Replay: The Truth About NAD & Peptides: What You Should Know Before Trying Them

Replay: The Truth About NAD & Peptides: What You Should Know Before Trying Them

In this episode of The Wellthy Healthy Life, Nicole sits down with Claire Martinsen, CEO and co-founder of BioBloom, to explore one of the fastest-growing conversations in wellness right now: peptides and NAD. From social media trends to longevity clinics, peptides are suddenly everywhere — promising benefits related to energy, recovery, inflammation, brain health, and even aging. But what are they, how do they actually work, and what should people understand before trying them? Nicole and Claire break down the science and the conversation around peptides, including the difference between NAD and NADH, how these molecules support cellular energy and mitochondrial function, and why NAD levels naturally decline as we age. They also discuss: • what peptides actually are and why they’re trending • the role NAD plays in energy, inflammation, and longevity • how peptides are being used for recovery, brain health, and cellular repair • the difference between injectable, patch, and oral forms • why sourcing and safety matter when purchasing peptides • what people should understand before jumping into this growing wellness trend Whether you’ve been hearing about NAD and peptides online or are simply curious about the future of longevity and biohacking, this conversation offers a thoughtful introduction to the topic. Check out BioBloom HERE [https://biobloomofficial.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnDoCdTbjOCFBs-HCoVUt7ix5s6c6NrXdmXzHc5wpCyRpxlMf6RXG1UDSPVQE_aem_glheJJmhWdWvmYt6s1iw4w] Follow Claire on Insta HERE [https://www.instagram.com/wheretoclaire/]

The In-Between Nobody Talks About: Corporate Burnout, Sunk Cost & Why I Can't Just Pivot

In this solo episode, Nicole gets honest about something she's been sitting with for months: after two and a half years of building The Wellthy Healthy Life alongside a demanding corporate career, she's not sure whether to keep going, scale back, or walk away. This isn't a "how I found my passion" episode, it's a real-time, unresolved conversation about burnout, sunk cost, and the version of "having it all" nobody's honest about. A Note From Nicole "I don't wanna walk away from this space, but I am just trying to figure out what the future looks like." This episode doesn't resolve that, it's an honest snapshot of where she's at right now. Let's Connect: * Instagram: @wellthyhealthylife [https://www.instagram.com/wellthyhealthylife/] * Have a similar experience? Send a DM. Nicole wants to hear it.

You're Not Broken, You're Unprocessed — Nerissa Balland on Creativity and Healing

Some conversations stop you in your tracks — this is one of them. My guest Nerissa Balland was five months pregnant via IVF when she was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma. What she did next and who she became because of it is the kind of story that reminds you what's actually important. In this episode, we're talking about what happens when life forces you to reevaluate everything. Nerissa Balland is a two-time cancer survivor, artist, author of Canvas of Courage, and arts and health practitioner who helps people process adversity through creativity. After nearly two decades in marketing and advertising for brands like Amex and Pepsi, a cancer diagnosis while pregnant changed everything and eventually led her to a completely different life. We talk about: * Being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma five months into an IVF pregnancy and being told to terminate * Why adversity doesn't have to be cancer to force a reckoning with yourself * How creativity (not just therapy) can help us process what words can't reach * The difference between choosing a safe path out of wisdom vs. choosing it out of fear * What 100 interviews with young mothers facing cancer taught Nerissa about resilience * Her arts and health workshops and why "broken crayons still color" * Reinventing yourself at 40 when your identity was tied to your career Whether cancer has touched your life or not, this conversation is for any woman in midlife who's wondering who am I now — and what's actually worth holding onto. * Book: Canvas of Courage [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2N3DWSF/?bestFormat=true&k=canvas%20of%20courage&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-ww_k0_1_17_de&crid=3HRH6U1S796G3&sprefix=canvas%20of%20courage] by Nerissa Balland * Website and Free Guide HERE [https://www.nerissaballand.com/free-guide] * Follow her on Insta HERE [https://www.instagram.com/nerissaballandart/]

"Why Petite Women Can't Find Jeans That Fit (And What Actually Works)"

Real talk — when's the last time you put on a pair of jeans and actually loved them? If you're petite, probably not recently. In this episode I'm getting honest about why the fashion industry fails short women, what I've learned after years of denim frustration as a 5'1" woman, and the tips that have actually helped me. From rise height to inseam length to the cropped jean trick nobody talks about — this is the episode I wish existed when I started figuring this out. Plus, a little preview of what I'm up to in New York this week. Follow me on Insta HERE [https://www.instagram.com/wellthyhealthylife/] Check Out my Substack HERE [https://nicole196.substack.com/p/ive-been-shopping-for-a-life-i-dont?r=2vcchf]

How to Dress with Confidence in Midlife: Style, Self-Expression & Your Wardrobe | Marisol Colette

Your wardrobe has more power over your confidence, career, and relationships than you think — especially in midlife. This week Nicole sits down with Marisol Colette, fashion therapist and personal stylist, to break down why getting dressed matters, how to find your personal style, and what it takes to build a wardrobe that actually works for you. Marisol is a trained therapist and artist who combines psychology with personal styling to help women show up more confidently in every area of their lives. Her clients have landed dream jobs, deepened their relationships, and stepped boldly into new chapters — all sparked by making more intentional style choices. In this episode: * What fashion therapy is and why it actually works * How COVID quietly killed our relationship with getting dressed — and how to get it back * The 80/20 wardrobe rule that makes getting dressed easier every single day * 5 investment pieces every woman should own (yes, a good pair of jeans is on the list) * Color analysis explained — and why the wrong colors are working against you without you knowing it * Why "flattering" is the wrong word and what to think about instead * How to dress for the woman you're becoming, not just the life you're already living Connect with Marisol at HERE [https://solreflection.com/] to book your free personal style consultation. Follow her on Insta HERE [https://www.instagram.com/solreflection/?hl=en]