In Episode 2 of the Hunters of Happiness podcast, Scott and Elise share the full story behind their one-year health transformation—what sparked it, what they changed, and why it’s impacted their happiness as much as their bodies.

They dive into the “why” of their health journey: postpartum autoimmune struggles, Elise’s Graves’ disease diagnosis, and the wake-up call that led them to pursue a more personalized, root-cause approach.

Scott and Elise break down what they did through a customized program (bloodwork, food sensitivity testing, glucose monitors, meal timing, exercise changes, and supplements), what was hardest in the beginning, and the surprising improvements they felt—especially reduced inflammation, clearer thinking, better energy, and major symptom relief. Scott also shares his unexpected discovery of celiac disease and the “brain fog lift” that made him realize he’d been operating far below his true baseline for years.

They wrap with practical takeaways on meal prep, doing it with kids, the 80/20 lifestyle approach, and how better health can create more freedom—not less. Finally, they close with the Trader Joe’s Bag Q&A, including why they rented a podcast studio and their favorite travel experiences (with Versailles and Hawaii as top highlights).

Happiness has a backstory—sometimes it starts with healing.