

Root Cause Radio
Root Cause Radio
You deserve to live a life you love and thrive in! We are here to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to balance your hormones, master your metabolism, and become the boss of your own body. From thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, gut disorders, to navigating the trenches and noise in the "health and fitness" world- this podcast serves as the one resource you need to feel your best, break through the clutter, and reclaim your hormones, health, and body!
Hosted by Dietitians - Lacey Dunn and Anya Rosen.
Website: https://upliftfitnutrition.com
https://birchwell.clinic
Hosted by Dietitians - Lacey Dunn and Anya Rosen.
Website: https://upliftfitnutrition.com
https://birchwell.clinic
Episodes
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Apr 10, 2019 • 45min
Ep. 85- Thyroid Health, Hashimotos, & Histamine Intolerance with Dr. Becky Campbell
Let's chat about thyroid health, hashimoto's, and histamine intolerance!
Discussed is:
-Common causes of thyroid imbalances and types
-What labs to get tested & why
-Difference between functional and conventional approaches to treatment
-Healing Hashimoto's
-Histamine Intolerance- what it is, symptoms, and why it matters
-Key tips for thyroid health
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com
Dr. Becky's info:
Website: http://drbeckycampbell.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/beckycampbell
Email: support@drbeckycampbell.com
Book: "30 Day Thyroid Reset Plan"

Mar 25, 2019 • 43min
Ep. 84- Root Causes of Anxiety and Depression with Dr. Janelle Sinclair
Diving into natural and functional medicine today with Dr. Janelle Sinclair, BSc, MSc (Hons), PhD (Biochemistry), PGCertHealSc (Mental Health) all the way from New Zealand.
A couple of the questions covered include:
-What are common nutritional deficiencies that can be contributing causes to anxiety and depression?
-How do these deficiencies affect the brain and result in mental unwellness?
-Why do we have these deficiencies?
-How do hormones affect our mood and anxiety levels?
-What is the preferred method of testing that you use in clinic to help someone struggling with anxiety?
-What are your key supplement recommendations for anxiety or depression?
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
Instagram: www.instagram.com/faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Email: fitandfaith@gmail.com
Dr. Janelle's Info:
Website: http://www.drjanellesinclair.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/drjanellesinclair
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKV4zHO9ImKYRahFXHmcoxw

Mar 19, 2019 • 49min
Ep.83- Nutrition Myth Busting with Jillian Trigg
All things myth busting with my awesome guest Jillian Trigg, ROHP, RNCP, CNP- from NorthShore Nutritionist.
In this episode we cover:
-Organic vs conventional foods and pesticides
-Fresh Vs frozen- nutritional differences- what is better?
-Meal timing- what matters, what doesn’t?
-'Cheat meals' vs refeed meals
-Lectins and their impact on health
-Dietary cholesterol- good or bad
-"One size fits all" diet pushers
Enjoy and please leave a review if you liked it!
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG: @faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Jillian's info:
Website: www.northshorenutritionist.com
IG: @northshorenutritionist
Twitter: @NS_Nutritionist

Mar 6, 2019 • 39min
Ep. 82- Stealth Infections, Heavy Metals, Functional Medicine, & Cannabis with Dr. Jessica Peatross
Time to dig into some hard core issues here- discussing stealth infections, heavy metals, environmental toxins, and then cannabis with functional medicine doctor Dr. Jessica Peatross!
Also discussed are biofilms, how to disrupt and treat biofilms, stealth infections, and heavy metal toxicities, and ways to test as well as reduce your exposure to all of these things!! Dr. Jess also dives into the differences between hemp and cannabis, CBD, the benefits, and what to look for when choosing a cannabis product.
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG:@faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Dr. Jess's info:
Website: https://drjess.com
IG: @dr.jess.md

Feb 26, 2019 • 57min
Ep. 81- Breaking Plateaus when Dieting, Managing CNS Fatigue, & Travel Tips with Cody McBroom
Topics covered in this episode with Guest Cody McBroom, owner of Boom Boom Performance:
-His story
-Breaking Plateaus: why and how to do it
-Managing CNS fatigue- differences in bodybuiding, crossfit, powerlifting, and cardio types (HIIT vs LISS)
-The power of maintenance periods
-Reverse Dieting- when and how to do it, why the fad is becoming an issue, what to keep in mind with reverse dieting (everyone responds differently)
-Travel tips to stay on track with your diet and workout routine
-Intermittent fasting brief note
Cody's top tips for health:
1. Be patient
2. Trust the process
3. Commit to the long term
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG:@faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Cody's info:
Website: http://www.boomboomperformance.com/
IG: @cody.boomboom

Feb 13, 2019 • 47min
Ep. 80- All Things Gut Health with Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro
Let's chat all things gut health with gut expert Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro aka "Vitamin PHD"
In this episode we discuss:
-What determine's a diverse gut microbiome
-Food's impact on the gut
-Artificial Sweeteners
-The Gut Microbiome
-Probiotics & Prebiotics
-Fiber chat!
-Fermented Foods
-Celery Juice!
-"Alkaline Diets"
-How to spot a quack
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG:@faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Gabrielle's info:
Website: www.vitaminphd.com
IG: @vitaminphd

Feb 5, 2019 • 1h 11min
Ep. 79- Post Birth Control Syndrome & Hormone Health with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Please welcome the amazing Dr. Jolene Brighten, author of Beyond the Pill. In this episode, Dr. Jolene goes over key components of hormone health, Post Birth Control Syndrome, side effects of birth control, fertility, getting pregnant after birth control, and more.
Make sure to order and purchase her book!
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG: @faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Dr. Jolene's Info:
Website: https://drbrighten.com
IG: @drjolenebrighten

Jan 28, 2019 • 50min
Ep. 78- Fertility & Getting Your Period Back After Birth Control with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, aka "Fertility Friday" and author of "The Fifth Vital Sign" joins to discuss fertility, fertility awareness, a healthy (or not healthy) menstrual cycle, and how to get your period back after being on hormonal birth control.
Discussed:
-Fertility Awareness- what is it and why is it important?
-Your Menstrual cycle- changes that occur & how to check for when you ovulate (or don’t!).
-What Hormonal BC does and how it works
-Nutrients that hormonal BC depletes
-Coming off of BC- what can happen, side effects, and getting your period back post BC (stress, anxiety, gut distress, thyroid changes)
-Taking control of your fertility after BC- steps you can take
-Testing hormones- when to check and when not to check (if you are on BC or don’t know where you are in your cycle- testing isn’t accurate!).
-Doctor’s dismissing symptoms- why you must never surrender your health!
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG: @faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Lisa's info:
Website: http://thefifthvitalsignbook.com
IG: @fertilityfriday

Jan 15, 2019 • 35min
Ep. 77- Fixing Chronic Fatigue with Dr. Evan Hirsch
Today's episode includes guest Evan H. Hirsch, MD! We discuss chronic fatigue, including symptoms, potential root causes, and how to get back on the path of fixing fatigue.
My info:
Website: www.upliftfit.org
IG: @faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Dr. Hirsch's info:
FREE BOOK DOWNLOAD- www.fixyourfatigue.org/download-my-fix-your-fatigue-book/
Website: www.FixYourFatigue.org
IG: @thefatiguedoc
Twitter: @drevanhirsch

Jan 7, 2019 • 41min
Ep. 76- Food Police, HAES, Rejecting Diet Culture, Hormones with Jessica Rothley
In this episode, Jessica Rothley comes on as a guest to discuss some awesome topics that dip more into the realm of mindset and mental health. MUST LISTEN epsiode in my opinion <3
Key topics and points:
-HAES (Healthy Eating at Every Size)- what it is, what it means, why weight stigma is an issue
-“My Plate, My Business”- Anti food policing and fighting the food judgement!!
-“My Body is not a topic of conversation for others”
-“As a woman, you are a grown up, and you have the right to make your own decisions. It’s not anyone’s business to make decisions for you”
-Stress: why it is detrimental, what it does to your body and hormones,
-If your diet creates your stress in your life- it’s not the diet for you!
-Why sloth mode must happen- you can’t pour out of an empty cup.
-The psychology aspect of dieting & body image: beating your demons, putting yourself first
-Your body is not an ornament (there to be pretty to shiny for others)- it’s a vehicle (there to help you thrive in your life and help you tackle the ups and downs of life)
-Rejecting Diet Culture: Strategies and Tips!
-‘Learn who you are outside of what you thought you were supposed to be”
My Website:
www.upliftfit.org
Instagram: @faithandfit
Twitter: @laceyadunn
Jessica's Instagram:
@whollyhealed
Website: whollyhealed.com


