Aging, Energy & the Truth About Hormones: Why Metabolism Matters More Than You Think

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Terry and Lisa sit down to celebrate two years of Living Well Together while reflecting on birthdays, family moments, small-town adventures, and the powerful mindset shifts that come with healthy aging.

But this conversation goes deeper than celebration.

Together, they unpack one of the biggest myths surrounding midlife health: the idea that hormones are the only reason we feel tired, foggy, or out of balance. Instead, they explore how metabolic efficiency, mitochondrial health, minerals, and nervous system support play a central role in energy, recovery, and longevity.

You’ll hear real-life insights from Lisa’s personal metabolic restoration journey, plus Dr. Terry’s practical perspective on how lifestyle choices... not just genetics... shape the way we age.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why energy production matters more than “fixing hormones” alone
• How mitochondria function as the body’s true powerhouse
• The difference between managing symptoms vs. supporting health
• Why minerals and cellular support are gaining attention in wellness
• How mindset, movement, and metabolic balance influence aging well
• Practical ways to gauge your body’s recovery, motivation, and vitality

Along the way, they share stories from their small-town life, from local bakery favorites to a unique immersive dining experience, reminding us that living well isn’t just about protocols… it’s about creating a big, vibrant life right where you are.

If you’ve ever wondered whether feeling tired, inflamed, or “off” is just part of getting older, this episode will challenge that belief and offer a more hopeful perspective.

👉 Like, follow, comment, and share with someone who wants to age with energy, clarity, and purpose.

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Heart Health Month (Part 2): Not Just a Pump, Babe

Welcome back to Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town—Part 2 of Heart Health Month, where we start with the cardiovascular system… and somehow end up talking about emotions, family dynamics, and what you’re watching on TV.

Because yes—the heart is a pump. But it’s also the emotional center, an electrical powerhouse, and, let’s be honest, the place where life piles up.

In this episode, we talk about:
- How stress + emotions can create real physical changes in the body
- “Guard your heart” vs. staying open-hearted (hello, discernment 👀)
- Why some people feel like sunshine… and others don't
- Body Code / Emotion Code work (without reliving trauma on a couch)
- How one person healing can shift a whole household
- And the practical side: foundational heart support we love—omega-3s, whole-food B vitamins, magnesium, hawthorn, and CardioPlus, and how they all can impact your heart

If you’ve been feeling a little “off,” a little stressed, or a little like your nervous system has been living in overdrive… this one’s for you.

Like, subscribe, share—and welcome to our wellness freak show (said with love).

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Brows, Brazilians , and Why Your Blood Pressure Might Be a Nervous System Signal

What starts as a simple eyebrow moment quickly turns into… well… a full-blown Living Well Together episode. 😅

In this one, Lisa gives Terry a little “silver fox” brow makeover using Crunchi’s newly launched optimized NutriBrow, and yes… we debate what shape makes you look surprised vs. slightly angry vs. “McDonald’s arches”. Terry, being the good sport he is, asks the important questions — like whether there’s a white brow pencil option and what, exactly, a “Brazilian” is… because apparently it’s slightly more than a million. 😂

But then we pivot — because it’s February, and in the office that means Heart Health Month.

We talk about why heart disease and cardiovascular issues are still a major conversation in America (yes, we reference the CDC), and why waiting until you “feel bad” is a terrible health strategy.

Terry breaks down blood pressure in a way that actually makes sense:
- Why blood pressure is often a signal, not a failure
- What “sympathetic dominance” has to do with blood vessels staying tight
- The classic garden hose analogy (with a few spicy extras 😬)
- Why cholesterol isn’t the villain people think it is
- And why personalized care matters because there’s no such thing as a “normal” person, only averages

We also get into the upper cervical chiropractic / atlas connection and how the brainstem and autonomic nervous system play a bigger role in regulation than most people realize — plus a fascinating study that found measurable drops in blood pressure after a specific upper cervical correction and why the research conversation is still evolving.

And because we’re us… we also take a brief detour into Aunt Gwen’s “anti-aging” skincare secret and why Terry thinks our healthcare system sometimes acts more like disease management than actual health management.

Next week: we’re coming back with Part 2 — more practical, holistic heart support strategies, lifestyle, emotional heart health, the importance of a healthy family heart, and what it looks like to truly balance the system… and Terry will (hopefully) have eyebrows that match.

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In this episode of Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town, we recap a whirlwind stretch (family fun + Florida business + airplanes doing surprise U-turns 😅)… and then we get into something we’re hearing everywhere right now:

Trend overload.
The hacks. The hot takes. The “do this or you’re behind” energy.

We talk about why the constant health chatter can quietly dysregulate your whole system (hello, stress hormones 👀), why simplicity + rhythm still wins, and how to stop piling on the supplements.

Then we make it practical: if you’re feeling overwhelmed, we share a reset approach that’s grounded in two big pillars:
✅ Increase sufficiency (nutrients + minerals your body needs)
✅ Decrease toxicity (what’s weighing your system down)

And because we’re us… we wrap it up with one of our favorite topics: your body’s “clue system.”
From tongue signs to ear creases, thinning eyebrow tails, dark circles, dry lips, brittle nails, and more — your body might be talking. The question is: are we listening?

Like, subscribe, follow, and comment — we love having you here!!

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Similar… But Not the Same — Why One-Size-Fits-All Medicine Is Officially Over

What do mosquitoes, strawberries, fluoride, vaccines, and the Garden of Eden have in common?
Apparently… your health. 😄

In this Florida-fresh episode of Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town, Terry & Lisa pull back the curtain on a huge shift happening in healthcare — the collapse of one-size-fits-all medicine and the rise of personalized biology.

We dive into:
✨ Why “similar but not the same” may be the most important phrase in healthcare
✨ The childhood vaccine schedule — what’s changing and why conversations matter more than mandates
✨ How toxicity vs. deficiency drives almost every disease
✨ Why fluoride is suddenly under fire — and what it may be doing to your brain, bones, thyroid & hormones
✨ The forgotten power of nutrition (and why doctors barely learn it)
✨ Real-world ways to protect your teeth, your brain, and your family — without medicating through the plumbing

Plus, a few rabbit trails into baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, why your grandparents had better teeth than you, and how to ask the most powerful medical question ever:

“Where did you read that… and could I have a copy?”

This episode isn’t about fear.
It’s about freedom, informed decisions, and trusting the brilliant design of your body.

If you’ve ever felt like the system wasn’t built for you — this one’s for you.
🎧 Hit play, saddle up, and let’s start asking better questions.

Flipping the Script on Healthcare — What 2026 Has in Store

What do airport strangers, sassy, independent 80-ish-year-old road-tripping chicks, and the upside-down food pyramid have in common?

Us. Apparently. 😂

In this episode, Terry and I are fresh off a family celebration in South Carolina (yes, the Sorbellos are officially official 💍) and somehow find ourselves spiraling into one of the most important conversations we’ve had yet — the massive shifts happening in the U.S. healthcare system as we head into 2026.

We talk about:
🥗 Why the food pyramid finally got flipped (and why it matters more than dieting)
📊 How America spends trillions managing sickness instead of building health
🏫 What new nutrition standards could mean for school lunches, SNAP programs, and even the military
🧠 Why protein isn’t just for muscles — it’s for hormones, brain chemistry, detox, and energy
🍞 The real difference between a carb and a smart carb
📝 The simple two-week food journal experiment that can change everything
💬 And why not everyone actually wants a healthier nation (yep… we said it)

This is not about politics.
It’s not about perfection.
It’s about asking better questions — because if we keep doing what we’ve been doing, we’ll keep getting what we’ve been getting.

Stick with us for Part 1 as we tackle food, fuel, and functional thinking — and don’t miss Part 2 next week when we unpack even more changes that will affect your family, your wallet, and your future health.

👇 Drop your thoughts, hallelujahs, or “wait… what?!” moments in the comments.
📌 Follow, subscribe, and share with someone who still thinks Rice Krispie bars (one of Lisa's favorites) count as breakfast.

Because it really is a big life in a small town.

In this compelling episode of Living Well Together, we sit down with Rick Perales — retired U.S. Air Force veteran, longtime public servant, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and the voice behind the PitBull214 podcast.

After decades of service in uniform and in public office, Rick has made it his personal mission to ensure that no veteran is left navigating life alone. Through PitBull214, he is closing the information gap that keeps too many veterans and their families from accessing the resources, benefits, and opportunities they have already earned.

Rick shares why Beavercreek became home, how service became part of his DNA, and what he has learned about the unseen struggles veterans face after the uniform comes off. This conversation stays above politics and focuses on what truly matters — honoring sacrifice with action, strengthening our local community, and equipping veterans with the knowledge they need to thrive.

If you have served, love someone who has, or simply want to be part of building a stronger, more informed veteran community in Greene County and beyond, this episode will leave you inspired — and equipped.

🎙️ Follow Rick’s podcast PitBull214 on YouTube to stay connected with vital veteran resources and stories that matter:
https://www.youtube.com/@Pitbull214podcast

What if the new year didn’t come with pressure… but with possibility?

In this heartfelt New Year edition of Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town, Lisa and Dr. Terry flip the tired “New Year, New You” script and invite you into something better — a fresh way to think about your year that feels hopeful instead of heavy.

Instead of resolutions that fade by February, they introduce the 5 Ps — a simple framework to help you dream with clarity and purpose:

✨ Purpose & Passion – what’s truly stirring in your heart
🌍 Places – where you’d go if nothing was holding you back
🤝 People – who you want to walk with this year
💼 Profession – how your work can align with your gifts
🎉 Play – the fun, adventurous parts of life we too often forget

Along the way, you’ll hear stories about travel dreams, career reinvention, building a vision that fits your faith, and navigating seasons of growth, stress, and transition — all while keeping your people close and your heart grounded.

This episode is for anyone who wants 2026 to feel intentional, not exhausting.

📝 Grab your journal.
🤍 Sit with the people you love.
💬 And ask yourself: What are my 5 Ps this year?

🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, share, and comment — and tell us what your Ps are!