Rebranded Diet Culture, High Cortisol Hacks, & Stalled Health Progress

Are functional foods healthier for us, or are they just rebranded diet culture that’s doing more harm than good? We also unpack how to manage cortisol and stress (like, realistically), and where to start when you want to lose weight and balance hormones, but feel hella overwhelmed. Don’t worry girl, we got you.Timestamps:[1:47] Welcome[24:14] Can you please talk about ways to lower my cortisol and also lower stress?[38:54] How do you know where to start with losing weight and balancing hormones? [52:42] I wear mascara once a week and no matter which one I wear, it never comes off on the first wash. How do I get it off? Episode Links:Food & Wine Article: Repackaging Diet CultureThe No Mascara Trend ArticleKing Arthur Gluten Free Confetti Cake MixMiss Jones Organic FrostingI AM The Balm Makeup Cleansing Balm Crunchi Charcoal BarSponsors:Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

We’ve all seen it. Botox, filler, and quick fixes are everywhere, but are they the best solution? Today, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Cameron Chesnut unpacks taking a holistic approach to aesthetics. We talk the truth about Botox and filler, and discuss lasers, regenerative treatments, and minimally invasive surgical options.Timestamps:[1:45] Intro[4:05] Interview with Dr. Chesnut[11:04] What do you think most people are getting wrong in the aesthetic industry? [18:18] Can you define the term "minimally invasive" and how do you determine what’s enough for somebody?[27:22] What does regenerative really mean within the context of aesthetics? [30:38] What is your take on microneedling? [33:51] If someone has "good skin", does it make sense for them to do microneedling?[36:28] Can you explain the difference between PRP and PRF? [39:17] Can you break down the different types of lasers, how they work, and if we should avoid specific ones?[49:35] What is the insignia lift rejuvenation and why is it different from a traditional lift? [51:26] Can you give your thoughts on Sculptra, the pros and cons and then BBL, broad band light? and is it what are its long -term effects?[56:09] What’s the most effective way to get the lines around your mouth away or the deep set wrinkles in the forehead?[1:00:46] Are there treatments aside from laser that treat acne scaring? [1:03:16] Can we talk about jowls - I see my family jowls Curse starting to appear. Once they appear what’s the best treatment?[1:06:32] What’s the best procedure to help with droopy eyelids?Episode Links:Follow Dr. Cameron on InstagramJoin the Clinic 5C CommunitySponsors:Go to drinklmnt.com/wellfed and use code WELLFED to get a free 8-pack with any drink mix purchase!Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/creatine and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

If you’re not able to do 11 push-ups, don’t panic. We have some advice that might be helpful. We also talk tracking macros, figuring out your triggers, and options for continuous glucose monitors. Expect to hear “test, don’t guess” a few times. Timestamps:[1:38] Welcome[6:50]  Viral Interview Clip: "Every woman should be able to do 11 pushups" [20:35] I'm tracking macros and breastfeeding, and still having deep cravings, what gives? What do you think about counting macros?[30:50] I have a flare up of a skin rash. I know it’s a gut imbalance. Any tips? [46:33] Do you recommend any of the CGM's you can get without getting a prescription?Episode Links:Mel Robbins/Dr. Wright TikTok viral videoPubMed Article: Association Between Push-Up Exercise Capacity and Future Cardiovascular Events Among Active Adult MenBuy Stelo Glucose BiosensorSponsors:Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

You’re going to want to listen to this one! We’re answering all the hard questions about creatine with one of the top researchers in the industry, Dr. Darren Candow! We cover popular myths, how to figure out your exact dose, troubleshooting issues like bloating and sleep issues, and talk about the latest in the evidence-based literature. Let’s geek out!Timestamps:[1:37] Intro[4:28] Conversation with Dr. Darren Candow[5:24] What has happened in the literature in the past few decades that's gotten people talking so much about creatine and supplementing with it?[6:41] How does creatine actually support lean body mass, exercise performance, and every day activities?[13:13] If somebody's completely new to creatine, where do they start with dosage and timing?[17:18] Do men and women need the same amount of creatine or does weight and muscle mass determine how much a person needs?[19:18] Should you maintain the 3-5 grams dose for someone working out a few times a week?[27:42] Is there any benefit in taking creatine pre-workout vs. post-workout, and why we should note our caffeine intake?[31:57] Do you need to cycle creatine, and if so, what's a good schedule?[32:41] Can creatine support health and bone density for people going through perimenopause and menopause? [38:43] What does the data say about creatine use for children and teens?[42:41] Is creatine safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding?[47:29] Are there any contraindications that should avoid creatine if you have a pre-existing condition?[48:56] Does creatine cause hair loss in men?[50:15] Why is bloating so common, and if someone is experiencing thing, what should they do? [51:29] Does our water consumption need to increase when taking creatine?[52:23] Can creatine cause muscle cramping?[53:01] Can taking creating help with PMS symptoms in women?[53:56] A popular biohacker says creatine is bad for fertility - is there any credence to that perspective? [54:43] Can you take creatine if you have stage 1 kidney disease but are asymptomatic?[55:59] I was using creatine monohydrate for a few weeks but had joint pain and swelling - is that related?[56:30] I'm noticing that if I have creatine in the afternoon I have trouble sleeping - can that be the case?[58:54] I break out when taking creatine and it clears up when I stop. Is there anything specific I can do?[59:44] Should someone who's prone to rhabdo take creatine?[1:00:34] I recently saw a study related to improved cognition in Alzheimer's that creatine was 5x the normal does. Episode Links:Follow Dr. Darren on InstagramGet Pure Creatine hereRelative method: 0.1g of creatine per kgCaffeine dose is less than 300mgSponsors:Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/creatine and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Apparently gum is packed with microplastics, so that’s fun. We also unpack how to pursue diet changes in midlife without falling into the trap of shame and guilt. Then, we finish it off with some hacks for lowering fasting glucose, and improving bone density after amenorrhea. It’s a little bit of everything!Timestamps:[1:45] Welcome[4:41] Plastic in chewing gum[15:31] Can you have nutrition goals that aren't rooted in shame? [29:53] I have high blood glucose levels after fasting and not after meals - any suggestions?[41:37] Healthy school lunch ideas[45:45] I have bone loss due to years of hypothalamic amenorrhea - what can I do to improve this and prevent further loss? Episode Links:Article: Chewing Gum can shed microplastics into salivaYumboxSponsors:Go to drinklmnt.com/wellfed and use code WELLFED to get a free 8-pack with any drink mix purchase!Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/creatine and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Our first “Ask the Naturopath” episode! Dr. Stacy answers all your pressing health questions about the gut testing, nutrition, hormones, and more! We also dive deep into nervous system regulation and how to improve your ability to adapt to stress. Timestamps:[1:41] Intro [3:14] Welcome Dr. Stacy [5:13] What do you think was the big turning point for you when it came to your healing?[10:41] Can you talk about the nervous system? Any thoughts on chilling it out?[16:56] What is the best way to re-build gut health after a round of antibiotics? [22:49] Is there an effective natural treatment for migraines? [27:24] How are you helping your kids navigate screen time and what are your thoughts on cell phone usage? [32:45] How important is HRV and how important is it if it’s low?[35:36] I’m curious about experiencing a faster heart rate when I’m having a higher carb day. [37:15] Is MTHFT a real thing or is it just trending? I’m getting conflicting information from doctors. [43:08] What testing should someone be getting on a routine basis (annually, etc), and also for kids?[44:20] Is it possible that taking accutane as a teenager and antibiotics prescribed by dermatologists set me up for autoimmune disease as an adult? [44:53] Any tips to lower thyroid peroxidase antibodies naturally?[46:25] What is optimal t3 for someone with hypothyroidism?[50:13] Hair loss -  I know my thyroid is crazy but do you have any thoughts?[52:09] How do I manage PCOS without birth control? [55:45] What are the first steps to treating mold exposure?[59:06] I’ve outgrown my current doctor - what are some good ways to find holistic doctors or how to find a naturopath in my area?[1:02:44] Should anyone with chronic health issues be gluten free?[1:03:06] How do you decrease cholesterol without taking medication?[1:06:19] Perimenopause- where do I even start or know who to see for hormone health? Episode Links:Follow Dr. Stacy on instagramDr. Stacy's websiteVibing Well with Dr. Stacy Podcast  Oat Test Well MineralsSponsors:Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to wellminerals.us/creatine and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Pickles are peaking. Not only did Noelle try them for the first time, but it’s now on the list for top foods to eat for gut health. We also unpack heavy metals in protein powders, how to know what to prioritize when you’re overwhelmed and stressed, and using retinol vs peptides in skin care! Timestamps:[1:44] Welcome[9:06] Peak Pickle Era[18:51] can you please talk about your favorite protein powders, collagen powders, green powders, etc?[31:20] What one thing should I start doing to make changes from the following things: walking, lifting weights, or food changes?[44:01] Thoughts on retinoids in skincare, and thoughts on retinoids vs. peptides? Episode Links:AllRecipes: Peak Pickle EraNorcal Whey PubMed Article: Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility... Science Direct Article: Higher Protein Muscle Synthesis Rates...D-Ribose Coenzyme Q10 Crunchi Goldenlight Sponsors:Go to drinklmnt.com/wellfed and use code WELLFED to get a free 8-pack with any drink mix purchase!Go to mdlogichealth.com/defend and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/creatine and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in wellness: weight loss without diet culture. Michelle shares her unique approach to supporting intentional weight loss without shame, restriction, or disordered thinking. We also answer some hard questions relating to metabolism and leptin, and unpack the flawed idea that all restriction is diet culture. Buckle up, this one is a deep dive!Timestamps:[1:39] Noelle intro[3:47] Conversation with Michelle[4:09] Talk about your own personal experience with diet culture[10:47] Let’s talk about body neutrality and being science neutral [21:43] What are some strategies that you recommend to clients to have a positive relationship with food before starting to make changes that will put them in restriction?[25:54] What strategies do you have for the push-pull relationship of wanting overall health and wanting to be smaller while trying to accept your body where it is?[29:18] How do we know someone "needs" to lose weight (in their head) versus it being beneficial for them?[31:05] What are your thoughts on your thoughts on anti-diet? Some say restricting gluten and dairy is "diet culture"? [39:13] How do I combine intuitive eating with still keeping integrity of what makes me feel good? [42:15] Can you talk about weight loss resistance when you feel like you’re doing everything right?[49:53] How do you manage anxiety if you’re hoping to stop or reduce medication? [56:26] How do you know when your symptoms are caused by anxiety rather than an actual disease or underlying condition?[1:04:11] I know it’s not a one size fits all approach, but how much time would you give a specific change before trying something else? [1:08:52] How to go from eating as much as possible to eating normal again after hypothalamic amenorrhea?Episode Links:Visit Michelle's Website hereQuiet the Diet Podcast Follow Michelle on InstagramSponsors:Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/immuno and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Emerging research shows the reason so many young adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer—and it starts in childhood. We also talk about how to distinguish diet culture and health advice, and tips for handling constipation when you’re following a healthy diet.Timestamps:[1:48] Welcome[5:40] Conversation about new research study about colorectal cancer[21:35] Are healthy swaps, like cauliflower everything really helpful or just diet culture in disguise? [31:11] What do you do about constipation when switching from the standard American diet to an anti-inflammatory diet? Episode Links:NBC News Article: Rise in Early Onset Colorectal CancerPubMed Article: Geographic and age-related variations in mutational processes in colorectal cancerGet Digestive ComplexBetaine HCLDigestive BittersSponsors:Go to drinklmnt.com/wellfed and use code WELLFED to get a free 8-pack with any drink mix purchase!Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/immuno and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Your blueprint for navigating hormone shifts in your 30s, 40s, & 50s! In today’s episode, integrative medicine physician Dr. Taz Bhatia talks about how to optimize hormones in your late 30s, what to do to support your liver and estrogen detoxification during perimenopause, and everything you need to know about starting hormone replacement therapy. We also answer your questions about lab work, signs of specific hormone imbalances, and unexplained midlife weight gain. This one has it all! Timestamps:[1:38] Noelle Intro[3:35] Welcome Dr. Taz [4:00] What’s the latest research saying about women’s health and hormones and what are you seeing actually work with your patients? [10:31] In your experience, what are the top things that women can do in their 30’s to set themselves up for success in perimenopause?[14:40] Should we be looking at our numbers from testing and using that information to “optimize” them?[21:04] What’s are the differences between the many hormonal shifts in our 30’s?[26:47] What’s a good repletion plan once we’ve been depleted due to stress, pregnancy or other things?[35:05] Do you think that women, as they enter perimenopause, should be regularly supporting the liver with herbs?[40:23] In perimenopause, what should I consider taking and what are the must dos? How do we know when it’s time to start HRT?[42:12] Can you talk about the symptoms of low and high estrogen and progesterone? [44:35] How do you find a doctor that actually prescribes HRT? [45:25] I’m curious about when the right time is to get on HRT. Should I start it as a preventative measure or wait until I start experiencing symptoms? [46:39] What about HRT for people with the MTHFR mutation? [48:33] The change in body proportions have really played with my head. It’s hard to feel healthy with an increase in midsection fat. How do I address this? [51:07] Is there any way to lower slightly elevated LDL cholesterol in perimenopause, even if HDL cholesterol is great? [51:30] Why do I feel terrible during ovulation? Episode Links:Hol+Follow Dr. Taz on InstagramThe Hormone Shift: Balance Your Body and Thrive Through Midlife and Menopause Super Woman Rx: Unlock the Secrets to Lasting Health, Your Perfect Weight, Energy, and Passion with Dr. Taz's Power Type PlansThe 21-Day Belly Fix: The Doctor-Designed Diet Plan for a Clean Gut and a Slimmer Waist Sponsors:Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/immuno and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.