Optimal Metabolism

Doctor Bindiya Gandhi is a double board-certified integrative and functional medicine doctor, and is the medical director at ReviveAtlanta M.D. Atlanta Functional and Integrative Medicine, a comprehensive clinic focused on total body healing. After dealing with her own medical crisis and eventually improving her overall health to rebalance her hormones Dr. Bindiya was able to heal her body and developed a strong interest in hormone regulation. She is an expert in leptin resistance, which we will learn more about today. We discuss the following topics, and more! What the hormone leptin (satiety) is and how leptin resistance develops Why most Drs will not test for leptin The role of the hormone gherlin (hunger) and how it relates to leptin Why insulin resistance may worsen leptin resistance The main drivers behind leptin resistance and why focusing on protein can help with balance Understanding leptin lab values Why chronic calorie deprivation worsens leptin resistance Testing for leptin resistance and normal values Supplement recommendations Type 1 diabetes and leptin resistance LEPTIN RESISTANCE QUIZ METABOLISM MAKEOVER COURSE Learn More About Dr. Bindiya: Website: https://drbindiyamd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbindiyamd Podcast: Reset Renew Revive Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for onging learning, support, and accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Metabolic Makeover, my STARTER COURSE to find your fasting method, implement therapeutic carb restriction, and learn how to bust through weight and health stalls ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness

Dr. Rebecca Warren has spent the last 14 years not only reclaiming her own health after a thyroidectomy at age 19, but also coaching others across the US who have had their thyroid removed or have been diagnosed with a thyroid condition, achieve optimal health and go from victim to victor. In this episode we discuss: Dr. Rebecca's struggle with thyroid health and getting well after a thyroidectomy at age 19 Weight loss plateau's as it relates to the thyroid and how to start improving thyroid health Carb flexing with the menstrual cycle Using seed cycling to support a healthy menstrual cycle Why every woman needs to understand her menstrual cycle Learn More About Dr. Rebecca: Website: https://www.drswarren.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.rebeccawarren/ Podcast: The Thyroidless Life Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for onging learning, support, and accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Metabolic Makeover, my STARTER COURSE to find your fasting method, implement therapeutic carb restriction, and learn how to bust through weight and health stalls ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness

In 2019 Karen Martel had premature ovarian failure, and found herself quickly heading into menopause at the age of 42. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise as she started avidly studying peri and post menopause conditions. Karen reversed her menopause is now on a mission to help women sail through this time and reverse their hormone imbalances. Karen trained at the Nutrition Coach Institute (NCI) and became a certified Hormone Specialist. NCI has one of the only Hormone Specialist programs where she could obtain certification of completion for Mastering Thyroid and Mastering Gut Health. With this education, Karen finally healed her body. Hear Karen's story about gaining weight and feeling horrible despite no nutrition or life changes, even while maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which was ultimately due to hormone changes. We also discuss: Where to start if you feel you may have sex hormone imbalances or deficiencies Why peri-menopause and menopause seem to be largely ignored by conventional medicine Limitations of the Women's Health Initiative for prescribing HRT Saliva and dried urine testing for sex hormones How to get the hormone recommendations and prescriptions that you need Using sound nutrition/supplements as a foundation for healthy hormones and weight management The connection between estrogen and cholesterol How to work with Karen inside her On Track membership program Dried Urine Testing- ZRT Urine Metabolites Learn More About Karen: Website: https://karenmartel.com/ Podcast: The Other Side of Weight Loss IG: @karenmartelhormones Hormone Quiz On Track Membership Program Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for onging learning, support, and accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Metabolic Makeover, my STARTER COURSE to find your fasting method, implement therapeutic carb restriction, and learn how to bust through weight and health stalls ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness

In this episode, Shana speaks about what she learned as a registered dietician and how she became a hormone healing expert. Shana reveals some unbelievable things that dieticians recommend to their patients, including canola oil! Then, Shana dives into reversing PCOS and how to navigate insulin resistance through lifestyle changes. Tune in as we chat about intermittent fasting, therapeutic fasting levels, and how many carbs you should be eating. [01:55] Shana Speaks About Her Journey As A Registered Dietician and Hormone Healing Expert Shana is a registered dietician, and she has been in the field for over 20 years. As a registered dietician, Shana was dealing with her own health issues. She was bloated all the time and had chronic canker sores. Shana's son got very ill out of the blue. He was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Ultimately, Shana's son healed after working with a team from Australia. Down the road, Shana tried fasting and found that it fixed her bloating and canker sores. Eventually, Shana wrote Fast To Heal: A 5-Step Guide to Achieving Nutritional PEACE and Reversing Insulin Resistance: https://www.amazon.com/Fast-Heal-Achieving-Nutritional-Resistance/dp/B0874JXVP7. [14:30] It's Unbelievable: Registered Dieticians Are Recommending Canola Oil! When Shana went to school to be a registered dietician, she was taught very little about hormones. The only time insulin was talked about was when someone had diabetes. Unfortunately, the US Dietary Guidelines are what they are, and that's what registered dieticians need to teach. Hospitals still recommend using canola oil in cooking. We need to change the messaging around saturated fats. [23:55] PCOS Stems From Insulin Resistance and Can Be Reversed 80% or more of PCOS stems from insulin resistance. PCOS is the number one issue of infertility. Most women are told PCOS is something they will have to deal with for the rest of their lives. Luckily, PCOS is something that can be reversed through lifestyle interventions. [27:55] What To Do If You're Not Losing Weight While Intermittent Fasting Intermittent fasting is a highly individual lifestyle. If you start fasting, most likely, you will see some type of progress with it. Remember, you don't want to fast when pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, don't try fasting if you have an active eating disorder. Eight hours of eating and sixteen hours of fasting are great ways to start. Sometimes, you need to extend your fasts to reverse your disease and start seeing results. [34:00] Therapeutic Fasting Levels Will Result In A Reversal of Insulin Resistance Therapeutic fasting levels work for almost everybody who is stuck or not seeing any progress. If you're ready to get off medications, you have to work with your doctor to monitor your blood sugar levels. It can be a matter of weeks or even days when you're coming off some high insulin levels. Therapeutic fasting is 31 to 42-hour fasts a week. The therapeutic level of fasting is where almost everyone will see a reversal of insulin resistance. [39:50] How Many Carbs Should You Eat? Take The Carb Quiz! Carbs can be confusing for most people. Shana developed a carb quiz: https://www.fasttoheal.info/carbquiz. You want to look at your family history and goals before determining how to incorporate carbs into your diet. Shana likes everyone below 100 grams of carbs. Remember, everyone handles carbs differently. If you're thin and work out, you can handle more carbs. Also, men have more storage capacity for carbs. [45:55] Ketones Are Great For Inflammation and The Reason You Should Consider A Meat-Based Approach So many people don't burn ketones. Burning ketones can be anti-inflammatory in general. Taking away plant foods for a time period will also be beneficial. If you have severe issues, following a meat-based diet can help with health problems. Many people think if they are iron deficient, they should eat more kale and spinach. Well, you're only absorbing 6% of what you're eating. Plus, it could be causing inflammation. It's tough to know what foods you react to when you're ill. [55:45] Advice For Women: Should You Fast During Your Period? Day one is when you start your period. During your period is when you should incorporate longer fasts. The week leading up to your period should not include long fasts. The first two weeks of your cycle are the best times for longer fasts. If you are post-menopausal, you don't need to worry as much about when you're fasting. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Shana's Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ The Fast To Heal Stories Podcast: https://www.fasttoheal.info/podcast Carb Quiz: https://www.fasttoheal.info/carbquiz Follow Shana Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fasttohealnutritiontherapy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shana.hussin.rdn/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shana-hussin-rdn-55403849/ Fast To Heal: A 5-Step Guide to Achieving Nutritional PEACE and Reversing Insulin Resistance: https://www.amazon.com/Fast-Heal-Achieving-Nutritional-Resistance/dp/B0874JXVP7

In 2012, Laurie Lewis gained 50 pounds as she progressed through menopause, despite no changes to her nutrition or lifestyle. For the next 5 years, she tried every strategie she could find in an attempt to lose the extra weight... except for intermittent fasting. In 2017 she discovered IF, implemented it within a few days, and proceeded to lose the 50 pounds she had gained over the next 15 months. She has kept the weight off ever since! In this podcast episode, we discuss: Laurie's story and how whe felt like herself within 3 days of implementing intermittent fasting after struggling with menopausal symptoms for years Our thoughts on whether to implement fasting first, or work on improving nutrition first Some of the biggest challenges our clients face and how to remedy them 5 questions to ask yourself when you are contemplating straying away from a healthful lifestyle Lauries's experience with extended fasts Learn more about Laurie Lewis and her coaching programs: Website: http://fastforwardwellness.com IG: @fast_forward_wellness Order Laurie's book she co-authored, Women Action Takes Who Gained By Losing Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for onging learning, support, and accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness WATCH MY FREE MASTERCLASS to learn all about the methods I teach and how to start reversing your stubborn weight and health issues TODAY!

Insulin resistance is at the root cause of almost every lifestyle disease. It only makes sense to live a low-insulin lifestyle in order to reverse it. Dr. Alexandra Sowa is passionate about helping her patients reverse insulin resistance, and having a way to test for it at their fingertips. In this podcast episode, we discuss: Dr. Sowa's personal story and growing interest in insulin resistance What insulin resistance is, and why she developed home testing for it Why your doctor may not want to test for insulin resistance What is included in testing kits and how to interpret How to find your HOMA-IR score and start reversing insulin resistance Testing for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes How to use berberine as a supplement to reduce blood sugar levels Learn more about Dr. Alexandra Sowa: Website: https://alexandrasowamd.com/ IG: @alexandrasowamd Get So Well: https://www.getsowell.com/ IG: @getsowell Get 10% off your testing kit HERE by using the code SHANA10! Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness WATCH MY FREE MASTERCLASS to learn all about the methods I teach and how to start reversing your stubborn weight and health issues TODAY!

Shiftwork and special events can be challenging to work around when trying to adapt an intermittent fasting and low-insulin lifestyle! In this episode I talk about many recommendations to make shiftwork transitions easier, including: The 2 main recommendations I use when adapting to any work shift What to think about with overall nutrition and planning meals for ongoing success Strategies to help reset natural sleep/wake rhythms when coming off different work shifts Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness WATCH MY FREE MASTERCLASS to learn all about the methods I teach and how to start reversing your stubborn weight and health issues TODAY!

Dr. Tabatha Barber is a triple board-certified OB/GYN physician who specializes in using functional medicine for treating women's health. She is also known as The Gutsy Gynecologist, the name of her informative podcast. Dr. Barber is the kind of healthcare provider we are all looking for! She answers all the questions that women are often afraid to ask. Here is what we discuss in the podcast, plus MORE! Female sex hormones and how they relate to a healthy menstrual cycle Making an informed decision around birth control and knowing side effects Hormone replacement therapy availability and possibilities Testing your female sex hormone levels and finding a knowledgeable practitioner to interpret results and recommend treatment options Find out more about Dr. Tabatha: FB: DrTabatha IG: @thegutsygynecologist Website: https://drtabatha.com/ Podcast: The Gutsy Gynecologist Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! ENROLL in Finding Nutritional PEACE, my highest level online self-paced course to reverse insulin resistance and chronic illness WATCH MY FREE MASTERCLASS to learn all about the methods I teach and how to start reversing your stubborn weight and health issues TODAY!

Dr. Morgan Nolte is a geriatric physical therapist from near Omaha, NE. She is passionate about helping adults reverse insulin resistance and live free of diabetes, dementia, and heart disease that has plagued the geriatric population. In this episode, we discuss: Morgan's personal health journey into becoming passionate around studying and reversing insulin resistance Going deeper into the causes of insulin resistance, and how to treat it Why calories in versus calories out fails to heal weight issues long-term How ghrelin and leptin play a role in fat burning, appetite, and finding success with food freedom Considerations for women over 50 and their approach to fasting and hormone balance The importance of mindset with healing and lifestyle habits More About Dr. Nolte: www.zivli.com IG: @drmorgannolte YouTube: Dr. Morgan Nolte Podcast: Reshape Your Health Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: GET ON THE WAITLIST for my monthly membership, FAST TRACK, launching June 1! ENROLL IN FAST TRACK, my new monthly membership program for accountability. GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! Enroll in Finding Nutritional PEACE, and choose the option of LIVE group coaching, or online course content only with an optional personalized session.

Beth Lipton joins me today to talk about her book Carnivore-ish, which she co-wrote with Ashleigh VanHouten. They debunk the conventional "wisdom" that tells us to eat less or no meat, and explain what really works for looking and feeling the way you want to is more animal protein. Their book contains no dogma, no deprivation, no strict rules, and no fear mongering. It is a science-backed approach to eating that will give you the body you want, inside and out. In this episode, we discuss: Beth's personal health journey into adding more animal protein into her own diet and liefestyle Beth and Ashleigh's book Carnivore-ish and why they felt the need to write it Target protein needs and how to reach your goals How to introduce organ meats into your diet for additional nutrition Why women in particular are afraid to add more meat to their diets Using a carnivore, animal-based diet for a gut and mental health reset Recipes you will find in Beth and Ashleigh's book, Carnivore-ish! About Beth: You can find Beth and Ashleigh's book, Carnivore-ish wherever you can buy books. Follow them on Instagram: Beth: @cookiepie0402 Ashleigh: @themusclemaven Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: GET ON THE WAITLIST for my monthly membership, FAST TRACK, launching June 1! GRAB YOUR COPY of the Fast To Heal Recipe book with 85 low-carb, whole food recipes that are simple to prepare! GET YOUR FREE STARTING GUIDES that will set you well on your way toward a low-carb lifestyle of timed eating! SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED SESSION if you are stuck in a rut, or suffer from a stubborn case of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or metabolic illness. JUMPSTART your fasting and low-carb protocol by enrolling in my 10-Day Hormone Healing Jumpstart! Enroll in Finding Nutritional PEACE, and choose the option of LIVE group coaching, or online course content only with an optional personalized session.