Root Cause Radio

Today's episode features guest Ben Tzeel, MPH, RD, CSCS, and a fellow Type 1 Diabetic! Discussed in this episode (please note a lot of this is applicable to everyone with managing blood sugar too!): -Type 1 Diabetes- unconventional situations that effect blood sugar (IE it's not just about what you eat!!) -Lifestyle changes to help regulate your insulin and blood sugar -Reactive hypoglycemia- what it is and how to help -Protein Intake/types and effect on blood sugar -Cardio for type 1 - effects on blood sugar and insulin needs -Fasted training for Type 1 diabetics -Losing fat while taking insulin- "but doesn't insulin make you fat?" -The dawn phenomenon- what it is and ways to combat it -GMOS: the good, the bad, the ugly Listen and love it! My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Ben's info: Website: http://yourdiabetesinsider.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manoftzeel/ Email: ben@diabetesstrong.com

Please welcome Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, CLT, HCP as we discuss some awesome and controversial topics! Discussed in this episode: -Best autoimmune diets and the differences between them -How to choose an autoimmune diet -MRT and LEAP testing- what is it, and differences in food intolerance tests -Anti Diet Trend: the good, the bad, the ugly -Medical cannabis! Enjoy! My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Emily's info: Website: https://emilykylenutrition.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/emilykylenutrition

Please welcome today's guest, Melissa Groves, RD, owner of Avocado Grove Nutrition as she shares her knowledge and expertise in hormonal, thyroid, and women's health! This is a must listen for anyone dealing with hormonal imbalances. Topics include: -Progesterone and Estrogen- Their role in metabolism & natural ways to balance your hormones and lifestyle changes -Low Progesterone or High Estrogen- what can you do to help? -PCOS Right vs Wrong- the importance of testing, supplements to help, and diet advice -Testosterone, DHEA, and Sex Hormone Binging Globulin- the connection and what to do when tests indicate low or high levels -Why you use the DUTCH test and what it measures My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Melissa's Info: Website: https://www.avocadogrovenutrition.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.hormone.dietitian Twitter: https://twitter.com/Avocado_Grove

Please welcome my guest Sara Korzeniewski RD, FDN-P as we discuss roadblocks to healing your health- whether it be your adrenals, thyroid, hormones, or gut health! My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Sara's info: Website: http://www.theorganicdietitian.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorganicdietitian/

Repost episode from Boom Boom Performance Podcast! TIMESTAMPS: 3:09 - Background of Lacey Dunn 7:45 – Lacey’s strategies for training for people with injuries. 10:10 – Lacey’s outlook on supplements 15:25 - All about adaptogens. 19:02 - HPA Axis Dysfunction and adrenal fatigue in the physique space. 27:12 – Lacey’s experience with Thyroid Dysfunction and the effects it has on body compensation. 34:00 – Lacey’s Take on Flexible Dieting and how it should ACTUALLY be implemented. 37:14 – The dangers (or lack thereof) Artificial Sweeteners 44:12 – The BS behind “Net Carbs” 46:38 – What we need to know about Gut Health 54:52 - Where Lacey stands with Calories in vs. Calories out. 58:45 - You Are Dinner Table With 3 Empty Seats, You Can Pick 3 People To Sit With You, Dead Or Alive, Who Would You Pick? 59:40 - Where you can find Lacey and all her content My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Cody's info: Blog – www.boomboomperformance.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/boomboomperformance/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cody.boomboom/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/BoomBoomPerformance Email – info@boomboomperformance.com

Discussed in this episode: -HEAS- Healthy Eating at Every Size- the good and the bad of this “trend” -Meet people where they are- the importance of a client centered approach and being open minded -What makes someone a reputable resource for nutrition. What to look for! -Weight & Scale changes: focus on how you look and feel & why daily weigh ins are not suggested -The issue of hyper focusing on research and educating yourself- sometimes more knowledge is not better? -Just because “research shows” says… doesn’t mean it’s good for YOU and your lifestyle -Science is always changing- nobody is an “expert” because science changes! -Dietitians aren’t the only people who know about nutrition! Just be careful in who you give control My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: laceydunn@upliftfitnutrition.com Laura's info: Website: www.thesassydietitian.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesassydietitan

Diving into flexible dieting and macro counting in this episode with Emily Field, RD. We discuss: -What true flexible dieting and macro tracking SHOULD look like -Why macro tracking doesn't work for some -Strategies and hack to make macro tracking easier -"Macro Manipulation" for meals and snacks & "macro check points" -Common macro tracking mistakes!! Including- food entries mishaps (ALWAYS double check), measuring cups and spoons vs weighing, eye-balling, raw vs cooked vs dry weight -We are not what we eat- we are what we digest and absorb -FDA 25% off allowance on labels -Macro hacks for dining out and events- intermittent fasting? -Suggestion for dietetic interns in choosing a nutrition niche- be respectful and not dogmatic in whatever you do. My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Emily's Info: Website: https://www.emilyfieldrd.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/emilyfieldrd Email: emily@emilyfieldrd.com

Today's guest is Lily Nichols, Registered Dietitian and author of "Real Food for Pregnancy" and "Real Food for Gestational Diabetes" Discussed in this episode includes: -Gaps in current guidelines for pregnancy and prec-conception -Complications with being vegan or vegetarian pre-conception -Breastmilk- Maternal Diet contributions -Nutrient repletion post partum: nutrients and foods to incorporate -Things to avoid when breastfeeding -Post partum hypothyroidism My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceydunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Lily's Info: Website: https://realfoodforpregnancy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilynicholsrdn/

Let's dive into what classifies as a "healthy relationship with food", what to look out for and address for yourself and clients regarding food fears & improving a relationship with food, how to help beat food fears, and key components to listening to your body. My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit and www.instagram.com/upliftfitnutrition Twitter: @laceydunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Bari's info: Website: www.barithedietitian.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/barithedietitian If you enjoyed this episode please share and review (:

Time to dive into gut health, pregnancy nutrition, fertility nutrition, and a disease called Dysautonomia with a Integrative nutrition health coach and Registered Nurse (and fellow Jesus lover!) Lindsay Mathews. What we discuss: -Tips for those wanting to become a nurse or dietitian and finding your "niche" and passion. -Leaky gut and intestinal permeability: symptoms and causes -Ways to help to seal and soothe the gut- supplements and diet! MARKER 18:00 min- Pregnancy Nutrition -What to remember if you are or want to become pregnant and are vegan or vegetarian -Essential nutritions to have in pregnancy AND prior to pregnancy -1st trimester vs 2nd trimester vs. 3rd- when to increase cals and how much -What to expect being pregnant -Fertility- it's not just the woman- the man's health matters!! -What to avoid during pregnancy- food and exercise! MARKER 33:30- Dysautonomia MARKER 45:00- Power of your Mind! Own your Superpower. My info: Website: www.upliftfit.org Instagram: @faithandfit Twitter: @laceyadunn Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com Lindsay's Info: www.dysautonomiarecovery.com Clinic: McMinn Clinic in Birmingham, AL Instagram: @lindsayraemathews Podcast: http://functionalmedicinepodcast.com