Today, I’m sitting down with the incredible Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian with a gift for breaking down all things functional nutrition. We dive into how food isn’t just fuel, but the foundation for everything from our mood to our physical well-being.

Michelle is all about finding the root cause of health issues—no quick fixes here! We chat about her personal health journey, the impact of trauma on autoimmune diseases, and how food choices can either heal or harm us in the long run. Michelle is refreshingly honest about the often-overlooked connections between our diets, stress, and overall health.

Whether you’re curious about how your nutrition choices are affecting your energy, or you’re ready to make sustainable changes, this episode is packed with real, actionable advice. Plus, she shares why healing isn’t a one-size-fits-all process and how listening to your body is key.

Here are the highlights:

(2:41) Michelle Shapiro's Health Journey

(5:13) Impact of Vegan Diet and Nutrient Deficiencies

(8:28) Functional Nutrition and Holistic Approach

(13:37) Autoimmune Conditions and Root Causes

(19:41) Long COVID and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome

(30:13) Impact of COVID-19 on Health and Well-being

(35:36) Nutrition and Food Industry

(46:41) Hypermobility and Connective Tissue Disorders

(56:17) Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

Links for Michelle:

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