Have you ever slept 7–9 hours… and still woken up bone-tired—like there’s a weight on your chest and your energy is gone before the day even starts?

In this solo episode, I break down the kind of exhaustion that doesn’t resolve with more rest—because it’s often not a sleep problem. It’s an inflammation problem.

You’ll hear about my personal story from 2016 (building Fusionary Formulas on the road, doing “everything right,” and still feeling depleted), plus a powerful client case that shows how disrupted sleep, stress physiology, and inflammation can spiral—especially in perimenopause and midlife.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why chronic stress + cortisol can create systemic inflammation that steals your energy
• How inflammation impacts mitochondria (your cellular “power plants”)
• What “wired but tired” really means—and why 3 a.m. wakeups are common
• The role of deep sleep, the glymphatic system, and why “clean-up mode” matters
• How elemental design (Ayurveda) helps explain why some women need more sleep than others
• The 5-step framework Dr. Gupta uses to rebuild energy: gut, mitochondria, nervous system, rhythm, targeted support
• Simple weekly “homework” to start decoding your fatigue and taking one aligned step

If you’ve been told your labs are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, and heavy—this episode will help you feel seen and give you a clearer path forward.

Links + Resources mentioned

• Learn more about The Inflammation Code:

https://theinflammationcode.com

• Take the Dosha Quiz:

https://shivanigupta.com

• 7-Day Inflammation Detox: https://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/

• This episode is sponsored by Fusionary Formulas - Ayurvedic supplements designed to reduce inflammation, support sleep, and restore balance.

Shop at: https://fusionaryformulas.com

Use code CODE15 for 15% off your first order.

Perimenopause and menopause don’t mean your body is “failing”—they’re often your body asking for a new kind of support.

In this episode, I’m joined by two trusted South Florida wellness leaders: Rebecca Kastin (functional nutrition + mind-body eating coach) and Heather Marcus Berg (yoga + meditation + Buteyko breathwork instructor). Together, we unpack what’s really happening in midlife—and the small, practical shifts that help women feel balanced again.

We talk about:

• Why “meno belly,” hot flashes, brain fog, and sleep disruption are often connected
• The #1 mistake women make with food in midlife (and what to do instead)
• How meal sequencing can help stabilize blood sugar and support hormones
• Why progesterone/estrogen shifts can change breathing patterns—and how that impacts anxiety and sleep
• Buteyko breathwork basics: nasal breathing, nervous system regulation, and micro-practices you can actually stick with
• Why healing isn’t all-or-nothing: small daily shifts create real change

If you’ve been told everything is “normal” but you don’t feel normal—this conversation will help you feel seen, supported, and empowered with a clear next step.

Resources

• Rebecca Casten: https://rebeccakastincoaching.com/
• Heather Berg: https://soulgardenyoga.com/ | @soulgardenyoga.wellness
• Learn more about The Inflammation Code: https://theinflammationcode.com
• Take The Dosha Quiz: https://shivanigupta.com
• This Episode is Sponsor By: Fusionary Formulas , shop at www.fusionaryformulas.com Use code CODE15 for a 15% off on your first order

Today is a celebration—The Inflammation Code is officially out. In this special “flip-the-script” episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta’s mentor and friend Kiran Krishnan interviews her about the book, the science behind turmeric and inflammation, and the deeper Ayurvedic framework that makes healing feel personal and doable. Together they explore elemental design (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), the role of circadian rhythm, why stress creates mental inflammation, and how small daily choices build real resilience over time.

Key Takeaways

• Turmeric can be powerful, but form + absorption + lifestyle context matter.
• Your healing plan isn’t one-size-fits-all—your elemental design changes how you eat, rest, and recover.
• Circadian rhythm isn’t a trend—alignment with nature supports repair and inflammation clearance.
• Chronic stress can become “mental inflammation,” lowering resilience and disrupting gut/immune balance.
• The goal isn’t perfection—it’s rhythm, consistency, and safety in the body.

Links & Resources Mentioned

• Learn more about the book: www.theinflammationcode.com
• Dr. Shivani Gupta: www.shivanigupta.com
• Follow Kiran Krishnan on IG: @KiranBioMe

Gentle Listener Invitation

If you’re someone who’s tried “everything” and still feels inflamed or stuck, this episode is an invitation to come back to the basics—through a personalized lens. Consider listening with a notebook nearby and choosing one small ritual to start with this week.