What does it mean to truly "have it all" and why does chasing it often leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or numb? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Amanda Goetz, author of the new book Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have, for a refreshingly honest conversation about modern ambition, parenting, and self-compassion.

Amanda shares her powerful "character theory" fram...

Untwist Me: Faith, Healing & Emotional Freedom with Elena Huggins

What if faith could do more than just comfort you—it could actually liberate you from anxiety, trauma, and emotional pain? This week on the Natalie Tysdal Podcast, I'm joined by author and pastoral care leader Elena Huggins, whose life journey will inspire anyone struggling with mental or emotional health. Drawing from her work with trauma v...

Ever feel stuck in patterns you can't shake—self-doubt, procrastination, perfectionism? In this episode, host Natalie Tysdal sits down with Shelly Lefkoe, co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute, to uncover how invisible beliefs shape your health, habits, and confidence. More importantly—Shelly shows how you can change them, permanently.

You'll learn:

 
• Where limiting beliefs come from—and why most people don't realize the...

Parenting while caring for yourself can feel impossible—but it doesn't have to. In this episode, Natalie welcomes Holly Swenson—author, registered nurse, and mother of four—who shares her four-step framework for moving from burnout to balance. Her book, Stop, Drop, Grow and Glow, offers practical, mindful strategies for parents to thrive without losing themselves in the process.

Whether you're juggling toddlers, teenagers, a demand...

The Liver Reset: Real Talk with Lisa Pickart

Here's the truth: if you're fighting fatigue, weight gain, digestive issues, or brain fog, your liver may be the missing piece. Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Lisa Pickart—nutrition & fitness coach, empty nester, and outspoken advocate for liver health—to unpack why this overlooked organ drives your energy, metabolism, hormones, and mood.

Expect clear, actio...

Ready to move beyond "goops and creams"? In this episode, Natalie sits down with
Cathy Goldstein—functional medicine leader, acupuncturist, and founder of Tru Energy Skincare—to uncover what really drives healthy, glowing skin.

Drawing from Cathy's own healing journey, they cut through beauty-industry noise and dig into the science, energy, and everyday habits that transform skin from the inside out.

What You'll Learn

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Headaches, food sensitivities, fatigue—but "normal" test results? You may be dealing with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). In this episode of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast, Natalie sits down with Dr. Kelly McCann, a leading expert in functional, integrative, and environmental medicine, to break down what MCAS really is, why it's on the rise, and how you can find answers and healing.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

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Are you struggling with unexplained health issues like fatigue, anxiety, or mysterious allergies? Toxic mold might be the hidden culprit. In this eye-opening episode, Natalie sits down with holistic nutritionist and mold expert Danielle Wollmann to uncover the silent dangers of indoor mold and reveal practical steps to reclaim your health and home. Discover how to identify symptoms, test for mold, and start healing—plus, learn why ...

In This Conversation, We Cover

 

• What seed oils are and what makes them different from olive oil, butter, or coconut oil

 

• Why seed oils are controversial—even among doctors and nutritionists

 

• The connection between omega-6 fats, inflammation, and chronic disease risk

 

• Where seed oils are hiding in "health" foods, snacks, and supplements

 

• Natalie's favorite healthy oils and fats for cooking, baking, and salads

 

• ...

If you're frustrated by weight gain, depleted energy, or feel like your metabolism suddenly hit a wall, you're not alone—especially if you're navigating the hormonal rollercoaster of perimenopause or menopause.

In this empowering episode, health journalist Natalie Tysdal is joined by Stephanie Crassweller, international speaker, master's-level nutrition coach, and host of the Metabolism and Menopause Podcast. Together, they dive...

Feeling off—low energy, cravings, brain fog, or sluggish digestion? Your gut might be to blame. In this solo episode, veteran health journalist Natalie Tysdal shares her personal gut health journey and reveals the everyday foods that can reset your digestion, fuel your energy, and elevate your mood—without expensive supplements or gimmicks.
  
You'll get science-backed tips, practical insights, and ...


If you're constantly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in "hustle mode," this episode offers hope, encouragement, and tools grounded in both faith and neuroscience. Health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Alicia Michelle—certified neuro coach and author of Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture—to explore how we can rewire emotional patterns, manage anxiety, and find lasting...


What Is Glutathione and Why Do You Need More of It? with Dr. Nayan Patel

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Turning Hardship Into Healing: Lessons in Women's Mental Health & Self-Compassion with Helene Beck

Struggling with low energy, brain fog, or changes in your skin and mood? In this episode, health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with functional medicine expert Nelly Gall, PA-C to break down what's really going on with your hormones—and how you can take back your health and beauty, naturally.

Have you ever Googled a health question late at night and ended up more confused than when you started?