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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 Jan 29, 2024
Episode 380: Why Test Your Micronutrients & What Deficiency Trends Tell You
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Curious about your micronutrient status? Wonder if you’re still deficient even though you take a multivitamin and eat a whole foods diet? Want to know how a simple blood test can tell you exactly what to supplement with and what foods to focus on? Tune in to learn about micronutrient testing--from the mechanisms of testing, to why you might be deficient in the first place, to how you can use this data to optimize and thrive!
In this episode, we will cover micronutrient testing and what trends of deficiency can tell you about your health. Even if you eat “healthy” you can be deficient based on increased demand, inability to absorb or use, inadequate intake. Testing micronutrients can play a turnkey role in your wellness as we can see beyond the nutrient itself and see the story of the deficiency trends to address the root cause of imbalance. Plus we’ll explore case studies, from a postmenopausal woman to a carnivore to someone dealing with chronic fatigue and brain fog and discuss actual interventions that made a world of difference for these clients!
Get the Cellular Nutrient Analysis Micronutrient Panel for only $374 with code MNT25 Includes a customized email review from Ali or Becki with diet, lifestyle & supplement recommendations!
Also in this episode:
- Episode 261: Micronutrient Testing and Our Personal Results
- Episode 177: Why You Need Supplements
- Episode 178: Why You Need Supplements Part 2
- Episode 247: Drug Induced Nutrient Deficiency
- How the Cellular Nutrient Analysis is different from a serum blood test
- Why you may be deficient despite a healthy diet and supplementation
- Case Study #1: Postmenopausal Woman with weight gain, anxiety, disrupted sleep
- Case Study #2: Biohacker Carnivore doing everything right but under high stress
- Case Study #3: Chronic fatigue and brain fog
- Research
- Arulselvan P, Fard MT, Tan WS, Gothai S, Fakurazi S, Norhaizan ME, Kumar SS. Role of Antioxidants and Natural Productsin Inflammation. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2016;2016:5276130. Epub 2016 Oct 10. Review. PubMed PMID: 27803762;
PubMed Central PMCID: PMC5075620. - Angelo G, Drake VJ, Frei B. Efficacy of Multivitamin/mineral Supplementation to Reduce Chronic Disease Risk: A Critical Review of the Evidence from Observational Studies and Randomized Controlled Trials. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(14):1968-91. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2014.912199. Review. PubMed PMID: 24941429.
- Liguori I, Russo G, Curcio F, Bulli G, Aran L, Della-Morte D, Gargiulo G, Testa G, Cacciatore F, Bonaduce D, Abete P. Oxidative stress, aging, and diseases. Clin Interv Aging. 2018 Apr 26;13:757-772. doi: 10.2147/CIA.S158513. eCollection
2018. Review. PubMed PMID: 29731617; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC5927356. - Rheaume-Bleue, K. Choosing the Right Vitamin K2: Menaquinone-4 vs Menaquinone-7. Clinical considerations of different forms of vitamin K2. Natural Medicine Journal (October, 2015)
- Sanders, TAB., Functional Dietary Lipids, 2016. Linoleic Acid, Shichiri, M., Yoshida, Y., Niki E., 2014, Unregulated Lipid Peroxidation in Neurological Dysfunction, Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Brain and Neurological Health, Retrieved March 23, 2019 from
- Arulselvan P, Fard MT, Tan WS, Gothai S, Fakurazi S, Norhaizan ME, Kumar SS. Role of Antioxidants and Natural Productsin Inflammation. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2016;2016:5276130. Epub 2016 Oct 10. Review. PubMed PMID: 27803762;
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 Jan 22, 2024
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!
Also in this episode:
- LAST CALL to join 12 Week Food as Medicine Ketosis Program for January 2024
- Announcing the Naturally Nourished Tea Line! Use code NNTEA10 for 10% off your first tea order! Excludes subscriptions and bundles
- Favorite Tea Brewing Tools
- Health Benefits of Tea
- More on Kim & True Leaf Tea
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.

Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
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!
Also in this episode:
- Last Call to Join our Keto Class! Enrollment closes 1/20/24!
- Why Keto?
- Debunking Misinformation About Keto
- What Makes Our Approach Unique
- Priorities of Making Ketones
- Carb Control
- Fasting
- Support Stress Levels
- Troubleshooting Ketone Production
- DHEA-s
- Liver Health
- Carnitine Levels
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!

Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
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!
Also in this episode:
- Live Keto Program Starts 1/10!
- Episode 39 Forming Healthy Habits
- Episode 67 Successful Resolutions & Goal Setting
- Episode 119 Owning 2019: Manifestations, Goal Setting and Accountability
- Episode 169: Resolutions and focus for new year
- Episode 43: Living Your Bliss: Ali's Recalibration
- Episode 164 Make Positivity Louder
- Habit Stacking
- Weight Loss
- Energy
- Digestion
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!

Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
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.
Also in this episode:
- Live Ketosis Program Starts 1/10
- Episode 374 How to Naturally Increase Your Progesterone
- Episode 360 From 30s-50s Women's Hormone Support Part 1
- Episode 252 From Fertility to Breezing through Menopause
- What is the fertility cliff myth?
- Factors influencing fertility
- Fertility in men
- Fertility and Blood Glucose Levels
- Supplements to Boost Fertility
- CoQ10
- CoQ10 Complex
- Coenzyme Q10 restores oocyte mitochondrial function and fertility during reproductive aging
- Pretreatment with coenzyme Q10 improves ovarian response and embryo quality in low-prognosis young women with decreased ovarian reserve: a randomized controlled trial
- Superfood Chicken Nuggets [kid approved recipe] – YouTube
- NAC & Glutathione
- Inositol
- MultiAvail Mama
- Adaptogen Boost
- Bio-C Plus
- Calm and Clear
- Maca
- Vitex
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.

Monday Dec 18, 2023
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.
Also in this episode:
- 12 Week Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program
- Episode 63: Intermittent Fasting
- Episode 148: Fasting and MTOR
- Episode 259: How to do a Bone Broth Fast + Fasting Updates
- What is fasting and why consider it?
- Where can fasting go wrong
- Fasting and leptin
- Biomarkers to monitor
- Fasting Glucose
- Fasting Insulin
- Ketones
- hs-CRP
- Fasting and autophagy
- How keto supports autophagy
- Types of fasting
- Benefits of Tea
- Does collagen break your fast?
- Cancer, Fasting & MTOR
- Who should not fast?
- Thoughts on Prolon
- 5 Day Mini Detox (free with purchase of Detox Packs)
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!

Monday Dec 11, 2023
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.
Also in this episode:
- 12 Week Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program Starts 1/10!
- What is Progesterone?
- Signs of Low Progesterone
- How Does Progesterone Get Depleted?
- Estrogen Dominance
- Progesterone vs. Progestin
- Why Salivary Hormone Testing is Key
- How to Naturally Boost Your Progesterone
- Quality Fat
- Zinc
- Magnesium
- B6
- Vitamin C
- Rhodiola
- Chasteberry/Vitex
- Thoughts on Bioidentical Progesterone
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.

Monday Dec 04, 2023
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:
- Episode 122: Building Strong Bones
- Episode 144 All About Collagen
- Episode 205 Structural Health Support
- Episode 345 Bone Health & Calcium Myths
- January LIVE Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program
- Why Bone Health Matters
- Diet Risk Factors
- How Does Keto Affect Your Bones
- The Role of Collagen in Bone Health
- Toxins and Bone Health
- Environmental toxins are a major cause of bone loss
- Exposure to heavy metals and the risk of osteopenia or osteoporosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
- Urinary phthalate biomarkers and bone mineral density in postmenopausal women
- Association of bone mineral density with nine urinary personal care and consumer product chemicals and metabolites: a national-representative, population-based study
- Relationship of blood heavy metals and osteoporosis among the middle-aged and elderly adults: a secondary analysis from NHANES 2013 to 2014 and 2017 to 2018
- Association of air particulate pollution with bone loss over time and bone fracture risk: analysis of data from two independent studies
- Ambient air pollution, bone mineral density and osteoporosis: results from a national population-based cohort study
- Adherence to Mediterranean diet in relation to bone mineral density and risk of fracture: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
- Reducing Toxicity in Your Home
- Branch Basics use code ALIMILLERRD
- Air Doctor Filter
- Episode 292 All About Water
- Detox Support
- Microbiome and Bone Health
- Food as Medicine For Bone Health
- Top supplements for bone health:
- 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.

Monday Nov 27, 2023
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!
Also in this episode:
- January Live Keto Class Starts 1/10
- Episode 317 Getting Your Greens
- Benefits of Leafy Greens
- Athletic Greens Breakdown
- Why Green Smoothies are Superior
- Silicone Ice Cube Tray
- E3 Live
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.

Monday Nov 20, 2023
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!
Also in this episode:
- Black Friday Deals
- Buy a Naturally Nourished Gift Card Now through Dec 31st and save $10 off $100
- Halloween Recap
- Holiday Tips
- Prioritize Protein
- Manage Alcohol Consumption
- Choose Your Non-Negotiables
- Know Your Options and Have a Plan of Action
- Coping with Overindulgence
- Supplement Game Plan
- Holiday Menu Inspiration
- Non-Food Magic
- Gift Guide from the Naturally Nourished Fam
- Sunlighten Sauna - use code ALIMILLERRD to save big
- WMP Sunglasses
- Blink Outdoor Camera
- SNS Grill
- Air Doctor
- Made In Carbon Steel Pan
- LeCruset 3.5 Quart Braising Dish
- Cultures for Health GF Sourdough Starter use code ALI15X
- Canelle et Vanille Gluten Free Baking Cookbook
- Grace Holistic Skin
- Breville Tea Maker
- Portable Pizza Oven
- The Redstone - Outdoor Hiking & Climbing Knife
- Grill Press · 5.5" - Made In
- Stocking Stuffers
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!