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Naturally Nourished

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Welcome to the Naturally Nourished podcast - your resource for cutting-edge food-as-medicine information! Functional Medicine applied with use of food-as-medicine. Join Ali Miller RD and her cohost Becki Yoo RD as they navigate you through nutrient deficiency, gut health, hormone balance, and optimizing metabolism through a keto reset. Each episode provides research supported approaches to optimizing your health and empowering you and your household.

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Episode 379: Is your Tea Toxic? And the Amazing Health Benefits of Tea

Monday Jan 22, 2024

Monday Jan 22, 2024

Is your tea toxic? Did you know that tea, a seemingly healthy beverage, can contain toxic heavy metals, high levels of pesticides, mold and more?! What’s more is that teabags themselves can contain microplastics, forever chemicals, carcinogens! In this episode, we’re spilling the tea…on tea! Learn how conventional tea can be problematic and how to avoid these pitfalls while sipping on tea that supports your wellness goals! 

 

In this episode, we interview Tea Blending Master Kim McHugh of True Leaf Tea and McHugh Tea Room and Gifts. Kim shares her wealth of knowledge on the health benefits of tea, brewing secrets to make a great cup every time, and how to incorporate more tea into your life. Plus we share the exciting release of our much anticipated Naturally Nourished Tea line and include a special discount code for podcast listeners! 

 

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More about Kim McHugh: 

Kim McHugh is the first Certified Tea Blending Master in the state of Texas and one of only a handful of Certified Tea Masters nationwide.  She has certifications from The Specialty Tea Institute and the American Tea Master Association. This love affair with tea was sparked by a series of life changing events and a devotion to learning, blending and tasting teas for over a decade. In 2013 she opened the first tea room in Bellaire, Texas, McHugh Tea Room and Gifts offering over 65 organic teas from around the world as well as tea-infused foods, tea classes, a Private Party Room, Afternoon Tea (“High Tea”) and full-service lunches served 6 days a week.

Prior to opening the doors to McHugh Tea Room, Kim was an Executive Senior Sales Director and public speaker for over 20 years. Her dedication to leadership and personal growth has evoked women to “push the boundaries”.  Following her cosmetics career, she represented a medical device company which focused on women’s breast health. This further sparked her interest in tea as many surgeons she met with suggested that consuming tea is one of the “best dietary habits for cancer prevention”. 

 

Kim focuses on the many uses of tea in food infusion and beauty regiments discovered by universities, hospitals and fellow tea enthusiasts.  She now teaches about the miraculous health benefits, social aspects and the fascinating history of organic teas from around the world to private groups, companies, and her large following of loyal customers. 

 

She has been featured by media outlets such as TeaTime magazine, Community Impact, The Buzz, Tea in Texas, Modern Luxury Bride, Voyage Magazine, CW 39, Fox 26 and even local libraries!

 

Kim has a humorous coaching style that transforms the way we think and feel about our health, our happiness and our busy lives.  Her motto is…there is always a way to see your tea cup half full!

 

To transform your health and wellness book Kim for a personal coaching session, tea class or event today!

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

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Episode 378: Normalizing Keto and Boosting Ketone Levels

Tuesday Jan 16, 2024

Tuesday Jan 16, 2024

Still not sure if keto is just a fad? Worried a ketogenic diet is too extreme or hard to follow? Want to understand the mechanisms behind the keto diet and how you can boost your ketone production? Tune in to hear us discuss why keto is a normal, natural metabolic state and how this diet can support brain boost, fertility, weight loss and so much more. 

 

In this episode, Ali and Becki argue that ketosis is part of our natural metabolic wiring and a state that the vast majority of people can benefit from tapping back into. Learn how overexposure to refined carbs has robbed our access to the amazing, antiinflammatory fuel source of ketones and how you can find your way back. Plus we discuss why you aren’t producing ketones and how to boost your levels! 

 

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Sponsors for this episode: 

This episode is sponsored by Carnivore Snax, a delicious snack combining just 2 ingredients: meat and Redmond Real Salt! These melt-in-your-mouth meat pastries are like no other dehydrated meat product or jerky on the market. We love that Carnivore Snax are a pro-America brand who sources from US farmers practicing regenerative agriculture and are verified by the Savory Institute confirming their carbon sequestering status. Check out the ribeye, pork loin, brisket and leg of lamb for just a few of our favorites! Use code ALIMILLERRD to save 15% off your order and get free shipping on $125 or more at carnivoresnax.com and while you are there be sure to check out The Hunt Membership to gain access to exclusive cuts, cash back and more! 

 

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Episode 377: New Year’s Resolutions and Healthy Habits

Tuesday Jan 02, 2024

Tuesday Jan 02, 2024

Happy New Year! What are you focusing on in the new year? Do you need some inspiration to take control of your wellness? Not sure where to start or already feeling behind with setting goals for 2024? Tune in to hear us reflect on the ups and downs of 2023 and discuss focus and intention for the year to come! 

 

In this episode, we ring in the new year by taking inventory of the past year and discussing our focus for 2024.  Learn about choosing a focus word or creating a mantra, balancing the hustle, and adding wellness rituals into your daily routine. Plus we provide some rapid fire support for goals of weight loss, energy, digestion and more! 

 

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This episode is sponsored by: 

This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIRD to save $30 off first month of subscription or purchase a unique 1 time meter at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd. Check out this episode with Kara of Nutrisense on why we find a CGM to be such an amazing tool!

 

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Episode 376: The Fertility Cliff Myth

Tuesday Dec 26, 2023

Tuesday Dec 26, 2023

Does fertility suddenly decline after age 35? What factors besides age contribute to infertility? How can we best support robust fertility into our late 30s and early 40s? Tune in to hear us debunk The Fertility Cliff Myth and provide real solutions for optimizing fertility at any age!

 

In this episode, we’re exploring The Fertility Cliff Myth, this idea that fertility suddenly and sharply declines at the magical age of 35. If you’re feeling that your biological clock is ticking, you’ll want to listen to this episode to learn whether this is something to worry about, what other factors contribute, and what you can do to extend your reproductive span and increase fertility as you age. 

 

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This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.



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Episode 375: Clarifying Fasting

Monday Dec 18, 2023

Monday Dec 18, 2023

Are you still intermittent fasting but not seeing results? Looking to shake things up, build muscle mass, or reign in your cortisol? Tune in to hear us discuss intermittent fasting, how our take on this practice has changed over time, and how we recommend customizing your fast (or not fasting!) to meet your individual needs! 

 

In this episode we talk about why obesity is deeper than calories in and calories out, and dig into different types of fasts and who is the ideal candidate for what type of fast. We’ll also cover who should not fast and instead needs a metabolic refeed! Learn how our stance on fasting has evolved over time, what we’re personally doing in terms of fasting these days, and how you can modify your approach for best results. 

 

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Sponsors for this episode: 

This episode is sponsored by Carnivore Snax, a delicious snack combining just 2 ingredients: meat and Redmond Real Salt! These melt-in-your-mouth meat pastries are like no other dehydrated meat product or jerky on the market. We love that Carnivore Snax are a pro-America brand who sources from US farmers practicing regenerative agriculture and are verified by the Savory Institute confirming their carbon sequestering status. Check out the ribeye, pork loin, brisket and leg of lamb for just a few of our favorites! Use code ALIMILLERRD to save 15% off your order and get free shipping on $125 or more at carnivoresnax.com and while you are there be sure to check out The Hunt Membership to gain access to exclusive cuts, cash back and more! 

 

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Episode 374: How to Naturally Increase Your Progesterone

Monday Dec 11, 2023

Monday Dec 11, 2023

Can you naturally increase your progesterone? How does stress deplete this important hormone? How does progesterone act differently than synthetic progestin in the body? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and more about our favorite hormone! 

 

In this episode we will be talking all about progesterone, its role in the body, why it gets depleted, and so much more. Plus we’ll be covering 10+ natural ways to increase it including diet, supplements and lifestyle tweaks. 

 

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This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

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Episode 373: Are Your Bones Being Destroyed By Toxins?

Monday Dec 04, 2023

Monday Dec 04, 2023

Are toxins like BPA, phthalates, and heavy metals destroying your bones? How can we support healthy bones and removal of toxins that may interfere? Tune in to hear us discuss bone health, the role of toxicity on osteoporosis, and food-as-medicine and supplement support to maintain bone health. 

 

Toxic metals and endocrine disrupting chemicals (such as BPA in plastic water bottles) interfere with the signaling of osteoblasts our bone building cells while depleting antioxidants and driving bone destruction. Not only are toxins driving obesity but now we have another reason for targeted detox support! In this episode we will cover emerging research on the impact of toxins on your bone health, ways to reduce toxicity, and top supplements and nutrients of focus to support your bones! 

 

Also in this episode:

  • OsteoFactors MCHC bone matrix form of bioavailable calcium with phosphorus and bone growth factors
  • Vitamin D Balanced Blend to aid in calcium absorption and direct the calcium into the bone while preventing kidney stones and calcification of arteries
  • Cellular Antiox contains NAC and glutathione to aid in detoxification of heavy metals while reducing joint inflammation and pain and supporting antioxidant status
  • Detox Packs contain botanicals and antioxidants for phase 1 support and protection against free radicals while providing an abundance of  sulfur containing amino acids for phase 2 detox support to aid in safe excretion of toxins.
  • Pure Collagen a grassfed collagen lab tested for toxic metals and containing Fortibone the unique peptide clinically proven to improve bone density scores.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.

 

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Episode 372: AG1 vs. Real Food Green Smoothie

Monday Nov 27, 2023

Monday Nov 27, 2023

Is Athletic Greens worth the $90 per month price tag? Are green powders any better than green smoothies? What is up with proprietary blends? Tune in to hear us discuss trendy greens powders and whether they are worth the hype. 

 

In this episode, we dig into the many benefits of greens and why we love adding them to smoothies, salads, and so much more. But are greens powders an adequate replacement? Hear us deconstruct the most popular greens powder label and give you our hot take! 

 

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Better than AG1 Smoothie: 

½ cup coconut milk

½ cup water

3 cups leafy greens OR 2 large superfood greens cubes

½ frozen banana

1 tsp Noble Origins organ complex use code ALIMILLERRD

1 tsp maca

1 Tbsp chia seeds 

1 Tbsp ground flaxseed 

1 tsp bee pollen

1 Tbsp almond butter

1 Scoop Naturally Nourished Grassfed Whey

1 scoop Naturally Nourished Pure Collagen

Optional: 1 tsp cacao, matcha, or acai berry powder for antioxidant boost

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Noble Origins, an animal-based organs focused company serving up Nose-To-Tail Protein With Organs, Collagen, & Colostrum. Our Noble Organs Complex is a powdered blend of high-quality beef organs from New Zealand-sourced grass-fed Beef liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen. Bring Nose-to-tail nutrition to the masses that need it most: Americans. We do this through a delicious once-a-day shake that the whole family can love. Check it out here and use code ALIMILLERRD to get a free bag of Noble Organs Complex at checkout.



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Episode 371: Navigating the Holidays & Gift Guide

Monday Nov 20, 2023

Monday Nov 20, 2023

Thanksgiving caught you by surprise this week? We swear it comes earlier each year! Tune in to get inspired with food-as-medicine goodness, tips for staying on track, and our holiday supplement game plan to navigate everything from alcohol indulgence to coping with holiday stress. 

 

In this episode, we recap Halloween fun with our families and share favorite hacks for staying healthy through the holiday season. We’ll also share holiday menu inspiration, ways to survive any gathering without feeling bloated and guilty, and some of our favorite non-food traditions. We’ll also share gift inspiration from the whole Naturally Nourished Team!

 

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This episode is sponsored by: 

This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIRD to save $30 off first month of subscription or purchase a unique 1 time meter at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd. Check out this episode with Kara of Nutrisense on why we find a CGM to be such an amazing tool!

 

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Episode 370: Biological Dentistry with Dr. Joan Sefcik

Monday Nov 13, 2023

Monday Nov 13, 2023

How does oral health relate to whole body health? What are the concerns with root canals, implants, and fillings? What foods and nutrients are best for oral health? Tune in to hear us cover all this and more in this informative episode with Biological Dentist Dr. Joan Sefcik. 

 

In this episode, we pick Dr. Joan’s brain about everything from mercury fillings to fluoride and discuss where conventional dentistry took a wrong turn. Learn what you can do to improve your oral health, what to look for in a toothpaste, and whether you should be flossing everyday. 

 

About Dr. Joan Sefcik:

Dr. Joan Sefcik has been practicing Biological dentistry in Austin for over 26 years. She is the past president of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, is currently a board member and a part of the accreditation team. She has also been knighted in the Sacred Medical Order of the Knights of Hope.

 

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This episode is sponsored by: 

This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIRD to save $30 off first month of subscription or purchase unique 1 time meter at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd. Check out this episode with Kara of Nutrisense on why we find a CGM to be such an amazing tool!

 

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