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Aligned Vitality | Midlife Leaders, Perimenopause, Holistic Health, Natural Wellness, Weight Loss, Balance Hormones, Fatigue,Author: Tanya Engesether Functional Health Coach, Leadership Mentor, Christian Life Coach, Speaker
**Top 1.5% globally ranked podcast** for busy, health-conscious women in midlife who want to recharge energy, renew clarity, and rebalance hormones through faith and functional health strategies. Are you a busy, health-conscious woman in midlife whos tired of pushing through anxiety, brain fog, burnout, belly fat and a myriad of other hormone struggles? Youve tried to do all the right things eat healthy, exercise, keep it all together but you still dont feel like yourself. Welcome to Aligned Vitality, the podcast that offers faith and functional health strategies to recharge energy, renew clarity, and rebalance hormones in midlife. Im your host, Tanya Engesether certified functional health practitioner, leadership coach, and midlife woman whos walked this road herself. After many years of living with anxiety and burnout, I finally found freedom by pairing faith with functional health and now I help other women uncover what their bodies truly need to heal. Each week, youll find encouragement and practical tools for: Restoring energy and focus so you can thrive in leadership and life Healing anxiety, brain fog, and burnout by addressing whole-person health Supporting midlife hormones naturally with functional health strategies Growing in faith while pursuing wellness the way God designed If youre ready to stop running on empty and start thriving with energy, peace, and joy, this podcast is for you. Its time to reclaim your midlife years because healing is possible, and your best season is still ahead. FREE Discovery Session: https://gracefilledleader.com/coachingAsk Tanya a question: https://gracefilledleader.com/contactFREE Community: https://gracefilledleader.com/communityEmail: support@gracefilledleader.com Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Education, Health & Fitness, How To Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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278. Do Supplements Really Work in Midlife? What They Can Support — and What They Can’t Replace
Tuesday, 5 May, 2026
If you've ever stood in a supplement aisle feeling equal parts hopeful and overwhelmed — or found yourself wondering why you're still exhausted despite taking all the "right" things — this episode is for you. In this episode of Aligned Vitality, certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Christian Life Coach Tanya Engesether brings a grounded, grace-filled perspective to one of the most common questions in the midlife wellness space: Do supplements actually work? The answer is nuanced — and it matters. Because supplements can absolutely be helpful. But they are often misunderstood, misused, and expected to do something they were never designed to do. Through the lens of the FDN DRESS protocol and a deeply practical faith framework, Tanya unpacks where supplements fit, where they don't, and what actually has to come first. If you've been chasing the next product hoping it will finally make you feel like yourself again, this conversation will help you think more clearly — and more wisely — about what your body and your soul may actually need. In This Episode You'll Learn: What supplements actually do in the body from a functional health perspective The FDN DRESS protocol — and why Supplementation comes last Why supplements can be helpful tools but are not the foundation of healing The difference between support and rescue — and why it matters so much Why this conversation is especially important for women in perimenopause and midlife Common supplements that may support stress, sleep, inflammation, and hormone health in midlife (magnesium, omega-3s, Vitamin D, minerals, digestive support) The spiritual parallel between reaching for quick physical fixes and reaching for substitutes instead of God Practical questions to help you approach supplements — and your health — more wisely Scripture Referenced John 15:5 (NIV) — "I am the vine; you are the branches… apart from me you can do nothing." Colossians 2:8 (NIV) — "See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy…" Key Takeaway Supplements can be wise, helpful tools. But they work best when they are supporting a body that is already being cared for at the foundational level — nourishment, rest, movement, and stress regulation first. And no supplement can replace what truly sustains you: physically or spiritually. I hope this episode blesses you! Xoxo, Tanya P.S. Book a FREE functional health discovery call HERE. Episode Resources: Episode Catalog My trusted Supplement Dispensary: Aligned Vitality Fullscript Dispensary My trusted Telehealth Peptide Provider: EllieMD_Tanya Engesether *I do get a small commission when you use one of the above affiliate links. 3 Ways To Connect With Me: 1️⃣COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Book a FREE discovery call with me to find out more about functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/coaching 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/community 3️⃣ CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://alignedvitalityhealth.com/contact "Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. Reminder: The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. It is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.
