Your environment plays a big factor in your wellbeing. We recently published an episode with Interior Designer, Jessica Blanco, where we talk about lighting, sound, texture, and general organization and how it impacts us.
We just went live for the very first time on *So Frickin’ Healthy* and we’re keeping it real. In this kickoff livestream we introduce ourselves, do an “Are We Okay Report” health check-in, and share what’s been going on behind the scenes lately, including stress, sleep, cortisol chaos, and seasonal…
Got 10 Minutes? Danna was lying in bed trying to fall asleep—but her brain had other plans. It was busy counting how many wearables Megan has talked about and which one does what. So she turned it into an episode. Here's the deal: before you buy anything, ask yourself one…
Is your home secretly draining your energy without you even realizing it? In this follow-up episode with interior designer Jessica Blanco, we dive deep into how to design spaces that actually work for neurodivergent brains and those with sensory sensitivities. Jessica explains that while everyone has sensory sensitivities, a neurotypical…
Got 10 Minutes? Megan found a clickbait article and couldn't resist: "Exercise Won't Help You Lose Much Fat, But Changing This Will." Annoying? Yes. But also... kind of true? Here's the thing: pound for pound, a Tanzanian hunter-gatherer who moves all day burns the same calories as an American office…
Session 1: Where Do I Even Start? Joanna has done the research. She's read the articles, compared the studies, questioned who funded what. She's a scientist by training—she wants the data. But here's the thing about health: the data that matters most is yours. In this first session, Danna and…
We're doing something we've never done before on So Frickin' Healthy. We're opening the doors to real health coaching sessions and letting you listen in. Over the next six episodes, you'll hear actual coaching conversations between Danna and a client we're calling Joanna. This isn't polished. This isn't edited to…
Got 10 Minutes? Megan's been adding chia seeds to her water—along with psyllium husk and apple cider vinegar. Danna's intrigued. And just like that, we're off. Here's what you need to know: two tablespoons of chia seeds deliver 35% of your daily fiber. They absorb up to ten times their…
Ever feel like your living space is draining your energy instead of restoring it? In this episode, we sit down with interior designer Jessica Blanco (https://bit.ly/jessica_designs) to explore the powerful connection between our physical environments and mental wellbeing. Jessica brings a unique perspective, having transitioned from 20 years in education…
Cozy up and join us for a candid conversation as we get comfortable in our pajamas and break down the delightful documentary, "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut." What You'll Take Away: - Explore how gut health challenges both modern medicine and traditional beliefs. - Join in on…
So here we are, testing out Substack Live and uploading it to YouTube. I’m Megan, that’s Danna and we run not one but two podcasts that you probably haven’t heard of yet. Don’t worry, our moms don’t listen either. My mom doesn’t have headphones, so podcasts are basically a non-starter.…
Trying Substack Live for the first time so we can tell you about our awesome plans for So Frickin' Healthy for 2026
Ever heard of leaky gut and wondered if it's real or just wellness hype? In this episode from 2022, Megan and Danna dive deep into intestinal permeability—what it actually is, why conventional medicine struggles to diagnose it, and what you can do about it. Originally recorded as a live YouTube…
Cozy up and join us for a candid conversation as we get comfortable in our pajamas and break down the delightful documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut." What You'll Take Away: - Explore how gut health challenges both modern medicine and traditional beliefs. - Join in on…
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dina Holzapfel, neuroscientist and founder of Red. House of Collagen (https://bit.ly/4hVAQ2l) in Zurich, as we explore the science and benefits of red light therapy. What You'll Learn: • How red light therapy works at the cellular level by boosting mitochondrial energy (ATP production)…
Burnout is a beast, and we’re diving straight into the chaos of it in this episode. Danna's bravely sharing her personal saga, and trust me, it’s a wild ride through the trenches of exhaustion, identity crises, and a whole lot of tears – sorry, not sorry for the overshare, but…
Members-Only Episode: The Moment Self-Discovery Hit Us In this intimate, members-only snippet, Megan and Danna get real about when and how they truly began to know themselves—not just preferences, but the kind of deep self-knowledge that shifts your life trajectory. ✨ Megan shares how her 2018 health coaching journey cracked…
Ever felt like burnout steamrolled your life—and now you're supposed to just “bounce back” to work like nothing happened? Yeah… no. In this episode, we’re getting all the way real with HR expert and mental health first aid instructor Karina Schneider. We’re talking about the actual differences between stress, burnout,…
Let’s face it, perimenopause sounds like a bad horror movie title, but it’s really just your body’s way of saying, ‘Surprise! Time for some changes!’ This episode is all about the real talk around this six to ten-year hormonal transition that often gets swept under the rug. Dr. Mary Pines…
Your nervous system is the master controller—and when it's constantly stressed, your hormones suffer. Want to flip the switch into “rest + digest” mode? Here’s how: 🧘♀️ Simple practices like breathwork, meditation, cuddling, and taking a bath can boost oxytocin—the “feel-good” hormone. 🎶 But it gets cooler: you can stimulate…
Let’s talk about how far behind women’s health research STILL is. 😤 I had a hysterectomy at 39. Kept my ovaries. I asked my doctors: “How will this affect my menopause?” 👉🏼 Some said “6 months early.” 👉🏼 Others said “maybe 4 years early.” 👉🏼 Basically… nobody knows. The lack…
Fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, acne? 👀 Your hormones might be out of balance. Here’s what to watch for—and why labs matter. #HormoneHealth #FunctionalMedicine #WomensHealth #MidlifeWellness #SoFrickinHealthy https://www.swisscastnetwork.ch/show/so-frickin-healthy/voicemail/
Think you’re “not stressed”? Your hormones might disagree. 😅 Here’s why taking a stress inventory matters—especially over 40. #HormoneHealth #StressRelief #MidlifeWellness #AdrenalHealth #SoFrickinHealthy https://www.swisscastnetwork.ch/show/so-frickin-healthy/voicemail/
