Optimal Metabolism
241 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 137 ratingsWeight issues, chronic disease, low energy, and adrenal exhaustion are typically due to hormonal imbalance and circadian dysfunction. Put type 2 diabetes, long-standing obesity, fatty liver, PCOS, and adrenal fatigue naturally into remission with the help of this podcast. Shana answers questions, covers hot topics, and brings in leading experts on optimizing metabolism, mitochondrial function, and circadian rhythm, and addresses related topics to help you lose weight and balance hormones by understanding the basics of sunlight, food energy, water structure, and quantum biology.
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Episode 186- Q&A! Fasting Before Labs, Reversing Insulin Resistance When Thin, How To Fast With Sleep Issues, Meal Plans and Recipes in My Program
June 04, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 71.5 MBIt is always an honor to answer questions asked directly from my podcast listeners! I tackled topics like how long you should fast before lab testing, how to reverse insulin resistance when already at a healthy weight, should you practice intermittent fasting while simultaneously struggling with sleep imbalances, and how I approach nutritional guidelines for my students. I am certain you will walk away with a few key takeaways from this episode! WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [1:20]- Why I have bee...
Episode 185- Weight Loss and Healing Modalities You're Missing Out On With Kiera Lea
May 28, 2024 08:22 - 1 hour - 124 MBKiera Lea specializes in quantum health and light biology. She believes in the healing power of nature, through practices like viewing the sunrise, grounding, deuterium depleted water, and other principles of nature to transform one’s health and wellbeing. In this episode we discussed Kiera’s continuing education on light environment including how viewing morning sunlight healed Kiera of health issues, minimizing blue light exposure particularly after sunset, and creating a routine that alig...
Episode 184- A Deep Dive Into Optimizing HRT with Dr. Greg Brannon
May 21, 2024 07:31 - 1 hour - 123 MBDr. Greg Brannon utilizes hormone replacement therapy to help females in perimenopause and menopause experience a smoother transition. We discussed what hormone replacement therapy is, how long therapy is used, hormone testing, and the comparison between cortisol and sex hormones. We heavily focused on testosterone too, which is the hormone responsible for countless roles in the male and female body. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [6:10]- Dr. Brannon’s story and what led him to hormone replacement ...
Episode 183- Opening Up About Recent Struggles and Putting New Protocols in Place
May 14, 2024 11:25 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MBEveryday I am amazed by the complexity of the human body. As a lifelong learner, I too am learning the body's overall wellbeing is influenced not only by optimal nutrition- or lack thereof- it also thrives in response to appropriate light patterns, circadian rhythm, hormone production, exercise, environmental stimuli, EMFs, and SO much more! In this episode I dissect what a day in my life looks like since focusing on new areas of health and wellbeing. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [5:12]- WHY I am...
Episode 182- Alternative Cancer Treatments and the New Biology of Water with Dr. Thomas Cowan
May 07, 2024 07:37 - 1 hour - 147 MBDr. Thomas Cowan is a practitioner in the field of alternative health and author of six best-selling books. His teachings are navigated by new biology principles such as the biology of water and the relationship of exclusion zone water to cancer. In this episode we delve into holistic cancer treatments, should females screen for cancer, and deuterium depleted water. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [5:05]- What Dr. Tom addressed in his book, Cancer and the New Biology of Water, offering a fresh pers...
Episode 181- Reversing Prediabetes and Becoming "Postdiabetic" with Eric Edmeades
April 30, 2024 07:12 - 1 hour - 110 MBEric Edmeades is the coauthor of the newly published book, Postdiabetic, and has a passion for helping those with metabolic illness heal and achieve postdiabetic vitality. Along with being an author and continual learner, Eric also serves as a leadership speaker and entrepreneur. It was so fun to talk about the role of mindset in living a lifestyle free of metabolic illness in this episode! WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [7:03]- Eric’s story, including how he established the term postdiabetic and ...
Episode 180- Healing the Gut to Overcome Inflammation and Weight Loss Resistance with Risa Groux
April 23, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBRisa Groux is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach who is passionate about nutrition and healing the root cause of disease. Risa specializes in health challenges like diabetes, autoimmune disease, cancer, digestion, thyroid, and hormone imbalances. In this episode we delve into stool and blood tests, probiotics, and genetic testing to heal from autoimmune issues. We also dissected the 5 drivers of weight loss resistance, including what helped Risa heal from her own health...
Episode 179- Q&A! How I'm Addressing Cortisol and BS Issues, Waist Circumference, Fasting During Luteal Phase, Reversing Type 2 DM
April 16, 2024 07:49 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MBIn this Q&A episode I am pleased to share some of the new fields of wellness I have invested in learning more about: circadian rhythm and quantum biology. I relate these areas to topics such as cortisol, waist circumference, when a female should fast in accordance with her menstrual cycle, and healing the root cause of type 2 diabetes. Tune in! WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [3:35]- How am I healing my own cortisol and blood sugar dysregulation? How have my morning and night routines shifted as I ...
Episode 178- Fast With Food?! My Experiences with the Fasting Mimicking Program
April 09, 2024 09:05 - 45 minutes - 83.4 MBI recently completed a 5-day fast with ProLon, the company that created the fasting mimicking approach. In this episode, I discuss my positive experience with this longevity program, which includes five days worth of pre-packaged foods to maximize the benefits of water-only fasting, all while still being able to consume small portions of food! WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [7:07]- How does the ProLon 5-Day Program work? [12:18]- What is included in each day’s food? [15:43]- What are the goa...
Episode 177- Moving From Hormonal Chaos to Hormonal Balance Throughout Perimenopause and Menopause with Bria Gadd
April 02, 2024 07:36 - 1 hour - 112 MBBria Gadd is a functional diagnostic practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer who specializes in perimenopause and menopause, specifically in relation to female hormones, weight loss, and finding clarity in hormonal imbalances. In this episode we discuss various stressors, sleep routines, nutritional approaches, and exercise practices that can support your hormonal fluctuations in whatever stage of life you are in. [6:03]- How did Bria become known as The Period...
Episode 176- Why Leaky Gut Leads to Autoimmune Illness and What to do About It with Dr. Tom O'Bryan
March 26, 2024 08:13 - 1 hour - 131 MBDr. Tom O’Bryan is an internationally recognized speaker focused on food sensitivities, environmental toxins, and the development of autoimmune diseases. His 7-part docuseries decoding the steps for optimal wellbeing, The Inflammation Equation, releases April 4th. It covers various health aspects and their effect on inflammation including gut microbiome, environmental toxins, chronic stress, and so much more. As a two-time best selling author and founder of TheDr, Dr. Tom has years of inform...
Episode 175- HOT TOPIC! Can You Reverse Insulin Resistance While Practicing Intuitive Eating?
March 19, 2024 07:40 - 29 minutes - 53.6 MBIntuitive eating. This is a hot and controversial topic in both the nutrition and health space! While it would be a blessing for everyone to be able to enjoy intuitive eating, it can be a contradictory practice when trying to reverse metabolic disease. Instead, balancing hormones and bringing insulin back into healthy balance with is the best way to trust hunger and satiety hormones, and heal from insulin resistance and metabolic dysregulation. [2:21]- What is my approach to intuitive eat...
Episode 174- Integrating Low-Carb, CGM's, and GLP-1's to Overcome Metabolic Disease with Dr. Paul Kolodzik
March 12, 2024 07:12 - 1 hour - 118 MBDr. Paul Kolodzik is a medical doctor specializing in metabolic health. As a founding member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners, Dr. Kolodzik has a thorough background on the use of continuous glucose monitors, lifestyle changes to reversing metabolic disease, and who might be a good candidate for the use of GLP-1 medications. In his recently published book, The Continuous Glucose Monitoring Revolution, Dr. Kolodzik shares how he has helped thousands of patients lose weight a...
Episode 173- Helping Your PETS Overcome Obesity and Metabolic Disease with Daniel Schulof
March 05, 2024 08:02 - 1 hour - 126 MBDaniel Schulof is the CEO of KetoNatural Pet Foods and author of “Dogs, Dog Food, and Dogma,” a book addressing the merciless killers of dogs throughout America. Daniel is an expert in companion animal nutritional science and specializes in all health issues relating to pets: obesity, cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. We talked about the dog food industry, insulin resistance and metabolic health in pets, and the right macronutrient breakdown for them. If you have a furry friend,...
Episode 172- Q&A! Is Muscle Lost During Fasting? Should I be Hungry When Fasting? Should I Eat Low Glycemic or Low Carb?
February 27, 2024 07:31 - 32 minutes - 59.6 MBLong time no see, Q&A episode! I love having the opportunity to answer questions directly asked by my podcast listeners. In this episode we discuss what the body uses for energy during periods of fasting, not feeling hunger after starting a fasting protocol, and low glycemic foods vs. low carb foods. [1:19]- What happens to muscle mass during periods of fasting? What is the difference between muscle mass and lean tissue? Is it better to exercise in a fasted or fed state? Use the Fit...
Episode 171- From Cycle Syncing to a Smooth Menopause Transition with Jess Suchan and Candace Burch [PART 2]
February 20, 2024 07:42 - 44 minutes - 81.5 MBPart 2 of my two part conversation with Candace and Jess! Last week Jess shared insightful information about fertility and supporting the female's menstrual cycle. This week, Candace covered transitioning into menopause, decreasing the uncomfortable symptoms often associated with it, and hormone replenishment therapy. Jess also chimed in about how insulin sensitivity changes according to hormone production. [4:23]- What are the indicators of moving through the stages of perimenopause and ...
Episode 170- From Cycle Syncing to a Smooth Menopause Transition [PART 1] with Jess Suchan and Candace Burch
February 13, 2024 08:53 - 44 minutes - 82 MBCandace Burch and Jess Suchan, a mother-daughter duo, joined me on the podcast this week to talk about all things hormone health! Candance serves as a hormone health educator, Jess as a holistic health coach. In this first episode we covered Jess’s areas of specialty: supporting fertility, tracking the menstrual cycle naturally, breaking down the four phases of the menstrual cycle and optimizing nutrition during each phase, and hormonal birth control. [7:08]- How did Jess become passionat...
Episode 169- Treating Cancer as a Metabolic Disease with Dr. Thomas Seyfried
February 06, 2024 09:09 - 1 hour - 140 MBDr. Thomas Seyfried is a professor of biology at Boston University. Dr. Seyfried’s research, in which he has over 200 peer-reviewed publications, focuses on metabolic therapies to hault the growth and replication of cancer. He has received many honors and awards from diverse organizations and is the author of Cancer as a Metabolic Disease. In this episode we talk heavily about Dr. Seyfried's research and the cancer treatment plan he has developed from his years of research and lab work. ...
Episode 168- Can Insulin Resistance Come Back Once Reversed?
January 30, 2024 07:45 - 24 minutes - 45.3 MBHOT TOPIC! Once someone heals from insulin resistance, can it return? Well, to answer that we need to assess whether your lifestyle promotes metabolic health or illness! Let’s talk about that in this episode, along with my personal journey of reversing insulin resistance and how to know whether you struggle with metabolic dysregulation. [1:56]- What was my experience with insulin resistance? [5:33]- What diseases are a result of insulin dysregulation? [15:11]- What causes insulin re...
Episode 167- Tap Into Your Full Health Potential Using Herbs with Dr. Bill Rawls
January 23, 2024 08:22 - 1 hour - 110 MBDr. Bill Rawls is an expert in the field of herbal medicine. After practicing conventional medicine for 15 years, Dr. Rawls was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. When the standard medical approach was not offering the healing he was looking for, he looked to alternative medicine, where he truly found the root cause of his disease and was able to heal. Dr. Rawl has created his own supplement company and he also authored the book, The Cellular Wellness Solution, which specifically credits mitocho...
Episode 166- From Almost Dead to Thriving By Questioning What's "NORMAL" with Dane Johnson
January 16, 2024 07:46 - 1 hour - 149 MBDane Johnson is a certified holistic nutritionist and founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle. Dane suffered from ulcerative colitis and first was treated by the standard medical approach. Finding himself so weak he couldn't walk or carry on lifes challenges, Dane checked himself out of the hospital and committed to creating an alternative healing plan for himself. He now helps people heal holistically from severe bowel and digestive diseases. This conversation is empowering and inspirational for ...
Episode 165- RESTARTING Your Low Insulin Approach Successfully with Gin Stephens
January 09, 2024 07:56 - 1 hour - 144 MBHave you tried intermittent fasting and felt it failed you? Gin Stephens is an intermittent fasting expert who has been teaching fasting strategies for 10 years. After experiencing transformational life changes from intermittent fasting herself, such as increased skin elasticity and loss of 80 pounds, Gin has devoted her professional career to encouraging men and women to pursue practical lifestyle changes to become their happiest, healthiest selves. [4:20]- Registration for Low Insulin A...
Episode 164- Moving From Knowing to Doing With Mindset Expert Sonia Jhas
January 02, 2024 08:14 - 57 minutes - 105 MBSonia Jhas is the author of I’ll Start Again Tomorrow: And Other Lies I’ve Told Myself and is a motivational speaker. She has created guidelines to bridge the gap between avoiding the things you need to do to doing them efficiently and effectively. Sonia is passionate about helping others reach their fullest potential and become the best version of themselves. Our conversation was filled with encouragement and education to start the new year off with the right mindset to accomplish your goa...
Episode 163- 5 Things That Really Made An Impact On My Health in 2023
December 26, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 62.3 MBThe final podcast episode of 2023! I wanted to take a few minutes to share 5 key strategies I incorporated into my daily routine this year to help me maintain my metabolic health. I used to struggle with insulin resistance so if you know you have work to do as far as metabolic health goes, this episode is for you! [2:17]- My FREE and LIVE webinar, Why You Should Eat Dinner for Breakfast, is being offered December 27th, 28th, and January 2nd! I will cover why the first meal coming off a fa...
Episode 162- Changing The Meat Industry With Regenerative Farming With Sander Van Stee
December 19, 2023 08:09 - 1 hour - 123 MBSander Van Stee is a passionate farmer in the trenches who experienced his own health issues at 25 years old. His ailing health at a young age sparked his interest in regenerative agriculture, seeking for answers his own family farm could incorporate to better animal welfare and farming. He is the owner of Moral Eats, a company that sources and delivers clean and ethical animal meat in Canada. In this episode we cover regenerative agriculture and how this affects the health of the animals an...
Episode 161- Why is My Fasting Insulin Going UP When My Blood Sugars are Going DOWN?
December 12, 2023 08:31 - 28 minutes - 52.6 MBI recently received a message from one of my followers expressing frustration over an increase in her fasting insulin levels, when her HbA1C and fasting blood glucose levels have come down into healthy ranges. This can be so frustrating! In this episode I discuss why this may be and shared the timeline of reversing insulin resistance. Normalizing fasting insulin requires time, strategic lifestyle change, and patience. [1:25]- If you missed a deal from my 12 Days of Christmas offer and are ...
Episode 160- All Things Muscle and Protein with WarriorBabe Nikkiey Stott
December 05, 2023 07:12 - 1 hour - 113 MBNikkiey Stott is a registered nurse, certified personal trainer, and founder of WarriorBabe, her personal nutrition and fitness coaching business. Her specialties include strength training for all ages, consuming an appropriate amount of each macronutrient for longevity, and building and maintaining muscle lifelong. Our conversation covered hot topics like strength training to increase metabolism, why cardio isn’t helping you reach your goals, and protein as the prime macronutrient. [1:21...
Episode 159- HOT TOPIC! What ACTUALLY Happens During a 5 Day Fast
November 28, 2023 07:23 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MBEnergetically speaking, what happens in the body during an extended fast? Where does energy come from during a long fast and how does the body maintain its metabolic needs? I discuss all this and more in this week's podcast episode! Tune in to be encouraged and understand what fasting periods best fit your goals! [2:16]- What happens in the first 12 hours of fasting? Why should almost EVERYONE fast for a minimum of 12 hours daily? [9:50]- I am so excited to share that my 12 Days of Chr...
Episode 158- SUCCESS STORY! How Michelle Pfile Lost 80 Pounds, Transitioning From Salon Owner to Health Coach
November 21, 2023 07:50 - 1 hour - 131 MBSUCCESS STORY- one of my favorite kinds of episodes to record! Instead of sharing holiday tips and tricks as I have done in previous years, I want to encourage you through this conversation with Michelle Pfile. After struggling with her weight for years, Michelle became passionate about healing her body and became a health coach. [2:45]- My 12 Days of Christmas special will be running at the beginning of December! Make sure you are on my email list to receive the daily deals! [7:11]- H...
Episode 157- HOT TOPIC! What to Eat BEFORE a Fast
November 14, 2023 08:17 - 36 minutes - 65.9 MBI have discussed on past episodes much about what to break a longer fast with, and even what to include during your fast, but I haven't talked a lot about what to eat BEFORE a fast. This information is super important, as eating the way I outline in the episode will make your fasts easier, with a quicker conversion to burning body fat! [1:28]- What exactly does it mean to be in a fast? [3:38]- What happens when we fast, and which fuel types do we burn through? [7:02] Why intermittent f...
Episode 156- NEW and Promising Nutraceutical Treatments for IBD and IBS with Nir Salomon
November 07, 2023 08:12 - 56 minutes - 104 MBNir Salomon is the director of integrative gastroenterology at Sheba Medical Center. Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome can be treated through both pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals; in this episode we will discuss the latter. Nir and his research team have created CurQD, a supplement that heals the mucosal layer of the intestines. We cover the development of these nutraceuticals and who they are for. I wish I had known about CurQD when my son was struggling with ulcera...
Episode 155- HOT TOPIC! How Do I Get Off Insulin?
October 31, 2023 07:04 - 35 minutes - 65.8 MBMore than ½ of American adults either struggle with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. As a result, many people struggle with glucose toxicity and are prescribed insulin. Let’s discuss what we can do to teach the body how to burn fat and restore insulin sensitivity, ultimately to reverse metabolic illness and negate the need for endogenous insulin. [6:20]- What is the root cause of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes? [15:07]- Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes is a lifestyle-induced illness. Wha...
Episode 154- Navigating the Tumultuous World of Hypoglycemia with Danielle Hamilton, PART 2
October 24, 2023 07:17 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBPart two of my two episode-long conversation with Danielle Hamilton, FNTP! Last week, we covered hypoglycemia, and in today's episode, we compare hypoglycemia to reactive hypoglycemia. We talk about how to identify it and how to heal from reactive hypoglycemia. If you haven't listened to PART 1 from last week, give it a listen before you dive into PART 2! This will provide you with a foundational understanding of hypoglycemia. [3:42]- What is reactive hypoglycemia? [8:52]- How to heal h...
Episode 153- Navigating the Tumultuous World of Hypoglycemia with Danielle Hamilton, PART 1
October 17, 2023 07:37 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MBDanielle Hamilton, a nutritional therapy practitioner, is an expert on hypoglycemia and reactive hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). After understanding that insulin resistance and blood sugar dysregulation were at the root cause of her PCOS, Dani became passionate about sharing a holistic approach to maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. This is part one of our two part discussion- covering hypoglycemia vs. reactive hypoglycemia! [7:27]- What is hypoglycemia? Is there a threshold where fas...
Episode 152- BONUS! Insulin Resistance and Longevity- The Secret to Lifelong Health
October 10, 2023 07:16 - 43 minutes - 78.8 MBAmanda Blanco interviewed me from Funky Fat Foods! I love Funky Fat Foods because they create chocolate with clean ingredients that don’t spike my blood sugar, while still creating something to satisfy a sweet tooth. We had a wonderful conversation about insulin resistance and one of my son’s health struggles, which ultimately led me to pursue alternative wellness approaches. More on this in the episode! [3:56]- Who am I? Why am I so passionate about the teachings I share? [9:48]- Quali...
Episode 151- Q&A! Creamer in Coffee? Progesterone Causing Sugar Cravings? Getting Nutrition with OMAD? Supplements Break a Fast?
October 03, 2023 07:17 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBI love creating Q&A episodes because I am able to answer questions that listeners like you directly ask me! In today’s episode I address coffee additives and whether or not they will break a fast, when supplements should be taken, breaking down the pros and cons of eating one meal a day, and the use of progesterone cream. You asked, I answered. [2:15]- Q: How much half and half can I have in my coffee without breaking my fast? Beyond 15 calories is considered breaking a fast! [8:32]- Q...
Episode 150- How to Maximize Autophagy!
September 26, 2023 12:45 - 32 minutes - 59.5 MBAutophagy! The process of recycling cells, viruses, proteins, etc. that the body no longer needs. Unfortunately, autophagy is commonly misunderstood- it is commonly interpreted as an on-off switch that only occurs in 3+ day fasts. In reality, the science tells us both fasting and exercise encourage this recycling process to occur in the body. Autophagy is incredibly beneficial for the body, so come and understand how and why to get your body to recycle waste products at the cellular level! ...
Episode 149- HOT TOPIC! Fast Through Breakfast or Dinner?
September 19, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this week's episode, I discuss varieties of eating windows, including whether to fast through breakfast or if you should fast through dinner. While there is no one size fits all, there are cues the body gives us including hormonal fluctuations and circadian rhythms to understand when is best for the body to consume energy and when is time to rest and digest. I also share my personal fasting regimen, and how I created an eating window that works best for me. Tune in! [3:16]- What is the...
Episode 148- SUCCESS STORY! Bonnie Browning Loses 45 Pounds and Reverses Fatty Liver!
September 12, 2023 07:15 - 56 minutes - 103 MBBonnie Browning began implementing a low insulin lifestyle about 5 months ago. She went from her conventional doctors advice, to exercise and eat a low fat diet, to using the tools and lifestyle adjustments I taught her and seeing life changing changes! We discuss her weight loss journey, fasting regimen, hormonal imbalances, and more. Hope this encourages you! [1:21]- The doors for Low Insulin Academy LIVE are OPEN NOW, until September 14, 2023! The diseases discussed in this episode are...
Episode 147- Measuring the SEVERITY of Insulin Resistance
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 71.6 MBHow do I know if I struggle with poor insulin sensitivity? What metabolic diseases is insulin resistance the root cause of? In this episode I discuss everything you need to know to understand if you have insulin resistance: the physical signs of insulin resistance, the labs available for internal insights of metabolic illness, and comparing body composition to body weight. Tune in and learn, friends! [3:10]- The doors for Low Insulin Academy LIVE are OPEN NOW, until September 14, 2023! Th...
Episode 146- SUCCESS STORY! Lisa Fischer Heals Her Thyroid and Loses Weight with the Help of IF
August 29, 2023 07:20 - 1 hour - 120 MBLisa Fischer began fasting back in 2017. In addition to working professionally as a journalist and TV broadcaster for many years, after realizing how intermittent fasting changed her life, she additionally works as a health coach, encouraging others in their own health journeys to experience metabolic freedom. This success story is one you don’t want to miss! [1:48]- In one week from today, enrollment for Low Insulin Academy LIVE opens! You can find more info and get on the waitlist here....
Episode 145- HOT TOPIC! Facts You Need to Know About OZEMPIC and Semaglutide
August 22, 2023 07:16 - 47 minutes - 86.7 MBSemaglutide peptides stimulate the body to produce the hormone glucagon-like peptide 1, GLP-1. GLP-1 is a hormone naturally produced in the body with the purpose of releasing insulin as a response to glucose and suppresses food consumption by slowly emptying the stomach. Recently, Semaglutide peptides have received an immense amount of attention due to their promises of weight loss and blood sugar balancing properties. In this episode, I discuss the scientific studies behind GLP-1 agonist me...
Episode 144- Q&A! Elevated Morning Blood Sugars, Why Do I Have IR, Can I do your Program While on Ozempic, Can IR Come and Go?
August 15, 2023 06:32 - 29 minutes - 54 MBAnother Q&A, another episode jam packed with learning opportunities! This week's information pertains to the dawn phenomenon and high morning blood sugar levels, insulin resistance despite doing all the things to stay “healthy", enrolling in my programs while taking Ozempic or other Semaglutide medications, and why insulin resistance can come and go. As always, if you have any additional questions about the material discussed in this episode or any questions applicable to my teachings, pleas...
Episode 143- Quit Alcohol and Maximize Potential with James Swanwick
August 08, 2023 06:27 - 46 minutes - 85.6 MBJames Swanwick is passionate about educating people about the effects of alcohol consumption. His story is unique: James realized he was not living optimally, so he decided to fast from alcohol for 30 days. In this time period James experienced weight loss, career focus, and relational connections on a level deeper than ever before. He realized how optimal life is without alcohol and now dedicates his time and skills to helping casual drinkers live an alcohol free life. [4:30]- What led J...
Episode 142- Can We FIX Our Metabolism? (HOT TOPIC!)
August 01, 2023 06:22 - 49 minutes - 90.2 MBMetabolism is the way by which your body uses energy and how effectively it does so. Certain things increase or decrease metabolism, and it is helpful to be aware, so you can keep your metabolism optimal! In this episode we discuss both how dieting, aging, and metabolic illness affect overall metabolism, and what can be done to increase basal metabolic rate if you think yours has been compromised. [2:48]- What is metabolism? [5:30]- Waitlist is open for the fall session of Low Insulin ...
Episode 141- The Truth About Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Jenn Simmons
July 25, 2023 11:05 - 1 hour - 124 MBDr. Jenn Simmons is a specialist in breast cancer. After working as a leading breast surgeon in Philadelphia for 17 years, Dr. Simmons transitioned to learning and practicing functional medicine as she boosted her own health to overcome her own experience with cancer. Cancer is a heavy topic, but since it is so impactful, it is vitally important to be educated on this metabolic disease to keep you and your loved ones healthy. [7:14]- Why Dr. Simmons is passionate about breast cancer. [...
Episode 140-(HOT TOPIC) Why We Get HANGRY!
July 18, 2023 06:33 - 28 minutes - 51.3 MB“We better bring snacks, or I will get hangry!” You may have heard this before or said it yourself! Hunger is a valid feeling, but the constant need to be consuming food is a sign that you are not fueling your body appropriately. Let’s talk about why that may be and how you can support the body's need to stay fuller for longer- and happier and healthier too! WHY do people get hangry? [4:26]- The standard dietary guidelines are setting you up for failure! How this affects your body's blo...
Episode 139- Ketosis, Semaglutide, Reversing PCOS, and Weight Regain with Temple Stewart, RD
July 11, 2023 07:08 - 1 hour - 111 MBTemple Stewart is a fellow registered dietitian who shares the same teachings I am so passionate about, so it is always fun to have a conversation with her! She specializes in ketogenic nutrition, a large portion of our discussion today. We also covered topics relating to Semaglutide medications, how Temple reversed her PCOS, and fasting for metabolic illness. [3:51]- What led Temple to leave the conventional field of dietetics to teaching and practicing alternative nutrition. [7:02]- ...
Episode 138- Where I am at With ALL The Things and WHY!
July 04, 2023 06:05 - 45 minutes - 82.4 MBSince beginning Fast To Heal Stories Podcast nearly three years ago, a lot of my practices and teachings have changed as new scientific studies emerge. I am still passionate about reversing insulin resistance, metabolic health, and weight management, but I also wanted to share what I implement in my personal life on a daily basis to keep my body metabolically flexible and live my life disease free! In this episode I share how I prioritize my nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, and relation...
Episode 137- Targeted Supplements for Metabolic Health with Cynthia Thurlow, NP
June 27, 2023 06:09 - 59 minutes - 108 MBI am so excited to have Cynthia Thurlow back on the podcast! Cynthia is a nurse practitioner, author of Intermittent Fasting Transformation, two time TEDx speaker, and the host of Everyday Wellness Podcast. In our discussion we tackled the evolving world of supplementation for metabolic dysregulation. Cynthia shared her knowledge on creatine and myo-inositol, two supplements she has created to offer to men and women wanting to support a healthy lifestyle and metabolic wellness. [3:40]- Cy...