Empowered Nutrition

In this episode, dietitian Gayatri discusses the importance of addressing root causes for optimal health. A little bit about Gayatri: Gayatri Saldivar, MS, RDN, CLT, IFNCP is an expert in the art and science of lab-based protocol design to help clients achieve whole-body wellness. Integrating the Kalish method and the science of nutritional genomics into her work, she named her practice 23 Nutriti...

  Hey there, welcome back to the Empowered Nutrition Podcast. I'm Erin Skinner, your host, and I'm excited to take you on a journey into the incredible world of Berberine in this episode. Together, we'll discover the superpowers of this natural plant compound and its profound impact on our digestive, metabolic, and hormonal health. Berberine: The Unsung Hero Imagine Berberine as the unsung hero of...

Introduction Welcome to the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, where we discuss important health and nutrition topics to empower our listeners with knowledge and actionable insights. In this episode, we dive deep into the significance of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA, during pregnancy and beyond. Our guest today is Kristina Harris Jackson  PhD, RDN , an expert in omega-3 research and the co-foun...

In our upcoming episode of the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, we have a special guest joining us to dive deep into the fascinating world of the gut-brain connection and how it relates to anxiety relief. This is a topic that has been gaining significant attention in the world of nutrition and holistic wellness. Our guest, Kari, known as the Gut-Brain RD, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to...

In our latest Quickie Episode, we delve into the complex world of dairy. The question "Is dairy good for you?" has sparked debates for years, leaving many of us unsure about whether to embrace it or avoid it entirely. Listen here as we embark on a journey through the current research landscape, exploring the potential benefits and concerns associated with dairy consumption. From the intriguing con...

Welcome to another episode of the Empower Nutrition Podcast! I'm your host, Erin Skinner, and I'm so excited to delve into today's topic with you: gut health 101.  It's not just about avoiding bloating or discomfort – a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please take a moment to leave us a positive review. It really helps us spread the word to thos...

Welcome to another episode of the Empowered Nutrition podcast! We are so thrilled to have you here. As we bask in the warmth of summer, we're bringing you a series of quick and casual episodes to match those chill summer vibes. So, if you're listening to this as it comes out, get ready for a dose of valuable knowledge while you soak up the sun! Before we dive into today's  topic, I want to take a...

Welcome back to the Empowered Nutrition podcast! In this episode, Dr. Pal Manickam welcomes Erin Skinner, a registered dietitian, for an enlightening discussion on the significance of circadian rhythm, nutrition, and gut health in maintaining metabolic and digestive well-being. Together, they explore the benefits of fasting, aligning eating patterns with daylight hours, the importance of fiber for...

Welcome to the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, where we explore the latest breakthroughs in health and wellness. In today's episode, we dive into the importance of Omega-3 fats and their impact on overall health and well-being. Our special guest, Dr. Bill Harris, sheds light on the significance of Omega-3 in lowering triglyceride levels, improving cardiovascular health, and more. Bill Harris has a Ph...

Adrenal fatigue is not a real medical diagnosis. However, the phenomenon is alluding to an imbalance in terms of the levels of your adrenal hormones, related to the signaling between your brain, adrenal glands, thyroid, and gut. Adrenal hormones include cortisol, aldosterone, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. There are actual medical diseases that involve very abnormal levels of adrenal hormones such...

   In this episode of the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, we dive into the topic of Sucralose, a non-caloric sweetener commonly known as Splenda. Join me as I discuss a recent article published in the Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, shedding light on the potential dangers associated with Sucralose. 🔸 Claim 1: Stability and Digestion Sucralose was believed to pass through the gut undi...

Curious about genetic testing and how beneficial it can be for your health? No…we're not talking about the ancestry testing that told you that you are 99.9% likely to prefer vanilla ice cream over chocolate. On this week's podcast, I have the pleasure of talking about nutrigenetics with Dr. Yael Joffe, the founder of 3x4 genetics! Think of your genetics as a blueprint that gives you an idea of who...

This week's podcast episode features Dr. Barrie Tan – a world renowned expert in the chemical and biochemical world, known for his discovery of the most potent form of Vitamin E, tocotrienol! A little background on Vitamin E: Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin (absorbed with dietary fats and stored in fatty tissue and the liver) and is made up of 8 related molecules, collectively grouped together...

Ready or not, Artificial Intelligence is taking over our world and the way we receive information. AI chatbots such as Chat GPT allows you to have human-like conversations and can answer questions to assist you with  tasks, custom workout plans, etc…you name it! On today's podcast episode, I tested Chat GPT's responses to basic nutrition questions to determine how reliable the responses are in com...

Unless you've been living off-grid for the last few months, chances are you've heard of Ozempic (or semaglutide)– the newest FDA approved miracle injection for weight loss. Social media has ignited feeds across the world with weight loss transformation posts from semaglutide injections- and 812 million views on TikTok to be exact. Tailored to diabetes, this drug works by stimulating insulin secret...

What's a wellness hack that no one talks about? Wearing a CGM! A CGM is the common abbreviation for a continuous glucose monitor – a wearable device that uses real-time data to help you understand and manage your blood sugar spikes from food after meals. Typically, most CGM devices are worn on the upper arm or abdomen for 7-10 days and provide continuous glucose readings every 5 minutes to a Bluet...

Could a functional hormone panel explain your fatigue and resistance to weight loss? The answer is yes, but it's really difficult to find a solution to hormonal imbalances through conventional testing. Here's why: Hormonal imbalances can cause a multitude of symptoms such as weight loss resistance, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and common menstrual cycle symptoms like mood swings, breast tendernes...

IBS Case Study Ever wonder how a functional dietitian could help heal gut dysfunction? The microbiome is considered the powerhouse of our health, and when there is an imbalance of good commensal bacteria, your digestive health is likely to be compromised. Interestingly, Most of our GI-focused clients come to us as a last-ditch effort to find relief from chronic intestinal symptoms that may have be...

How to Break the Diet Cycle with a Low-Carb, Real-Food Approach with Dr. Lucy Burns Are you tired of diet after diet? Are you constantly gaining weight then losing weight, just to gain it all back again? If you are just as fed up as we are, then you are in for a treat ;) Today, we are joined with Dr. Lucy Burns all the way from Australia! We are taking all of your low-carb myths and mysteries and...

Whether you're sober curious, want to cut back, or just want to get some more information on the impacts of alcohol, you've come to the right place. This is our first time on the podcast taking a closer look at the health implications of alcohol to determine if it is something that can be used in 'moderation' or could be scaled down completely. This week, we are joined with This Naked Mind senior...

We understand that childhood obesity isn't something that can be solved (or even explained) in one hour, but we scratch the surface with fellow registered dietitian, Deirdre Pizzoferrato, about what are some possibilities for the root causes and what are some of the preventative measures we can take to help shift the numbers in a positive direction. Today, we unpack: What are some of the root caus...

Feel that you are constantly struggling with energy throughout your cycle? Not sure what to eat or when to use your hormones to push your workout to the next level? We are once again joined by Dr. Addie Holzmann for her second podcast episode with us to talk about all things related to training and nutrition throughout your hormone cycle! This episode will help you understand why your workouts flu...

Stressed about the upcoming holiday season? Don't worry! We talked with personal trainer, nutritionist, best-selling author, and podcast host, Brian Keane, on how to change your mindset in our most recent podcast episode! Brian has such a relatable attitude when it comes to reaching your health and wellness goals, it really is a must listen ! During our conversation, we discuss: The root of your w...

Do you often wonder what is keeping you from seeing your health results? We know that it can be discouraging to be on the go all the time and struggling to put yourself and your health as a priority. That's why we called on multi-faceted Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer to talk with us about the root of functional medicine, nutrition, and metabolism and help sort out why yours might be saying 'no' when you wan...

Are you interested in getting into your own fermenting? Or have you heard of the great health benefits of eating fermented foods? If you're here, you probably already have some idea, but we called on Fermentation Educator, Holly Howe, to talk about the benefits and quick tips on all things fermentation! Trust us, you don't want to miss it. During our conversation, we get into: How does someone sta...