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The Functional Fueling® Podcast

The Functional Fueling® Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join us 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.Inquire to work with Lauren’s practice at www.functionalfueling.com. Follow her on Instagram at @functional.fueling.

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Episode 87: Understanding and Navigating Secondary...

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2024/11/13

Understanding and Navigating Secondary Infertility with Functional Medicine with Dr. Kalea WattlesSecondary 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 helping thousands of women overcome secondary infertility. Whether you are experiencing secondary

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26:58

Episode 86: [The LOdown] The Role of Bile and the...

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2024/11/06

[The LOdown] The Role of Bile and the Gallbladder in Hashimotos and HypothyroidismBile 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 dominance after a cholecystectomy or gallbladder removal surgery and how thyroid hormones also play a role in

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45:55

Episode 85: [The LOdown] My Labor & Post Birth...

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2024/10/30

[The LOdown] My Labor & Post Birth Nutrition PlanIn 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 fourth trimester, tune in to learn more! A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 the fuel

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35:56

Episode 84: Can Stem Cell Therapy Help with...

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2024/10/16

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 therapy. We discuss the potential benefits, how stem cell therapy works, and complimentary treatments that

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26:45

Episode 83: [The LOdown] How Mold Disrupts...

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2024/10/09

[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 mold or heavy metals as a root cause. I knew they mattered and what to do if they were ever an issue but

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Episode 82: [The LOdown] Long COVID and EBV's Role in...

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2024/10/02

[The LOdown] Long COVID and EBV's Role in Thyroid & Period ProblemsInfections 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) in the thyroid cells of 80% of people with Hashimoto’s and 62.5 percent of people with Graves’

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Episode 81: Micro-immunotherapy: A Novel Treatment...

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2024/09/18

Micro-immunotherapy: A Novel Treatment for Hashimoto's and AutoimmunityMicro-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 Sohmen with the makers of Micro-immunotherapy to tell us about how this treatment approach works for

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Episode 80: [AMA]: Thyroid Healing, Colostrum vs....

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2024/09/11

[The LOdown] Ask me Anything: Thyroid Healing, Colostrum vs. Collagen, Amenorrhea, Workout Fueling & MoreWelcome 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 know if you need specific supplements, amenorrhea and fueling strategies around workouts and more. Tune in

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23:52

Episode 79: [The LOdown] Bacterial Vaginosis, Yeast...

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2024/09/04

[The LOdown] Bacterial Vaginosis, Yeast Infections and the Vaginal Microbiome to Hormone ConnectionVaginal 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 about natural ways to positively influence the vaginal microbiome through food and supplemental strategies

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49:48

Episode 78: Vagus Nerve Solution to Inflammation with...

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2024/08/24

The Vagus Nerve Solution to Inflammation with Dr. HabibThe vagus nerve is a key piece to regulating inflammation levels in the body. In this episode I talk with Dr. Habib, a vagus nerve expert and author of the book, Activate Your Vagus Nerve: Unleash Your Body's Natural Ability to Heal. We discuss the role of the vagus nerve in regulating hormone signaling, the immune system and inflammatory response in the body, motility in our gut (how quickly food passes through your GI tract) and more. Tune in

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49:48

Episode 78: The Vagus Nerve Solution to Inflammation...

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2024/08/21

The Vagus Nerve Solution to Inflammation with Dr. Habib The vagus nerve is a key piece to regulating inflammation levels in the body. In this episode I talk with Dr. Habib, a vagus nerve expert and author of the book, Activate Your Vagus Nerve: Unleash Your Body's Natural Ability to Heal. We discuss the role of the vagus nerve in regulating hormone signaling, the immune system and inflammatory response in the body, motility in our gut (how quickly food passes through your GI tract) and more. Tune in

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Episode 77: [The LOdown] My Second Trimester...

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2024/08/14

[The LOdown] My Second Trimester Pregnancy UpdateI can't believe the second trimester is already nearly behind me. In a few days I enter the third trimester and before I do I wanted to update you on everything I've been up to these past few months. I'm sharing details on the advanced labs I ran on myself and why, changes in my supplements and nutrition, practices I'm doing to prepare my physical body for labor and my future plans for Functional Fueling. Tune in to learn more! A few things we chat

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Episode 76: [The LOdown] Minerals for Hypothyroidism

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2024/08/09

[The LOdown] Minerals for HypothyroidismMinerals are the keys to unlocking better hormone production, conversion and utilization in the body. The thyroid gland is a particularly mineral dependent gland. It uses the mineral iodine to make thyroid hormones. Plus utilizes other complementary minerals to help with conversion and activation of these hormones as well as in regulating the oxidative stress that occurs during thyroid hormone production. Tune into this episode to learn about the role of

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Episode 75: Exploring Endometriosis, Its Drivers and...

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2024/07/31

Exploring Endometriosis, Its Drivers and Natural Treatment OptionsEndometriosis is a common women's health condition, affecting roughly 11% of women ages 15 - 44. Unfortunately treatment options are limited and the time it takes to receive diagnosis is extensive which means many women suffer for several years before seeking relief. In this episode I interview endometriosis expert, Dr. Alexis Gonzales to discuss endometriosis, its drivers and the natural treatment options available. We discuss how

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Episode 74: How to Use Light Exposure For Optimizing...

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2024/07/24

How to Use Light Exposure For Optimizing Your Cycles, Blood Sugar & Thyroid ControlLight exposure has a profound impact on our circadian rhythm control. That's because when our pineal gland (behind our eye) senses bright light or blue light, this regulates melatonin and cortisol production. In this episode I interview my dear friend and colleague, Sarah Marlette to tell us about how circadian rhythm influences hormone regulation. We discuss what the research says on circadian disruption and

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Episode 73: [The LOdown] Mitochondria What? Their...

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2024/07/17

[The LOdown] Mitochondria What? Their Connection to the Thyroid, Fertility & MoreYou've likely heard the word mitochondria before and maybe wondered what are those things and why do people say they are so important? The truth is they really are that important, especially as it relates to the thyroid, fertility and autoimmunity. In this podcast episode I uncover everything you must know about mitochondrial health, its connection to our endocrine and immune system and ways to support it. We chat

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Episode 72: Diastasis Recti, Strength Training and...

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2024/07/10

Diastasis Recti, Strength Training and Safe Movement for PregnancyWorking out during pregnancy can be so overwhelming. The modifications you have to make and the constant fear around what is safe and what's not. That's why I brought on an expert Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Dr. Mae Hughes to simplify this subject and answer all your (and my) questions around safe movement during pregnancy. A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What is Diastasis Recti and is it normal or

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Episode 71: [The LOdown] Why Blood Sugar and A1C...

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2024/07/03

[The LOdown] Why Blood Sugar and A1C increase in MenopauseWent through menopause and noticed your annual labs started to look different? It's not in your head! As hormones change so does metabolism, particularly, glucose metabolism. That's all due to the drop in estrogen and progesterone that influence thyroid hormones and insulin sensitivity. Add to that a gradual decline in lean muscle tissue each year that leads to a decrease in insulin sensitivity. It is possible to achieve an optimal fasting

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Episode 70: Your Guide to Sauna and The Healing...

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2024/06/26

Your Guide to Sauna and The Healing Benefits of Heat ExposureSauna or heat exposure have long been one of my favorite tools for so many reasons. Not only are there amazing benefits to detoxification, mitochondrial and cardiovascular health but also to inflammation. Research shows that regular sauna use that mimix the heart benefits of moderate aerobic exercise with just 25 minutes of use per day. It has also been shown to lower the blood marker for assessing inflammation, c reactive protein or CRP

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Episode 69: [The LOdown] Glutathione, Your Thyroid &...

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2024/06/19

[The LOdown] Glutathione, Your Thyroid & Autoimmunity Deep DiveGlutathione is one of the key nutrients for both thyroid health and autoimmunity. In this podcast episode I explain why this is and all the amazing things glutathione does for our thyroid, our liver, inflammation and immune system. We talk about all the link between glutathione and these health conditions, what causes glutathione depletion and how to replenish glutathione levels with dietary and supplemental strategies. We also

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