Be Well by Kelly Leveque

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Mroz, former Yale and professional quarterback turned health-focused entrepreneur. Jeff is the founder of Pioneer Pastures, the company behind the world’s first A2 Ultra-Filtered Milk and A2 protein shakes, now sold nationally in Target, Sprouts, and Amazon. We cover his journey from sports to building industry-leading brands, his mission to improve metabolic health through better-for-you dairy, and how he’s making clean, accessible nutrition a reality for families everywhere.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ What are the benefits of A2 milk?→ How does A2 milk affect digestion?→ Can A2 dairy reduce sugar impact in kids?→ Why choose Pioneer Pastures over other dairy?→ How much protein do adults really need?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother.→ Function | Learn more and join using my link. Function is the new essential health check, and my first 1000 listeners get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly or use gift code BEWELL100 at sign up to own your health.→ Maui Nui | You can get your Always Summer Sausage by going to https://mauinuivenison.com/kelly.→ WeNatal | You can use my link, https://wenatal.com/kelly, with any subscription order, to get a free one month supply of WeNatal’s Omega DHA+ Fish Oil valued at 35 dollars.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:04:09 - Jeff’s story→ 00:07:52 - Chocolate milk & kids’ health→ 00:10:44 - Sourcing clean chocolate milk→ 00:20:59 - Protein shakes→ 00:24:05 - Pioneer Pastures future→ 00:28:55 - Dairy allergies→ 00:33:03 - Protein goals→ 00:39:03 - Family meals→ 00:42:48 - Eating out healthy→ 00:46:01 - School lunches→ 00:48:10 - Supporting Pioneer Pastures→ 00:51:11 - Body recomposition→ 00:54:41 - Workout recovery→ 00:55:14 - Product shelf life→ 00:57:46 - Bone health & osteopeniaCheck Out Pioneer Pastures:→ IG: @pioneerpastures→ Website: pioneerpastures.comCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ YouTube→ Facebook

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bill Rawls, Co-Founder and Medical Director of Vital Plan, to talk about the root causes of chronic illness and the power of herbal medicine. After facing his own battle with chronic Lyme disease, Dr. Rawls discovered how modern herbology and cellular wellness can help the body heal from the inside out. We discuss his journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing and how restoring cellular health can transform your energy, immunity, and longevity.Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ How can herbal medicine help prevent chronic illness?→ What is cellular wellness and why does it matter?→ Which herbs support detox and immune health?→ What is the RESTORE180 herbal protocol from Vital Plan?→ How can root cause medicine improve long-term health?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother.→ Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.→ 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 → 00:01:52 - Doctor sleep loss→ 00:08:40 - Chronic illness basics→ 00:13:52 - Root cause healing→ 00:20:30 - Everyday toxins→ 00:21:47 - Heavy metals→ 00:28:11 - Best sleep times→ 00:33:11 - Cellular stress→ 00:34:33 - Lyme disease→ 00:37:23 - Bacterial infections→ 00:44:18 - Microbes & treatment→ 00:53:47 - Minimalist wellness→ 00:58:16 - Herbs vs drugs→ 01:04:19 - Herb protocols→ 01:09:36 - Sourcing herbs→ 01:16:37 - Blends vs singles→ 01:22:34 - Staying presentCheck Out Dr. Bill: → IG: @rawlsmd; @vitalplan→ Book: The Cellular Solution & Unlocking Lyme→ Website: www.vitalplan.com; https://rawlsmd.com/resources/ Check Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ YouTube→ Facebook

In this episode, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, a leading researcher in exercise science and women’s health, breaks down the science behind creatine and its many benefits for women. From reducing inflammation and improving recovery to boosting brain health, mood, and sleep, Dr. Smith-Ryan shares the latest research and practical advice on how women can safely and effectively use creatine. She also addresses common myths and side effects, the best dosing strategies, and how creatine can support everything from menstrual health to perimenopause.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed: → What are the benefits of creatine for women?→ Does creatine help with perimenopause and hormones?→ How does creatine support brain health and mood?→ Can women build muscle and bone mass with creatine?→ Is creatine safe for postpartum recovery?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. → Function | Learn more and join using my link. Function is the new essential health check, and my first 1000 listeners get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly or use gift code BEWELL100 at sign up to own your health.→  Vuori | Get 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at https://vuori.com/kellyTimestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:48 - Creatine for inflammation & recovery→ 00:07:05 - Other uses of creatine→ 00:12:59 - Creatine & menstruation→ 00:16:46 - PCOS & irregular cycles→ 00:17:44 - Creatine side effects→ 00:20:55 - Dosing & loading phase→ 00:26:13 - Perimenopause study insights → 00:33:11 - Brain health, mood & sleep→ 00:36:09 - Cognition & hormones→ 00:38:27 - When & how to take creatine→ 00:41:10 - Combating the afternoon crash→ 00:44:15 - Body composition explained→ 00:46:21 - Best workout times→ 00:48:49 - Fasted exercise pros & cons→ 00:52:14 - Improving bone & muscle mass→ 00:56:49 - Heavy lifting & proper form→ 00:58:04 - Surgery & injury considerations→ 00:59:07 - Lifelong athletic training→ 01:02:40 - Postpartum recovery tips→ 01:06:11 - Blood sugar balance→ 01:09:10 - Water weight & puffiness→ 01:10:54 - Types of creatineCheck Out Abbie:→ IG: @asmithryan→ WebsiteCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ YouTube→ Facebook

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tracy Tran, a Newport Beach-based dentist who combines clinical precision with a compassionate, family-centered approach. She’s built her private practice around helping children thrive through early diagnosis and treatment of tethered oral tissues (TOTs) and orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs), which can affect everything from feeding and speech to sleep and overall development.We talk about her journey into dentistry and motherhood, how she became passionate about airway health, and why collaboration between dentists, pediatricians, and specialists is key to helping kids reach their full potential. Dr. Tran breaks down what parents should know about tongue ties, mouth breathing, and early intervention, plus how oral health connects to a child’s whole-body wellness.→ Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed:→ What are tethered oral tissues?→ How do tongue ties affect kids?→ When should tongue ties be treated?→ What is airway health in children?→ How to make dental visits positive?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com/→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. → 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.→ Manukora | Head to https://manukora.com/kelly to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:40 - Airway Health Explained→ 00:09:19 - Kids’ Sleep Issues→ 00:14:32 - Healthy Face Development→ 00:17:48 - Orthodontic Limits→ 00:23:25 - Airway Expansion Techniques→ 00:30:18 - Types of Dental Expanders→ 00:35:27 - Treating Children’s Oral Health→ 00:38:25 - Mouth Breathing Symptoms→ 00:45:08 - Adult Airway Health→ 00:47:49 - Measuring the Mouth→ 00:54:09 - Breastfeeding & Latch Support→ 01:00:20 - Moms Balancing Work & Kids→ 01:03:04 - Steps Before Expansion→ 01:05:52 - Common Oral Health Problems→ 01:08:24 - Tonsil & Adenoid Removal→ 01:13:19 - Children’s Overall HealthCheck Out Dr. Tracy Tran:→ IG: @drtracytran→ Website: https://www.drtracytran.com/ Check Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ YouTube→ Facebook

On this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sasha Hakman, a double board-certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist at HRC Fertility in Beverly Hills. Dr. Hakman is one of the few specialists in the world offering needle-free IVF, and she brings both expertise and empathy to the conversation around fertility, conception, and women’s health.We cover the science and lifestyle factors that impact fertility, including nutrition, exercise, hormone balance, and stress. Dr. Hakman breaks down common myths about fertility, explains what genetic testing can reveal, and shares practical ways to optimize your natural fertility before turning to assisted reproductive technologies. She also gives insight into how metabolic and genetic aging influence egg quality and pregnancy outcomes, and what every couple should know when trying to conceive.→ Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed: → How can I naturally improve my fertility?→ What are the red flags for infertility?→ Does stress affect your ability to conceive?→ What is needle-free IVF and how does it work?→ How does age impact egg quality and conception?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com/→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. → Function |  Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/BEWELL100 or use gift code BEWELL100 at sign-up to own your health.→ Maui Nui | Right now, Maui Nui is offering a free 12-pack of their jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more. Just go to https://mauinuivenison.com/lp/kelly to grab yours. →WeNatal | You can use my link, https://wenatal.com/pages/kelly?sscid=21k9_px3cc&, with any subscription order, to get a free one month supply of WeNatal’s Omega DHA+ Fish Oil valued at 35 dollars.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:04:38 - Becoming A Reproductive Specialist → 00:06:01 - Subspecialty board exams → 00:07:57 - Reproductive endocrinology  → 00:09:55 - Know your medical history → 00:12:58 - Genetic testing → 00:14:15 - Fertility Red flags → 00:17:09 - the pituitary gland → 00:21:24 - Hormone dysregulation → 00:27:22 - Every motherhood journey is different → 00:34:51 - DNA fragmentation → 00:38:41 - insemination options → 00:43:40 - Metabolic vs genetic aging → 00:47:34 - Chromosomes & pregnancy loss → 00:49:09 - The IVF process → 00:54:37 - IVF & exercise → 00:59:12 - Egg retrieval & embryo creation → 01:05:05 - Needle free IVF  → 01:07:11 - Wellness & lifestyle advice Check Out → IG: @SashaHakmanMD→ WebsiteCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

Dr. Billy Garvey, a developmental pediatrician and author, dives into the intricacies of child mental health. He discusses how films can effectively teach children about emotional regulation and masculinity. The conversation highlights the importance of co-regulation over punitive measures and emphasizes building emotional skills in kids. Dr. Garvey also addresses the impact of childhood trauma and advocates for supportive parenting techniques that promote resilience. He shares key insights on modeling healthy emotional expression for boys and the significance of parental mental health.

In this episode, I sit down with Bethany McDaniel, the founder of Primally Pure and host of The Grounded Wellness Podcast. Bethany shares how her own struggles with acne led her to ditch harsh prescriptions and discover the power of simple, natural ingredients. What started with just $250 in supplies has now grown into a thriving skincare company rooted in purity, nature, and intentional living.We talk about the messy but rewarding journey of entrepreneurship, the realities of balancing business and motherhood, and the daily practices that keep her grounded. From her first product launch to navigating growth, from sun protection to circadian rhythms, Bethany opens up about the wisdom she’s learned along the way. → Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed:→ How can natural skincare transform your skin health?→ What does it take to launch a clean beauty business?→ How can entrepreneurs balance motherhood and company growth?→ Why are circadian rhythms and grounding important for wellness?→ What are Bethany McDaniel’s favorite biohacks for daily life?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com/Timestamps:→ 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:02 - Starting the entrepreneurial journey→ 00:05:57 - Growing up in the 80s and nutrition shifts→ 00:10:01 - Leaving your job and going all in→ 00:14:19 - Launching the first product→ 00:16:02 - Learning to run a company→ 00:20:39 - Kelly’s growth journey→ 00:23:22 - Motherhood and entrepreneurship→ 00:29:29 - Building trust and faith→ 00:34:30 - Knowing when to delegate→ 00:36:56 - Daily rituals and routines→ 00:44:02 - Family meals and nutrition planning→ 00:48:30 - Branding and marketing insights→ 00:54:17 - Sun protection and toxins→ 00:58:12 - Skin cancer and melanoma→ 01:01:48 - Circadian rhythm and grounding→ 01:03:17 - Top biohacks Bethany lovesCheck Out  Bethany:→ IG: @bethanyjmcdaniel, → IG: @primallypure→ Website: primallypure.com→ Podcast: The Grounded Wellness PodcastCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

What if the technology you use every day is quietly draining your health? Electrical engineer Tristan Scott has spent years uncovering the hidden ways EMFs, blue light, and constant connectivity may be disrupting human biology. Now, he’s on a mission with Daylight Computer Co. to create tech that actually supports well-being instead of working against it. In this episode, Tristan shares his personal story, surprising truths about EMFs, and why the shift from sunlight to screens could be one of the biggest health challenges of our time. → Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed:→ Are EMFs harmful to human health?→ How does blue light affect circadian rhythm?→ What are the dangers of smart cars and 5G?→ Can sunlight help reverse tech damage?→ How is Daylight Computer different from other devices?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com. → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly. → Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Why EMFs matter→ 00:03:02 - Cell phone side effects→ 00:04:36 - Tristan’s concussion→ 00:07:59 - Your EMF environment→ 00:12:12 - Blue light and biology→ 00:17:17 - Circadian rhythm shift→ 00:21:34 - Power of sunlight→ 00:25:38 - Signal vs noise→ 00:29:02 - Using an RF meter→ 00:36:09 - 5G vs WiFi→ 00:39:46 - Smart car dangers→ 00:44:16 - Buying a safe home→ 00:46:16 - Weekend warrior tips→ 00:49:04 - Daylight tablet overview → 00:59:01 - Daylight kids program→ 01:05:04 - Tech’s impact on kids→ 01:08:41 - Neurodivergence & tech Check Out Tristan:→ Daylight Computer→ Daylight Kids→ Daylight Kids Facebook Group→ X/Twitter: @bitcoinand_beef→ IG: @tristan_health→ Substack: tristanhealth.substack.comCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

In this episode, Alyssa Campbell M.Ed., emotional intelligence researcher and CEO of Seed & Sew, joins us to talk about raising confident, connected kids. With a background in early childhood education, Alyssa shares practical tools to help parents and caregivers support children’s emotions during the critical but often overlooked ages of 5 to 12. We explore how to guide kids through big feelings, set boundaries with compassion, and respond intentionally so they can grow into emotionally intelligent humans.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ Raising emotionally intelligent kids→ Effective strategies for handling children’s meltdowns→ The impact of emotional intelligence on kids’ social awareness→ The FACTS method for emotional regulation→ Talking to kids about screens, puberty, and drugsSponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://www.bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://www.drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. → WeNatal | You can use my link, https://www.wenatal.com/kelly, with any subscription order, to get a free one month supply of WeNatal’s Omega DHA+ Fish Oil valued at 35 dollars.→ Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/kelly to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:59 - What is Emotional Intelligence→ 00:08:05 - Social Awareness & Comparison→ 00:15:21 - Triangle of Growth→ 00:18:41 - Adult and Child Dynamics→ 00:24:01 - Social Pressure & Public Crying→ 00:28:56 - People Pleasing→ 00:36:16 - Guiding Kids Through Big Emotions→ 00:40:18 - Emotionally Sensitive Kids→ 00:47:03 - The FACTS Method→ 00:55:34 - Deepening Parent-Child Connection→ 00:57:34 - Screens, Puberty & The ‘Sex Talk’→ 01:06:51 - Creating Safety→ 01:09:45 - Naming Body Parts + Drugs & Alcohol→ 01:13:36 - Where to Find AlyssaShow Links → Seed QuizCheck Out Alyssa:→ Instagram: @seed.and.sew→ Website: Seed & Sew→ Book: Big Kids, Bigger Feelings (Available Sept 16, 2025)→ Podcast: Voices of Your Village→ Free ResourcesCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Zelana Montminy, a psychologist, author, and mental fitness expert who has spent her career helping people strengthen resilience, sharpen focus, and find calm in a noisy world. We talk about her new book Finding Focus, why our brains are so easily hijacked by burnout and dopamine hits, and how to reclaim presence in everyday life.Dr. Zelana shares practical tools for saying no, setting tech boundaries, time blocking, and creating healthy habits that actually stick. We also dive into motherhood and multitasking and why reconnecting to simple practices can transform emotional wellbeing.→ Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed: → How can I improve focus and avoid burnout?→ What are the best tools to reduce digital distractions?→ Why does multitasking hurt productivity and mental health?→ How can saying no improve resilience and wellbeing?→ What daily habits help build emotional strength?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.→ Fatty 15 | You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:02:30 - Dr. Zelana’s journey in psychology→ 00:06:07 - Brain switching & burn out → 00:08:31 - Cell phones & dopamine → 00:12:01 - Focus thieves → 00:15:59 - Overscheduling and stress overload→ 00:21:21 - The power of saying NO→ 00:23:31 - The Palisades fire & community → 00:27:43 - How to stay present daily→ 00:34:18 - Motherhood, multitasking, balance→ 00:36:25 - Journaling and brain dumping→ 00:38:55 - Urgent vs important tasks→ 00:39:45 - Time blocking for productivity→ 00:43:29 - Generational trauma, healing lessons→ 00:48:50 - Reactivity and emotional control → 00:50:40 - Knowing when to unplug→ 00:54:13 - Return to landlines, tech boundaries→ 00:55:31 - Regaining connection → 00:58:38 - Habits and lifestyle change → 01:01:09 - Health nonnegotiables → 01:03:56 - Incentivizing with sugar → 01:09:06 - The task isn’t owning youCheck Out Dr. Zelana→ Instagram: @dr.zelana → Website: https://drzelana.com/ → Book: https://drzelana.com/findingfocus Check Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook