Why You're Always Tired, Bloated, and Inflamed — And What to Actually Do About It

The Travel Reframe: How to Vacation Without the "Reset" Cycle

"Your wellness does not live in your kitchen at home; it lives within you. When you learn to carry your 'anchors' with you, you don't need a reset when you get home—because you never truly disconnected from yourself in the first place." - Kylie Buckner, RN 📝 Episode Description Does vacation always feel like a "break" from your healthy habits—only to leave you coming home feeling puffy, foggy, and desperate for a "detox"? In this episode, we’re changing the narrative around travel. After a recent trip to Mexico where I led a powerful retreat, I’m sharing the exact strategies we discussed for staying connected to your wellness while being away from home. We dive into how to maintain your momentum without sacrificing the joy of a getaway. From talking with hotel staff to curate your meals, to using vacation as a "low-pressure" time to work with a trainer, we’re covering the pillars of Lifestyle Medicine that travel with you. Imagine coming home from your next trip feeling recharged, invigorated, and inspired—no "reset" required. That is the Green Glow vibe for summer! ✅ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: * Why the "All-or-Nothing" Mindset Fails Us: How to stop looking at vacation as an escape from your life and start seeing it as an extension of your well-being. * The Power of Vacation Anchors: Choosing 2-3 non-negotiable rituals (like movement snacks or nighttime skincare) that keep your nervous system grounded. * How to Advocate like a Pro: Specific ways to talk to restaurant managers and hotel staff to ensure your meals align with your anti-inflammatory goals. * Movement for Pleasure: Rethinking "exercise" while traveling—from beach walks and water aerobics to using the spaciousness of vacation to finally work with a fitness professional. * The "White Space" Rule: Why overbooking your itinerary is the fastest way to come home depleted, and how to build in restorative lounging on purpose. 🔗 Resources & Links * Inflammation Reset Coaching: Work with Us [https://www.evolution-health.co/discover] (Join me and my husband as we help you build sustainable pillars of Lifestyle Medicine!) * Amla Green: Shop Travel Packets [https://amlagreen.com/] (Use code GREENGLOW for a discount on your anti-inflammatory travel staples!)

Nourish to Heal: Why Food is Information, Not Just Fuel

"Forks Over Knives changed the landscape of health, and we are so honored to provide a new home for that community. The mission doesn't end here; it evolves." — Kylie Buckner, R Is your food sending a message of stress or safety? In Pillar Number Two, Kylie discusses Nourishing with Intention and shares a major announcement regarding the Forks Over Knives community. In this episode, Kylie discusses: * The shift from "Food as Fuel" to "Food as Information." * Her 2011 journey starting with The China Study and Forks Over Knives. * ANNOUNCEMENT: The transition of the Forks Over Knives Facebook Group to the Evolution Health community. * How plant diversity physically signals your inflammatory genes to turn off. * The Power of 30: A simple challenge to boost your microbiome this week. 📚 Resources Mentioned: * 📖 The China Study by T. Colin Campbell * 📖 The Starch Solution by Dr. John McDougall * 📖 Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz * 👥 Join the Evolution Health Facebook Group: EVOLUTION HEALTH FB GROUP [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FOKPlantBasedCommunity]   Ready to stop guessing and start healing? If you’re tired of feeling inflamed and overwhelmed, let’s build a personalized roadmap together. I’m currently offering Free Discovery Calls to help you identify your unique triggers and see if the Inflammation Reset coaching program is the right fit for your journey. 🔗 Book Your Free Call at evolution-health.co [https://evolution-health.co]

Glow and Go: Reduce the Load

"Healing doesn’t happen in a dramatic overhaul. Healing happens in small, consistent, compassionate choices made over time. Before you add, you must remove." — Kylie Buckner, RN In this first installment of our "Inflammation Reset" mini-series, Kylie breaks down the most overlooked pillar of healing: Reducing the Load. Before we add expensive supplements or complicated protocols, we have to look at what is filling our "cellular bucket" to the point of overflowing. Today, Kylie explains why your body might be in a constant state of high alert and how simple, sustainable swaps in your daily environment can give your liver and your hormones the breathing room they need to heal. In this 10-minute "Glow & Go" segment, you’ll learn: * The "Bucket Theory" of inflammation and why your body is struggling to keep up. * The staggering reality of chemical exposure (the "200 chemicals before breakfast" rule). * Why "removing" is often more powerful than "adding" when it comes to hormonal health. * The connection between your liver, your skincare, and your estrogen levels. * Your 1-Week Challenge: One simple swap to start lowering your toxic burden today. 📚 Resources Mentioned * EWG.org (Environmental Working Group) [https://www.ewg.org/]: The gold standard for researching the safety of your tap water, cleaning products, and EWG's "Skin Deep" database. * Think Dirty App [https://www.thinkdirtyapp.com/]: A quick and easy way to scan your beauty and personal care products to see how they rank for toxicity and hormone disruptors. Ready to stop guessing and start healing? If you’re tired of feeling inflamed and overwhelmed, let’s build a personalized roadmap together. I’m currently offering Free Discovery Calls to help you identify your unique triggers and see if the Inflammation Reset coaching program is the right fit for your journey. 🔗Book Your Free Call  [http://www.evolution-health.co/schedule]

Why You're Always Tired, Bloated, and Inflamed — And What to Actually Do About It

"Your body isn't broken — it's communicating. Every symptom, every flare, every exhausting day… that's not your body failing you. That's your body asking for something different." — Kylie Buckner, RN If you've ever been told your labs look "fine" but you feel anything but — this episode is for you. In this deep-dive solo episode, holistic health coach and nurse Kylie Buckner breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in women's health: chronic inflammation. You'll learn exactly what's happening inside your cells, how oxidative stress fuels the fire, and why symptoms like bloating, brain fog, cystic acne, joint pain, fatigue, and hormonal chaos are all connected. Kylie gets personal — sharing her own journey with endometriosis, adrenal fatigue, and burnout — and walks you through the lab tests worth asking for, the real triggers driving inflammation, and the five lifestyle medicine pillars that actually create lasting change. This isn't about fear. It's about finally understanding your body — and knowing you have the power to heal it. 🔗 Book a free discovery call: evolution-health.co/schedule [https://evolution-health.co] In today's episode, Kylie covers: * ✅ What inflammation actually is — and why it's not the enemy * ✅ Acute vs. chronic inflammation explained simply * ✅ Oxidative stress and free radicals — the "rust" happening in your cells * ✅ How the gut-inflammation cycle works * ✅ Symptoms of chronic inflammation you might be dismissing * ✅ Conditions linked to chronic inflammation: endometriosis, PCOS, autoimmune disease, metabolic dysfunction * ✅ Lab tests to ask your provider about * ✅ The top 5 inflammation triggers (including the ones nobody talks about) * ✅ The 5 pillars of lifestyle medicine for healing * ✅ Kylie's personal story: endometriosis, burnout, adrenal fatigue & the healing journey 🔬 Labs Mentioned: * hs-CRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein) * Fasting insulin * Hemoglobin A1C * 4-point salivary cortisol * Comprehensive lipid panel (LDL particle size, triglyceride:HDL ratio) 📚 Resources & Links: * 📖 Plant Powered Plus by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz [https://www.amazon.com/] — gut health, inflammation & the power of plant diversity * 🌿 Environmental Working Group (EWG) [https://www.ewg.org/] — clean product ratings & toxic ingredient database * 📱 Think Dirty App [https://www.thinkdirtyapp.com/] — scan your personal care products for harmful ingredients * 📞 Book your FREE Discovery Call → evolution-health.co/schedule [https://evolution-health.co/] Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.

The Issues in Your Tissues: A Deep Dive into Fascia, Pain & Whole-Body Wellness with Dr. Abby Perone

"Pain comes to the party last. You've had dysfunction for months — sometimes years — before the pain ever shows up. Your body has been helping you out the whole time without complaining. Pain is just its way of finally saying: I'm done." — Dr. Abby Perone What if the aches, tension, and patterns in your body aren't random — and your fascia, posture, and even the way you stand are telling a much bigger story? In this episode, I'm sitting down with my neighbor, dear friend, fellow mama, and total wealth of knowledge, Dr. Abby Perone — Doctor of Chiropractic, biomechanics specialist, and fascia expert at Love Health [https://www.wearelovehealth.com/] in St. Petersburg, FL. Abby has spent 15 years working with everyone from Olympic athletes to everyday mamas, and she has a gift for translating complex body science into something you can actually feel and use. We're talking all things fascia — what it is, why it matters, and why your pain is almost always a lagging indicator of something that's been building for months (or years). We get into the silk vs. saran wrap analogy that will change how you think about your tissue health, what Abby can tell about you just from looking at your feet, how repetitive movements (yes, even holding your baby on one hip) shape your body over time, and the emotional side of tissue — because the issues really are in the tissues. And because Abby is also my go-to lash girl and the creator of our favorite concept, Fasch & Lash — we close it out with a little conversation about why wellness and beauty can absolutely coexist. This one is so good. You're going to want to take notes. Connect with Dr. Abby: * 🌐 wearelovehealth.com [https://www.wearelovehealth.com/] * 📸 Instagram: @MrsLoveHealthDoc [http://instagram.com/mrslovehealthdoc] Show Notes / Resources Mentioned * "The Fuzz Video" by Gil Hedley — A classic, eye-opening look at fascia and what happens when we don't move. Search "Gil Hedley fuzz video" on YouTube. (Abby has been referencing this for 25 years — it's a must-watch!) * "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay — The self-help classic with an appendix connecting physical ailments to emotional root causes and limiting beliefs. A resource Abby references regularly in her practice. * Thomas Myers / Anatomy Trains — Abby references Thomas Myers as one of the foundational voices in fascia research. His work on fascial lines and connective tissue is widely respected in the field. Want support putting all of this into practice in your own life? Through coaching, I help women build realistic, nourishing habits for whole-body wellness. If you're ready for your next step, book a discovery call with me here: Schedule your call [https://www.evolution-health.co/schedule] or visit www.evolution-health.co/schedule [http://www.evolution-health.co/schedule]