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- 42. Adding Nuance to Nutrition Noise: Why Dietary Restrictions Aren’t Always Restrictive, Loving Weight Loss, & Treating Anxiety and Gut Issues with Functional Nutrition with Michelle Shapiro, RD
In today’s episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I’m chatting with integrative/ functional registered dietitian Michelle Shapiro. Michelle has a virtual private practice where she helps clients reverse their anxiety, heal long-standing gut issues, and approach their weight in a loving way. Utilizing humor, nuance, and compassion, Michelle helps clients access their own liberating self-awareness. She is also the host of the Quiet the Diet podcast, where she empowers listeners to make health decisions autonomously, every single time they eat.
In this jam-packed episode, we chat about:
- Michelle’s personal 100 lb weight loss journey that led her to become a functional RD
- Integrative/functional nutrition vs. conventional nutrition
- The health consequences of losing weight too quickly
- How much protein you REALLY need & how to reach your protein goals
- Why it’s not always “restrictive” to have dietary restrictions
- Michelle’s experience being vegan for 10 years & the harmful effects of veganism on fertility & hormone health
- How to lose weight lovingly and sustainably
- The issues with the Body Positivity & Health at Every Size movements
- Why “all foods fit” may not be the best approach to food
- The importance of nervous system regulation for gut health and anxiety & tangible tools to regulate your nervous system
- How to deal with health anxiety
- The dangers of loneliness & the importance of community for healing
…and so much more!
For more from Michelle:
https://michelleshapirord.com/
https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/
For more from me, visit my website: https://www.avanouriwellness.com/
I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click here to work with me!
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 2 min - 41. The Power of Forgiveness
In today's solo episode, I'm talking all about the power of forgiveness. I dive deep into the health benefits of forgiveness & how we can reframe forgiveness as both a nervous system regulation tool and a radical act of self love. I also share the daily forgiveness practice that has changed my life as well as some of my favorite journal prompts, meditations, and affirmations to help with forgiving myself and others. As always, thank you for listening!
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
21 min - 40. The Gut-Skin-Brain Connection & How to Get Clear, Glowing Skin from Within with Dr. Keira Barr
In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Keira Barr. As a dual board-certified integrative dermatologist, highly sought-after global speaker, and international best-selling author of The Skin Whisperer, Dr. Barr has helped thousands of women across the globe rise in every aspect of themselves, dramatically amplifying resilience, joy, and confidence in their skin. Her work has been featured in MindBodyGreen, Better Homes and Gardens’, Reader’s Digest, Glamour, SELF, Shape and more.
In this episode, we chat about:
- The brain-gut-skin connection: what it is and how to use it to our advantage
- Why nervous system regulation is essential for healthy skin & tips on how to regulate your nervous system to improve skin health
- The power of breathwork for healthy skin
- The worst thing you can do for your skin (this may surprise you)
- How we can change our thoughts to change our skin from within
- Getting to the emotional root of acne & other skin issues
- The best foods to help your skin glow from the inside out
- The importance of blood sugar regulation & stress management for clear, wrinkle-free skin
- Dr. Barr’s top anti-aging skincare tips
For more from Dr. Barr:
https://drkeirabarr.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drkeirabarr/?hl=en
For more from me, visit my website: https://www.avanouriwellness.com/
I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click here to work with me.
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 5 min - 39. Why I'm No Longer Vegan
In this week’s highly requested solo episode, I'm sharing my personal story of why I am no longer vegan after almost 8 years of eating a strictly plant-based diet. I talk about why I initially went vegan in the first place at the age of 15, dive deep into my personal experience with veganism, and share candidly on my reasons for incorporating animal products back into my diet. I also share all the changes I’ve experienced after this shift, tips and tools for anyone who is going through a similar experience, & my takeaways and lessons from this entire journey. As always, thank you for listening!
**Trigger warning: disordered eating/eating disorder, weight, food, and body discussion**
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
41 min - 38. Practical Nontoxic Living with Sophia Ruan Gushée
In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Sophia Ruan Gushée, a renowned nontoxic living expert, author, podcast host, and creator of the D-Tox Academy. Inspired by her family, Sophia published the critically-acclaimed book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures in October 2015. She has been featured on popular platforms like the Dr. Oz Show, MindBodyGreen, Today.com, Well+Good, and various magazines. Her mission is to empower people with the safest way to detox: avoiding toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from what we buy, own and do.
In this episode, we chat about:
- What toxins & detoxification really are
- Why true nontoxic living is impossible
- Practical nontoxic living: what it is & how to start
- How to minimize endocrine-disrupting chemicals in your diet & food
- Common products that have hidden harmful chemicals in them
- How to detox your skincare & personal care products
- The effects of EMF exposure and how technology may be affecting how we physically feel
- Small steps you can focus on to start decreasing your toxic exposures without stress
- How to stay balanced and be gentle with yourself in the process of decreasing your toxin exposure
*Sophia is kindly offering a special discount on her upcoming 40-Day Home Detox Program. This program implements her signature practical approach to nontoxic living, and guides you through each area of your home and habits over 40 days to dive deep into a less toxic lifestyle. Use code THRIVE10 at checkout for 10% off the Tribe (cohort) option here. *
For more from Sophia:
https://www.ruanliving.com
https://www.instagram.com/ruanliving/
For more from me, visit my website: https://www.avanouriwellness.com/
I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click here to work with me.
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 3 min - 37. Birthday Solo: 24 Habits, Mindset Shifts, Lessons & Principles That Have Changed My Life
In today's special solo episode, I'm celebrating my 24th birthday by sharing 24 essential habits, mindset shifts, lessons, and guiding principles that have shaped and changed my life for the better. Whether you're embracing a new phase of life or in need of some inspiration, this episode is full of reminders and motivation for your journey to thriving. As always, thank you all for listening and for all of your support. I love you!
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
40 min - 36. How to Eat Mindfully & *Actually* Improve Your Relationship with Food with Marissa Meshulam, MS, RD
Welcome back to a new season of Thoughts on Thriving! I’m so excited to be back from our summer break with this episode, where I’m joined by my friend and mentor, Marissa Meshulam. Marissa is a registered dietitian nutritionist based in NYC who specializes in mindful eating and seeks to make nutrition simple and enjoyable for others. She works one on one with clients, provides corporate lectures in group settings, consults for various health brands, and is a regular contributor in the media.
In this episode, we chat about:
- The ins & outs of mindful eating
- Steps to easily implement mindful eating into your life
- Intuitive eating vs. mindful eating
- Tangible tips to help improve your relationship with food
- Why we should change our goals from body positivity to body acceptance & neutrality
- Marissa’s thoughts on weight loss
- Sneaky ways diet culture makes its way into our lives
- How to know if a behavior with food is disordered
- All about Ozempic
- Smash or pass: wellness trends edition
...and so much more!
For more from Marissa:
https://www.instagram.com/mpmnutrition/
https://www.mpmnutrition.com/
For more from me, visit my website: https://www.avanouriwellness.com/
I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click here to work with me.
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
50 min - 35. How to Stay Healthy While Traveling
With summer travel approaching, in today's solo episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite ways to stay healthy while traveling. I talk about some of my favorite nutrition tips for when you're on-the-go, lifestyle habits that help combat jet lag, and preventative tools to keep your digestion optimal while traveling. I also share a mindset shift that has helped me when it comes to maintaining my healthy habits while traveling. As always, thank you for listening!
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
20 min - 34. Building Confidence from the Inside Out
In today's solo episode, I'm talking all about how to *actually* boost your confidence. We often hear that "confidence is just keeping the promises you make with yourself," but in this episode I dive deep into a new way of approaching confidence that has helped me immensely in my own life. I also share all the confidence-building tips and tools I've learned along the way. As always, thank you for listening!
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
21 min - 33. Holistic Skin Care Secrets & Finding a Skin Care Routine That Works For You with Shani Hillian
In today's episode, I'm talking to Shani Hillian, a holistic esthetician and freelance writer. As a skin care expert, Shani's work has been featured in Huffpost, Essence, Well + Good, Yahoo Lifestyle, Healthy-ish, Popsugar and more. In this episode, we chat about:
- How to find a skincare routine that works for you
- Breaking down each step of an optimal skincare routine- cleansers, actives, moisturizers, face oils, and more
- The difference between dehydrated and dry skin
- The skin microbiome & whether probiotic skin products really work
- Natural ingredients that help reduce skin inflammation
- Acne: hidden causes, best remedies, & when medication is appropriate
- What your acne is trying to tell you
- The truth about “clean” skincare
- Debunking skincare myths
...and so much more!
For more from Shani:
https://www.instagram.com/shanihillian/
https://bio.site/shanihillian
My new website has finally launched! https://www.avanouriwellness.com/
I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click here to work with me.
Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:
https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/
https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness
& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving
Contact: [email protected]
44 min
About Loving Wellness
From the publisher's feed
Loving Wellness is your compass to embracing a holistic approach to health—one that extends love not only to your body and spirit but also ripples it outward to those around you.
Join registered dietitian and your wellness BFF, Ava Nouri, as she dives deep into all the ways you can practice Loving Wellness in your own life through both solo episodes and interviews with experts in many fields. With new conversations released every Wednesday, this podcast is here to help you thrive beyond your limits and live in alignment with your healthiest, happiest self!
*Previously Thoughts on Thriving*
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