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It’s the end of June, and I’m wrapping up our listener-powered Q&A series with a jam-packed solo episode. I tackle three big questions from Sarah, Jeanine and Wendy that span swollen fingers after COVID, mast-cell mayhem, bumps around the eyes, fertility prep, and even rheumatoid arthritis. Thanks for being here!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Swollen Fingers Post-COVID: Often linked to cellular stress, mineral imbalances (esp. low potassium), and mast cell activation. Support adrenals and mineral status first.
• Mast Cell & Eczema: Consider nervous system inputs (EMDR, breathwork, stress history), liver drainage, and gentle anti-inflammatory support like Holy Basil.
• Fertility Prep: Focus on mitochondrial support, nutrient repletion, progesterone monitoring, and nervous system regulation at least 3 months preconception.
• Skin Bumps Around Eyes: Often tied to liver sluggishness and drainage issues. Use face mapping as a tool; consider low-level toxin load and mineral depletion.
• RA vs. OA: RA = immune dysfunction; assess food reactivity (e.g., nightshades), gut health, and family toxin exposure. OA = structural; consider regenerative injections (e.g., prolozone).
• Family Symptom Clusters: Think environmental—evaluate for mold, radon, or metals (e.g., uranium on HTMA). Toxic burden may explain “mystery” symptoms.

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Christa 🧡

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🌟 ⚠️ This is the episode you didn’t know you desperately needed. 💥
Wills, trusts, probate... sounds boring? Think again. This convo might just save your family thousands—and a whole lot of stress. 👀💸

This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m joined by estate attorney and certified performance coach Ali Goff, who’s not only brilliant but also shows up to legal talks in a T-shirt that says “Future Dead Person.” So you know we’re going to have fun while talking about something that usually feels… well, kind of morbid.

In this honest and surprisingly juicy convo, we’re digging into trusts, wills, and the documents every adult needs—but most avoid until it’s too late. I brought Ali on the show (and to our upcoming retreat in Salt Lake City 🎉) because she knows how to make complex stuff digestible and, dare I say, enjoyable. She also drops some wild stories that might just light a fire under your adulting.

Whether you’re 35 or 75, this episode will make you laugh and realize just how much stress (and money) you can save your family by planning now.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Why estate planning isn’t just for the rich or the retired
• What actually happens when you die without a will or trust (hint: it’s not pretty)
• The $50K+ mistake most families make without realizing it
• Why online legal templates might cost you more than they save
• The difference between a will and a trust—and why one skips court drama
• What documents every parent must have in place (especially for guardianship)
• How to make sure your family isn’t left scrambling in a medical or financial emergency

👯‍♀️ Want to hang with Ali and me in person? There are still a few seats left for the fall retreat. It's not just about health—it's about protecting your peace, your people, and your legacy. Apply now: https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/saltlake

ABOUT GUEST:
Alexandria “Ali” Goff is the founder and CEO of Goff Legal, a boutique California law firm specializing in estate planning and administration. A passionate educator and certified performance coach, Ali empowers fiduciaries and business owners to grow with clarity and confidence. She frequently speaks for professional organizations and serves on the UC Davis School of Law Alumni Board. Outside of work, Ali lives in Loomis with her husband, two sons, and their menagerie of pets. She’s also a Level 1 Sommelier who enjoys wine tasting, travel, and live music.

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://gofflegal.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goff.legal/

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m answering two listener questions—one about histamine intolerance and another about gut testing for a 3-year-old with allergies and chronic symptoms. If you’ve ever wondered whether histamine is really the problem or if stool testing is worth the investment, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I share why histamine intolerance is almost always a secondary issue (not the root cause), what body systems need support instead, and how I approach gut testing in young kids—especially when allergies, itching, and immune symptoms are involved. I also walk through how to think critically about testing and what questions to ask before you invest.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Why histamine isn’t the root cause—and what usually is
• How symptoms like allergies, flushing, anxiety, or hives can signal deeper dysfunction
• When DAO enzymes might help—and why I rarely use them
• What the GI MAP stool test actually reveals (and what it doesn’t)
• The #1 mistake people make with testing—and how to avoid it
• How to think like a practitioner when evaluating symptoms, history, and lab data

❓Questions for Christa? Submit it here: https://www.christabiegler.com/questions

🚨Christa is currently taking clients through the end of June! Book a call here: https://www.christabiegler.com/schedule

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:

🍽️ Over restriction is dead
🥑 Whole food is soul food and fed is best
🔄 Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)
🤝 You don’t have to figure it out alone
💛 Do your best and leave the rest

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m answering two listener questions around childhood eczema—when it flares from pool exposure and when gut healing alone isn’t enough. If you’ve been navigating eczema with your child (or yourself) and feel like you’ve hit a wall despite diet changes and supplements, this one’s for you.

In this episode, I break down the different types of eczema and how they react to things like chlorine, chemical sensitivity, and gut imbalances. I also share what clues to look for (like how symptoms show up after swimming or starting solids) and why doing things in the right order can make all the difference.

❓Got your own question for Christa? Submit it here: https://www.christabiegler.com/questions

🚨Christa is currently taking clients through the end of June! Book a call here: https://www.christabiegler.com/schedule

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• When chlorine (or other pool chemicals) may calm vs. flare eczema
• How to identify different eczema types and what they really mean
• Why gut healing protocols don’t always work—and what to do instead
• What birth stories, antibiotics, and early solids can tell you about root causes
• Why order of operations matters (especially in kids under 5)
• When it’s time to stop guessing and get fresh eyes on the case

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:

🍽️ Over restriction is dead
🥑 Whole food is soul food and fed is best
🔄 Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)
🤝 You don’t have to figure it out alone
💛 Do your best and leave the rest

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m joined by Nicole Sachs for a juicy and mind-blowing convo that just might change the way you think about your symptoms.

Nicole is a total powerhouse when it comes to helping people heal chronic pain, anxiety, long COVID, and all the mystery symptoms that make you feel like a walking question mark. We get into her story of being diagnosed with a gnarly spinal condition at 19, how she healed without surgery, and what that has to do with repressed emotions, a dysregulated nervous system, and a little tool she created called JournalSpeak.

We’re talking science, soul, and the sneaky ways our bodies try to keep us “safe” by holding onto stuff we were never meant to carry. If you’ve been spinning your wheels trying to fix your pain, fatigue, gut issues, skin flares, or anxiety, you are going to want to take notes on this one.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Why your pain is real even if it’s not coming from where you think
• How your body uses symptoms to protect you from emotional overload
• What the emotional reservoir is and why it keeps overflowing
• Why some people feel emotionally frozen and how to safely thaw
• How to rewire your brain and regulate your nervous system with JournalSpeak
• Why self-compassion is not fluffy—it’s freaking necessary for healing

ABOUT GUEST:

Nicole Sachs, LCSW is a psychotherapist, author, speaker, and creator of the JournalSpeak method and The Cure for Chronic Pain platform. A direct student of Dr. John Sarno, Nicole has helped hundreds of thousands of people around the world heal from chronic pain, anxiety, and other mind-body conditions without medication or surgery. Through her books (Mind Your Body, The Meaning of Truth), podcast, courses, retreats, and practitioner training program, Nicole teaches the science and soul of self-healing with compassion, clarity, and a little bit of sass.

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.yourbreakawake.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolesachslcsw

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:

• Over restriction is dead.
• Whole food is soul food and fed is best
• Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)
• You don’t have to figure it out alone
• Do your best and leave the rest

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m joined by the one and only Danielle Kepics, who you might remember from our hair loss episode not long ago. Danielle is a certified fertility educator, functional medicine practitioner, former mental health therapist, and all-around powerhouse in women's health.

In this juicy and eye-opening conversation, we’re talking all about hormonal birth control and the things most women are never told. Danielle shares her own story of being put on the pill before she was even sexually active, how it impacted her mood and health for years, and the lightbulb moment that changed everything. If you’ve ever wondered how the pill affects your body beyond preventing pregnancy, this one is for you. Danielle brings the fire and the fun while dropping truth bombs that every woman needs to hear. You are going to love this one.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• What your period is really telling you about your health
• Why the pill does not regulate hormones or give you a real cycle
• How birth control impacts mood, anxiety, and nutrient levels
• The connection between IUDs, the vagus nerve, and mental health
• Why some women feel completely different (or even pick different partners) after stopping the pill
• What you can do to support your body when coming off hormonal birth control

Check out Danielle's other episode: #399 Ultimate Guide to Hair Loss

ABOUT GUEST:
Danielle Kepics, PA-C, is a functional health practitioner, certified fertility educator, mental health therapist, nutrition coach, and former personal trainer — earning her the title of "unicorn" in women’s health. After a decade in conventional medicine, she founded Empowered Mind + Body and now helps women optimize their health through lifestyle and clinical deep dives. Danielle is also the co-founder of Unconventional Collaborative, a mastermind for health pros. Outside of work, she's an adventure-loving Enneagram 8w7, passionate about movement, connection, and living authentically.

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.empoweredmindbody.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.kepics

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m doing something a little different. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a raw, real behind-the-scenes reflection on the costly mistakes I made by outsourcing my financial decisions and the powerful shift that happened when I decided to take my power back.

If you’ve ever felt intimidated, overwhelmed, or just checked out when it comes to money, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and 4️⃣ powerful questions to start reclaiming your financial well-being starting today.

🌿 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

✨ Why outsourcing too much—in health or wealth—can cost you big
🧘 Christa’s personal story of financial overwhelm (and what changed)
📝 4 confidence-boosting money questions to ask yourself today
🌱 What it really means to stop outsourcing your power

🌿 Want to go deeper? Join Christa this September in Salt Lake City.
The Well-thy Woman Retreat is a 4-day immersive experience for women ready to reclaim their power in health and wealth without burnout or confusion.

✔️ Get your financial systems in order
✔️ Clear lingering health roadblocks
✔️ Walk away with a personalized, doable plan

✨ Gorgeous setting. Incredible food. Zero judgment.
🪩 Apply now → https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/saltlake

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links

❓Questions for Christa? Submit them here: https://www.christabiegler.com/questions

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:

🍽️ Over restriction is dead
🥑 Whole food is soul food and fed is best
🔄 Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)
🤝 You don’t have to figure it out alone
💛 Do your best and leave the rest

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m joined by Morley Robbins, creator of the Root Cause Protocol and expert in mineral metabolism, to unpack why high-dose vitamin D supplements might actually be making your symptoms worse instead of better.

In this eye-opening conversation, we talk about why low vitamin D on a lab doesn’t always mean deficiency, how inflammation and hidden infections can disrupt vitamin D metabolism, and why minerals like magnesium, copper, and retinol are critical for proper function. If you're struggling with fatigue, hormone issues, or have been told you’re vitamin D deficient, this episode will help you rethink your approach to healing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• What low vitamin D really means and why it may be a sign of inflammation
• How infections and immune dysfunction impact vitamin D metabolism
• The vital roles of magnesium, copper, and retinol in supporting vitamin D
• Why supplementing vitamin D without cofactors can make symptoms worse
• How to test for both storage and active vitamin D
• How to safely restore mineral balance using the Root Cause Protocol

Megan Mangin's paper mentioned in episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25048990/

ABOUT GUEST:
Morley Robbins is the creator of the Root Cause Protocol and founder of the Magnesium Advocacy Group. Known as the “Magnesium Man,” Morley left a decades-long career in hospital administration after a personal healing experience led him to question everything he thought he knew about health. Since then, he’s become a passionate educator on mineral balance, performing thousands of consults and digging deep into the roles of magnesium, copper, and iron in chronic illness. Through his research and coaching, Morley helps people get to the root cause of fatigue, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances—one mineral at a time.

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://therootcauseprotocol.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therootcauseprotocol/

WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife

SPONSOR:
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