Girl Talk Decoded

About Girl Talk Decoded

Welcome to Girl Talk Decoded, the unconventional women’s health podcast where we tackle all things women’s health—emotional, physical, and everything in between. Hosted by Mary Vance, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Carla Hernandez, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, we bring a combined 30 years of expertise and a love for unfiltered conversations about real issues affecting women daily. Twice a month, we call out the BS and make complex topics user-friendly, discussing the latest research, personal stories, and insightful interviews on everything from nutrition, mental health, and relationships to fertility, perimenopause, autoimmune diseases, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned health guru or just want to better understand your body, this podcast will challenge your perspectives, validate your experiences, and empower you to take control of your health.

Publisher

Carla Hernandez and Mary Vance

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Nov 2024

Latest episode

9 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Jun 2025

   #15 - What You Haven’t Heard About Clean Beauty & Non Toxic Hair Care with Amber Lesse

   Stylist Amber Lesse discusses her journey building a non-toxic hair salon and facing a cancer diagnosis, highlighting the importance of clean beauty and wellness in this interview with Carla and Mary.

2. 

   26 May 2025

   #14 - The Truth About Vegan Diets and Nutrient Deficiencies

   Hosts Mary and Carla discuss the challenges of maintaining adequate nutrient levels, like B12 and iron, on a strict vegan diet and share their experiences with incorporating animal products for improved health; this is a conversation episode.

3. 

   12 May 2025

   #13 - Why Plants Are The Future of Health with Dr. Colin Zhu

   In this episode, Mary and Carla sit down with Dr. Colin Zhu, also known as The Chef Doc, a doctor, chef, and health coach who’s on a mission to change how we think about food and health. During medical school, Dr. Colin noticed something big was missing: nutrition. So he rolled up his sleeves, trained as a chef, and set out to bring the kitchen into the conversation about wellness. He talks about his upcoming cookbook, Empowered Kitchen, which brings together over 35 experts to show how eati...

4. 

   28 Apr 2025

   #12 - Natural Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer: Real Experience, Risks, and Recovery Tips

   In today’s episode, Mary and Carla have a real and honest conversation about fat transfer breast augmentation as a safer option compared to traditional implants. Carla shares her personal story — why she chose fat transfer, what the surgery was like, and everything she learned along the way. They also talk about breast implant illness and why more women are looking for healthier choices. Carla walks us through the fat transfer process, including where the fat comes from, what can affect the ...

5. 

   14 Apr 2025

   #11 - Breaking Down GLP-1s For Weight Loss and Beyond with Dr. Supriya Rao

   In today’s episode, Mary and Carla welcome their very first guest, Dr. Supriya Rao—a quadruple board-certified physician and a true expert in gut health and women’s wellness. She joins the show to unpack one of the most talked-about topics in health right now: GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. Dr. Rao explains how these meds work, their original role in treating diabetes, and how they’ve become powerful tools for weight management. She also shares who they're really inten...

6. 

   31 Mar 2025

   #10 - Bad Hair Days & Thyroid Truths: Real Talk on Hair Loss, Hormones, and What Actually Works

   In this episode, Mary and Carla start off with a personal (and slightly unfortunate) story—Carla shares how she got sick right before a birthday trip to Miami, and how a traditional Chinese remedy ended up being the surprising thing that helped. That story sets the stage for a really honest and helpful conversation about hair health and hair loss—something so many women go through, but don’t always talk about. Mary opens up about her own experience with sudden hair changes in her 30s, and ho...

7. 

   17 Mar 2025

   #9 - Burnout & Balance: How to Manage Stress and Reclaim Your Energy

   In this episode, Mary and Carla dive into burnout—what it really looks like, why it happens, and how to pull yourself out of it. Burnout isn’t just from overworking; it can come from stress, life changes, and feeling mentally drained. They break down how high cortisol, poor sleep, and exhaustion take a toll on both your body and mind. But there’s hope! They share simple, effective ways to recharge—like balancing blood sugar through food, using adaptogenic herbs, and getting enough key nutrie...

8. 

   3 Mar 2025

   #8 - The Truth About Seed Oils: Are They Really Harming Your Health?

   In this episode, Mary and Carla discuss the debate around seed oils, a hot topic in the nutrition world and a focus of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. They start by explaining the different types of fats—saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated—and where seed oils fit in. They explore the common claims against seed oils, like links to inflammation, and compare those with new research showing possible health benefits, such as lowering heart disease risks. They also touc...

9. 

   3 Feb 2025

   #7 - When Love Hurts: Recognizing the Signs of Emotional Abuse

   In this episode, Mary and Carla get real about something that often gets swept under the rug – emotional and verbal abuse in relationships. They share their own stories and talk honestly about how things like manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional control can sneak into our lives, often without us realizing it. They dive into why emotional abuse is so hard to spot, how our pasts shape how we see relationships, and why verbal abuse can sometimes do even more damage than physical abuse. They...

10. 

    20 Jan 2025

    #6 - The MAHA Movement: Real Priorities Over Misinformation

    In this episode, Mary and Carla dive into a lively chat about the state of public health. They break down the "Make America Healthy Again" movement, focusing on food additives, environmental policies, and the bigger issues driving America’s health crisis – like unaffordable healthcare, food deserts, and sedentary lifestyles. They also compare the U.S. approach to Europe’s, exploring what we can learn from their focus on community well-being and healthcare. This conversation is full of practic...

11. 

    6 Jan 2025

    #5 - Dry January: The Benefits of a Life Less Buzzed

    In this episode, Mary and Carla take a close look at the impact of Dry January and the growing "sober curious" movement. They discuss how alcohol affects our physical, emotional, and social well-being, and share practical advice for living an alcohol-free life. From how alcohol can lead to nutrient imbalances to the connection between the gut and the brain, they offer tips for managing cravings and breaking free from the drinking cycle. They also talk about the social pressures around alcohol...

12. 

    23 Dec 2024

    #4 - Understanding Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating Goes Too Far

    In this eye-opening episode, Mary and Carla take a closer look at orthorexia – an unhealthy focus on "clean eating." With a mix of personal stories and expert insights, they talk about how wellness culture can push extreme dieting and the negative impact it can have on mental and emotional health. They also touch on the social isolation many face and how wellness trends can sometimes hide harmful behaviors.If you’ve ever felt stressed by the pressure to eat "perfectly" or find yourself tangle...

13. 

    9 Dec 2024

    #3 - No More Myths: Rethinking Birth Control, Fitness, and Nutrition for Women

    Mary and Carla debunk common myths about women's health, offering practical advice on rethinking birth control, fitness, and nutrition for individual wellness needs.

14. 

    26 Nov 2024

    #2 - Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving: Boundaries, Tips, and Simple Strategies

    Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode, Mary and Carla discuss maintaining health and setting boundaries during the holidays. They share personal experiences with family obligations, holiday stress, and the importance of prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Mary opens up about her struggles with setting boundaries and feeling guilt when making decisions that go against family expectations. They also provide practical tips to navigate holiday gatherings, including how to set clear expectations with family members, prioritize personal routines, and maintain healthy eating habits. They share actionable steps to help listeners enjoy the holidays while staying healthy and reducing stress—which they hope everyone experiences this year. Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (2:29) Family boundaries and holiday challenges (6:58) Setting boundaries and managing family reactions (9:16) Tips for healthy eating during holiday meals (11:43) Benefits of movement after meals for blood sugar regulation (13:11) Food sequencing: the best order to eat for blood sugar management (16:10) Apple cider vinegar’s role in digestion and blood sugar control (18:10) Outro — Thank you for tuning in to the Girl Talk Decoded Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review—it helps us grow. For more updates and to connect with us, follow us on Instagram @girltalkdecodedpodcast or email us at girltalkdecoded@gmail.com (mailto:girltalkdecoded@gmail.com). Got questions or topics you'd love for us to cover? Let us know! Sending you love until next time, take care!

15. 

    25 Nov 2024

    #1 - Introducing 'Girl Talk Decoded': Empowering Women's Health Conversations

    Welcome to the Girl Talk Decoded Podcast, where hosts Mary Vance, a Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Carla Hernandez, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, make women's health easy to understand. In this debut episode, Mary and Carla share some of their health journeys, including struggles with skin issues, eating disorders, and hormonal imbalances, and how these experiences led them to careers in holistic women's health. They talk about the importance of understanding the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms and share how diet, lifestyle changes, and natural therapies can support overall well-being. They also touch on the misconceptions about holistic health, the gaps in conventional medical training, and the need for unfiltered, honest conversations about topics often dismissed or misunderstood. This podcast promises to be a safe, empowering space where no topic is off-limits—from women's cycles and skin health to relationships and mental well-being. Whether you're looking for practical advice or a community that gets it, this episode is a warm welcome to a journey of self-discovery and health empowerment. So make sure you tune in! Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:10) Meet Carla: From GI issues to skin health and a passion for educating women (4:36) Meet Mary: Overcoming eating disorders and embracing holistic health (8:03) Root cause health: Moving beyond symptom management (13:10) Challenges in traditional medicine and the potential of natural therapies (15:03) Recognizing that common symptoms aren’t always “normal” (17:46) What to expect? (21:09) Why men should tune in to learn about women’s health (24:49) Outro — Thank you for tuning in to the Girl Talk Decoded Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review—it helps us grow. For more updates and to connect with us, follow us on Instagram @girltalkdecodedpodcast or email us at girltalkdecoded@gmail.com (mailto:girltalkdecoded@gmail.com). Got questions or topics you'd love for us to cover? Let us know! Sending you love until next time, take care!

16. 

    25 Nov 2024

    Welcome To Girl Talk Decoded

    Welcome to the Girl Talk Decoded Podcast, an unconventional women's health podcast, where we dive into all things women's health, the emotional and the physical. We engage in candid conversations, making complex topics user-friendly and easy to understand for everyone. We're calling out the BS and covering issues that may be labeled as taboo, unpopular, or underreported. Hosted by Mary Vance, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Carla Hernandez, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. We have a combined 30 years of experience helping women improve their health and wellness, working in different sectors. We'll be discussing the latest research and sharing our own stories about health struggles and triumphs to bring you engaging discussions and insightful interviews on topics like nutrition, relationships, mental health, women-specific health conditions, and more. Each episode is delivered twice monthly and will cover essential health concerns like diet, fertility, weight gain, perimenopause, autoimmune diseases, mental health, beauty, aging healthfully, eating disorders, and so much more. Get ready to expand your knowledge, challenge your perspectives, feel validated, and, most importantly, understand how to gain control of your health. — Thank you for tuning in to the Girl Talk Decoded Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review—it helps us grow. For more updates and to connect with us, follow us on Instagram @girltalkdecodedpodcast or email us at girltalkdecoded@gmail.com (mailto:girltalkdecoded@gmail.com). Got questions or topics you'd love for us to cover? Let us know! Sending you love until next time, take care!

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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Quality

50

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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