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Curious about probiotics? Unsure what foods to eat for a healthy gut? On this episode of the podcast, Fatimah is filling you in on all things gut bacteria!

Highlights from the episode:

• What are probiotics? What foods contain them?
• Role of prebiotics in the gut
• Supplementation vs. whole food sources
• How healthy gut bacteria will help improve your bowel program

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In this episode, Fatimah talks about vitamins, minerals, protein powders, and other supplements. If you're thinking about starting supplements or you currently take supplements, this episode is a must-listen.

Highlights from the episode:

• Supplement safety & drug interactions
• Top supplement picks for SCI & paralysis
• How to know what to take

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In this week's episode, Fatimah discusses how weight loss really happens.. and it's not from cardio!

Highlights from the episode: - Calorie deficit for weight loss with paralysis - Not relying on exercise to "burn" more energy - Why your trainer at the gym shouldn't be giving you macros/calories - Ableism in weight loss/fitness industry

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In this episode of the podcast, Fatimah talks about how you can get adequate hydration while also managing neurogenic bladder. She discusses the importance of drinking enough water, and how it affects the entire body, particularly the bowels.

Highlights from the episode: - How much water to drink per day - How you schedule your cathing around your activities - Importance of electrolytes for absorbing water

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In this episode, Fatimah talks about the difference between counting calories and counting macros for weight loss with paralysis. She breaks down why macro counting is a better method and what calorie counting leaves to be desired.

Highlights from the episode: - What are macros? - Why calorie counting is too simplistic for weight loss - Challenges of staying in a calorie deficit with paralysis

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In this episode, Fatimah talks with a fellow registered dietitian, Devika Sharma, RD about weight loss using macro counting. Devika explains why macro counting is a more sustainable, effective method of weight loss than calorie counting, and how ALL foods can fit into a healthy diet.

Highlights from the episode include: - What are macros? - How to lose weight without being miserable - Enjoying "fun" foods with weight loss in mind

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In this episode, Fatimah chats with Paralysis Nutrition group coaching member Caroline, who was living with two-stage III pressure sores for over 2 years. After just 1 month of eating right for wound healing, Caroline was able to completely heal her wounds, and today she's here to talk about her success.

Highlights from the episode: - The advice Caroline received from wound care - Protein and supplementation for wound healing - Constipation issues from a high-protein diet - Life after healing

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On today's episode, Fatimah talks with special guest Dr. Joanne Delgado, who is a physiatrist and spinal cord injury specialist from Florida. Dr. Delgado discusses medical management of spinal cord injury, both acute and chronic, and how comprehensive care is the key to quality of life after spinal cord injury. You don't want to miss this rare opportunity to hear valuable information directly from a physician who has extensive training, education, and experience with spinal cord injury!

Highlights from the episode: - Constipation and bowel health, plus Dr. Delgado's honest opinion on laxatives - Spasticity management - UTIs and bladder dysfunction - Emotional aspects of life with spinal cord injury

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In this episode of the podcast, Fatimah chats with Paralysis Nutrition coaching program client, Heather, who was able to regulate her bowels and decrease bloating - just by changing her diet.

Highlights from the episode: - How Heather went from pooping once (or less!) per week to going almost daily - The importance of eating more meals at home and planning in advance - Fiber, fluid, and stress - making the Poop Trifecta work for you - How tracking her meals has helped Heather stay consistent

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