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Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Kelly Leveque 395 Episodes Jul 22, 2026

Be Well By Kelly is a podcast dedicated to simplifying the science of nutrition. Host Kelly Leveque aims to help listeners make balanced choices, quiet their inner perfectionist, and build a positive relationship with food. Each episode offers practical tools, tips, and motivation for long-term health and wellness. The show features conversations with experts and friends, providing actionable takeaways without the fluff.

Episodes

394: Can Seed Cycling Really Balance Your Hormones? | Yasmin Nouri & Kaya Purohit
394: Can Seed Cycling Really Balance Your Hormones? | Yasmin Nouri & Kaya Purohit Jul 22, 2026 3731 In this episode, I’m joined by Beeya founders Yasmin Nouri and Kaya Purohit, to explore the science of seed cycling, hormone health, and why supporting your menstrual cycle doesn’t have to be complicated. We discuss the personal experiences that inspired their company, the research behind seed cycling for PMS relief, and how simple nutrition and lifestyle habits can support hormonal health. → Lea
393: Alzheimer's Starts Decades Before Symptoms…Here's Why | David Perlmutter
393: Alzheimer's Starts Decades Before Symptoms…Here's Why | David Perlmutter Jul 15, 2026 4535 Neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter returns to discuss the groundbreaking science behind his new book, Brain Defenders. Together, we unpack why Alzheimer's disease may be driven less by amyloid plaques and more by chronic inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and changes in the brain's immune cells. Dr. Perlmutter explains the critical role of microglia, how blood sugar and ins
392: How to Feed Kids for Better Energy, Mood & Focus | Karalynne Call
392: How to Feed Kids for Better Energy, Mood & Focus | Karalynne Call Jul 8, 2026 3596 392: In this episode, I’m joined by Karalynne Call, founder of Just Ingredients, to discuss why blood sugar balance is one of the most important foundations of children’s health. We break down how protein, healthy fats, fiber, and carbohydrates affect kids’ energy, mood, focus, hunger, and long-term metabolic health. We also discuss simple ways to build balanced meals and snacks, why sugar and pr
391: How to Eat for Better Hormones, Blood Sugar & Energy | Lauren Chambers
391: How to Eat for Better Hormones, Blood Sugar & Energy | Lauren Chambers Jul 1, 2026 3616 391: Are you eating enough to support your hormones? Registered Dietitian Lauren Chambers joins the podcast to unpack the biggest myths surrounding women's nutrition and explain why protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats all play an essential role in hormone health, metabolism, blood sugar balance, and energy. In this episode, Lauren shares how to nourish your body through every phase of your c
390: The Parenting Advice That Changed How I Raise My Kids
390: The Parenting Advice That Changed How I Raise My Kids Jun 24, 2026 5065 As a mom of three boys, one of the questions I think about most is: how do we raise healthy, resilient kids in a world that feels increasingly complicated? In this special compilation episode, I’m revisiting some of my favorite conversations about parenting, emotional health, food, independence, and resilience. These discussions have shaped the way I approach motherhood and have given me practica
389: Why You Feel Stuck: Trauma Patterns, Self-Worth + Nervous System Healing
389: Why You Feel Stuck: Trauma Patterns, Self-Worth + Nervous System Healing Jun 17, 2026 4694 This special Mental Health Compilation brings together highlights from conversations with Joe Hudson, Maggie Nick, Gabby Reece, and Dr. Nicole LePera. Through these powerful discussions, we explore emotional regulation, resilience, nervous system health, reparenting the inner child, and the patterns that shape our relationships, behaviors, and sense of self. We discuss practical tools for managin
388:The Creatine Compilation: Everything You Need To Know
388:The Creatine Compilation: Everything You Need To Know Jun 10, 2026 5026 This special Creatine Compilation brings together expert insights from Rachel DeVaux, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, and Andrew Koutnik on one of the most researched supplements in health and fitness. Through highlights from these conversations, we explore how creatine supports muscle growth, recovery, brain health, metabolic health, performance, and healthy aging. We also discuss dosing, common misconcep
387: Can Psychedelics Heal Trauma? What The Research Shows | Keith Kurlander, MA, + Will Van Derveer, MD
387: Can Psychedelics Heal Trauma? What The Research Shows | Keith Kurlander, MA, + Will Van Derveer, MD Jun 3, 2026 4854 What if some of the most promising tools for treating depression, PTSD, and trauma have been misunderstood for decades? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Keith Kurlander and Dr. Will Van Derveer, co-founders of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and authors of Psychedelic Therapy, to unpack the science, risks, and potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy. We discuss MDMA, psilocybin, ketami
386: Why You Feel Empty Even When Life Looks Perfect | Bill Burnett + Dave Evans
386: Why You Feel Empty Even When Life Looks Perfect | Bill Burnett + Dave Evans May 27, 2026 5005 What if the reason so many of us feel exhausted, disconnected, and unfulfilled isn’t because we’re failing… but because we’ve been taught to live in the wrong mindset entirely? In this conversation, I sat down with Stanford professors and Designing Your Life authors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans to unpack why modern life keeps us trapped in the “transactional world” and how to reconnect with meaning
385: The Cooking Staples, Meal Hacks + Comfort Food Secrets Everyone Needs | Erin O’Brien
385: The Cooking Staples, Meal Hacks + Comfort Food Secrets Everyone Needs | Erin O’Brien May 20, 2026 3480 I’m sitting down with Erin O’Brien: home cook, recipe developer, content creator, and author of the new cookbook Dig In. We talk about the recipes she makes on repeat, the kitchen staples she swears by, what it really takes to build a brand online, and how she went from working in real estate to growing a community of over a million followers. This episode is full of comforting food inspiration, e
384: Toddler Tantrums, Boundaries + Raising Emotionally Safe Kids | Devon Kuntzman
384: Toddler Tantrums, Boundaries + Raising Emotionally Safe Kids | Devon Kuntzman May 6, 2026 4210 Toddlerhood doesn’t have to feel like survival mode. In this episode, I sit down with Devon Kuntzman to break down what’s really going on in your toddler’s brain and why so many common parenting approaches backfire. We get into tantrums vs. meltdowns, emotional regulation, and how to hold boundaries without constant power struggles. Devon shares practical tools to handle defiance, reduce stress,
383: Endocrine Disruptors, PFAS & Hidden Weight Gain |  Leonardo Trasande | Leonardo Trasande
383: Endocrine Disruptors, PFAS & Hidden Weight Gain | Leonardo Trasande | Leonardo Trasande Apr 29, 2026 4118 Microplastics are now being found in the brain, blood, placenta, and beyond, and scientists are still uncovering what that means for your health. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Leo to break down the latest research on microplastics, PFAS, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, how they impact metabolism, hormones, and long-term disease risk, and what actually works when it comes to reducing ex

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