It’s Already In You Podcast

Episode 81Empowerment In Self Advocacy This week we talk about why it can be challenging to speak up fully and advocate for ourselves and our bodies in certain healthcare and wellness settings. Is there a power dynamic in some relationships? How can we prepare better before appointments? What can we do to put empower and educate ourselves? These questions and others we unpack in this episode.

Episode 80Dr. Alex DiGrado, Founder of Boston Pelvic Physical TherapyWe are thrilled to share this week's conversation with the lovely, Dr. Alex DiGrado PT, DPT, PRPC with you! Dr. Alex is a pelvic floor physical therapist and certified expert in the field of pelvic health physical therapy. She is also the owner and founder of Boston Pelvic Physical Therapy in Melrose, Massachusetts. For over 16 years, Dr. Alex has helped people of all genders heal, move, and reconnect with their bodies through inclusive, evidence-based pelvic floor care. Her approach blends the physical and psychological aspects of bladder, bowel, and sexual health, creating space for people to learn about their bodies, regain confidence, and feel empowered by what’s possible. Dr. Alex's areas of expertise include pregnancy and postpartum care, perimenopause and menopause, prostate and urogynecologic cancer recovery, and gender-affirming surgery rehabilitation. Her insights have been featured in HuffPost and Yoga Journal, and she regularly speaks to other healthcare professionals and community groups about sexual wellness, body literacy, and postpartum recovery. This is an episode that everyone should listen to!@bostonpelvicpt @thehealthypelvisproject @underthehooddocs

Real Talk- ProteinJenine and Liz revisit our ongoing conversation on protein and what as a consumer is important to be aware of when you are listening to the "experts." We answer some questions that we have been asked and uncover some truths. Why is there so much emphasis on it currently? Why is protein being added into processed foods and drinks? Are there any benefits? What are decisions that we can make that truly benefit our health? We are certain there is a question you have asked in this episode!

Episode 78Habit Stacking Success Liz and Jenine chat about finding more success in our habits. The fact is, nothing is going to change until our day in and day out habits change. We talk about why changing habits is harder than we often think it’s going to be. How to problem solve that to set ourselves up for success. Not over complicating or adding more to do’s than necessary, but taking an honest look at your unique life and goals!

Episode 77Liz and Jenine's Simple Daily Non-NegotiablesIn this week's episode we share our personal self-care actions that we strive to do most days. We discuss how commitment and consistency over simple choices that you enjoy can have both immediate and lasting physical and mental health benefits.

We had the opportunity to talk to Investigative Journalist Carey Gillam on today's podcast. This episode is one that everyone should listen to! Carey is a former senior correspondent for Reuters and currently works with The New Lede, focusing on corporate accountability, agriculture, and public health. She is also the author of Whitewash and The Monsanto Papers, which dive into the intersection of chemical companies, science, and human health. Carey shares with us some of what she has uncovered over the years of research and reporting. This episode is fascinating, jaw dropping, educational and also empowering on what we as consumers need to know and what we can do to push for change.

Nutrition Conversations With Our KidsFrom babies into early adulthood we as parents are responsible to teach our children how and what to eat. For health, enjoyment, growth, building a positive relationship with food and so much more! It can be overwhelming at times and certainly more so the older they get and less control we have as caregivers. In this week's episode we talk about realistic age appropriate conversations and education you can have with your growing kids to support them in what is by far the most impactful thing we can do for our well-being- healthy nutrition.

Bottom Line: Fragrance In this week's episode, we talk about what Fragrance truly is. What common everyday products you can find fragrance in, how to read labels to identify what you may be putting on your body, in your home, in your car and on your children. Our relationship with fragrant smell is something that is acquired and something that we often associate memories, cleanliness, feelings with. We discuss how to navigate better than choices when it comes to your next purchase and how your choices can positively or negatively impact your health.

We welcome Tara Dellolacono, RDN to this week's episode. Tara has been a dietitian for 25 years and unapologetic endurance junkie who lives for science-backed nutrition and the thrill of the long run. Tara has worked with everyone—from everyday folks looking to lower their cholesterol or conquer emotional eating, to elite, world-class athletes chasing podium finishes. Tara shares with us her approach and it is refreshingly real: no gimmicks, no fluff—just solid, evidence-based strategies. We discuss her role as a leading nutrition strategy consultant for food and supplement brands. She shares how this is an avenue to improve the food system and hold them accountable with her "no more junk on the shelves" food philosophy!

Episode 72- What Age Should Children Begin Cross-Training?Whether your child is an athlete or not, we strongly believe that movement from a young age is such a positive thing for their bodies, energy and habit building into adulthood.Age-appropriate structured movement begins with fun and safety. We talk about what that looks like from early on into a child's teen years. We chat about well rounded conditioning for young athletes, what to look for in a trainer or training program. Structured movement in addition to play and sports is a confidence builder, prevents injury and increases performance. Listen and join in on this week's conversation.

Staying On Track When Life Is Off The RailsLiz and Jenine discuss what can happen to our with intended self-care, fitness and to-do plans when life throws us curve balls. We often have an ideal or desired plan on what our workouts, daily nutrition, house cleaning, chores, self-care and more look like. But then there is life on life's terms- weather, sickness, job stress, lack of motivation, our kids needs and so much more. We talk about some ways to navigate setting yourself up for success and being able to make the next moment and day your next best choice.

Episode 70: Better Than Choices When Eating OutIn this week's episode we talk about the ways restaurants, menus and wording can be misleading in the quality of foods that they are offering. Dining out is often a celebration, a convenience and time with others. How can you have all of those things while making better than choices? Great news is that you can with a little intention and education. You will find both in this week's episode!

EPISODE 69Shannan Hanson, Menopause Coach and Community BuilderIt was a pleasure to welcome Shannan Hanson to the podcast! Shannan shares so much experience, perspective and support around the transition that comes in midlife. This passion to learn more about mid-life began as a personal curiosity and quickly turned into reinvention for her. Today, Shannan is a menopause coach and community builder who believes midlife isn’t something to survive — it’s something to step into! Her work is rooted in going back to the basics and helping women feel like themselves again. She creates safe spaces, through local menopause monthly meetups and coaching, where women can explore what’s changing, share their stories, and take simple next steps forward.

Episode 68 Our Go To Grocery PicksThis week’s episode Liz and Jenine share their go to grocery items that they always stock up on. They chat about why they make those picks and the variety of easy meals and snacks that they make with them. A quick episode, with a lot of takeaways!

Stepping Back To Move ForwardIn this episode, we discuss how the external world can be consuming, overwhelming and exhausting at times. Sometimes it feels like you don’t know what to do or who is sharing accurate information. This can apply to anything, from wellness to politics. From what to stay away from and what to do more of. When to speak and when to stay quiet. It’s a lot and we are right there with you! We hope that you can connect to this episode and take some tools with you on how to stay in YOUR moment and trust YOUR voice more when things are really loud around you.

Growing Up Organic With Special Guest Dylann, Jenine's DaughterIn this week's episode we welcome a very special guest, Dylann! Dylann is Jenine's youngest daughter who is now a freshman in college. We love the open and honest conversation that we had with her. Jenine has shared her commitment to consistency in her beliefs of eating real, whole and organic foods. She has always made that a priority when raising her two girls. There are times that others have questioned the why behind the level of commitment. Jenine as well as her daughters have received many questions on how they felt as kids and now as young adults, often making choices that are different from their peers. Dylann shares her unique perspective as both a child and now an adult. What she has learned, where she has stumbled and what she looks forward to continuing! We hope you listen to this episode and share it with your kids!

Episode 65 - What Makes Minerals Essential?In this episode we talk about what minerals specifically are. What makes them different from vitamins and why they are essential for our health and longevity.Understanding minerals, the sources you get them from and what your body may be telling you if you are deficient is more important than ever as the quality of our food diminishes.You will leave this episode with more understanding and simple everyday food choices you can make around minerals and how they impact your health.

Episode 64Are You Regular? This week we chat about why our bathroom habits are so important for our overall health. We break down why frequency, shape and size of our poop are our bodies' way of communicating how our digestive system, nutrient absorption and even our mental health is working for us or against us. We chat about simple and consistent things we can do to increase the overall health of our entire digestive system resulting in less constipation, bloating, urgency and more.

Episode: 63 Deepen Your Gratitude Practice To Increase Your HealthTis' the time of year where we hear a lot about being thankful, spreading joy, giving back, being in the moment and the list could go. The truth is, it can be much more difficult than it sounds for many. The stress of life and how it manifests in our bodies is very real. Which is why an intentional gratitude practice is proven to not only decrease day to day stress but also increase overall health. In this week's episode, we discuss why practicing gratitude is so impactful, ways we can incorporate that in our busy lives and the benefits you will see and feel in your overall health both in the moment and long term. We wish you an abundance of gratitude and health this season.

Episode 62Bottom Line- GlutenThis week Jenine and Liz break down all things Gluten. What is it and why is it in our food? Should we be okay with eating it regularly or are we better off staying away? Gluten over the last couple of years has been talked about much more, why? We share our bottom line on Gluten and encourage you to critically think about your own!

Episode 61The Power Of Relationships And CommunityIn this week's episode we discuss the influence relationships and community can have when it comes to our health and well being. Joy, support, laughter, touch all impact us positively both physically and mentally. So does stress, grief, anger, loneliness. We talk about how the relationships that we have in our lives are truly part of our foundational health and can directly impact all areas of our life. Surrounding yourself by positive, goal driven like minded people will strengthen those things in you and so will the opposite. This episode will help you create some clarity on how some small changes can impact you in big ways!

Episode 60: Meet Sarah Tugender, Owner of NWHSThis week's episode Jenine chats with Sarah Tugender. Sarah is one half of the husband-and-wife team behind Nutrition & Whole Health Solutions. Sarah, a seasoned wellness advocate and educator, shares what makes their approach to care and business so unique and special. In this episode Sarah and Jenine dive into how the team at NWHS help people feel their best and live with energy, vitality, and purpose that blends cutting-edge compassionate care, science-backed therapies with personal touches.

10 Things To Keep. 10 Things To Toss.This episode is full of takeaways, so get your notebook out! Liz and Jenine talk about 20 relatively simple nutrition focused actions you can do or not do in your everyday life to increase your overall health and wellbeing. 10 foods and habits to add in for optimal health, digestion and energy. As well as 10 foods and habits to toss or minimize to encourage your greatest health, fitness and mindset. We hope this episode feels easy to digest and empowering to roll out!

Is Your Blood Sugar Regulated?In this week's episode we talk about what blood sugar is. We talk about why it's so important to regulate it? You will learn signs that you feel and see in your body when your blood sugar is consistently spiking and crashing. We discuss easy lifestyle and nutrition changes that you can make in your day to day life that will help to create even communication when it comes to your blood sugar and everything that it impacts.

Chanelle Camire, Founder of Sweet Balance WellnessChanelle is the founder & owner of Sweet Balance Wellness. In this episode she shares with us her experience and journey as a yoga + meditation teacher, licensed esthetician and instructor, Integrative nutrition health coach and life coach. One thing that really drew us into her before and during this episode is how she blends science, ancient traditions and spirituality to support others. We can't wait for you to experience Chanelle yourselves!

Inflammation- how to reduce and prevent. Pt. 2In part two of our Inflammation series, we discuss simple everyday things you can do to prevent and decrease inflammation. Our daily choices are what lay the blueprint for our bodies' responses. When we have a greater awareness of what that looks like, we then have more opportunity to support our health both in the moment and long term.

Inflammation- what it is and how it begins. Pt.1In this week's episode Jenine and Liz discuss Inflammation in our bodies. The common causes and how it may present. We take a look at everyday habits and choices that may be the root of some inflammatory response and symptoms that you may be experiencing. You will leave this episode with a strong understanding of the what and how when it comes to physical inflammation.

Bottom Line: PilatesPilates classes and the method of movement have been around for over one hundred years. Like most things that are impactful, arms of inspiration begin to grow. Which in fitness is why we see variations of a method or approach take on new life and descriptions. We are certainly seeing that with the method of PIlates now! Even though it is a form movement that has standed the test of time it has become something that is also "on trend." Which can be a really great thing, but can also lead to confusion among instructors as well as clients. In this episode we break it down and give you our bottom line on PIlates. The practice then and now, things to be mindful of as a student as well as a teacher, the benefits as well as the things that may be red flags.

Episode 53 Building LIfestyle FoundationsLiz and Jenine are helping you simply understand and build your lifestyle foundations. We explain how your foundations impact every aspect of your overall health in this week's episode. We did our best to keep the chatter and noise of the things that pull us away from our foundations out of this episode. Rather focus on clearly and simply explaining what a strong base is and how through your lifestyle choices you can build and maintain yours. These are nonnegotiables, fairly straight forward and shared by most of us. We hope that after listening to this week's episode you confidently add a new element to your foundation.

Episode 52Welcome To Season Two!We are so happy to be back with new episodes, fresh guests and honest conversation in season two of our podcast. In our opinion, Fall is the most perfect time of year for checking in on ourselves. Rerooting in habits and committing to some self-care that was maybe put on the back burner in the busy Summer months. Seasonal changes are real and allowing yourself to shift with them can feel very natural. In this week's episode we talk about just that. The seasonal shift, slide, step and all the opportunities that come with them!

In this week's episode we break down why "true" hydration is so important for your entire body to thrive. We talk about what happens internally when we are not properly hydrated. We discuss ways to ensure you are getting enough water and signs that your body gives you when it's dehydrated. Hydration is essential for all aspects of your health, this episode simplifies it so you are moving through Summer and the rest of the year feeling your best!

Ep. 50 It's Already In You- Year In ReviewIn his week's special 50th episode we celebrate and reflect completing our first year of the podcast! We highlight some of our favorite moments, guests, our personal takeaways and what we hope to bring into our second year. Our mission remains the same, to encourage and empower listeners to make choices for their health and lifestyle that will support them and their families in a long and beautiful life! We are so thankful for our listeners, supporters and those who have shared their like minded mission with us and our community. Cheer's to year 2!

inspired by European Lifestyle Choices in America. Whether you have lived, visited, or researched living abroad, it is most likely no surprise that most countries outside America have a much healthier lifestyle. Leading to less disease, obesity, quality family time and overall less stress. We talk about why this is and how we can incorporate more of those simple choices into our everyday lives in the U.S. for better quality of life and health!

Wellness vs. Wellness Industry Jenine and Liz break down in an eye opening episode the difference between true lasting wellness and the industry that drives it. It is easy with the abundance of noise, influencers, and social media to think that you have to follow certain rules, purchase the products, and hop on the next best trend to reach your health and fitness goals. We discuss how to look at this influence with critical thinking and what questions to ask yourself when trying something new. Trying new things can be motivating and create a positive impact but ultimately we reinforce in this episode that everything you need to be strong, healthy and to thrive is already in you!!

Ep.47Bottom Line: Sauna + Red Light TherapyIn this week's Bottom Line we discuss the trends and truths in both Saunas and Red Light Therapy, breaking down the benefits as well as the possible exaggerations.Using alternative approaches to wellness can enhance your already "healthy" lifestyle and sometimes it just falls flat. Liz and Jenine talk about why and how Sauna and RLT can work for some and what you need to think about when incorporating either!

Episode 46Stressing About Being in "Shape" for Summer?It is not uncommon to feel both internal and external pressure to feel like you need to get into "shape" for the Summer months. There are plenty of programs and potions that are sold to us for that quick fix to get us feeling "better" in our Summer wear and bathing suits. We can easily turn what should feel like good fitness and nutrition choices into restrictive and stressful ones. Ultimately, often leading to things we can not stay consistent with or that just don't feel great. In this week's episode we talk about stress free, feel your best ways to commit to a confident body not just in the Summer but all year long.

Episode 45Information OverloadIn this week's conversation, we peel back the layers of what information overload looks like in 2025. Hint, it looks like a lot! However, the truth for many is that it has become our normal day in and day out to take in this level of external information. Although there are positive, motivating and educational things that come from information, social media, and other people's experiences. It can often be misleading, not meant for you or your body, distracting and a whole lot of noise. Jenine and Liz, talk about ways to sift through information overload, turn it off when needed and how to seek out the things that are important to you and your life vs. getting lost somewhere in the middle of it all. Our hope is that after listening to this episode you feel more empowered to mute, unfollow, ask questions, look a bit deeper and trust your own instincts.

Sexual Wellness with Magen PriceThis week we had the opportunity to talk to the wonderful Magen Price! Magen is a Family Nurse Practitioner, Menopause Society Practitioner, Certified Sex Counselor. She has spent the past 12 years practicing in community health as a Primary Care Provider. Magen built the Sexual Wellness specialty at NeighborHealth, combining her expertise in sexual medicine and primary care to address sexual dysfunction and midlife health transitions. In April 2025, Magen opened Mystic Valley Sexual Wellness, PC in Melrose, MA, offering personalized concierge care for hormone optimization, sexual dysfunction, and intimacy counseling, both in-person and virtually. She also provides Sensate Focus therapy for couples seeking to restore intimacy. We were able to learn from Magan, ask her the questions listeners want to know and leave the conversation with more perspective on women's health! We hope you listen and feel empowered too!Links: @magenpricenp, @mysticvalleysexualwellness

Episode 43Intentional MindsetHaving a thoughtful intention when it comes to your goals, health, profession, relationships and anything else that is important to you is going to increase your likelihood of reaching those things and being consistent. Intention is the root of your why and your mindfulness around the choices you make day in and day out. This week, we talk about getting into the habit of intention setting. How this practice helps create clarity in what you want in your life and what you don't. If we just live our days filled with actions, even good ones and not the thoughts behind those actions it becomes much easier not to stay committed or find consistency and get the most out of all the things you want in life. We share this week ways to build your relationship with your intentional mindset.

Episode 42:The Psychology of Happiness, with Jonathan GargiuloLinkedin Account: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-gargiulo-2a65b8196We had such an insightful and motivating conversation with Professor Jonathan Gargiulo in this week's episode. Jonathan, teaches others to find more meaningful happiness in their lives. He is not only a college professor but also travels and shares his research on the Psychology of Happiness with others. He teaches tools and practices to live with more intention toward fulfillment and success. By committing to some simple daily practices on a consistent basis Jonathan shares how we will live in more alignment with self and have greater connections with others and purpose!

Bottom Line: Probiotics + Gut Health In this week’s Bottom Line, we break down in an easy to understand way why the health and environment of our gut is so important for our overall health. We talk about trends and truths regarding foods and supplements. You will have confidence by the end of this episode what probiotics and prebiotics are and how to incorporate them in a beneficial way. Lots of takeaways in this episode!

Episode 40Navigating Modern Stress and SleepWe believe most people have experienced periods of stress in their lives as well we disrupted sleep patterns. Whether it be acute or chronic both can lead to a variety of health consequences if not supported. This week, we talk about different kinds of stress and how that is often reflected through our daily habits like sleeping, eating and exercising. During this episode we outline practical ways and tips to support and encourage a healthy stress response and restful sleep.

Episode 39The Bottom Line-EggsAs simple as an egg looks, it has gotten a rather complicated wrap over the years. Leading to confusion if eggs are "good or bad" for our health. In this week's episode Jenine and Liz break down the myths and truths about incorporating eggs into your diet and clear up if they impact cholesterol, if they are a good source to build muscle and more. We also give you things to look for in terms of labeling and being a consumer when choosing your eggs.

Episode 38 Healthy Choice’s In Your Environment In this week’s episode we talk about the day to day choices that we can make to benefit our health within our personal environment. From personal care items to what we clean our house with and prepare our food in. We chat about the why, the how and of course share some tips and our favorite swaps.

Episode 37Nicole Pichette, Founder of Live Well Collaborative This week's guest, Nicole Pichette is the owner and founder of Live Well Collaborative. Nicole is a board-certified nurse practitioner, yoga teacher, and reiki healer specializing in integrative and lifestyle medicine. Nicole shares some insight on how she blends evidence-based medicine with holistic practices to optimize well-being, prevent disease, and create lasting health transformations. She has created Live Well Collaborative to fill a need of more client facing and unique to them care and has created unique programing within her practice that supports a variety of people. In our conversation we kept returning to the power of your day to day life and the habits and practices you build. Listen in to learn more!

Episode 36Do You Self Sabotage? In this week’s episode we challenge you to look at how you approach true wellbeing. Are you an 80/20, everything in moderation, cycle through what you consider “good and bad” mindset? Do you find yourself with an intention and then end up making deals with yourself to get what you may want in the moment. We examine the role our minds and what we absorb externally as the vehicle in our decision making. We share ways you can trust your body, your intuition and strengthen your mindset so you stay committed and consistent in your health!

Episode 35Is More Really Better?It's easy to fall into the belief that more is better when it comes to things that benefit us. If what's trending is going to give us A,B or C then we are going all in and often putting blinders on to the other necessary things that impact our overall health both inside and out. In this week's episode we discuss embracing the "newness" while also making a priority for a well rounded routine that includes a variety of types of movement, all food groups, and self-care habits. We chat about how this starts with the commitment of continued education and the confidence we have in how our bodies work, its needs and the choices we can make to support that.

Episode 34The Bottom Line: Organic FoodIn this weeks; The Bottom Line Series. We talk about if buying organic food is really worth it. Is it worth the cost? Should it be all your food or specific ones? How to read organic labeling and more on what you need to know to make the most informed decisions for your health.

Episode 33Ariel & Elise @Fixxed Studios This weeks episode we have an opportunity to talk to Ariel and Elise owners of Fixxed Studios and Elise owner of Sweat Fixx. Both of them bring passion and drive to their mission of growth, support and encouraging everyone to feel strong, move regularly and take care of the body they are gifted for life. Building community and trust through education is in our opinion one of the biggest reason they have had so much success! Oh, and they have fun! We chat women’s health, motherhood, business, fitness and more! @fixxedstudios@sweatfixx@[email protected]://www.sweatfixx.comhttps://www.fixxedstudios.com

In this weeks episode @jenine_marino_wright is sharing with us all the goodness that is in her newly published gift to us: Live Better Journal✨We discuss her hope for it and the why behind why she created it! In her Live Better Journal, you’ll learn how to optimize every aspect of your life for vibrant health and deep, lasting well-being. We talk about how this journal is a tool to elevate your life by considering all of the pillars of health that allow you to thrive. You cannot live your best life without attention to all of these foundations. They all work together and affect one another. Pick up Jenine’s, Live Better Journal as a companion to embark on a journey of true wellbeing! ✨You can purchase @fitlifestudios and from Amazon.