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You've gone low-carb, maybe even keto, and now you're exhausted, moody, or stuck in a plateau — but the thought of eating a sweet potato freaks you out. Sound familiar?

In this episode, Nora and Jen break down the truth about carbohydrates:

-Who actually benefits from bringing carbs back

-How to reintroduce them without the crash, guilt, or weight gain

-And why food is so much more than macros

💥 This isn’t a blanket "everyone needs carbs" message — it's a nuanced, hormone-aware, no-fluff convo that might be the key to unlocking better energy, better cycles, and better results.

👀 If you've been scared of carbs, this is your permission slip to question the dogma. Let’s talk truth.

👇 Comment below if you've been in carb fearland — or if you're ready to escape it.

00:00 Introduction to Carbohydrates

00:26 Misconceptions About Carbs

02:06 Personal Experience with Carbs

02:35 Understanding Carbohydrates

04:14 Insulin Resistance and Carbs

08:03 Metabolic Flexibility

11:39 Gut Health and Carbs

19:00 Seasonal Eating and Carbs

25:20 Understanding Gut Health and Carbohydrates

26:09 Examples of Beneficial Fibers

27:08 Polyphenols and Their Benefits

28:13 The Role of Phytonutrients

31:05 Reintroducing Carbs: Who Should Consider It?

32:10 Carbs and Hormonal Balance

38:41 How to Reintroduce Carbs Safely

49:56 Final Thoughts on Carbohydrate Reintroduction

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