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Cheat Code Nutrition
Unlock your body’s unique cheat code for lasting health, longevity, and vibrant living. Join Elly Young—Integrative and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Microbiome Clinical Science Practitioner, and specialist in women’s metabolic health—as she explores the powerful connections between gut health, hormones, genetics, and metabolism. With a particular focus on perimenopause, menopause, and smarter GLP-1 use, Elly helps women understand what’s happening beneath their symptoms so they can stop…
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Cheat Code NutritionThe Sober Glow Up: Why Quitting Alcohol is the Ultimate Power Move
The Sober Glow Up: Why Quitting Alcohol Is the Ultimate Power Move As we wrap up Sober October, I’m bringing back an episode from the archives that gets to the…
Cheat Code NutritionSober October: The Mental Battle of Not Drinking
Sober October: The Mental Battle of Not Drinking From the Archives You decide you’re not drinking tonight. Then 5 p.m. rolls around, and suddenly your brain…
Cheat Code Nutrition5 Surprising Hacks to Make Sober October Easier
Sober October 2026 is here — but that doesn’t mean you have to white-knuckle your way through it. In this re-released episode, I’m sharing 5 science-backed and…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Perimenopause Cheat Code: Labs, Hormones, Gut Health and Strength
The Perimenopause Playbook: How to Take Charge of Your Health Before we get into, if your curiosity was peaked about Sober October, don't wait, jump in now to…
Cheat Code NutritionConsistency Is a Superpower — Here’s How to Build It
The Consistency Code: How to Keep Showing Up When Motivation Disappears What if consistency has less to do with discipline — and more to do with understanding…
Cheat Code NutritionPerimenopause, GLP-1s, and Your Gut: The Problem No One is Talking About
Perimenopause, GLP-1s, and Your Gut: Perimenopause doesn’t just affect your hormones, sleep, mood, and waistline. Declining estrogen can also change the…
Cheat Code NutritionWhere Do I Even Start? Building a Midlife Health Reset That Won’t Overwhelm You
The Post-Summer Metabolic Reset: Three Simple Places to Start If summer left your routines, digestion, nutrition, or energy feeling a little chaotic, you do…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Secrets to Optimize Your GLP-1
The Secrets to Optimizing Your GLP-1 How to turn a weight-loss medication into a tool for metabolic health and longevity GLP-1 medications can be incredibly…
Cheat Code NutritionMy Evolution From Drinker to Nutrition Practitioner
From Quitting Alcohol to Optimizing Health: The Journey I Never Expected I haven't recorded a podcast in months. Life got busy. My son's soccer schedule took…
Cheat Code NutritionCultivating a Mindset for Lasting Change in the New Year
In this episode, we’re kicking off the New Year with something deeper than another “new year, new you” checklist. We’re talking about the mental groundwork…
Cheat Code NutritionMy 5 Go-To Strategies to Boost Immunity in 24 Hours
This time of year stacks the odds against your immune system: late nights, more sugar, more stress, more alcohol, less sleep... and a gut that starts to tip…
Cheat Code NutritionPlanting Seeds of Change for Your January Reboot
In this episode, we’re flipping the script on the classic “I’ll start in January” mindset. December is full of distractions—late nights, stress, sugar, social…
Cheat Code Nutrition5 Motivating Reasons to Drink Less (or Not at All) This Holiday Season
Feeling tempted to numb the stress, the family drama, or the awkward holiday dynamics with a drink (or five)? You’re not alone — but you do have a choice. In…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Surprising Key To Self Soothing Without Alcohol or Food
In this episode of Cheat Code Nutrition, I dive deep into the connection between emotional self-soothing, alcohol, and food—and how I finally broke free from…
Cheat Code Nutrition5 Shortcuts to Prioritize Your Health in the Busy Season
If life has been “life-ing” you lately, this one's for you. I share five practical ways to simplify your health when everything else feels out of control…
Cheat Code NutritionMy Husband Went 30 days Alcohol Free and Here's What I Noticed
In this deeply personal episode, I share what it was like to watch my husband take a break from alcohol for Sober October—and the transformation that followed…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Art of Being Flexible: How to Stop Letting Life’s Chaos Make You Sick
In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story from a stress-filled September that left me in a Hashimoto’s flare, with migraines, low energy, and a heavy…
Cheat Code NutritionHeal the Heat: Conquering Inflammation with Dr. Shivani Gupta
If you're tired of feeling inflamed, foggy, or just off—this episode is for you. Dr. Shivani Gupta joins us to break down how ancient Ayurvedic practices can…
Cheat Code NutritionSober October: The Mental Battle of Not Drinking
You made it—or maybe you didn’t—through your first sober weekend of October, and either way, you’re here. That’s what matters. In this week’s episode, we’re…
Cheat Code Nutrition5 Surprising Hacks to Crush Sober October
Sober October is here — but that doesn’t mean you have to white-knuckle your way through it. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 science-backed and real-life-tested…
Cheat Code NutritionReward, Rewire, Recommit: The Truth About Alcohol, Your Genes & Lasting Motivation
Why do we reward our hard-earned health wins—clean eating, consistent workouts, “being good”—with a glass of wine? In this episode, we’re breaking down the…
Cheat Code NutritionHow I Feed My Kids (Without Losing It): An 80/20 Strategy from a Functional Nutrition Practitioner
Ever wonder what a Functional Nutrition Practitioner really feeds her kids? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I apply the 80/20 strategy in…
Cheat Code NutritionLongevity is the New Sexy: How to Stay Sharp, Strong, and Balanced in Your 40s and Beyond
Maybe it’s just me being 44, but the culture is shifting. We still care about being lean and glowing, but more and more, women are realizing that true health…
Cheat Code NutritionMy Go-To Fall Reset: 3 Easy Steps You Can Start Today
Labor Day is behind us, school’s back in session, and if summer left you feeling a little bloated, inflamed, or off your game, this episode is your invitation…
Cheat Code NutritionI Reversed My Biological Age by 14 Years — Here’s Exactly How
What if you could actually turn back the clock on aging? In this episode, I share how I reversed my biological age by 14.4 years in just 3 years — going from…
Cheat Code Nutrition3 Power Moves to Take Charge of Your Health in the Age of AI
What if the future of medicine isn’t about waiting for a diagnosis, but actively preventing one? In this episode, I’m sharing how AI and the latest health tech…
Cheat Code NutritionBefore You Jump Into HRT: The Real Root Causes of Perimenopause Chaos
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by perimenopause symptoms and wondering if it’s time to jump on the hormone therapy train — pause this scroll and hit play. In…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Difference Between Knowing and Doing and How to Bridge the Gap
You’ve bought the course. Tried the detox. Downloaded the guide. So why does it still feel like nothing’s changing? In this episode, we’re unpacking the real…
Cheat Code Nutrition3 Ways You Can Outsmart Perimenopause With a Genetic Test
Feeling like you’ve tried everything to feel better in perimenopause — but your body isn’t getting the memo? You’re not alone. Mood swings, stubborn weight…
Cheat Code NutritionThe 3 Most Impactful Things You Can Learn from a Genetic Test (That Will Give You Immediate Benefits)
In this episode, I’m walking you through the three most powerful insights you can learn from your genetic test — and why they matter more than the latest fad…
Cheat Code Nutrition5 Ways I Supercharge (Not Sabotage) My Health on Vacation
Let’s be real—vacation used to mean spiraling into junk food, day drinking, bad sleep, and snapping at my husband over who’s wrangling the kids. Sound…
Cheat Code NutritionWhy Genetic Testing Is the Smartest First Step to Fix Hormones, Energy, and Weight
In this episode of Cheat Code Nutrition (formerly Find Myself Free), Elly Young, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Nutrigenomics nerd, dives deep into why…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Missing Link in Habit Change
If you’ve ever tried to break a habit — especially around alcohol — and found yourself caving despite all your best intentions, this episode is for you. In…
Cheat Code NutritionHow to Stop Drinking for Stress
Stress is real—and for many of us, that first glass of wine feels like a lifeline. But what if the very thing we reach for is actually making our stress worse?…
Cheat Code Nutrition4 Summer Stress Traps I’m Avoiding This Year (And What I’m Doing Instead)
Summer is supposed to feel like a slowdown — but for most moms, it can feel like there’s less time for yourself, not more. Between kids home from school…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Wellness Hustle Trap: Why “Doing the Most” Leads to Burnout, Not Balance
You’ve been told that the secret to glowing health is “doing the most.” Cold plunges. Red light masks. IV drips. Protein tracking. Yoga and journaling — all…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Sober Glow Up: Why Quitting Alcohol is the Ultimate Power Move
In today’s episode, I’m sharing why quitting alcohol has been the most transformative decision I’ve made—and why it could be the domino that changes everything…
Cheat Code NutritionHow to Change Your Drinking Habits by Rewiring Your Emotional Brain
In today’s episode, I get real about the science behind lasting behavior change — and why the way you feel about alcohol matters more than how long you’ve been…
Cheat Code NutritionFinding Your Strengths In Sobriety
What if the key to changing your relationship with alcohol isn't about fixing what's wrong — but leaning into what's already strong within you? In this…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Tipping Point of Tragedy: Can Death Shift Cultural Narratives?
Two tragic alcohol-related deaths of high school seniors in just five months shattered the illusion of safety in my community — and forced me to speak out. In…
Cheat Code NutritionHow Cycle Syncing Can Help You Stop Drinking
If you've been trying to take a break from drinking—reading the books, doing the 30-day challenges, signing up for courses—and nothing's really stuck... this…
Cheat Code NutritionLeveraging Human Design as a Tool In Sobriety
In this empowering and insightful episode, I sit down with Dupe Witherick, Founder of Thrive Alcohol Free, Mindset & Success Coach, and Human Design…
Cheat Code NutritionSipping On Calm: Rewriting the Cocktail Ritual with Michelle Houston
In this episode, I'm joined by Michelle Houston, founder of To Be Honest Beverage Co., a premium non-alcoholic spirit brand that’s rewriting the rules of…
Cheat Code NutritionThe Mindset of Change: 5 Truths You Need to Know
Ever feel like you're waiting for the perfect time to change? Spoiler alert: That time doesn’t exist. Readiness isn’t a feeling—it’s a decision. In today’s…
Cheat Code NutritionSpoil Yourself Sober with Heather Lowe
Is it possible to cut back on alcohol before it ever becomes a serious problem? Can you create a life where sobriety feels like freedom instead of restriction?…
Cheat Code NutritionHow to Cultivate Happiness in Sobriety: The 3 Keys with Austin Karr
What if the secret to lasting sobriety isn’t just quitting drinking—but building a life that actually makes you happy? In this episode, I sit down with Austin…
Cheat Code NutritionEverything you wanted to know about Ayurveda: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Wellness
In this episode, I sit down with Megan Eaton, a yoga teacher, massage therapist, and Ayurvedic practitioner, to explore how Ayurveda can help you feel more…
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Gut Health: The Root Cause You've Been Missing
Your gut is the control center for way more than just digestion—it directly impacts your hormones, mood, and even immunity. In today’s episode, we’re diving…
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My Evolution of Self Love After Alcohol
For so long, I thought love meant giving everything I had to everyone else—being totally self-sacrificing, putting myself last, and numbing out with alcohol…
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On The Edge of Transformation
Four years ago, I was trying to get alcohol out of my life—but I kept slipping. I made it through Dry January… but drank nine times. February rolled in, and I…
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Bridging the Gap to Your Future Self After Dry January
Dry January is over… now what? Whether you made it all the way, struggled, or realized you need more support, this month was a powerful wake-up call to your…
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Clear Your Emotional Backlog: Breathing to Heal with Dr. Ron Stotts
If you’ve ever felt weighed down by old emotional wounds, stress, or subconscious patterns that keep you stuck, this episode is for you. My guest, Dr. Ron…
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Last Lap of Dry January: Staying Resilient When Life Gets Messy
We’re diving into the final stretch of Dry January—a time when motivation tends to dwindle, life gets messy, and sticking to our goals feels harder than ever…
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From Temptation to Transformation: The Neuroscience of Sobriety
Today’s episode is something special: I’m sharing the recording from my Nourish and Flourish support call as a gift of encouragement for anyone navigating Dry…
Cheat Code NutritionRedefining Fun Without Alcohol: The Power of Zero-Proof Experiences
What if you could enjoy unforgettable weekends, vibrant social connections, and personal growth—without alcohol? Meet Susie, the inspiring founder of Zeroproof…
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Your Dry January Roadmap 2025
Ready to make this Dry January the start of something truly transformative? In this episode, we dive into the first crucial step to changing your relationship…
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Why Self-Worth is the Key to Your Breakthrough with Justin Nault
Are you ready to break free from diet culture, fitness myths, and the endless cycle of frustration with your health? In this episode, we’re joined by Justin…
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Cheers to Change: How Joe Chura turned his transformation into one of the fastest growing NA Breweries in the country
Today, I had the privilege of interviewing Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing — one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic breweries in the country. We dive into…
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Detoxing Between the Holidays: The 5 Essentials that Nourish Not Deprive
In this episode, we’re diving into the perfect December Detox—a reset that focuses on nourishment, not deprivation. The holidays can leave us feeling sluggish…
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From Alcohol to Sugar: Why We Self Medicate With Substances and How to Stop
Today's guest is Mike Collins, author of The Last Resort Sugar Detox. He emphasizes the need to break the conditioned rewards system associated with sugar that…