What does it actually look like to live a holistic wellness lifestyle? This week, we pull back the curtain — worms, cliffs, and toddler head-butts included.

We are back with a full catch-up episode covering real life in the functional wellness world. Jensen is mid-parasite cleanse with results she didn't see coming. Lacey survived heli-skiing in Revelstoke and finally got her dream backyard sauna. And Kira is navigating the chaos of gentle parenting with a toddler who gives as good as she gets.

Plus: why GLP-1 supplements while breastfeeding are a hard no, the moon's role in parasite activity, and building a personal brand in the health space.

Key Takeaways

1. Don't jump into a parasite cleanse unprepared. If your drainage pathways aren't open, your minerals are depleted, or you haven't addressed your gut environment, parasites will come back — and you'll have wasted your money.
2. Gentle parenting isn't passive parenting. Holding natural consequences with a highly emotionally intelligent child takes serious nervous system regulation.
3. Repeat yourself on social media. No one remembers what they saw yesterday. You become known for a topic by saying the same thing 50 times — not by constantly creating new content.

Chapters

01:43 - Lacey and her building a personal brand presentation

08:04 - Jensen's parasite cleanse: coffee enemas, real results, and what nobody warns you about

22:23 - Why parasite cleanses aren't a "level one" protocol (minerals, drainage & environment first)

25:00 - Gentle parenting with a headstrong toddler: Kira's honest struggles with Ellie

33:22 - Lacey's heli-skiing trip to Revelstoke: avalanche risk, powder boards & expanding capacity

44:07 - Lacey's dream sauna is finally here: nighttime routine, cold plunge & grounding

45:00 - Does moonlight affect your circadian rhythm? Full moon, melatonin & parasite activity

48:36 - PSA: GLP-1 supplements while breastfeeding + why postpartum weight loss pressure misses the point

52:16 - Wrap-up & what's coming next

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Kira Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/wellbykira/

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Struggling with eczema, skin flare-ups, or chronic inflammation that just won't go away—no matter what you try?

In this episode of The Wellness Effect, we dive deep into all things eczema. We're also exploring why topical treatments alone often aren't enough and what your body might actually be trying to tell you.

We unpack the connection between gut health, inflammation, immune response, and skin conditions, and share real-life experiences navigating eczema, lifestyle changes, and holistic healing approaches. From triggers like food sensitivities and stress to deeper conversations around functional medicine, nervous system regulation, and long-term healing, this episode offers a grounded, honest look at what it really takes to heal from within.

If you've been stuck in cycles of flare-ups, confusion, or frustration with your skin, this conversation will help you better understand eczema root causes, natural healing strategies, and sustainable wellness practices.

Key Takeaways

• Eczema is often a symptom, not the root problem. True healing requires addressing internal imbalances like gut health and inflammation.
• Triggers are highly individual, making self-awareness and tracking essential for long-term skin health.
• Sustainable healing comes from a holistic approach—combining nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes rather than relying on quick fixes.

Chapters

00:00 — Eczema & Skin Health: Why Nothing Seems to Work
02:10 — Personal Experiences with Eczema & Chronic Skin Issues
05:45 — Understanding Eczema as an Internal Inflammation Issue
10:20 — Gut Health, Food Triggers & Skin Flare-Ups
16:30 — Stress, Nervous System & Skin Reactions
22:15 — Why Topical Treatments Aren't Enough for Eczema
28:40 — Functional Medicine Approach to Skin Healing
35:10 — Identifying Triggers & Lifestyle Patterns
42:00 — Healing from Within: Diet, Habits & Long-Term Change
49:30 — Key Takeaways for Managing Eczema Naturally

Want to Work With Us? Join us in the Root Cause Reset Program: https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/wellness-effect-906145 and use code "Wellness Effect" for a FREE functional lab test when you join the program.

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Kira Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/wellbykira/

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If fat loss feels like a constant battle, it's likely not a discipline issue — it's a physiology issue. In this episode, we break down how inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic stress can block fat loss, even when you're doing "everything right."

Join us as we dive into functional fat loss — a smarter, more sustainable approach to losing fat by addressing the root cause instead of forcing restriction. We unpack why the traditional calories in vs. calories out approach doesn't work the same in stressed or dysregulated bodies, and how factors like inflammation, cortisol, insulin resistance, thyroid function, and nervous system stress directly impact your ability to lose fat.

You'll learn why many women feel stuck despite eating less and exercising more, and why fat loss often becomes easier — not harder — when you focus on regulating your body first. We also walk you through a 3-step functional fat loss framework to help you lose fat and keep it off long-term.

If you've been stuck in cycles of dieting, burnout, or "white-knuckling" your way through fat loss, this episode will help you understand what's actually going on in your body — and what to do instead.

Key Takeaways

• Fat loss resistance is often a physiology problem, not a willpower problem
• Lowering inflammation and stress can lead to fat loss before dieting
• Sustainable fat loss happens when you regulate, repair, then reduce

Chapters

00:00 — Functional Fat Loss Explained: Why Weight Loss Feels So Hard

06:30 — Calories In vs. Calories Out (Why It Stops Working)

12:00 — Metabolism, Hunger Hormones & Energy Adaptation

18:00 — Inflammation vs. Fat: What You're Really Holding Onto

25:30 — Cortisol, Insulin Resistance & Thyroid Function

34:00 — Why Dieting Increases Stress & Blocks Fat Loss

41:00 — Signs Your Body Is Not Ready for Fat Loss

47:30 — The 3-Step Functional Fat Loss Framework

55:00 — Why Most People Regain Weight After Dieting

01:02:00 — How to Lose Fat & Keep It Off for Good

Want to Work With Us? Join us in the Root Cause Reset Program: https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/wellness-effect-906145 and use code "Wellness Effect" for a FREE functional lab test when you join the program.

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Lacey Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/laceeiskk/

Jensen - https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswjensen/

Kira Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/wellbykira/

Lifestyle U have helped over 1,000+ women transform their mind and body and become the best version of themselves. Want to be next? Click Here to Apply! - https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/apply

If you loved this episode and want to hear more, subscribe and leave a review! Share this episode with a friend who's ready to start their own wellness journey. Follow us on Instagram at @thewellnesseffectpod to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and tips.