PRETTY WELL - Anti-Aging, Beauty, Balanced Hormones, Inflammation, Gut Health, IBS, Evidence-based cover art

PRETTY WELL - Anti-Aging, Beauty, Balanced Hormones, Inflammation, Gut Health, IBS, Evidence-based

PRETTY WELL - Anti-Aging, Beauty, Balanced Hormones, Inflammation, Gut Health, IBS, Evidence-based

By: Lisa Smith MS RD LDN |Functional Wellness| Holistic Gut:Mitochondria Expert
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 **TOP 2% GLOBAL PODCAST** Your Go-To Podcast for Youthfulness, Longevity, Mitochondria Health Tired of aging too fast & feeling exhausted? Sick of wasting time & money on approaches that don’t work? If you’re ready to say YES to looking and feeling your very best; if you want to know exactly what foods, supplements, and lifestyle changes work for you, then you’re in the right place. Hey, I’m Lisa. Mom, wife, Christian, veteran, Functional Health Practitioner. Through working with hundreds of clients, I help you find and fix root causes to inflammation, energy, and skin health. Tune in weekly!Lisa Smith, MS, RD, LDN |Functional Wellness| Holistic Gut:Mitochondria Expert Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • When Medicine Can’t Explain Your Symptoms: The Deep Stress-Trauma Link Your Doctor Is Missing with Neuroplastic Expert, David Clarke, MD

    When Medicine Can’t Explain Your Symptoms: The Deep Stress-Trauma Link Your Doctor Is Missing with Neuroplastic Expert, David Clarke, MD
    Aug 20 2025

    #169 - When Medicine Can’t Explain Your Symptoms: The Deep Stress-Trauma Link Your Doctor Is Missing with Neuroplastic Expert, David Clarke, MD

    What if your chronic symptoms aren’t just “in your body”… but are being generated by your brain? In this episode of Pretty Well, I’m sitting down with Dr. David Clarke, MD—author, speaker, and president of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms—to dive into a game-changing topic most doctors aren’t even talking about: how stress, trauma, and repressed emotions can drive real, physical illness.

    We’re breaking down what neuroplastic symptoms are, how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) silently program your health later in life, and why you might feel terrible even when your lab tests are “normal.” (Fun fact: the brain can cause real pain, gut issues, migraines, and autoimmune symptoms—and no, it’s not "just in your head.")

    You’ll learn why understanding the mind-body connection isn’t about blaming yourself—it’s about finally getting real answers that actually lead to healing. If you’re tired of dead-end doctor visits, bandaid treatments, and feeling like a medical mystery, this episode might be the lightbulb moment you’ve been waiting for.

    Because healing isn’t just possible—it might be closer than you think.

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    Website: www.lisasmithwellness.com

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast/

    Disclaimer:

    Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as medical advice, please take informed accountability and speak to your provider before making changes to your health routine.

    The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. This content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date.

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    49 mins
  • Do This FIRST to Slow Aging at the Cellular Level

    Do This FIRST to Slow Aging at the Cellular Level
    Aug 13 2025
    #168 - Do This FIRST to Slow Aging at the Cellular Level If your energy is tanked, your skin looks older, and your brain feels like it’s buffering—don’t blame age, blame your cellular energy. Your mitochondria have shifted into slow gear to protect you. In fact, mitochondrial dysfunction is one of the 12 Hallmarks of Aging. In this episode of Pretty Well, I’m breaking down how these tiny energy factories inside your cells control everything from how you age to how well you think, move, and recover. We talking 9 evidence-based (must-know) hacks to protect your mitochondria and even boost mitochondrial biogenesis (fancy for “make more of the good stuff”) so that you can slow and even reverse signs of aging. From red light therapy and fasting options to specific nutrients and why your mitochondria love colorful veggies more than you do—this is the anti-aging roadmap you actually want to follow. No gimmicks, no powders, no $400 serums. Just real tools to feel younger, stronger, and sharper from the inside out. Because getting older is inevitable—but aging tired, inflamed, and foggy is not. LInks & Resources: Journal Article: Hallmarks of aging: An expanding universe Carlos López-Otín, Maria A. Blasco, Linda Partridge, Manuel Serrano, Guido Kroemer; Volume 186, Issue 2, 19 January 2023; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2022.11.001 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0092867422013770 Amazon Links: *As An Amazon Associate I Earn A Small Commission From Qualifying Purchases At No Extra Cost To You* Mito Red Light Panel: https://amzn.to/4mG3Ax9 Mito Red Light Therapy Glasses - Eye Protection for Red Light (600nm-900nm) - Goggles: https://amzn.to/4oKBiDw HigherDOSE Red Light Therapy Face Mask: https://amzn.to/4ctcIRN Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro Mask for Anti-Aging, Acne Treatment, and Skin Rejuvenation with Dual Red & Blue Light Therapy: https://amzn.to/42kFWO2 Pure Encapsulations Mitochondria-Supporting Supplements: Mitochondria ATP https://amzn.to/426au7i NR Longevity https://amzn.to/4cpjsjD B complex Plus https://amzn.to/4lj1yTD B complex with PQQ and ALA https://amzn.to/4i3Kv54 CoQ 10 (active form Ubiquinol) https://amzn.to/4lisnHA Acetyl-L-Carnitine 250 mg https://amzn.to/3G0eBJA Acetyl-L-Carnitine 500 mg https://amzn.to/4jmFxl1 Magnesium Glycinate https://amzn.to/4iWlvhx Magnesium Citrate https://amzn.to/4ldRPy1 Saccharomyces boulardii (probiotic) https://amzn.to/3DXc4zg Join the conversation: Share your thoughts with us on social media or in the comments! Subscribe, Share & Review: 🎙If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights. Thanks for tuning in to Pretty Well! See you next week! Contact Lisa: Website: www.lisasmithwellness.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast/ Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as medical advice, please take informed accountability and speak to your provider before making changes to your health routine. The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. This content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date. If you tune into any of the following shows, you'll like ours too! The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Wellness Mama, Dr. Ruscio Radio DC, Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Just Ingredients Podcast, Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark, Found My Fitness with Rhonda Patrick, The Model Health Show, Be Well By Kelly Leveque, The Freely Rooted Podcast with Kori Meloy, The Dr. Mark Hyman Show, Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
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    14 mins
  • Is Hidden Trauma Behind Your Invisible Illness? How to Finally Heal with Miriam Jacobson​

    Is Hidden Trauma Behind Your Invisible Illness? How to Finally Heal with Miriam Jacobson​
    Aug 6 2025

    #167 - Is Hidden Trauma Behind Your Invisible Illness? How to Finally Heal with Miriam Jacobson​

    What does unresolved trauma have to do with your nagging health symptoms? In this episode of Pretty Well, I sit down with Miriam Jacobson, a triple board-certified functional medicine dietitian and founder of Every Body Bliss.

    Miriam shares her story of losing her father in 9/11 to surviving breast cancer.

    This eye-opening conversation reveals the hidden link between trauma, gut health, and hormones.

    We’re unpacking: ✨ Why your symptoms might actually be unprocessed emotions in disguise ✨ The gut–trauma connection that keeps women stuck in cycles of fatigue, bloating, and imbalance ✨ Why diets fail (and what actually heals) ✨ How to finally reconnect with your body so you can feel strong, radiant, and at peace

    If you’ve tried “all the things” and still don’t feel like yourself, this conversation could be the missing link.

    LInks & Resources:

    Website: https://www.everybodybliss.com/about-miriam

    Social:

    https://www.instagram.com/everybodybliss/

    https://www.facebook.com/everybodybliss1

    Join the conversation:

    Share your thoughts with us on social media or in the comments!

    Subscribe, Share & Review:

    🎙If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights. Thanks for tuning in to Pretty Well! See you next week!

    Contact Lisa:

    Website: www.lisasmithwellness.com

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast/

    Disclaimer:

    Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as medical advice, please take informed accountability and speak to your provider before making changes to your health routine.

    The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. This content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date.

    If you tune into any of the following shows, you'll like ours too!

    The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Wellness Mama, Dr. Ruscio Radio DC, Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Just Ingredients Podcast, Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark, Found My Fitness with Rhonda Patrick, The Model Health Show, Be Well By Kelly Leveque, The Freely Rooted Podcast with Kori Meloy, The Dr. Mark Hyman Show, Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
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    39 mins
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