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The Strength in Hormones Podcast

The Strength in Hormones 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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All Episodes

15:28

Episode 134: AMA: Low Luteal BBT, Mold Exposure,...

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2026/02/18

AMA: Low Luteal BBT, Mold Exposure, Thyroid Antibodies & Thyroid Inflammation—What It All Really MeansIn this AMA episode, I answer some of your frequently asked questions you submitted over on Instagram. We discuss the causes of low luteal phase basal body temperatures (BBT), progesterone dysfunction, mold-related inflammation, thyroid antibodies, and thyroid swelling. A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What low luteal phase BBT can signal about ovulation and progesterone How

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40:27

Episode 133: Fertility Over 35: The Prenatal...

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2026/02/11

Fertility Over 35: The Prenatal Supplement Roadmap for Women + Men with WeNatal Co-FounderTrying to conceive after 35 requires more than just “taking a prenatal.” In this episode, we break down how to choose the right prenatal supplement for both women and men, and why fertility optimization starts months before conception. We discuss why the number of capsules per serving actually matters, how iron and calcium should be dosed and timed, and how modern food systems contribute to widespread nutrient

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20:38

Episode 132: [The LODown] Overtraining Syndrome: When...

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2026/02/04

Overtraining Syndrome: When Your Body Stops Adapting and Starts Protecting ItselfOvertraining Syndrome isn’t just about doing too much—it’s what happens when your body stops adapting to exercise and shifts into a protective, survival state. In this episode, we break down what overtraining syndrome actually is, why it affects both recreational exercisers and competitive athletes, and how it’s often driven by inadequate recovery and fueling rather than training volume alone. We explore early warning

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33:14

Episode 131: [The LODown] How to Support Androgens:...

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2026/01/28

How to Support Androgens: Navigating Both Low and High Testosterone and DHEA-S in WomenIn this episode, we explore how to support androgens in women by understanding both low and high testosterone and DHEA-S, and what these patterns reveal about thyroid function, insulin signaling, adrenal health, inflammation, and stress. Androgens are essential for female energy, mood, muscle tone, libido, and fertility, and when they are either too low or too high, they signal deeper metabolic and immune

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49:56

Episode 130: Chinese Medicine for Kiddos w/ Dr. David...

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2026/01/21

Chinese Medicine for Kiddos w/ Dr. David AllenIn this episode of Strength in Hormones, we explore how Chinese Medicine approaches children’s health differently than Western medicine and why understanding these differences can transform the way you support your child’s digestion, sleep, emotions, and immune system. Chinese Medicine views children as physiologically and energetically developing, with immature digestive systems, sensitive nervous systems, and rapidly evolving emotional regulation,

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30:44

Episode 129: [The LODown] How Inflammation & The...

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2026/01/14

How Inflammation & The Immune System Pushes You Into Low T3 and High Reverse T3Low T3 is one of the most misunderstood thyroid patterns, and it’s rarely a problem that starts in the thyroid itself. In this episode, we explore how the immune system, inflammation, and metabolic stress drive changes in T3 and reverse T3, often long before the thyroid gland becomes the primary issue. You’ll learn what T3 actually controls in the body, why normal TSH and T4 levels do not guarantee healthy thyroid

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48:25

Episode 128: Micronutrients, Probiotics & Prenatals...

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2026/01/07

Micronutrients, Probiotics & Prenatals for Fertility & Pregnancyw/ Ayla Barmer, Fullwell Fertility In this episode, I sit down with Ayla Barmer, registered dietitian and founder of FullWell Fertility, to break down what the research actually says about micronutrients, probiotics, and prenatals for fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health. Despite the growing prenatal market, many supplements still miss the mark when it comes to evidence-based dosing, bioavailable nutrient forms, and

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21:51

Episode127: [The LOdown] Low T3 With Normal TSH: How...

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2025/12/31

Low T3 With Normal TSH: How Energy Availability Impacts Thyroid FunctionIf your TSH looks “normal” but you still feel exhausted, with irregular cycles and slowed metabolism, this episode will help you understand what standard testing often misses. In this episode, we break down energy availability—the balance between the energy you take in and the energy your body expends—and why it is one of the most overlooked drivers of thyroid dysfunction, particularly low T3, the active thyroid hormone that

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34:22

Episode 126: [The LODown] Is Your Low Progesterone...

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2025/12/17

[The LODown] Is Your Low Progesterone Actually a Thyroid Issue?Low progesterone is one of the most common hormone concerns I see—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we unpack why low progesterone is rarely a true progesterone deficiency and is far more often a downstream signal of poor ovulation quality driven by low T3, metabolic stress, or thyroid autoimmunity. You’ll learn why progesterone is best understood as a marker of ovulation strength—not something the body

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50:51

Episode 125: Liver & Kidney Stagnation: The...

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2025/12/03

Liver & Kidney Stagnation: The Connection to Stress, Fertility, Sleep & More with Dr. David AllenStruggling with 1–3am wakeups, stress sensitivity, or chronic fatigue? This episode uncovers how liver and kidney stagnation quietly disrupt stress resiliency, fertility, sleep and more. Learn the signs of stagnation, why stress tolerance drops over time, how chronic stress drains fertility and thyroid function, why detox protocols backfire when you’re depleted, and the breath-and-pause

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54:52

Episode 124: Your Guide to a Hormone Healthy...

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2025/11/19

Your Guide to a Hormone Healthy ThanksgivingIn 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 strategies we discuss in this episode in this year's Holiday Guide here. A few things

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34:40

Episode 123: Your Guide to Correcting Insulin Resistance

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2025/11/05

Your Guide to Correcting Insulin ResistanceIf you're struggling with fatigue, stubborn weight gain, or irregular cycles, insulin resistance could be at the root. Insulin Resistance affects far more than just blood sugar. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to identify, understand, and correct insulin resistance. A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 How to spot insulin resistance and confirm it with the right labs Common symptoms you might be

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18:16

Episode 122: Case Study: How She Resolved Her Acne,...

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2025/10/22

Case Study: How She Resolved Her Acne, Chronic Bloating & Got Pregnant with EaseIn this episode, I share a powerful case study of a client struggling with bloating, acne, low cortisol, and low progesterone — symptoms that had left her feeling hopeless after working with multiple practitioners. We take a deep dive into what was actually going on behind the scenes, including: Brain-to-ovary communication imbalances Gut microbiome and digestive juice issues Mold, heavy metals, and endocrine

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29:35

Episode 121: Behind the Scenes of My Career Path:...

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2025/10/08

Behind the Scenes of My Career Path: Your Questions AnsweredThis is a long overdue podcast episode that you have been asking for, for YEARS! In this episode, I answer the questions I get most often about my career journey, how I built my practice, and the trainings that shaped my approach. You can also find more specifics on this over at functionalfueling.com/about. I hope this episode helps guide you on your career path! A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 • How a functional

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46:20

Episode 120: How I Started Solids and What Feeding...

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2025/09/24

How I Started Solids and What Feeding Looks Like NowA few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Important show links 👇👇👇 Paleo Jerky discount code Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

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25:57

Episode 119: [The LOdown] Why You Can't Stay Asleep,...

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2025/09/10

[The LOdown] Why You Can't Stay Asleep, What Your Hormones Have to do with it (And How to Fix It)Do you find yourself waking up at 2 or 3 a.m., staring at the ceiling, wondering why you can’t stay asleep? In this week’s episode of The Strength in Hormones Podcast, I dive into the root causes of nighttime waking and what your hormones—like progesterone, thyroid, and cortisol—have to do with it. You’ll learn why sleep disruptions often flare during certain phases of your cycle, how thyroid function

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25:45

Episode 118: [The LOdown] How to Control Inflammation...

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2025/08/27

[The LOdown] How to Control Inflammation Around WorkoutsInflammation isn’t always the enemy. In fact, it’s exactly what your body needs after a workout to repair muscles, stimulate growth, and get fitter. But when exercise-driven inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to hormonal chaos. A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 ✅ The difference between acute (helpful) and chronic (harmful) inflammation ✅ Why short-term oxidative stress from exercise is actually a signal for repair

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27:17

Episode 117: [The LOdown] Minerals for PCOS

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2025/08/20

[The LOdown] Minerals for PCOSPCOS is often talked about in terms of hormones, blood sugar, and fertility—but minerals are one of the most overlooked tools for managing symptoms and restoring balance. In this episode of the Strength in Hormones podcast, we explore how specific minerals like magnesium, chromium, zinc, selenium, and electrolytes can directly impact insulin resistance, thyroid health, adrenal function, and hormone balance. You’ll also learn about the double-edged role of iron in PCOS,

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24:13

Episode 116: [The LOdown] The Root Causes of Women's...

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2025/08/13

[The LOdown] The Root Causes of Women's Hair LossIf your hair is thinning, shedding faster than it’s growing, or just won’t regain its fullness, the problem may go deeper than shampoo or supplements. In this episode, we uncover how key mineral imbalances—especially zinc, copper, iron, selenium, and iodine—can make or break your hair health. A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why low zinc or iron can shorten your hair’s growth phase and trigger excess shedding How high copper or

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26:03

Episode 115: [The Lodown] Your Guide to Coming Off...

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2025/07/30

[The Lodown] Your Guide to Coming Off Birth Control: What to Expect & How to Support Your HormonesA few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Important show links 👇👇👇 Join waitlist for Inflammation Hormony now Get your hormones tested with our DUTCH test- learn more about our hormone testing packages Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

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