393: Importance of Enzymes for Protein Absorption with Wade Lightheart

Ever thought the air inside your home might be worse than the air outside? Yeah, sounds wild, but in this episode of Midlife Conversations, I dive into this crucial (and surprising!) topic with Mike Feldstein, founder of Jasper air filters. What’s really lurking in our indoor air? And why does it matter so much for things like sleep, aging, and your overall well-being? Mike has a powerful story—he’s gone from wildfire disaster recovery to creating innovative air filtration solutions, and he's sharing what he's learned about what’s floating around our homes. We’re talking real eye-openers here: the unexpected sources of indoor pollution, the truth about those “popular” air purifiers, and why most don’t really do the job. You might be surprised where the air in your home is the dirtiest—think specific rooms, not just everywhere. And what about all the hype around houseplants? Are they really helping clean the air? Let’s just say Mike has some thoughts on that. If you’re ready to uncover what’s in your air and why it matters more than ever, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Grab your Air Purifier for $400 off today! www.midlifeconversations.com/jaspr use the code NatalieJill at checkout.    Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube     Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Sign Up for the FREE Masterclass: www.midlifeconversations.com/gut    Ever feel like you’re doing everything right but still struggling with your health? This week, I’m chatting with my friend Laura Frontiero, aka the Gut Genie, about something most of us never even think about… parasites. Yep, and this episode is gonna blow your mind. We dive into my own health journey—unexplained blood sugar spikes and brain fog that seemed to come out of nowhere, and how Laura helped me uncover the shocking parasite when conventional doctors couldn’t figure it out. Could parasites be behind your mystery symptoms? We talk about how easy it is to get parasites (way easier than you think), and how parasites can do serious damage to your mental and physical health. You'll also learn why detoxing is more than just a buzzword—it’s a game-changer.   Even if you don’t eat sushi or rare meat, you probably eat some of the other common foods that parasites love to hide in, so you need to hear this. Tune in to hear how addressing this could be the missing link for you, and get the details on a free, live workshop where Laura shares even more personalized insights. Trust me, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.   Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube     Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Struggling with stubborn belly fat after 40? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not stuck with it. In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I’m sharing 5 powerful belly fat-burning hacks that might surprise you. Ever wondered how a simple change in your daily steps can shrink your waistline? Or curious why some of the most unexpected muscles in your body are key to shrinking your waistline?  I’m gonna tell you about: A simple evening routine that could completely transform your metabolism. The one thing you're doing at night that's slowing down your fat loss. Why the right kind of protein is your secret weapon for keeping off unwanted weight. How cutting back on one popular drink might unlock your body's fat-burning potential. Ready to discover what these hacks are? Tune in and find out these 5 belly fat reducing strategies that really work! Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube     Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit    

Start Using a Carol Bike Today Risk Free: midlifeconversations.com/carolbike    Ever wish you could get the benefits of an intense workout without spending hours in the gym? Same. That’s why I sat down with Ulrich Dempfle, the genius behind Carol Bikes, to dive into ReHIIT—reduced exertion high-intensity interval training. It’s not just revolutionary; it’s changing everything. Here’s the deal: for women in midlife, too much cardio can actually raise cortisol levels, leading to—you guessed it—belly fat. But with the Carol Bike, you get the maximum cardio benefits in just 5 minutes, 3 days a week! No long sessions, no messing up your hormones. You burn belly fat instead of causing it. How amazing is that? We dive into how this AI-powered bike transforms your workout in just minutes, boosting your cardio, improving VO2 max, and torching calories—all while working with your body, not against it. Want to know how this game-changing bike can fit into your life? This is the one exercise bike that every woman in midlife needs to consider getting. Trust me, it’s the ultimate age-optimizing cardio tool, giving you all the benefits of cardio in a fraction of the time.   Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube     Start Using a Carol Bike Today Risk Free: midlifeconversations.com/carolbike  Learn more about Carol Bike at: Carol Bikes Instagram: www.instagram.com/thecarolbike  Carol Bikes Website: midlifeconversations.com/carolbike  Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Ever feel like life throws you curveballs just when you think you’ve got it all figured out?In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I sit down with Maria Kang, a total fitness icon, who’s sharing her journey through something she never expected—a stage four cancer diagnosis. Maria’s story is a powerful one. She’s spent her life dedicated to health and fitness, but all of that was flipped upside down. We dive into how she handled it, the struggles she’s faced before (including her battle with an eating disorder), and how her mom’s health issues pushed her to a new level of self-awareness. Maria also opens up about her spiritual awakening—letting go of emotional trauma, finding self-love, and even using meditation and plant medicine to heal. We’re talking about everything from leaning into adversity, connecting with your inner child, and leaning on your community for healing. It’s real, raw, and something you’ve got to hear. Are you ready to turn life’s biggest challenges into your biggest transformations?  Learn more about Maria Kang at: Maria Kang's Instagram: www.instagram.com/mariakangfitness  Maria Kang's Website: www.mariakang.com  Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube   Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Ever feel like your blood sugar is all over the place, especially during menopause? You're not imagining it! In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I sit down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, a women’s health expert, to break down exactly why your blood sugar is fluctuating and how your hormones are playing a major role.    Some topics we cover: Why do blood sugar levels spike and dip more in midlife? How hormone fluctuations can mess with your blood sugar Is HRT the missing piece to stabilizing blood sugar?   We also cover the latest buzz in the health world—think continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and GLP-1 agonists—and how these tools can help. If you’ve been feeling a little off or just curious about how to manage these changes better, this episode has the answers. Trust me, you’ll want to tune in!    Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube    Learn more about Dr. Mariza Snyder at: Dr. Snyders Instagram: www.instagram.com/drmariza Thriving in Peri & Menopause Summit: www.dr.mariza.com/thrivingsummit  Top Blood Sugar Hacks: www.drmariza.com/blood-sugar-hacks   Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Welcome back to another exciting travel episode of *Midlife Conversations*!   Picture this: Brooks and I are settling into Business Class on our flight to Italy, and guess who’s sitting nearby? *Russell Brand!* Yep, it happened, and the story just gets crazier from there.   We’re spilling all the fun (and a few stressful) details from our two-week adventure in Italy. From lost bags and Gatwick nightmares to Vespa rides through Rome and endless gluten-free pizza and gelato, it was a whirlwind. Want to know how we kept it together and still had a blast?   Curious about our top travel hacks that saved the trip? (Hint: AirTags are a game-changer!)   Listen here or head over to Midlife Conversations in YouTube if you want to watch Brooks and I share the full story—this episode is packed with unforgettable moments you don’t want to miss!       Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   

  Ever wonder if hormone replacement therapy (HRT) really causes cancer? Or why there’s so much confusion around bioidentical hormones? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Maria and Kristen from Wise and Well to bust some of the biggest menopause myths out there. Have you heard about the flawed WHI study that sparked fear around HRT? Curious about how progesterone and testosterone play a bigger role in your health than you might think? We’re diving into all of that—plus the truth about synthetic hormones, birth control, and how to make hormone therapy actually work for you. But it’s not just about managing symptoms. This is about really understanding how HRT impacts your health and learning how to advocate for yourself with the right doctors. If you’ve ever had questions about menopause or hormones, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss. Watch the episode on YouTube here! And don’t forget to check out Maria and Kristen’s book, The Great Menopause Myth: The Truth on Mastering Midlife Hormonal Mayhem, Beating Uncomfortable Symptoms, and Aging to Thrive. You can grab your copy here! Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit  

Ready to uncover the real secret to losing menopause belly fat—and why it's not what you think?   What if the key to shedding those stubborn pounds isn’t about eating less or logging more hours on the treadmill?   In this episode of Midlife Conversations, we dig deep into the real reasons behind menopausal weight gain. Could it be your hormones? Your lifestyle? Or maybe something else entirely?   Plus, I’ll show you how to become your own health detective—uncovering the hidden mysteries of your gut, thyroid, and hormone health.   But here’s the big question: What’s the one thing you must do to finally lose that belly fat? It’s probably not what you're expecting. Tune in to find out! Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don’t worry! We won’t air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Womenjoin.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to [email protected] Connect with me on your social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

Join in on the Master Class and Ask Anything If you’re a woman over 40, this is the episode of Midlife Conversations you cannot miss. Menopause doesn’t have to be miserable, and in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Anna Cabeca, the woman who helped me reverse my hot flashes and completely changed my life. Dr. Anna is a triple-board-certified doctor and an expert in women’s health, and together we’re diving into everything you need to know to thrive through menopause. Here’s what you’ll learn: How Dr. Anna helped me get rid of my hot flashes—and how you can do the same What’s really going on with your hormones and how to get them back in balance How to avoid synthetic hormones and make natural lifestyle shifts that will leave you feeling better than ever The truth about hormone therapy and what you need to know Key steps to take control of your health during menopause, from nutrition to movement and mindset This episode is packed with actionable advice to help you take control of your body, feel great, and embrace menopause with confidence. If you’re ready to stop dreading menopause and start thriving, you need this episode.   Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/NatalieJillYouTube     Want to yo deeper with Natalie and Dr. Cabecca on this topic? Sign up for their FREE Magic Menopause Masterclass here : https://order.magicmenopause.com/natalie