Mind Body Besties

About Mind Body Besties

Hosted by Caty, a therapist, and Rachel, a naturopathic doctor, Mind Body Besties is where personal stories meet professional insight. We’re not here to lecture — we’re here to share the real, unfiltered moments that shape our health, happiness, and everything in between. Rooted in both holistic health and mental wellness, this podcast dives into the messy, beautiful intersection of mind, body, and spirit. From burnout to boundaries, gut health to grounding practices, we’re covering it all — with heart, humor, and zero judgment.

Publisher

Mind Body Besties

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Sept 2025

Latest episode

25 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Jun 2026

   Are GLP-1s Changing More Than Weight Loss?

   In this episode of Mind Body Besties, Caty and Rachel dive into the growing buzz around GLP-1 medications, peptides, celebrity weight-loss trends, and the future of wellness. They explore the potential benefits and risks of GLP-1s, discuss their emerging use for autoimmune and chronic health conditions like MCAS and Lyme, and share Rachel’s personal experience microdosing tirzepatide. Along the way, they unpack body image trends, mental health, peptide therapy, and what these powerful new tools could mean for the future of health and aging.

2. 

   11 Jun 2026

   Constipation: The Hidden Cause of Brain Fog, Anxiety, and Poor Sleep

   Could constipation be behind your brain fog, anxiety, irritability, poor sleep, or low mood? In this solo episode, Rachel breaks down one of the most overlooked contributors to mental and physical health: constipation. Many people assume they're not constipated because they're having regular bowel movements, but healthy digestion is about more than frequency. Rachel explains what optimal bowel movements actually look like, why slow transit time can increase inflammation and toxic burden, and how this can affect the gut-brain axis, hormones, histamine, sleep, energy, and mood. You'll also learn a simple at-home transit time test, common signs of hidden constipation, and some of the safest approaches clinicians use to support healthy bowel movements and detoxification pathways. In This Episode Why constipation can contribute to brain fog, anxiety, depression, and insomnia How slow transit time may increase inflammation and toxin recirculation The connection between constipation, hormones, histamine, and the gut-brain axis Signs you may be constipated even if you're having bowel movements The "corn transit test" for estimating digestive transit time Magnesium citrate vs. magnesium oxide vs. magnesium glycinate Why addressing constipation may improve energy, mood, and overall health Resources Mentioned Magnesium citrate and magnesium oxide are commonly used osmotic supports for stool softening (discuss with your healthcare provider before making changes to your routine). Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs.

3. 

   28 May 2026

   Endometriosis, Hormones & Medical Gaslighting with Dr. Kym Klimek

   In this episode, we chat with Dr. Kym Klimek to talk about women’s health, endometriosis, hormone issues, and the frustration so many women experience when they know something is wrong but feel dismissed by the medical system. After years of struggling with digestive issues, endometriosis, multiple surgeries, and unanswered questions, Dr. Kym found true healing through a holistic, root-cause approach using functional medicine and lifestyle changes. Today, she combines her background as a PharmD, functional medicine practitioner, and hormone replacement therapy specialist to help women better understand their bodies and finally get the support they deserve. We dive into: Endometriosis and common hormone-related symptoms women are told to “just live with” Medical gaslighting and why so many women feel unheard The connection between gut health, hormones, and overall wellness Root-cause healing vs. symptom management Learning to trust your body and advocate for your health Holistic and functional approaches to women’s health and healing This conversation is validating, empowering, and packed with insight for any woman who has ever felt dismissed, exhausted, or confused by her symptoms. Connect with Dr. Kym: https://innatehp.com/ (https://innatehp.com/) Instagram: @dr.kym.klimek

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Apple Podcasts (US)

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