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Confidently counsel on nutrition, as we discuss different dietary patterns and address common patient queries. We are joined by Dr. Joan Salge Blake (Boston University).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case Ketogenic Diets Mediterranean & DASH Diets Fiber Oils and Fats Processed Foods Paleolithic and Carnivore Diets Food Order and Glycemic Control Protein Vegetarian and Vegan Diets Intermittent Fasting and Meal Timing Artificial Sweeteners Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, and Cover Art: Edison Jyang, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP    Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Joan Salge Blake, EdD, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND DisclosuresJoan Salge Blake, EdD, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND  reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: FIGSCurbsiders listeners can get 15% off. Just go to WearFIGS.com and use code FIGSRX. Sponsor: UpToDate For a limited time, get 10% off UpToDate packages with code CURB10. Visit https://store.uptodate.com/ to save on your annual or longer personal UpToDate subscription today. Sponsor: Continuing Education CompanyVisit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders and use promo code Curb30 for 30% off all webcasts and THANKYOU40 for up to 40% off online courses  The customer appreciation 40% off offer ends on June 30th.

Explore a personalized approach to Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) with Dr. JJ Allen on the LDN Radio Show. Discover his journey from engineering to pharmacy, advocating for foundational health, lifestyle changes, and evidence-based nutraceuticals. Learn about optimizing key nutrients and the nuanced titration of LDN for autoimmune conditions and long COVID.

This professional discussion explores the innovative microdosing protocol for Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) developed by Dr. Norman Marcus. The conversation highlights its effectiveness in managing autoimmune diseases, cancers, and particularly Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Learn about the challenges and advancements in LDN therapy and its growing applications.

This episode of the LDN Radio Show features Deborah sharing her journey with peripheral neuropathy and her positive experience using low-dose naltrexone (LDN). Host Linda Elsegood also discusses her own experiences with chronic pain conditions and the benefits of LDN. The conversation touches upon gut health, the FODMAP diet, and the challenges of accessing and raising awareness for LDN treatments.

In this live DNS Podcast recorded on 6/3/2026, host Christina Rollins is joined by a multidisciplinary oncology team to explore how strong interdisciplinary relationships optimize enteral nutrition care.  This session will examine real-world strategies for improving collaboration across disciplines, from feeding tube decision-making and placement to monitoring, troubleshooting, and care transitions. Panelists discuss communication gaps, role clarity, shared decision-making, and leadership behaviors that foster a culture of coordinated, patient-centered care. Speaker Bios:Gabrielle Raucci, MS, RD, LDN is an oncology dietitian at OSF Cancer Institute, providing nutrition care across the cancer continuum. She specializes in enteral nutrition support and feeding tube management, co-developed an enteral nutrition skills lab for dietitians, and serves as President-Elect of the Central Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Gabrielle earned her master's degree from Illinois State University and was recently named Central Illinois Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year.Jeanna Brouwer, RD, CSO is a board-certified oncology dietitian with more than 13 years of experience supporting patients throughout cancer treatment and survivorship. She has developed numerous educational programs for clinicians and is especially passionate about enteral nutrition, patient advocacy, and improving feeding tube processes from planning through home initiation.Jessica Williams, APRN is an advanced practice registered nurse with otolaryngology at OSF HealthCare. She specializes in ear, nose, and throat care, partnering with patients to identify underlying causes of their conditions and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on compassionate care.Nicole McKinley, MS, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist at OSF St. Francis Medical Center with more than 30 years of experience in head and neck cancer, voice, and swallowing disorders. She serves as OSF's head and neck cancer content specialist, mentors clinicians and students, and is dedicated to restoring voice, swallowing function, and quality of life.Catherine Bailey, RN, OCN is an Oncology Nurse Navigator at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center specializing in head and neck cancer survivorship. She helped develop OSF's START survivorship program and supports patients through education, support groups, and care coordination. Catherine has published and presented nationally on oncology navigation, survivorship, and advance care planning.Learn more about all things nutrition support at dnsdpg.org.

Check Out BioVitalis Peptides: https://biovitalis.org/ (Use Promo Code: GSD10 for 10% off)   Check Out Jim Brown's Substack Blog: https://substack.com/@forj   *Disclaimer: This NOT medical advice. Please make sure to seek your own medical professional for medical advice.   On this Podcast we break down our personal "Forever Peptides" vs the Peptides we cycle and/or the peptides we use at specific times of the year or as needed. We also dive into questions we received over the past week on peptides, nutrition, TRT, etc... If you have any questions, please send me an email Joshua@GSDMode.com and here are the questions we jump into this week:   -Question: When are you guys going to do a gear podcast? (I asked if He had any specific questions on "Gear") yeah I'd say a good first cycle , thoughts on tren ?, is it worth it low dose maybe ? Mast .   -Question: question: Your thoughts on using Trenbolone Enanthate at 150mg/week, instead of using Testosterone Cypionate 150mg/week for TRT?    Question: Hey guys! Once again thanks for all the great info! I just had my shoulder surgery yesterday and started my aggressive healing protocol this morning. I am in an adductor sling for the next 6 weeks. I start PT in a week, but I can take my arm out to breath and clean in 72 hrs. Can I pin my lats or tricep? I want to administer the bpc as close as possible but atm I can't seem to do it one handed and in my current state. I have been sticking to my stomach but I know the closer the better.   Question: Really appreciate all the great practical information. Could I please have your opinion on the compound Tesofensine. Any info will greatly appreciated. Thank you   Question: Hi Josh, Hi Jim. Amazing work all the time Gentlemen! Have you heard of / researched taking LDN (low-dose Naltrexone) for inflammation reduction? And, have you heard of / researched FLGR-242, a modified version of Follistatin-344, which has been available to the public since approximately November of 2025.   Question: I've been taking 200 mcg of cjc 1295 and 200 mcg of ipamorelin before bed 5 days on and 2 days off for about a month. I was not sleeping well on the nights i took it. 2 days ago I started taking1mg of tesamorelin and 200mcg of ipa before bed and cjc and ipa in the morning. I woke up with a headache both mornings. I was take half the amount of tesa and see what happens. Just curious what you thought was causing the headache. Thanks for all the good info guys!   Question: I've been on Reta for 4 months and have lost 15 pounds and 2 belt sizes, but my blood pressure is up and was a little high when I started it. If I stop Reta what should I take instead? I am going to start Tesa and wolverine stack for injury and to address gut problems. Still need to lose 30 pounds from waist up! 57 years old. Thanks!   Question: Hi guys! You talked about SS-31 and MOTS-C and running one before the other. I'm currently running SS-31 and planning to add in MOTS-C after a few weeks. I'm hearing that adding in NAD+ on opposite days of MOTS-C is beneficial. Have either of you done this? And if so, would you suggest that I add in the MOTS-C first and then a couple of weeks later, the NAD+? What are your thoughts? Thanks so much!   Question: Is there anywhere to look at the Reta statin data for plaque? My buddy had a widowmaker at 46 last month; it has me worried about my heart health at 54. I have a mild blockage in my LAD. I am on Tirz and a statin as is. If there is a way to reduce it at all I would be willing. Thanks!! Love the show!

Send us a message!Ever thought about working in sports, but not sure how to break into the field? In this episode our guest in sports dietitian Emily Kaley, MS, RDN, LDN, CSSD, ISAK 2! Emily shares about her career path, advice for students and how you can join her mentorship program!Emily Kaley, MS, RDN, LDN, CSSD, ISAK 2, is a Performance Dietitian with experience working across professional, collegiate, and Olympic-level sports, including Team USA Track & Field, Team USA Swimming, the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Liberty, New York University, Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, and Washington Nationals. She has built and implemented sports nutrition programs that support athlete fueling, recovery, health, and performance in high-demand environments.Emily earned her Master's degree in Sports Nutrition from University of Colorado Colorado Springs, a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from Simmons University and completed culinary school in Manhattan, giving her a strong foundation in both nutrition science and real-world food application. She specializes in translating complex sports nutrition concepts into practical, performance-focused strategies athletes and teams can apply.She currently runs a Performance Nutrition private practice in Brooklyn and mentors aspiring and practicing sports dietitians through The Academy for Sports and Performance Dietitians. A lifelong athlete, Emily earned her black belt at 15, played collegiate lacrosse, and has competed in the New York City Marathon and HYROX NYC. You can find Emily enjoying time with her family and eating her way through NYC.Emily's Mentorship Program is dedicated to educating, mentoring, and empowering the next generation of Sports Dietitians. Through expert-led courses, real-world insight, and professional mentorship, the Mentorship Program helps aspiring and practicing Sports Dietitians better understand the role of a Sports Dietitian and build the knowledge, confidence, and connections needed to succeed in the field of sports and performance nutrition. Contact Emily at emily.kaley@gmail.com if interested!

In this Nutrition411 podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, speaks with Wayne T. Ho, MD, and Vance L. Albaugh, MD, about how clinicians can improve obesity care for men by recognizing obesity as a chronic, relapsing disease and moving beyond outdated assumptions about willpower, protein intake, and scale-based success.

In this episode of the Hormone Genius Podcast, the hosts sit down with Dr. Marina Suri, an OB-GYN with more than 30 years of experience in restorative reproductive medicine and women's health. Together, they explore a refreshing and hopeful perspective on fertility, longevity, and what women can do naturally to support their hormone health and reproductive lifespan. Dr. Marina introduces the idea of “biological age” versus chronological age. While we cannot stop time, she explains that the health of our bodies is deeply influenced by lifestyle choices. The same habits that support longevity. The conversation dives into practical, foundational approaches that often get overlooked in conventional medicine. Rather than focusing first on expensive biohacking trends, Dr. Marina encourages women to start simple: eat whole foods, reduce ultra-processed foods and sugar, move the body regularly, and prioritize nutrient sufficiency. She shares how deficiencies in nutrients like vitamin D, B12, magnesium, and omega-3s are incredibly common in her patients and can significantly impact hormone health and fertility. The hosts also discuss the overwhelming amount of health information women encounter online today. Dr. Marina reminds listeners that the basics matter most. A Mediterranean-style diet, reducing inflammatory foods, regular exercise, and stress management are still some of the most evidence-based ways to improve fertility and overall wellness. Another major topic of the episode is low-dose naltrexone (LDN), a therapy gaining attention in restorative reproductive medicine.More recently, she has seen promising use in fertility support, particularly for women with inflammatory conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS. She discusses both the potential benefits and considerations of using LDN, including common side effects like vivid dreams and sleep changes. The discussion also highlights the growing concern surrounding endocrine-disrupting chemicals in modern life. From plastics and water contaminants to personal care products and cleaning supplies, Dr. Marina explains how environmental toxins may be impacting fertility, hormone balance, and even sperm counts. She shares practical ways women can reduce exposure without becoming fearful, including using water filters, cleaner products, and tools like the Environmental Working Group's Healthy Living App. The episode closes with a beautiful reflection on body literacy and the importance of women understanding their cycles and hormones. Dr. Marina encourages women not to take fertility for granted and to become more in tune with the natural rhythms of their bodies. Her mission is simple but powerful: to help women understand that they are not powerless when it comes to their health and fertility. This episode is packed with practical wisdom, encouragement, and empowering reminders that small lifestyle changes can truly transform hormone health, fertility, and long-term wellness. Interested in being a Podcast Sponsor with THE HORMONE GENIUS? Check out these links next to get more detailson our SPONSORSHIP VISION! PODCAST PARTNER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdffY6WpATSUZfVtaQDlgCH1TDvvR5o3u-1G_sxUzQ0iRgHqg/viewform MONTHLY SPONSOR: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBmq62f7FcAs6aGqD_2wrHyWlXRm66bhzvqF2M1Pal5nkGyA/viewform BRAND PARTNER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBu46XqvMbmi8dqt8LBzUE0r22Gj39Ou9tbXSeN6d8-G5qaA/viewform We love partnering with brands that align with our mission of empowering women through hormone education and whole-body health. Visit WeHeartNutrition.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off your first order. The information shared on the Hormone Genius Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or sponsors.

We discuss homeownership and financial empowerment with  Ernest L. Campbell Sr., Mortgage Retail Sales Senior Manager and Executive Director of Residential Lending at Wells Fargo, along with Abraham Reyes Pardo, Vice President of the Office of Housing and Diversion Services for the Urban League of Greater Philadelphia ahead of the free Homebuyer Fair on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Esperanza Arts Center in Philadelphia, featuring housing resources, counseling, and raffles up to $1,000.Register at Wells Fargo/Urban League Homebuyer Seminar & Fair.Learn more at Urban League of Greater Philadelphia and Wells Fargo Home Lending.Follow on Instagram: @urbanleaguephila and @wellsfargo.We also highlight the next generation of women leaders with Himakshi Shastri, Vice President of Philanthropy for Wharton Women at the University of Pennsylvania, discussing how students are providing pro bono consulting support to nonprofits across Philadelphia and New York City.Learn more at  Wharton Women.Follow on social media:Instagram @whartonwomen,TikTok @wharton.women,X @WhartonWomenUG,Wharton Women Facebook, and Wharton Women LinkedIn.And finally, producer Maddie Mickelberg separates fact from hype around today's protein diet craze with Alissa Smethers, PhD, RD, LDN, Assistant Professor of Instruction and MPH in Nutrition Program Director at the Temple University College of Public Health. 

Ep. 108- Silent Reflux (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux) with Dr. Inna Husain, MD by Erin Kenney, MS, RD, LDN, HCP

A young associate, from what I could gather, had been on the job for 3 days, and was asked to go over to another building and help load out D-Containers. They were quite shocked to learn they were not the large metal containers, as she put it, that looks like trailers. She asked if I'd ever seen such.  It just so happens that I've worked a lot with different containers earlier in my career.   Now when most people hear the word container, they think about those giant steel boxes stacked on ships crossing the ocean. But containers are really everywhere. From a D container rolling through a retail grocery warehouse, to an EH container packed with heavy product, to lift vans moving families overseas, all the way up to 45-foot, and even larger, high cube ocean containers arriving from around the world. There are so many different types of containers. They organize freight, help protect the product Increasing productivity and Improving cube utilization, and speeding up transportation.  And if you've ever worked around them, you already know containers aren't just boxes. Some are designed for stacking. Some for rolling. They even have some refrigerated products. I've seen several different ones for for export shipping.   So today, let's talk about containers. The small ones, large ones, reusable ones, the refrigerated ones, and the giant steel containers that changed global commerce forever.  Let's start with the containers many warehouse associates know best. The D containers, E containers, EH containers, and the LDN containers. Now depending on the operation, the exact sizes and names may vary slightly, but in grocery, foodservice, retail, and large distribution environments, these are usually large reusable, pallet or rolling containers designed around warehouse productivity systems. These are not the little plastic totes on our conveyer tracks.  Let's start off with the D Container. I've banded and strapped many a D container in my day.  If you've spent time in grocery or foodservice distribution, especially in the produce world, you've probably loaded up hundreds of D containers in your career. The D container is one of the workhorses of warehouse distribution. An absolute time saver. Typical dimensions are often around 48 inches long, 40 inches wide and anywhere between 36 to 48 inches tall. Anybody want to guess why 48 by 40. Yep, the size of a typical GMA, or the grocery manufacturers association pallet. Most are built with heavy-duty cardboard or plastic with reinforced bases, large caster wheels for the rolling models and some stackable designs as well. Many operations load them with 1,000 to 2,000 pounds of freight. I commonly see D containers used for mixed product selection, cooler operations like produce, think of like watermelons, pumpkins, melons, things like that. They are good for returns and repacks too. If you've seen those commercials or ads for buying a pallet of returned product, they may ship it to you in a D container.  A container can truly change the workflow. Using the right container is important. The size of the container affects our picking speed, trailer cube, stacking patterns, conveyor systems, even different slotting strategies, and labor productivity. Operations teams don't just pick containers randomly. There’s engineering behind every inch of that design. And from a safety standpoint, D containers demand respect. Once they're fully loaded, stopping distance changes, our pushing force is increased, visibility and control changes. Anybody that's ever lost control of a loaded D container on an incline knows exactly what I'm talking about!  Next up are the E containers. Now the E container is usually taller and designed for higher cube utilization. Typical dimensions are again around 48 inches by 40 inches wide, but  around 50 to 60 inches tall. You'll see E containers heavily used in, again, grocery distribution, some types of retail replenishment, and both cooler and freezer environments. I mentioned respect and safety earlier. That extra height changes everything operationally. Now we're talking about a higher center of gravity, reduced visibility and an increased tipping risk. A poorly built E container becomes dangerous quick. Especially if heavy product gets stacked high or product shifts during transportation.  Now let's move on to the EH container. The heavy-duty version. These containers are built tougher and stronger. More reinforced. And designed for heavier freight applications. The typical dimensions are often 48×40 and 60 inches tall or greater. Many operations safely load 2,000 pounds or more into an EH container.   You'll commonly find EH containers in freezer operations, meat distribution, industrial warehousing, manufacturing, and such. And once again, the container itself becomes part of the safety conversation. Because now we're discussing pinch points, rolling weight, dock plate safety, caster failures, and freight shifting. Especially in freezer environments where condensation freezes, wheels become harder to control, and any plastic can become brittle.   Let's see, what’s next, the LDN containers. These are often longer, deeper, high-capacity containers designed for heavy environments. Typical dimensions may range from 48 to 60 inches long, 40 inches wide and 60 inches or taller . These are commonly seen in cross dock operations, route staging and high-volume distribution centers and these containers are built around one thing, cube utilization. Empty space cost money right. Every inch matters. In the trailer, on the dock, in reserve storage and on conveyor systems. The better we use cube, the more efficient the operation becomes.  Now let's talk about something many younger warehouse associates may never have heard of. The lift van. Before standardized ocean containers became the norm, lift vans played a huge role in transportation and overseas moving. A lift van is basically a portable shipping vault. There usually built from wood or reinforced plywood with steel supports or composite materials. Typical sizes varied greatly, but many measured 6 to 8 feet wide, 6 to 8 feet tall and 6 to 12 feet long. These were heavily used for military relocations, office moves, overseas household shipping, and export freight. And honestly, lift vans helped inspire container standardization and showed a need across global shipping. Once businesses realized freight could stay inside one container from start to finish, efficiency exploded.  Now let's move into the giants of global commerce. The ocean shipping containers. These steel boxes changed the world. Before standardized shipping containers, freight was loaded piece by piece onto ships. Imagine loading every box, crate, barrel and pallet by hand. Loading ships could take days. Then standardized containers arrived and global commerce was changed forever.  The 20-foot container became one of the original global standards. There typical dimensions were 20 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8 feet 6 inches tall with a maximum gross weight of approximately 52,000 pounds, meaning a payload capacity of roughly 47,000 pounds. These containers are commonly used for things like machinery, industrial products, canned goods, and heavy dense freight. And because the container is smaller, it often handles heavy loads better than longer containers.  Now the 24-foot container isn't as common globally, but many domestic and specialized operations use them. You'll sometimes see them in regional transportation arenas, moving operations, specialized freight systems, and certain intermodal applications. They help bridge the gap between maneuverability and increased cube space.   And on to the 40 foot container. The 40-footer became the king of international shipping.  Typical dimensions being 40 feet long, 8 feet wide, 8 feet 6 inches tall with a gross weight of approximately 67,000 pounds. These dominate in retail imports, electronics, furniture, apparel, and consumer goods. When you picture giant stacks of containers on ships, this is usually what you're seeing. And you have the 40 foot and 45 foot high cube containers, both having an extra foot of space. These containers maximize import efficiency, warehouse throughput, transportation cube and trailer equivalent capacity. And anybody that's manually unloaded one during the summer already knows, halfway through that unload, it feels like the container keeps getting longer and longer.  And now let's talk about the refrigerated containers. Or as transportation folks call them reefers. These containers maintain controlled temperatures for frozen foods, produce, pharmaceuticals, dairy, and meat products. And these aren't just cold steel boxes. These are rolling refrigeration systems. They require temperature monitoring, airflow management, fuel systems, maintenance, and constant inspection. One reefer malfunction can destroy an entire load, thousands of dollars in freight, or millions in pharmaceutical products.   Containers certainly improve productivity, but they also introduce risk. We have to respect dock locks, the dock plates, trailer movement devices and chassis, shifting freight and stacking stability.  Ocean containers especially can become dangerous environments. Improperly loaded freight can shift violently when doors open. And overloaded warehouse containers can roll unexpectedly, tip over or create severe ergonomic strain. Sometimes the container itself is the hazard.  From a D container rolling through a grocery warehouse, to a refrigerated 45-foot High Cube crossing the Pacific Ocean, containers help move the entire world. Like we've said many times. every product has a journey. And almost every journey starts with a container. Look around you. Everything you see has probably been on a container, or at least a trailer, and came through a warehouse.   I'm Marty and thanks for listening to another episode of Warehouse and Operations as a Career. Stay productive and never stop learning. Yall stay safe out there. 

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Join host Graham McMahon, president and CEO of ACCME, as he speaks with registered dietitian Colleen Tewksbury, PhD, MPH, RD, CSOWM, LDN, FAND, incoming Chair of the Commission on Dietetic Registration and Assistant Professor in Nutrition Science at University of Pennsylvania, and pediatrician Christopher Duggan, MD, MPH, Editor in Chief, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, and Professor of Nutrition, Harvard University. They discuss evidence-based nutrition care, communicating without stigma, and practical ways interprofessional teams can help patients make sustainable changes amid widespread misinformation. Listen now and share with colleagues who are committed to strengthening nutrition and prevention in everyday practice.

What if one of the most effective tools for brain fog, inflammation, and immune balance isn't a new drug at all, but a repurposed one used in a completely different way? In this episode, Bryana Burken explains how low-dose naltrexone (LDN) works differently at lower doses to support the body's natural healing processes. LDN helps regulate the immune system and has shown benefits for individuals dealing with brain fog, long COVID symptoms, autoimmune conditions, and chronic inflammation. LDN signals the body to produce more of its own natural pain-relieving and mood-balancing compounds, helping improve clarity, energy, and overall function over time. This episode also highlights what to expect when starting LDN, including dosing, timelines for improvement, and how consistency plays a key role in success. While it is not a quick fix, LDN can be a powerful tool when used alongside a comprehensive approach to restoring balance and addressing root causes of health concerns. Watch now and subscribe to our podcasts at www.HotzePodcast.com. To receive a FREE copy of Dr. Hotze's best-selling book, “Hormones, Health, and Happiness,” call 281-698-8698 and mention this podcast. Includes free shipping!

In this episode of Nutrition 411, host Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, is joined by Caroline Susie, RDN, LD, to examine how GLP-1 medications are transforming patient expectations in weight management.

In this episode of Nutrition 411, host Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, is joined by Caroline Susie, RDN, LD, to explore how dietitians can cut through widespread nutrition misinformation and conflicting messages.

In this episode of Nutrition 411, host Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, is joined by Caroline Susie, RDN, LD, to explore the evolving future of dietetics practice. They discuss how emerging forces—including AI, GLP-1 therapies, and the rise of wellness influencers—are reshaping the profession.

In this episode of the Inspire Health Podcast,  Dr. Jen sits down with Erica, a seasoned nurse with 18 years of medical experience and a vital member of the Inspire Health team. Erica isn't just a clinician; she is an advocate for women's health who lived with Crohn's disease for decades. After years of being told her "body was attacking itself" and relying on high-powered biologics, Erica discovered the life-changing intersection of functional medicine, nervous system regulation, and bioidentical support. Dr. Jen and Erica peel back the curtain on what it really looks like to transition from a "chronic patient" to a thriving healer. Erica shares the exact tools—from Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) to Peptides and Dr. Joe Dispenza's mindset work—that allowed her to walk away from heavy medications and reclaim a life of clarity, energy, and joy. If you've ever felt dismissed by the traditional medical system or feared that your diagnosis was a life sentence, this conversation will remind you that your body is not a mistake—it's a messenger. Themes The "Root Cause" Shift: Moving beyond symptom management to understand why the body is inflamed. The Power of LDN & Peptides: How Low Dose Naltrexone and BPC-157 support autoimmune recovery without the heavy side effects of traditional biologics. Nervous System & Mindset: Why you can't "supplement your way" out of a high-stress state and how meditation changes your biology. Bioidentical Hormones: The missing link in inflammation—how balancing progesterone and estrogen can "move the needle" on gut health. Intuition over Authority: Learning to trust your inner voice when it says there is a better way to heal. Connect with Jen: 

Recently I wrote about research around GLP-1s and nutritional deficiencies. In summary, we looked at a study that showed that most of the clinical trials aren't studying this at all, and that when studies do consider this there are concerning findings, and, finally, the implications of all this.I was recently contacted by a Chicago-area private practice dietitian (MS, RDN, LDN) who had, in fact, written a letter to the editor of the journal that published one of the articles I looked at in Part 2, Malnutrition is Common in Patients Utilizing Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists Prior to Total Joint Arthroplasty, published in the journal Arthroplasty Today. The letter made important points about the study itself (including the lack of a Registered Dietitian among the authors) as well as issues with the measures chosen and more.This is where I would link to the published letter, except that it's not published. It was rejected, not on the merits of its arguments, but with a single sentence:“We appreciate your letter to the editor but I am not sure that we typically have registered dietician [sic] comment or collaborate on our research." Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

After turning 60, Deb Benfield began questioning societal messages around aging, vitality, and beauty, and quickly realized how many resources still centered weight loss and youth as ultimate goals. In response, she created what she couldn't find: a framework for nourishing the body that honors inner wisdom, prioritizes quality of life, and embraces the full spectrum of aging.Deb Benfield, M.Ed., RDN, LDN, RYT is a Nutrition Therapist, Registered Dietitian, and Body Image Coach with 40 years of experience helping people heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies.In my time with Deb, we discuss her book, Unapologetic Aging: How to Mend and Nourish Your Relationship with Your Body. Specifically, she discusses harmful trends and limiting beliefs regarding ageism, diet and wellness culture, and body shame. She also shares recommendations for caring for our bodies in in this important life stage and reminds us that midlife and beyond holds the opportunity to emerge as your most authentic self.  Buy Melissa L. Johnson's book, Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless, here. Learn more about Impossible Beauty and join the community here.

Conversation #352:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Cat Rudolph, MS, RD, LDN and Nutritional Sciences PhD StudentToday's conversation is with Cat Rudolph, a registered dietitian and nutritional sciences PhD student. As is a life-long learner, she has taken charge of her future by connecting opportunities challenging her comfort zone to support her professional and personal growth. Her background includes experiences in community nutrition education/research, food security initiatives, farmers' markets, oncology, and clinical nutrition. She is being intentional with her career,  pursuing a doctoral degree in Nutritional Sciences with a minor in public policy at Iowa State University and is excited for what the future holds. Please enjoy my conversation with Cat. Connect with Cat.InstagramLinkedInwww.anneelizabethrd.comCopyright © 2026 AEHC & OPISong: One Of These DaysArtist: The Geminiwww.thegeminimusic.comMusic used by permission. All rights received.© ASCAP OrtmanMusic

Are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound right for you, especially as an athlete or active adult? And if you are taking one, how do you lose fat without losing muscle?In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport, RDN, LDN, CISSN, EP shares what she is seeing in practice with patients using GLP-1 medications and explains how to optimize nutrition for better results.You'll learn:how GLP-1 medications workwhy protein is criticalhow to reduce nausea and constipationwhy fiber, hydration, and nutrient density matterwhat athletes need to know about fueling and performancewhy every person on a GLP-1 should work with a registered dietitianWhether you are considering a GLP-1 or already taking one, this episode will help you make more informed decisions.Learn more or work with us here.Experience the breakthrough when everything finally clicks! Train with expert coaches, fuel with incredible chef-prepared meals, and connect with athletes who love triathlon as much as you do. Join us April 22–26 at beautiful Lake Jocassee for four unforgettable days of swim, bike, run, learning, and community. Spots are almost full: Reserve yours here. Support the show

Five events. Eight weeks. Zero excuses.If you're in ops, finance, or senior leadership at an agency or consulting firm – Harv runs through five upcoming events worth getting in your calendar right now.From the Maturity Gap Webinar (where the findings from the business maturity quiz finally get revealed) to the FinOps Conference, two intimate Handbook Breakfast Sessions in London, and – for the first time ever – a Breakfast Session in Manchester.Register as follows:1️⃣ The Maturity Gap Webinar, 15 Apr – https://bit.ly/the-maturity-gap 2️⃣ The Handbook: Breakfast Session 'Multi-Entity Madness', LDN, 23 Apr – https://bit.ly/breakfast-apr263️⃣ The FinOps Conference (50+ headcount businesses), LDN, 21 May – https://bit.ly/finops-conf4️⃣ The Handbook: Breakfast Session 'When Finance Met Ops', LDN, 28 May – Drop Harv a DM on LinkedIn to save you a seat! 5️⃣ The Handbook: Breakfast Session 'When Finance Met Ops', MCR, 3 Jun – Drop Harv a DM on LinkedIn to save you a seat! Hope to see you there! 

In this episode of the Nutrition411 podcast, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND and Caroline Susie RDN, LD, unpack the updated food guide pyramid, noting that while the visuals and messaging have shifted, the underlying nutrition science remains largely unchanged. The discussion explores how these updates may create confusion around topics like saturated fat and protein, and highlights the critical role of dietitians in translating national guidance into personalized, evidence-based care.

Episode 82 of Body Justice Podcast is a follow up conversation with Deb Benfield, a registered dietitian and author of Aging Body Liberation, about the intersection of diet culture and ageism; as well as the covert ways disordered eating is becoming embedded into policy in the U.S. We discuss our thoughts on: ultra-processed foods, seed oils, longevity medication and more.More about Deb:Deb Benfield, M.Ed., RDN, LDN, RYT, is a Registered Dietitian, nutrition therapist, and body image coach with 40 years of experience helping people heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. Her work sits at the intersection of anti-ageism, body liberation, and trauma-informed care, offering a radically compassionate alternative to anti-aging, diet, and wellness culture, especially for those in midlife and beyond.After turning 60, Deb began questioning the dominant narratives around aging, vitality, and beauty—and quickly realized how many resources still centered weight loss and youthful appearance as ultimate goals. In response, she created what she couldn't find: a framework for nourishing the body that honors inner wisdom, prioritizes quality of life, and embraces the full spectrum of aging.She's the author of Unapologetic Aging: How to Mend and Nourish Your Relationship with Your Body and offers individual and group coaching to help others age unapologetically—on their own terms.Disclaimer: this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This is not a replacement for individual therapy or medical advice. As always, you can find the host of this podcast, Allyson, on her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@bodyjustice.therapist.⁠⁠⁠Educational resources mentioned:Maintenance Phase- Ultra Processed Foods EpisodesEmily Oster- Seed OilsEmily Oster- Microplastics

In this episode of the Wise Divine Women podcast, Dana Irvine and DANIELLE ARNOLD, MS, CNS, LDN, explore the intricate connections between gut health, hormonal balance, and breast health. They discuss the importance of personalized care through testing, the role of probiotics and digestive enzymes, and the impact of genetics on health outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the need for preventative measures and understanding one's unique health profile to optimize well-being. Danielle is a clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner who supports providers in interpreting functional tests and building microbiome-centered care plans, and she teaches clinical nutrition in an academic setting as well. Together, they are experienced educators who regularly speak with both professional and lay audiences about gut health and the microbiome's role in whole-person care. They can be found online at DesignsforHealth.com.TakeawaysGut health is foundational for overall hormonal balance.Testing is crucial for personalized health care.Probiotics should be tailored to individual needs.Digestive enzymes can significantly improve nutrient absorption.Methylation plays a key role in health and disease prevention.The gallbladder is essential for hormone detoxification.Genetics can inform health strategies but should not be the first step.Lifestyle choices can influence genetic expression.Breast health is closely linked to gut microbiome health.Preventative measures are vital for long-term health.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Healing02:53 Understanding Hormonal Health and Its Impact05:36 The Role of Gut Health in Hormonal Balance08:11 Exploring the Connection Between Gut and Breast Health10:51 The Importance of Testing and Personalized Care13:46 Probiotics and Their Role in Gut Health16:40 Digestive Enzymes: A Key to Nutrient Absorption19:11 The Impact of Genetics on Health22:16 Preventive Measures for Breast Health24:47 The Importance of Methylation and Nutrient Absorption27:32 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIf you're over 40 and feeling:• Tired but wired • Bloated or inflamed • Hormonal and frustrated • Concerned about breast health • Unsure what testing you truly needYou don't need another quick fix. You need clarity.The ⁠Wise Divine Health Clarity Call⁠ is your 1:1 strategy session to uncover root causes and map out your next best steps — whether that's functional testing, thermography, nutrition coaching, or hormone support.

Probiotics have become one of the most commonly used supplements in modern health care—but many people still struggle with persistent gut symptoms despite taking them. Why do standard probiotic approaches sometimes fall short?In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with Danielle Arnold, MS, CNS, LDN, of Designs for Health about why gut health may be better understood as an ecosystem rather than a simple probiotic decision. The conversation explores keystone microbes, cross-feeding, short-chain fatty acids, and how clinicians use more targeted strategies to support microbiome balance and overall health.Learn more at: https://www.designsforhealth.com/our-storyhttps://www.a4m.com/danielle-arnold.htmlhttps://www.sourcefunctionalnutrition.com/aboutPlease, support The Aging Well Podcast by hitting the ‘like' button, subscribing/following the podcast, sharing with a friend, and….Tip Jar! All donations support this podcast to keep it going. https://paypal.me/theagingwellpodcastBUY the products you need to… age well from our trusted affiliates and support the mission of The Aging Well Podcast*.The Aging Well Podcast merchandise | Show how you are aging well | Use the promo code AGING WELL for free shipping on orders over $75 | https://theagingwellpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/AGINGWELLAuro Wellness | Glutaryl—Antioxidant spray that delivers high doses of glutathione (“Master Antioxidant”) and the new Copper Tripeptide (GHK-Cu) | 10% off Code: AGINGWELL at https://aurowellness.com/agingwellpodcastBerkeley Life | Optimize nitric oxide levels | Purchase your starter kit at a 15% discount | Use the promo code: AGINGWELL15 | https://berkeleylife.pxf.io/c/6475525/3226696/31118Oxford Healthspan | Primeadine®, a plant-derived spermidine supplement | 10% off code: AGINGWELL | ⁠https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/AGINGWELL⁠Jigsaw Health | Trusted supplements. “It's fun to feel good.” | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL for 10% off: https://www.jigsawhealth.com/?rfsn=8710089.1dddcf3&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8710089.1dddcf3KneeMo | A smart device programmed to reduce your knee pain and keep you moving. | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL15 for 15% off: https://thekneemo.com/ref/agingwellProlon | The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a revolutionary five-day nutrition program scientifically formulated to mimic the effects of a prolonged water fast while still allowing nourishment - supporting the benefits of fasting without the challenges and risks that come from water-only fasts. | For the best available discount always use this link: https://prolonlife.com/theagingwellpodcastL-Nutra Health | The medical division of L-Nutra, focused on helping people manage and potentially reverse chronic health conditions, like type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, insulin resistance, and obesity, using personalized, lifestyle-based programs grounded in evidence, not prescriptions. | Use this link: https://l-nutrahealth.com/theagingwellpodcastThrive25 | Your personal longevity advisor | https://www.thrive25.com/early-access?via=william-jeffreyFusionary Formulas | Combining Ayurvedic wisdom with Western science for optimal health support. | 15% off Code: AGINGWELL | https://fusionaryformulas.com?sca_ref=9678325.IHg5xYhdOzzke8ZrDr Lewis Nutrition | Fight neurodegeneration and cognitive decline with Daily Brain Care by Dr Lewis Nutrition—a proven daily formula designed to protect and restore brain function. | 10% off code: AGINGWELL or use the link: https://drlewisnutrition.com/AGINGWELLTruDiagnostic | Your source for epigenetic testing | 12% off Code: AGEWELL or use the link: https://shop.trudiagnostic.com/discount/AGEWELL*We receive commission on these purchases. Thank you.

Persistent drool rash can be more than just a messy phase. In this episode, we explore how red, irritated cheeks, especially when they flare at certain times of day, may be early clues that a baby's skin barrier is struggling and that deeper eczema-related issues could be developing.We also unpack how signs like cradle cap, colic, diaper rash, flushing with foods, and mucus in stools can fit into a bigger picture. Tune in to learn how to tell the difference between a drool rash, an eczema flare, and a possible allergic reaction, so you can feel more confident about what your baby's skin may be trying to tell you.My guest, Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS, LDN, is a clinical nutritionist who helps babies and children with chronic rashes get to the root causes of their skin issues. Known for her pediatric skin-focused approach, she is passionate about helping families support healthy skin through her signature method, Rashes Be Gone.⭐️Mentioned in This Episode:- See all the references

If you have PCOS and feel constantly hungry, deal with strong food cravings, or struggle with binge eating, you are not imagining it. PCOS can directly affect hunger, cravings, and eating patterns through insulin resistance and hormone imbalance. In this episode, Dr. Marianne explains the real link between PCOS and eating disorders so you can understand what is happening in your body without blame. What Is PCOS? PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is an endocrine and metabolic condition that affects hormones, blood sugar regulation, and appetite. While often labeled as a reproductive issue, PCOS also plays a major role in hunger, food cravings, and disordered eating patterns. PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and Food Cravings Insulin resistance is common in PCOS and can disrupt blood sugar stability. This can lead to increased hunger, intense food cravings, and energy swings throughout the day. These PCOS symptoms are biological and can strongly influence eating behavior, including binge eating. The Link Between PCOS and Eating Disorders The connection between PCOS and eating disorders develops when increased biological hunger meets pressure to restrict food. Restriction can intensify cravings, increase food focus, and contribute to binge eating and disordered eating cycles. This is not a failure of willpower. It is the interaction between hormone imbalance, insulin resistance, and external messaging about food. Neurodivergence, PCOS, and Eating Patterns Neurodivergent individuals may experience additional challenges with eating, including sensory sensitivities, executive functioning differences, and changes in hunger awareness. When combined with PCOS, these factors can make eating feel more complex and require more flexible, individualized support. Why Restriction Can Worsen PCOS and Binge Eating Restricting food can increase hunger and amplify PCOS-related food cravings. This can lead to stronger urges to eat and cycles of binge eating. Supporting consistent nourishment can help stabilize energy, reduce extremes, and support eating disorder recovery. A Non-Restrictive Approach to PCOS and Eating Disorder Recovery Recovery from eating disorders with PCOS requires working with your body, not against it. This includes consistent eating, supporting blood sugar regulation, using low-lift meals, and honoring sensory needs. These approaches can support both hormone balance and a more regulated relationship with food. The Emotional Side of PCOS and Disordered Eating PCOS is often accompanied by body changes and exposure to weight stigma, which can increase distress and drive attempts to control food. Understanding the emotional and social layers of PCOS and eating disorders is an important part of healing. You Are Not Broken If you are living with PCOS, insulin resistance, food cravings, or binge eating, your experience is valid. Your body is responding to real biological processes. Support is possible without restriction, shame, or rigid food rules. Related Episodes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Nutrition With Eden Davis, RDN, LDN on Apple & Spotify. Healing Binge Eating Disorder: One Woman's Journey Toward Body Trust & Food Freedom With Dr. Michelle Tubman, M.D. @wayzahealth on Apple & Spotify. Chronic Binge Eating Disorder: Why It Persists & What Real Recovery Looks Like on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne: Binge Eating Recovery Membership If you are struggling with binge eating, disordered eating, or PCOS-related food challenges, Dr. Marianne's binge eating recovery membership offers a non-restrictive, neurodivergent-affirming approach. Learn practical tools to support hunger, reduce food urges, and build a more sustainable relationship with food. Check out more about Dr. Marianne on her website, drmariannemiller.com.

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If you have chronic kidney disease, you've probably been told to cut out potassium, avoid phosphorus-rich foods, and brace for dialysis. But what if most of that advice is outdated and the foods you've been avoiding are actually the ones that could protect your kidneys?In this episode, you'll hear from Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN, who makes the case that the most powerful thing people with CKD can do isn't eliminate more foods, but stop fearing the ones that were never the problem to begin with.Connect with Destiny:  Instagram / Facebook______________________________

Fertility is often viewed as a women's health issue, but research tells a different story. In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, Ayla Barmmer joins Dianne Koehler to explore the overlooked role of male fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and long-term child health.With male factors contributing to nearly 50% of infertility cases, this conversation unpacks why men are frequently left out of the fertility equation, and what that means for couples trying to conceive.Ayla shares her functional nutrition approach to preconception care, highlighting how oxidative stress, nutrient deficiencies, environmental toxins, and lifestyle habits directly impact sperm quality, DNA integrity, and reproductive outcomes. She also explains why standard semen analysis may not tell the full story, and what deeper markers of male fertility health should be considered.Beyond conception, this episode dives into how both male and female preconception health influences placental development, pregnancy complications, miscarriage risk, and even a child's long-term metabolic health.Whether you're a practitioner, a couple trying to conceive, or simply interested in optimizing health, this episode reframes fertility as a shared responsibility - and a powerful window into whole-body and generational health.Ayla Barmmer, MS, RDN, LDN, is the founder and CEO of FullWell, the only registered dietitian-founded and formulated reproductive health supplement brand that supports women and men at every stage. With 20+ years of experience in fertility nutrition, Ayla has taken an evidence-backed, foundational approach in developing the highest quality, effective, and thoroughly tested offering that clinicians and customers love, which has allowed her to build FullWell profitably from the start without venture backing. While currently on sabbatical from private practice, Ayla owns and operates Boston Functional Nutrition and co-founded the Women's Health Nutrition Academy in 2018.Connect with Ayla:LinkedInInstagramSubstackFullWell WebsiteFullWell Instagram**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

In todays episode, Lindsay Keach Bronstein shares the journey to building a compassionate relationship with our bodies. We explore how tuning into bodily signals, practicing self-care, and shifting societal narratives can foster wellness and resilience, especially during life's transitions, illness and menopause for designing a life we can live inside of.   Key Topics: Building a compassionate relationship with the body Listening to bodily signals and intuition Shifting societal narratives around women's health   FOLLOW LINDSAY:  Join her on Substack: https://bodypartnership.substack.com/ Lindsays Website: https://feedhealth.com/     Follow Lisa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/ Join The Feminine Leadership Lounge: https://circle.lisamalia.co/join   Lindsay Keach Bronstein (MS, RDN, LDN, HC) is an integrative dietitian and health coach who has spent nearly two decades helping people transform their relationship with their bodies from projects to fix into caring, collaborative partnerships. After her own diagnosis with Crohn's disease in her early twenties, Lindsay learned firsthand that healing isn't just about treating symptoms. It requires a completely different relationship with your body: one built on care and curiosity rather than control. That journey became the foundation of the Body Partnership Method.  Lindsay's work lives at the intersection of science and soul. She brings deep clinical expertise, shaped by years of clinical work and teaching at one of the country's leading integrative medicine centers, alongside a profound respect for the body wisdom and intuition that no textbook can fully capture. She helps people weave both together: using evidence and their own body's signals to discover what is actually true for them, in this body, in this season of life.   She works with people navigating digestive challenges, migraines, hormonal shifts, and complex chronic conditions, always through the lens of curiosity, collaboration, and compassion rather than control. Lindsay has a virtual practice based in Massachusetts and publishes The Body Partnership on Substack.   CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction to Body Partnership and Healing 02:06 Lindsay's Journey: From Designer to Health Coach 07:37 The Body as the Last Frontier for Women 13:11 Integrating Science and Intuition in Wellness 18:51 Understanding Supplement Efficacy 21:51 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Change 25:33 The Importance of Self-Care in Today's World 29:01 Building a Relationship with Your Body 31:18 Practical Steps for Body Partnership

Dr. Yusaf (PJ) Saleeby shares insights from his practice in 2025 regarding Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN). He discusses patient sensitivity, optimal starting doses, and LDN's efficacy for various conditions including Lyme, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. The conversation also delves into Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and the critical role of informed clinicians in its management.

Episode 81 of Body Justice Podcast is all about the intersection of diet culture and ageism. We discuss how these systems impact our relationship to food and body, especially as we age. We explore how the skincare industry has emerged as the new diet culture and how it is rooted in a socialized fear of aging. Deb shares her own lived experience as a woman in her late 60s, a professional in the eating disorder field with decades of experience- and how she aims to challenge these harmful systems in her work with clients and anyone who follows her work.More about Deb:Deb Benfield, M.Ed., RDN, LDN, RYT, is a Registered Dietitian, nutrition therapist, and body image coach with 40 years of experience helping people heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. Her work sits at the intersection of anti-ageism, body liberation, and trauma-informed care, offering a radically compassionate alternative to anti-aging, diet, and wellness culture, especially for those in midlife and beyond.After turning 60, Deb began questioning the dominant narratives around aging, vitality, and beauty—and quickly realized how many resources still centered weight loss and youthful appearance as ultimate goals. In response, she created what she couldn't find: a framework for nourishing the body that honors inner wisdom, prioritizes quality of life, and embraces the full spectrum of aging.She's the author of Unapologetic Aging: How to Mend and Nourish Your Relationship with Your Body and offers individual and group coaching to help others age unapologetically—on their own terms.Disclaimer: this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This is not a replacement for individual therapy or medical advice. As always, you can find the host of this podcast, Allyson, on her website: ⁠⁠⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠ or IG: ⁠⁠⁠@bodyjustice.therapist.⁠⁠⁠

What if your low energy or stubborn performance plateau have little to do with your training, and everything to do with your thyroid?In episode 133 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I'm joined by Katie Morra, MS, RD, LDN, IFMCP, to talk all about thyroid health for athletes. Katie is a Registered Dietitian and former Division 1 athlete who specializes in complex chronic illness. Her practice, Gut Honest Truth, focuses on the identification and treatment of root causes behind chronic inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal dysfunction, and thyroid dysfunction.In this episode, Katie and I discuss:What the thyroid actually does and how it impacts almost everything in the bodyCommon signs of thyroid dysfunction in active peopleThe connection between underfueling, stress, and thyroid functionWhy looking at TSH alone doesn't tell the full story, and what you should get tested insteadKey nutrients for thyroid health How gut health impacts nutrient absorption and thyroid functionWhen someone may need thyroid medicationThe difference between Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism caused by underfuelingPractical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support the thyroidThis is a complex topic and we only scratch the surface, but it's a really helpful starting point if you've ever wondered whether your thyroid could be playing a role in how you feel or perform.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed trying to help your child with eating, weight, or health—this conversation is for you.In this episode of Family in Focus, I'm joined by Joey Skelton, MD, MS, FAAP and Dara Garner-Edwards, MSW, LCSW, co-authors of Your Child Is Not Their Weight: Parenting in a Size-Obsessed World.Together, we explore how to support your child without shame, pressure, or food battles—and why focusing on weight often does more harm than good.Dr. Skelton and Dara bring nearly two decades of experience working with families through the Brenner FIT Program at Wake Forest University, where they focus on practical, family-centered care that creates lasting change.In this episode, we discuss:• Why weight-focused conversations can backfire• What children actually hear when we talk about food• The impact of pressure, restriction, and “fixing”• How to support your child's health without shame• Why connection—not control—creates real change• The power of family meals and reducing stressIf you've ever felt stuck or unsure how to help your child, this episode offers a new way forward.About Our GuestsJoey Skelton, MD, MS, FAAP – Pediatrician and professor at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, leading the Brenner FIT Program.Dara Garner-Edwards, MSW, LCSW – Family counselor specializing in helping families create sustainable change without shame or judgment.Along with Melissa Moses, MS, RDN, LDN (co-author and registered dietitian), they wrote:

On today's episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, Michelle sits down with Aimee Raupp (@aimeeraupp) to explore the latest breakthroughs in fertility science and ovarian rejuvenation. From PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy and rapamycin to senolytics, peptides, and low-dose naltrexone (LDN), this conversation dives into emerging tools that may support egg quality, ovarian function, and fertility after 35. They also challenge long-standing scientific dogma around ovarian aging and discuss whether women are truly born with all the eggs they'll ever have. If you're navigating diminished ovarian reserve, PCOS, endometriosis, insulin resistance, or age-related fertility concerns, this episode offers cutting-edge insights and practical hope grounded in evolving research. Key Takeaways: PRP ovarian rejuvenation may improve ovarian function and support natural conception in some women. Emerging research questions the belief that women are born with all their eggs, opening new conversations about ovarian aging and regeneration. Rapamycin and senolytics (like fisetin) are being studied for their potential role in delaying ovarian aging and reducing inflammation. Peptide therapy may support hormonal balance, egg quality, insulin sensitivity, and conditions like PCOS. Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) may help regulate immune function, reduce inflammation, and support fertility outcomes in certain cases. Guest Bio: Aimee Raupp (@aimeeraupp) , MS, LAc, is a leading fertility expert, licensed acupuncturist, women's health advocate, and bestselling author dedicated to helping women improve egg quality, balance hormones, and optimize their ability to get and stay pregnant, naturally or with IVF. She is the author of Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, Body Belief, and The Egg Quality Diet, a clinically proven 100-day fertility program designed to reduce inflammation and enhance reproductive health. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Aimee works with clients worldwide through virtual fertility coaching and treats patients at her New York and Connecticut clinics. She is the founder of Aimee Raupp Beauty and co-founder of Rejoova, a science-backed fertility supplement company supporting egg and sperm health. Her work has been featured on The View and in Glamour, Allure, Shape, Well + Good, MindBodyGreen, and GOOP, with endorsements from leaders in wellness and personal development. Connect with Aimee Raupp: Visit her websiteFollow her on Instagram Follow her on Tiktok Learn more Healthgevity here For more information on working with Aimee and her team of fertility coaches and acupuncturists, email info@aimeeraupp.com Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. Ready to discover what your body needs most on your fertility journey? Take the personalized quiz inside The Wholesome Fertility Journey and get tailored resources to meet you exactly where you are:  https://www.michelleoravitz.com/the-wholesome-fertility-journey For more about my work and offerings, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com Curious about ancient wisdom for fertility? Grab my book The Way of Fertility: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility Join the Wholesome Fertility Facebook Group for free resources & community support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Connect with me on social: Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertilityFacebook: The Wholesome Lotus  

You've seen the claims: "LDN reversed my Hashimoto's." "This is the hidden cure doctors don't want you to know!" But what does the actual research show?Dr. Anshul Gupta cuts through the hype with an honest, science-based conversation about low-dose naltrexone and Hashimoto's disease. Spoiler: what social media claims and what peer-reviewed studies reveal are very different.Discover what LDN actually is, how it theoretically works by blocking opioid receptors and increasing endorphins, and why biological theory doesn't always translate to real results. Dr. Gupta breaks down the critical 2020 study of 898 hypothyroid patients that found no reduction in thyroid medication needs after starting LDN.Learn why rigorous clinical trials for LDN and Hashimoto's are surprisingly scarce, what research shows for other autoimmune conditions, and the limitations preventing definitive conclusions.More importantly, discover what does have strong evidence: optimized thyroid hormone replacement, selenium supplementation, vitamin D optimization, gluten sensitivity testing, and stress management strategies proven to reduce thyroid antibodies and improve symptoms.This isn't about crushing hope—it's about separating theory from evidence so you can make informed decisions about your health.

In this Q&A episode, Dr. Eric answers listener-submitted questions all about thyroid antibodies—what they are, why they matter, and how they impact both Graves' disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. He begins by clarifying the three main thyroid antibodies—TPO, TSI/TRAB, and thyroglobulin antibodies—and explains why understanding these markers is critical when assessing true remission.Throughout the episode, Dr. Eric addresses common concerns such as: Can you be in remission if antibodies are still positive? How often should antibodies be tested? Can diet alone normalize them? He also explores the role of environmental triggers, gut health, gluten, iodine, and even supplements like selenium, black seed oil, and low-dose naltrexone (LDN). You'll hear practical guidance on why antibodies fluctuate, what “optimal” really means (not just “within range”), and why many conventional endocrinologists don't routinely monitor these markers.If you're confused about your antibody results—or wondering why you relapsed after being told you were “in remission”—this episode will help you connect the dots. If you want a clearer, more balanced understanding of thyroid antibodies and what they really mean for your recovery, you'll get a lot out of this episode.If you want to subscribe to my free Healing Graves' Naturally newsletter visithttps://savemythyroid.com/GravesNewsletter Free resources for your thyroid healthGet your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.comHigh-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto' s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric's Graves' disease and Hashimoto's group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 Read all of Dr. Eric's published books: http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks Work with Dr. Eric: https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

What if the reason you’re not healing isn’t that you need another diagnosis? 0:08 It’s that your cells aren’t receiving the right signals. Because the body doesn’t run on diagnosis, it runs on 0:16 communication. And peptides are one of the most powerful, most misunderstood 0:21 tools we have for cellular signaling, immune balance, tissue repair, gut 0:27 lining support, metabolic control, brain signaling, sleep cycles, and even sexual 0:35 wellness. Today, I’m going to do what most people won’t. Define peptides in 0:41 plain English for you. break them into categories by what they’re best at and 0:47 tell you which ones are FDA approved on the list and which ones are commonly 0:53 used off label or investigational with the evidence that actually says these 1:00 work. This is going to be a powerful episode and if you’ve ever felt like you’re hearing hype without clarity, 1:07 this one’s for you. So, as usual, grab your cup of coffee or tea and settle in 1:13 as we talk about peptides that can fit into your healing journey. We’re going 1:19 to have a short word from our sponsor. You know, we got to do that. That’s how we stay on the air here. So, we will be 1:26 right back after this. Did you know sweating can literally heal your cells? 1:32I nfrared saunas don’t just relax you. They detox your body, balance hormones, 1:37 and boost mitochondrial energy. I’m obsessed with my health tech sauna. And 1:42 right now, you can save $500 with my code at healthtechalth.com/drmuthqen25. 1:54 All right, here we go, guys. I am excited to dive into peptides with you. 2:00 So understanding peptides is foundational, right? And I’ve been 2:06 studying peptides now for about nine years. Um, and I find that they are 2:13 incredible. Um, so I want to break down for you what peptides actually are, what 2:19 they do, and some of the top peptides that are available today, and how they 2:25 can be utilized. Because I think it’s really important. And I think it’s it’s there’s a lot of confusion out there about what these things actually are and 2:32 are they safe? Are they not? When do we use them? What’s the science behind them? So, we’re going to dive in and 2:38 we’re going to talk about all things peptides. So, let’s get ready here. Here we go. So, peptides are short chains of 2:45 amino acids and they typically range anywhere from 2 to 50 amino acids and 2:51 they’re linked by peptide bonds. So think of them as the superglue that holds the amino acids together. They sit 2:58 between the amino acids and they are full proteins in terms of their size and 3:04 their complex structure. And what makes peptides particularly interesting in 3:10 medicine is their role as signaling molecules. They’re essentially the 3:15 body’s text messages carrying specific instructions to cells and tissues. And 3:21 unlike our proteins which often serve as structural roles or act as enzymes, 3:28 peptides typically function as hormones, neurotransmitters and growth factors and 3:33 they bind to specific receptors on the cell’s surfaces or within the cells and 3:39 they trigger this effect. It’s like a cascade effect of a biochemical reaction 3:45 that ultimately changes the cellular behavior. So basically, it’s changing 3:50 the way the body’s cell structure acts. And this is why peptides can be so 3:56 incredibly powerful and therapeutic when you introduce the right peptide signal. 4:02 Now, you could theoretically redirect cellular processes toward healing, 4:07 towards metabolism, immune balance, tissue repair. Any of those things can 4:14 be manipulated to do a certain thing once we add the peptide. The challenge 4:19 in peptide medicine though lies in distinguishing between those peptides that have been rigorously studied, 4:26 proven safe and effective and approved by regulatory bodies like the FDA versus 4:31 those that exist in what we call the gray zone of a promising clinical data. 4:36 But they really lack human validation so far. And this distinction is critical because the presence of a plausible 4:43 mechanism does not guarantee safety or efficacy in living humans. So, this is 4:50 really important and we’re going to dive in and look at some of the research on all of these different peptides that are 4:56 available and I’m excited to say there’s some amazing peptides being studied right now that unfortunately are not 5:01 available. But I can’t wait to see them hit the market for us because it is going to be a gamecher as far as health 5:09 and longevity. So there is a quality control issue and there is a hidden 5:14 variable in peptide medicine with this and it’s one of the most underappreciated aspects of peptide 5:21 therapy particularly for non-FDA approved peptides. It’s quality control. 5:26 When we discuss pharmaceutical medicines, we take for granted that the pill contains what the label says. Not 5:32 always true depending on where it comes from. You guys, if you’ve heard my episodes before talk about how many of our medications are made in China and 5:41 have been contaminated with other things, you will realize that that is not always true. So, just because it has 5:48 the FDA stamp of approval on the medication, it still does not necessarily mean it’s safe and we still 5:54 need to do our homework on it. So, sorry for digressing on you guys, but you know, when we get a medication, we we 6:00 think that what the amount says is what is there, doesn’t have contaminants, it’s manufactured with good 6:06 manufacturing practices. You’ll see that listed as GMP on the bottle, and it’s been stored properly, it’s been 6:12 maintained stable, and with research peptides and compounded formulations, 6:17 none of this can be assumed. So, I will share a story with you. There was a gentleman that was purchasing these 6:24 peptides online from a research facility and um did not know that they were 6:30 coming from China and he was ordering a particular growth hormone peptide and 6:35 after a little while he had he had done fine for the few first few bottles. After a little while he started having 6:42 some complications. He started getting really irritable and angry and ragy and 6:47 he didn’t quite know what was going on. And so he decided to go get some testing done. He had some blood testing done and 6:53 his testosterone level was over 5,000. So for those of you who know what testosterone level should be for a guy, 7:00 they really shouldn’t be any higher than about 1,00200 would be absolute max that we’d want to see. Now he was taking 7:06 testosterone but not to that degree. And prior to adding this peptide, his 7:12 testosterone was very stable. What they ended up finding out was the peptide that he was getting, whoever was 7:18 manufacturing it added testosterone to the peptide. They felt like if if it had growth hormone, that was great, but if 7:25 it had growth hormone and tes testosterone, all the better. And he didn’t know that. And this is the 7:31 problem that we can have with peptides if you don’t source them properly. if you’re not working with somebody that 7:37 knows how to source them and can prove that they are what they say they are. Um, I’m sure there’s a whole bunch of 7:42 studies out there too of people getting these peptides and paying hundreds of thousands of dollars for them over their 7:48 lifetime and finding out they were nothing more than just sterile water. So, you really do need to be careful 7:53 with your quality control. Now, this kind of leads us right into the next topic that we’re going to talk about and that’s the manufacturing question, 8:00 right? The FDA approved peptides are manufactured in facilities subject to 8:05 the FDA inspection rules following our GMP regulations and these facilities 8:11 must validate their manufacturing process, demonstrate consistency batch to batch, test for purity and potency. 8:18 They need to test for bacterial endotoxins and sterility and they need to maintain detailed records. So, when a 8:25 pharmaceutical company submits a drug application, the FDA inspects the manufacturing facility as part of the 8:32 approval process. If you’re getting peptides from a different country, none of that is happening. And there are some 8:38 ways for us to determine if that is what you’re getting. Typically, the rule of thumb is if your peptides are coming 8:44 with a different colored top, every one of them has a different colored top. Those are typically being sourced out of 8:49 China. I wouldn’t say that’s 100% but that’s kind of the rule of thumb that people follow. So compoundingies these 8:56 are thearmacies that make our bio identical hormones. They can make medications in any dose or strength or 9:02 route. There are thousands of them in every not that not in every state but 9:08 there are thousands of them around the country right now. So these compoundingies are registered as 503A 9:15 facilities. They do traditional compounding for individual prescriptions, right? Like they can make 9:20 thyroid, they can make LDN, they can make estrogen. You can also have a 503b 9:27 facility, which is an outsourcing facility. And these companies produce larger batches of products. They’re they 9:34 have some oversight, but they’re less stringent than for FDA approved 9:40 manufacturers. And state boards of pharmacy regulate a 503A pharmacy. And 9:45 the FDA can inspect the 503b facility, but doesn’t preapprove any of their 9:52 compounding products. So, they can inspect it, but they don’t approve them. So, research chemicals and these 9:58 suppliers operate essentially with no oversight. They explicitly market products for research use only, not for 10:06 human consumption to avoid FDA regulation. If they put that on their 10:12 product, they don’t have to comply to what the FDA is saying. And there is no required manufacturing strategies or 10:19 standards, no required testing, no required sterility assurance, and no enforcement mechanisms if products are 10:26 mislabeled or contaminated. So basically, they don’t have the liability, but that doesn’t mean that 10:31 all of them are badies or bad suppliers. It just means they don’t have to comply 10:37 to the FDA rules. Now, there are many of these companies that I’ve seen and I’ve talked to that do do a lot of this. They 10:44 do test their product for sterility. They do test their product to make sure it is what it says it is. They don’t 10:51 have to, but they do. So, if you’re going to decide to use a company that 10:56 has research only, not for human consumption, at least ask for their 11:02 proof of testing so that you know that the product you’re getting is what it says it is and that it’s clean. Because 11:08 this is where we run into the problem is in purity. So in purity peptide 11:13 synthesis can produce not just the targeted peptide but also related 11:19 peptides with deletions, substitutions, truncations or truncations of amino 11:25 acids. Sorry. And this high performance liquid we call it uh chromatography can 11:30 separate these related impurities and quality and quantify the actual target 11:35 of the peptide content. So a certificate of analysis is what you want to ask these companies for. This shows the HPLC 11:44 the testing mechanism with greater than 95% or ideally 98% purity which 11:51 indicates a higher quality product. So this certificate of analysis can be fabricated may not represent the 11:57 specific batch being sold. It happens. We need to know not everybody is honest. Not everybody, you know, does what they 12:03 say and it does what’s right. But at least you at least they’re giving you something and you have some security. 12:10 and then choose a company that was referred to by someone else that has done some homework as well. In in 12:16 commercial research, there’s independent testing and they research peptides and this has been really shocking 12:23 variability that they’ve seen. Some products contain 50% or less of the 12:29 claimed peptide and some contained primarily degradation of the product or manufacturing impurities and some 12:36 contained bacterial endotoxins at levels that could cause fever and systemic 12:42 inflammation if it was truly injected. And I would also worry with some of those problems, you know, depending on 12:48 what impurity or bacterial endotoxin was there. If you’re using a product to boost your immune system and your immune 12:54 system is already compromised, these bacterial endotoxins can actually make you sicker instead of what you want it 13:02 to do, which is making you better. So, sterility is always an issue with anything that is manufactured, 13:08 especially things that we’re doing as an injection. Peptides are intended for injection. They must be sterile. They 13:16 must be kept safe. And pharmaceutical manufacturers conduct this sterility testing on every batch. 13:22 Compoundingarmacies should conduct sterility testing particularly for high-risisk compounded 13:28 sterile preparations and research chemical suppliers may or may not conduct any testing. So injecting 13:35 non-sterile material can cause local infections, abscesses at the injection 13:41 site and or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream could potentially be 13:46 life-threatening and you could have sepsis. Now, excuse me. We saw this 13:52 happen in a compounding pharmacy uh gosh, it’s probably been 10 years ago 13:57 now, I think. um they unfortunately had a strep uh contamination in their 14:03 product and they weren’t testing it. It was a large compounding pharmacy out of Florida and they were making products 14:08 that were being injected into the joints and um these people got very very sick 14:14 and some of them died and um some of them got very very injured by this uh 14:21 complication that happened. So it’s not like this doesn’t happen. It does, but it doesn’t happen often. And that’s what 14:28 we have to know about. And so, when we’re talking with you guys about storage and stability, it’s really 14:34 important to make sure you maintain your peptides well. So, many peptides are unstable at room temperature. They 14:41 require refrigeration or freezing. We tell everyone to make sure you’re refrigerating your peptides. That way, 14:48 there’s no question about it. when it stays cold um it prevents or slows down 14:54 the process of uh bacteria growing in it. So some of these peptides actually 14:59 degrade very rapidly in the solution and they must be reconstituted immediately before use and reconstitution of the 15:07 peptides really has limited stability often just days to weeks not months. So 15:13 improper storage, temperature, um changes during shipping or prolonged 15:19 storage of a reconstituted product can lead to degradation into inactivity or 15:25 potentially even a harmful breakdown of the product itself. So if you have a product that’s been sitting in your 15:30 refrigerator for a month or two months or 3 months or 6 months, just throw it away. It’s not going to be any good. 15:37 you’re not going to actually get the peptide and the uh potency that you’re looking for anyway out of it and the 15:44 potential of you introducing an endotoxin, a bacterial endotoxin is quite high at that point. So you just 15:50 really don’t want to take the risk, excuse me. So what practitioners, what 15:56 should we do and what should patients do? Well, for any peptide therapy, we 16:03 want to source our verification. know where the peptide product comes from. Is 16:08 it an FDA approved product? Is it a 503b compounding? A research chemical 16:14 supplier? Is there a certificate of analysis? Request and review this COA. 16:20 And you want it to show purity greater than 95% but ideally greater than 98%. 16:27 You want that identity be identity to be confirmed by mass spectromedy. Uh 16:33 sterility testing should be done. Bacterial endotoxin testing should be done. Batch number matching of the 16:39 product that you received should be done. Proper storage. You want to know that this has been refrigerated or 16:46 frozen as directed once it’s been mixed. Look at the expiration dates for reconstituting your peptides. Track that 16:53 reconstitution date and discarded accordingly like we just talked about. Monitor for your adverse effects. Even 17:01 with the perfect quality control, monitoring for adverse effects is essential with questionable quality and 17:08 vigilance is really critical here. I know it’s frustrating for a lot of patients when they have to get several 17:15 bottles and they only last a week or two. right here, you guys. This is why 17:21 they only last a short period of time because once they’re mixed, they start 17:26 to degrade and they won’t be good and you won’t get the benefit from it. So, 17:31 it’s really important with these research peptides specifically, practitioners should recognize that all 17:38 recommending products without quality assurance violates the fundamental medical principle of first do no harm. 17:45 If a patient is determined to use research peptides despite counseling, providing guidance on quality 17:52 verification, requesting those COAs, using pharmaceutical grade sources when available, proper testing, this all 17:59 reduces harm, but doesn’t constitute necessarily that recommendation. Now, 18:06 that being said, today it’s very difficult to find peptides by the compoundingies because of what the FDA 18:13 has done. So most of the peptides that are available to us have been labeled 18:18 not for human consumption, not because they’re not good products, but because 18:25 of what the FDA did. And this is how these companies have been able to 18:31 continue to provide peptides to the medical community. And if you know you 18:36 have a good company, then you’re, you know, you’re still taking the risk, right? But at the end of the day, the 18:42 reason they’re doing that is to protect themselves from the FDA, from liability. Um, so just kind of know that there is 18:50 some talk in the community with um Bobby Kennedy that this is going to change and 18:55 they are going to bring peptides back to the compounding pharmacies. Now, we don’t know which ones they’re going to 19:01 bring back. Uh, will it be all of them? Will it just be some of them? What’s going to happen here? Um, is it going to 19:07 go to the pharmaceutical companies like our GLP1s did? We don’t know what that’s going to look like quite yet. Um, but it 19:14 is coming and that is positive news. So, let’s talk now about FDA approved 19:21 peptide medications. So, this is the metabolic revolution, right? GLP1 19:28 and our dual increeting agonists. This is an exciting time. GLP-1s are amazing. 19:35 Um, a lot of people are skeptical, a lot of people love them, a lot of people hate them. Whichever side of the fence 19:42 that you’re on, I understand. But I want to talk about the science of it today 19:48 and what it actually means for people. So, the story of GLP1 glucagon like 19:54 peptide one represents one of the most significant advances in metabolic 19:59 medicine in the past several decades. GLP-1 is an accretin hormone. It’s 20:05 gutder derived peptide that potentiates insulin secretion in response to food 20:11 intake. And the body naturally produces GLP-1 in the intestinal L cells, but it 20:17 rapidly degraded by the enzyme DPP4 giving it a halflife of only about 2 20:24 minutes. So this rapid breakdown made in therapeutically impractical until 20:31 research was developed and modified the analoges that resist the enzyme degradation. So for those people who 20:39 never feel full when they’re eating, never feel satisfied when they’re done, this is because their body is either not 20:46 producing enough GLP1 or it’s not getting the signal right. And this is a 20:51 leptin issue. This is an insulin issue. It’s a GLP-1 issue. It’s a complicated 20:56 issue. This is not anything that the person is doing wrong. It’s what is happening to their body. And so GLP1s 21:03 have really revolutionized this. So one particular GLP-1 that we have is 21:09 semiglutide. And this GLP-1 agonist is what changed everything in the world of 21:16 metabolic medicine. Semiglutide is marketed as ompic for type 2 diabetes 21:23 and it’s marketed as WGOI for chronic weight management. It is a modified 21:29 GLP-1 analog with 95 or sorry 94% amino acid sequence uh homology to human 21:37 GLP-1. So it means that it’s it’s just like our own GLP-1 that we make. This 21:42 modification includes specific amino acid substitutions and the addition of C18 21:50 a fatty acid chain which allows the peptide to bind to albumin. Now this 21:56 albumin binding dramatically extends the half-life to approximately one week 22:01 enabling one weekly dosing which is a major advantage over the earlier GLP-1 22:07 agonists that require daily or twice daily injections. The mechanism by which 22:13 semiglutide works is multiaceted. At the pancreatin level, it binds to GLP-1 22:20 receptors on the pancreatic beta cells enhancing glucose depending sorry 22:27 enhancing glucose dependent insulin secretion. This glucose dependency is 22:33 crucial. It means the peptide only stimulates insulin release when blood glucose is elevated. This dramatically 22:41 reduces the hypoglycemic risk compared to insulin or even uh sulfuras. 22:47 Simultaneously semiglutide suppresses glucagon secretion from pancreatic alpha 22:53 cells further improving glycemic control. This is really amazing because 23:00 over the years when we’ve used insulin, which is also a peptide by the way, you 23:05 had to dose it just right because if you didn’t, you would produce so much insulin that it would crash the blood 23:12 sugar and then somebody would have too low of a blood sugar. They’d be hypoglycemic and they’d have to eat more 23:18 sugar and then they’d have to modify the insulin again and the person would be going up and down, up and down, up and 23:24 down all day long. And that created a lot of problems for people and so this 23:30 helps to stabilize that so it is not such an intense change. Now in the GI 23:36 tract semiglutide delays the gastric emptying particularly pronounced during 23:41 the initial weeks of therapy. This slowing of the gastric emptying contributes to the sensation of being 23:48 full and early satiety that patients often describe. However, this effect 23:54 tends to attend to weight over time as the body adapts through the appetite 24:00 suppressing effects generally persist through central mechanisms. So, when we 24:05 talk about what is actually happening, we’re slowing that digestive process down. That’s why people aren’t so 24:11 hungry. It’s why they’re not eating so much. This is why people can develop constipation with these products because 24:17 it’s slowing the body’s digestive tract down. Now some people will call this 24:22 gastroparesis. Um gastroparesis is actually different. 24:28 It is when we lose control over what’s happening in the in the colon like the 24:34 nerves and things like that just stop working. I have never seen that with the GLP1s that we prescribe in micro doing. 24:42 um it’s been documented. It can happen, but again it a lot of it is dosing and a 24:48 lot of it is staying on top of your client and what’s happening and what’s going on and what you’re doing and making sure that they do have good 24:54 motility still. So a lot of these things can be mitigated if you have problems 24:59 with them. Now one of the most profound effects of semiglutide occur in the 25:05 central nervous system. GLP-1 receptors are widely distributed in the brain 25:10 particularly in the hypothalamus and the brain stem area where we are involved in 25:15 appetite regulation. So when when wilding and colleagues published their 25:20 landmark step one trial in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2021, 25:25 they demonstrated that participants receiving 2.4 4 milligrams of semiglutide weekly achieved an average 25:32 weight loss of 14.9% of their body weight over 68 weeks. Now, I want you 25:39 guys to really understand this. We’re talking roughly 15% body weight loss 25:45 over a year, longer than a year. 52 weeks is a year, right? This is 68 25:50 weeks. So, it took longer for them to lose. We’re not talking about giving 25:55 somebody a dose to lose 15% of their body mass in a month or two. That that 26:01 is not healthy for any of us. That is not what we’re talking about doing here. Now, they compared this to placebo and 26:08 the placebo was only 2.4%. So, that is a significant difference. 26:14 And even beyond the numbers, patients reported something very qualitatively different, a reduction in what’s now 26:21 called food noise. Everybody knows what food noise is. We’ve talked about this long before GLP1. It’s that craving. 26:28 It’s that part of your brain that just keeps thinking about I want to eat something. You know, that was actually 26:34 reduced and they didn’t expect to see that happen. Now, this refers to the constant mental preoccupation with food, 26:42 the intrusive thoughts about eating, the difficulty in feeling satisfied. Semi-glutide appears to appears to 26:49 modulate reward pathways in the misolyic system reducing hedonic eating and food 26:57 cravings. Now there are also great cardiovascular effects of semiglutide 27:02 that extend beyond weight loss. Uh the sustained six and select trials 27:07 demonstrated significant reductions in major adverse cardiovascular events uh 27:14 mace in high-risisk populations. The select trial published in 2023 showed 27:20 that semiglutide reduced cardiovascular death, non-fatal myioardial inffection 27:25 and non-fatal stroke by 20% in adults with overweight or obesity and 27:31 established cardiovascular disease but without diabetes. So this suggests that 27:37 mechanisms beyond glucose control and weight loss possibly including 27:42 anti-inflammatory effects, improvements in endothelial function and favorable 27:47 changes to lipid profiles. Now I will tell you the clients that I work with that are on GLP1, 27:53 they will tell you that their inflammation has been significantly reduced. We are also seeing really 28:00 amazing results in lipid profiles. um part of its weight loss, but there is a 28:06 component to this that is lowering the triglyceride levels because it’s related to sugar and how the body’s processing 28:11 it. And we’re seeing better profiles, less need for statins as a result of 28:17 that. If if you want to listen to my episode on statins, I have one on that. Uh they are not my favorite medication. 28:24 I think it’s overprescribed and overused um and not really affecting or 28:29 addressing the problem. So these things can really be helpful. There’s also some 28:34 uh ramblings going on with GLP-1s saying that they may be able to help with 28:40 addiction in the future because of where they’re finding it affecting the brain and how it affects the food noise and 28:47 the cravings that we have for food and the addiction for food. Could it potentially help with other addictions 28:53 down the road? We’ll have to wait and see on that one. So semiglutide’s FDA prescribing information also includes a 29:00 box uh boxed warning about thyroid sea cell tumors. So in rodent studies 29:06 semiglutide caused dose dependent and treatment duration dependent sea cell 29:12 tumors at clinically relevant exposures. So while it’s unknown whether or not 29:17 semiglutide causes uh thyroid cancer tumors in humans and the rodent thyroid biology 29:26 differs significantly from humans, the drug is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of 29:33 medillary thyroid carcinoma or in patients with multiple endocrine neopl neoplasia syndrome type two. it is 29:42 uh contraindicated for safety effects with that. Um I have seen endocrinologists okay GLP1s to be used 29:50 in patients who’ve had other forms of thyroid cancer just not the meillary 29:55 thyroid cancer. So there is possibility there. Now the most common side effects 30:00 are gastrointestinal. It’s nausea affects about 20 to 44% of patients 30:06 depending on the formulation with diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, and also frequently 30:13 reported in clinical trials. I see this in my clinic, too, especially dose dependent. Um, and it happens early on 30:20 when you’re first starting the medication, but seems to settle out over time. The one that I would add to this 30:26 that I don’t think they have on here is an increase in acid reflux. We also see that quite often uh especially in people 30:33 who suffer with acid reflux to begin with. Now these effects are typically most 30:40 pronounced during the escalation and they like I said often improve over time 30:45 but more serious but less common adverse effects include acute pancreatitis. 30:51 The medication needs to be discontinued immediately if this is confirmed. You can see some diabetic retinopathy 30:57 complications in patients with pre-existing retinopathy and acute kidney injury. Um, this usually happens 31:05 secondarily to dehydration from the GI effects. There are some gallbladder disease um that can occur and people who 31:13 have a sensitive gallbladder will describe uh discomfort with that. I’ve 31:18 even seen some people who’ve had their gallbladder out on GLP1s at the higher doses complain of similar pain that they 31:25 used to have when their gallbladder was in. So, really important to just kind of monitor these symptoms and work closely 31:32 with somebody that understands them and can be on top of them quite quickly if this happens. Excuse me. From an 31:39 integrative medicine perspective, semiglutide really represents a powerful tool, but it’s not a standalone 31:46 solution. Remember, the medication addresses one aspect of the metabolic dysfunction, the signaling systems 31:53 controlling appetite and glucose homeostasis, but it doesn’t address the root cause that led to the metabolic 32:00 disease in the first place. Patients who rely solely on the medication without addressing the ultrarocessed food 32:07 consumption, the ccadian disruptions, the chronic stress, the sleep apnea, or 32:12 underlying hormonal imbalances often experience weight regain when the medication is discontinued. 32:20 The drug is also not a substitute for addressing the emotional and psychological drivers of eating 32:26 behavior, including the unresolved trauma that may manifest as emotional eating. I think this is really important 32:33 because we don’t address the trauma issue enough with clients and we need to 32:38 be looking at that. There is a huge trauma effect out there these days that is I don’t want to say leading to or 32:45 causing but it is definitely contributing to chronic illness and it’s not being talked about enough. So we 32:52 really need to be talking about this and addressing this trauma aspect. Now the next GLP that one that I want to talk 32:59 about is trespathide. This is a dual agonist. It takes center stage. It is my 33:05 favorite GLP one. Trisepatide is marketed as Mangjaro for type 2 diabetes 33:11 and Zepbound for chronic weight management and it represents the next 33:16 evolution in increantbased therapy. This is a dual agonist a 39 amino acid 33:23 synthetic peptide structurally based on the human glucose dependent insulin tropic peptide so GIP sequence but 33:31 modified to activate both the GIP receptors and the GLP1 receptors. So the 33:37 addition of the GI GIP agonism to the GLP1 agonism appears to create this 33:46 synergistic effect that goes beyond simply adding the two mechanisms together. So the GIP like GLP-1 is an 33:55 increant hormone secreted by what is called the K cells in response to nutrient intake. It enhances glucose 34:02 dependent insulin secretion but it also effects on atapost tissue metabolism 34:09 potentially improving the insulin sensitivity in fat cells and influencing 34:14 how the body stores and metabolizes fat. So some research suggests that GIP may 34:20 also have effects on energy expenditure though this remains an area of 34:26 investigation. So basically what we’re saying is this drug may actually help 34:32 people who are insulin resistant or insulin sensitive, not just somebody who 34:38 has problems with glucose control. So, this is super exciting because it opens 34:43 up the door for all of these people for decades that we’ve been trying to manage with insulin resistance and trying to 34:50 prevent diabetes and honestly most of the time have been unsuccessful 34:56 unless you can keep your diet at 50 grams of carbs or less a day, which is extremely difficult. Um, and take some 35:04 supplements that may or may not work and or take some metformin that may or may not help. this drug actually really 35:11opens that up and helps in that capacity. So there was a clinical trial 35:17 called the surmount clinical trial which demonstrated that trespathide produces 35:22 even more substantial weight loss than semiglutide. In the surerount one trial published by uh J tree I might have said 35:31 that wrong. I apologize if I slaughtered your name and colleagues in the New York England Journal of Medicine in 2022. 35:38 Participants receiving the highest dose of trespide, which is 15 milligrams, achieved an average weight loss of 20.9% 35:47 of their body weight over 72 weeks, compared to 3.1% with placebo. This 35:54 level of weight loss approaches what’s typically only seen in beriatric surgery. So, this is amazing because if 36:02 this medication works and we don’t have to do beriatric surgery, stomach stapling basically, um, oh my gosh, it’s 36:11 amazing. There are so many complications and risks that go with stomach stapling and the different procedures that they 36:17 do these days. People don’t absorb their nutrients properly. They have to do liquid nutrients. It’s very complicated. 36:24 It’s very challenging. Many of these people gain their weight back. Um, and 36:30 this procedure is not fun to go through. So, if we could change that and change 36:35 the lives of people who’ve really been struggling, it is amazing. And I will tell you that I have seen this work. I 36:42 have seen people lose 100 150 pounds on these medications over a year or two 36:50 period of time. It is definitely slower than beriatric surgery on some standpoints, but that is okay. You don’t 36:56 want that rapid weight loss. It’s not good for you. It’s not healthy for you. It doesn’t look well. You know, we want 37:03 to do this safely and effectively in the best way that we can possibly do that for you. Now, the adverse effect profile 37:10 is similar to semiglutide. It’s dominated by gastrointestinal effects. 37:15 Nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite, vomiting, constipation. These were all commonly reported in the surmount 37:22 trials. And like semiglutide, tricepide carries a blackbox warning regarding the 37:27 thyroid sea cell tumors based on the rodent data and it shares the same contra indications in patients with a 37:34 family history of thyroid cancer and men too. So the mechanism behind why 37:40 tepatide often produces more substantial weight loss than GLP-1. The agonism 37:45 alone remains under investigation, but it may relate to the complimentary effects on the different aspects of 37:51 energy homeostasis or to GIP’s effects on atapost tissue and potentially on 37:58 central central nervous system pathways that GLP1 alone doesn’t fully address. 38:03 Now patients often report even more profound reductions in food noise with tricepide compared to GLP1 and uh sorry 38:12 GLP1 the agonists through this is anecdotal and hasn’t been regularly 38:17 quantified in quality studies. So I’ve done both uh personally and in my 38:22 practice. I really like trespide better than semiglutide. For me I had too many side effects with semiglutide. uh I had 38:30 less side effects with trespathide. I also plateaued on semiglutide which I 38:35 didn’t really care for. And with Tresepide, I haven’t plateaued and I’ve been able 38:42 to lose about 25 pounds in um a year and a half and I’ve been able to maintain 38:49 that. Um and I continued to use it because I do have a strong family history of cardiovascular disease. And 38:56 if this could help me so that I don’t follow my family lineage with cardiovascular disease, I am all for 39:03 trying to do that. I’ve watched too many of my family members suffer from this. I’ve lost my dad at a very young age. I 39:09 lost my grandfather at a young age to it. All of their brothers to this. And I don’t want to be that same person. So 39:16 that is why I chose to do that. And I think it’s really important for us to take a look at that and understand that. 39:24 Now, I know this has been a really long podcast and I don’t typically do podcasts this long. I have a whole host 39:31 of information on additional peptides. So, I’m going to break this up for you 39:36 guys and I’m going to do another episode and we’re going to pick up where we left off here with these peptides so that we 39:43 can actually start to dive into different peptides as well. So, check 39:48 out my next podcast show when we’re going to dive into the peptides that 39:54 talk about sexual wellness, immune function, and all the other cool things 39:59 that we can do with peptides. So until then, remember to like, share, and 40:04 subscribe. It really helps us get out to other people and share our information, 40:10 and join us for our next episode as we continue the talk about peptides. 40:15 Welcome to Let’s Talk Wellness Now, where we bring expert insights directly to you. 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Have you ever left a doctor's appointment with a prescription but still felt like something was missed? If you have Hashimoto's, you are not alone. In this episode, Dr. Aaron Hartman, a triple board-certified physician, breaks down why bad medical advice and Hashimoto's are more connected than most patients realize, and exactly what you can do about it. You will learn: Why medical error affects autoimmune patients more than you think The four root causes behind every autoimmune disease What kind of provider to look for when you feel stuck Hit play to get started.   Episode 129 about LDN with Pharmacist Steve Anderson   Dr. Hartman's book "UnCURABLE - From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds"   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO'S COMMUNITY Unlock your wellness journey with the free Health with Hashimoto's community! Join a supportive community that's here for you every step of the way. The Health with Hashimoto's community is on Skool: https://www.skool.com/health-with-hashimotos/about   Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/   ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER: The Health with Hashimoto's podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto's thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.   This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Ep. 107- Reducing food fear when you have chronic health issues by Erin Kenney, MS, RD, LDN, HCP

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Petra's Journey to the Pros! Petra Rack, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN is a Performance and Sports Dietitian with extensive experience fueling elite and high-performance athletes. She currently serves as the Head Dietitian for Chicago Fire FC, where she leads nutrition strategy to optimize player performance, recovery, and overall health through evidence-based fueling protocols, education, and daily performance support.Petra holds a Master of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and is a Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Dietitian (LDN), and Board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)—a credential representing advanced expertise in sports nutrition.In addition to her work in professional soccer, Petra is the Founder of Petra's Eats RD LLC, where she provides individualized nutrition consulting, team education, meal planning, and performance-focused programming for athletes and active individuals. Her background spans collegiate and professional sport environments, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the demands placed on athletes at every level.Petra's approach emphasizes translating nutrition science into practical, sustainable strategies that enhance performance, support recovery, and promote long-term health. She is deeply committed to empowering athletes with the confidence and knowledge to fuel their bodies effectively, both in sport and in life.Looking to break into the field with confidence! Check out my 1:1 mentoring services! www.sportsrdsnippets.com⁠ This episode is sponsored by G2G Protein Bar! If you're a sports RD and are interested in samples, email me at liz@sportsrdsnippets.com or DM Sports RD Snippets on instagram and I'll connect you with Coby Childs for your samples. Looking  to try for yourselves? G2G has also got you covered : Use the code sportsrd15 for 15% your order https://g2gbar.com/discount/sportsrd15

Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!   This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!   Check out today's questions:    Savanna: Hi Dr Cabral. My daughter was diagnosed with PANDAS through blood work after i noticed âlot of behavioral regression. She has also been recently diagnosed with level one, high functioning autism. I feel like a detective trying to figure out whats causing these flares. Some months she has seemingly zero symptoms. Then something sets it off (of course the sickness is one culprit causing the PANDAS) but over laps into autistic behaviors. I guess Im trying to ask for help in this mystery of triggers. Also suggestions of where to start to boost her immune system to prevent the sickness in the first place. I feel so discouraged as a parent not knowing how to help my child and watching her suffer. Just as I think I find a good supplement, it stops working. Such as valerian. We were using it as one calming aid and it worked for months and now all the sudden doesnt seem to be doing anything. This has happened with supplements in the past. I did your heavy metal detox and parasite cleanse with her a few years ago. Thnx                                                                                         Yvonne: As a post-menopausal woman, according to my gynecologist, I am not eligible for bioidentical hormones.  Is it ok to take DHEA after a certain age due to ongoing menopause symptoms of facial aging, insomnia, vaginal dryness etc and, if so, what dosage?                                                                            Emily: Hi Dr Cabral, I am currently working through an autoimmune face rash. I am working with a local integrative functional doctor who is recommending low dose naltrexone, and many other items. What are your thoughts on LDN? Harmful, helpful? How long should one stay on it?     Laura: Hi, I'm interested in what ingredients are ok in supplements and food.. for example, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in baking or in supplements, different gums, which additives are ok? Thank you     Sheena: HI Dr.C! Hope you and your team are well. I'm a 45 year old in perimenopause and would like to prevent osteoporosis. Could you give me some advice on what's the best way to do this? I take foundational level 3 plus added vitamin D, magnesium, zinc and vitamin b. complex. I'm not not taking any calcium supplements except from my multi. Is this a prob? Do I need a special protocol for perimenopause support and osteo? Any advice and recommendations will be appreciated! thank you!     Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community's questions!      - - - Show Notes and Resources: StephenCabral.com/3641 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

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