The Functional Fueling® Podcast

[The LOdown] How to Reverse Low Progesterone without HRT If you've been dealing with irregular cycles, PMS that feels like it's getting worse, or you're struggling with fertility, low progesterone might be the missing link. In this episode, we're diving deep into how to recognize the symptoms of low progesterone, what labs to request, and how to naturally support healthy hormone production—without...

Fixing Leaky Gut for Better Hormones: Natural Strategies for Thyroid & PCOS Support with Abby Hueber, RD In this episode of Strength in Hormones, we dive deep into leaky gut syndrome and its widespread effects on hormones and metabolism. Our guest, Abby, a fellow functional medicine registered dietitian, breaks down what leaky gut is, why it matters, and how you can take steps to heal your gut...

[The LOdown] Blood Sugar & Cortisol Response to Different Types of Workouts Ever wonder why some workouts leave you energized while others leave you crashing? In this week’s SIH episode, we’re diving into how different types of exercise—like strength training, HIIT, and aerobic cardio— impact your blood sugar, cortisol levels, and overall recovery. Whether you're working out for body compositi...

100th Episode! Lo vs. Joe: Rapid-Fire This or That – Nutrition, Labs & Workouts! Get ready for a special 100th episode! In this milestone episode, my husband Joe and I go head-to-head in a fun and informative This or That showdown, tackling the biggest debates in training, hormones, nutrition, and labs. 👉 I grill Joe on his workout philosophy for hormone imbalances—heavy weights or light weig...

Cognitive Health & Hormones: How to Naturally Support Your Mind Through Perimenopause w/ Dr. Cat Brown In this episode of Strength in Hormones, we’re diving into the powerful connection between hormones and brain health. We’ll explore the critical role of estrogen in cognitive function—how it supports memory, focus, and neuro-protection, and what happens when levels shift in peri-menopause and...

[The LOdown] Hunger & Satiety Hormones: How Ghrelin and Leptin Control Your Menstrual Cycle and Thyroid In this episode, we’re breaking down ghrelin and leptin—your body’s key hunger and satiety hormones—and how they impact thyroid function, metabolism, and reproductive health. Learn how sleep, stress, fasting, and diet choices can throw these hormones out of balance, leading to reduced thyroi...

Unveiling the Root Causes of Long COVID Fatigue & Autoimmunity w/Dr. Keith Ellis, PhD In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Keith Ellis, a leading Long COVID researcher, to break down the science behind lingering symptoms. We dive into the role of spike protein in Long COVID, its connection to autoimmunity, and why so many experience debilitating fatigue. Dr. Ellis also shares natural solutions...

In this episode I share all about my experience postpartum. The beauty, the challenge and everything in between. I also talk about how I’ve adjusted my daily routine, what’s been most helpful for healing (hello, bone broth and red light therapy!), and the hardest parts of this transition—like  redefining productivity. If you’re in the postpartum phase or preparing for it, tune in for real talk, pr...

 [The LOdown] My Labor & Postpartum Experience In this candid episode, I share the intimate details of my labor and postpartum experience, diving into the challenges I faced along the way. Join me as I discuss the emotional rollercoaster of being overdue and the various natural induction methods I tried, including castor oil, the Foley balloon, membrane sweep, and the Miles Circuit. I recount...

 Your Guide to Indoor Mold Testing with Jason Earle of Got Mold?   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 The prevalence of mold in homes and why it's on the rise Why having a new build doesn't decrease your chances of mold Signs to look for that may indicate mold growth in your home The problems with mold testing and what to know before you hire an inspector or remediation company How...

[The LOdown] The Link Between Oxalates & Inflammation A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What are oxalates and what foods contain them? The role of oxalates in kidney stones, Hashimoto's thyroiditis and chronic inflammation What is oxalate sensitivity and oxalate dumping? How oxalates impact mineral balance Minerals that can help bind up oxalates   Important show links 👇👇👇 Jo...

[The LOdown] PMDD vs. PMS A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What is PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and how does it compare to PMS? The role of progesterone metabolism in PMDD Why "optimal" progesterone levels may not be optimal for women with PMDD Testing for PMDD Common PMS symptoms and why they occur The hormonal and inflammation-related causes of PMS Natural treatment re...

Anti-Aging and Acne Mistakes with Esthetician & Acne Expert Danielle Gronich   A few things we chat about 👇👇👇 The top 3 skincare mistakes people make that are experiencing cystic and fungal acne What is fungal acne and how does it compare to acne vulgaris? The key differences and similarities in products and treatment recommendations between acne vulgaris and fungal acne? The ingredients in...

 [The LOdown] Protein & Lean Muscle Building A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 How protein supports lean muscle building Determining how much protein to eat, how to time it and how carbohydrate intake influences this number Why you should focus less on total daily protein intake and more on sources and amount per meal How soon after exercise you should consume protein The benef...

 [The LOdown] AMA: Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, Appetite and Hunger Hormones, and Inflammation   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Supporting healthy progesterone while trying to conceive How to stimulate appetite and support digestion with REDS (relative energy deficiency in sport) or low energy availability  Blood markers for Insulin Resistance How to know if you're eating too health...

Holiday Survival Tips with Ro In this episode I chat with my right hand gal, Romana Brennan. Romana is our other functional medicine registered dietitian here at Functional Fueling. In this episode we provide our best holiday survival tips, sharing with you how we navigate the holiday season, and what to do and what not to do to make this your healthiest year yet. You can find all of the practical...

Understanding and Navigating Secondary Infertility with Functional Medicine with Dr. Kalea Wattles Secondary infertility is when mothers experience difficulties conceiving or carrying their second baby to term. In this episode I interview naturopathic doctor and fertility expert, Dr. Kalea Wattles of Functional Fertility to share why secondary infertility occurs and how functional medicine is help...

[The LOdown] The Role of Bile and the Gallbladder in Hashimotos and Hypothyroidism Bile is a digestive fluid that plays a profound role in thyroid health. Bile is made and released from the liver but stored in the gallbladder. In this episode we explore the connection between both the gallbladder and bile with the thyroid. I share about why many women are prone to hypothyroidism and estrogen domin...

[The LOdown] My Labor & Post Birth Nutrition Plan In this episode I share the exact foods, hydration solutions and herbs I put together for both labor and the first forty days after birth. I explain the rationale behind these and the exact meals and snacks I made. If you're currently pregnant, trying to conceive or even just curious about what the nutritional needs are during labor and in the...

Can Stem Cell Therapy Help with Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism? Stem cell therapy is becoming a more common regenerative medicine treatment. It targets promoting repair and healing of damaged or diseased cells and tissues to restore normal function. In this week's podcast episode I interview Dr. Jeff Gross, an esteemed neurosurgeon and the founder of Recellebrate to tell us all about stem cell the...

[The LOdown] How Mold Disrupts Reproductive & Thyroid Hormones In my functional medicine training I spent time learning about mold and environmental toxins and their impact on the endocrine system. I even did additional training in this subject because I found it truly fascinating. At that point I had already been working in the space of hormones for several years but was never *looking* for m...

[The LOdown] Long COVID and EBV's Role in Thyroid & Period Problems Infections like COVID and EBV play an important role in sex and thyroid hormones. COVID has been shown to affect female reproductive health, causing dysmenorrhea or irregular menstrual cycles, and premenstrual symptoms. EBV has strong ties to its role in thyroid imbalances. A 2015 Polish study found the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV...

Micro-immunotherapy: A Novel Treatment for Hashimoto's and Autoimmunity Micro-immunotherapy is a novel treatment approach that has taken popularity throughout functional medicine in Europe. You may be familiar with the more common treatment, immunotherapy. We define how they differ and why their differences is a key piece to the safety of micro-immunotherapy. In this episode I interview Christian...

[The LOdown] Ask me Anything: Thyroid Healing, Colostrum vs. Collagen, Amenorrhea, Workout Fueling & More Welcome to our first ask me anything episode! I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to answer some of the most asked questions you guys have asked this month over on Instagram. In this episode we chat about how to heal your thyroid when thyroid medicine isn't cutting it, how to kno...

[The LOdown] Bacterial Vaginosis, Yeast Infections and the Vaginal Microbiome to Hormone Connection  Vaginal infections like Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and Yeast Infections afflict women at every age. In this episode we discuss the interplay between these infections and hormones. We discuss why these infections are more common during pregnancy, oral contraceptive use and menopause. We also chat abou...