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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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Why So Many Relationships  Struggle in Midlife  (And What To Do About It)

Why So Many Relationships Struggle in Midlife (And What To Do About It)

Published on: 21/03/2026

Struggling in your relationship lately? Understand how midlife changes affect mood, connection, and intimacy, and how to navigate it together.

When Midlife Symptoms Get Dismissed: What Women Need to Know About Hormones, Perimenopause, and Finding Real Help

When Midlife Symptoms Get Dismissed: What Women Need to Know About Hormones, Perimenopause, and Finding Real Help

Published on: 16/03/2026

Perimenopause symptoms, hormone confusion, and medical dismissal. Learn how to advocate for yourself and find real support in midlife.

Your Labs Are “Normal” So Why Do You Still Feel So Off?

Your Labs Are “Normal” So Why Do You Still Feel So Off?

Published on: 07/03/2026

Why normal lab results don’t always mean optimal health and how a functional approach can reveal the deeper story behind your symptoms.

The Real Reason Everything Feels Like Too Much in Midlife

The Real Reason Everything Feels Like Too Much in Midlife

Published on: 02/02/2026

Midlife brings hormonal shifts that can change how women feel on a day to day basis. Learn the real reason these changes are happening.

Marriage in Perimenopause: Why Everything Feels Different And How To Find Your Way Back To Each Other

Marriage in Perimenopause: Why Everything Feels Different And How To Find Your Way Back To Each Other

Published on: 14/11/2025

Perimenopause hormones can affect mood, stress, and relationships. Rachel Carta and Brooke Davis explain why symptoms intensify in midlife and how to support your body and emotional balance.

When One Small Thing Feels Like Too Much: Rebuilding Resilience in Perimenopause

When One Small Thing Feels Like Too Much: Rebuilding Resilience in Perimenopause

Published on: 31/10/2025

Learn how to rebuild resilience in perimenopause, calm your nervous system, and reduce overwhelm with simple strategies that help you feel steady.

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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