In this episode, Abby & Jillian continue on the topic of GLP-1 diving into the natural ways to support GLP-1 in the body. They discuss how GLP-1 production and action can be stimulated by nutrition, lifestyle practices and specific supplements. They share the science and specific strategies around each area so that listeners can be informed and utilize the information into their own lives to support metabolic health. 

They clear up confusion about berberine, a popular trending supplement that has been touted as “nature’s Ozempic” exploring how it works, what to be aware of and who it's right (or wrong) for. They remind us that weight loss is not a direct reflection of our inner wellbeing and health. They help to provide thoughtful, specific and informed discussion around the social and emotional challenges that GLP-1 agonists may present. Their goal is to help you understand the opportunities we all have for supporting GLP-1 mechanisms naturally. 

Links: 

Jillian:

Jillian Greaves Functional Nutrition & Wellness Website

Eat To Heal Your Hormones Program

Instagram

Abby:

Above Health Nutrition Website

Nourished Gut Guide

In this episode, Abby and Jillian discuss the increased popularity of GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic & Wegovy for weight loss. Their focus with this conversation is not to argue for or against the use of these medications. Their goal is to help you better understand what these medications do, how they impact various systems in the body, and to provide you with the information you need for making informed decisions with your health.

Abby and Jillian discuss problems that they’re seeing with how these medications are being used and educate listeners on the potential long-term health implications. They highlight opportunities for listeners to better support their body for achieving sustainable health outcomes, share client examples, and provide practical tips for navigating conversations about weight loss medications with your provider and better advocating for your health. 

Links: 

Jillian:

Jillian Greaves Functional Nutrition & Wellness Website

Eat To Heal Your Hormones Program

Instagram

Abby:

Above Health Nutrition Website

Nourished Gut Guide

In this episode, Abby & Jillian discuss healing timelines and what to expect on your gut health and hormone healing journey. Learn how to monitor symptom shifts and feedback from your body to assess progress while healing, and how to break through common barriers they see preventing clients from making continued progress on their journeys. 

Abby & Jillian discuss improving resiliency in the body, creating a toolkit to support your unique needs long-term, and how to create sustainable habits that lead to big shifts with your gut and hormone health over time. Understand why finding joy in the journey is essential.

Enjoy this episode as they share client examples and pull from their own experiences to help you better navigate your gut and hormone healing journey.

Links:

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

Eat To Heal Your PCOS Course

PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

FREE Drainage System Training - Sign Up Here

In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into all things dietary fat - the second most polarizing and misunderstood macronutrient behind carbohydrates. They clear up confusion on the different types of dietary fats and offer clear guidance on why and how to incorporate fats into the diet to optimize your gut and hormone health. 

They discuss the hotly debated topic of saturated fat and heart disease, and provide listeners with clear guidance around controversial foods like red meat, eggs, poultry and dairy. They break down everything you really need to know about seeds oils, and provide concrete suggestions for how to lower inflammation in the body by optimizing the ratio of omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids in your diet. Understand how much dietary fat you need, and identify specific symptoms that you can assess to ensure you’re eating and digesting fats effectively. 

Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for utilizing healthy fat strategically to support optimal gut and hormone health. They teach you how to choose and incorporate healthy fats into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on dietary fats, and tangible action steps to get started with today.

Links:

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

NDD Gut Healing Program - Join the Waitlist for exclusive access to the Drainage Training!

In this episode, Abby & Jillian dive into some of the most popular health trends on social media. They discuss the science behind anti-nutrients, where social media takes cycle synching too far, if greens powders are really the solution to your gut health problems, and if apple cider vinegar gummies will really help your body burn fat.

They clear up confusion around social media’s exaggerated claims, and break down everything you need to know to be an educated consumer. They teach you how to not lose the forest for the trees when navigating social media health claims, and to protect yourself from stress and wasting money. Their goal is to help you prioritize the most effective tools for moving the needle with your gut and hormone symptoms. 

Links:

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

NDD Gut Healing Program - Join the Waitlist for exclusive access to the Drainage Training!

In this episode we chat with Meg Gerber about the power of breath. Meg explains how breath-work can be used as a tool to reconnect with your body, to calm the nervous system, and to create an environment in the body that accelerates healing.

Meg breaks down the science behind breath-work and why using your breath is such a powerful and accessible tool for supporting your healing journey. Experience the power of breath-work live as Meg walks us through a 3 minute guided exercise at the end of the episode.

Meg Gerber is a Functional Medicine Dietitian, Breath Work Teacher, Best Selling Author, and the founder of Grounded Nourishment. Meg specializes in working with women who struggle with chronic digestive issues. Through her own journey of digestive struggles and autoimmunity, Meg has learned the power being in your body and listening to its needs.

Meg’s Functional Medicine practice includes an approach to nourishment and healing that combines individualization and root cause analysis. Moving beyond diets, functional testing and supplements, Meg empowers her clients with ongoing nervous system tools for stress management as an integral pillar to sustainable gut health and longevity.

Links:

Breath work for gut health start kit

My upcoming Group Program: The Stressed Gut Solution (next cohort starts 5/2)

My website: www.groundednourish.com

@groundednourish on IG and Tok 

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

NDD Gut Healing Program - Join the Waitlist for exclusive access to the Drainage Training!

In this episode we chat with Christa Biegler about the role and importance of the nervous system in a healing journey. Christa helps to expand our understanding of stress to include unrecognized stressors and guides us in how we can take action to identify and prioritize even our unrecognized stress to create a less stressed nervous system and life!

Christa Biegler is an award-winning dietitian nutritionist, host of the Less Stressed Life podcast, and author of The Eczema Relief Diet & Cookbook. She helps health-savvy women overcome food sensitivities and fatigue without restrictive dieting to beat bloat, burnout & eczema breakouts. She lives with her unicycling husband & kids in the Midwest. The Less Stressed Life Podcast & Nutrition mission is that everyone deserves a less stressed life without inflammation, food sensitivities and fatigue. 

Links:

Insta: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/ 

Facebook: @christabieglerrd https://www.facebook.com/christabieglerrd

Website(s): https://www.christabiegler.com/ 

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

NDD Gut Healing Program - Join the Waitlist!

In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into carbohydrates - the most polarizing and misunderstood macronutrient. They discuss why carbohydrate quality and carb pairing is so important, along with how much you actually need to support balanced hormones and a healthy gut.

They clear up confusion around the differences between simple versus complex and whole food versus ultra processed carbohydrates. They cover the controversial topic of low carb diets including who could benefit from a lower carb approach, and who low carb diets might actually be harmful for. 

Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for utilizing carbohydrates strategically to support optimal gut and hormone health. They teach you how to build nutrient dense, fiber rich carbohydrates into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on carbohydrates, and tangible action steps to get started with today.

Links:

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

FREE Drainage System Training - Sign Up Here

In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into protein, a misunderstood macronutrient that most people are not getting enough of. They discuss why protein is so important, how much you actually need to support balanced hormones and a healthy gut, and why your ability to optimally break down and metabolize the protein you eat is so essential.

They clear up confusion around the differences between animal and plant proteins, discuss protein timing, and cover the controversial topic of protein powders. 

Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for meeting your protein and more specifically your amino acids needs. They teach you how to build adequate protein into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on protein, and tangible action steps to get started with today.

Links:

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

FREE Drainage System Training - Sign Up Here

In this episode, Abby & Jillian dive into discussing what the heck to eat to support gut and hormones. They introduce the gut and hormone healing plate and guide you through how to use this visual tool to build nourishing meals.  

There is so much conflicting and confusing information out there about what to eat, and oftentimes there is a disconnect with how to actually bring all of this together in real life and specifically on your plate. Abby and Jillian help you to understand how the plate is set up to nourish your gut and hormones and discuss real life applications to using the plate in your everyday life.  

Jillian and Abby share real world client examples and teach you how to build meals that are both satisfying and that provide your body with the nutrient resources it needs to achieve optimal gut and hormone health. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with tangible action steps for enjoying food and feeling your best.

Links:

Gut & Hormone Healing Plate - https://www.instagram.com/yourbodyhasyourback/

Jillian Greaves:

Website

Instagram

PCOS Root Reversal Program

PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz

Abigail Hueber: 

Website

Instagram

FREE Drainage System Training - Sign Up Here