Chronic Inflammation: A Dietitian’s Guide to Healing & Nourishing Your Body

What if your fatigue, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, joint pain, or hormone symptoms all traced back to one underlying issue? Chronic inflammation is one of the most common root causes behind many of the health struggles women face—especially during perimenopause and menopause—but it’s also one of the most modifiable through nutrition and lifestyle.In this solo episode, Brigid breaks down the five biggest drivers of chronic inflammation, explains why hormones and inflammation are so deeply connected, and shares the science-backed nutrition strategies she’s used to help thousands of women improve their health through food as medicine and functional nutrition.What You’ll Learn In This Episode:Why chronic inflammation is a root cause of many chronic diseases and symptomsThe surprising connection between hormones and inflammation during perimenopause and menopauseHow blood sugar imbalance and insulin resistance fuel inflammationFoods and nutrients that naturally support an anti-inflammatory lifestyleCommon nutrition myths circulating online—and how to separate fact from fictionWhy nutrition and lifestyle should be the foundation before relying solely on medicationsHow functional nutrition can support root cause healing and long-term wellnessTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Functional Nutrition and Inflammation02:49 The Interconnection of Hormones and Inflammation06:00 The Evolution of Nutrition Philosophy09:06 Key Drivers of Chronic Inflammation11:55 Understanding Gut Health and Inflammation15:09 The Role of Leaky Gut in Chronic Inflammation18:01 Nutrition and Lifestyle Interventions20:46 Navigating Nutrition Advice in the Digital Age24:01 Supplements for Combating Inflammation27:11 Foods That Fight Inflammation29:58 Empowerment Through Nutrition and Lifestyle ChangesIf you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, gut health concerns, autoimmune symptoms, or simply want to age well and feel your best, this episode is for you.Resources & Links:+ Watch the full episode on YouTube+ Join The Being Collective+ Brigid’s Website+ Brigid’s Instagram