Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Biochemist and glucose ally, Jessie Inchauspe, is on a mission to make glucose monitoring sexy. After first testing the effect of food on her glucose levels in 2018, she realized there were knock-on consequences in crucial areas of her life when she made certain food choices. After creating a series of glucose-balancing hacks that allowed her to live a normal life – and enjoy the occasional cookie – she decided to share her tips to the world, and her brand, Glucose Goddess, was born. In this episode, Jessie reveals the actionable and affordable ways to balance your sugar levels and explains why adding a couple of simple habits to your mealtimes can boost your mood, sleep quality, weight, and happiness. You will learn about...How monitoring glucose changed Jessie’s life Why vinegar supports mitochondria and burns fatMitigating glucose spikes with Greek yogurt, nuts, green veggies, and healthy fats Savory breakfast ideas to give you the best start to the dayThe accountability factor to wearing a glucose monitorHow balancing blood sugar affects your moodThe lowdown on liquids and eating out mindfully Resources:Join Levels and get personalized insights to learn about your metabolic health. Skip the waitlist by going to levels.link/kellyleveque Thank you to Just Thrive for sponsoring this episode! Save 15% sitewide with code: “bewellbykelly” at justthrivehealth.com/pages/kellylevequeWebsite: glucosegoddess.comInstagram: @glucosegoddessConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

After the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent Black Lives Matter uprising, many people grappled with the discomfort of racial bias and how it showed up in their lives, communities, and upbringing. The need to become actively anti-racist has been an evolving mission of mine as I seek to teach my children about social justice, inclusivity, and compassion for all. Cultural and race identity coach and Professor, Dr. Traci Baxley supports parents on their journey to becoming allies, helping them move from fear-based parenting. By leaning into the discomfort of triggering topics like race, politics, and current social injustices, we can build a future generation to be proud of. This episode is a fantastic resource for parents to evolve their value system and take actionable steps towards social justice parenting.  You will learn about...Where to start with inclusive parentingWhy fear is an obstacle How to create core values in the home The 4 ‘S’s (Self-reflect, Survey, Seek and Speak)Unpacking privilege without feeling shameTeaching children boundaries Raising compassionate children Resources:Instagram: @socialjusticeparentingWebsite: socialjusticeparenting.comRead: Social Justice ParentingThanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.comJoin Levels and get personalized insights to learn about your metabolic health. Skip the waitlist by going to levels.link/kellyleveque Connect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Have we been analyzing obesity wrong this whole time? Investigative science and health journalist Gary Taubes knocked the medical world for six when he boldly claimed that America’s chronic obesity issue was a hormone problem, not an overeating one. His first two books, Good Calories, Bad Calories and Why We Get Fat punctured the traditional belief that a low-fat diet is the answer to optimal health. Now, he’s on a mission to show how a ketogenic diet can prevent or reverse diabetes and obesity. In this episode, Gary grounds the science into digestible chunks, presenting an enthralling case for keto that will make you rethink how you approach weight loss, health, and conventional nutritional advice. You will learn about...The nutritional myths you believed to be true Obesity and societal eating habits Insulin and the obesity connection Decreasing and increasing glucagon Fat storage being regulated by carbsThe benefits of keto for chronic conditions Resources:Read: The Case for KetoRead: The Case Against SugarRead: Why We Get FatRead: Good Calories, Bad CaloriesWebsite: garytaubes.comTwitter: @garytaubesThanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.comConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

With tech and screen time taking up most of our day, it’s crucial to implement healthy screen time habits with kids. Until now, the conversation has been focused on teenagers, but as first-generation parents navigating the digital world – and relying on iPads to get us through tantrums – it’s time we started setting healthy boundaries much earlier. Jennifer and Kay created Tech-Wise Littles to build a bridge between the 2D and 3D worlds without being fearful or obsessed with screen time minutes. From choosing the right shows to elevating the movie-night ritual, this episode will help you adopt a holistic attitude to technology and use it as an opportunity to bond with your child. You will learn about...Why the tech conversation needs to start earlier What scientific research has to say on kids’ screen timeThe what, who, where, when, and why of screen time rulesPicking the right shows for your kids How to bond with your children when they’re in front of a screen What too much tech leads to in adolescence Resources:Instagram: @techwiselittlesWebsite: techwiselittles.com Purchase Raising Tech-Wise Littles Course. Use code “KELLY30OFF” for 30% off Connect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Drew Ramsey is on a mission to get our brains into grow mode with mood-optimizing foods. Through Nutritional Psychiatry, he’s supporting brain and body health with inclusive information that chooses science over shaming to dial us into happy food routines. What we eat has a knock-on effect on our physical and cognitive capabilities. In this episode, we dive into revolutionary research into healing depression and anxiety through food, and share the actionable steps you can easily implement to create more joy at mealtimes. You will learn about...Understanding an eater’s realityThe 12 foods for optimized mental healthNutrient-dense foods and ways to work them into your mealsShort chain and long chain omega-3 fatsHow blood sugar affects the way we feelCreating food boundaries as a parentResources:Website: drewramseymd.comRead: Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six WeeksInstagram: @drewramseymdThanks to BreadSRSLY for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell” for 10% off your order of delicious, clean, and gluten-free sourdough at breadSRSLY.comJoin Levels and get personalized insights to learn about your metabolic health. Skip the waitlist by going to levels.link/kellyleveque Thank you LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to order a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes. Just pay shipping (only $5 if you're in the US)!Connect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

If you scrolled through her Instagram page a few years ago, television host Poppy Jamie was living the dream – but on the inside, she was unraveling. After stress sent her to hospital, she re-examined her priorities, purpose, and thought processes. She decided to create an approachable and accessible platform to help people manage their wellbeing, and the Happy Not Perfect app was born. In this episode, Poppy shares her emotional backstory and rock bottom that forced her to reset her mind, body and soul. Plus: we discuss the tools you can use to diffuse triggering moments, untangle negative thought bias, and get back to the happy, not perfect state you were born to be. You will learn about...The rock bottom that forced her to reevaluate her life The true cost of our coping strategiesThe Four ‘C’s: Connection, Curiosity, Choice, and CommitmentThe flexible mindset in practice Manifestation to create your future The tools that keep her in touch with her emotions Life beyond the highlight reelResources:Read: Happy Not Perfect: Upgrade Your Mind, Challenge Your Thoughts, and Free Yourself from AnxietyWebsite: happynotperfect.comInstagram: @poppyjamieThanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.comConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

70% of the immune system sits in the gut, but our 21st-century diet of processed food, poor sleep, and stress is reaping havoc with our gut and overall health. Gastroenterologist, neuroscientist and author, Dr. Emeran Mayer has done all the years of rigorous research for us, and the current gut climate is not looking good. Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, are on the rise, and boosting immunity against viruses is at the forefront of everyone's mind. The solution? Tune in to hear the simple strategies that will reverse the slippery slope we're on, and build us back to better health. You will learn about...The Vagus nerve Microbes and hormonesBuilding resistance to infections Chronic stress, sleep rhythm, and the gut Sleep rhythm and gut function Resources:Website: emeranmayer.comRead: The Gut-Immune Connection Instagram: @emeranmayerConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Pejman Katiraei has spent years using his curious mind and expertise across allopathic and holistic medicine to explore chronic conditions such as lupus, colitis, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, memory problems, ADHD, anxiety, and IBS in profound depth. An initial consultation with him lasts 1.5 hours, and it doesn't take long to understand why! In this episode, he explains why diseases do not "just happen," and we need to get to the root of all anomalies to truly serve children and their families. We discuss the consequences of mold toxicity, Lyme, and ADHD, the limitations of testing, and the value of a parents' gut instinct that "something is not right" with their child. Plus: the exciting technological advancements that will bring his groundbreaking work to more people around the world. You will learn about...The “wholistic” approach to medicine Limitations of testing and honoring parents’ instincts Mold symptoms and detoxificationStress, anxiety, and ADHD in children Lyme diagnosis and sensitive testing Scaling his work to help more peopleResources:Website: wholistickids.com + wholisticminds.com Instagram: @wholistickids + @wholisticmindsThanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.comConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Sitting on the couch can sometimes turn into a self-pity session where you spin out on everything going wrong in your life. Rarely do we make space to find wellness in illness, but Positive Psychiatrist, Dr. Samantha Boardman, is changing the traditional therapy conversation. We discuss the unique and accessible ways to invite vibrancy and joy in your life and why perfection isn’t a priority when aligning happiness with action. You will learn about...What it means to be a positive psychiatrist Creating “WOOP” goalsPositive psychology for childrenConnecting movement and nutrition with mood Combating resistance around goals Permission to feel “negative” emotionsA typical day in the life of  Dr. Samantha BoardmanResources:Website: positiveprescription.comInstagram: @Positive_PrescriptionTwitter: @sambmdRead: Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress Into Strength Use my invitation to jump the waiting list for a Levels CGM: levels.link/kellyConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

If you could find a diet that didn’t make you or your family feel hungry or “hangry,” why wouldn’t you choose it?Adult internist,  pediatrician, and founder of Well-Being, Dr. Allison Hull, lifts the lid on real ketogenic nutrition that empowers our bodies and minds to make the right food decisions without feeling like we’re making sacrifices. Her comprehensive 12-week program re-routes our relationship with food, hunger, and feelings through cognitive behavioral therapy training and CGM biofeedback. We delve into sustainable weight loss, the causes of fatty liver disease, and the cerebral benefits of fitness and debunk myths around keto eating so you can create the healthy food foundations that will serve for generations to come.You will learn about...Route to blood sugar balanceCurrent behavior study and results Fatty liver disease causes The benefits of biofeedback Understanding gluconeogenesisThe importance of diet variability  Inside her 12 week program Debunking Keto diet mythsThe battle with gluten  Food conversations with children and plant-based eatingResources:Website: yourwellbeingtribe.comInstagram:@drallisonhullListeners can use the code KellyL100 to receive $100 off Dr. Hull’s upcoming 12 week health program which begins on September 21! Go to yourwellbeingtribe.com to sign up! Read: Tribe by Sebastian JungerThank you LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to order a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes. Just pay shipping (only $5 if you're in the US)!Connect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.