<p>In this <strong>Health, Wellth &amp; Wisdom Podcast</strong> episode, host and Nutrition Coach <strong>Nicole Hagen</strong> explores the connection between <strong>money and health</strong>, and why reaching health goals can feel so much harder when financial stress is part of the equation.</p><p>Using a compassionate, evidence-based lens, Nicole explains how <strong>financial flexibility acts as a safety net</strong> for health behaviors and why scarcity often pushes people toward rigid, extreme approaches that feel anything but sustainable.</p><p>Throughout the episode, you’ll learn about:</p><ul><li><p>Why money makes health behaviors more <em>forgiving</em> (not easier)</p></li><li><p>How financial stress impacts decision-making, perfectionism, and all-or-nothing thinkingWhy extreme diets and rigid rules are often a response to scarcity </p></li><li><p>5 practical ways Nicole has intentionally reduced expenses this year to create more breathing room</p></li><li><p>How small financial shifts can support health without requiring drastic lifestyle changes</p></li></ul><p>This episode will help you understand how money shapes our health behaviors in addition to providing real-world money saving suggestions you can apply right away!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:</strong></p><p><a href="https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching"><strong>https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coaching</strong></a></p><p><strong>Check your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  </strong></p><p><a href="https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v"><strong>https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v</strong></a></p><p><br></p>