Be Well by Kelly Leveque

This episode is all about pregnancy nutrition and how small, strategic choices can have a big impact on your baby’s brain and development. We cover omega threes for reducing inflammation and preventing preterm birth, choline for cognitive development, protein for steady blood sugar, and practical meal ideas from breakfast to dinner. I also share my personal routine for breastfeeding, supplement timing, and how I’ve integrated these habits into my daily life.

Plus, we touch on the realities of nausea, plant-based diets, mental health, and balancing science with everyday life. If you’re pregnant, planning to be, or just curious about how nutrition shapes early development, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How do omega 3s help?

→ What’s choline’s role?

→ Best protein sources pregnancy?

→ How to manage nausea?

→ Plant-based pregnancy safe?

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:15 - Blood sugar / glucose

→ 00:06:15 - Miscarriage

→ 00:11:46 - Blood sugar hacks

→ 00:18:29 - Hunger & protein

→ 00:20:34 - Sugar rationing

→ 00:24:40 - Pregnancy snacks

→ 00:25:46 - Choline & organ meats

→ 00:30:27 - Food conversations

→ 00:32:02 - Omega-3s

→ 00:34:58 - Heavy metals

→ 00:38:48 - Pregnancy meal prep

→ 00:41:26 - First trimester & supplements

→ 00:45:26 - Breastfeeding

→ 00:47:47 - Nutrition for breastfeeding

→ 00:50:03 - Nutrition & mental health

→ 00:55:15 - Plant-based diets

Further Listening: 

→ Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy | Lily Nichols & Lisa Hendrickson-Jack 

Check Out Jessie:

→ 9 Months That Count Forever (Book)

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I’ve been thinking a lot about how we talk about food, bodies, and health with our kids…and with ourselves. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lauren Hartman to explore how parents can model kindness, trust their instincts, and help kids develop a healthy relationship with food without shame or rules. We talk about movement, social media, high sugar foods, and the small daily choices that shape how children experience their bodies.

Whether you’re navigating mealtimes, worried about eating habits, or just want practical ways to support your child’s well-being, this conversation is full of insights you can actually use. We also touch on early intervention, balancing nutrition with life’s realities, and why rest, self-compassion, and awareness can make all the difference.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How do I spot teen eating disorders?

→ Picky eating vs ARFID

→ What causes eating disorders in teens?

→ How should parents talk about food?

→ When should I worry about eating?

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Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:02:04 - What are eating disorders

→ 00:04:32 - Eating disorders in boys

→ 00:06:22 - Why cases are rising

→ 00:09:40 - Dieting vs disordered eating

→ 00:12:59 - Early warning signs

→ 00:19:58 - Talking to your child

→ 00:24:10 - Eating disorder education

→ 00:29:28 - Personal backstory

→ 00:33:22 - Balance + rabbit study

→ 00:40:25 - Control and emotional eating

→ 00:44:26 - Eating disorder recovery

→ 00:50:07 - Preventing relapse

→ 00:52:09 - Sugar + processed foods

→ 00:55:55 - Talking to kids about food

→ 00:59:33 - Food freedom philosophy

→ 01:01:56 - Parenting legacy

→ 01:04:06 - Parenting lessons learned

Show Links:

→ How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder (book)

Check Out Dr. Lauren:

→ Freeing Children and Young Adults From Shame, Skills, and Stigma (book)

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What if perimenopause isn’t a cliff, but a seven to ten year hormonal shift we were never properly taught about?

Dr. Amy Shah returns to break down what’s actually happening during the hormone “havoc” phase, from fatigue and brain fog to mood changes and body composition shifts. We dive into the 30-30-3 nutrition framework, why protein and fiber matter more than ever, how fermented foods support estrogen balance, and the 4-3-2-1 movement plan to build strength, resilience, and longevity. This conversation is about shifting from smaller to stronger, and taking control of what you can.

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Topics Discussed:

→ What is perimenopause really like?→ How much protein do women need?→ Does fiber help balance hormones?→ Is intermittent fasting bad midlife?→ How to prevent menopause weight gain?

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Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:36 - Writing Hormone Havoc

→ 00:05:51 - Favorite teachings

→ 00:06:52 - Early signs of perimenopause

→ 00:09:33 - Experiencing perimenopause

→ 00:14:00 - Trouble sleeping

→ 00:15:13 - Preparing for perimenopause

→ 00:18:21 - 30-30-3: Meal Prep

→ 00:21:45 - Midday snacks + probiotics

→ 00:28:14 - Protein + fiber

→ 00:31:52 - Breakfast recipes

→ 00:34:56 - Intermittent fasting

→ 00:38:55 - Estrogen + inflammation

→ 00:41:20 - Circadian rhythm + sun time

→ 00:47:58 - 4-3-2-1 Movement

→ 00:51:48 - Heat therapy

→ 00:53:35 - Infrared sauna

→ 00:55:18 - High intensity training

Show Links:

→ 371: Perimenopause Explained: Sleep, Stress, + Hormone Shifts | Dr. Mariza Snyder

Check Out Amy:

→ Website 

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→ Hormone Havoc (Book)

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In this episode, I sit down with Rachael DeVaux to talk about what high protein living actually looks like in real life. We get into the habits that keep energy stable, cravings lower, and meals simple, without obsessing over every macro. Rachael shares how her approach to food has evolved through different seasons, including pregnancy and motherhood, and why strength, muscle, and metabolic health are now at the center of everything she teaches.

If you want to feel stronger, simplify your meals, and build a healthier family culture without adding more stress to your plate, you are going to love this one.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How much protein do women need?

→ Is high protein good for moms? 

→ How do I eat more protein? 

→ How do I cut sugar for kids?

→ Easy high protein meals

Sponsored By: 

→ Function | Own your health for $365 a year. That’s a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use gift code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code BEWELL for up to 35% off. And if you get a post-purchase survey, make sure you tell them you heard about Cozy Earth right here at the Be Well by Kelly podcast.

→ Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:10 - Starting Rachael’s Goodies

→ 00:05:47 - Evolving nutrition + movement  

→ 00:12:49 - Protein intake 

→ 00:15:33 - Men’s weight loss 

→ 00:17:32 - Women’s weight loss 

→ 00:19:41 - High protein breakfasts 

→ 00:23:44 - Tips for eating out 

→ 00:29:38 - Unpacking “cheat meals” 

→ 00:31:06 - Steam oven  

→ 00:34:52 - Favorite kitchen appliances 

→ 00:37:16 - Quick protein 

→ 00:40:46 - Introducing solids 

→ 00:44:47 - Variety + picky eaters 

→ 00:49:12 - Meal prep 

→ 00:54:13 - Cooking methods  

→ 00:57:42 - Family dinner 

→ 01:01:49 - Day In The Life 

→ 01:05:58 - Intention setting + screen time 

→ 01:10:37 - Teaching children movement

Further Listening: 

→ 247. Rachael's Good Eats’ Nutrient-Rich Recipes & Whole Food Philosophy

Check Out Rachael:

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→ Blog

→ The High-Protein Plate

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In this episode, I sit down with neuroscientist Louisa Nicola to unpack what women actually need to know about Alzheimer’s risk, cognitive decline, and long term brain protection.

We break down APOE genetics, advanced blood biomarkers that can now detect amyloid and tau with remarkable accuracy, and why brain health is inseparable from metabolic health. Louisa explains how muscle acts as a metabolic sink for glucose, why resistance training and high intensity intervals stimulate BDNF, and how sleep drives the glymphatic system to clear amyloid from the brain.

If you want practical tools to assess your personal risk, understand your labs, and build a proactive prevention plan decades before symptoms appear, this conversation is for you.

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Topics Discussed:

→ What does APOE4 mean for Alzheimer’s risk?

→ Can exercise prevent cognitive decline?

→ Do blood tests detect early Alzheimer’s?

→ How does perimenopause affect brain health?

→ Does hormone therapy reduce dementia risk?

Sponsored By: 

→ Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://timeline.com/KELLY and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Cozy Earth |  Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code BEWELL for up to 20% off. And if you get a post-purchase survey, make sure you tell them you heard about Cozy Earth right here at the Be Well by Kelly podcast. 

→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:27 - Mission to end Alzheimer's 

→ 00:03:28 - Women’s rate of Alzheimer's 

→ 00:04:11 - Alzheimer’s overview 

→ 00:07:44 - Education level & health 

→ 00:09:57 - Anatomy 

→ 00:14:16 - Neuroplasticity & glucose 

→ 00:19:38 - Amyloid-beta

→ 00:26:41 - LDL Cholesterol

→ 00:28:36 - Preparing for menopause 

→ 00:31:30 - Blood testing recommendations 

→ 00:34:26 - Lifestyle interventions 

→ 00:39:05 - Nutrition & the MIND diet 

→ 00:42:19 - Zone 2 vs zone 5 training 

→ 00:44:36 - Lactic acid 

→ 00:47:58 - HRT is protective

→ 00:50:19 - When to test for HRT

→ 00:51:56 - Testosterone + brain health 

→ 00:53:40 - Cognitive reserve 

→ 00:57:12 - Hot flashes 

→ 00:58:13 - Quick fixes 

→ 01:00:01 - Brain surgery 

→ 01:05:38 - The brain code 

Show Links:

→ Function | Own your health for $365 a year. That’s a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use gift code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership

Further Listening:

→ How to Take Control of Your Health in a Toxic Food Landscape | Max Lugavere 

Check Out Louisa: 

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→ The Brain Code

Check Out Kelly:

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