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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 resear ...
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#14 - The Truth About Vegan Diets and Nutrient Deficiencies
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In this episode, Mary and Carla get real about the whole plant-based versus omnivore conversation. They open up about their journeys with vegetarianism and how adding animal foods back into their diets made a big difference in their energy, digestion, and hormones. They’re all about balance and variety, but they also acknowledge that getting enough…
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#13 - Why Plants Are The Future of Health with Dr. Colin Zhu
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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 int…
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#12 - Natural Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer: Real Experience, Risks, and Recovery Tips
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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 …
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#11 - Breaking Down GLP-1s For Weight Loss and Beyond with Dr. Supriya Rao
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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 wor…
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#10 - Bad Hair Days & Thyroid Truths: Real Talk on Hair Loss, Hormones, and What Actually Works
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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—s…
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#9 - Burnout & Balance: How to Manage Stress and Reclaim Your Energy
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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 h…
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#8 - The Truth About Seed Oils: Are They Really Harming Your Health?
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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…
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#7 - When Love Hurts: Recognizing the Signs of Emotional Abuse
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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 …
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#6 - The MAHA Movement: Real Priorities Over Misinformation
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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…
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#5 - Dry January: The Benefits of a Life Less Buzzed
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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 t…
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#4 - Understanding Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating Goes Too Far
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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 a…
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#3 - No More Myths: Rethinking Birth Control, Fitness, and Nutrition for Women
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In this episode, Mary and Carla are setting the record straight on common myths about women’s health with clear, practical advice to help listeners on their wellness journeys. They question the idea that hormonal birth control is the best choice for every woman, looking at its possible side effects and showing why it’s important to make health deci…
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#2 - Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving: Boundaries, Tips, and Simple Strategies
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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…
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#1 - Introducing 'Girl Talk Decoded': Empowering Women's Health Conversations
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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 imbalanc…
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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, unpop…
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