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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.
Episodes

Monday Aug 10, 2020
Episode 201: Autism and ADHD: A Functional Approach
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Is your child dealing with a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism? Looking for alternative approaches to medication for behavioral issues? Want to know how to best support neurological health, concentration and focus? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss the rise of ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, from conventional approaches to supporting optimal neurological and behavioral health in our children. In today’s episode we will cover primary irritants to avoid as well as foods to focus on and some root causes of imbalance including gut health, detoxification pathways, and nutritional deficiency trends.
In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss functional approaches to neurological and behavioral health from assessing common nutritional deficiencies, identifying food allergies or heavy metal toxicity, balancing blood sugar levels and providing nutrients for optimal cognitive function.
We take a whole body approach addressing mind with restructuring thought patterns and self-esteem building techniques, behavior with development of routine and consistency, and diet to ensure we can provide you with balanced support for optimal results. Some of the most over prescribed medications include methamphetamines to treat attention deficits, especially in kids.
But what is exciting is that we know that ADHD and other psychological disorders may be caused by dietary/digestive reasons and may be treated with food as medicine.
Also in This Episode:
- Episode 138: Autism, ADHD and Functional Pediatrics with Guest Dr. Emily Gutierrez
- Choconana Smoothie Recipe & Blog on ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
- Treatment Potential of Melatonin
- The Influence of Blue Light
- Flux App
- Blueblockers
- Food Allergies and Sensitivities
- The Importance of Blood Sugar Control
- Dysbiosis and Gut Health
- Heavy Metal Toxicity
- Nutrient Deficiencies
- Magnesium
- B6
- Vitamin C
- Carnitine
- Use of Gaba and CBD
- GabaCalm
- Santa Cruz Medicinals CBD use code ALIMILLERRD for 15% off
- Weaning from Adderall
- Food as Medicine Support
- Omega 3s
- B Vitamins
- Healthy School Lunches Blog
Research Referenced in this Episode:
- Pharmacological Therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review
- The potential role of the antioxidant and detoxification properties of glutathione in autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis
- Malondialdehyde levels in adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
- A preliminary study of the effect of pyridoxine administration in a subgroup of hyperkinetic children: a double-blind crossover comparison with methylphenidate
- Improvement of neurobehavioral disorders in children supplemented with magnesium-vitamin B6.
- Non-Pharmacological Treatments for ADHD in Youth
- Oral Cannabidiol Use in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder to Treat Related Symptoms and Co-morbidities
Sponsors for this Episode:
This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted.
Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!
This episode is also sponsored by Santa Cruz Medicinals, makers of potent and affordable CBD with effective dosing. For more information check out www.scmedicinals.com and use code ALIMILLERRD for 15% off your order.

Monday Aug 03, 2020
Episode 200: Get to Know the Naturally Nourished Fam!
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
This week marks Episode 200 of the Naturally Nourished Podcast and to celebrate, we’re bringing you a fun and lighthearted episode focused on getting to know our team, our story and our mission. Brady and Byron, our behind-the-scenes husbands, make a special guest appearance and tell all about what it is like being married to Ali and Becki, how they explain functional medicine and how we really eat at home!
In this milestone episode, the Naturally Nourished team reflects on the evolution of the podcast, brand and food-as-medicine philosophy. Listen to us jive on how we all met, favorite music we’re listening to right now and new parent advice. Plus hear the dudes dish on how many supplements they think we really take, favorite formulas in the Naturally Nourished line and tried and true recipes we actually make on a regular rotation!
Also in this Episode:
- Naturally Nourished YouTube Channel
- The Evolution of the Naturally Nourished Podcast & Favorite Episodes
- Husbands Tell All
- How We Met
- Music Talk: One Album Listeners Need to Know About & Personal Theme Songs
- Cotton Jones - Paranoid Coccoon
- Rose City Band - Summer Long
- Mac Miller - Circles
- Tennis - Swimmer (Stella’s favorite)
- Applying the Naturally Nourished Philosophy
- Parenting and New Baby Advice
- How Many Supplements We Really Take
- Our Favorite Supplements
- Favorite Recipes
Sponsors for This Episode:
This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!

Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Episode 199: The Importance of Breath
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
When was the last time you stopped to focus on your breath? If it’s been awhile, stop what you’re doing and tune in to this episode where Ali and Becki will focus on the respiratory system, the importance of breath and how you can harness your breath to benefit your brain, mood, immune function and metabolism!
In this episode, Ali and Becki will unpack common conditions and symptoms that impact the respiratory system as well as food as medicine and supplement solutions. Beyond respiratory illness, breathwork can be a dynamic way to manage anxiety and stop chronic stress response. Learn about the science behind breathing techniques such as 4-7-8, Ujayi breath and Wim Hoff methods as well as why you should focus on breathing through your nose instead of your mouth! Plus we cover breath in the context of masking and the influence of disinfectants and cleaning chemicals in our respiratory systems!
Also in This Episode:
- What is the Respiratory System?
- Common Respiratory Conditions
- Functional Approaches to Asthma and Respiratory Conditions
- Episode 198: So You’re On an Antibiotic
- Omega 3s
- Quercitin & Vitamin C
- Magnesium
- Vitamin D
- NAC & Glutathione
- XClear Nasal Spray
- Food as Medicine Recommendations for Respiratory Health
- Nose vs. Mouth Breathing
- The Impact of Masks on Breath
- Breathing Techniques
- Breath - James Nestor
- The Anti-Anxiety Diet
- 4-7-8 Breath
- Wim Hoff Breath
- Ujjayi Breath
- Respiratory Impact of Disinfectants
- Studies Referenced in This Episode:
Sponsors for this episode:
This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted. Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!
This episode is also sponsored by Do Fasting, an intermittent fasting app that includes all the necessary tools for successful weight loss. Do Fasting guides clients through a fasting challenge, logs calories, weight and water intake and offers meal prep tips and online workouts. Use coupon code ALIMILLERRD at checkout to receive 50% off DoFasting 6 month plan + 6 months free of charge at dofasting.com.

Monday Jul 20, 2020
Episode 198: So You’re On An Antibiotic and Safety Concerns of Sterility
Monday Jul 20, 2020
Monday Jul 20, 2020
Wonder what to do if you have to take an antibiotic? Curious about the efficacy of probiotics and if they are all they're cracked up to be? Want to know more about antibiotic resistance and managing infections naturally? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss concerns with widespread antibiotic use and overuse, what to do if you must take one and how you can support your family’s wellness so that antibiotics become a last resort rather than first line of defense!
There has been a lot of recent buzz about whether probiotics are actually effective in mainstream media leading many to question whether the formulas they have been taking for years are actually doing anything. There is actually a myriad of scientific literature that supports the efficacy of probiotics for everything from digestive concerns to mood to immune health and beyond! In this episode we unpack current research on the benefits of probiotics and discuss why strain and potency matters when it comes to choosing a quality probiotic. We dig in to the scary side effects of antibiotics and discuss strategies to mitigate antibiotic use as well as how you can avoid needing them in the first place. Plus hear our concerns with the recent push toward sterilization and sanitization in the context of the pandemic and how you can minimize exposure and support your body’s detox processes!
Also In This Episode:
- Episode 60: Dysbiosis and the Microbiome
- Episode 68: Supporting Your Immune System Naturally
- Episode 87: The Gut Brain Axis
- Episode 131: Candida and SIBO Deep Dive
- Episode 174: The Dysbiosis Disease Connection and Ali’s Cleanse
- Do Probiotics Actually Do Anything?
- Benefits of Probiotics & Studies Referenced in this Episode:
- Digestion
- Mood
- Hormones
- Immune Health
- Metabolism
- Why are Antibiotics Problematic?
- Antibiotic Resistance
- Side Effects of Antibiotics
- Allergies and Asthma in Children
- Managing Ear Infections
- What if I Have to Take An Antibiotic?
- Natural Antimicrobial Compounds
- Concerns with Pandemic Precautions Driving Sterility
- Supporting Detox When Exposed to Disinfectants
Sponsors for this Episode:
This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!
This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Monday Jul 13, 2020
Episode 197: Men’s Health, Mood, and Summer Survival Q&A
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Wish you could pick our brains all day long? You asked, we answer in this grab bag Q&A episode covering everything from hair loss in men to probiotics for kids to our thoughts on the sourdough trend! Tune in for a ripping episode jam-packed with practical solutions for you and your family!
In this episode, Ali and Becki tackle your burning questions. You’ll hear our take on everything from supporting healthy testosterone to constipation in pregnancy to getting off blood pressure medication. Plus hear tips and tricks for staying safe with summer fun and supporting your body with chlorine exposure. As always, this episode is infused with food-as-medicine recommendations, supplement strategy and tons of practical tips for nourishing your family and thriving in your body!
Also In This Episode:
- Prior Q&A Episodes
- Male Hair Loss
- Supporting Healthy Testosterone Levels
- Getting off Blood Pressure Medication
- Should Children Be Gluten Free?
- What’s the Deal with Sourdough?
- How to Deal with Gallstones?
- Probiotics for Kids?
- Sleep Needs for Children
- Supporting Your System with Chlorine Exposure
- Is Vitamin D Supplementation Necessary for Infants?
- Thoughts on a Plant Based Diet?
- Where to Start for a Teen with Prediabetes and Depression?
- Can I use Magnesium Citrate for Constipation in Pregnancy?
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Sponsors for this episode:
This episode is sponsored by Do Fasting, an intermittent fasting app that includes all the necessary tools for successful weight loss. Do Fasting guides clients through a fasting challenge, logs calories, weight and water intake and offers meal prep tips and online workouts. Use coupon code ALIMILLERRD at checkout to receive 50% off DoFasting 6 month plan + 6 months free of charge at dofasting.com.
This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Monday Jul 06, 2020
Episode 196: Becki’s Second Trimester
Monday Jul 06, 2020
Monday Jul 06, 2020
If you tuned in for Becki’s first trimester, you’ll definitely want to hear the updates in this second trimester wrap up episode! Whether you are currently pregnant, trying to conceive or just curious about the changes that happen to your body during pregnancy, you won’t want to miss this jam-packed episode. Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss weight gain in pregnancy, reasons for choosing natural childbirth, and opting out of the oral glucose tolerance test.
In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss second trimester shifts, nutrients of focus and what is really happening in your body during this time. You’ll learn where all that pregnancy weight gain actually goes, what is happening with baby during your second trimester and how you can support increasing growth demands for you and babe. Plus, Becki reveals the gender of Baby Yoo and we discuss advocacy for mamas giving birth during the pandemic!
Also in this Episode:
- Episode 21: Ali’s First Trimester
- Episode 25: Ali’s Second Trimester
- Episode 27: Ali’s Third Trimester
- Episode 134: Supplements and Keto During Pregnancy
- Episode 186: Becki’s First Trimester
- Episode 55: Breastfeeding
- Episode 46: Postpartum Nutrition
- Second Trimester Body Changes
- Weight Gain in Pregnancy
- Where Does All the Weight Go During Pregnancy? (Graphic from Mama Natural)
- Weight Gain in Pregnancy
- What’s Going on With Baby During Second Trimester
- Supporting Growth Demands
- 20 Week Anatomy Ultrasound & Gender Reveal!
- Reasons for Choosing Natural Birth
- Hiring a Doula
- Ali’s Natural C-Section
- Opting out of the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
- Lowering Blood Sugar During Pregnancy
- COVID-19 Considerations & Resources
- Dealing with Anxiety During Pregnancy
- Heartburn and Reflux
- Constipation
Sponsors for this episode:
This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!

Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
In light of the current pandemic, so much of the current narrative is focused on fear, increasing case counts and the ambiguous calls to flatten the curve by means of lockdown, social distancing and universal mask wearing. In this episode, we break down the importance of metabolic health in the context of the pandemic and do a deep dive on fact vs. fear with guest Dr. Paul Saladino. We also discuss considerations of an all meat diet and his newly revised book, The Carnivore Code.
In this episode, we interview Dr. Saladino on his perspective on why we need to flatten the fear and use this pandemic as an opportunity to correct the underlying metabolic issues that make us vulnerable to the virus. This isn’t the first, nor will it be the last, viral threat to humans and looking to deepen our understanding of how the immune system functions, how nutrients like Vitamin D and glutathione can support whole body health, and how insulin resistance is the real pandemic is being dangerously overlooked. Tune in to hear us discuss herd immunity, shortcomings of a vaccine and how we can tap into nature to create resilience. Plus hear all about Dr. Paul’s book, The Carnivore Code, where he debunks common misconceptions of a meat-based diet and shares his perspective on why plants might not be supportive of whole body health.
Also in this Episode:
- Episode 127: In Defense of Vegetables
- Episode 193: Polyphenols and the Power of Produce
- Why Metabolic Disease is the Real Pandemic
- The Importance of Vitamin D
- How Glutathione Supports COVID-19 Outcomes
- Considerations of a Carnivore Diet
More About Dr. Paul Saladino:
Dr. Saladino is the leading authority on the science and application of the carnivore diet. He has used this diet to reverse autoimmunity, chronic inflammation and mental health issues in hundreds of patients, many of whom had been told their conditions were untreatable. In addition to his personal podcast, Fundamental Health, he can be found featured on numerous podcasts including The Minimalists, The Model Health Show, Bulletproof Radio, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, The Ben Greenfield Podcast, Dr. Mercola, Health Theory, Mark Bell’s Power Project, and many others. He has also appeared on The Doctors TV show and will release his first book in 2020 titled, “The Carnivore Code: Unlocking the Secrets to Optimal Health by Returning to our Ancestral Diet.”
Sponsors for this episode:
This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted.
Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!
This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Monday Jun 22, 2020
Episode 194: Stella’s 4th Birthday and Kids Nutrition Q&A
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Want to know what miss Stella did for her 4th birthday this year? Curious about nutrition recommendations for 3-4 year olds? Want to know what was on the menu for Stella’s Paleo Princess Tea Party? Tune in to hear Ali reflect on Stella’s transition from age three to four, using mantra with your kids and navigating big feelings, and of course share some 4 year old approved recipe inspiration!
In this episode, Ali and Becki unpack Stella’s development and using mantra to navigate book tour, a new school environment, and the “bad season” this past year. Ali shares what is in Stella’s lunchbox, ideas for nut free school lunches and why prioritizing protein, probiotics and fat have kept Stella grounded and resilient this year. Plus learn what was on the menu for Stella’s 4th birthday party and get answers to some of your burning kids nutrition questions!
Also in This Episode:
- Episode 88: Stella’s 2nd Birthday
- Episode 142: Stella’s 3rd Birthday
- Mama Mantras & Reflections on Age 3
- Priorities for Kids Lunches
- Paleo Tea Party Menu
- Listener Q&A
- Top Supplements for Kids
- Using Keto for Kids
- Iron Deficiency in Kids
Sponsors for This Episode:
This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Monday Jun 15, 2020
Episode 193: Polyphenols and the Power of Produce
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Have you heard the words polyphenols and antioxidants tossed around but not really sure what they mean? Curious about intolerance of plants and how you can correct this from the root cause? Want to know more about how polyphenols support gut health, detoxification and more? Tune in to hear us highlight the power of produce and how you can pack polyphenol rich foods into your diet to optimize your intake and reduce oxidative stress!
Polyphenols have demonstrated anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory properties in human health. In this episode, we highlight the benefits of plants and reasons we find them essential in an optimal diet for whole body health. Learn why organic and sustainable farming increases polyphenol production in plants and what foods have the best bang for their buck (hint: chocolate, wine and coffee make the list!)
Also in This Episode:
- Episode 127: In Defense of Vegetables
- What are Polyphenols?
- Benefits of Polyphenols
- What Creates Oxidative Stress?
- How Plant Compounds Influence Gut Health
- How Polyphenols Support Detox
- How Organic and Sustainable Farming Increases Polyphenols
- Abundance Goals for Optimizing Your Intake
- 2-3 cups of leafy greens (spinach is high)
- Citrus peel
- Tea 4-5x/wk
- Berries
- Wine
- What to do if You Don’t Tolerate Plants
- The Time and Place for Carnivore
- Research References in this Episode
Sponsors for This Episode:
This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!

Monday Jun 08, 2020
Episode 192: Keeping Our Kids Safe?
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Episode 192: Keeping Our Kids Safe?
In this week’s episode, we discuss the impact of the pandemic on our children as well as their true risk factors. We unpacked the CDC Back to School Guidelines that were released in May and discussed how to support their immune system to be resilient vs. weak from excessive sterility and stress. We discussed the impact of connection and touch as well as misuse of masks and manipulation of the concept of asymptomatic carriers.
In this episode we discuss creating a vibration of calm in your household, as well as the basic needs for children’s mental and immune health, including nutrients, lifestyle, and tips to support! Learn about supplement strategy for supporting your little ones as they go back to school and engage with friends, the importance of outdoor play, and how you can advocate for their best interests to school and community leaders.
Also in This Episode:
- Creating a Vibration of Calm in Your Household
- Basic Needs For Children’s Mental Health
- Developing a Child’s Immune System
- CDC Guidelines for Reopening Schools
- The Importance of Physical Touch
- How Sterilization and Separation Hinder the Immune System
- Asymptomatic Carriers and Why Cloth Facemasks Don’t Work
- Past Episodes on Immune Health
- Supporting Your Child’s Immune System
Sponsors for This Episode:
This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!
This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.