The Smile Spa Podcast

Melodie Simone thought her future was already mapped out. Growing up surrounded by music, radio, creativity, and performance in New York City, she was pursuing a career in audio engineering and media — until one moment completely changed the direction of her life.After hearing a quiet but undeniable message — “You cannot serve two masters” — Melodie walked away from the path she thought she was meant for and began a journey of surrender, faith, healing, and purpose.In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Aimee sits down with Melodie Simone — worship leader, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and co-founder of Journey Well Studios — to talk about discernment, anxiety, purpose, obedience, and what it really means to trust God when life takes an unexpected turn.Melodie opens up about growing up in a fast-paced New York environment, leaving music college, moving to Colombia to pursue God, and how the Lord transformed her gifts into something far greater than she originally imagined.Together, they unpack the tension between strategy and surrender, the importance of soul care and self-awareness, and why slowing down may be the very thing your spirit needs most.This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck between fear and faith, overwhelmed by anxiety, or unsure of what God is doing in the middle of their story.🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNHow God can redirect your life through unexpected closed doorsThe difference between wisdom, discernment, and discretionWhy surrender doesn’t mean giving up your ambitionHow anxiety grows when we lose self-awareness and stillnessThe powerful connection between soul care and spiritual growthWhy slowing down is essential in a fast-paced worldHow God prepares you for your purpose long before you see itThe truth about strategy, striving, and trusting God fullyWhy resistance can sometimes confirm your callingHow painful seasons can become preparation for your future⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – “You cannot serve two masters” moment02:00 – Melodie’s radical life redirection05:30 – Growing up in New York City surrounded by music09:00 – Leaving music college and moving to Colombia12:00 – How Melodie became a worship leader15:30 – Wisdom, discernment, and discretion explained19:00 – Anxiety, self-awareness, and slowing down23:00 – Strategy vs surrender: trusting God in business27:00 – Soul care, therapy, and emotional health31:00 – The story behind She’s Built Different📌 CONNECT WITH US🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge🎙 GUEST INFOMelodie SimoneMelodie Simone is a worship leader, entrepreneur, creative director, and the co-founder of Journey Well Studios in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Alongside her husband Tim, she helps brands, businesses, and ministries tell meaningful stories through podcasting, media, and creative strategy.She is also the host of the podcast She’s Built Different, where she shares powerful conversations centered around faith, resilience, purpose, leadership, and personal growth for women navigating business, ministry, and life.📣 CALL TO ACTIONIf this episode encouraged you, hit subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share it with someone who needs this reminder today.Comment:“PURPOSE” — if you’re learning to trust God’s plan“SURRENDER” — if you’re walking through a season of change“PEACE” — if you’re choosing faith over anxiety

After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease out of nowhere, Ashley Cole’s entire view of health changed.As a former pharmaceutical sales rep, fitness competitor, busy mom of two, and wellness entrepreneur, Ashley had spent years chasing performance, discipline, and “healthy living” — until her body forced her to slow down.From extreme dieting and fitness competition burnout to autoimmune flare-ups and the chaos of motherhood, Ashley learned that real health isn’t about perfection, obsession, or quick fixes.It’s about balance.In this episode, Dr. Aimee sits down with Ashley to talk about the truth behind inflammation, restrictive dieting, emotional eating, autoimmune disease, meal prep, peptides, and why so many people feel exhausted even when they think they’re “healthy.”Ashley shares how changing her diet transformed her Crohn’s symptoms, why healthy habits have to fit real life, and how busy moms can create sustainable wellness without burnout.They also dive into the pressure of social media fitness culture, the hidden dangers of processed foods, the importance of movement over perfection, and why true healing takes consistency — not shortcuts.If you’ve ever struggled with staying healthy while juggling work, kids, stress, inflammation, or feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice online… this episode is for you.🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNHow Ashley reversed major Crohn’s symptoms through diet and lifestyle changesWhy fitness “obsession” can become unhealthy even when you look fitThe truth about inflammation, autoimmune disease, and hidden food triggersWhy meal prep is one of the most powerful health tools for busy peopleHow moms can create healthy habits without spending hours in the kitchenThe real reason quick fixes and crash diets don’t lastWhy healthy eating has to become a lifestyle — not a temporary dietHow processed foods and hidden sugars quietly damage your bodyThe importance of balance, consistency, and sustainable wellnessHow movement, nutrition, sleep, and peptides work together for long-term healthWhy your kids’ eating habits may start before they’re even bornHow social media creates unrealistic expectations around health and fitnessWhat Ashley learned from bodybuilding, burnout, and extreme disciplineWhy feeling “fine” isn’t the same as actually feeling healthy📌 CONNECT WITH US🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🌐 Website: https://www.smilespawellness.com🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge🎙 GUEST INFOAshley ColeAshley Cole is a former pharmaceutical sales representative, fitness competitor, wellness advocate, and co-owner of a Florida-based healthy meal prep company. After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, Ashley began exploring holistic healing through nutrition, movement, anti-inflammatory living, and sustainable wellness habits.📸 Instagram: @coalsonthecoast📣 CALL TO ACTIONIf this episode inspired you to take your health seriously, hit subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share this with someone who’s trying to feel better naturally.Comment:“BALANCE” — if you’re done chasing quick fixes“RESET” — if you’re ready to rebuild healthier habits“HEALING” — if you believe food can change your lifeYour body is always talking to you.The question is… are you finally ready to listen?

After years of living in constant stress, exhaustion, and chronic pain, Mark Nichols reached a breaking point. Running his own business, battling brain fog, and struggling with anxiety and inflammation, he realized something wasn’t working — and quick fixes weren’t the answer.Instead of relying on temporary solutions, Mark began a deep journey into understanding how the body truly heals — through sleep, nutrition, movement, and restoring internal balance.In this episode, he shares why most people are stuck in a cycle of burnout, inflammation, and poor health — and how modern habits like fast food, social media, and instant gratification are quietly damaging both body and mind.Dr. Aimee sits down with Mark to break down the real foundations of health — from sleep and gut health to inflammation and mental clarity — and why healing takes time, not shortcuts.You’ll learn how simple daily habits can completely transform your energy, mood, and long-term health — and why fixing the root cause matters more than masking symptoms.🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNWhy healing your body doesn’t happen overnight (and what to expect instead)How chronic inflammation silently affects your brain, gut, and energyThe real reason you feel tired even after sleepingWhy sleep is the foundation of health — not just a “pillar”How processed foods and modern diets are damaging your bodyThe truth about burnout, stress, and mental health connectionHow simple movement (like walking) can regulate blood sugar and moodWhy “quick fixes” and medications don’t solve the root problemThe powerful link between gut health, anxiety, and depressionHow small daily habits can rebuild your health from the inside out⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why healing takes time (not overnight)02:00 – The problem with instant gratification culture05:30 – Burnout, stress, and hitting a breaking point09:00 – Processed food vs real food: what’s really happening12:00 – Can you actually eat healthy on a budget?15:30 – The truth about inflammation and chronic pain18:20 – Why sleep is the foundation of health22:00 – How poor sleep affects your brain and recovery26:00 – Fixing your sleep (simple habits that work)30:00 – Exercise, mood, and the “hope molecule”33:30 – Blood sugar spikes and why movement matters37:00 – Gut health, anxiety, and depression explained📌 CONNECT WITH US🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🌐 Website: https://www.smilespawellness.com🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge🎙 GUEST INFOMark NicholsMark Nichols is a health and wellness advocate with over a decade of research into peptides, inflammation, and metabolic health. With a background in automotive reconstruction, IT, and digital media, Mark brings a unique real-world perspective to optimizing human performance and recovery through lifestyle and science-backed approaches.📣 CALL TO ACTIONIf this episode changed how you think about your health, hit subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share it with someone who needs to hear this.Comment:“SLEEP” — if you’re ready to fix your foundation“ENERGY” — if you’re tired of feeling burned out“RESET” — if you’re ready to rebuild your healthYour body isn’t broken — it’s overwhelmed.Give it the right inputs, enough time… and it will heal.

Welcome back to the Smile Spa Podcast! I’m Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger — and each week, I share conversations around mindset, personal growth, and whole-body wellness to help you feel beautiful, balanced, and at peace — inside and out. 💗This episode came at a time when my own life was shifting in ways I never expected.I was stepping away from dentistry and into a new purpose — and in the middle of that, Justin Prince shared a message I’ll never forget:“Trust the redirect.”Justin’s journey — from financial rock bottom to building multimillion-dollar companies — is powerful. But what moved me most was his faith through the fire.In this conversation, we talk about:Letting go of controlRebuilding your identityWalking through uncertainty with faithAnd stepping into the life you were meant to liveWe also dive into the future of wellness, peptides, and why I believe so deeply in taking a proactive approach to your health.If you’re feeling stuck or unsure of what’s next… this is your reminder:You are not stuck. You are being redirected.🎙 HOST + GUESTHost: Dr. Aimee Russo-MoungerGuest: Justin Prince — Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author of Be The One, Founder of Make Wellness📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjustinprince/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkprince🌐 Website: https://iamjustinprince.comIf this episode spoke to you, subscribe, tap the 🔔, and share it with someone who needs this message today.Comment below:“MINDSET” “RESET” or “BOTH” 💗

Welcome back to the Smile Spa Podcast! I’m Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger — and each week, I sit down with amazing guests to talk about personal growth, mindset, and whole-body wellness. My goal is to help you feel beautiful, balanced, and at peace — inside and out. 💗This episode is one of the most personal and sacred conversations I’ve ever shared.I sat down with my dear friend Angela Bertone, a woman whose life has been marked by profound suffering — and even greater miracles. We talk openly about addiction, homelessness, psychosis, grief, and the moments where everything feels completely out of control as a parent… and yet God still shows up.Angela shares her journey walking her son through a 14-year battle with addiction, the miracles she witnessed while enduring her own darkest season, and how neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and faith beautifully intersect. We talk about how the brain remembers trauma, how the body holds pain, and how healing doesn’t come from numbing symptoms — but from restoring connection.This conversation reminded me that some of the worst seasons of our lives can coexist with extraordinary miracles. If you’re a parent walking through fear, shame, grief, or exhaustion — this episode is for you. You are not alone. There is hope. And healing is possible.🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNWhy addiction is often rooted in unresolved pain and traumaHow the brain can rewire itself through neuroplasticityThe connection between fight-or-flight, inflammation, and chronic diseaseWhy grief and trauma live in the body — not just the mindHow non-pharmaceutical neurotechnology can support healingWhat it means to truly “know” God through sufferingHow parents can release shame and reclaim hope⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – A mysterious encounter and divine protection 04:10 – Parenting through addiction and fear 09:45 – Shame, survival, and surrender 14:30 – Addiction, psychosis, and the brain 18:40 – Neuroplasticity explained simply 24:00 – Faith, science, and miracles colliding 31:20 – Fight-or-flight and emotional healing 38:00 – Grief, trauma, and restoring peace 44:10 – Rethinking medication and advocacy 50:00 – Hope for parents and final reflections 📌 CONNECT WITH US🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.com🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespawellness.com🌐 Make Wellness: https://meet.makewellness.com/?referral=512320🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smile-spa-podcast/id1842164674📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge🎙 GUEST INFOAngela BertoneNeurofeedback practitioner, spiritual mentor, and advocate for brain-based healing🌐 Website: www.angelabertone.com📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/angelaqbertone/👍 Facebook: www.facebook.com/angela.q.bertone/

Welcome back to the Smile Spa Podcast! This episode is incredibly close to my heart. As we step into 2026, I felt a deep pull to shift the conversation — not just toward physical health, but toward mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Jennifer Zachary has been a grounding force for me for years — especially during seasons when life felt heavy, confusing, or overwhelming. In this conversation, we go deep into what it really means to care for the mind and soul, not just react when things fall apart. Jennifer shares her journey from hairstylist to ministry leader, counselor, and mentor — and the wisdom she brings is rooted in faith, community, and lived experience. We talk honestly about isolation, anxiety, depression, spiritual warfare, gratitude, and why true healing starts long before crisis hits. This episode is for anyone who feels tired, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected — and for those who are ready to stop surviving and start living with peace, purpose, and clarity. 🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Why isolation fuels anxiety and how faith-based community restores peace How to shift negative thought patterns before they become strongholds The difference between surface connection and soul-level healing Why gratitude is one of the most powerful tools for mental health How spiritual wellness impacts emotional and physical health Practical ways to guard your mind, heart, and spirit daily ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to 2026 & episode intention 02:10 – Why this conversation is different 04:45 – Jennifer’s background & ministry journey 09:30 – Mental health struggles after COVID 14:20 – Isolation vs. true community 20:10 – Faith-based support vs. surface connection 28:40 – Shifting negative thought patterns 36:15 – Gratitude as a mental health tool 44:50 – Prayer, stillness, and hearing God 53:30 – Spiritual warfare & authority over fear 01:02:10 – Healing the mind before crisis 01:10:00 – Final encouragement & hope 📌 CONNECT WITH US 🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.com 🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespawellness.com 🌐 Make Wellness: https://meet.makewellness.com/?referral=512320 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IuAXJjsSDlLyvnNpMxuvl?si=b993ca1240c6460e 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smile-spa-podcast/id1842164674 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_smilespa/ 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesmilespabr/ 📩 Note: For more information and upcoming Smile Spa Wellness offerings, stay tuned via our official website and podcast channels. 🎙 OUR GUEST Jennifer Zachary 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwzachary/ 📣 CONNECT WITH US If this episode helped you reframe your mindset or reminded you that healing is possible, subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.

What if the reason you can’t get “consistent” with health isn’t discipline… it’s mindset? In this episode of The Smile Spa Podcast, Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger sits down with Jennifer DeTracy for a powerful, real-world breakdown of what actually creates lasting transformation—physically, mentally, and financially.Jenn has spent nearly 30 years in the health, wellness, and leadership space, and she doesn’t teach “one magic fix.” She teaches the whole puzzle: mindset, nutrition, sleep, and movement—plus why most people keep “hacking at the branches” instead of digging at the root. They also unpack the fast-growing peptide space, the difference between synthetic vs bioactive peptides, and why education + community matters more than hype.If you’ve been stuck in all-or-nothing cycles, chasing quick fixes, or wondering whether peptides and wellness entrepreneurship are real—this conversation is your reset.🔥 What You’ll LearnWhy mindset beats calendar timing every timeThe “slight edge” that creates consistency without burnoutThe 4 pillars: mindset, nutrition, sleep, and exerciseWhy “healthy eating” sometimes stops working—and what to do nextThe difference between synthetic peptides vs bioactive peptidesWhy some peptides can be effective orally (and many can’t)How leadership and culture impact wellness—and business successWhy this “timing collision” may be a major moment in wellness⏱️ Timestamps00:37 – Meet Jenn DeTracy 04:10 – Why Jenn got into wellness: impact + income + purpose04:55 – The “whole puzzle” of health (no one magic fix)08:53 – Belief, dominant thoughts, and perspective shifts12:10 – Consistency problems are usually mindset problems12:20 – The slight edge: all-or-nothing vs sustainable progress18:16 – The 4 pillars: mindset, nutrition, sleep, exercise20:45 – Why people plateau even when “eating healthy”22:52 – Where to find Jen + how to connect24:05 – Why growth, learning, and evolution matter25:23 – Cancun + “leading with love” culture at Make Wellness27:53 – Leadership from the top: inspire vs impress31:16 – $100M in 11 months: “not our first rodeo”33:12 – Timing collision: why this industry + company now35:49 – Why peptides are “new” to educated people38:06 – Peptides in nature vs bioactive peptides40:39 – Can peptides work orally? Simple explanation41:37 – Synthetic vs bioactive: short vs long half-life43:25 – Final takeaways + what’s next📌 Connect With Us🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge📩 For more information and upcoming SmileSpa Wellness offerings, stay tuned via our official website and podcast channels.🎙 Guest InfoJennifer DeTracyInstagram: @jenniferdetracyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/evolvewithjenn📣 Call to ActionIf this episode helped you reframe your health (or your future), subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share it with someone stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle.Comment below:“MINDSET” — if consistency is your struggle“PEPTIDES” — if you want more education on this space“BOTH” — if you’re ready to rebuild from the root

After 20 years of broken nights, four prescription sleep medications, and constant exhaustion, Sean finally found something that changed everything: peptides. In this episode, he shares how he went from 90 minutes of fragmented sleep to deep, restorative nights — backed by real Oura Ring data and dramatic changes in his body composition. His story stunned an entire peptide conference and may completely shift how you think about sleep, fat loss, and energy.Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger talks with Sean about the peptide stack that helped him recover from surgery faster, sleep better, improve mood, lose visceral fat, and build muscle at 55. You’ll learn how peptides work, how they differ from GLP-1 medications, and why restoring sleep may be the most powerful metabolic reset of all.🔥 What You’ll LearnHow oral peptides work and why they matterSean’s 20-year insomnia journey and the peptide that changed everythingDeep and REM sleep improvements shown on his Oura RingWhy sleep impacts fat loss, muscle gain, and brain detoxificationHow Lean, Fit, Hydrate, Energize, and Restore support whole-body healthGLP-1 meds vs peptides for long-term weight and muscle healthThe link between energy drinks, hunger, and cortisol crashes⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – The story that shocked a conference03:12 – Shoulder surgery and discovering peptides08:45 – “I took photos to prove my friend wrong…”13:02 – 20 years of insomnia and four nightly meds18:40 – The sleep peptide that changed everything24:15 – From sleep score 28 to deep, dream-filled nights29:33 – How sleep detoxifies your brain35:20 – Muscle gain at 55: what his InBody showed41:05 – Breaking down the peptide stack48:10 – GLP-1 meds vs peptides54:22 – Energy drinks, fake sugar, and exhaustion1:00:18 – Helping others get their sleep back1:06:40 – Faith, purpose, and serving others1:11:55 – First steps to reclaim your health📌 Connect With Us🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge📩 Stay tuned for upcoming SmileSpa Wellness offerings on our website and podcast channels.🎙 Guest InfoSean AucoinInstagram: @_sean_aucoin📣 Call to ActionIf this episode inspired you, hit subscribe, tap the 🔔 bell, and share it with someone who’s been running on empty. Comment:“SLEEP” — if better sleep is your goal“FAT LOSS” — if you want to protect muscle while losing inches“BOTH” — if you’re ready for a full transformationYour body is capable of incredible healing with the right support—and your story can change faster than you think.

In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most powerful and fast-moving conversations in wellness right now: peptides — synthetic, natural, injectable, oral, and everything in between. If you’ve ever wondered what actually works, what’s hype, and what’s legitimately transforming real lives, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been searching for.This is a raw, honest deep dive blending science, personal transformation, and real-world results.I’m joined by Nathan DeTracy, a faith-driven family man, husband, father, IFBB Pro bodybuilder, mindset mentor, and leadership coach who has lived on both sides of the peptide world. From gym-culture synthetics and steroid-era bodybuilding to modern natural peptide technology powered by AI, his journey is unlike anything you’ve heard before. His story weaves together overcoming trauma, losing both parents young, rebuilding through bodybuilding, navigating the synthetic era, leading teams in business, and discovering a new science that is reshaping what’s possible for health and recovery.Nate has worked alongside doctors, trainers, manufacturers, and thousands of clients to truly understand how peptides impact inflammation, aging, muscle, sleep, recovery, metabolism, and long-term health. In this episode, we expose the truth about GLP-1 injections, the 40% muscle-loss problem no one talks about, and the breakthrough natural peptides designed to support the body instead of shutting down its own processes. We also explore sleep science, AI-driven peptide discovery, and how everyday people can transition off injections safely while rebuilding their metabolism.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Welcome + why this conversation matters02:30 – Nate’s story: trauma, bodybuilding, faith & purpose08:00 – Steroids, synthetics & the truth about gym culture12:40 – The injury that changed everything + peptide healing15:30 – Oral peptides: why the science finally caught up18:20 – AI labs & the breakthrough in natural peptides23:00 – GLP-1 weight loss: the missing information27:00 – Muscle loss, metabolism & silent long-term damage30:30 – FIT + Lean synergy for sustainable results33:50 – Sleep struggles & the rise of peptide sleep support37:40 – Why doctors and trainers are shifting their views40:50 – Reorder rates & the results that surprised everyone43:20 – The women’s strength story that blew Nate away47:00 – Why education is the future of wellness49:00 – Final thoughts + what’s coming next🔗 Connect with us:🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge📩 For more information and upcoming SmileSpa Wellness offerings, stay tuned via our official website and podcast channels.Guest — Nathan DeTracy• Mentorship | Mindset | Self-Leadership• Faith-Driven | Husband | Father | IFBB Pro• Instagram: @nathandetracy💼 Sponsors & Resources✨ Peptide Wellness Resources• FIT – Supports protein efficiency + inflammation balance• Lean – Natural GLP-1 support without injections• Restore – Deep sleep + recovery peptide blend• Hydrate – Cellular hydration + performancewww.smilespawellness.com🙌 Before You Go…If this episode opened your eyes to the future of wellness, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your questions in the comments — we’d love to feature them in an upcoming episode.Your transformation starts with knowledge.Thanks for being here. 💛

He’s 57 years old and wakes up every single day at 2:45 a.m. — no caffeine, no excuses, no burnout.For four decades, Ken Falgoust has trained Olympic athletes, actors, and thousands of real people. But what he’s discovered about inflammation, peptides, and true balance could change how you think about health forever.💪 About This EpisodeIn this conversation, we dive into the science and spirituality of staying young — without shortcuts. Ken reveals why “anti-aging” is misunderstood, how inflammation is silently wrecking your body, and why the basics — sleep, hydration, movement, and mindset — are still the ultimate tools for longevity. This isn’t another supplement pitch. It’s the truth from someone who’s been on the front line of fitness for 40 years, proving that real health starts long before the first peptide injection or workout plan.💪 About The GuestKen Falgoust is a fitness and wellness professional with over 35 years of experience in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He’s developed a uniquely personalized training approach that adapts to each client’s goals. His expertise spans muscle balance, stability, endurance, and nutrition, combined with the right peptide and supplement protocols. Ken’s clients range from actors and pro athletes to pre- and post-operative patients, individuals with special needs, and everyday people of all ages and lifestyles. His life’s work has been dedicated to this industry and its people—and now he’s focused on shaping its future.🧠 What You’ll LearnHow to reverse inflammation naturally and keep it low for lifeWhy peptides are tools, not magic fixes — and how to use them rightThe power of sleep, hydration, and recovery in reversing agingHow to listen to your body through simple daily cuesThe real reason so many people plateau on “healthy” dietsHow to build a system that keeps you balanced, energized, and strong⏰ Timestamps0:00 – The man who wakes up at 2:45 a.m.4:30 – From plastic weights to Olympic athletes: Ken’s 40-year journey8:45 – The moment he realized inflammation is the real enemy14:10 – Peptides: the misunderstood anti-aging tool19:30 – How your sleep and hydration reveal hidden imbalances24:20 – The assessment method that predicts your body’s weak spots29:00 – Why personalized health plans beat every trend34:50 – The shocking story about green beans, sweat, and inflammation40:15 – Why “quick fixes” fail and balance wins every time44:30 – How to start your own anti-aging routine today🤝 Follow & ConnectFollow Ken:Instagram - @falgoust.kenFollow Smile Spa Pod:Instagram – @SmileSpaWellnessWebsite – smilespawellness.com📢 Call to ActionIf you’re tired of “quick fixes” that never last, this episode will change how you see your body forever.Hit Subscribe, turn on the 🔔, and comment below:What’s the one habit you need to change first?We’ll reply personally and help you start your transformation.💬 Final ThoughtLongevity isn’t about perfection. It’s about alignment — finding what your body truly needs and doing it with discipline.Ken’s story proves one thing: you don’t have to fight aging… you just have to stop fighting your body.

🔗 Connect with The Smile Spa & Make Wellness🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge📩 For more information and upcoming SmileSpa Wellness offerings, stay tuned via our official website and podcast channels.Peptides, GLP-1s, and strength training—how do they fit together in the real world? Dr. Amiee Russo-Munger and trainer Spencer break down muscle preservation on GLP-1s, the weights-vs-cardio debate, recovery peptides (BPC-157, TB-500, MOTS-C), reverse dieting, and why sleep + protein matter more than you think.Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Peptides, Training, Nutrition02:00 Spencer’s weight-loss journey & coaching lens06:45 GLP-1s: muscle loss risk & fixes11:30 Weights vs Cardio after 4016:10 Protein targets on GLP-1s19:30 Peptides for recovery: BPC-157/TB-500/MOTS-C25:00 Reverse dieting: why “eat more” can work29:30 Sleep, cortisol, and fat loss34:00 Retatrutide: what to watch next39:00 Action plan: training + nutrition checklistDr. Aimee Russo-Mounger—Dentist, Entrepreneur, Missionary, and Dancer—is the founder of The Smile Spa in Baton Rouge, where she’s spent nearly three decades redefining what total wellness looks like. Her journey from dentistry to wellness led her to open Smile Spa Wellness, offering both synthetic and bioactive peptides for longevity, performance, and holistic health. As one of Baton Rouge’s first dental spa pioneers, she continues leading the way in integrative beauty and health innovation.

Peptides are everywhere online—but what actually helps you get lean without sacrificing muscle?Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger and Melanie Hebert (Make Wellness) break down bioactive precision peptides—what they are, how they differ from synthetic injections, and why body composition matters more than the scale.We also talk affordability, support products (hydration & calm), and how GLP-1 users can better protect lean mass.Chapters00:00 Welcome & why peptides are trending01:20 What are bioactive precision peptides?04:50 GLP-1 popularity & the muscle-loss problem (the “40%” issue)09:30 Body composition > scale (use BIA baselines)12:20 The “Lean” peptide conversation (fat loss focus)15:00 “Fit” for muscle support & performance20:30 Support: Hydrate & Calm (why electrolytes/cortisol matter)24:10 Focus & Energize: clarity and clean energy27:30 How clinics can integrate peptides holisticallyKey takeaways• Bioactive precision peptides = targeted, nature-derived peptides; focus on recomp over raw weight.• For GLP-1 users, support lean mass proactively; track fat vs muscle with body comp, not just pounds.• Hydration & stress support can improve how you feel day-to-day.

Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger (The Smile Spa, Baton Rouge) kicks off the reinvented Smile Spa Podcast with Jude Marino (Louisiana Medical Group) to unpack today’s hottest wellness trend: peptides. We cover GLP-1s (semaglutide/tirzepatide), why “food noise” fades, oral health pros/cons (dry mouth, reflux, decay), and affordable natural options like NAD+ and glutathione. Plus: a first look at Smile Spa Wellness and new maintenance strategies to keep results—without living on shots.Timestamps00:00 Welcome to the Smile Spa Podcast01:07 Why dentists care about GLP-1s04:10 GLP-1 basics: Ozempic/Wegovy/Zepbound explained07:55 Side-effects dentists see: dry mouth, reflux, erosion12:20 NAD+ vs Glutathione: energy, detox, anti-aging16:45 Weight loss vs muscle loss: protein, creatine, strength20:30 Injections vs natural: capsules, sublinguals, affordability25:05 Maintenance after GLP-1s: tapering, LEAN vs FIT support29:40 Success stories & nationwide access33:10 Smile Spa Wellness launch + what’s next📍 Baton Rouge | The Smile Spa & Smile Spa Wellness👥 Guest: Jude Marino, Louisiana Medical Group🔔 Subscribe for more practical dental-wellness crossovers.Hashtags#Peptides #GLP1 #Ozempic #NADPlus #Glutathione #Dentistry #WeightLoss #BatonRouge #OralHealth #Wellness

Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger returns to the podcast world with a brand-new vision for Smile Spa. In this first episode, she shares why she’s bringing the podcast back locally, what listeners can expect moving forward, and how Smile Spa is expanding beyond dentistry to embrace full-body wellness.