197: Weight Loss, Emotional Eating & Improving Your Quality of Life with Ilana Muhlstein

Amy Chang is a leading beauty content creator whose platform is focused on wellness and helping women look and feel their best. In this episode, we talk about our botox nightmares and the misuse of hyaluronic acid fillers. She also breaks down all her beauty hot topics, from her experience with colostrum and eating her placenta to Korean skincare and growth factors. We also share our struggles with acne, the argument between finding the root cause and Rx, and what's worked for us. Lastly, we get her take on TikTok beauty trends, from slugging to double cleansing and heatless hairstyling. It's a fun one!Arielle's Skincare Breakdown: https://ariellelorre.com/a-complete-breakdown-of-my-skincare-routine/This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Timeline Nutrition is offering my community 10% off the Timeline Skin health line at timelinenutrition.com/BLONDEFor a limited time, listeners of the podcast get 20% off their entire order with code “BLONDE” at Vacation.incFor a limited time get 20% off your first subscription order by going to VEGAMOUR.com/blonde and use code blonde at check outBecome the best version of yourself and get 15% off Ned products with code BLONDE. Go to helloned.com/BLONDE or enter code BLONDE at checkout.Go to neurohacker.com/BLONDE for up to $100 off and use code BLONDE at checkout for an additional 15% offGo to Article.com/Blonde for $50 off your purchase of $100 or more.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3 Huhti 202453min

Dr. Judy Ho, Ph. D., ABPP, ABPdN is a triple board certified and licensed Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist, a tenured Associate Professor at Pepperdine University, and a published author. She joins the show to discuss the new rules of attachment and how that knowledge can empower your life beyond romantic relationships. We talk about self-perception, self-esteem, self-compassion, and how to stop sabotaging your life. We also discuss how your childhood shapes your reality, and what to do with that information. Dr. Ho also gives practical exercises for healing your inner child and finding closure with past and current traumas. Read Dr. Judy Ho’s book, The New Rules of Attachment: https://rstyle.me/+EHgChMtqNx88j5HWJd1mAwThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Go to boncharge.com/BLONDE and use coupon code BLONDE to save 15%Go to Article.com/Blonde for $50 off your purchase of $100 or more.Check out M by Maidenform at Maidenform.com and use code BLONDEFILES20 at checkout for 20% off your first purchaseGo to Chomps.com/Blonde for 20% off your first order, and free shipping.Visit Ro.Co/blonde to get your first month for $99 and $145 for subsequent months.Visit Ritual.com/BLONDE for 205% off your first month for a limited timeProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Maalis 202450min

Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, DVM, MPH, is the CEO of Fatty15 and Seraphina Therapeutics, a veterinary epidemiologist and public health scientist. Dr. Venn-Watson Stephanie previously served at the World Health Organization and the U.S. Navy., all while maintaining the lifelong mission of helping people (and our fellow animals) age better. In this episode, we're talking about how her work with dolphins led to discovering the first fatty acid to be discovered in 90 years, leading to longer, healthier lives for both marine mammals and humans. We discuss the science-based findings behind C15 and how it strengthens and replenishes the body's cells and can help humans sleep better, feel better, and look better. We also discuss the legitimacy of Omega 3 supplements, how C15 supports women’s health, natural body balancers, and how to get beneficial fatty acids back into our diet.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Visit Fatty15.com and use the code BLONDEFILES for 15% off your first purchase.Go to Neurohacker.com/blonde for up to $100 off and use code BLONDE at checkout for an additional 15% off.Go to Prolonlife.com/blonde for 10% off their 5 day nutrition program.Go to Kajabi.com/blonde for a free 30-day trial to start your business.Go to Revolve.com/blonde to shop my top picks for the season.Go to TimelineNutrition.com/blonde for 10% off the Timeline Skin Health line.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

25 Maalis 202447min

Dr. Scott Lyons, PhD, is a top clinical psychologist, educator, and author who helps people break free from cycles of pain, limited beliefs, stress, and drama. As a renowned body-based trauma expert, he's worked with millions of people to relieve stress and restore vitality. He joins the show to talk about our culture's addiction to drama (aka stress), from toxic relationships to over-scheduling your life, and how to cope with it. We also discuss staying grounded in a performative world, social media rage, authenticity, urgency culture, and trauma. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Read Dr. Scott’s book, Addicted to Drama: https://rstyle.me/+6lEg2EOLo3u0M7Iu_LWaQQGo to Nutrafol.com and use the code Blonde for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping. Go to BetterHelp.com/files for 10% off yout first month.Visit CarawayHome.com/blonde for 10% off your next purchase.Go to JustThriveHealth.com and use the code BLONDE20 for for 20% off a bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just CalmGo to AloMoves.com and use the code BLONDE30 for an exclusive 30 day free trial and 20% off an annual membership.Go to TryBite.com/BLONDE for 20% off your first order.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Maalis 202459min

Anush Movsesian, MSN & FNP-C, is an aesthetic practitioner and among the most sought-after skin rejuvenation experts in Los Angeles. Anush joins me to talk about realistic (and unrealistic) expectations in the world of injectables. We discuss common injectable mistakes, what makes a good candidate for certain procedures (including Morpheus, fillers, threads, etc.), and less invasive options for results. We also go into the mental health aspect of aesthetics, from procedure addiction to face dysmorphia to treating young patients and the ever-changing beauty standards. We also go into the exact skincare routine she suggests for her high-profile clients and anyone who wants to elevate their aesthetics.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Get Arielle's complete skincare breakdown: https://ariellelorre.com/a-complete-breakdown-of-my-skincare-routine/Go to TryArmra.com/blonde or use the clode BLONDE for 15% off your first order Check out M by Maidenform at Maidenform.com and use the code BLONDEFILES20 for 20% off your first purchase.Go to JustThriveHealth.com and use the code BLONDE20 for for 20% off a bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just CalmGo to HelloNed.com/blonde for 15% off BonCharge: Go to boncharge.com/BLONDE and use coupon code BLONDE to save 15%.Go to VEGAMOUR.com/blonde and use code blonde at checkout to get 20% off your first subscription order.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 Maalis 20241h 2min

Dr. Danielle Belardo, MD, is a preventive cardiologist in Los Angeles, California, who helps patients across the United States & internationally to optimize their weight and cardiovascular health through her practice Precision Preventive Cardiology. Dr. Belardo is a graduate of the Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her residency at Temple University. Dr. Belardo uses her unique, evidence-based approach to partner with her patients, blending the latest cutting-edge, medical care with comprehensive lifestyle changes, emphasizing nutrition, exercise, and stress management, to help her patients achieve optimal health. In this episode, we discuss why cardiovascular health is so critical to total health, debunking wellness myths and trends, which treatments she would never recommend, the dangers of the supplement industry, preventing cardiovascular disease and dementia, advocating for GLPI weight loss medications such as Ozempic, medical gaslighting, how to accurately read your blood pressure at home, the most dangerous diets for heart health, the importance of evidence-based research, and so much more.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Go to Article.com/Blonde for $50 off your purchase of $100 or more.Check out M by Maidenform at Maidenform.comGo to JustThriveHealth.com and use the code BLONDE20 for for 20% off a bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just CalmSave 15% on the Starter Kit or Hand Soap with the code THEBLONDEFILES at www.branchbasics.comGo to Chomps.com/Blonde for 20% off your first order, and free shipping.Visit oliveandjune.com/blonde for 20% off your first system.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

6 Maalis 20241h 3min

In this episode I am talking about my divorce and how I am moving forward. I answer listener questions including what happened, how I am feeling about everything, what I learned from my marriage, what it’s like having a public breakup, walking through fear and uncertainty, how I feel about dating and so much more.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Visit Ro.Co/blonde to get your first month for $99 and $145 for subsequent months.Visit BetterHelp.com/files to get 10% off your first month.Go to BonCharge.com/BLONDE for 15% off.Visit CarawayHome.com/BLONDE for 10% off. Visit Ritual.com/BLONDE for 20% off. Go to AloMoves.com and use the code BLONDE30 for an exclusive 30 day free trial and 20% off an annual membership.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

28 Helmi 202455min

Durana Elmi is the COO and Co-Founder of Cymbiotika, a company whose mission is to empower people to take ownership of their health and live with intention, one healthy habit at a time. A graduate of UCLA, Durana was instrumental to Cybiotika’s rapid growth from $1 million dollars in 2019 to ​​over $250 million in net sales today. Durana’s experience growing up in a traditional Afghan household and immigrating to the US at a young age inspired her to achieve beyond the confines of her cultural norms and upbringing, and she credits her mother and grandmother as some of her biggest inspirations. As a result of her experience, Durana developed a passion for service and empowering communities of women that inspire them to create opportunities and achieve their goals in business and beyond. She joins the show to discuss how to make a healthy relationship work, what to look for in a partner, authenticity, finding your purpose, prioritizing self-care things that make you feel good, manifesting, how to create a successful business in a crowded sector & tips for other entrepreneurs, her early cultural boundaries and father’s alcoholism, why your 40’s are the new 20’s, the power of female community, and so much more.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

21 Helmi 202441min