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A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine

A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, Exhaustion, Histamine

By: Dr. Meg Mill Women's Health Expert
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 Struggling with fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight, bloating, constipation or hormone imbalances? If you're feeling exhausted no matter what you do, there’s a reason—and solutions. Hosted by Dr. Meg Mill, Doctor of Pharmacy and Functional Medicine Practitioner, this podcast is your go-to resource for boosting energy, balancing hormones, optimizing gut health, and resetting your metabolism in perimenopause and beyond. If your labs are “normal” but you still feel off, you’re not imagining it. Your symptoms are linked to how your body processes hormones, digests food, and regulates energy. Each episode delivers science-backed strategies to help you fix fatigue, restore energy, balance hormones, reduce bloating, constipation, and digestive issues, support metabolism, break through weight loss resistance, improve mental clarity, and eliminate brain fog. You don’t have to accept exhaustion, weight gain, and gut issues as the norm. Listen to A Little Bit Healthier and start making simple, effective changes that help you feel your best.Dr. Meg Mill Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • 116. 4 Ways To Stop Alcohol From Disruptimg Your Hormones, Sleep, and Energy with Colleen Freeland

    116. 4 Ways To Stop Alcohol From Disruptimg Your Hormones, Sleep, and Energy with Colleen Freeland
    Jul 1 2025
    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 metabolism, hormone balance, and nervous system, even if you're not a heavy drinker. Whether you’re someone who winds down with wine or drinks socially without thinking twice, this conversation will shift how you see alcohol—and give you tools to reconnect with how you actually want to feel. What You’ll Hear Inside This Episode: How alcohol secretly spikes cortisol and leaves your nervous system stuck in stress modeThe overlooked way drinking impacts your progesterone levels and sabotages deep sleepWhy "just one drink" can still disrupt blood sugar, digestion, and next-day energyThe simple mindset shift that helps you reduce drinking—without guilt or restriction Alcohol isn’t just a lifestyle choice—it’s a hormonal disruptor. From poor sleep to midday crashes, alcohol quietly rewires your body’s stress and recovery systems. If you’re navigating perimenopause, low energy, or weight loss resistance, this episode unpacks why cutting back might be the most impactful change you can make—and how to do it intuitively. You’ll learn why alcohol affects your gut health, sleep cycles, cortisol rhythms, and even contributes to hormonal imbalance like estrogen dominance or adrenal fatigue. It’s not about willpower—it’s about understanding the biology and building habits that support your best energy. We’re not here to ban alcohol. We're here to help you think critically about it. When you shift your intention, you get your energy, sleep, and clarity back—without feeling like you're giving anything up. If you’re tired of waking up groggy, feeling inflamed, or wondering why your stress feels worse after a night out, this one’s for you. Struggling with bloating, IBS, constipation, fatigue, brain fog, or hormone imbalance? Get expert guidance on gut health, hormone balance, detox, nervous system regulation, weight loss resistance, and upleveling your health. Join the Women's Wellness Collective, your go-to community for real solutions to boost energy, balance hormones, and improve digestion. Get 1/2 off your first month with code HEALTH at www.megmill.com/collective. WellPower is a free health magazine by Dr. Meg Mill, packed with expert insights, in-depth articles, and practical tips on hormone balance, gut health, and metabolic wellness for women in perimenopause and beyond. Get your free copy at https://go.megmill.com/wellpower and start optimizing your health today! Get clarity on your hormones with The Hormone Fixer—a free checklist to help you identify imbalances and take the first steps toward better health. Download now at https://go.megmill.com/hormonefixer. Let’s connect on Instagram for daily health tips at @drmegmill. Learn more about how Dr. Meg can help you uplevel your health at www.megmill.com How to reach Colleen: Website: https://www.emotionalsobrietycoaching.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehangoverwhisperer/?igsh=MTZhNnk5aWozOXk0Nw%3D%3D# Podcast: https://www.emotionalsobrietycoaching.com/podcast This content is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or exercise program. 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. If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll like ours too! Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow, Just Ingredients Podcast, Longevity with Nathalie Niddam, Wellness Mama, The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Ancient Health Podcast, The Model Health Show, Grounded Wellness By Primally Pure, Be Well By Kelly ...
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    28 mins
  • 115. The Hidden Nervous System Issue Behind Bloating, Brain Fog & Hormone Chaos with Tony Ebel

    115. The Hidden Nervous System Issue Behind Bloating, Brain Fog & Hormone Chaos with Tony Ebel
    Jun 17 2025

    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 issues like bloating or IBS, hormone swings, or stubborn metabolism challenges, this one’s for you. You’ll learn how nervous system dysregulation affects hormone balance, gut health, and even how your body handles stress and detoxification.

    We’ll explore how the HPATG axis, adrenal fatigue, cortisol, and inflammation are all downstream of a major system most of us don’t prioritize enough.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
    • A surprising root cause of brain fog and weight loss resistance that has nothing to do with your diet or workout.
    • The overlooked connection between your gut health and vagus nerve—and how it affects bloating, constipation, and IBS.
    • A subtle shift in your exercise routine that could totally transform your energy, metabolism, and hormone regulation.

    Whether you're struggling with hormonal imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, or just feel like you’re running on empty, what Dr. Tony shares here is essential listening. You’ll leave with a new understanding of why your body’s “fight or flight” mode is working against your healing—and what you can start doing to shift into rest, regulation, and healing.

    And here’s the best part: you don’t have to overhaul everything. Just learning how to regulate your nervous system could change how your hormones, energy, and gut function—permanently.

    Tap play and let’s talk about what’s really holding you back from feeling better.

    Struggling with bloating, IBS, constipation, fatigue, brain fog, or hormone imbalance? Get expert guidance on gut health, hormone balance, detox, nervous system regulation, weight loss resistance, and upleveling your health.

    Recharge your body and reclaim your energy with the Fatigue to Fabulous Ultimate Energy Boosting Handbook—your go-to guide for beating exhaustion and feeling your best. Download now at https://go.megmill.com/energy.

    Let’s connect on Instagram for daily health tips at @drmegmill.

    Learn more about how Dr. Meg can help you uplevel your health at www.megmill.com

    This content is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or exercise program.

    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.

    If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll like ours too!

    Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow, Just Ingredients Podcast, Longevity with Nathalie Niddam, Wellness Mama, The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Ancient Health Podcast, The Model Health Show, Grounded Wellness By Primally Pure, Be Well By Kelly Leveque, The Hormone Solution with Karen Martel, The Dr. Hyman Show, The Thyroid Fixer with Dr. Amie Hornaman, Treated with Dr. Sara, Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin, Better! with Dr. Stephanie, Energized with Dr. Mariza
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    40 mins
  • 114. How Big Food Hijacked Your Gut, Hormones & Metabolism—And How to Take Control

    114. How Big Food Hijacked Your Gut, Hormones & Metabolism—And How to Take Control
    Jun 3 2025
    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, hormone imbalance, and even neurodegenerative diseases. You’ll learn why your mitochondria are struggling, how your gut is silently inflamed, and what it all has to do with your energy crashes, perimenopause symptoms, and that stubborn belly fat that just won’t move. If you’re navigating IBS, brain fog, or unexplained fatigue, this episode is a must-listen. Key Points You’ll Hear in This Episode: The shocking truth about “healthy” foods on your grocery store shelves—and how they’re sabotaging your gut health. The surprising link between perimenopause and your gut microbiome—plus a quick test you can do at home. A subtle hormone shift that might explain your energy crashes—and how to fix it without reaching for coffee. How artificial ingredients and seed oils disrupt your metabolism and may be keeping you stuck in inflammation mode. If you’re searching for real answers about why you're constantly tired, struggling with weight despite eating clean, or wondering how your digestive health might be impacting your hormones—this episode breaks it down. We talk about the food system’s deep flaws, how processed foods lead to insulin resistance and leaky gut, and what you can start doing today to protect your health and energy. Your body deserves better than factory-made fuel. Learn how to become your own food advocate—and why eating nutrient-dense whole foods can be your best defense against fatigue, brain fog, and hormone chaos. Struggling with bloating, IBS, constipation, fatigue, brain fog, or hormone imbalance? Get expert guidance on gut health, hormone balance, detox, nervous system regulation, weight loss resistance, and upleveling your health. WellPower is a free health magazine by Dr. Meg Mill, packed with expert insights, in-depth articles, and practical tips on hormone balance, gut health, and metabolic wellness for women in perimenopause and beyond. Get your free copy at https://go.megmill.com/wellpower and start optimizing your health today! Get clarity on your hormones with The Hormone Fixer—a free checklist to help you identify imbalances and take the first steps toward better health. Download now at https://go.megmill.com/hormonefixer. Let’s connect on Instagram for daily health tips at @drmegmill. Learn more about how Dr. Meg can help you uplevel your health at www.megmill.com This content is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or exercise program. 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. If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll like ours too! Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow, Just Ingredients Podcast, Longevity with Nathalie Niddam, Wellness Mama, The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Ancient Health Podcast, The Model Health Show, Grounded Wellness By Primally Pure, Be Well By Kelly Leveque, The Hormone Solution with Karen Martel, The Dr. Hyman Show, The Thyroid Fixer with Dr. Amie Hornaman, Treated with Dr. Sara, Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin, Better! with Dr. Stephanie, Energized with Dr. Mariza
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    17 mins
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