109. Burnout, Brain Fog & Fatigue? Try This 2-Minute Brain Rewiring Hack – with Melissa Sonners
Release Date: 03/25/2025
116. 4 Ways To Stop Alcohol From Disruptimg Your Hormones, Sleep, and Energy with Colleen Freeland
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Ever wonder why you’re still exhausted—even after a full night’s sleep? Or why brain fog and hormone imbalance seem to linger no matter how “healthy” your habits feel? If alcohol is still in the picture, even just a little, that could be a missing link. In this episode, I talk with intuitive drinking coach Colleen Freeland about alcohol’s hidden role in disrupting your sleep, spiking cortisol, and draining your energy—especially for women navigating perimenopause, chronic stress, or stubborn fatigue. We’re breaking down the science and psychology behind how alcohol affects your...
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115. The Hidden Nervous System Issue Behind Bloating, Brain Fog & Hormone Chaos with Tony Ebel
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Ever feel like no matter how clean you eat, how many supplements you take, or how well you manage your stress—you’re still dealing with fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, or weight loss resistance? I’ve been there too—and in this episode, we’re talking about a game-changing factor that’s often completely overlooked: your nervous system, specifically the vagus nerve. This conversation with Dr. Tony Ebel dives deep into why so many of us are stuck in chronic exhaustion and low energy despite doing “everything right.” If you’ve been navigating perimenopause, digestive...
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114. How Big Food Hijacked Your Gut, Hormones & Metabolism—And How to Take Control
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Ever wonder why you still feel exhausted even when you're eating “healthy”? Why brain fog, bloating, and stubborn weight just won’t budge—despite your best efforts? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really in your food—and how it's hijacking your metabolism, gut health, hormones, and energy levels. We’re talking about the hidden forces behind fatigue, weight loss resistance, and the rising rates of metabolic disease. From high-fructose corn syrup to toxic seed oils, the modern food industry has transformed our diets in ways that are fueling inflammation,...
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113. Brain Fog, Gut Issues & Exhaustion? This Could Be the Real Culprit Disrupting Your Hormones with Dr. Aly Cohen
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Feeling stuck in a cycle of fatigue, brain fog, and hormone chaos? Wondering why no matter how “healthy” you eat, your energy stays low or your weight won't budge? You’re not alone—and it may not be your fault. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aly Cohen, a board-certified rheumatologist and environmental health expert, to talk about something that affects every single one of us but rarely gets discussed: the toxic chemical overload hiding in our everyday lives. We unpack how environmental chemicals are silently disrupting your hormone balance, gut health, and immune...
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112. Struggling to Lose Weight? How Hormones, Stress & Metabolism Impact Fat Loss (And How to Fix It!)
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Ever feel crushing fatigue, stubborn belly weight, or energy crashes no matter how “clean” you eat? Let’s sort out the confusion around weight-loss resistance, hormone balance, gut health, and a metabolism that suddenly won’t cooperate—especially in perimenopause when brain fog, IBS-style bloating, and low energy can gang-up on you. Today I walk you through the hidden hormone signals that turn calories into cling-on fat (yes, even if you’re fasting, counting macros, or exercising harder) —so you can finally drop the frustration along with the extra pounds. What we cover...
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111. Fatigue, Bloating & Brain Fog: How to Reset Your Hormones & Energy Fast with Dr. Tricia Pingel
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
“Is Stress the Real Reason You Can’t Lose Weight or Heal Your Gut?” Are you constantly battling fatigue, weight loss resistance, hormone imbalance, or relentless brain fog—and wondering why nothing is working, even though you're doing all the “right” things? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tricia Pingel to unpack one of the most overlooked but powerful drivers of chronic symptoms: cortisol. We explore how the stress response hijacks your metabolism, messes with your hormones, disrupts your digestion, and can even trigger histamine intolerance and immune system reactivity. If...
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110. Iodine & Hormone Balance: The Overlooked Link to Thyroid, Metabolism & Energy
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
The Hidden Key to Hormone Balance—Why Iodine Matters More Than You Think Are you struggling with fatigue, weight loss resistance, brain fog, or stubborn digestive issues? Have you ever considered that an iodine deficiency might be behind it? Iodine plays a crucial role in hormone balance, metabolism, and thyroid function, yet it’s often overlooked. Many people don’t realize that low iodine levels can contribute to symptoms like IBS, perimenopause struggles, and even estrogen dominance—leading to heavy periods, mood swings, and low energy. In this episode, we dive into the little-known...
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109. Burnout, Brain Fog & Fatigue? Try This 2-Minute Brain Rewiring Hack – with Melissa Sonners
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Struggling with fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, or weight loss resistance? Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things—eating well, exercising, and taking supplements—yet you’re still exhausted? What if the missing piece wasn’t a new diet or workout but a simple shift in how you start and end your day? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Melissa Sonners to talk about the powerful but often-overlooked connection between brain waves, nervous system regulation, and hormone balance—and how making small changes to your daily routine can have a huge impact on your energy,...
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108. Hormones, Stress & Weight Gain: How the HPATG Axis Impacts Metabolism, Fatigue & Perimenopause Symptoms
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight loss resistance, or unpredictable digestion? It might not just be stress—it could be your hormones working against you. If you’ve ever wondered why perimenopause seems to zap your energy or why your metabolism feels sluggish despite your best efforts, this episode is for you. In today’s episode of A Little Bit Healthier, we’re kicking off the Hormone Series by breaking down the HPA-TG Axis—your body’s command center for hormone balance. This system influences everything from stress regulation to metabolism, thyroid function, and...
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107. The Power of Hypnosis: Reduce Anxiety, Rewire Your Mind & Transform Your Health with Sara Raymond
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine
Unlocking the Power of Hypnosis for Mental Health and Self-Discovery Are you constantly striving for the next achievement yet feeling unfulfilled? Do you battle anxiety or self-criticism that seems impossible to break? Today's episode explores how hypnosis can be a powerful tool for accessing the subconscious mind and creating lasting change. I spoke with Sara, a hypnotherapist who discovered hypnosis during her own burnout recovery. Like many high achievers, she had all the boxes checked for success but was constantly seeking the next level, leading to exhaustion. This personal journey...
info_outlineStruggling with fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, or weight loss resistance? Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things—eating well, exercising, and taking supplements—yet you’re still exhausted? What if the missing piece wasn’t a new diet or workout but a simple shift in how you start and end your day?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Melissa Sonners to talk about the powerful but often-overlooked connection between brain waves, nervous system regulation, and hormone balance—and how making small changes to your daily routine can have a huge impact on your energy, metabolism, gut health, and overall well-being.
Dr. Sonners shares her brain syncing method, a research-backed approach to rewiring your brain to support better digestion, stress resilience, and hormonal harmony—without adding another overwhelming task to your to-do list.
Key Takeaways
- The surprising link between perimenopause, stress, and gut health—and why your body might be holding onto weight despite your best efforts.
- Why waking up and checking your phone first thing in the morning could be wrecking your hormones, metabolism, and digestive health.
- The two-minute technique that can shift your energy levels, brain function, and mood—and why it works better than meditation for busy women.
- The power of brain waves: How understanding theta, alpha, beta, and delta states can help you optimize your focus, relaxation, and healing.
- The simple morning and nighttime routine that could completely transform your sleep, digestion, and stress levels.
If you’ve been stuck in low energy, gut issues, and brain fog, this episode will help you understand what’s happening in your body and how to start feeling like yourself again—with just a few minutes a day.
Hit play now and start feeling better today!
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This podcast is for women in perimenopause and beyond who are struggling with fatigue, brain fog, bloating, weight loss resistance, and unpredictable hormones. If you’re dealing with exhaustion, low energy, digestive discomfort, or hormone imbalances, you’ll learn how to support your metabolism, balance hormones naturally, beat IBS and bloating, and finally break through stubborn weight gain. Discover science-backed strategies to optimize digestion, improve gut health, and manage perimenopause symptoms—without restrictive diets or endless supplements. Whether it’s addressing estrogen dominance, blood sugar balance, or adrenal fatigue, this podcast gives you the tools to take control of your health and feel vibrant again. If you are enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a review or share it with a friend.
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