Can you naturally increase your progesterone? How does stress deplete this important hormone? How does progesterone act differently than synthetic progestin in the body? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and more about our favorite hormone! 

In this episode we will be talking all about progesterone, its role in the body, why it gets depleted, and so much more. Plus we’ll be covering 10+ natural ways to increase it including diet, supplements and lifestyle tweaks. 

Also in this episode: 

• 12 Week Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program Starts 1/10! 

• Zinc
  • Noble Origins use code ALIMILLERRD

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

Are toxins like BPA, phthalates, and heavy metals destroying your bones? How can we support healthy bones and removal of toxins that may interfere? Tune in to hear us discuss bone health, the role of toxicity on osteoporosis, and food-as-medicine and supplement support to maintain bone health. 

Toxic metals and endocrine disrupting chemicals (such as BPA in plastic water bottles) interfere with the signaling of osteoblasts our bone building cells while depleting antioxidants and driving bone destruction. Not only are toxins driving obesity but now we have another reason for targeted detox support! In this episode we will cover emerging research on the impact of toxins on your bone health, ways to reduce toxicity, and top supplements and nutrients of focus to support your bones! 

Also in this episode:

• Episode 122: Building Strong Bones

• OsteoFactors MCHC bone matrix form of bioavailable calcium with phosphorus and bone growth factors

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

Is Athletic Greens worth the $90 per month price tag? Are green powders any better than green smoothies? What is up with proprietary blends? Tune in to hear us discuss trendy greens powders and whether they are worth the hype. 

In this episode, we dig into the many benefits of greens and why we love adding them to smoothies, salads, and so much more. But are greens powders an adequate replacement? Hear us deconstruct the most popular greens powder label and give you our hot take! 

Also in this episode: 

• January Live Keto Class Starts 1/10

Better than AG1 Smoothie: 

½ cup coconut milk

½ cup water

3 cups leafy greens OR 2 large superfood greens cubes

½ frozen banana

1 tsp Noble Origins organ complex use code ALIMILLERRD

1 tsp maca

1 Tbsp chia seeds 

1 Tbsp ground flaxseed 

1 tsp bee pollen

1 Tbsp almond butter

1 Scoop Naturally Nourished Grassfed Whey

1 scoop Naturally Nourished Pure Collagen

Optional: 1 tsp cacao, matcha, or acai berry powder for antioxidant boost

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

Thanksgiving caught you by surprise this week? We swear it comes earlier each year! Tune in to get inspired with food-as-medicine goodness, tips for staying on track, and our holiday supplement game plan to navigate everything from alcohol indulgence to coping with holiday stress. 

In this episode, we recap Halloween fun with our families and share favorite hacks for staying healthy through the holiday season. We’ll also share holiday menu inspiration, ways to survive any gathering without feeling bloated and guilty, and some of our favorite non-food traditions. We’ll also share gift inspiration from the whole Naturally Nourished Team!

Also in this episode: 

• • Black Friday Deals

• Holiday Cocktail Recipes

• Sparkling Botanicals

• • Choose Your Non-Negotiables

• Holiday Recipe Roundup

• • • Twice Baked Cauliflower Mash

• 12 Week Keto Meal Plan 

• Non-Food Magic
  • Telestrations

This episode is sponsored by: 

This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIRD to save $30 off first month of subscription or purchase a unique 1 time meter at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd. Check out this episode with Kara of Nutrisense on why we find a CGM to be such an amazing tool!

How does oral health relate to whole body health? What are the concerns with root canals, implants, and fillings? What foods and nutrients are best for oral health? Tune in to hear us cover all this and more in this informative episode with Biological Dentist Dr. Joan Sefcik. 

In this episode, we pick Dr. Joan’s brain about everything from mercury fillings to fluoride and discuss where conventional dentistry took a wrong turn. Learn what you can do to improve your oral health, what to look for in a toothpaste, and whether you should be flossing everyday. 

About Dr. Joan Sefcik:

Dr. Joan Sefcik has been practicing Biological dentistry in Austin for over 26 years. She is the past president of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, is currently a board member and a part of the accreditation team. She has also been knighted in the Sacred Medical Order of the Knights of Hope.

Also in this episode:

• Food as Medicine Ketosis Class - Starts 1/10

This episode is sponsored by: 

This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIRD to save $30 off first month of subscription or purchase unique 1 time meter at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd. Check out this episode with Kara of Nutrisense on why we find a CGM to be such an amazing tool!

According to the CDC, 85% of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime. Are there ways to naturally prevent and treat HPV? How does HPV infection turn into cervical cancer and what are the risks and benefits of the Gardasil shot? Tune in to hear us address this important issue, covering natural forms of treatment and how to address your primary risk factors. 

Just like with anything immune related, nutritional and antioxidant status is a primary indicator of infection severity and really infection at all as all exposure doesn’t always lead to infection. In this week’s episode we unpack HPV, what it is, what the risk factors are, how to prevent and treat, and we weigh out the impact of the Gardasil shot.  You won’t be shocked to find out that there is skewed data and higher than reported side effects. 

Also in this episode: 

• • What is HPV? 

• Detox Support if Choosing to Vaccinate

• • Detox Packs

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

What’s the deal with Armra and why is every health influencer talking about it? Is there solid research to back up its extraordinary claims? How does colostrum compare to serum bovine immunoglobulins in terms of sourcing, tolerance and efficacy? Tune in to hear us unpack this buzzworthy new product and whether it is worth the hefty price tag. 

In this episode, we discuss the benefits of colostrum and immunoglobulins and whether Armra is all it's cracked up to be. Whenever we look at a buzzworthy new product, we want to understand the active compound and its mechanism of action, and whether the actual proprietary compound has been tested in clinical trials. Learn how Armra stacks up and why we ultimately prefer serum immunoglobulins (such as our GI Immune Builder) over dairy based colostrum.  

Also in this episode:

• What is colostrum?
  • Breast Milk: Nature's Perfect Food 

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

Feel like you or your kids are always getting sick? Not sure how to best support your family during cold, flu and virus season? Want to know our best practices and tricks for keeping the whole household healthy? Tune in to hear us cover how the immune system works, what to do at the first sign of illness or exposure, and how to strategically incorporate food-as-medicine for resilience against disease! 

In this episode we cover immune support for virus, cold, cough and beyond for all household members. Learn about the first, second and third lines of defense of the immune system and how we can best support our body’s natural processes. From why we don’t treat a fever, to how conventional cough medicines may be ineffective and even dangerous, to thoughts on flu shots, we cover it all in this jam packed episode. 

Also in this episode: 

• Episode 114 Boosting your Immune System Naturally

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

How do rain barrel collection systems work? What is the best way to weather-proof your garden? What do we feed our chickens? Tune in to hear updates from the Miller homestead as well as Ali and Becki’s learnings in backyard chicken keeping, gardening and more! 

In this episode, we discuss rain barrels and ways to ensure your water supply is clean, how much square footage is needed for collection, and how to add minerals back after filtration. We also chat about keeping chickens alive through the Texas summer, planning for a chicken coop, and the ins and outs of natural chicken keeping. 

Also in this episode: 

• Episode 340 Ali Updates + Q&A BANTER

Sponsors for this episode: 

This episode is sponsored by Peak State Coffee, makers of coffee with real health benefits! Are you a coffee drinker seeking a healthier option but don't want to quit your ritual? Enjoy whole bean coffee infused with adaptogenic mushrooms to boost your brain, support gut health, and balance stress, all while keeping the taste you love. With 500mg lion's mane, reishi, chaga, and more per serving, you’ll love this delicious coffee that is also chemical free, mold free, non-GMO, and low acid. Go to www.PeakStateCoffee.com/ALIMILLERRD for 20% off and free shipping on two or more bags, use code ALIMILLERRD at checkout.

Have you heard of Lp(a)? Want to know how you can lower this important cardiovascular risk marker? Tune in to hear us discuss lipoprotein a, what it means, ideal ranges, and how you can lower it naturally to decrease your risk. 

Lp(a) is an independent risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet often overlooked or left unchecked. Conventional treatment with statin drugs can actually increase Lp(a) values by 15-20%, increasing your risk. In this episode we will discuss natural ways to lower Lp(a) from PCSK9 inhibitors, to bile drivers, to fiber, and specific nutrients that address this lab value without the side effects of medication. 

Also in this episode: 

• Save $50 on the CardioMetabolic Panel with code CMP50

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.