Fit + Fueled Life Podcast

In this episode, Curtis Gillespie Sayers is back to explore one of the more overlooked (and often misunderstood) root causes of gut health: parasites. Drawing from client cases, functional testing insights, and his own evolving perspective, he shares how parasites can contribute to bloating, fatigue, skin issues, stalled fat loss, and more, especially when other interventions haven’t fully worked. He also addresses the nuance: when parasites are worth investigating, how testing like GI-MAP fits in, and why not every symptom points in this direction. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The surprising reason women over 35 may be more susceptible to parasites - Why parasites are rarely the root cause, but still a piece you can’t ignore - What trauma has to do with parasites and why this piece gets missed - The connection between mold, heavy metals, and parasites - The subtle clues on your bloodwork that could point to parasites - The biggest missing pieces in typical parasite protocols (and why they fail) - The mistakes that keep women stuck in cycles of “cleanses” with no results - The link between chronic bloating after meals and possible parasite involvement - Why constipation makes everything worse (and how to actually fix it) - The hormone connection no one is talking about - How most people actually get parasites (it’s not what you think) - Peptides that may support gut repair and resilience in these cases Subscribe: https://carrotsncake.substack.com Join Fit + Fueled: https://carrots-n-cake.mykajabi.com/fit+fueled Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Curtis Gillespie Sayers: https://lifestylempowerment.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1lifeestyleempowerment/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@curtisfunctionalhealthcoach Instagram: https://instagram.com/that.coach.curtis About Curtis Gillespie Sayers: From a young age I was in and out of the hospital suffering from health complications for as long as I can remember, breathing difficulties being the most apparent but as I grew older more serious issues began to come to light. I was diagnosed with an extremely severe case of sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a pre-diabetic status. At this time, I was also struggling with substance abuse, which would obviously contribute to my health complications, but most were from birth. After receiving the news from running tests, the doctors had informed me that I was lucky to be alive. My psychological health was greatly impacted by my physiological health, evoking feelings of anger, and negativity which caused me to constantly argue with people around me. This affected several of my relationships and was creating a miserable life. This lead me to seek out the help of a bodybuilding coach (not knowing a damn thing about health at the time). The main focus was “getting shredded,” not understanding how much internal health affects one’s physique. Interestingly enough, shedding the weight had really helped with my sleep apnea, but still, quite a few health complications were present. At this time hunger was ignited in me to learn more. I became determined to solve what was going on in my body. I decided to acquire my first nutrition certification through the ISSA (International Sports Science Association).

In this episode, Tina is joined by fellow Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Margaret Powell, to explore microdosing GLP-1s and how it may support body composition and overall health (not just a lower number on the scale). Rather than relying on higher doses for rapid weight loss, they break down how a more strategic, lower-dose approach may help support appetite regulation, muscle retention, and metabolic health, while potentially minimizing some of the common side effects seen with standard dosing. Here’s what you’ll learn: - How stress impacts blood sugar, inflammation, and fat gain - The right way to use GLPs so you don’t wreck your metabolism - Why microdosing peptides and going slow leads to better results - How reverse dieting (eating more) helped her finally lose 20 pounds - The biggest mistake she made with training and what finally worked - How a constant “go, go, go” lifestyle was keeping her inflamed - Her exact microdosing protocol for improving her body composition Start your GLP microdosing journey: https://elliemd.com/product/glp1-gip-b12-longevity-microdose?bp=tinahaupert Join Peptides for Practitioners: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPTINA Subscribe: https://carrotsncake.substack.com Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Margaret Powell, FDN-P: https://fueledandfree.com/ Facebook: https://www.tiktok.com/@margaretannpowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margaretannpowell About Margaret Powell, FDN-P: Margaret is the Founder of Fueled & Free Nutrition, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist + Holistic Health Coach since 2019, Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and owner of an integrative virtual wellness clinic that has helped hundreds of women on their journey to optimal health. She knows from her own personal health journey that it’s possible to reclaim her body after years of struggling. Her health journey led her to become the practitioner that she is today — She created the programs that she wish she had 10 years ago when she struggled mentally and physically with her own chronic digestive and hormonal symptoms. She was confused and overwhelmed, dismissed by health providers who didn’t take the time to understand the “why” behind her symptoms. When she discovered Functional Nutrition and worked through the process of unraveling the root causes behind her struggles, everything changed.

In this episode, Tina breaks down three main peptide categories she finds especially helpful for women over 40. She explains the top peptides to consider, how each one works, when it might make sense to use them, and why context (like stress, nutrition, and metabolic health) ultimately determines how effective they’ll be. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The top peptides that can support energy, recovery, and metabolic health after 40 - How these peptides work and mistakes women often make with them - The reason some peptides fail if foundational health isn’t addressed first - Which peptides might just change how your body responds to nutrition and exercise Subscribe: https://carrotsncake.substack.com EllieMD: https://elliemd.com/tinahaupert Peptide for Practitioners [$100 off]: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPTINA Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

In this episode, I’m back with Curtis Gillespie Sayers, and we dig into why GLP-1s don’t always work the way people hope, especially for women in their late 30s, 40s, and beyond. Curtis shares insights from years of working with clients in functional nutrition and explains how things like metabolic adaptation, hormone shifts, gut issues, chronic stress, and not-so-great nutrition can all get in the way of these medications doing their job. Plus, he offers insights and solutions to help your GLP-1 work better. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why GLP-1 medications work for some people and not for others - The surprising reason many people hit a weight loss plateau on GLP-1s - What damaged GLP receptors have to do with stubborn weight loss - Why being in a chronic calorie deficit can actually make fat loss harder - The metabolic cascade that happens when cortisol rises and thyroid function drops - The overlooked role of digestion, stomach acid, and bile when using GLP medications - Why some people experience hair loss, gallbladder issues, or pancreatitis on GLPs - The real reason some people get more food noise and hunger while taking GLPs - Why microdosing GLPs may create better metabolic stability than large weekly doses - The surprising reason losing fat can increase your body’s toxic burden - What actually determines whether you can come off a GLP without regaining weight - The peptides Curtis prefers for metabolism support and fat loss (and the popular one he strongly dislikes) - The real story behind “plant peptides,” oral GLP drops, and supplements all over social media Subscribe: https://carrotsncake.substack.com Semaglutide: https://elliemd.com/microdose?bp=tinahaupert Tirzepatide: https://elliemd.com/microdose?bp=tinahaupert Retatrutide: https://ignitepeptides.com/product/retatrutide-10mg/ref/tina@carrotsncake.com/ 5 Amino 1MG: https://go.biolongevitylabs.com/SH5p SS-31: https://www.realpeptides.co/products/ss-31-elamipretide/ref/220/ NTFactor: https://rstyle.me/+8Ew__ObarZQHyPfm0EDA4g Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Curtis Gillespie Sayers: https://lifestylempowerment.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1lifeestyleempowerment/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@curtisfunctionalhealthcoach Instagram: https://instagram.com/that.coach.curtis About Curtis Gillespie Sayers: From a young age I was in and out of the hospital suffering from health complications for as long as I can remember, breathing difficulties being the most apparent but as I grew older more serious issues began to come to light. I was diagnosed with an extremely severe case of sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a pre-diabetic status. At this time, I was also struggling with substance abuse, which would obviously contribute to my health complications, but most were from birth. After receiving the news from running tests, the doctors had informed me that I was lucky to be alive. My psychological health was greatly impacted by my physiological health, evoking feelings of anger, and negativity which caused me to constantly argue with people around me. This affected several of my relationships and was creating a miserable life. This lead me to seek out the help of a bodybuilding coach (not knowing a damn thing about health at the time). The main focus was “getting shredded,” not understanding how much internal health affects one’s physique.

In this episode, Tina sits down with functional nutrition coach Lois Hughey to dig into what’s really going on behind the scenes when it comes to fat loss in midlife — things like metabolic slowdown, chronic under-eating, estrogen imbalances, gut issues, and sluggish liver detox. They chat about why standard blood tests often miss the full picture, how functional tests like GI-MAP and DUTCH can give you deeper insights, and why sometimes fat loss needs to take a backseat to actual healing. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why eating as little as possible trains your body to resist fat loss - What metabolic adaptation actually is and how it develops over time - The functional testing patterns she sees again and again in women who are stuck - How estrogen dominance shows up on stool testing and why it matters, especially before adding HRT - Why gut dysfunction often drives hormonal symptoms - Why you can’t shortcut healing or do things out of order - What realistic timelines for healing and body recomposition really look like Join Peptide School [FREE]: https://www.carrotsncake.com/peptideschool Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Lois Hughey: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lois.frerichshughey/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loishughey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lois.hughey.coaching/ About Lois Hughey: Lois Hughey is the founder of Empowered Life Nutrition, a coaching company that helps women over 45 achieve real, lasting fat loss through functional testing, personalized nutrition, and strength-focused fitness. After spending decades trapped in diet culture and overtraining, including running half marathons while eating less than 1,000 calories a day, Lois learned the hard way that discipline alone doesn’t fix a downregulated metabolism. Today, she and her team use advanced testing to uncover the why behind slow progress, fatigue, bloating, sleep issues, and stubborn weight gain. Her signature programs combine data-driven insights with simple, sustainable nutrition and movement strategies that help women feel in control of their bodies again. Lois has coached hundreds of women to rebuild their metabolism, gain confidence, and lose 15–40 pounds without extreme diets or endless cardio. Her work centers on one core belief: when a woman understands her body, she stops fighting it, and that’s when everything changes. She lives in southern Virginia with her husband and two dogs, and when she’s not coaching or creating content, you’ll find her hiking, lifting weights, or binge-watching Netflix.

In this episode, Tina sits down with Dane Johnson, founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, to break down the real differences between IBD and IBS and why confusing the two can keep people stuck. They dive into the emotional weight of chronic digestive symptoms, the fear around food, and what it truly means to “heal your gut.” From popular diets like SCD and AIP to digestive enzymes, peptides, and biohacking tools, they explore what actually helps. More importantly, they zoom out to the often-overlooked foundations: anatomy, digestion, nervous system regulation, mindset, and long-term sustainability. This conversation challenges the idea that food alone is the answer and offers a grounded, empowering perspective for anyone navigating Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, or chronic gut inflammation. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why food alone isn’t the full solution for Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis - The lifestyle factors that silently trigger inflammation and most patients ignore - Why your happiness and mindset are not “woo” and how they affect your symptoms - How to create your own IBD food philosophy instead of following strict diets forever - His take on supplements, peptides, exosomes, and who actually needs them. - Why most people waste money before fixing foundational habits - His go-to “Digestion-Friendly Salad” and why it works for sensitive guts - One mistake almost everyone with IBD makes when trying to heal their digestion Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Dane Johnson: https://crohnscolitislifestyle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crohnscolitis_lifestyle/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf3Yhapgc2Qb16_MP7f-DuQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrohnsColitisLifestyle Twitter: https://twitter.com/danejohnson24 About Dane Johnson: Dane is the founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle inspired by his life-threatening battle with Crohn’s/Colitis, which he reversed using natural practice. As a Board Certified Nutritionist and one of the most successful Crohn’s/Colitis coaches in the world, he has helped thousands around the world find their unique answer to IBD while building a community of supporters, doctors and healers!

In this episode, Tina breaks down glutathione, one of the most overlooked tools in women’s health, especially during perimenopause and after 40. Glutathione plays a key role in detoxification, hormone balance, energy production, inflammation control, and fat loss, yet levels naturally decline with age. Tina explains how chronic stress, inflammation, and metabolic strain can quietly deplete glutathione and stall progress, even when you’re eating well and training consistently. You’ll also learn why many glutathione supplements don’t work, what actually supports glutathione production, and how low levels can show up as fatigue, stubborn weight gain, poor recovery, and hormone symptoms. This episode is for women who feel like they’re doing everything “right” but still feel tired, inflamed, or stuck and want real clarity instead of another wellness trend. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why women over 40 are often running low on glutathione, your body’s master antioxidant - How oxidative stress silently sabotages fat loss, energy, hormones, and skin health - The surprising ways free radicals are damaging your cells (from UV rays to processed food) - Signs your body might be experiencing low glutathione or oxidative stress - Why dieting, excessive cardio, and stress can actually deplete this crucial antioxidant - Why oral glutathione supplements are a waste of money - How injectable glutathione works and why it’s worth it - Addressing concerns about GLPs + extra injections (why it’s simpler than you think) Glutathione: https://elliemd.com/product/glutathione-injection?bp=tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

After nearly two decades in the online health space, Tina Haupert dives into the 7 biggest health trends she’s personally tried and why she ultimately changed her mind about them. From cycle syncing, celery juice, and The Bean Protocol, to parasite detoxes, functional testing, and peptides, Tina breaks down what actually worked, what backfired, and what she continues to use as a woman navigating perimenopause, metabolism changes, gut health, and autoimmune challenges. This episode is perfect for women over 35 who feel confused by conflicting health advice, burned by trendy “quick fixes,” and ready for a smarter, science-backed approach to energy, fat loss, and long-term wellness. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why more exercise nearly wrecked my metabolism, hormones, and gut - Cycle syncing workouts: what I still use and what I don’t - The bean protocol and why soluble fiber became essential for my gut and hormones - Celery juice: what helped, what didn’t, and why it’s not a cure-all - The parasite protocols I went all-in on and the symptoms they created - Functional testing vs. “normal” bloodwork and why both matter - How HTMA and hormone testing validated symptoms labs missed - What peptides taught me about foundations, recovery, and resilience - The difference between using peptides and using them strategically Early enrollment is open for Fit + Fueled: https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/UkQyuWup?coupon_code=FFWAITLIST2026 Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing, peptides, and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

In this episode, Tina talks with Dr. Emily Kiberd, founder of Thyroid Strong, about managing Hashimoto’s through nutrition, strength training, and lifestyle habits. Dr. Kiberd shares her personal journey, the root causes of Hashimoto’s, and practical strategies for fat loss, muscle maintenance, and symptom management. They also cover over-exercising, peptides, autoimmune triggers, and complex cases involving gut health and mold exposure, offering actionable advice for women who want to feel strong, energized, and in control of their thyroid health. Here’s what you’ll learn: - How Hashimoto’s impacts your energy and metabolism during exercise - The subtle signs of overtraining vs. normal fatigue with thyroid issues - Why thyroid hormone fluctuations can affect muscle recovery and strength gains - Which types of exercise help and which may hurt Hashimoto’s - Key workout signals that your thyroid may be overworked - Which thyroid labs are critical for women exercising regularly - How thyroid function changes your post-workout recovery and fueling needs - Macronutrient tweaks to build or maintain muscle with low thyroid function - How to adapt exercise on high-fatigue or symptom flare days - Balancing fat loss or muscle-building goals while staying thyroid-friendly Peptides: https://Elliemd.com/Carrotsncake Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Dr. Emily Kiberd: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thyroid.strong Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thyroidstrong Her Podcast in Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thyroid-strong/id1425627401 Her Podcast in Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1EkTBDKRscaAoZ0Ixwa8nY Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dremilykiberd About Dr. Emily Kiberd: Hi, I’m Dr. Emily Kiberd, Chiropractor, movement specialist, strength enthusiast, Mama to Elvis. And I reversed my Hashimoto’s. I believe every woman with Hashimoto’s can feel strong and confident in her body. I help women struggling with Hashimoto’s learn how to exercise to lose weight and beat fatigue so they can feel their best and show up for the people that matter the most. My story in a nutshell… Three years ago, after having my first baby, I was chronically sick and didn’t feel like myself. I was… exhausted even after sleeping 14 hours a night gaining weight no matter how much I worked out struggling to finish my sentences in chronic pain with full body joint and muscle aches constantly injuring myself when I tried to workout Simply, I was a shadow of myself. Everyone told me having a new baby was “hard” and exhaustion was “normal.” I wasn’t present for my new baby and my family was under constant stress because I couldn’t function. I could barely get out of bed. Even 12 years as a Doctor of Chiropractic medicine, I had to look past my current knowledge of biomechanical joint and muscle pain to heal my body. The major factor that helped heal my thyroid was working out smarter, not harder, to lose the stubborn weight and beat the fatigue. I tried the recommendations of my doctors which included go for a 20 minute walk, do yoga, pilates, or low impact exercise. But this would make my muscles ache more and my joints feel more loose. Then I tried to go hard to lose the weight but I’d burn myself out, getting sick every couple months. I reclaimed my life and my body, by changing how I trained.

In this episode, Tina chats with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a board-certified OBGYN who specializes in gynecology, menopause, and sexual health. They dive into the often-overlooked topic of sex and pleasure in midlife, including Dr. Sophocles’ concept of the “bedroom gap” and her upcoming book. They talk about the physical changes that affect libido, how to communicate with your partner, and which treatments are safe and effective for improving sexual health. Dr. Sophocles shares practical tips for reclaiming sexual pleasure and why it’s so important for overall health and well-being. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The surprising reasons midlife women lose desire and why it’s not your fault - The real definition of “the bedroom gap” and why it widens after 40 - The silent sexual symptoms of perimenopause most women don’t recognize - How weight changes, energy dips, and body confidence affect your sex life - Why communication about sex is so hard and how to start conversations - The evidence-based treatments that actually improve libido and sexual function - What every woman should know about midlife sexual health but isn’t told - Dr. Sophocles’ biggest hope for women reading The Bedroom Gap The Bedroom Gap: Rewrite the Rules and Roles of Sex in Midlife: https://rstyle.me/+ilXbuSJ9Aco5gBQ8yruUZw Get Vyleesi /PT-141: https://elliemd.com/sexual-health?bp=tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Dr. Maria Sophocles https://mariasophoclesmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariasophoclesmd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-sophocles-591a8b10/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmoad996Gk-PwijqRziGX5g About Dr. Maria Sophocles: Dr. Maria Sophocles has been at the forefront of women’s healthcare for 30 years, bringing an unparalleled depth of knowledge, compassion, and innovation to her practice. From her academic roots at Duke University and Jefferson Medical College to her groundbreaking work at Women’s Healthcare of Princeton, Dr. Sophocles is a vanguard in menopause management and female sexual health. Explore her journey, accolades, and contributions to global women’s healthcare.

In this episode, Tina sits down with Curtis Gillespie Sayers to dive into the world of bioregulators. They explore what bioregulators are, how they differ from peptides, and why understanding proper use is critical for safety and effectiveness. Curtis and Tina discuss who can benefit, the science behind genetic expression, and why some people respond to peptides while others don’t. Listeners will also learn where to source reputable bioregulators, which ones are particularly helpful for women 35+ navigating perimenopause and menopause, and what to expect in terms of timing and results. This episode provides practical, evidence-based guidance for using bioregulators to support optimal long-term health. Here’s what you’ll learn: - What are bioregulators and how they are different from peptides - The surprising origin story of bioregulators (hint: they’re not new) - The hidden reason some people respond to peptides while others don’t - How bioregulators address complex issues traditional peptides can’t touch - What “genetic expression” means and how bioregulators influence it - Who should consider bioregulators and who shouldn’t - Are they safe and where to start without feeling overwhelmed - The best bioregulators for women 35+ navigating perimenopause and aging - How long it really takes to feel a difference with bioregulators GHK-CU: https://elliemd.com/product/ghk_cu?bp=tinahaupert Spermidine: https://rstyle.me/+SRAEdY0F8-anrfLZQitPOg Join Interest List for Practitioner Business Lab: https://forms.gle/knbkRRtrDADVfeVc8 BioLongevity Labs: https://go.biolongevitylabs.com/aff_c?offer_id=1&aff_id=1841 Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Curtis Gillespie Sayers: https://lifestylempowerment.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1lifeestyleempowerment/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@curtisfunctionalhealthcoach Instagram: https://instagram.com/that.coach.curtis About Curtis Gillespie Sayers: From a young age I was in and out of the hospital suffering from health complications for as long as I can remember, breathing difficulties being the most apparent but as I grew older more serious issues began to come to light. I was diagnosed with an extremely severe case of sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a pre-diabetic status. At this time, I was also struggling with substance abuse, which would obviously contribute to my health complications, but most were from birth. After receiving the news from running tests, the doctors had informed me that I was lucky to be alive. My psychological health was greatly impacted by my physiological health, evoking feelings of anger, and negativity which caused me to constantly argue with people around me. This affected several of my relationships and was creating a miserable life. This lead me to seek out the help of a bodybuilding coach (not knowing a damn thing about health at the time). The main focus was “getting shredded,” not understanding how much internal health affects one’s physique. Interestingly enough, shedding the weight had really helped with my sleep apnea, but still, quite a few health complications were present. At this time hunger was ignited in me to learn more. I became determined to solve what was going on in my body. I decided to acquire my first nutrition certification through the ISSA (International Sports Science Association).

In this episode, Tina chats with Mikki Williden to explore essential nutrition strategies for women in midlife. She discusses the pitfalls of common dietary habits and the importance of balancing fat loss goals without compromising hormones or energy levels. Mikki explains what 'metabolic flexibility' means and offers tips on shifting the body to burn more fat efficiently. She dives into how much protein women need for muscle maintenance, weight loss, and metabolism optimization, detailing how to distribute protein throughout the day for best results. She also discusses the concept of 'low carb' diets and their place for women over 40, offer strategies for fueling workouts, and highlight key supplements that support hormone balance and metabolic health. She also shares her insights on nutrition myths that need to be dispelled and offers practical advice for improving overall health. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The most common nutrition mistakes women in midlife make and how to fix them - How to balance fat loss goals without tanking your hormones or energy - What “metabolic flexibility” really means and how to shift your body to burn more fat - How much protein women truly need for muscle, weight loss, and metabolism - How to distribute protein across the day for optimal recovery and results. - What “low carb” really means and if it has a place for women over 40 - Smart strategies to fuel workouts and recover faster - The key supplements that support hormone balance, energy, and metabolic health - The one nutrition myth she wishes every woman would let go of for good Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Mikki Williden, PhD: https://www.mikkiwilliden.com/about Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikkiWilliden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/ About Mikki Williden, PhD: Mikki Williden, PhD graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, and a Bachelor of Physical Education from the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand. She attained her Masters in Science (Human Nutrition) with First Class Honours in 2003, focusing on the development of a childhood obesity prevention programme. As a registered nutritionist, She has been privately consulting with clients since 2006 and has worked with a vast number of people with different health and performance goals. In 2011, she obtained my PhD after completing her doctoral thesis in health and productivity in the New Zealand workforce. She hosts a twice-weekly podcast, Mikkipedia, which dives deep into the topics of nutrition, longevity, fitness, and health, and is the creator of Mondays Matter, a successful fat loss group programme that utilises evidence-based techniques to support body composition goals and has helped thousands of people. She is the Director of Nutrition for SFuels, an innovative sports nutrition company that advocates for right fuel, right time. She has worked with world-class athletes and some notable New Zealanders, helping them achieve their nutrition-related goals, including Nigel Latta (on The Sugar episode) and Simon Gault (on the documentary series Why are we Fat?). She is passionate about helping to translate science into practice to help people meet their health goals, and is a regular contributor to digital and media platforms, as well as having an active social media presence.

In this episode, Tina addresses one of the most common questions about GLP-1: whether one needs to be on it forever. She shares her personal experience with microdosing GLP-1, the benefits she noticed in managing blood sugar issues, and why she decided to stop taking it. She includes insights into who should consider weaning off GLP-1, different strategies for tapering off, and the importance of a gradual approach to prevent rebound weight gain. She also covers signs of metabolic stability versus struggle during the transition, managing appetite and energy, and practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support the body through the weaning process. Tina also highlights consulting with a healthcare professional before making any changes to one's GLP-1 routine. Here’s what you’ll learn: - My experience with transitioning off a GLP - What weaning off a GLP-1 actually means - How long your taper should last and why slower is better - Options for tapering off and what to consider - Signs your metabolism is stabilizing vs. struggling during the transition - What to expect with appetite, cravings, and energy as your body recalibrates - Practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to prevent rebound weight gain - Red flags that your body isn’t adjusting well and what to do about it EP302: My experience with microdosing a GLP-1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep302-how-microdosing-a-glp-1-changed-my-appetite/id1539296304?i=1000724292470 Peptides for Women ($19): https://carrotsncake.com/offers/3Q7wttmr?coupon_code=PROTOCOL19 Get started via our telehealth partner: https://elliemd.com/tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.