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Hey Friend,    If you’ve been hitting a wall by mid-afternoon… craving sugar even though you’re “eating well”… or feeling like weight loss just won’t respond anymore— this episode was for you. In today’s conversation, I slowed things down and walked through blood sugar stability—what it actually is, why it matters more than calories after 35, and why your body may not be working against you at all. In fact, it may be doing exactly what God designed it to do: protect you. Here’s what we covered: What blood sugar stability really means (and what it doesn’t) Why blood sugar is a communication system, not a standalone issue How stress, cortisol, hormones, and the nervous system are affected by unstable blood sugar Common signs your blood sugar may be swinging—without needing fancy testing Why weight gain after 35 isn’t punishment, but feedback The role of consistent nourishment and protein in calming cravings and stabilizing energy Why this is a long-term stewardship issue, not a quick fix One of the most important reminders from this episode is this: Your body isn’t broken. It’s responding. When blood sugar swings up and down, your body compensates by raising cortisol, increasing fat storage, and staying on high alert. That’s not failure—that’s a safety response. And the good news? Communication can be supported. Patterns can change. Health can be restored—slowly and sustainably. Your next step (keep it simple): I’ve created a Simple Blood Sugar Foundations Guide to help you understand what your body is asking for without dieting, tracking, or overwhelm. This guide is available inside my membership, The Women’s Functional Health Lab. The Lab opens February 13th, and waitlist members receive early access and bonuses (the price does not change). If this episode resonated, I strongly encourage you to get on the waitlist so you don’t miss those extras. And remember—you don’t need to fix everything. You just need to start with the next right step.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey friend,   As part of our January 2026 Reset, I’m revisiting some of the most foundational and impactful episodes from Functional Medicine for Christian Women. This episode is one I still come back to often—because it speaks directly to the women who feel like they’ve tried everything and are still stuck. If you’re dealing with ongoing fatigue, hormone symptoms, anxiety, inflammation, or unexplained health issues—and you keep hearing that your labs look “normal”—this conversation is for you. In this episode, I walk you through why so many women stay caught in cycles of exhaustion and imbalance, even when they’re doing all the “right” things. We talk about the hidden disruptors that are often overlooked, including: Chronic inflammation Stress and nervous system overload Environmental and internal toxin load Blood sugar and metabolic imbalance More importantly, I explain how a functional health approach helps us step back, look at patterns, and start addressing root causes instead of chasing symptoms. This episode also introduces the framework I’ve used for years to help women move from survival mode into steadier energy, clearer thinking, and long-term health. While the structure of my work has evolved, the foundation remains the same: your body is not broken—it’s responding. As you listen, I encourage you to do this one thing: Don’t rush to fix. Listen for what resonates. Notice what brings relief or clarity. That awareness is often the first step toward real change. What’s Next 💛 Join the Waitlist for The Women’s Functional Health Lab If you’re ready for a calmer, more sustainable way to support your health—one that blends functional medicine with Biblical wisdom—you’ll want to be on the waitlist. This membership is designed to help you learn your body, support foundational systems, and move forward without overwhelm. 💬 Join the Community Looking for support from like-minded Christian women who are tired of guessing and ready for real answers? Join the free community at:community.functionalhealthforwomen.com Related Episodes You Might Enjoy 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Band-Aid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Disclaimer The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing shared here replaces the advice of your licensed medical provider. This podcast does not establish a doctor–patient relationship.

Hey Friend, If you’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed by the pressure of resolutions—or just plain worn out—this episode is for you. We're doing January differently this year. Instead of pushing harder or chasing a “new you,” I’m inviting you to reset with purpose. This month, we’re stepping back to revisit the foundations—personally, in our home, and right here on the podcast. In this episode, I’m sharing: Why our family is choosing to slow down and realign instead of pushing harder Why I’m retiring the Functional Hormone Reset (and what’s replacing it) The heart and vision behind the Women’s Functional Health Lab What your body is really saying when you feel foggy, exhausted, irritable, or “off” How daily lifestyle rhythms—not just supplements—help create hormonal stability Why your nervous system, blood sugar, and sleep rhythms are more important than you think The power of laying your health at the feet of Jesus and asking for wisdom This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things, in the right order, with the right heart posture. 👉 Your body isn’t broken. It just needs the right environment—physically and spiritually—to do what God designed it to do. And if you’ve been thinking “I just need help making all of this doable in real life,” I’ve built that space for you inside the Women’s Functional Health Lab—a monthly membership that helps you walk this out step by step. 💛 In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✔️ Why chronic symptoms aren’t random—they’re responsive ✔️ How blood sugar, circadian rhythm, and stress impact hormones ✔️ The power of daily rhythms like morning sunlight, wind-downs, and movement ✔️ Why slowing down in January might be the most productive thing you do ✔️ What it means to steward your health and your year with biblical wisdom ✔️ How the Women’s Functional Health Lab is bringing accessibility + affordability to functional medicine “Your hormones are not random. They are responsive. And your healing doesn’t begin with hustling—it begins with surrender.”   Before you go… 💛 Join the Waitlist – The Women’s Functional Health LabIf you’re ready for a calmer, more sustainable way to support your health—one that integrates functional medicine with Biblical wisdom—you’ll want to be on the waitlist for the Lab.→ Join here 💬 Come join the conversationLooking for a place to connect with like-minded Christian women who are done guessing and ready for real answers?Join my free community at:community.functionalhealthforwomen.com You don’t have to do this alone.There is a steadier, wiser way forward. In grace + health,Lacy Lain   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey friend, As we step into January, I’m intentionally revisiting some of the most listened-to and most impactful conversations from the very beginning of Functional Medicine for Christian Women until now. This episode is one of them. If you’ve ever cut out foods, followed the “right” plan, stayed disciplined, and still felt stuck—or even worse than before—this conversation will feel very familiar. In this episode, I sat down with two women I deeply respect to talk honestly about why so many Christian women feel like they’re doing everything “right” with their health and still not seeing lasting results. You’ll hear from: Shaela Daugherty, host of the Simple Fitness Habits podcast Brittany Braswell, host of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast Together, we talk candidly about what’s really happening beneath the surface when health efforts stop working. In this episode, we cover: Why fad diets like keto, “no carbs,” or extreme clean eating can backfire on hormones, metabolism, and stress levels How chronic dieting can push the body into a survival state, raise cortisol, and make weight loss harder over time Why “I just need to be more disciplined” is not the real problem How diet culture fuels comparison, obsession, and shame instead of freedom in Christ The difference between quick-fix results and long-term, sustainable health What it actually looks like to surrender your health to the Lord and begin rebuilding trust with your body This was not a scripted or polished conversation. We hit record on a real, honest discussion—sharing stories from our own lives, from women we’ve walked alongside, and from what we see over and over again in Christian women who are exhausted from trying harder instead of being supported better. And if you need a little levity in the middle of a heavy topic, make sure you stay until the end. Shaela and I give Brittany a challenge that had all of us laughing—and it paints a pretty accurate picture of just how exhausting diet culture can be. As part of this January Reset, I encourage you to listen with fresh ears. Not to figure out what you should do next—but to notice what resonates, what brings relief, and what might be inviting you to slow down and support your body differently. Before you go… 💛 Join the Waitlist – The Women’s Functional Health Lab If you’re ready for a calmer, more sustainable way to support your health—one that integrates functional medicine with Biblical wisdom—you’ll want to be on the waitlist for the Lab. → Join here 💬 Come join the conversation Looking for a place to connect with like-minded Christian women who are done guessing and ready for real answers? Join my free community at: community.functionalhealthforwomen.com You don’t have to do this alone. There is a steadier, wiser way forward. In grace + health, Lacy Lain   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    As we head into a new year, I wanted to pause and share something important with you. In this short episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s coming next for the Functional Medicine for Christian Women podcast—and why 2026 will be the most intentional, focused, and supportive year yet. January will look a little different around here. Instead of brand-new weekly episodes, I’ll be re-airing the five most impactful episodes from the podcast—episodes that listeners consistently tell me helped them finally understand what was going on in their bodies. Along with each re-aired episode, I’ll also be sharing exciting updates about what’s coming in the year ahead. In this episode, I share: Why January will be a reset and re-air month How the podcast is shifting in 2026 (and why) The five core pillars we’ll be focusing on moving forward What you can expect in terms of education, tools, and conversations Why this is the most planned and prayerfully considered season of the podcast yet In 2026, the podcast will be centered around the topics I’m asked about most in client appointments and conversations, including: Blood sugar and metabolic stability Gut health, digestion, and inflammation Stress, cortisol, and nervous system safety Hormones and thyroid as downstream systems Faith, stewardship, and sustainable health We’ll also be bringing in thoughtful guests and strategic partners to help you feel informed and confident as you navigate topics like blood sugar balance, hormone health, gut health, GLP-1 medications, and glucose monitors—always through a calm, Biblical, and functional medicine lens. If you’ve been craving clarity, simplicity, and a more sustainable approach to your health, you’re in the right place.     Thank you for being here, for listening, and for trusting me to walk alongside you in this season. January is a reset—and what’s coming next is something I can’t wait to share. Stay tuned. In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    If food has felt confusing or heavy lately, this week’s podcast episode was created just for you. So many women have been taught that balancing blood sugar means counting, tracking, restricting, or starting over again. But that kind of pressure only creates more stress… and stress is one of the biggest disruptors of hormones and energy. In this short episode of Functional Medicine for Christian Women, I’m sharing a simple, freeing approach to blood sugar balance that doesn’t involve counting macros, calories, or following another rigid plan. Inside the episode, we talk about: • What blood sugar balance really is (and what it’s not) • Why diet culture makes this harder than it needs to be • A simple framework for eating that supports hormones and energy • How nourishment creates safety for your body instead of stress And to support you even more, I’ve also created a free, printable tool you can start using right away: • A 1-page blood sugar guide You can find both inside my Holistic Health Hub, which is completely free and filled with functional medicine tools for women and children. Friend, you don’t need more rules around food. You need rhythms that support your body and bring peace back to the table.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,   If hormones feel like a puzzle you can’t solve, today’s podcast episode is for you. In this episode, we go deeper than supplements and surface-level fixes. We talk about what I call the blueprint—the daily, doable lifestyle rhythms that actually create hormonal stability. This is where lifestyle medicine starts to work. If you’ve been feeling exhausted, foggy, irritable, bloated, or just “off,” it’s not because you’re failing or broken. Most often, it’s because your body is responding to an environment that’s out of sync—blood sugar swings, disrupted circadian rhythm, and chronic stress all working together. And supplements alone cannot override that. In this episode, I walk you through: Why fatigue is often rooted in blood sugar, stress, and circadian rhythm How simple daily rhythms like morning sunlight, evening wind-downs, and gentle movement support cortisol and energy Why fitting these habits into your real schedule matters more than doing them “perfectly” How your nervous system sets the tone for mood, digestion, and hormone balance Why consistency and simplicity matter more than doing everything at once I also share personally about walking through prolonged stress, how it impacted my body, and what it’s looked like to rebuild rhythms in real life—not in an ideal, Pinterest-perfect world. Here’s the key takeaway I want you to hear: Your hormones are not random. They are responsive. They respond to how you sleep, how you eat, how you move, how you rest, and how much stress you’re carrying. When we align our lifestyle with the rhythms God designed—sleep, nourishment, movement, and rest—our hormones follow. Not because we forced them. But because we supported them. I also talk about simple practices like breath prayers, protein-rich meals, regular movement, and calming your nervous system while eating—things that regulate digestion and mood far more effectively than chasing the next supplement. And if you’re listening and thinking, “This makes sense, but I need help building this into my real life,” that’s exactly why the Women’s Functional Health Lab exists. Inside the Lab, we focus on building these rhythms step by step, with clarity, grace, and a plan that actually fits your life. If you want to be first to know when the Lab opens again (and access our upcoming bonus), make sure you’re on the waitlist. You are not alone. You are not broken. Your body just needs the right environment to do what God designed it to do. I’ll meet you inside the episode.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more!   

Hey Friend,  f you’ve ever felt stumped by your hormones, like no matter what you try nothing seems to make sense, this new two-part podcast series is going to help you breathe again. This week on Functional Medicine for Christian Women, I’m breaking down the hormone puzzle in a way that’s simple, Biblical, and actually makes sense. And spoiler: 👉 It’s not about finding the perfect supplement. 👉 It’s not about pushing harder. 👉 It’s not about guessing what’s wrong. It’s about lifestyle medicine and the God-designed rhythms that your hormones depend on to function. In this two-part mini-series, I walk you through: ✨ Why hormone protocols feel overwhelming and rarely solve the root issue ✨ The five lifestyle pillars that carry most of your hormone balance ✨ Which supplements can help and why they will never fix lifestyle gaps ✨ How stress, sleep, nourishment, and rest create hormonal stability ✨ Why perimenopause chaos is a communication issue, not a failure of your body If you’ve been trying to do this on your own and feel stuck, confused, or discouraged, friend, you don’t have to keep guessing. The Women’s Functional Health Lab is reopening soon, and you will definitely want to be on the waitlist. We’re doing a huge November sale with holiday bonuses to help you stay grounded and healthy through the winter season. ✨ Join the waitlist here → And if you haven’t joined our free Facebook community, come hang out with us there for more practical tools, encouragement, and updates on everything coming in November. You don’t have to be stumped anymore. Your hormones simply need the right environment to thrive.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources  Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com        Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,  Today’s episode is one so many Christian women have quietly asked for, and I finally decided it was time to bring it into the light. I just released a brand-new podcast episode The Sex Episode! It’s honest, gentle, and based on truth. If you’ve ever struggled with shame around your body, your story, or intimacy within marriage… this conversation will give you language, compassion, and hope. Inside the episode, we talk about: Why shame shows up in our bodies How our past experiences shape our view of intimacy The difference between cultural narratives and biblical truth What healing can actually look like for Christian women This is one of those episodes that many women will listen to in the car or on a walk with headphones in, just to have a safe space to think and breathe.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources and links mentioned in the episode Use this section like mini shownotes so you can click through easily or add any extra links you want to include on your end. Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Grab the free Ultimate Protein GuideA practical guide to help you hit your protein goals without obsessing over food.👉 hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  Brittany’s podcast: Faith Filled Food FreedomFor Christ centered support with your relationship to food and body.👉 Faith Filled Food Freedom Podcast  Game plan and habit stacking episodes we referenced Brittany’s “Game Plan” episode from January 2024👉 Episode link  Work with each of us Movement and strength: The Stronger Collective with Shaela👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Food freedom and gentle nutrition: Brittany’s programs👉 Work with Brittany  Functional hormone and root cause support: my programs for Christian women👉 Work with Lacy    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more!   

Hey Friend, Have you ever cut out your favorite foods, tried the “next best diet,” and still ended up right back where you started… or worse? In this week’s episode of Functional Medicine for Christian Women, I sat down with two of my favorite people to talk about the real reason so many Christian women feel like they are doing everything “right” in their health and still not seeing lasting results. You will hear from: Shaela Daugherty, host of the Simple Fitness Habits podcast Brittany Braswell, host of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast Together, we talk honestly about: Why fad diets like keto, “no carbs,” or extreme clean eating can backfire on your hormones, metabolism, and stress levels How chronic dieting can push your body into “starvation mode,” raise cortisol, and make weight loss harder over time Why “I just need to be more disciplined” is not the real problem How diet culture feeds comparison, obsession, and shame instead of true freedom in Christ The difference between quick-fix results and long-term, sustainable health habits What it actually looks like to surrender your health to the Lord and start rebuilding trust with your body This was not a perfectly scripted conversation. We hit record on a real, unedited talk so you could listen in as if you were sitting at the table with us. You will hear stories from our own lives, from clients we have walked with, and some gentle but needed truth about where you are placing your trust when it comes to your body. And if you need a little fun in the middle of all this… stay to the very end. Shaela and I give Brittany a challenge that had all of us laughing, and I think it will give you a helpful picture of just how exhausting fad diet culture can be.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is designed to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health   Resources and links mentioned in the episode Use this section like mini shownotes so you can click through easily or add any extra links you want to include on your end. Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Grab the free Ultimate Protein GuideA practical guide to help you hit your protein goals without obsessing over food.👉 hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  Brittany’s podcast: Faith Filled Food FreedomFor Christ centered support with your relationship to food and body.👉 Faith Filled Food Freedom Podcast  Game plan and habit stacking episodes we referenced Brittany’s “Game Plan” episode from January 2024👉 Episode link  Work with each of us Movement and strength: The Stronger Collective with Shaela👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Food freedom and gentle nutrition: Brittany’s programs👉 Work with Brittany  Functional hormone and root cause support: my programs for Christian women👉 Work with Lacy    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    You know that feeling when you are “doing all the things” and still not seeing the progress you hoped for? Tracking macros. Saving workouts on Pinterest. Maybe even finishing 75 Hard.Yet the scale, your energy, or your mood are not really changing. If you have ever thought, “What am I doing wrong?” or “Why am I stuck?”, I want you to hear this new conversation. I recently sat down with my best friends, Shaela Daugherty (The Stronger Collective) and Brittany Braswell (Faith Filled Food Freedom Podcast), for a completely unscripted, bestie-style conversation about what we call “the boring basics” in health and fitness. Nothing fancy. No shiny hacks. Just the simple, repeatable things that actually work, for your body and your walk with the Lord. Inside the episode, we talk about: Why hopping from one program to another keeps you stuck and exhausted How social media has trained us to crave quick results and constant novelty The truth about “muscle confusion,” diet trends, and quick fixes Why the most powerful habits often feel very ordinary How faith, discipline, and consistency all work together What it looks like to honor God with your health in a real, sustainable way We also get really honest about our own struggles with consistency. There is a part of the conversation where I share how tempting it was to ditch my simple strength plan and follow the “fun” workouts I saw other women doing at the gym. My body did not need another shiny plan. It needed the same lifts, again and again, so it could actually grow stronger. That is what this whole episode is about: Stop chasing motivation. Start mastering the mundane. For the Christian woman who is Googling things like“Why am I not losing weight even though I work out?”or asking ChatGPT“How do I stay motivated to be healthy as a busy mom?” This conversation is a grace filled reset. We talk about how doing the same simple thingslifting, walking, praying, eating balanced meals, going to bed on timecreates the rhythm where real physical and spiritual transformation happens. A few simple “boring basics” we encourage you to start with: Eat protein at every meal Drink a glass of water every time you eat Choose one small habit and stick with it for at least 12 weeks Ask for accountability instead of trying to do it alone Anchor your routines to time with the Lord, not just willpower You do not need a more complicated plan. You need a faithful one.God often does His deepest work in the quiet, ordinary choices that no one sees. In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Inside: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is OPEN NOW with a sale and special bonuses to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Join The Stronger Collective App   Learn more by clicking here.        Resources and links mentioned in the episode Use this section like mini shownotes so you can click through easily or add any extra links you want to include on your end. Join The Stronger CollectiveShaela’s strength and movement community that keeps your workouts simple, progressive, and doable in real life.👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Grab the free Ultimate Protein GuideA practical guide to help you hit your protein goals without obsessing over food.👉 hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  Brittany’s podcast: Faith Filled Food FreedomFor Christ centered support with your relationship to food and body.👉 Faith Filled Food Freedom Podcast  Game plan and habit stacking episodes we referenced Brittany’s “Game Plan” episode from January 2024👉 Episode link  Shaela’s “Habit Stacking” episode👉 Episode link  Work with each of us Movement and strength: The Stronger Collective with Shaela👉 www.thestrongerco.com  Food freedom and gentle nutrition: Brittany’s programs👉 Work with Brittany  Functional hormone and root cause support: my programs for Christian women👉 Work with Lacy    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    Have you ever been told, “Your labs are normal,” but deep down you know something’s not right? You’re not imagining it. Most lab ranges are based on averages — not optimal health. That means you can look “normal” on paper while your body is quietly struggling under the surface. In this week’s episode of Functional Medicine for Christian Women, we’re talking about what your labs might be missing. In Part 1 of this two-part series, I’m sharing: ✔ Why conventional “normal” ranges often fail women ✔ How hidden inflammation and low-grade infections can quietly disrupt hormones and energy ✔ The difference between managing disease and pursuing actual health If you’re tired of hearing “you’re fine” when you clearly don’t feel fine, this episode is going to give you hope and clarity. 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is reopening soon with a November sale and special holiday bonuses to help you stay healthy and balanced through the winter. You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one — join here →  🙌 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Get ongoing tools, encouragement, and details about our upcoming sale here →  Your body isn’t broken, it’s speaking. Let’s learn how to listen.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… 💛 Get on the Waitlist: The Women’s Functional Health Lab is reopening soon with a sale and special bonuses to help you get and stay healthy and balanced! You’ll want to be on the waitlist for this one! → JOIN HERE 💬 Come join the conversation! Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Join The Stronger Collective App   Learn more by clicking here.      Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,   This week’s episode is one I’ve been so excited to share. Perimenopause can be such a disorienting season — our hormones change, our emotions shift, and even our energy feels unpredictable. But God hasn’t changed. His truth still holds steady. In this week’s episode of Functional Medicine for Christian Women, I’m sharing: ✨ 5 Biblical Principles Every Woman Walking Through Perimenopause Needs ✨ We’ll talk about: 3 verses to memorize when you need peace and stability Daily habits that anchor your health and faith Why rest and rhythms are Biblical (not optional!) The power of community and healthy relationships How to honor your body through stewardship and surrender You’ll also find a free printable with all five principles, memory verses, and reflection prompts. It’s a perfect reminder to keep near your Bible or prayer journal when you need encouragement. And if you’re craving guidance and community for this season, I’d love to personally invite you to join us inside the Women’s Functional Health Lab Membership. It’s a peaceful, Christ-centered space to rebuild your rhythms, restore your energy, and renew your faith in your body’s design. Friend, you were never meant to walk through this season alone. God’s Word and His wisdom still bring peace — even in the middle of hormonal chaos.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… ✨ If you’re craving a calm, Christ-centered space to learn and heal, email me at [email protected] to become a founding member of the Women’s Functional Health Lab. I’ll send you all the details! 💬 Come join the conversation!Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Join The Stronger Collective App (NOW THROUGH SATURDAY BEFORE THE DOORS CLOSE!)  Learn more by clicking here.  REGISTER FOR BRITTANY'S BOOTCAMP: CLICK HERE    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    Did you know toxins might be one of the hidden reasons you’re still feeling tired, foggy, or stuck — even when you’ve tried everything else? We live in a world filled with them: in our food, our water, our cleaning supplies, even our skincare. Over time, the buildup can overwhelm your body’s ability to keep up. The result? Fatigue, hormone imbalances, stubborn weight, and more. In this episode, I’m sharing: ✔ The difference between detox and drainage (and why most people get this wrong) ✔ The everyday toxins that could be disrupting your health ✔ Simple, gentle steps to support your body’s God-given detox pathways ✔ A Biblical perspective on cleansing and stewardship   Detox doesn’t have to be extreme. It’s about working with your body the way God designed it.   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… ✨ If you’re craving a calm, Christ-centered space to learn and heal, email me at [email protected] to become a founding member of the Women’s Functional Health Lab. I’ll send you all the details! 💬 Come join the conversation!Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Join The Stronger Collective App (NOW THROUGH SATURDAY BEFORE THE DOORS CLOSE!)  Learn more by clicking here.  REGISTER FOR BRITTANY'S BOOTCAMP: CLICK HERE    Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more! 

Hey Friend,    So many women tell me they’re exhausted but still can’t sleep well. Maybe you toss and turn, wake up at 2–3 AM, or just try to push through on 5–6 hours a night. Here’s the truth: poor sleep doesn’t just make you tired. It disrupts your hormones, your metabolism, your mood, and even your immune system. In this episode I’m sharing: ✔ Why circadian rhythm is one of your body’s most powerful healing cycles ✔ The real impact of poor sleep on hormones, blood sugar, and brain health ✔ Practical steps for better sleep (morning sunlight, evening wind-down, and meal timing) ✔ A Biblical perspective on rest as God’s design, not a weakness   In grace + health,  Lacy Lain   Before you go… ✨ If you’re craving a calm, Christ-centered space to learn and heal, email me at [email protected] to become a founding member of the Women’s Functional Health Lab. I’ll send you all the details! 💬 Come join the conversation!Want to connect with like-minded Christian women who are taking control of their health? Join my free community at community.functionalhealthforwomen.com. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start getting REAL answers together.   Related Episodes You Might Enjoy: 07. Key Lab Markers Women Should Have Checked Regularly 24. The Magnesium-Gut Connection: Unlocking Metabolic Health 34. The Cost of Functional Medicine 52. How Inflammation, Toxins, and Stress Wreck Your Hormones - Inside the 3-Day Workshop for Exhausted Women (Hint: This is a GREAT place to start!) Bandaid Solutions vs. Functional Solutions in Women’s Health Join The Stronger Collective App (NOW THROUGH SATURDAY BEFORE THE DOORS CLOSE!)  Learn more by clicking here.       Disclaimer: Our life and health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice, treatment, or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Lacy Lain, FMCHC may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal physician’s care. It is the role of Lacy Lain and her Practitioners to partner with their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician. These platforms share personal experiences and provides education. Interaction on these platforms does not constitute a doctor/patient relationship. Thank you for listening to Functional Medicine for Christian Women! Where we cover functional medicine, natural medicine, hormones, bloating, gut health, sleep health and more!