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[The LOdown] Low White Blood Cells: Immune Exhaustion & Their Connection to Hormones   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss:  What low white blood cell counts may reveal about immune health Understanding the different types of white blood cells & their roles The connection between chronic viral infections & immune function How acute versus chronic stress can influence white blood cell patterns The relationship between thyroid hormones & immune regulation How estrogen, progesterone & testosterone influence immune activity Why immune health & hormonal imbalances often overlap What to investigate when white blood cell counts are consistently low Important show links: Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Watch my T3 Lab work up clip  Learn about what causes low cortisol in this clip Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!   ⚠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 Support Your Child's Health Through Their Gut Microbiome w/ Stephanie Culler   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss:  • What shapes your baby’s microbiome from day one • The type of probiotic that matters for long-term gut and immune health of your baby  • The role of breast milk, colostrum & human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) • What we know about supporting the microbiome in formula-fed and C-section babies • The impact of antibiotics during early development • How to support a healthy microbiome as your baby grows • When probiotics, HMOs and microbiome testing may be worth considering Important show links Learn more about gut health for babies and Dr. Stephanie Culler at Persephone.Bio  Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!   ⚠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.

Leptin: How It Impacts Fertility, Metabolism & Inflammation In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: Why leptin is about much more than hunger & fullness The connection between leptin, thyroid function, & metabolism How leptin influences ovulation, menstrual cycles, & reproductive hormones Low leptin vs. leptin resistance and how they can look surprisingly similar The relationship between leptin, blood sugar, and insulin How leptin plays an important role in immune regulation and inflammation Signs your leptin levels may be worth investigating   Important show links Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Listen to episode on Ghrelin and Leptin Watch this short clip on low cortisol Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app    Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!        ⚠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.

Do Adaptogens Actually Help Cortisol? The Science of Functional Mushrooms with Olivia Richards In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What are functional mushrooms & how are they different from other mushrooms How functional mushrooms can support the HPA axis & stress response Which mushrooms may support sleep, energy, focus, & immune health Ideal timing and supplementation method of functional mushrooms Realistic results timelines   Important show links Learn more about Superoom and Olivia Richards  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.

Case Study: Healing Exercise Intolerance, Cycle Symptoms and Recovering Thyroid Function   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: When exercise intolerance & chronic fatigue can signal something deeper The connection between immune dysregulation, viral burden, histamine & thyroid function Timing for gut, detox & antimicrobial work The involvement of estrogen with ovulation symptoms The layers we worked through to help her return to exercise & better tolerate stressors Important show links Pre-order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Review our Case Study Blogs  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.

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 Microclots Long Covid Episode Long COVID & Period Problems Episode   ⚠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 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.

[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.

Pain, Swelling & Exercise Intolerance? This Lymphatic Tool May Help | Rush Simonson A few things we chat about in this episode  Why not all vibration plates are created equal The hidden risks of most vibration plates and how it compares to micro-vibration plates The connection between mechanical stimulation and bone density How vibration may improve pain, soreness, and exercise recovery Who may benefit most from low-magnitude vibration & who should use caution   Important show links Learn more about the benefits of Juvent plates at www.juvent.com Read blog post by Ro Immune and Lymphatic Systems: The Missing Link in Chronic Inflammation and Thyroid Autoimmunity 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.

What 10 Years of Helping Active Women Taught Me About Why So Many Stay Stuck with Thyroid Symptoms     A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why so many active women stay stuck despite doing everything right The hidden energy leaks I see behind persistent thyroid symptoms Why normal thyroid labs don’t always explain how you feel The limitations of thyroid hormone medication The underfueling patterns keeping many active women from healing Why your weight may be a symptom, not the root cause of your hormone imbalances The overlooked immune connection behind thyroid dysfunction Why restoring hormone utilization matters more than chasing hormone levels Why you don’t need to quit exercising to heal your thyroid, but do need to rethink the structure of it   Important show links 👇👇👇 Book a Clarity Session - 7/3 - 7/17 only Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app