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Here to break down all things nutrition, while also discussing life and health along the way. Adrianne is a dietitian and owner of her own nutrition counseling business, Better Bites. She wants to help all people understand the importance of eating well and what it means to do so in the most approachable way.

Adrianne Wagoner


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    106 My Birth Story sharing as a first-time mom

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 55:30


    Sharing my birth experience and a major announcement for a major launch coming this spring!! My baby boy came into this world at the end of 2023, and I have finally decided it is time to return to the podcast and to share my story. Join the waitlist!! https://betterbites.myflodesk.com/js8cua12cxJoin me on Instagram NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosJoin me on TikTok tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn

    Maternity Leave

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 7:19


    wrapping up the year and sharing my vision and reminding you that I am heading on maternity leave now officially from the podcast and I will be back some time in the new year! Thanks for listening

    105 Taking Care of Your Gut

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 19:27


    5 tips on how to take care of your gut health and support healthy digestionMenstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com**not medical advice**

    The Dose Makes the Poison - you're ruining your hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 8:01


    The dose makes the poison, what does that mean? I share a bit about a previously covered topic (on TT) nail polish and endocrine disruptors, but I also then explain further about endocrine disruptors and limiting exposure vs stressing and trying to cut everything out.  Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com**not medical advice**

    104 Preconception Nutrition - why care before the pregnancy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 21:37


    Today's episode is focusing on preparing your body for conception. This could be 3mo before you are TTC or 3 years. It truly is important for your health to have balanced hormones and to be supporting your body with nutrients and a healthy lifestyle all the time. This episode is specifically covering why you need to care about preparing your body if you have the time and ability before you are ready to conceive. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com**not medical advice**

    Social Media Pressure - you're ruining your hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 5:56


    On today's mini episode we are talking about how the stress and pressure of social media usage can cause trouble for your health and hormones. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com**not medical advice**

    103 Progesterone Boosting Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 27:03


    Three foods that will absolutely boost and support your progesterone production! Also, on the dark chocolate comment I made, it is the true with 70-85% cacao :) Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com**not medical advice**

    Being Obsessed with Health Foods - you're ruining your hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 7:22


    Today begins a series on how beauty standards for women are ruining your hormones. This first part covers having an obsession with healthy eating that extends beyond a balanced mindset and focus in your life and turns into a fear of eating foods that aren't considered healthy. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    102 Controversial things that are ruining women's hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 26:15


    Three common things that are ruining our hormones as women. For some they might be seen as controversial, but the discussion needs to be had. Let me know your thoughts!Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Time to rest and relax

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 4:21


    The holidays can be exhausting, so this is a reminder that it is ok to take time to rest and recover, your body needs it. It is also important to be kind to yourself and not down about your dietary habits that you had yesterday. It is one day and now you can move forward. Stressing only makes things worse.Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    101 Thanksgiving and Healthy Hormones: 5 things we are doing this year

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 20:27


    Thanksgiving is a meal around eating, which can be very stressful for many reasons. So, today I am giving you 5 things we are doing this Thanksgiving to help our mental, physical, and hormonal health. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Improving Hormone Health by Reducing Alcohol Consumption

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 6:09


    A little spin from last week's episode on Healthy Hormones Through the Holidays. One bite-sized habit you can begin focusing on is reducing your alcohol consumption. Briefly chatting on how it affects your cycle and my experience with stopping alcohol last fall. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    100 Healthy Hormones Through the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 20:46


    How are we helping our hormones through the holidays? What are the important parts to stick with? Should we just wait for the new year? (hint: the answer is no) Let's talk about it all!Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Non-Negotiable Habits, Even on Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 5:10


    Sharing a few of my bite-sized healthy hormone habits that I tend to do even when I am away from home on vacation. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnemail: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    99 Preparing for Pregnancy with Nutrition

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 22:09


    Preparing for pregnancy can look like a lot of different things for different people, but today I wanted to touch on one of the most important (in my professional opinion) which is using nutrition!!Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.comRelated Episodes 94 balancing blood sugar for your cycle86 anti-inflammatory diet85 reducing foods that cause inflammation76 increase progesterone naturally74 why is ovulation important?

    Why You Should Spend Time Outdoors

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 5:17


    The weather might be getting your down, but surprisingly, spending more time outside might be the solution to that! Dressing appropriately of course, always considering the temperature. And good luck to anyone else who has to endure the time change this weekend :)Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    98 My Experience with Fertility Awareness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 27:08


    Sharing my 5+ year experience with using fertility awareness (specifically Creighton method) from initially using it to avoid pregnancy, to a tool for understanding and healing my cycle, to present time of achieving a pregnancy. Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Keeping Track of Your Period

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 7:08


    Menstrual Cycle Cheat Sheet: Free Download Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    97 Health Burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 30:27


    I am sharing my own experience with health burnout and fatigue. Not only sharing what lead me to this point right now, but also some techniques that can be used to get out of the rut. Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Power in a Morning Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 4:59


    Your morning routine matters! What you choose to do with the first hour of your day can make or break your cortisol production and we want to be setting ourselves up for success as best as possible.example of the light I mentioned in the episode Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    96 Super Nutrient Dense Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 26:04


    Three highly nutrient dense foods to incorporate for your health and hormones. Sharing some not-so-popular foods unapologetically and ways to incorporate them into your diet. *not medical advice*Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Increasing NEAT Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 7:22


    NEAT movement = non exercise activity thermogenesis and it is going to help keep your activity levels up throughout the day! Let's talk about this habit to focus on this week, how it impacts your hormones, and cover some examples.Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    95 What is a normal period?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 22:51


    What is a normal period? What makes an abnormal period? When should I talk to my physician? Should I be concerned?Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    94 balancing blood sugar for your cycle

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 21:28


    Let's discuss how balancing and supporting your blood sugar is an important factor when it comes to balancing and supporting your menstrual cycle. Not only do I cover the correlation between the two, but also a few changes you can make to help it all happen!Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    Getting Enough Sleep

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 6:14


    Mini episode #2!! Let's cover the importance of getting enough sleep. It influences so many hormones and your body's overall ability to recover and heal. Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

    93 Vitamins and Minerals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 24:08


    Vitamins and Minerals - the good, the bad, and the ugly. article mentioned: Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know - Consumer (nih.gov)Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn email: adrianne@betterbitesrdn.com

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    Eating Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 8:39


    Welcome to the first mini bite of the Making Better Bites podcast!! I am hoping these Friday episodes are a good reminder of individual little things you could focus on to start improving your health. For the first edition, I cover making sure you are eating enough food. It is important for your overall health, including your menstrual cycle, that you are eating enough (nutritious) foods to be able to sustain yourself and have the energy to get through the day functioning normally. Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn 

    92 Your Thyroid and Period Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 29:53


    The thyroid and your menstrual cycle are correlated and today we are going to be covering how some of you period problems could be related to your thyroid health! I also give some examples of how to incorporate thyroid boosting foods/nutrients into your diet more regularly.Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

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    91 Your Period and Your Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 24:59


    Let's talk about some ways to support your period better with your dietShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    90 Hormone Health in Your 20s - what I wish I knew

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 30:37


    20 Things I Wish I Knew About My Hormone Health Entering My 20s is the perfect welcome back from summer break as I have just recently turned 29 years old. I decided to break down different things about my health, habits, and menstrual cycle that I wish I would have known 10 years ago. Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn Shopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    89 Nutrition and Menstrual Cycle Misconceptions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 25:27


    Uncovering some misconceptions about nutrition and the menstrual cycle.1. How do you fit all foods and nutrients into every day?2. I still have my period monthly, but something still feels off?3. I don't like every food I see you talking about, how do I still heal my hormones?Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    88 Advocating for Your Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 25:37


    This episode is discussing the importance of advocating for your health no matter what it is that you have going on, you deserve to be heard and understood. It isn't always easy, but when you find someone to listen it makes a world of difference! I am giving some tips for how to advocate for yourself especially when it comes to menstrual cycle related symptoms and sharing some of my own experience as well!Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnJournal for tracking health: Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    87 Hydrate and Move Your Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 19:39


    Today is the final focus on reducing inflammation and we are discussing the lymphatic system and the digestive system. I am talking about how to use hydration and regular movement to improve both and keep inflammation down. Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    86 Anti Inflammatory Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 26:27


    Following last week's episode, we are talking about foods you can incorporate into your regular diet in order to help lower inflammation! Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    85 Reducing foods that cause inflammation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 27:57


    There are two important factors to reducing inflammation with your diet 1. increasing anti-inflammatory foods 2. decreasing inflammatory foods. Today we are focusing on the latter of the two (1 to follow next week) and discussing the concerns with three different types of foods that can cause inflammation when consumed regularly.Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub

    84 Added Sugar and Inflammation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 25:03


    What is added sugar? What is it's role in systemic inflammation? What can I do to consume less?Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub Research Referenced:How much sugar is too much? | American Heart AssociationExcessive intake of sugar: An accomplice of inflammation - PMC (nih.gov)Added Sugars on the New Nutrition Facts Label | FDA

    83 What causes inflammation?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 29:56


    What is inflammation? Is it positive or negative? How can you decrease it? What lifestyle factors effect it? What about dietary changes? Answering all your questions today!Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify (program and journal): Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    82 Hormonal Acne w/ Esthetician and Acne Specialist Jessica

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 22:39


    According to esthetician and acne specialist, Jessica of Uri Aesthetics, hormonal acne and proper nutrition go hand in hand, so I am excited to be able to share this side of the picture with our conversation! Today we are breaking down the details you need to know about hormonal acne. What is it? What causes it? What products can you use? How can you make it better?Her Instagram: Jessica Clark, NY Esthetician (@uriaesthetics) | Instagram My Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) | InstagramNotes from the episode:professional peels mentioned - Jessner's and TCAskincare ingredients - retinol, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acidhelp finding a professional - face reality certified

    81 Start Your Menstrual Cycle Wellness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 19:26


    Let's get your menstrual cycle wellness going! You can start feeling better soon with incoporating these habits into your life. Why do we cover 3 cycles with the habit changes? What if you don't know how to identify your different cycle phases? What if you are currently on birth control? How did you decide what to incorporate?Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn Shopify: Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    80 Hormone Balancing Tips - true or false

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 19:23


    Discussing if these three popular hormone balancing tips are true or false:1. Carrot salad is the only way to lower estrogen2. You have to buy organic food to balance your hormones3. Your menstrual cycle is importantInstagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnShopify: Better Bites Tools (better-bites-tools.myshopify.com)Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    79 Cycle Syncing from a Dietitian's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 26:07


    I have a lot of thoughts on the cycle syncing approach to menstrual cycle health and I am finally sharing them all! Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdnEtsy: BetterBitesTools - EtsyNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    78 Supplements for Hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 25:20


    Today's episode I discussed my stance on supplements as a women's health dietitian. This includes a few vitamins I am more likely to recommend and supplements you might want to be skeptical of taking. *disclaimer: this is not medical advice*Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn Etsy: BetterBitesTools - EtsyNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    77 Why do hormones and nutrition matter?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 22:54


    Why should you care about your hormones and nutrition? Why do I care about your hormones and nutrition? What is Making Better Bites? All of these questions and more will be answered in this episode!Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterbites_rdn Etsy: BetterBitesTools - EtsyNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub 

    76 Increase Progesterone Naturally

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 29:18


    Increase progesterone naturally by understanding how your lifestyle and diet effects your progesterone production. Also, discussion on how the body should be making a majority of its progesterone each cycle.Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok: betterbites_rdn (@betterbites_rdn) | TikTokNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub Etsy period journal: BetterBitesTools - Etsy

    75 Reducing Inflammation with Lifestyle and Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 37:48


    Reduce inflammation by making changes in your lifestyle (social, sleep, and activity) as well as reducing some foods in your diet while increasing others that contain anti-inflammatory properties! This is important for your menstrual cycle health, your mental health, and your overall wellness. Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videos Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub TikTok: betterbites_rdn (@betterbites_rdn) | TikTokresearch referenced: Chronic inflammation in the etiology of disease across the life span | Nature Medicine

    74 Why is Ovulation Important? (hint: it's not just for fertility)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 35:12


    Ovulating and experiencing the natural hormonal fluctuations of the menstrual cycle for a woman is healthy for the short and long term. There is a misunderstanding for many about the menstrual cycle and ovulation not being required for overall female health, but after today's episode you will understand why that is not the case. I am talking about all of that as well as signs of healthy ovulation, how to understand your cycle better, and when it is time to seek professional help. Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosNewsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub Articles I was referencing: Ovulation, a sign of health - PMC (nih.gov) The Secret Powers of Ovulation (It's Not Just to Make a Baby) (larabriden.com)Women's Health - The Importance Of Ovulation - Dr. Carla Cashin, ND (juniperfamilyhealth.com)

    73 Start Feel Better Quicker w/ These 3 Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 32:21


    Healthy habits can take a long time to feel a difference, but these 3 (er more like 5) that I am sharing today will make an impact faster than some other habits you might want to try. Whether you are just getting started, or feeling like you are in a slump, these will help jumpstart you to healthy balanced hormones! The name of the game, as always, consistency is key.Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosNewsletter: Subscribe to Join the New Better Bites Bulletin (ck.page) 

    72 Getting Started and Setting Yourself Up for Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 27:59


    It is difficult to get started building new healthy habits, so I wanted to share some motivation and insight to how I work to make adjustments for myself. The three-parts cover knowing that it will be difficult, planning and acting for your future self, and finding the motivation within to make the changes. Weekly Newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLE EXPERT (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videos

    71 Providing You with Tools to Improve Your Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 29:38


    Developing healthy habits is a lot easier when you have the education and support to make the choices that are going to work for you! Today I am talking about why I want to give someone the tools to improve their hormones instead of just handing over a list of food to start eating. I do still end it with a couple of simple important habits that most everyone could benefit from increasing or becoming more consistent with in their life. newsletter: expert-pioneer-1977.ck.page/bbbsub Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLES (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videos

    70 Making Period Health Approachable and Accessible w/ Carolyn Handke

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 53:26


    Today's guest is my first returning guest who you might remember from my fertility awareness method series, Carolyn Handke. She specializes in destigmatizing period wellness, removing the shame, and making it more accessible to people. We chat about how she has done this for herself, how she opens up the conversation for others, understanding your cycle and the different phases of the menstrual cycle. Carolyn's Instagram: Period Wellness - menstrual health (@periodwellness) • Instagram photos and videosMy Instagram: NUTRITION + WOMEN'S CYCLES (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videos

    69 Lifestyle Change for Healthy Hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 36:48


    Supporting your hormone health better isn't just about reaching a goal or following a diet for a few weeks, it truly has to be a lifestyle change for the long term. Today I am sharing how I made small changes on a regular basis that over time became second nature and now I am still doing them 1.5 years later! It has been pivotal in me actually feeling better and improving my overall health and cycle. Instagram: @betterbites_rdn NUTRITION + HORMONES (@betterbites_rdn) • Instagram photos and videosWeekly Newsletter: Subscribe to Join the New Better Bites Bulletin (ck.page) 

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