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The Functional Fueling Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods.
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Your Guide to Understanding Long COVID, MCAS & Dysautonomia w/ Lily Spechler In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What’s really happening in the body with long COVID The connection between dysautonomia, POTS & long COVID Why histamine & mast cells may be an overlooked piece of the puzzle How previous viral infections like EBV may play a role Why long COVID can completely change your energy & metabolic needs The biggest nutrition mistake seen in long COVID recovery Why doing more isn’t always better when it comes to exercise & healing The conversation around spike detox protocol Why the order of operations matters so much in recovery Important show links Learn more about Lily on Instagram @longcoviddietitian Apply to for our 1:1 coaching program and get customized support from our team Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
[The LOdown] The Overlooked Environmental Factors Affecting Thyroid Health A few things we chat about in this episode Why your thyroid may be especially sensitive to your environment The everyday exposures that could be quietly influencing thyroid function The connection between environmental exposures & oxidative stress Which exposures I actually pays attention to in my own life Simple ways to lower your exposure without living in fear of everything around you Why jumping straight into “detox” may not always be the best first step Which commonly feared ingredients may not deserve nearly as much attention Important show links Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Take The Energy Leak quiz Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app
Could Poor Oxygen Delivery Be Draining Your Energy? In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What hypoxia actually means & why oxygen matters for energy production Why normal blood oxygen doesn’t always tell the full story The connection between oxygen, mitochondria & fatigue How breathing, hydration & movement may support oxygen delivery Where iron fits into the oxygenation picture What may impact oxygen availability at the tissue level Emerging strategies being explored to support oxygenation Important show links INJECT Oxygen into your LIFE with Patriox Liquid Oxygen Water Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Take The Energy Leak quiz Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
[The LOdown] Period Recovery While Breastfeeding: The When, How & More Details In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What’s actually keeping your cycle away while breastfeeding Why nursing frequency may matter more than prolactin How much energy breastfeeding really costs your body The hormonal dominoes required to start ovulating again Why getting your period back doesn’t always mean ovulation is back The postpartum exercise + weight-loss mistakes that can prolong amenorrhea Why every woman’s timeline for cycle return looks different Important show links Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Take The Energy Leak quiz Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
How to Fix Chronic Pelvic Pain with Dr. Christina Enzmann A few things we chat about in this episode Why chronic pelvic pain is rarely coming from just one place The overlooked gut & vaginal microbiome connection Why pelvic floor tension can be mistaken for weakness How histamine & estrogen may influence symptoms The difference between endometriosis, adenomyosis, and other pelvic pain patterns What everyday hygiene habits may be disrupting vaginal health Where functional medicine looks when conventional answers fall short Important show links Follow Dr. Enzmann and learn more about her practice Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Take The Energy Leak quiz Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
[The LOdown] What Late Ovulation is Really Telling You In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: Why late ovulation happens What high AMH actually means The thyroid's role in ovulation The hidden drivers of poor follicle maturation How to interpret your cycle tracking data The Energy Leaks affecting ovulation Important show links Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Take The Energy Leak quiz Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
The Complete Guide to hCG: What Your Levels Really Mean with Dr. Sasha Hakman In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: Take The Energy Leak quiz Shop our Mineral Magic and Hormone Potion formulas Listen to my Energy Leaks podcast episode Learn more about the 6 stages of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
[The LOdown] The Missing Nutrients Behind Hashimoto's In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: The role of nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto's Why women with Hashimoto's have higher nutrient needs The hidden connection between oxidative stress and thyroid health The first labs I look at before recommending supplements for Hashimoto's Important show links Take The Energy Leak quiz Shop our Mineral Magic and Hormone Potion formulas Listen to my Energy Leaks podcast episode Learn more about the 6 stages of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.
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The Functional Fueling Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods.
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