086. Breaking Free from the Cortisol Trap: Weight, Energy & Mental Health with Lauren Gary

In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Gary, a nurse practitioner turned holistic health coach, to dive deep into the struggles so many women face—weight loss, exhaustion, and anxiety. We discuss why traditional medicine often leaves women feeling unseen, the real reason your labs come back “normal” even when you feel anything but, and the cortisol trap that keeps so many of us stuck. Lauren shares why eating more (not less) and working out smarter (not harder) is the key to reclaiming your energy and metabolism. We also explore nervous system regulation, food freedom, and the truth about GLP-1 weight loss injections—plus, simple shifts you can make today to feel your best. ✨ In this episode, we cover:✔ Why traditional healthcare often fails women struggling with weight and energy✔ The “cortisol ball” and how stress impacts weight loss✔ The biggest mistakes women make when trying to lose weight✔ The importance of food freedom and breaking up with diet culture✔ Practical tools for nervous system regulation and reducing stress✔ A holistic perspective on GLP-1 weight loss injections Stay connected with MagaliInstagramSign up to the newsletter Podcast IGPodcast Youtube Stay connected with LaurenInstagramWebsiteFree Webinar