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Your brain health may need this.    Never has a client said, I love taking supplements. Frequently I’ve heard, but I eat healthy and choose to get my nutrients from food.    And I get it. However, wow in 2022 that can be a challenge. I did ask my guest, neurologist, Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD about these and so much more. If you want to know from a brain standpoint the amounts of various nutrients recommended and hear why those labs telling you you’re in the normal range may not be a reason to sigh relief just yet… tune in. My Guest:  Amelia Scott Barrett, MD is a Stanford-trained neurologist who shows people how to use neuroscience and new technology to get rid of their headaches. Dr. B has translated those scientific advances into actionable strategies that cut headaches in half in just 12 weeks. She and her team have coached thousands of people all over the world through the online course called “Migraine Relief Code.”   She graduated with Honors in Psychology from Smith College, and then attended the University of Colorado School of Medicine.  Dr. Barrett completed her residency training at Stanford University and then returned home to Colorado. She then founded Rocky Mountain Neurology, where she specializes in headache patients.  Questions we answer in this episode:  05:52 Does the brain need different nutrients than other organs?  08:10 Let’s describe optimal brain health, function, mood, cognition… how does the brain work?  10:56 What is a junk food diet from the brain’s standpoint?  14:30 What are your thoughts specifically on organ meats?  16:15 What is the effect of fasting on the brain?  18:06 Where is the most brain benefit happening - what fasting window?  19:40 Do supplements affect the neurotransmitters that occur naturally in the brain?  25:57 What are the most common symptoms people get from a deficiency of vitamins important for the brain?  27:32 B12 “norms” or is there an optimal level that you want to share?  29:16 Can we get adequate nutrients from food? Connect:  ameliascottbarrettmd.com Other Episodes (and seasonings) You May Like:  Organ Meats with Chef James Barry: https://www.flippingfifty.com/organ-meats My Organ Meat source: https://www.flippingfifty.com/eat-pluck

Color has so much more to it than your favorite color and truly may be the key to better relationships, businesses, and feeling confidence and powerful.  It’s not just one favorite color, but a family of colors that are about you, for you and cheering in your corner. You can choose to relate best, to have more power, or to command attention and authority while being authentic.  Want a compliment like, “you look amazing?” Instead of “I love that dress” ? don’t miss this!  PS - the human error in creating the video (that you will find on Youtube.com/flipping50tv) companion to this episode has Jennifer’s video a small Picture in Picture video. While still seen it’s not ideal. Apologies from the human responsible!! - Debra My Guest:  Jennifer Butler is the leading expert in the sociology of style and color. Her experience lies in the art of visual communication, understanding that mastery of appearance is critical to effective communication. Building on her fashion expertise, knowledge of human nature, and understanding of color, she develops style and color palettes that reveal the essence of an individual’s personality. Through her work, Jennifer helps clients to powerfully, authentically, and effectively express themselves. Questions we answer in this episode:  How did you get started? Playing with color sounds fun!  How do you create a person's color palette? What happens when one wears colors that are not present in one's pigmentation? Why do you reference Seasons? Can you explain what you mean by "Sacred Geometry"  How does Sacred Geometry apply to what you wear? How does wearing your own color palette and geometry make you Authentic? What is your take on trending styles? How is Authentic Beauty really ageless? Where does the wisdom part come in? Connect:  https://membership.jenniferbutlercolor.com/ A call: 323-931-26266 Leslie Social media links:: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferbutlercolor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JenniferButlerColor Complimentary masterclass with Jennifer! Don’t miss it! https://www.eventbrite.com/o/jennifer-butler-color-30053486018 promo code FIRSTTIME to attend for free.  

My sister-in-law was a rockstar mom. She cooked organ meats for my niece. Who is to this day healthy, resilient and as strong a woman as I know.  I did not do this for my son. Just saying. I loved the idea of making my own baby food. I just never did it. Can you relate?  And I personally, cringed… and begged for an invitation to my next door neighbor’s house for dinner when my mom occasionally served liver for dinner. The smell alone made me gag.  With our world so polarized by vegans and carnivores, and keto and Paleo, and fasting and fueling… enter organ meats.  I am no expert in that arena and as you might guess I am not serving up liver in my recipe batching weekly. I am however an advocate for high micronutrient-dense diets that support muscle, bone and brain health.  Aren’t you? So if we put down our personal preferences for a moment and just consider the information as just that, this episode is for informed choices. Whether or not they’re right for you, is up to you.  My Guest:  James Barry’s 16 + years in the culinary field started as a private chef cooking for celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Mariska Hargitay, George Clooney, Gerard Butler, Sean “Puffy” Combs, Barbra Streisand, and John Cusack. Most recently, James launched his first functional food product, Pluck, an organ-based seasoning. It's the first of its kind and an amazingly easy and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet. James is also a published cookbook author having co-authored the recipes in Margaret Floyd’s book Eat Naked and co-authored the follow-up cookbook The Naked Foods Cookbook. He most recently co- authored the recipes in Dr. Alejandro Junger’s book, Clean 7. Stick around til the end and I WILL ask the questions you all want to hear about cooking for Tom. 00:00 Questions we answer in this episode:  06:03 First, What are organ meats? 13:27 Why are they important? 17:30 Do you make your kids eat liver?  Who would most benefit from organ meat?  20:30 Is sourcing important? Tips to get them into our diets? 38:45 Stay tuned to the end to hear the celebrity gossip!! Try it, You’ll Like it! https://flippingfifty.com/eatpluck 15% off with code FLIPPING50  Pluck on Social https://www.facebook.com/eatpluck https://www.instagram.com/eatpluck/

Are you leaking your power? Giving it up and reacting or overreacting?  In heated moments, with piles of situational stressors upon you, it’s one thing to try to react less and another to do it.  My guest is an executive coach for female leaders and has the anecdote for that. We’re diving into how you can step into your power.  Retired? Stay with us. You run the home, you influence 85% of household decisions, you’re CEO of your life and health. And if you’ve worked a day in your life you know the hardest thing about any job is communication. So it is with any relationship. So whether you’re working, you worked at home, or you’re retired, you’ll find a juicy nugget for you, and for your daughters in this one.  My Guest:  Sharon Melnick, PhD is an executive coach for women leaders who shows them how to be heard, stop second guessing, and use their power to create change. Her approaches are informed by 10 years of Psychology research at Harvard Medical School. She's coached/ trained 40,000 professionals at over 50 Fortune 500 companies and numerous start-ups and women-led companies, and presented at conferences worldwide (including at the White House, West Point, and the United Nations). Her new book about how women can use their power to advance their career and end disrespect is titled In Your Power: React Less, Regain Control, Raise Others, available now for pre-order. She is also the best-selling author of Success under Stress: Powerful Tools to Stay Calm, Confident, and Productive when the Pressure’s On. Dr Melnick enjoys hosting the Power Shift podcast. Questions we answer in this episode: What does it mean to be in your power and why do we need it?  Can you describe what it feels like to be in your power?  And what behavior would be true of a woman out of her power?  What are common ways you see women getting kicked out of their power/common mistakes women make that keep them out of their power?  A lot of times I see that we react to situations, why do we do that and what can we do instead?  What can we do to get back in our power?  When you say 'use our power' what power do we have and how can we use it?  What does being in your power have to do with fitness and exercise? (or diet and lifestyle habits like prioritizing sleep?) Get the Book! And GIFTS!  www.inyourpowerbook.com Connect with Sharon: https://www.Instagram.com/drsharonmelnick https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmelnick/

Who didn’t adopt at-home wellness habits or realize the need for them during the pandemic? It became obvious that your health care is your business.  The bio for my guest is not going to sound like that of other guests. In fact, if you’re new you may wonder if this is the right podcast, the one about fitness and health for women in menopause.  And that would be a yes.  And I encourage you to stick with me. Jon is you. He’s your husband or partner. He’s your employee or your boss or brother. His story isn’t unusual and for those who aren’t tuned in yet to functional medicine and health, lifestyle medicine, or self-directed lab tests, this story is still a daily occurence.  Jon didn’t just solve his own problem, he came up with a solution for others, too.  P.S. If you OR men you love are dealing with this high-performance world but getting low energy as a result, this episode is one to share. For physical support, check out the FREE Men's Body Fix too for joint-by-joint movement and fitness without injury.  My Guest:  Jon Carder is a serial entrepreneur. He built four start-ups over the last 23 years, including successful 3 exits. Jon has raised ~$100M in venture capital and hired hundreds of employees. That entrepreneurial lifestyle eventually took its toll and he started having challenges with low energy, brain fog, and trouble sleeping. These problems prevented Jon from consistently showing up as his best self. After talking to friends, he realized that these issues were actually pretty common. Jon learned that through lab work he could identify the root cause of some of the problems and improve them, but that wasn’t going to happen with his conventional doctor. After a lot of searching he eventually found a functional medicine doctor, who was able to identify, through expensive blood work, that Jon had nutrient deficiencies and high toxin levels. So, Jon adjusted his supplements, nutrition and lifestyle accordingly. And, within a month, he was feeling the best he had felt in years. This inspired Jon to start Vessel and use new technology to empower people to track and improve their wellness from home. Questions we answer in this podcast:  What were some of the challenges you faced when trying to get to the root of inconsistent energy? Mercury testing… it’s not normal .. what prompted you to test for that?  What did you do for detox? What was your process?  How has your health journey affected your work? Why do you think so many people struggle with energy and focus in spite of an abundance of information? Are there 1 or 2 habits that have helped you increase your energy most? Connect with Jon: Website: FREE TRIAL  On Social: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearevessel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vesselhq Twitter: https://twitter.com/wearevessel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vesselhealth/   Detox Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  QuickSilver Glutathione & Activated Charcoal: https://www.amazon.com/shop/flipping50 My Favorite SAUNA: https://www.flippingfifty.com/sauna Makeover your skincare with clean non-toxic products from my favorite: https://www.flippingfifty.com/skin Notes for your at-home wellness: During my mold detox I took Glutathione and activated Charcoal daily for about 5 months. During my bout with the c-virus I included the activated charcoal for a couple weeks and keep it on hand regularly & travel with it for gut issues. Lunges not working for you? This short tutorial about HOW-to do, or to ditch them and what to do instead may  help! It's Free and 7 short videos get right to what you need to hear in minutes.   

Midlife stress is a killer for some of us. It may ebb and flow. It may settle in for a spell, but it’s a part of life for all of us. How we handle it of course depends on: our awareness of the sources willingness to do something about the sources ability to create selfcare strategies to balance those sources that we wouldn’t wish away or can’t.  My guest today wants you to know you can turn midlife stress into strength and go from Victim to Victorious. In this interview episode I recruit my guest to support some challenges you too might have, drinking too much coffee or running when it’s not helping your cause. Anyone know that wine is a habit that may be interrupting your sleep, weight goals, and energy but have a hard time giving it up? I asked about that.  If these don’t quite resonate, don’t go away, you’ll find something in this episode no matter what it might be you want to change. The challenge we may not be able to solve for you is, knowing which habit may contribute to an undesirable outcome, paired with refusal to give it up when you find out. That’s a tough one.  Ready to Say Bye Bye to Midlife Stress? Or at least calm her down? If you are ready to change, even if you’re only thinking about it, this episode promises to help. Did you know, right now is a great time to change?  At the time of this release there are about 60 days remaining in this year. We all feel a sense of urgency when things are coming to a close. So this just might be what puts your wheels in motion.  My Guest:  Transformation Guide and Founder of New Life Directions, reinvents lives and creates Fresh Starts driven by a purposeful vision. As an international speaker and author of "the Fresh Start Promise" and" Victim to Victorious", Edwige Gilbert  turns stress into success by clearing unwanted habits and behaviors, creating self- confidence and exuberant enjoyment of life, or as she calls it in French, "Joie de Vivre" She has been featured on Lifetime TV (“The Balancing Act”) on national radio and in such magazines as New York Magazine, Personal Excellence, Woman’s World, American Health, Allure, and Women’s Fitness. Edwige holds certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (N.L.P) Hypnotherapy, Substance abuse counseling, Behavior Change, Yoga and Qigong. Among her clients include: MTV, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, the Corcoran Group, Expedia, Pritikin weight loss center, Unit 4, and the Alzheimer’s Association.  Questions We answer in this episode:  How did you get here? Why this why or how did midlife stress come onto your radar?  Among your clients are Citibank, MTV and Expedia as well as Pritikin Weight Loss Center. Pritikin, I can easily relate to, how did you help companies like Citibank or MTV - without of course violating confidentiality?  Tell listeners a little about your books, which came first?  Given so many experts often had their own journey first, what prompted that?  Let’s talk about clearing unwanted habits(we mentioned in your introduction)… because there are really two things there: first to identify the habits causing an unwanted outcome. It’s easy to identify the undesirable outcome. It’s harder to identify the habit, and even harder yet to break or replace it.  At what point in their journey do you begin working with someone?  How do your clients find you?  Let’s take a fairly benign example, let’s say we have a listener drinking coffee .. she absolutely wants to lose the weight, now what?  Say a listener knows she needs a change in her exercise routine because it’s not working. Now what? I’ve got a woman listening who ... wants two very opposite things, (once she understands that wine is sugar, sugar causes blood sugar and insulin spikes and sets your body into fat storage mode). Where would you begin?  Connect with Edwige: https://allmylinks.com/edwige-gilbert Book available on Amazon "Victim to Victorious"

Sleep through menopause? Whether you’re thinking, but how? Or you’re already sleeping well - for the moment - stay tuned. My guest is a Functional doctor who really specializes in supporting her clients through hormone imbalance, including those that can start because of sleep or those that are worsened because of sleep.  Regardless of which way we think about the consensus for us at all ages is sleep is crucial to health.  The Sleep Yourself Skinny ebook includes about 20 things you can do to enhance your fitness by getting a better night’s sleep.  00:00 My Guest:  Dr Farah Sultan is a Medical Doctor, double board certified in Family Medicine and Functional and Regenerative Medicine. She has trained and worked in 3 continents: India, UK and the US. She is the CEO of Vitalogy Wellness and Med-spa and the founder of the Mandala Method. She is an international award-winning speaker and expert in sleep and hormone balance and has helped thousands of women regain their sleep, energy and youthfulness without the use of addictive prescription medications. She lives with her husband of 23 years and three children in Birmingham, Alabama and loves to travel, read, garden, cook and is into biohacking. Questions we answer in this episode:  02:52 Please share your personal story as to why you do what you do? 05:33 Why is loss of sleep such an important issue, for women in midlife particularly, and why is it on which the rise in today's world? 11:52 Here at Flipping50, listeners and students are well-versed in why without sleep their hormones, cortisol, insulin, testosterone, and growth hormone could wreak havoc in a way that could deem an otherwise effective exercise plan ineffective, why else is lack of sleep so harmful?  15:03 What are the root causes of loss of sleep in relationship with hormones? 18:23 Let’s talk about restful sleep and sleep cycles if you don’t mind diving into them for listeners, the full cycle of sleep and the number of times one goes through that each night..  19:35 What happens when those stages of sleep get disrupted?  How can good sleep lead to longevity? Anything else you can share regarding how sleep is related to weight and metabolism? 26:17 What is the Mandala Method? CONNECT with Farah:  WATCH A FREE MASTERCLASS ON STRESS, HEALTH AND HORMONES & CAUSES OF BELLY FAT https://farahsultan.easywebinar.live/registration-246  SCHEDULE A FREE HORMONE BALANCE CALL WITH OUR TEAM: https://msgsndr.com/widget/booking/n8qv4ehYGwKCFpsro2jw  Find her on social @Drfarahsultonmd

Even if improving hypothyroidism is not currently a concern for you, stick around and listen to this episode. This “expert” came to her expertise naturally and she’s sharing her health journey with you. She echoes recent podcast guests and stories of health concerns, health issues and solutions of women and how they’ve taken control back. They’ve realized not just that your health is your responsibility but that thankfully it is your choice. Your mind, and your lifestyle have so much influence on the way you feel, you look, and you thrive or simply live … and that makes this an exciting time to be alive and over 50.  00:00 My Guest:  Adalgiza Arango was told to give up. She was told to settle for 50%.  For 10 years she was glued to her pillow, napping in the parking lot of the grocery store after a routine trip to stock up, sneaking off at dinner parties to lie down, and couldn’t remember where she was driving. After 10 years she reversed her Hypothyroidism. Not only that she fully recovered her knee flexibility after a motorcycle accident when doctors told her 50% would be her limit.   She’s a terrible bedmaker, badass cupcake baker, and she’s the microgreens lady.  Ada got her degree in Veterinary Medicine and later studied Animal Nutrition at the National Institute for Agricultural Research in France. She immigrated from Columbia to Canada and worked for biotech companies including the BC Cancer Agency. She’s also studied Acupuncture at the International College of Traditional Medicine of Vancouver.  Questions we answer in this episode:   03:37 A lot of women listening can relate. Diagnosed at 40, put on Synthroid and sent home, still not feeling well. What made you keep searching? And looking for alternatives?  05:31 What was the process of creating your personal healing strategy? 09:40 What are those steps?  11:09 What would you tell a woman right now who has a thyroid issue, who’s on medication whether Armour or Synthroid?  You’ve made more of a purpose out of your healing journey and you are  hosting a summit. What do you hope attendees will come away with?  28:37 What would be 3 tips you’d tell a woman who feels she’s settling but doesn’t know what else to do?  So, there is proof some can resolve hypothyroidism naturally. Could you?  Connect with Ada's Fabulous Forties and Beyond summit:  https://thefabulousfortiesandbeyond.com/debraatkinson Details: Starts Oct 24 with 1 interview per day Other Episodes You Might Like:  You, Iodine, and Thyroid Health: https://www.flippingfifty.com/iodine-and-thyroid/ Reverse Thyroid Disease: https://www.flippingfifty.com/reverse-thyroid-disease/

The definition, the lesser-known causes, the medications, the solutions .. it’s all about bone health in this episode. I have with me a guest that is both going to shock you and that you’ll love.  Whether you’ve got osteoporosis, or osteopenia, you’re concerned about bone health and preventing it, this is for you. It will also be something you want to share with your daughters, or daughter-in-laws. As you’ll hear, bone health is something of importance to all of us. The time to begin a journey of positive bone health is now.  My Guest: Kevin Ellis, better known as Bone Coach™, is a Forbes-featured certified integrative nutrition health coach, podcaster, YouTuber, bone health advocate, and is the founder of BoneCoach.com.    Through a unique 3-step process and a world class coaching program called the Stronger Bones Solution™, he and his team have helped people with osteopenia and osteoporosis in over 1500+ cities around the world get confident in their stronger bones plan.  His mission is to not just help over 1+ million people around the globe build stronger bones… It's to help our children and grandchildren prevent osteoporosis and other diseases in the future so they can lead long, active lives. Questions we answer in this Episode: 03:28 How did you get started on this journey with helping women with osteopenia and osteoporosis? 10:10 What is osteopenia and osteoporosis, how common is it, and how do you know if you have it? 16:42 What causes it? What is the standard treatment protocol for osteoporosis and why is that not enough?  What are the meds prescribed for osteoporosis and what is their effect on bone physiology? What are the risks and side effects and short and long term implications of use most people just aren't aware of? 19:16 What is the connection between gut health and bone health? Is there a perfect diet for osteoporosis? 44:00 Any specific foods that can be a helpful addition to a bone-healthy plan? What role does exercise play in bone health? A woman in 1995 was scared to death if she was diagnosed.It was only going to get worse. The recommendations are becoming more aggressive - providing more freedom than ever to already active women.  Today women in midlife are increasing bone density with the right steps… tell us what you’ve seen with your program participants.  FREE Stronger Bones Masterclass https://www.flippingfifty.com/bone-coach-masterclass You’ll get a free recipe book as a part of your registration BoneCoach™ Website: https://bonecoach.com/  BoneCoach™ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonecoach BoneCoach™ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bonecoach BoneCoach™ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonecoachkevin BoneCoach™ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bonecoach BoneCoach™ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bonecoach BoneCoach™ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bone-coach-osteoporosis-bone-health-podcast/id1483975147BoneCoach™ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonecoach Other Episodes Mentioned:  Women's Health Mismanagement: https://www.flippingfifty.com/manage-health/  

The reason you can’t lose weight in menopause is not all hormone related.  It might be your mom, your dad, your memories, and it is definitely your thoughts and feelings around food.  A woman recently shared her experience in a new weight loss program and put it to the test when she traveled for nearly 3 weeks, including to Europe. She empowered herself to participate in everything, though not over do it. She came back, after having enjoyed everything and lost 3 lbs. She was happy. A week later she shared she’d done a 5 day fast. I scratched my head, confused. I don’t provide unsolicited coaching advice. Do you however see  00:00 My Guest:  Lisa Goldberg is a nutritionist and weight-loss coach with a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University. She is an author, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, and a Certified Dietician/Nutritionist. Lisa has been coaching clients for over 20 years. She focuses on mindset change, mindful eating, habit and behavior change. She teaches her clients how to break their old patterns around food and eating so that they can end their struggle with emotional eating that leads to yo-yo dieting. Her clients create sustainable lifestyle changes that empower them to change their relationship with food and lose unwanted weight for good. Lisa is the author of the book Food Fight!! Winning the Battle with Food and Eating to Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss, available on Amazon. In 2015, Lisa expanded her practice to coach clients remotely and she now coaches clients virtually around the world. Questions We Answer in this Episode: 07:47 Why do diets never work for the long-term? 12:30  Why do people struggle so much with losing and maintaining weight? Is this physiology or is this psychology? 15:43 Breaking the habits you’ve always had, based on the beliefs you’ve always had is not easy. Everything wants to keep firing that same old way. How do you get people to break the pattern- where does change start?  21:45 Why do so many people know what to do but they don't do it? What REALLY needs to change in order to lose weight for good? 36:10 You have a summit coming up.. Right in time for the holidays, tell us about that.  Join the summit with Lisa:  https://www.flippingfifty.com/rightway  Lisa on Social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthcoachllc/ https://www.instagram.com/lisagoldbergnutrition/ https://www.facebook.com/NutritionistLisaGoldberg