Paige Talks Wellness

You're scrolling and suddenly you see a headline on The New York Times saying: "Protein Is Overrated." "Cold Plunges Don't Work." "Supplements Are a Waste of Money." And now you're spiraling. In this episode, I teach you how to spot oversimplified, click-driven health information - even when it comes from major media outlets. Because let's face it: most of it is total BS. In this episode, I'm diving into: How headlines are written for engagement Why single studies get blown out of proportion Correlation vs. causation, and why that matters A simple 5-question filter you can use anytime you read a health article ... and more! --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Gallbladder and bile issues are some of the most common digestive problems in the western world - and with good reason. But you have more control over preventing these problems than you might think -- meaning you don't have to wait for the pain to be so intense that you get your gallbladder removed. (And even then, it might not solve your issues). In today's rebooted show, I'm telling you all about: - what bile's role is in the body - the signs to look for BEFORE gallstones form - why bile is key to more than just fat digestion & absorption - how to improve bile synthesis and flow without medications ... and more! Show Notes: pH Balance DIY Program - can be found at bit.ly/phbalancegroup Thorne Advanced Digestive Enzymes References: Alan R. Gaby, Nutritional Medicine. Healthy Bile: A Functional Medicine, Ayurveda, and TCM Integrated Approach Circadian control of bile acid synthesis by a KLF15-Fgf15 axis Increase in choleresis by means of artichoke extract Curcumin protects ANIT-induced cholestasis through signaling pathway of FXR-regulated bile acid and inflammation Dose-dependent effects, safety and tolerability of fenugreek in diet-induced metabolic disorders in rats Dietary fenugreek and onion attenuate cholesterol gallstone formation in lithogenic diet–fed mice Silymarin Ameliorates Metabolic Dysfunction Associated with Diet-Induced Obesity via Activation of Farnesyl X Receptor Synergistic effects of rhubarb-gardenia herb pair in cholestatic rats at pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic levels Glycyrrhizin Alleviates Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis via Modulating Bile Acids and Meta-Inflammation Low-fat, high-carbohydrate and high-fat, low-carbohydrate diets decrease primary bile acid synthesis in humans The effect of chronic estrogen application on bile and gallstone composition in women with cholelithiasis The Little-Known Connection between Leaky Gut, Gluten Intolerance, and Gallbladder Problems You can learn more about me by following on IG or Tiktok @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

If listening to your body were really that easy, we'd all be in perfect physical and healthy shape. In this episode, I'm talking about why this is some of the most well intentioned but poorly explained advice in wellness - especially if you've lived in chronic stress, diet culture, postpartum depletion, or burnout. I'm talking: How chronic stressors distort hunger, fatigue, and cravings Why exhaustion and restlessness often exist at the same time How to use structure to support your body without overly controlling it Examples of what listening to your body actually looks like in real life ... and more! --- Show Notes: Get some BiOptimizers Magnesium with code IPW to save Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice, discouraged by your lack of progress, or like your body just isn't responding the way it "should," this episode is for you. Inside, I'm sharing what I truly think matters when it comes to healing - after years of trying to do everything "right," chasing protocols, and believing that more effort would finally fix how I felt. Why doing more for your health can sometimes keep you stuck How under-fueling (even unintentionally) blocks progress Why consistency and patience matter more than perfect plans The role that safety plays in healing ... and more! --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Jenn Trepeck has been described as a "force of nature" in the wellness space. She is a Health and Lifestyle Coach, Podcaster, and Consultant. Jenn grew up the skinny one in a family of dieters which was awesome(!) until it went away. And so began her weight management saga. Ultimately, though, Jenn learned the nutrition education we're all supposed to know, but no one ever taught us. This completely changed her life and allowed her to say she "kicked her food issues." From then, Jenn set-out on a mission to pay it forward and help people help themselves. After over a decade of working with clients, Jenn started Salad with a Side of Fries podcast. Based on science, yet lighthearted, Jenn talks about living life while still making ourselves and our health a priority. Jenn's debut book, Uncomplicating Wellness (October 2025), offers a science-based yet practical approach to cut through the noise of the wellness industry and help readers finally trust their bodies again. In this episode, we cover: - how the wellness industry is just new branding of the old diet culture - how to spot BS health advice online - learning how to read your body's signals - how to reframe your New Year's resolution to make you actually stick to it ... and more! You can connect with her over on Instagram: @jenntrepeck Or check out her website: asaladwithasideoffries.com Or her podcast, Facebook, or YouTube, all linked here as well. And here's where you can find the book! You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

This Thanksgiving, while you're trying to enjoy time with family and eat the meal you spent hours preparing, the world is loudly jumping back on the "skinny" trend. In this episode, I'm talking about the uncomfortable truth behind society's obsession with making women smaller. Because this isn't just about bodies, it's about control. So today I'm breaking down: Why thinness is suddenly "back" and who benefits from that How holiday diet culture keeps women guilty, quiet, and distracted The political and historical reasons societies push women to shrink Why focusing on our bodies keeps us from focusing on our power How to navigate Thanksgiving without falling into the guilt-and-restriction trap What reclaiming your space - physically and emotionally - looks like this season --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

I used to follow every clean-eating rule I could find. From the outside, it looked like I had it all together. But on the inside? I was completely consumed by food. In this episode, I'm opening up about my experience with orthorexia - the obsession with eating "right" that completely took over my life. If you've ever felt anxious about food, struggled to eat without guilt, or wondered if your healthy habits might have gone too far, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk about: What orthorexia really is and how it hides under the label of "clean eating" The sneaky ways restriction and food fear can show up in your life My personal stories of control, anxiety, and the physical toll of under-fueling Why bingeing isn't a failure - it's your body's cry for nourishment The signs that your "healthy" habits have crossed the line into obsession What healing from orthorexia actually looks like (and how freeing it can be) --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

If you've ever felt like your list of "off-limits" foods just keeps getting longer, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the truth about food sensitivities - what they actually are, how they're different from allergies and intolerances, and why your symptoms might show up differently than your friend's. Because food isn't the enemy. Once you support your gut, calm your immune system, and rebuild tolerance, your body can go back to doing what it's designed to do: thrive with variety. In this episode, I'll cover: The real difference between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances - and why mixing them up leads to confusion Why food sensitivity symptoms can show up days after eating and look totally different from person to person The truth about IgG food sensitivity tests and what those "reactive" foods actually mean How gut dysfunction, stress, and environmental toxins set the stage for reactivity A step-by-step guide to doing an elimination and reintroduction process safely and effectively Why cutting out more foods isn't the answer - and how to rebuild tolerance so you can enjoy eating again --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Elizabeth Gaines is the Education Director for Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). After a decade of frontline work with domestic minor sex trafficking victims left her in deep burnout and chronic fatigue, she turned to the FDN system and used it to restore her health and reclaim joy in her life. Today, she shares that same system with trainees worldwide, helping them transform their own lives and the lives of their clients. In this episode, we cover: - the intersection of "am I sick?" or "do I just hate my life?" - why looking at diet & exercise isn't enough - the true definition of burnout - how to get out of the cycle of trial and error ... and more! You can connect with her over on Instagram: @fdntraining Or check out her website: fdntraining.com where you can find the DRESS Workshop If this episode piqued your interest, you can also find my interview with FDN founder Reed Davis back at episode 102. You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Terry Tateossian is the Founder of THOR: The House of Rose Retreats and Coaching, a coaching group for women over 40 who want to build muscle, get lean and strong, and thrive in midlife and beyond, and the host of the podcast 'How Good Can It Get'. Terry is an ISSA-certified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist, Registered Yoga Teacher, and IIN-Certified Hormone Specialist and Emotional Eating Coach. As the former Co-Founder and CEO of a successful marketing agency, Terry suffered severe health problems while running her agency, enduring multiple hospitalizations and early onset perimenopause at just 37. At 42, Terry embarked on her transformative health journey, successfully shedding over 80 lbs and healing her physical and emotional issues. Today, she has trained hundreds of women and walked in 2025 New York and Paris Fashion Weeks. Her primary focus is helping women over 40 become the healthiest versions of themselves, proving that it's never too late to build strength, vitality, and self-acceptance. In this episode, we cover: - how she turned her life around after a big wake-up call - the red flags that your tough weight loss or fertility issues might be perimenopause - why perimenopause is starting earlier than ever - how to work with your body instead of against it during this change ... and more! You can connect with her over on Instagram: @how.good.can.it.get Or check out her website: thehouseofrose.com You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Your metabolism is "broken" or "slowed down beyond repair." This episode is your reminder that your body is not against you, it's protecting you! Your metabolism is designed to adapt to your environment, your stress, and your habits. The good news? That means you can influence it in powerful ways. In this episode, l cover: What metabolism actually is (and why it's more than just "calories in vs. calories out") Why dieting, stress, and under-eating can make it feel like your metabolism has shut down The role of muscle, movement, and NEAT (non-exercise activity) in energy burn Simple, sustainable strategies to support a healthy metabolism without extremes Why "eat less, move more" is the worst advice for long-term health --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

If you've seen the new Netflix documentary Fit For TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser, you know it pulled back the curtain on one of the most-watched weight loss shows of all time. In this episode, I'm breaking down the most controversial parts of the documentary, including: Starvation-level diets that were sometimes under 1,000 calories a day Grueling 6+ hour daily workouts Alleged use of stimulants like caffeine pills to speed up weight loss "Temptation challenges" that glorified bingeing and food shame How all of this affected the participants - slowed metabolisms, weight regain, disordered eating, and emotional fallout AND why quick fixes and crash diets never work long-term, and what to do instead! --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.