Optimal Metabolism

What if weight loss wasn't the ultimate goal—but instead the starting point for true health?
In this episode, I sit down with longevity-focused coach Jason Nelson to discuss the hidden side of modern fat loss culture. While many people are finally losing weight through restrictive dieting, excessive cardio, or GLP-1 medications, they're often left with low energy, muscle loss, metabolic dysfunction, and bodies that still don't feel healthy.
Jason explains why focusing only on the scale can actually move people further away from long-term vitality, and why muscle, bone density, metabolic resilience, and biological age are becoming the true markers of health and longevity.
We also have an honest conversation about GLP-1 medications and peptides—what's working, what's being overhyped, and what people absolutely need to understand before relying on these tools long-term.
If you've ever felt frustrated because you lost weight but still didn't feel well… this episode is for you.
WHAT WE DISCUSSED:
Why fat loss should be viewed as the entry point to longevity—not the final goal
The hidden metabolic consequences of aggressive weight loss
Muscle loss, fatigue, and slowed metabolism after dieting
Why some people lose weight but never regain their energy
What Jason is seeing with GLP-1 medications in the real world
The truth about peptides and modern fat loss therapies
The psychological cost of relying on external tools for control
Why muscle health matters more than ever after 40
Biological age vs chronological age—and why it matters
The future of fitness, metabolism, and longevity optimization
How to pursue sustainable fat loss without damaging your metabolism
FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM JASON NELSON:
Website: Body Image Health
Instagram:  @jaynelson0580
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What happens when a pharmacist of 30+ years realizes the system she was trained in isn't actually helping people heal?
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Amanda Yue, PharmD, to discuss her journey from conventional pharmacy to root-cause healing—and the life-changing results that followed.
Amanda shares how her 80-year-old mother-in-law, who was facing foot amputation due to long-standing type 2 diabetes, was able to not only avoid surgery—but reverse her diabetes and regain her memory after early signs of cognitive decline.
We also dive into Amanda's personal health struggles, including 27 years of psoriasis, leaky gut, hormonal imbalances, and chronic symptoms despite "normal" lab work—and what finally helped her heal.
A major part of this transformation came from implementing the Feel Great System, which includes a concentrated yerba mate tea and a fiber matrix supplement. These tools helped address insulin resistance, reduce food cravings, and stabilize blood sugar—unlocking the body's ability to heal.
This conversation goes beyond one success story. Amanda explains how the same approach helped improve her entire family's health, from blood sugar and weight to focus and hormonal balance.
If you've ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like nothing is working—this episode will challenge what you've been told and show you what's actually possible when you address the root cause.
Amanda's experience as a pharmacist and why patients keep getting worse
Her personal struggles with leaky gut, psoriasis, and hormonal imbalance
Why "normal labs" don't always mean you're healthy
How her 80-year-old mother-in-law avoided amputation
Reversing type 2 diabetes naturally
The role of the Feel Great System (concentrated yerba mate + fiber matrix)
The connection between insulin resistance and memory loss
Improvements in cognitive function and early dementia symptoms
Why medications like statins and PPIs may not address the real issue
The role of insulin resistance in weight gain, inflammation, and chronic disease
How this approach impacted her entire family (PCOS, Hashimoto's, ADD, and more)
👉 Learn more from Amanda:
Website: https://restoredigestion.com/restoredigestion
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcausepharmd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.yue.79/
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If you're tired of guessing and ready for a step-by-step plan to finally fix your metabolism, balance your blood sugar, and lose weight in a sustainable way—this is for you.
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Fatty liver is one of the most common metabolic conditions today—and many people don't even know they have it.
It's often discovered incidentally on lab work or imaging, and the typical advice is vague at best: lose weight, eat better, exercise more.
What's often missing from that conversation is this: Fatty liver is not just about fat. It's a metabolic and hormonal issue—driven largely by insulin resistance.
In this episode, we break down what fatty liver really is, why it develops, and most importantly, whether it can be reversed.
The good news is that in many cases, fatty liver is reversible when the root cause is addressed.
We'll walk through how insulin, blood sugar, and metabolic dysfunction contribute to fat accumulation in the liver, and why simply cutting calories or following generic diet advice often isn't enough.
You'll also learn how meal timing, circadian rhythm, and metabolic signaling all play a role in liver health—making this more than just a "diet issue."
If you've been told you have fatty liver, elevated liver enzymes, or you're dealing with stubborn metabolic issues, this episode will help you understand what's actually happening in your body and what steps support true healing.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
What fatty liver is and how it develops
Why fatty liver is strongly connected to insulin resistance
The difference between dietary fat and liver fat
Why "eat less, move more" often isn't enough
How chronically elevated insulin drives fat storage in the liver
The role of blood sugar, triglycerides, and metabolic dysfunction
Why fatty liver is often an early warning sign
How meal timing and reducing constant snacking support liver health
The connection between circadian rhythm and metabolic function
Key strategies that support reversing fatty liver naturally
If you're looking to improve insulin sensitivity, support liver health, and restore metabolic function, this is exactly what I teach inside my reset.
Learn more at: https://shanahussinwellness.com/programs-courses/reset/

What if the constant thoughts about food… just disappeared?
In this powerful success story, I sit down with Jill Kramer to talk about her transformation using the Feel Great System—and how it completely changed not only her body, but her relationship with food.
At 56 years old, Jill is now the leanest she's ever been, with better gut health, more energy, and zero obsession around food. But what makes this story even more incredible is what happened with her mom…
After years of struggling, her mother lost 40 pounds, came off all medications, and experienced something so many people are desperate for: freedom from food noise.
This episode is a must-listen if you feel stuck, frustrated, or like nothing has worked for your metabolism.
What We Discussed:
Jill's health struggles before starting the Feel Great System
What finally "clicked" for her metabolism and weight loss
How her gut health dramatically improved
What "food noise" felt like before—and how it completely disappeared
The biggest mindset and lifestyle shifts that made this sustainable
Her mom's transformation: 35 pounds lost and off medications
Why this approach worked when other methods didn't
The connection between blood sugar, cravings, and hunger
What surprised Jill the most during her journey
How this can work for midlife women (and others!) struggling with weight and energy
If you've been stuck in a cycle of cravings, weight gain, or constant thoughts about food—this episode will open your eyes to what's possible.
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What if severe anxiety, depression, and brain fog aren't just mental health issues—but metabolic ones?
In today's powerful conversation, I'm joined by Dr. Matt Bernstein, a clinical psychiatrist and leading voice in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. We dive deep into the connection between metabolism and brain health—and why conditions like insulin resistance, blood sugar instability, and circadian disruption may be at the root of many mental health struggles.
If you've been dealing with fatigue, poor sleep, mood swings, or difficulty focusing—this episode will help you understand why your body feels out of sync and what you can start doing about it. This is a must-listen for anyone who feels like they've been missing a key piece of their healing puzzle, especially when it comes to more severe mental health issues.
What We Discussed
What "metabolic psychiatry" really means
The connection between insulin resistance and brain function
How blood sugar swings impact anxiety, mood, and energy
Why mitochondrial health is critical for mental clarity
The role of circadian rhythm in mental and metabolic health
How modern lifestyle factors are contributing to the mental health crisis
Where traditional psychiatry may be missing the mark
Foundational steps to begin supporting both brain and metabolic health
🔗 Links & Resources
🌐 Learn more about Dr. Bernstein and his work: https://accordmh.com
Dr. Bernstein on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accordmh/
Find me on Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn
Shana's 90 Day Insulin Reset: 90-DAY INSULIN RESET
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