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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.
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- 3 weeks ago23 min
Episode 168: [The LOdown] Low White Blood Cells: Immune Exhaustion & Their Connection to Hormones
[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.
- Oct 14, 202634 min
Episode 167: From Birth to Solids: Shaping a Strong Microbiome in Early Childhood w/ Stephanie Culler
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.
- Oct 7, 202637 min
Episode 166: Leptin: How It Impacts Fertility, Metabolism & Inflammation
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.
- Sep 30, 202622 min
Episode 165: Do Adaptogens Actually Help Cortisol? The Science of Functional Mushrooms with Olivia Richards
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.
- Sep 23, 202624 min
Episode 164: Case Study: Healing Exercise Intolerance, Cycle Symptoms and Recovering Thyroid Function
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.
- Sep 16, 202652 min
Episode 163:Your Guide to Understanding Long COVID, MCAS & Dysautonomia w/ Lily Spechler
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.
- Sep 9, 202628 min
Episode 162: [The LOdown] The Overlooked Environmental Factors Affecting Thyroid Health
[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
- Sep 2, 202627 min
Episode 161: Could Poor Oxygen Delivery Be Draining Your Energy? with Teresa Reile
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.
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