Wellness Explained

Is Your Bladder Trying to Tell You Something?

Let's talk about something we all do every single day, but probably don't think much about: peeing. How often is too often? Is waking up at night to use the bathroom nor

Stronger Than You Think: Rethinking Strength Training

Strength training isn't just about lifting heavier weights or changing how your body looks. It's about maintaining muscle, supporting bone health, improving everyday move

EMFs: The Invisible Exposure We Rarely Think About”

Could the technology we use every day be influencing our biology in ways we're only beginning to understand? In this Wellness Bite, we're exploring electromagnetic field

When “Healthy” Goes Too Far: Finding a More Realistic Approach to Wellness

What happens when the pursuit of health starts taking a toll on your physical and emotional well-being? In this episode of Wellness Explained, Sandy sits down with Elena

Estrogen Dominance: What It Really Means & What Actually Helps

Is estrogen dominance really about having too much estrogen? Not necessarily. The term estrogen dominance is commonly used in wellness discussions, but it isn't a standa

What a Scientist Learned About Health After Hashimoto's and Burnout

What does it really mean to listen to your body, and how do you know which wellness advice is worth following? In this episode, Sandy welcomes Ashima Chopra, a scientist

The Science of Healthy Hair: What Actually Matters

Hair health is more complicated than buying a “hair, skin & nails” supplement. In this episode, we’re unpacking what may actually matter when it comes to nutrition and h

What Actually Matters in Skincare? Separating Science From Marketing

Skincare has become increasingly complicated. We're told to layer serums, rotate actives, protect our skin barrier, use retinoids, add vitamin C, avoid certain ingredien

Do Vibration Plates Actually Work? What the Research Says

Vibration plates have become one of the biggest wellness trends, but there's a difference between a tool having potential benefits and being a replacement for exercise.

My Supplement Stack: Why I Take What I Take

In this episode, you'll learn: Why Sandy takes the supplements in her personal routine as well as her personal journeyWhy a multivitamin can be useful, but isn't a repla

Wellness Bite: Do You Actually Need Electrolytes?

Electrolyte powders, packets, and drinks have become a wellness staple, but does everyone really need them? In this Wellness Bite, nutritionist Sandy Jolles breaks down

Should You Work Out Fasted? What to Eat Before & After Exercise

Should you eat before a workout? Is exercising fasted better for fat loss? And how quickly do you really need to get protein after you finish? In this episode, Sandy tak

Wellness Bite: Red Light Therapy - Worth the Hype?

Red light therapy has gone from a niche wellness treatment to something you can find in gyms, spas, recovery studios, and even at home. But what is it actually doing, and

Why You're Tired Even When You're Getting Enough Sleep

Getting enough sleep doesn't always mean getting restorative sleep. You can spend seven or eight hours in bed and still wake up exhausted...and sometimes, the reason has

Wellness Bite: Does Eating Late at Night Actually Cause Weight Gain?

You've probably heard the rule: “Don't eat after 8 PM.” But does your metabolism really have a bedtime? In the very first Wellness Bite, Sandy takes on one of the most

Are We Overcomplicating Wellness?

Has being healthy somehow become a full-time job? Between supplements, wearables, 10,000-step goals, sleep optimization, red light therapy, and the latest longevity hack

Welcome to Wellness Explained

What are we actually supposed to believe about our health?   One day coffee is good for us; the next, it's not. Carbs are in, then they're out. And somehow, there's alw