This episode is the one I hoped I would never have to record, but it is also the one my heart insisted on sharing. I talk through my mom’s Alzheimer’s journey, how it shaped my life, and why it still influences the choices I make every single day. It is emotional, honest, and very real, so thank you for letting me bring you into this part of my world.

I also dig into what Alzheimer’s actually is, the early signs families often miss, what caregiving really feels like, and the small daily habits that can support long term brain health. If this conversation brings up memories of someone you love, I hope it helps you feel a little less alone and a lot more supported.

Highlights:

(01:38) Why recording this episode felt almost impossible

(04:22) The moment Melissa realized the earliest signs in her mom were more than aging

(07:55) Personal stories that show what mild and moderate dementia really look like

(10:48) The emotional reality of caregiving and the weight of ambiguous grief

(13:40) Practical habits that support brain health and may reduce risk

(17:52) How Forget Me Not Alz was born and ways listeners can get involved

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In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Lea Wood, nurse practitioner and regenerative medicine expert, to talk about the one topic most people avoid but everyone’s curious about - sexual wellness.

We explore how sex impacts physical and emotional health, why hormones matter more than you think, and how treatments like the O Shot and P Shot are changing lives (and relationships).

From hormone myths to hilarious WTF moments, this chat is informative, candid, and refreshingly real. Grab your Limoncello and get ready to rethink what it means to feel truly well - body, mind, and bedroom included.

Here are the highlights:

How sex supports your heart and happiness (03:00)

Why better sex means better sleep (06:10)

Breaking myths around menopause and desire (08:10)

The O Shot, P Shot, and everything in between (16:45)

Fitness, food, and the sex–circulation connection (28:20)

How to find a doctor who gets it (32:45)

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Today’s episode is thought provoking.

I’m chatting with Dr Jeff Farrah - a chiropractor and nurse practitioner who’s spent nearly two decades helping people feel their best through hormone optimization, medical weight loss and longevity.

We talk about what it really means to live well for longer - from diet and exercise to recovery, brain health and peptides.

Expect honest insights, a few lightbulb moments, and maybe a rethink about how you approach your own wellness routine.

Highlights:

(04:32) Creatine isn’t just for muscles, it’s for brain health

(16:45) The simple truth about diet and living longer

(38:10) Why walking daily might be your best medicine

(54:02) The secret power of recovery and rest

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