Right now, the wellness industry is louder than ever.

Protein powders, greens blends, creatine, collagen, gut health supplements…

Everywhere you turn, there’s a new product promising better energy, improved health, and longevity.

But with so many options—many of them expensive and subscription-based—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed… and even easier to overspend.

In this episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay, I sit down with Susie Burrell to cut through the noise.

Together, we explore what’s actually worth it when it comes to supplements—and what might simply be clever marketing.

We also dive into the unique challenges women face during peri-menopause, and how to support your body during this stage without falling into the trap of buying everything.

This episode is your reminder that building your health doesn’t have to come at the cost of your financial wellbeing.

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Back to the podcast notes:

🎧 What We Cover

• Why supplements and powders have become so popular

• Whether most people actually need supplements

• The truth about protein powders—who they’re for and what to look for

• Creatine explained (especially for women)

• Greens powders, collagen and “superfood” blends—worth it or not?

• How to spot the difference between evidence-based products and clever marketing

• The biggest mistakes people make when spending money on their health

• The risks of subscription-based supplement habits

• How to approach supplements in a balanced and intentional way

• Peri-menopause: what’s happening in the body and common nutritional challenges

• What to prioritise if you’re on a tight budget

• Whether it’s smarter to seek professional advice or testing before buying supplements

• The foundational habits to focus on before spending money on products

💡 Key Takeaway

You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars a month to be healthy.

The foundations will always come first:

real food, consistency, movement, sleep and hydration.

Supplements can play a role—but only when they are used intentionally, not reactively.

This is about spending wisely, not spending more.

🤍 Connect with Susie

If you’d like to learn more from Susie Burrell, you can connect with her here:

• Instagram: @susie_burrell

• Website: https://designedbydietitians.com

Susie also has her own range of nutritional products through Designed By Dietitians, which are created with a focus on evidence-based nutrition and practical everyday use.

As always, this episode is about education—so you can make informed decisions that feel right for your body and your finances.

🎙️ Share the Episode

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend, a sister, or someone who might be feeling overwhelmed by all the wellness advice online.

Because this is a conversation more women need to be having.

⚠️ Disclaimer

This podcast is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute personal financial or medical advice. Please seek appropriate professional advice tailored to your individual circumstances.