An Amber a Day: The Functional PCOS Podcast

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this podcast, Amber continues her series on the priority pyramid by discussing the implications of poor gut health on fertility.  There are many ways the gut can manipulate hormone balance, even if a person doesn't have conscious gut symptoms.  She discusses hidden signs of gut imbalances, how these imbalances change hormonal bal...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode of An Amber a Day, Amber updates us on her health and recent hysterectomy experience and then discusses some thoughts about life after IVF.  For many women, the time after a successful IVF pregnancy can be lonely as they feel "kicked out" of their support group.  Because of this need for support, Amber has creat...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber continues her series on the Priority Pyramid by discussing adrenal health. You'll learn simple signs your adrenals may be out of whack and how to tie that into your overall health. You'll also learn tips and advice for how to address adrenal issues. Amber discusses adrenal issues when cortisol is high, lo...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode of An Amber a Day, Amber discusses what she has coined the "priority pyramid", a set of issues the body focuses on.  You'll learn about what the body prioritizes over and above hormonal health and why having a hormonal imbalance isn't the root of the problem.  You'll learn what the 2 other most co...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! On this episode, Amber discusses some of her personal fertility experience, from her PCOS diagnosis as a young women, to Clomid, Femara, and finally IVF.  She goes into more depth about what the IVF experience is like for someone with PCOS, what you might expect from the experience if you're going through it and how she feels nutrit...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! It's been over a year since the last podcast and a LOT has happened.  Amber updates us on her life and experiences.  She details her experiences with IVF treatment and pregnancy, nutrition during stressful times, giving birth to a preemie, exclusive pumping and breastfeeding, and losing the baby weight.  This is a personal podcast w...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber interviews one of her clients, Laura Roe, an ultrasound technician who was diagnosed with Eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE) an autoimmune condition that affects the esophagus and includes acid reflux and GERD.  On multiple medications, Laura was referred to Amber for nutrition to address the root cause of her symptoms...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode Amber discusses functional nutrition approaches to a PCOS diet, keto vs. nutrient density, insulin resistance and hypoglycemia, and the emotional and financial struggles of PCOS.  If you are living with PCOS and would like help with a nutrition approach, Amber specializes in this condition and would love to help you.  Fin...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber discusses product safety with Jennifer Torres of Beautycounter.  They discuss toxins in the environment, reducing exposure to hormone disrupting chemicals, and the epidemics of fertility issues in the developed world. If you would like more information on Beautycounter products or to order, shop here. Follow Jenn o...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode Amber discusses the major problems with weight maintenance and yo yo dieting.  She gives her opinions on why these fluctuations occur as well as advice for how to prevent it.  With many clients successfully maintaining their weight loss long term, Amber knows what it takes to make sure the weight stays off for good.  If y...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! We had so much fun during our interview that I had to split it into two parts!  This is part two with Nancy Flater of Nancy Flater Fitness.  We discuss genetic predispositions within families and how to break the cycle of disease.  We also talk about some of the many benefits of strength training including increasing energy and adrenal f...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this podcast I interview Nancy Flater of Nancy Flater Fitness, my actual personal trainer and the one I refer clients to.  Nancy has worked in fitness since the 80's and has seen it all- from Jazzercise to Zumba to Strength training, Nancy discusses them all and why her current approach is the best yet. We discuss how strength tr...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode Amber discusses new year's resolutions and goals and talks about some of the pitfalls (like crash dieting) and ways to do it right.  Amber discusses how to plan to make your new year's resolution last long past January. To submit nutrition questions for the podcast email anamberadaypodcast@gmail.com Interested i...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber chats with Esmeralda Cardenas of Pillars of Life Counseling.  Esmeralda is an expert in postpartum depression and other women's health issues surrounding new motherhood.  They discuss the needs and concerns of new mothers, as well as nutrition advice for pre and post-natal women.  They also go in depth on post...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber discusses the many ways a nutritionist determines the right diet approach for a person and how you can do the same.  She looks at key components of the health history, discusses the importance of food sensitivities, and talks about issues with consistency, motivation, and more.  To send questions for future podcast...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this episode, Amber interviews Gabi Rivera of Apollo Eleven Nutrition in San Antonio all about eating out at restaurants.  Amber and Gabi discuss what they love to eat when at restaurants, some of their favorite local places, and their best tips for navigating restaurant menus.  Eating out doesn't have to be unhealthy and can be...

Text with your questions & comments for future episodes! In this podcast Amber introduces herself and her work as a functional nutritionist.  She discusses some of the common questions about what functional nutrition is and what it can do, along with what to expect from upcoming podcasts including future guest interviews. Have questions for the podcast? Email anamberadaypodcast@gmail.com Inter...