#17 Healing Hormones, Metabolism & the Soul Suit with Rebecca Maas

In this deeply informative and empowering episode of What She's Having, we sit down with Rebecca Maas, clinical nutritionist, naturopathic herbalist, and functional medicine practitioner, to unpack what our bodies are really asking for — and why so many women feel dismissed, exhausted, inflamed, or stuck despite "doing all the right things." Rebecca breaks down the fundamental differences between Western medicine and functional medicine, explaining why symptoms are not the enemy — they're messages. From hormones and liver health to insulin resistance, ADHD in kids, gut health, hair loss, and GLP-1 medications, this conversation is a masterclass in whole-body wellness without shame, fear, or extremes. We discuss: Why women's health has been misunderstood for decades How food directly impacts mood, behavior, hormones, and metabolism The most overlooked organ in hormone balance (hint: it's not sexy, but it's powerful) What parents need to know about kids' breakfasts, blood sugar, and ADHD The truth about fats, protein, and why calories aren't the full story How GLP-1 medications actually work — and why protocol matters Why rapid weight loss can backfire without liver and gut support What "low and slow" really means for metabolic health How to build a relationship with your body instead of fighting it This episode is packed with practical takeaways, science-backed insights, and perspective-shifting wisdom that will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and far more compassionate toward your body — your soul suit. Timestamps 00:00 – 01:40 Introduction to Rebecca Maas & her holistic, functional medicine background 01:40 – 05:30 Functional medicine vs. Western medicine: treating symptoms vs. root causes 05:30 – 09:30 Women's health, hormones & why the science has failed women for decades 09:30 – 12:30 The liver's role in hormones, weight loss resistance & inflammation 12:30 – 15:40 Insulin resistance, fatty liver disease & why it matters more than we think 15:40 – 20:00 Kids, breakfast, blood sugar & the ADHD conversation parents need to hear 20:00 – 24:30 Bread, gluten, sourdough & why European diets hit differently 24:30 – 29:30 Genetics, methylation & targeted nutrition (yes, that gene) 29:30 – 33:30 Good fats, brain health & why processed oils damage our cells 33:30 – 38:30 Food addiction, ultra-processed foods & raising intuitive eaters 38:30 – 41:30 Your body isn't broken — symptoms as communication 41:30 – 44:30 Hair loss, thyroid health & micronutrient deficiencies 44:30 – 50:30 What Rebecca actually eats in a day (real life, real food) 50:30 – 54:30 Dairy, A2 milk & why full-fat matters 54:30 – 56:30 Fiber, gut bacteria & resistant starch 56:30 – 01:02:30 GLP-1 medications explained: benefits, risks & misconceptions 01:02:30 – 01:07:30 Why protocol matters: dosing, detox & protecting muscle and organs 01:07:30 – 01:10:30 Microdosing GLP-1s & who it may actually help 01:10:30 – 01:12:30 Final reflections, soul suits & what's next for Rebecca Maas   Rebecca Maas Contact Information: Clinical Nutritionist | Naturopathic Herbalist Functional & Integrative Medicine Practitioner Website: https://maasmethod.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maasmethod/ Email: [email protected] Fullscript link for clinical grade supplements, including the ones we mentioned in the podcast like Phosphatidyl Choline by Body Bio Book on THE GLP-1 PROTOCOL: A Whole Body Holistic Approach to Using Weight Loss Drugs (Coming Spring 2026)