Episode #18
Wellness Beyond the Scale: A Conversation on Stress, Hormones, and Whole Foods
Whole Foods, Women’s Health & Finding Your Way Back to the Basics Better health doesn't have to mean doing more, following another restrictive diet, or chasing a number on the scale. Sometimes, it starts with getting back to the basics. In this episode of Gathering Voices , Jenni sits down with board-certified health and wellness coach Alayne Morena to talk about women’s health, whole foods, stress, inflammation, hormonal changes, menopause, weight management, and building sustainable healthy habits. Alayne also shares her own experience navigating a lupus diagnosis, chronic symptoms, and the lifestyle changes that helped her better understand what her body was asking for. Together, they unpack why stress can impact how we feel, why every woman's health journey is different, and how small, realistic choices can support better health without the pressure to be perfect. If you've been feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice or simply want to take better care of yourself, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to change everything at once. One step at a time is still progress. ️ Listen now and gather some wisdom with us. #GatheringVoices #WomensHealth #WholeFoods #HealthyHabits #MenopauseHealth #StressManagement #WellnessForWomen #Nutrition
