EP105: Why Cortisol Matters More Than You Think: The hidden reason your hormones, fat loss, and energy feel off.

EP110: Pelvic Floor & Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know Before Lifting Weights | With Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach

If you've ever experienced leaking when you sneeze, pressure during workouts, or wondered whether strength training could make pelvic floor issues worse, this episode is for you. In this episode of PlantFueled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with Kim Vopni, widely known as The Vagina Coach, to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of women's health: pelvic floor health during perimenopause and menopause. Kim is a certified fitness professional, menopause support practitioner, bestselling author, and pelvic health educator who has spent more than 20 years helping women build stronger, healthier pelvic floors through evidence-based education and movement. Together, they explore: * Why pelvic floor health changes during perimenopause and menopause * The biggest myths about Kegels and pelvic floor exercises * What every woman should know before lifting weights * Common signs of pelvic floor dysfunction that shouldn't be ignored * How strength training can support—not harm—your pelvic floor when done correctly * Practical tips to improve bladder control, core strength, and confidence Whether you're just entering perimenopause, already navigating menopause, or looking to exercise safely and confidently, this conversation is packed with actionable advice that every woman over 35 should hear. If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another woman who deserves to feel strong from the inside out. #PelvicFloorHealth #Menopause #Perimenopause #StrengthTrainingForWomen #Women'sHealth #PlantFueledFemme

EP109: How Somatic Breathwork Can Heal Trauma, Reduce Anxiety & Transform Your Life | Sara Putney

Have you ever felt like you've done the mindset work, but your body still feels stuck in stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm? In this episode of PlantFueled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with Sara Putney, a certified Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork Facilitator, to explore how healing begins in the body—not just the mind. Sara shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma and anxiety to finding freedom through somatic breathwork. Together, they discuss how intentional breathing can help release stored emotions, regulate the nervous system, reduce chronic stress, and reconnect you with your authentic self. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, burnout, motherhood, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers hope and practical tools to begin your healing journey. In This Episode, You'll Learn:Connect with Sara Putney ✨ What somatic breathwork is and how it works🌿 Why trauma and stress are stored in the body💚 How breathwork supports nervous system regulation🧠 The connection between emotional healing and physical wellness👩‍👧 Breaking generational patterns through body-first healing🌸 How to cultivate greater peace, presence, and self-compassion Healing isn't about becoming someone new, it's about coming home to yourself. 🌿 Website: https://remotheringmamas.com/ [https://remotheringmamas.com/] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remotheringmamas/ [https://www.instagram.com/remotheringmamas/] 🎁 Exclusive for PlantFueled Femme listeners: Enjoy 50% OFF Sara's Prosperity Practice using this link: https://remothering-mamas.newzenler.com/courses/prosperity?coupon=podcast50 [https://remothering-mamas.newzenler.com/courses/prosperity?coupon=podcast50] 🎙️ Listen to more empowering conversations on PlantFueled Femme, where we explore plant-based living, hormone health, emotional wellness, fitness, and holistic strategies to help women thrive through every stage of life.

EP 108: The Blood Tests Most Doctors Skip: Hidden Labs Every Woman Needs Before Perimenopause & Menopause with Cindy Dupuie

In This Episode:What if the answers to your fatigue, weight gain, hormone imbalances, brain fog, digestive issues, and menopause symptoms were hiding in blood tests your doctor never ordered? In this eye-opening episode of PlantFuelled Femme, Coach Clarissa sits down with functional medicine practitioner and nutritionist Cindy Dupuie to uncover the most important lab markers women should be tracking especially during perimenopause and menopause. You'll discover why many women are told their blood work is "normal" while still struggling with symptoms, and learn which overlooked biomarkers can help identify potential health issues long before they become serious disease. Cindy shares her expertise in digestion, thyroid health, blood work interpretation, and women's health during the menopause transition, helping you understand how proactive testing can transform your energy, metabolism, hormones, and long-term health. ✅ The most overlooked blood tests women should request✅ Why "normal" lab ranges don't always mean optimal health✅ Hidden thyroid markers that impact energy, weight, and hormones✅ The connection between digestion, inflammation, and menopause symptoms✅ Early warning signs of chronic disease found in blood work✅ Functional medicine insights every woman over 40 should know✅ How to advocate for better testing and better answers If you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, unexplained symptoms, or simply want to take a proactive approach to your health, this episode could completely change how you view your lab results. 🎧 Subscribe to PlantFuelled Femme for evidence-based conversations on women's health, hormone balance, menopause, nutrition, and thriving through midlife. #Perimenopause #Menopause #FunctionalMedicine #Women'sHealth #HormoneBalance #BloodWork #ThyroidHealth #GutHealth #HealthyAging #MenopauseSupport #PlantFuelledFemme

EP107: Why Testosterone Matters for Women: The Hormone Nobody Talks About

Many women think testosterone is only a male hormone—but that's far from the truth. In this episode of PlantFuelled Femme, Coach Clarissa breaks down everything you need to know about testosterone and why it's an essential hormone for women's health. You'll learn what testosterone does in the female body, how it supports energy, muscle maintenance, metabolism, mood, confidence, libido, and overall well-being, and what can happen when levels become too low. Coach Clarissa also discusses how age, stress, menopause, nutrition, and lifestyle factors can impact testosterone production and why understanding this hormone is crucial for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and weight loss resistance. If you've been struggling with low energy, difficulty building muscle, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, or feeling like yourself lately, this episode will help you understand one often-overlooked piece of the hormone health puzzle. In This Episode: ✔️ What testosterone is and how women produce it✔️ Why testosterone is not just a "male hormone"✔️ The role of testosterone in energy, metabolism, and muscle health✔️ Testosterone and women's hormone balance✔️ Common signs of low testosterone in women✔️ How aging, stress, and menopause affect testosterone levels✔️ Lifestyle habits that support healthy hormone function Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, this episode will help you better understand your body and advocate for your health. 🎙️ Hosted by Coach Clarissa, Plant-Based Health Coach and Founder of EmpowerHER Wellness. #Women'sHealth #TestosteroneForWomen #HormoneBalance #Perimenopause #Menopause #HealthyAging #Women'sWellness #Metabolism #WeightLossOver40 #HormoneHealth #PlantBasedWellness #PlantFuelledFemme

EP106: The Midlife Shift: Holistic Modalities for Women’s Hormones, Health & Vitality

In this insightful episode of PlantFuelled Femme, holistic health educator, author, and founder of ZuZu Unleashed, Karen Armes, joins us for an empowering conversation about the major changes women experience in their bodies during midlife. From hormonal shifts and energy changes to stress, metabolism, and overall wellness, Karen breaks down the different holistic modalities that can help women better understand, support, and care for their bodies naturally during this important stage of life. After overcoming chronic epilepsy and scoliosis through natural healing, Karen now helps women worldwide reclaim resilience, vitality, and balance through integrative and science-backed wellness strategies. Together, we explore how women can navigate midlife with more awareness, confidence, and practical tools for long-term health.If you’re navigating midlife changes or simply want to better understand your body and hormones, this episode is packed with empowering insights and holistic wellness guidance.