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by Rachel Carta, RN

A Functional Approach to Women’s  Health, Energy, and Resilience

Living Inspired Blog & Podcast. A funcional approach to women's health, energy and resilience

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The Brain You’re Building in Midlife

The Brain You’re Building in Midlife

Published on: 21/08/2026

Discover how the choices you make in midlife, from blood sugar and sleep to movement, nutrition, and connection, may help shape your brain health for decades to come.

What a 93-Year-Old Taught Me About Aging Well

What a 93-Year-Old Taught Me About Aging Well

Published on: 07/08/2026

A 93-year-old shares what she's learned about letting go of old identities, setting boundaries, staying connected, and choosing who to become next.

How to Stay Calm Under Pressure:  Lessons From a Pilot

How to Stay Calm Under Pressure: Lessons From a Pilot

Published on: 31/07/2026

An airline pilot's story on training for calm and calculated risk, and what it teaches midlife women about reinvention and nervous system health.

Root Cause Nutrition for Women: Reading the Signals

Root Cause Nutrition for Women: Reading the Signals

Published on: 24/07/2026

Learn the root-cause approach behind brain fog, burnout, and the body signals business owners ignore.

The Magic Meal Formula: Fewer Cravings, More Energy, No More Diets

The Magic Meal Formula: Fewer Cravings, More Energy, No More Diets

Published on: 17/07/2026

Learn the Magic Meal Formula, fat, fiber, and protein, to steady your blood sugar, quiet cravings, and feel calmer at every single meal.

What Nobody Explained to You About Perimenopause and Hormones

What Nobody Explained to You About Perimenopause and Hormones

Published on: 10/07/2026

Perimenopause isn't a slow decline. Learn why your labs read normal, why hormones sit at the top of the pyramid, and where real relief begins.

This blog/podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.

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Rachel’s down-to-earth, authentic style shines in her podcast. Each episode is relatable and inspiring, with a mix of solo insights and guest conversations. I listen on morning walks or while prepping healthy meals, and I always finish feeling more grounded and in tune with my authentic self. Living Inspired truly lives up to its name.

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Rachel Carta, RN, is a Registered Nurse, Functional Nutrition Counselor, Life Coach, and author who helps women feel calm, confident, and like themselves again, especially when symptoms feel confusing, persistent, or brushed off as “normal.”

Rachel has spent her career supporting women through fatigue, digestive issues, mood swings, brain fog, anxiety, and midlife transitions. She is known for her ability to connect the dots between the body, the nervous system, and real life. Her work blends clinical insight with deep compassion, helping women understand why they feel the way they do and what actually helps.

Rachel’s approach is root cause, not rigid. She does not believe in strict protocols, perfection, or symptom chasing. Instead, she helps women recognize patterns, support their nervous system, and make small, meaningful changes that lead to steady improvements in energy, mood, and overall well being. Many of her clients come to her after years of trying everything and finally feel seen, understood, and hopeful again.

At the heart of Rachel’s work is a simple but powerful shift. Helping women see that their bodies are not falling apart. They are communicating, adapting, and asking for support.

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