The Natalie Tysdal Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

What does a healthy relationship with alcohol really look like? Dr. Nzinga Harrison, chief medical officer and co-founder of Eleanor Health, joins Natalie to break down the realities of addiction, substance use disorders, and how compassion and open conversations can transform families. With deep expertise in adult psychiatry and addiction medicine, Dr. Harrison shares actionable tools to recognize early signs, navigate stigma, and support loved ones—plus insights from her new book and experience as a parent.

You'll learn how to use the powerful CAGE screening tool, why support systems are essential, and how addiction is influenced by both biology and environment. Discover the importance of self-compassion, how to talk with teens, and the value of the sober curious movement. Whether you're reevaluating your own habits or helping someone else, this episode equips you with practical strategies and hope for lasting wellness.

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Natalie Tysdal is a health journalist, not a licensed medical professional. This podcast is informational only, not medical advice.

What does it mean to truly "have it all" and why does chasing it often leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or numb? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Amanda Goetz, author of the new book Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have, for a refreshingly honest conversation about modern ambition, parenting, and self-compassion.

Amanda shares her powerful "character theory" framework, revealing how we can identify, honor, and intentionally prioritize the different roles we play—CEO, mom, friend, partner—to break out of cycles of guilt and toxic productivity. You'll learn the practical strategies she uses to create boundaries, set "hierarchies," and move beyond the significance and urgency traps. Plus, discover the real meaning of rest, how to build discipline, and why embracing intentional imbalance might be the secret to happiness.

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• What seed oils are and what makes them different from olive oil, butter, or coconut oil

 

• Why seed oils are controversial—even among doctors and nutritionists

 

• The connection between omega-6 fats, inflammation, and chronic disease risk

 

• Where seed oils are hiding in "health" foods, snacks, and supplements

 

• Natalie's favorite healthy oils and fats for cooking, baking, and salads

 

• Practical label-reading tips, including Natalie's picture-taking hack for small print

 

• How to ask restaurants about their cooking oils—and what to request instead

 

• Why awareness—not fear or perfection—is key for long-term health

Listen now and take the next step toward understanding what's really in your food.

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• Natalie's Free Seed Oil-Free Shopping List: https://www.natalietysdal.com/oils

 

• Gut Reset Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/gutreset

 

• Related episode: Oxidative Stress with Dr. Nayan Patel

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If you're frustrated by weight gain, depleted energy, or feel like your metabolism suddenly hit a wall, you're not alone—especially if you're navigating the hormonal rollercoaster of perimenopause or menopause.

In this empowering episode, health journalist Natalie Tysdal is joined by Stephanie Crassweller, international speaker, master's-level nutrition coach, and host of the Metabolism and Menopause Podcast. Together, they dive into the not-so-obvious drivers behind women's metabolism in midlife—and what you can actually do about them.

Expect practical strategies, compassionate insight, and the truth about why "eat less, move more" simply isn't the answer for women in this season of life. Learn how to work with your shifting hormones and stress response—not against them—to support sustainable energy, metabolism, and well-being.

Stress is the Unsung Metabolism Saboteur

Chronic stress and elevated cortisol disrupt everything from sleep and gut health to thyroid function, making it harder to burn fat and easier to gain weight. Recognizing and managing stress is essential to healing your metabolism.

Eating Less Isn't Always Better

Undereating and inconsistent fueling push your body into fight-or-flight mode, increasing inflammation and triggering metabolic slowdown. For many women, doing less with more intention works better than pushing harder.

Hormones Change the Metabolic Game

As estrogen and progesterone decline, the body loses its built-in stress protection, exposing hidden issues with blood sugar, thyroid, and inflammation. Understanding your hormonal landscape helps you make changes that work for your unique body.

 
• Why traditional weight loss approaches often backfire after age 35

 
• The hidden impact of under-eating and why breakfast matters

 
• Simple first steps for women overwhelmed by nutrition "rules"

 
• The difference between male and female metabolism

 
• How routines, meal prep, and smart shortcuts support success

 
• What Dutch testing is and when to consider hormone labs

 
• Why sustainable food swaps and real-life habits matter more than perfection

Stephanie Crassweller brings decades of experience in women's health, holding a master's degree and certifications in nutrition coaching, functional health, personal training, and exercise therapy. In this episode, she explains how stress, sleep, under-fueling, and hormone shifts affect metabolism, especially in perimenopause and menopause.

She and Natalie discuss how even "healthy" processed foods and common dieting advice can work against women's health goals. Instead, they share how to simplify nutrition, embrace whole foods, support hormone balance, and develop easy habits that reduce stress and increase energy.

This is a must-listen if you've ever wondered why your body feels different as you age—or if you've felt frustrated watching men lose weight faster with less effort. You'll walk away with real-world strategies to help your body work for you, not against you.

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Natalie Tysdal is a health journalist, not a licensed medical professional. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Feeling off—low energy, cravings, brain fog, or sluggish digestion? Your gut might be to blame. In this solo episode, veteran health journalist Natalie Tysdal shares her personal gut health journey and reveals the everyday foods that can reset your digestion, fuel your energy, and elevate your mood—without expensive supplements or gimmicks.

You'll get science-backed tips, practical insights, and a free downloadable Gut Reset Plan to help you take action today.

🌈 Real Food, Real Results
Colorful plants, fermented foods, and fiber-rich favorites (like cold potatoes!) can dramatically improve your gut—and your overall health.

🚫 What to Avoid
Ultra-processed foods and daily alcohol consumption can wreak havoc on your microbiome. Learn how simple swaps can restore balance quickly.

🧘 The Gut-Stress Connection
Chronic stress affects your digestion more than you think. Small daily habits—like walking or breathwork—can create powerful gut healing effects.

• How gut health impacts your energy, hormones, immunity, and mood
• Sneaky signs your gut may be out of balance
• Natalie's personal healing journey (yes, even while traveling internationally!)
• Why diversity, color, and fermented foods boost gut bacteria
• The gut-healing benefits of resistant starches like cooked and cooled potatoes
• The role of polyphenols from foods like berries, olive oil, and dark chocolate
• How processed foods and alcohol disrupt your gut—and what to do instead
• The stress-gut connection, explained without guilt or shame
• Simple, realistic steps to begin your gut reset this week

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If you're constantly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in "hustle mode," this episode offers hope, encouragement, and tools grounded in both faith and neuroscience. Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Alicia Michelle—certified neuro coach and author of Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture—to explore how we can rewire emotional patterns, manage anxiety, and find lasting peace through practical tools and spiritual renewal.

Expect science-backed strategies, powerful stories, and faith-filled insights to help you trade perfectionism and performance for emotional confidence and self-compassion.

 
• Anxiety Isn't a Sign You're Broken—It's a Signal
  
    Honoring emotions (instead of pushing through or "faking positivity") opens the door to deep healing and a more honest relationship with God.

  
 
• Faith and Neuroscience Work Together
  
    Understanding how your brain creates emotional patterns—and how to renew them with grace—gives you power to respond with intention, not fear.

  
 
• Simple, Actionable Tools to Calm Your Mind
  
    Alicia shares everyday techniques like box breathing, journaling, and choosing safe expression to help you reset your nervous system and model emotional resilience for your family.

 
• Why pushing through anxiety and perfectionism often leads to emotional burnout

 
• Alicia's personal health crisis and her journey from performance to peace

 
• The subconscious roots of overwhelm and "never feeling enough"

 
• The ADD Method: a practical model for processing emotions with self-compassion

 
• How to activate your parasympathetic nervous system

 
• The difference between toxic positivity and authentic hope

 
• How faith, prayer, and honest reflection shape long-term emotional well-being

 
• The importance of modeling healthy emotions for your kids

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What is glutathione, and why is it often called "the master antioxidant"? In this episode, pharmacist and glutathione researcher Dr. Nayan Patel joins me to explain how this powerful molecule supports your body's ability to detox, repair, energize, and age well.

We break down how your body naturally makes glutathione, why stress and modern life deplete it, and the new technology making it easier than ever to restore your levels for better energy, sleep, immunity, and recovery.

 

• What glutathione actually does in the body

 

• Why glutathione levels decline with age and stress

 

• How it compares to other antioxidants like Vitamin C, E, and CoQ10

 

• Whether sprays, supplements, or food are best for support

 

• Signs of glutathione deficiency

 

• New innovations in glutathione delivery systems

 

• Real stories of improved energy, fewer allergies, and reduced inflammation

 

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If you're feeling stuck, self-sabotaging, or longing for real change—especially when life looks "fine" on the outside—this episode is for you.

Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Tiffany Owen, mindset and fitness coach, author of Wounded to Warrior, and mother of four, to share powerful and practical wisdom on overcoming trauma, taking ownership of your life, and becoming the woman you're meant to be.

Tiffany gets brutally honest about her battles with trauma, addiction, perfectionism, and people-pleasing—and the turning points that led to her complete transformation. Expect actionable tools, radical self-compassion, and bite-sized practices to help you reclaim your joy, health, and identity—no matter where you're starting from.

Real transformation doesn't require overhauling your life overnight. It starts with one small step—one promise at a time—even (and especially) on the days you want to give up.

Shifting from "Why me?" to "What did I learn, and what's possible now?" helps you reclaim your power, process pain, and move forward.

Tiffany's "declaration paragraph" exercise—a mix of journaling and affirmation—is a science-backed mindset tool that helps you speak to the woman you're becoming, not just the one you've been.

   

• What it really looks like to hit "rock bottom"—and how to rise again

   

• How trauma and people-pleasing can manifest as addiction or self-sabotage

   

• The critical difference between openness and resistance in healing

   

• Tiffany's go-to tools: power promises, non-negotiables, and morning routines

   

• Why reframing your "story" shifts your results in fitness, mindset, and mental health

   

• The role of physical movement and nutrition—and why they're not the whole story

   

• Free resources to jumpstart your mindset, hormones, and healthy routines

 

Listen now and take the next step toward feeling your best.

Tiffany's Book:

  Wounded to Warrior: How to Participate in Your Own Rescue

  Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart

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  Get her Hormone Harmony Jump Start plan, at-home workout, and a 1:1 coaching call.

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Related Episode:

    Hormone Harmony: Dr. Janine Bowring on Natural Solutions to Women's Wellness

   

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Natalie Tysdal is a health journalist, not a licensed medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

If you're tired of dealing with bloating, fatigue, sugar cravings, or stubborn weight gain—this episode may be your turning point.

Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Anu Simh, gut health expert and author of Flourish from Within, to reveal how your gut microbiome could be the missing link in your wellness journey. You'll discover how simple, sustainable changes to your meals—and your mindset—can rebalance your gut, reduce inflammation, and help you feel truly good in your body again.

Want to jumpstart your gut healing journey? Download Natalie's FREE Gut Reset Plan here.

 
• Why many women overlook the gut's role in mood, cravings, and weight gain

 
• How processed foods quietly disrupt gut health and immunity

 
• The power of gut diversity—and how to build it without a complicated plan

 
• Real-life food swaps for busy women and families (even picky eaters)

 
• Why mindset and food culture matter more than rigid rules

 
• Gut Diversity Is Key: Restrictive diets and lack of variety damage your microbiome. A colorful, plant-rich plate helps your gut and your body thrive.

 
• Processed Foods Are Sabotaging You: Ultra-processed foods spike cravings and disrupt your metabolism. Whole foods help restore balance.

 
• Small Changes = Big Results: You don't have to do it all. Start by adding more fiber, color, and protein to your meals for one week—and see the difference.

 
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Natalie Tysdal is a journalist, not a licensed medical provider. Please consult your doctor before making health decisions.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by life stress, hormonal changes, or hidden mental health struggles, this episode brings hope and hands-on wisdom. Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Helene Beck, mental health advocate and host of the "Coming from the Heart" podcast, who shares her raw story of overcoming a physical and emotional crisis—and how it led to a path of self-compassion, resilience, and authentic connection.

Expect real talk about women's midlife stress, the mind-body connection, and actionable strategies for bouncing back when it feels impossible. This episode proves: your lowest point can be the beginning of your greatest growth.

 
• The Mind-Body Connection is Real
  
    Physical symptoms—like Helene's vertigo and fatigue—are often deeply interconnected with mental and emotional health, especially in women navigating midlife changes.

 

• You Are Not Alone: The Power of Community & Vulnerability
  
    Healing accelerates when we allow ourselves to seek help, open up, and create supportive communities—whether through friendship, therapy, or sharing our voice publicly.

 

• Healing is a Journey, Not a Quick Fix
  
    From self-compassion to daily routines (like gratitude, therapy, and small self-care rituals), the road to wellness is ongoing—and every step counts.

 
• Why women often ignore early signs of stress and overwhelm in midlife—and the hidden toll it takes

 
• Helene's story: How physical illness led to a mental health awakening during the pandemic

 
• The surprising link between vertigo, perimenopause, and emotional burnout

 
• Self-care, manifestation, and the shift to a more holistic lifestyle

 
• The importance of letting people in—and why you don't have to "fix it all yourself"

 
• How to start rebuilding after a health or emotional crisis

Listen now and take the next step toward feeling your best.

 
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Natalie Tysdal is a health journalist, not a licensed medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.