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Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Kelly Leveque 395 Episodes Aug 19, 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

398: Why “Healthy” Habits Aren’t Working for You | Kashif Khan
398: Why “Healthy” Habits Aren’t Working for You | Kashif Khan Aug 19, 2026 4683 In today’s episode, I sit down with Kashif Khan, founder of The DNA Company and author of The DNA Way, to explore how understanding your genetics can completely change the way you approach your health. Kashif breaks down DNA in a way that actually feels actionable, showing us why the same diet, workout, supplement, or wellness protocol can create completely different outcomes from one person to th
397: Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control After 40 | Brigid Titgemeier
397: Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control After 40 | Brigid Titgemeier Aug 12, 2026 5320 In this episode,we’re covering the science of blood sugar and the Fab Four, why protein matters more than ever as we age, and how I’m using creatine and magnesium to support muscle, energy, sleep, and my health in my 40s. Plus, we talk about motherhood, raising three boys, the amount of sugar kids are consuming today, and why I’m so passionate about changing the way we use sugar as a reward for o
396: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Sleep, Behavior + Brain Development
396: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Sleep, Behavior + Brain Development Aug 5, 2026 4281 I've had so many incredible conversations about parenting over the years that I wanted to bring some of my favorites together in one episode. We cover everything from picky eating and meal prep to airway health, sleep, environmental toxins, and raising resilient kids.  → Leave Us A Voice Message!  Topics Discussed: → Why is my child a picky eater? → Can snoring affect my child's brai
395: Why You Keep Overreacting + How to Regulate Your Nervous System | Jonny Miller
395: Why You Keep Overreacting + How to Regulate Your Nervous System | Jonny Miller Jul 29, 2026 5348 In this episode, I sit down with nervous system expert Jonny Miller to explore how emotional regulation shapes our relationships, health, parenting, and overall well being. Jonny shares the deeply personal story that led him into this work after the loss of his fiancée, and explains why avoiding emotions often creates more suffering than allowing yourself to feel them.  Together, we discuss
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

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