In this episode of Health, Wellth & Wisdom, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen is joined by intimacy expert Susan Bratton for a powerful and unapologetic conversation about pleasure, connection, and the role orgasmic intimacy plays in health and longevity. 

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn: 

• About the connection between orgasms and longevity

• How orgasms impact physical and mental health

• Whether the benefits of orgasm are limited to partnered intimacy (or apply to solo experiences too)

• Practical ways for you (and your partner) to connect with your body and increase desire

• How to navigate intimacy despite body image struggles 

• How to approach pleasure and connection in a way that feels enjoyable, not pressured

From the science behind orgasm and its potential impact on longevity, to the very real barriers many women face, like stress, body image, and simply feeling too overwhelmed to even want intimacy, this episode dives into the nuances of what it means to create a fulfilling, sustainable relationship with your body and your sexuality.

Susan’s Website: 

https://betterlover.com/

Susan’s Recommendations

https://drivedesire.com/

After years of chasing a smaller body through restriction and overexercise, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen learned the hard way that “light and skinny” doesn’t always lead to being healthier and feeling better.

In today’s culture (where rapid weight loss is everywhere) it’s easy to feel the pull to get smaller, be stricter, and chase results faster. But what’s often left out is the cost of doing so.

In this Health, Wellth & Widsdom Podcast episode, Nicole shares 5 lessons she learned about the impact of extreme dieting, what actually happens to your body when you under-fuel, and how to pursue fat loss in a way that supports your energy, hormones, and quality of life.

If you’re tired of the all-or-nothing cycle and want a more sustainable approach to weight loss, this episode is for you.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down the growing trend of peptides: what they are, how they work, and whether they’re something you should be considering for weight loss, recovery, or overall health.

This episode provides a clear, evidence-based look at peptides, helping you understand the difference between clinically studied, regulated options and the unregulated, high-risk products often promoted online, so you can make informed decisions without feeling overwhelmed.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• What peptides are and how they function

• The difference between naturally occurring peptides and synthetic peptides

• Which peptides have strong human research and medical oversight

• The potential risks of using unregulated peptides

• How to evaluate whether a peptide is safe, appropriate, and necessary for your goals

If you’ve been curious about peptides, confused by conflicting information online, or wondering whether they could help you reach your goals faster, this episode will help you understand what’s worth considering, what to be cautious of, and why sustainable results are always built on consistent habits, not trendy tools.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach, Nicole Hagen explores why all-or-nothing thinking keeps so many women stuck in cycles of starting over, and how to break that pattern in a way that supports sustainable weight loss.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why all-or-nothing thinking is a common default when it comes to food and weight loss

• How the cycle keeps you from building consistency

• Why one imperfect meal or day doesn’t undo your progress

• How perfectionism and black-and-white thinking make sustainable change harder

• Practical ways to interrupt the “start over” mindset and shift toward more consistent decision-making, and 

• Simple strategies to help you navigate busy, imperfect days without spiraling

If you find yourself constantly “starting over,” feeling like you’ve failed after things don’t go as planned, or struggling to stay consistent unless everything is perfect, this episode will help you understand why, and show you how to create progress without relying on perfection.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down how busy women can lose weight in a way that actually fits their lives - without relying on restriction, perfection, or unsustainable routines.

This episode explores why so many busy, multi-passionate women find themselves stuck in cycles of starting over and why conventional dieting approaches often fail when applied to full, demanding schedules. Nicole shares a more realistic, sustainable approach to weight loss that prioritizes simplicity, consistency, and reducing mental load.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why busy women are often repeat dieters (it’s not a discipline issue)

• The most common weight loss barriers busy women run into and how to navigate them

• The “big rocks” that yield the biggest results for the least amount of time and energy 

• The role of support and accountability in reducing decision fatigue and helping you stay on track

If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but can’t seem to follow through, or like weight loss only works when life is calm and controlled, this episode will help you understand why, and show you a more sustainable path forward that works even when life is busy, messy, and unpredictable.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen explores what it means when someone says they want to lose weight but feel like they don’t have the time to do it.

Between demanding careers, raising children, maintaining relationships, and managing households, many people (especially busy, working moms) feel like their schedules leave little room for prioritizing their own health. In this episode, Nicole breaks down the barriers that make weight loss feel impossible when life is already full, and how sustainable change can still happen without adding more stress or overwhelm.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why “not having time” is often a signal of deeper barriers like decision fatigue, mental load, and competing priorities

• The difference between needing more time versus needing simpler systems

• How small, repeatable behaviors can create meaningful progress

• Practical ways to support weight loss through environment design, routines, and habit stacking instead of willpower

• Why consistency with simple behaviors often matters more than intensity or perfection

If you’ve ever felt like improving your health requires more time than you have, this episode will help you rethink what sustainable progress actually looks like and how to move forward in a way that supports your life instead of competing with it.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen answers several of your nutrition questions - covering everything from creatine and collagen to carbohydrates, fiber supplements, and even whether pickles count as vegetables.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why creatine is one of the most well-researched supplements available

• What collagen supplements can and can’t realistically do

• Why eating two slices of bread at a meal isn’t something you need to fear

• Whether pickles actually count toward your vegetable intake

• How fiber supplements can be used to support fiber goals (and how they can’t)

• How to evaluate nutrition advice through a practical, evidence-based lens

If you’ve ever felt confused by supplement marketing, wondered whether certain foods are “too many carbs,” or questioned whether you should be adding another powder or capsule to your routine, this episode will help you better understand what’s worth your time, money, and energy and what likely isn’t.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Creatine Experiment Blog Post: 

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/blog/2026/3/6/my-60-day-creatine-experiment-what-i-learned-why-most-supplements-arent-as-important

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down the things you need to know about GLP-1 medications: what they actually do, who they’re designed for, what realistic expectations should be, and why they are a powerful tool but not a replacement for healthy eating and movement habits.

This episode explores the science behind GLP-1 medications, clears up common misconceptions, and answers the important question: What can coaching provide that GLP-1s can’t? If you’ve been curious about these medications, are currently using one, or are wondering how they fit into a sustainable weight loss plan, this conversation will help you think critically and realistically about long-term success.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• What GLP-1 medications do in the body and how they support appetite regulation

• Who the research shows GLP-1 medications are most appropriate for

• What realistic expectations look like when it comes to long-term use vs. transitioning off

• Why weight regain often happens after stopping 

• What coaching provides that medication alone cannot

If you have questions about GLP-1’s and want to approach weight loss in a way that prioritizes sustainability over quick fixes, this episode will help you understand how medication and habit-building work together to make it happen. 

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down how to tell the difference between sustainable weight loss advice and gimmicky strategies that keep people stuck in cycles of frustration, restriction, and shame.

This episode introduces a green flags vs. red flags framework to help you evaluate weight loss advice before you invest time, energy, and hope into approaches that aren’t designed to last. 

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• What green flags look like in sustainable, evidence-based weight loss advice
  

• The most common red flags that signal gimmicks and short-term solutions
  

• How shame-based messaging creates dependency instead of long-term skills
  

• Why feeling like your body is “broken” is a warning sign
  

• How to evaluate whether a plan will realistically work for your life
  

• Why consistency, adequacy, and adaptability matter more than intensity or perfection
  

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting weight loss advice, discouraged by past attempts that didn’t stick, or confused about why “trying harder” hasn’t produced lasting results, this episode will help you understand what actually drives sustainable weight loss.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Nutrition Coaching Testimonials: 

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/testimonials

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen explores why guilt and shame don’t drive behavior change and can’t be the default response to missteps if we want to successfully reach health goals. 

This episode explains how guilt/shame actually shut down behavior change rather than supporting it and what a more productive, compassionate response actually looks like.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why guilt and shame are learned responses when it comes to food and exercise
  

• How self-criticism undermines consistency, motivation, and trust with your body
  

• Why “holding yourself accountable” doesn’t require punishment
  

• How to reframe missed goals as information instead of failure
  

• Practical tools for positive self-talk that support growth instead of shutdown
  

If you find yourself spiraling after an “off” day, feeling discouraged when you don’t meet your goals, or believing you need to be harder on yourself to see results, this episode will help you understand why that approach backfires and why responding with curiosity, compassion, and strategy creates more sustainable progress.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen explores why making healthy behavior change feels especially hard when motivation is low - and why conventional dieting is rarely the solution.

From low energy and emotional exhaustion to the frustration of “knowing what to do but not doing it,” this episode breaks down how depression, chronic stress, and restriction directly impact motivation, follow-through, and our relationship with food. Nicole explains why pushing harder, relying on willpower, or starting another diet often backfires, and what actually helps create sustainable change during low-motivation seasons.

Throughout this episode, you’ll learn: • Why low motivation is not a personal failure or lack of discipline • How depression and under-eating can amplify food noise and mental fatigue • Why conventional dieting often worsens motivation instead of improving it • Practical, compassionate strategies to make behavior change feel easier • How to support eating habits and self-care without relying on motivation

If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or discouraged by repeated attempts to “get back on track,” this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, remove shame from the process, and offer a more realistic, supportive path forward.

Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:

https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching

Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  

https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v