# 1306. 3 Wellness Hacks That Changed Maria's Week: More Protein, Medical iPhone Hacks & Learning to Swim at 48

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Podcast: [Heal Squad x Maria Menounos](https://stenobird.com/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos-435348)
Published: 2026-07-06T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Hey, Heal Squad! Welcome back to another What Worked This Week! This week, Maria is sharing some of the simplest wellness habits that made the biggest difference—and none of them are about fixing a problem. Instead, they're all about preventing them. First up: protein. After chatting with an upcoming Heal Squad guest, Maria made one small change to her breakfast by dramatically increasing her protein intake—and the results were almost immediate. More energy, steadier blood sugar, and feeling better throughout the day. She also shares an important tip about iron absorption that completely changed her routine. Then it's all about making life a little easier. Maria shares some of her favorite digital hacks, including two iPhone features that could be lifesaving in an emergency, a hidden YouTube setting that's perfect for Yoga Nidra and meditation, and a few simple tech tricks that save time and reduce stress.Plus, Maria shares a personal milestone she's incredibly proud of: at 48 years old, she finally learned how to swim!! Hear what inspired her to take the leap and why she believes everyone should learn basic water safety. Whether you're looking for more energy, less stress, or practical ways to make everyday life a little easier, this episode is packed with simple habits your future self will thank you for. Enjoy! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com…

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