Sugar is one of the most misunderstood topics in nutrition. You’ve heard that it’s toxic, addictive, and the root of metabolic disease. You’ve also heard that natural options like agave or honey are better choices. But most of these claims are based on incomplete science and oversimplified thinking.
In this episode, we break down what actually happens in your body when you consume sugar. We walk through how glucose and fructose are processed, why the liver is involved, and what role dose, context, and total intake play in determining whether sugar becomes a problem. You’ll also learn why focusing only on blood sugar misses a large part of the metabolic picture, and how to evaluate sweeteners using a more complete framework.
Hosted by Leanne Vogel.
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In this episode, we unpack ENERGIZED, the amino acid chain-based system that restores natural energy production at the cellular level. You’ll learn how ginseng and whey amino acid chains increase mitochondrial efficiency, balance dopamine and norepinephrine for sustained motivation, and improve oxygen use, all without overstimulation or crash. We’ll dive into the research behind PGC-1α activation, BDNF increases from natural coffee-fruit caffeine, and why most energy problems are signaling problems, not caffeine deficiencies. ENERGIZED teaches your cells how to make energy again!
Hosted by Leanne Vogel.
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I was recently interviewed by Dr. Thomas Hemingway on the Unshakeable Health podcast and the conversation was too good not to share with you. We talk about keto for women, metabolic flexibility, fasting, hormones, and how to actually use nutrition in a way that works with your body. I also share my story of losing my cycle for eight years, how keto helped restore my hormones, and why I no longer believe strict keto is the long term answer for everyone. We discuss carb cycling, fasting around your cycle, metabolic flexibility, and why the diet that works for you today may not be the diet you need forever.
Hosted by Leanne Vogel.
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Traveling doesn’t have to derail your health. In this episode, I share how I stay consistent with my health habits while traveling for weeks at a time, often with only a carry on bag. I walk through my strategy for packing light, choosing foods that support energy and digestion while traveling, and adjusting workouts when routines change. You’ll learn how to simplify your approach to nutrition while on the road, the foods I prioritize when eating out, and the small habits that help maintain energy, sleep, and metabolic health during travel. If you want to feel good while traveling without overcomplicating things, this episode will give you practical strategies you can start using right away.
Hosted by Leanne Vogel.
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Let me help you put together a kit of bioactive amino acid chains that work for you, your goals, and your body: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/quiz
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