Is there such a thing as too much protein? Today, we’re talking about the myths and evidence-based literature surrounding the idea that high protein is problematic. We also address why doctors think you should ditch multivitamins, and how to reduce cortisol when you’ve tried everything and feel like a failure. Good news—failure moves you forward, so you’re already ahead of the game!

Timestamps:
[1:54] Welcome
[4:10] Stef's big announcement
[11:54] What does a typical day look like for you?
[22:48] Is there a such thing as too much protein?
[36:34] Multivitamin study
[42:49] How to lower cortisol and why am I still gaining weight when I'm doing everything right?

Episode Links:
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ABC News Article: Daily multivitamin supplements don't help you live longer
PubMed Article: Changes in Kidney function
NIH Article: Protein Consumption and the elderly
The Headache Relief Diet Instagram Page

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Caught up in hormonal confusion? Aviva Romm, MD, world renowned midwife and herbalist, is here to talk about calming hormonal chaos! We dive deep into root causes of hormone imbalances, and how your adrenals and thyroid impact everything. So many good nuggets that just might be your missing piece!

Timestamps:
[3:35] Welcome Dr. Aviva Romm
[7:53] What does it mean to balance hormones when they're constantly changing?
[30:25] When treating hormone imbalances, what universal things do you recommend for women?
[41:21] What are some common things that women are overlooking or not considering when it comes to hormones and hormone balance?
[44:28] What are your thoughts on endometriosis and gut issues?
[47:08] If someone has a gut issue and a hormone issues, how do you know which to prioritize?
[49:40] Which adaptogens, if any, seem to be safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?
[51:44] Is DIM safe and does it work with estrogen?
[55:32] Is estradiol cream sage and are there natural substitutes?
[59:17] What are your thoughts on a progesterone challenge to try and get your period back and could it make things worse?
[1:04:53] What are some causes and solutions for low cortisol? 

Episode Links:
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Aviva Romm's Website
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Listen to On Health: A Podcast for Women
Buy "Hormone Intelligence"
Buy "The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution"
Buy "The Natural Pregnancy Book"
Buy "Botanical Medicine for Women's Health"
Buy "Naturally Healthy Babies and Children"
Buy "Natural Health After Birth"
Buy "Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide"

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It’s time to talk diet trends of 2024. Can you guess what the worst diet is? We also unpack whether or not you should put yourself in a caloric deficit when lifting and upping protein (hint: stop that), and how to deal with the last 15 pounds when you have no time. Let’s challenge the narrative and clear up some mental head space, shall we?

Timestamps:
[2:01] Welcome
[2:43] Diet ranking
[21:46] Do I need a caloric deficit?
[31:43] How long does it take for muscle growth to show after starting a program?
[39:55] Toddler picky eating tips
[46:58] How to deal with postpartum weight when I have no time.

Episode Links:
EatingWell's Top 10 Food & Nutrition Trends for 2024
US News Article: Best Diets Overall
GoodHousekeeping's The Best Diets of 2024
Noelle's Article "Why I Don't Want Six-Pack Abs"
Stefani's Article "Shattering the Myth of Fasting For Women"

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The #1 menopause doctor is in the house! Today I tackle all of your menopause and hormone replacement therapy questions with the leading expert on the topic, Dr. Mary Claire Haver. We talk myths, facts, studies, and so much more. Save this one—you’ll want to listen to it again!

Timestamps:
[5:00] Welcome Dr. Haver
[16:48] Can you have night sweats and not hot flashes during the day to be in perimenopause?
[18:20] How do you decipher thyroid, adrenal fatigue, and perimenopause sytems from each other?
[24:45] What is the Women's Health Initiative, when did it come out, and what pitfalls were part of it?
[35:18] What is the ideal time for someone to go on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
[36:36] What levels of estrogen and progesterone determine if you need HRT?
[37:07] What other benefits are there to HRT?
[38:22] How do you know the right dose for you and where do you start?
[43:11] Who is not a good candidate for HRT?
[44:10] Synthetic or bioidentical?
[47:42] Do you have to incorporate progesterone as well when doing HRT?
[48:47] What are some non-HRT solutions for menopause symptoms?
[51:03] If already through menopause, is HRT still beneficial and protective?
[52:00] How do you find a doctor who will prescribe HRT?

Episode Links:
Dr. Mary Claire Haver's website: The Pause Life
The New Menopause
Follow Dr. Mary Claire on Instagram
The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts

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Stefani drops some incredible insight on how food order impacts blood sugar spikes. Hint: it starts with broccoli.  We also unpack leptin resistance and how to approach losing weight if you want to do it to help improve your confidence. And just so you know, we love and support you either way!

Timestamps:
[1:38] Welcome
[2:20] Blood sugar spikes and food order
[18:00] Leptin resistance: how do you determine if you have it and how do you correct it?
[32:00] What body soap do you use?
[36:49] For confidence and feeling stronger Postpartum, how do you lose weight without stressing?
[46:42] What do you eat for breakfast when sensitive to eggs and dairy?

Episode Links:
Food Order & Blood Sugar Instagram post part 1
Food Order & Blood Sugar Instagram post part 2
Dr. Bronner's Bar soap
Everyone Soap
Digestive Bitters
Digestive Enzymes by MD Logic Health

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If you’re hella confused about how to use saunas and heat therapy, this episode is for you! We discuss the different types of saunas, including infrared saunas vs traditional saunas, and cover the science, benefits, how-tos, and common myths! Who’s ready to get sweaty?

Timestamps:
[6:53] Welcome Connie Zack
[8:49] What is the difference between traditional/steam saunas and infrared saunas?
[15:25] How exactly do saunas work and what are heat shock proteins?
[23:29] What are the differences between the different types of infrared lights?
[41:39] Are infrared sauna sessions ok if you have high cortisol and stress or do they stress the body more?
[58:40] How long and how hot do I have to sit in the sauna to gain the benefits?
[1:06:10] How often should I use the sauna to get the benefits?
[1:07:35] What should I wear in the sauna and should I be removing makeup first?
[1:13:35] How do I get a sauna affordably and what if I'm limited on space?
[1:16:54] Do the benefits outweigh the potential EMF exposure?
[1:17:56] Are infrared saunas better than traditional saunas and am I getting all of the same benefits?
 
Episode Links:
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If you’ve been personally harmed by undisclosed fragrance, you may be entitled to a rant. We also talk about how to stop using food to cope (or should you?), and round it off with tips for chronic constipation and sleeping better. We’re high maintenance sleepers, so we know what we’re talking about.

Timestamps:
[1:54] Welcome
[12:39] Noelle's insider perspective on Beauty Counter
[28:03] Advice for letting coping mechanisms go
[40:04] Tips for chronic constipation
[54:02] Rate your top 3 supplements with budgeting in mind
[59:46] Suggestions for better sleep quality/what magnesium is the best for sleep

Episode Links:
Noelle's insider perspective on what happened with BeautyCounter
Noelle's list of BeautyCounter alternatives/replacement products
Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory: GI Map Testing
Choose Joi
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It’s time to unpack one of the biggest controversies in women’s health: hormone replacement therapy! Noelle discusses common hormone issues for men and women 35+, and how to resolve these holistically and with hormone replacement therapy with nurse practitioner May Yazdi-Chewning. By the way, did you know men can struggle with estrogen dominance, too? We also talk labs, optimal ranges, and how to make sense of all the fear mongering out there.

Timestamps:
[6:55] Welcome May Yazdi-Chewning
[8:05] What are the most common hormone imbalances in women?
[15:14] What are optimal ranges when looking at labs?
[20:15] How does a woman know when she's in perimenopause?
[27:07] What is hormone replacement therapy?
[34:18] Women's health initiative study
[42:04] What levels of estrogen and progesterone determine if you need hormone replacement therapy?
[43:39] Is it possible to improve hormone balance without hormone replacement therapy in perimenopause?
[46:35] What are the most common hormone imbalances in men and do they need hormone replacement therapy?
[48:03] What are symptoms of estrogen dominance in men?
[55:26] When taking bioidentical hormones in post-menopause
[56:33] What can men do to increase testosterone without hormone replacement therapy and what options can be done with unwanted side effects of hormone replacement therapy?

Episode Links:
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May’s Anatomy Apple Podcast Link
May's Anatomy Spotify Podcast Link
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We’re taking on some of the most complex and controversial topics in nutritiontoday with expert guest, Chris Kresser! Get ready for deep dives, evidence-based answers, and lots of back and forth about bioavailability.

Timestamps:
[3:33] Welcome Chris Kresser
[19:46] Pleiotrophic effects
[34:99] Is it possible to lower chronic inflammation when you have an autoimmune condition?
[40:13] How do you find the root cause of a chronic issue and are there tests you can take?
[45:10] Should we be doing parasite testing and cleanses?
[50:30] Is removing all lectins and phytates required?
[54:30] Can a vegan diet high in fiber worsen IBS?
[58:24] If I suspect a hormone imbalance, do I focus on balancing my hormones or focus on gut health?
[1:02:17] What do you do about relentless insulin resistance or imbalanced blood sugar?
[1:08:16] Supplementation discussion

Episode Links:
Chris Kresser's website
Adapt Naturals
Core Plus Bundle
Follow Chris on Instagram
The Paleo Cure
Unconventional Medicine
Listen to Chris' Podcast: Revolution Health Radio
Article: Micronutrient Deficiencies in the US population

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 Timestamps:
[5:10] Welcome Dr.  Nicola Sykes
[9:14] What is the definition of Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
[21:25] Root Causes for Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
[32:35] Intermittent Fasting
[40:36] How long does it take to get your period back?
[46:20] Perimenopause
[59:20] Postpartum Period
[1:05:11] Once a period is back, how long do I keep doing what I am doing and how do I maintain it?
 
Episode Links:
Dr. Nicola Skyes book: No Period. Now What?
Dr. Nicola Skyes book: No Period. Now What?  Amazon Link
Dr. Nicola Skyes Podcast
Coaching Information
Follow Dr. Nicola Skyes on Instagram
Article: Why Wait for three periods after amenorrhea recovery
Article: How long will it take to recover?
Instagram Post on Bloodwork

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