Healthful Pursuit Podcast

My eight-year-old Doberman, Coconut, was strong, active, and training with me for Patagonia until one day she collapsed in pain at the dog park. We were told she had Wobblers Syndrome, and we spent months doing everything possible to support her... only to find out the diagnosis was wrong.   Fullscript link: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/lvogel1610380742  * Vitamin C * Fortigel® bioactive collagen peptides * Hyaluronic acid * Nutramax Cosequin (glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM) * Vitamin E   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Feeling burned out? In this episode, we dive into the first steps to recover—starting with food. Discover how your blood sugar, minerals, and meal timing affect adrenal health and energy. You’ll learn what to eat, when to eat it, and how to shift your lifestyle in simple, powerful ways that actually help you feel better. This isn’t about doing more—it’s about nourishing your body back to life.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Think you're iron deficient? You might be… but not for the reasons you think. In this replay episode, I sit down with Functional Nutritionist Michael, who breaks down what your iron markers really mean. We talk through the common missteps in diagnosing iron deficiency, the role of copper, vitamin A, and adrenal function, and when hormone imbalances are actually the root cause of your fatigue.   Plus, we unpack when organ supplements help, when they don’t, and how to dig deeper if your labs look normal but you still feel off.   Access Michael’s Blood Work Course: https://www.fundamentawellness.com/a/2147504505/CqooCBCA  Use code LEANNE to save   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

We go beyond the theory of peptides and into real-life results from measurable clinical data to client transformations. Discover how plant-based, bioactive peptides are reshaping women’s wellness by supporting muscle, metabolism, mood, and more. If you’re 35+, tired of juggling 12 supplements a day, and ready for smarter, simpler solutions, this episode is for you.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

We dive deep into morning and evening sunlight and how it impacts your circadian rhythm, mood, immune system, metabolism, and more. You'll learn why your body craves natural light, how vitamin D is made through UVB, and why blue and red light are essential for biological balance.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

What if nicotine could actually help your focus, boost memory, and support brain health—without ever lighting a cigarette? In this episode, we explore the science behind nicotine as a cognitive enhancer, its potential benefits for women navigating brain fog, ADHD, and hormonal changes, and how to use it safely. We unpack the stigma, the delivery methods, and what biohackers are doing differently. Curious about nicotine gum or patches? This is the episode you need.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   FOCUSED: https://www.makewellness.com/567FD28F83/shopping/item?itemId=20    Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Parasites can stall fat loss, steal nutrients, and fuel inflammation even when you eat clean. In this episode I’m covering symptoms to watch, blood markers like eosinophils and CRP, and a practical three phase cleanse that pairs food, binders, and peptides for lasting relief.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Root Cause Group: https://p.bttr.to/3SqUExb     Lab Decoder (free guide): https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/labs/     Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Your latest lab report may be whispering secrets your doctor missed. We’re exposing three silent blockers that keep women in their forties and fifties inflamed, fatigued, and stuck: hidden inflammation, shaky blood sugar, and an overworked liver. You will learn the exact markers to watch, hear a real client breakthrough, and get food, lifestyle, and steps you can start today.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Lab Decoder Guide (free): https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/labs/    HYDRATED Electrolytes: https://www.makewellness.com/567FD28F83/shopping/item?itemId=21     Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Menopause is not the end of vibrant health. In this episode, I am chatting with Andrea Jones about food choices, smart training, better sleep, lab work, libido, and emotional health so you can thrive as hormones shift. Discover a full-body roadmap to feel strong and steady at midlife.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make 

Tired of a supplement shelf that looks like a pharmacy? This episode reveals why your body may not need more pills, it needs smarter signals. Learn how precision plant peptides in the MAKE lineup (FIT, LEAN, ENERGIZED, FOCUSED, CALM, HYDRATED) speak your body’s own language to cut cravings, calm stress, build muscle, and light up natural energy. Fewer bottles, better results, real simplicity.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make 

Calories tell only half the story. In this episode I uncover the real drivers of stubborn fat, cravings, and stalled muscle: estrogen, cortisol, insulin, and leptin. Learn how these four hormones decide whether you burn fat or store it, and hear the food, stress, training, lab, and peptide strategies that bring them back into balance so body recomposition finally makes sense.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

What if your fatigue, slow healing, and “off” feeling had nothing to do with willpower—and everything to do with cellular communication? In this episode, we’re diving into Redox signaling: how your cells talk, repair, and power your body. You’ll learn how Redox balance supports energy, immune response, hormone sensitivity, and recovery—and why macros and supplements won’t work unless this layer is restored.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/    Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make   20% off Supplements (just setup account to use): https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/lvogel1610380742

Are protein shakes really enough as you age? In this episode, I’m joined by Angelo Keely, CEO of Kion, to break down why Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) are the real secret to preserving muscle, energy, and body composition—especially for women over 35. We explore how EAAs differ from protein powder, when to use them, and how they support fat loss, hormone health, and recovery.   🎧 Plus, we talk about creatine for women, why EAAs are more than just a workout supplement, and how to use them daily for best results.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Visit http://getkion.com/keto for 20% off   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

Tired, foggy, or losing hair—but your labs are "normal"? You’re not alone. In this episode, we kick off a brand-new blood work series, teaching you how to interpret your labs through a functional lens. You'll learn how thyroid markers, ferritin, B12, and iron saturation affect your energy, metabolism, and hair health—and what most doctors overlook. If you've ever felt dismissed or confused by your blood results, this is your blueprint.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Take a deeper look at your blood work: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/product/blood-work-course/    CALM: https://www.makewellness.com/567FD28F83/shopping/item?itemId=17    LEAN (bioactive peptide): https://www.makewellness.com/567FD28F83/shopping/item?itemId=22  FIT (bioactive peptide): https://www.makewellness.com/567FD28F83/shopping/item?itemId=19

Feel like your body’s no longer responding the way it used to—despite doing everything “right”? In this episode, we’re diving into the world of bioactive peptides: what they are, how they work, and why they’re becoming a game changer for women over 35 dealing with fatigue, muscle loss, inflammation, and hormone shifts. We break down the science behind Make Wellness peptides and how they help your body heal, rebuild, and thrive from the inside out.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make 

Can you have a healthy gut on a low-carb or even carnivore diet? This episode with Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Herbalist Ashley Sauvé is packed with insights on how to support digestion—even if plants don’t love you back. We explore celiac recovery (hint: it’s more than just going gluten-free), the rise of parasites, how H. pylori gets missed, and why your gut bugs need carbs (but not too many). Whether you're dealing with bloating, fatigue, or food fears, this conversation is the gut reset you didn’t know you needed.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/    Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/  Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make

If you’ve been doing everything “right” on keto but still feel stuck, today’s episode is for you. I’m joined by Chris Irvin to dive into metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and what real healing looks like on a low-carb diet. We’ll talk about signs of carb intolerance, the role of movement, how veggie oils throw your whole system off, and how to safely reintroduce carbs once your metabolism is healed. No fluff—just the real science behind your fat-burning potential.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/

BioCell Collagen was the best. And now? It’s gone—at least for a few months. In this episode, I unpack the collagen industry: what’s legit, what’s a gimmick, and why most collagen powders don’t live up to the hype. We’ll talk about the science behind collagen production, why BioCell worked so well, and how I’m helping clients maintain hair, skin, and joint health with bioactive peptides while we wait. This episode is packed with deep research, client insight, and a powerful new approach to regeneration.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Collagen Guide (free): https://mygrowinghair.com/    Bioactive Peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make     Inside Out Reset: https://mygrowinghair.com/    Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/

In this episode, I’m breaking down why eating more might actually be the secret to getting the lean, toned look you’ve been chasing. We’ll talk about what maintenance calories really are, how to calculate yours, how workouts play a role in body recomposition, and why chronic dieting could be sabotaging your progress. I’m also sharing how my 1:1 macro coaching clients are finally seeing results — without starving. If you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, or afraid to increase your food, this episode is for you.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Macro Coaching & Body Recomp with Leanne: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/product/coaching/  Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/

In this episode, I’m sharing what I feed my dog Coconut every day — including the exact supplements I use to support her gut, liver, immune system, and mood. From Open Farm dog food to pumpkin seeds, CBD, and liver support drops, I’ll walk you through what’s in her bowl, why I use each product, and how it’s helped her thrive. Whether you're already using supplements or just getting curious about holistic pet care, this is a great starting point to understand how powerful real nutrition can be — for both humans and dogs.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Pet Collagen (referral code LEANNE25 for $25 off): https://modere.io/b9VTbM   Coaching and other supports available at: https://shop.healthfulpursuit.com/  Podcast Sponsors, links and offers available at: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/podcast/