between UVA + UVB (and which one may initiate or promote melanoma), what SPF actually means and the best option to protect the skin of babies and kids. Liz also reveals her #1 choice for sun protection. So grab your sunglasses, a hat...

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2024

#451: Caroling Potter joins me for an authentic and unfiltered discussion about her experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, and how she used ketamine to bring herself (and her brain) back from trauma. Caroline is the holistic nutritionist behind Flourish Living and Flourish Apothecary. She provides resources and works 1:1 with women in seasons of adrenal fatigue, sleep, anxiety and postpartum. Today we dig deep into postpartum, how ketamine therapy can rebuild the brain, the impac...

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2024

#450: Before botox and filler, the best kept secret in Hollywood for smoothing out wrinkles and maintaining youthful skin was Frownies. Today we are sitting down with Helen Morrison, one of the heirs to the Frownies empire (and their social media maven). Helen shares the history of her family-founded and family-run company that pioneered a simple yet effective solution for smoothing wrinkles non-invasively. We talk about how this beauty secret became mainstream, the growth of the compan...

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2024

#449: Liz is FINALLY ready to share her big news! She announces the launch of her Daily Aminos+, the first product in her NEW line of supplements, specifically formulated for women 35+ and she wants YOU to have access to her exclusive discount code. In this episode, Liz reveals why amino acids are essential for women in midlife (and beyond) and highlights their benefits for supporting lean body mass, boosting energy levels, improving insulin sensitivity, and promoting overall wellness. She sh...

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2024

#448: Entrepreneur and Celebrity Nutritionist Kelly Leveque is here! Today we chat all about blood sugar, motherhood and her super power as an entrepreneur that you can apply to your own life. We dig into why you need to keep your blood sugar balanced, the importance of consuming more protein (especially during pregnancy!), how to get your kids to eat more wholesome foods and her hacks for cooking in the kitchen and feeding a family of 5! She also gives a rundown of her go-to beauty products ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2024

#447: Did you miss Liz’s Metabolic Masterclass? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Check out this episode for a recap where Liz unpacks the vital topics of perimenopause, stress, cortisol and hormones. To access the free Metabolic Masterclass replay, click HERE To sign up for Own Your Metabolism, click HERE To listen to the podcast episode on perimenopause, click HERE To listen to the podcast on what really happens to your metabolism as you age, click HERE Thank you for ...

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2024

#446: Not every symptom is related to perimenopause! In this episode, Liz dispels everything we think we know about perimenopause. From mood changes, shifts in libido, and menstrual irregularities to issues with focus and sleep, what is your body actually telling you?! Liz explores the idea that menopause may evolve in response to social, cultural, and evolutionary factors, and encourages you to embrace curiosity about the signals your body is sending. Sign up for the FREE Metabolic Mastercl...

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2024

#445: Sign up for the FREE Metabolic Masterclass at balancedbitespodcast.com Thank you for listening to the Balanced Bites Podcast! https://balancedbitespodcast.com/ Find Liz on Instagram: @realfoodliz Real Food Liz Eat The Yolks Baby Making and Beyond Athletic Mom Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all o...

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2024

#444: Sign up for the FREE Metabolic Masterclass at balancedbitespodcast.com Thank you for listening to the Balanced Bites Podcast! https://balancedbitespodcast.com/ Find Liz on Instagram: @realfoodliz Real Food Liz Eat The Yolks Baby Making and Beyond Athletic Mom Whether you load up when you feel that tickle in your throat or use them all season to support a healthy immune response, MD Logic Health has you covered. MDLogicHealth.com and until November 8, 2025, you can get all o...

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2024

#443: Today’s episode is real, raw, and revealing! Registered and functional dietitian Michelle Shapiro is back and she had me open up about my own experience exploring GLP-1 medications. We discuss the benefits and risks of GLP-1 medications, intentional weight loss, factors that influence our health decisions and the importance of respecting individual health choices and embracing autonomy. For more from Michelle, you can find her @michelleshapirord on Instagram and via her Qu...

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2024

#442: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack co-wrote the NEW book Real Food for Fertility with Lily Nichols, RDN. She’s a certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, author of The Fifth Vital Sign, and host of the Fertility Friday Podcast. Lisa helps women uncover the connection between menstrual cycle health, fertility, and overall health. Real Food for Fertility: https://amzn.to/3SGsEqa Website: fertilityfriday.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FertilityFridays ...

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2024

#441: Ann Swanson is the author of the NEW book Meditation for the Real World. A former chronic pain and anxiety sufferer-turned-internationally renowned yoga therapist, Ann blends cutting-edge research with ancient wisdom AND practical tips (plus 75+ done-for-you meditations!) to make meditation accessible, rewarding, and NOT just another "to-do" on your list. Meditationfortherealworld.com to order the book and get 14-days of real-world audio meditations crafted to opti...

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2024