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Out of Pocket

Andrew Hayes

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 66

You're here because you're in the healthcare gap.

You're already doing the basics of exercise and eating healthy.

But you're also not so sick you need the care of a doctor.

You want answers that help you live your best life proactively.

If you’re burned out on diets, confused by your symptoms, and tired of being told “everything looks normal,” this show is for you.

Hosted by functional nutritionists Andrew Hayes and Kat Best, we cover the health issues most people struggle with but rarely talk about. Gut problems. Hormone chaos. Fatigue. Cravings. Mood swings. The difference between sustainable fat loss and trendy weight loss. Irregular poops. (Yes, we said it.)

Each week, we give you the tools to actually feel better - without crash diets, supplements you don’t need, or 4AM workouts.

No shame. No perfection. Just more clarity, not more effort.

Subscribe now and say goodbye to guessing on your health.

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🇨🇦 Canada - nutrition
24/02/2026
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The Real Reason You’re Exhausted by 7 PM l Ep 66

Season 1 · Episode 66

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • Duration 26:36

Many people feel productive, focused, and on top of their day, until they suddenly hit a wall around 6 or 7 p.m. The kind of exhaustion that leaves nothing left for their partner, their kids, or themselves.

In this episode of the Out of Pocket Podcast, Kat and Andrew explain why this pattern almost never starts at night. They break down what’s happening earlier in the day that quietly drains energy, why stress hormones can keep someone functioning while masking depletion, and why standard lab work often fails to explain persistent fatigue.

The conversation explores how energy is allocated across the day, why timing and patterns matter more than single data points, and how small changes earlier in the day can dramatically improve how someone feels at night. This episode reframes evening exhaustion not as a sleep or willpower issue, but as a signal that the body has been compensating for much longer than most people realize.

(00:04) The productive-all-day, exhausted-by-night pattern
(04:17) Why evening exhaustion doesn’t start at night
(15:21) Cortisol timing and the energy curve most people miss
(24:08) The most important morning habit for stable energy

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Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/

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If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

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The Hidden Cost of Chronic Stress and What It’s Doing to Your Body l Ep 65

Season 1 · Episode 65

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 • Duration 53:55

Most people think stress just means feeling busy or overwhelmed.

But chronic stress does much more than that. Over time, it changes how your body functions, how you feel day to day, and how well you respond to things that used to work, like eating well, exercising, or sleeping more.

In this episode, we break down what chronic stress is actually doing inside the body, hormonally, metabolically, and neurologically. We talk about how stress impacts digestion, blood sugar, weight, energy, immunity, sleep, and recovery, and why so many people feel like their body has stopped cooperating even though they’re doing “everything right.”

The goal isn’t to eliminate stress. It’s to build a body that can handle it without breaking down.

(00:54) When stress stops being mental and starts changing your body
(06:10) Chronic vs acute stress and why modern life breaks the system
(10:00) Stress, gut health, blood sugar, weight gain, and cravings
(23:20) Nervous system tools that actually help (beyond “just relax”)
(47:19) Speed round: sleep, stress hot takes, meditation, and relationships

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Why You’re Waking Up in the Middle of the Night (And How to Fix It) | Ep 56

Season 1 · Episode 49

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 • Duration 27:38

If you keep waking up between 2–4AM, it’s not random—and it’s not just stress. In this episode, we dig into the real reasons your body won’t let you sleep, from cortisol spikes to blood sugar crashes. Kat shares what’s actually happening, who it impacts most, and what to do tonight to finally stay asleep.

(03:52) Why 2–4AM wakeups are a major red flag
(06:51) Kat’s personal sleep struggles (and what finally worked)
(11:30) The mistake you're making with evening workouts
(22:54) Why poor sleep blocks fat loss and muscle gain

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The Habits You Think Are Helping (But Actually Hold You Back) | Ep 55

Season 1 · Episode 48

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 • Duration 36:11

Some habits feel healthy but they’re often just dressed-up restriction.

In this episode, we break down the most common habits clients swear by… that are actually slowing them down. Kat shares the patterns she sees every week, and what to do instead.

(03:10) Why over-tracking can backfire
(06:45) “Clean eating” vs. consistent eating
(11:30) The hidden downside of willpower
(16:50) What actually moves the needle

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Carbs Aren’t the Enemy for Fat Loss - You’re Just Using Them Wrong | Ep 54

Season 1 · Episode 54

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 • Duration 58:14

Tired, bloated, feeling unmotivated to exercise... and still afraid of carbs?

This episode clears the confusion around carbs: when to eat them, how much, which kinds, and why your body might be screaming for more (or less).

We break down the difference between low-carb, high-carb, carb-dominant, and what happens when you cut carbs the wrong way. No fads. No fear. Just strategy.

(02:20) Why cutting carbs wrecks your sleep, cravings, and hormones
(15:43) What to eat (and avoid) to stop bloating and feel full longer
(42:50) How to time carbs for fat loss and better workouts
(55:00) Find your personal carb sweet spot (without tracking)

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The 5 Sneaky Habits Sabotaging Your Fat Loss | Ep 53

Season 1 · Episode 53

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • Duration 33:33

You're tracking your food. You're working out. So why aren't you seeing results? Most fat loss efforts aren't ruined by the big stuff — they're quietly derailed by a handful of invisible habits. In this episode, we break down the five sneaky fat loss sabotages we see most often and what to do instead if you're stuck.

(04:36) Why your weekends are ruining your progress
(10:33) BLTs: The invisible calories derailing your deficit
(17:22) How all-or-nothing thinking leads to all-or-nothing results
(27:31) Are you "active but sedentary"? Why movement outside your workout matters

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10 Habits Wrecking Your Gut (and How to Fix Them) | Ep 52

Season 1 · Episode 52

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 • Duration 34:32

Bloating, cravings, urgent bathroom trips... if your gut feels off, everything feels off.

In this episode, Kat and Andrew break down the 10 everyday habits quietly destroying your digestion. From how fast you eat, to what meds you take, they cover the real reasons your gut won’t heal (and what to do instead).

You don’t need a cleanse. You need clarity.

(07:19) Causes of bloating & reflux
(10:33) The right and wrong way to snack to improve your digestion
(14:00) The processed food–gut connection
(18:14) The top habits keeping your gut inflamed

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How to Actually Get the Right Care (and Results) From Your Doctor | Ep 51

Season 1 · Episode 51

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 • Duration 01:09:31

Most people assume their doctor has all the answers.

But the truth is, the system is rushed, reactive, and designed for pills and procedures, not prevention.

In this episode, Andrew and Kat share how to advocate for yourself inside a broken healthcare system without being “that difficult patient.” You’ll learn:

How to prepare for appointments so you actually get answers
What questions to ask when tests, meds, or surgeries are suggested
How to know when to get a second opinion
Evidence-backed examples of overprescribed meds and unnecessary procedures
Why being pro-doctor and still questioning the system are not opposites

If you’ve ever left an appointment confused, rushed, or dismissed, this one’s for you.

(05:20) Why this topic matters – the difference between challenging doctors and challenging the system
(19:55) Requesting the full picture – labs, imaging, and questions that open doors
(33:55) Medications to ask more about – statins, PPIs, SSRIs, birth control, ADHD drugs
(53:16) Surgeries and procedures – when to pause before saying yes

Order a comprehensive functional lab here (after checkout, you'll get a confirmation email and text. Mention this podcast in your reply and you'll get a free interpretation call with Kat)

Get your free Metabolic Health Assessment so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best.

Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/

Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit

Fiber: Your Missing Link to Fat Loss, Building Muscle, & Feeling Better | Ep 50

Season 1 · Episode 50

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 • Duration 33:21

Most people think they need more protein or fewer carbs to see results. But the real fix? Fiber.

It fuels your gut, improves nutrient absorption, supports muscle recovery, and makes fat loss way easier. In this episode, we break down why fiber is the most overlooked nutrient in fitness (sorry, protein!) and how to hit your daily goal without flipping your life upside down.

(06:38) Soluble vs. insoluble fiber and why you need both
(09:50) How fiber helps you actually use the protein you’re eating
(13:25) The connection between fiber and muscle recovery
(16:10) Why fiber is the fat loss lever no one’s pulling

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Why Belly Fat Won’t Budge (and What to Do That Actually Works) | Ep 49

Season 1 · Episode 49

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 • Duration 48:17

If the belly fat won’t budge no matter how clean you eat, how much you work out, or how many supplements you try - it’s not your fault.

In this episode, we unpack the real reasons belly fat sticks around and the specific, science-backed strategies that actually work.

This isn’t about restriction. It’s about understanding hormones, stress, sleep, and gut health... and finally seeing results that last.

(05:38) The two types of belly fat (and why one is way more dangerous)
(12:50) Why eating less and moving more often backfires
(14:30) The hidden impact of alcohol, cortisol, and poor sleep
(26:30) The exact strategies we use with clients to reduce belly fat and improve long-term health

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