Healing Your Gut, Balancing Hormones & Sustainable Weight Loss

Bloating, fatigue, stubborn weight gain, hormone chaos, cravings, burnout… sometimes it isn't a lack of discipline — it's a body asking for support. In this episode of the Wellness & Growth Journeys Podcast, I sit down with holistic health coach and nutritionist Lea Dombrowski to unpack why so many women struggle with weight loss when the real issue may be gut health, hormones, metabolism, and chronic stress. We talk about the diet myths keeping women stuck, why quick fixes often backfire, and how healing the body through nutrition, movement, lifestyle shifts, and root-cause support can create sustainable results. If you've ever thought, "I'm doing everything right, so why do I still feel off?" this one is for you. In this episode: → Why weight loss isn't just about calories → The gut health connection to hormones, bloating, and energy → How chronic dieting can damage metabolism → Why under-eating may be keeping you stuck → Ozempic, quick fixes, and sustainable change → The truth about intermittent fasting for women → High-protein breakfasts and blood sugar balance → Why one-size-fits-all diets don't work → Healing from the inside out with functional medicine → How to create lasting results without extremes Lea also shares practical tips for improving digestion, balancing blood sugar, boosting metabolism, and making simple nutrition changes that actually support your body. If you've been frustrated with your body and tired of starting over, this conversation will feel like clarity. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:30 – Meet Lea Dombrowski 01:08 – Her personal healing journey 03:16 – Why many women feel dismissed in healthcare 07:44 – Gut health and weight loss explained 10:35 – Biggest myths about weight loss 12:40 – Apple cider vinegar, Ozempic, and quick fixes 15:34 – Why sustainable change matters 19:57 – Intermittent fasting and women's hormones 21:03 – What a high-protein breakfast looks like 25:15 – One change women can make today 35:18 – Advice for women feeling stuck 37:22 – How to connect with Lea 📚 Connect with Lea Dombrowski Website: Living With Strength https://www.livingwithstrength.com/ 🎙 Wellness & Growth Journeys Podcast Apple Podcasts Spotify All Episodes Available Now 🤝 Work with Mialisa Website: wellnessgrowthagency.com This episode shares personal experience and general nutrition guidance. It is not medical advice. For hormonal, autoimmune, or metabolic concerns, please work with a licensed medical professional. If this episode resonated, share it with a woman who needs to hear it.