Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! Ready to revolutionize your wardrobe and boost your self-esteem? Our latest WellFuel Podcast episode is here to jazz up your style game! 🎉 This week, host Isabel sits down with the fabulous Chandler Palmer, a coach who's all about helping women unlock their inner fashionistas and embrace their unique flair. Get ready for a fun-filled chat that'll have you itching to raid your closet (or hit the shops)! 🔥 Hot topics we dive into: How your outfit can be your secret weapon for confidenceFinding your signature style (hint: it's easier than you think!)Why dressing for YOU is the ultimate act of self-love Plus, Chandler's spilling the tea on her personal fashion journey that'll inspire you to strut your stuff with pride.  But wait, there's more! 🎁 Chandler's hooking you up with a FREE download of outfit inspo to kickstart your style revolution. It's like having a personal stylist in your pocket! It's called "UNLEASH HER" and it's the secret to elevating your soul & stepping toward your destiny! https://chandlerleeco.com/page/wakeuplikeher Don't miss out on this feel-good, look-good episode. Tune in now and get ready to transform your wardrobe and your world! Listen, love it, and share it with your squad. Let's spread the fashion-fueled confidence far and wide! ----------------- About Chandler Palmer: Chandler is a coach, an educator and a movement-ignitor. She activates women to tap into the depths of their desires and enter a journey to creating lifelong confidence, fulfillment and riches.Chandler comes from a background of being a collegiate athlete, a middle school teacher, a medical device sales woman and now a thought leader paving her own way. With that, she delivers a unique combination of motivation, inspiration and tough love to empower you to take the action toward your juiciest dreams. You can find Chandler on Instagram: @chandlerleeco or at her website: https://chandlerleeco.com/ ----------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can support you in your health journey? Book a call with us today! ----------------- Join us next week for the next episode of The Wellfuel Podcast!  Be sure to like, share and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future!   You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: ⁠@isabelsmithnutrition or checking out our website. Want to watch the podcast in video form?  Check out our Youtube channel!  To good health, The Isabel Smith Nutrition Team

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! Ever wondered why your stomach feels like it's doing somersaults after certain foods? Or why your little one can't seem to catch a break from those pesky allergies? Well, buckle up, because our latest podcast episode is about to take you on a wild ride through the microscopic universe living inside us all! Today we've got Cheryl Sew Hoy, the brilliant mind behind Tiny Health, spilling the beans on why our gut microbiome is basically the cool kid on the block when it comes to our overall health. Trust me, you'll never look at your belly the same way again! Here's a sneak peek of what's in store: The shocking link between your gut and... well, pretty much everything else in your bodyWhy your mom's vaginal microbiome might be the MVP you never knew you hadThe C-section conundrum: What it means for your baby's tiny tummy tenantsProbiotics: Not all heroes wear capes (but they do come in capsules) Plus, Cheryl drops some serious knowledge bombs about why your baby's gut should be throwing a party for bifidobacteria. Spoiler alert: It's a big deal for their immune system and overall health! So, whether you're a science nerd, a health enthusiast, or just someone who wants to understand why your body does what it does, this episode is for you. It's time to get up close and personal with your microbiome! Ready to dive in? Click that play button and prepare to have your mind (and maybe your gut) blown! Happy listening! P.S. Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. After all, good gut health is meant to be shared (but maybe not the bacteria themselves - let's not get crazy here)! --------------- About Cheryl Sew Hoy: Cheryl is an accomplished and repeat founder of multiple companies, including the nonprofit Moving Forward, as well as a successful consumer software startup that was acquired by Walmart Labs in 2013. In 2014, she was headhunted by the White House to become CEO of Magic - a $30 million funded agency to spur the innovation of ecosystems in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. In 2020, Cheryl founded Tiny Health to take charge of her family's microbiome health after giving birth to her two children when she realized that early life microbiome imbalances are linked to many chronic conditions later in life. Cheryl has extensive expertise in building consumer brands and has raised a total of $34 million. She's an angel investor and advisor to many startups. Cheryl earned her master's degree in engineering management and data mining and her bachelor's degree in operations research and industrial engineering from Cornell. The Tiny Health team includes leading microbiologists, scientists, and physicians with backgrounds from the Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, Wash U, Stanford, Cornell, Boston Children's Hospital, and UCSF. You can find Cheryl at her website, TinyHealth.com and on Instagram @tiny.health DON'T MISS OUT: Get a $20 discount on your first order with TinyHealth.com with discount code ISABEL - just for our Wellfuel Podcast listeners! ---------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ---------------------- Join us next week for the next episode of The Wellfuel Podcast!  Be sure to like, share and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future!   You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: ⁠@isabelsmithnutrition or checking out our website. To good health, The Isabel Smith Nutrition Team

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! Ready for a game-changing conversation? Tune in to our latest episode as Isabel and Spencer dive deep into the art of personal transformation! Ever feel stuck in a rut? Wondering how to navigate life's ups and downs? This episode is your roadmap to positive change. Our hosts share their own inspiring journeys and offer practical wisdom to help you shift your perspective and unlock your potential. Get ready to: • Discover how simple physical activities can skyrocket your mood • Learn the one question that turns challenges into opportunities • Tap into the wisdom of your future self (yes, really!) • Rediscover the power of play and simplicity in your daily life Whether you're facing a tough time or just looking to level up, Isabel and Spencer's insights will leave you feeling energized and equipped to create lasting change. Don't miss this empowering discussion on mindset shifts that can revolutionize your life! Press play now and take the first step towards a more vibrant, purposeful you. Your future self will thank you! ----------------- About Spencer Megan: Spencer Megan is a coach and thought leader on career and life empowerment for women. Through her live mentorship program, The Force Within, she merges the world of personal development with the art and science of manifestation to help women build fulfilling lives and careers they love. Spencer's mission is to help women empower themselves to create career and lifestyle transformation as quickly and easily as possible. You got one life my love and it gets to be good. Real good. Every part of it. Your career, lifestyle, relationships...they get to be exactly what you want them to be. This journey is ready for you. Are you ready for it? Find Spencer on Instagram @_spencermegan or on her website at spencermegan.com. ---------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ---------------------- Join us next week for the next episode of The Wellfuel Podcast!  Be sure to like, share and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future!   You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: ⁠@isabelsmithnutrition or checking out our website. To good health, The Isabel Smith Nutrition Team

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, Isabel and Michelle Shapiro, RD dive deep into the importance of talking to your body positively during the healing journey. They share fascinating insights on how our nervous system learns through example and language, and how showing and telling our body that we will be okay—even if we haven't experienced it yet—can make a world of difference. Here's a sneak peek of what you'll hear: ✨ The Role of the Nervous System: Discover how our body responds to positive language and why it's crucial for healing. ✨ Finding the Right Practitioner: Learn why it's important to find a practitioner who creates a safe space and makes you feel supported. ✨ Navigating Weight Gain: Understand the challenges of weight gain during the healing process and how to tolerate and sit with the discomfort. ✨ Embracing Your Body: The importance of buying clothes that fit and having compassion for your body. Isabel and Michelle bring their usual warmth and wisdom to this episode, making it both informative and heartening. Whether you're on a healing journey or just curious about the mind-body connection, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in now and start showing your body some love! 💕 ------------ About Michelle Shapiro, RD: Michelle Shapiro is an integrative functional registered dietitian in New York City who's helped over a thousand clients reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut and immune issues, and approach their weight in a loving way. Michelle has a virtual practice of five nutritionists where she and her team work one-on-one towards these goals. She's the host of Quiet the Diet podcast, where she helps listeners bridge the gap between body positivity and functional nutrition.You can find Michelle at her website, https://michelleshapirord.com/ or on Instagram @Michelleshapirord. ------------------------ Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition or visting our website: isabelsmithnutrition.com

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! This week, we have our own Sydney Flippo, RDN, who dives deep into the intricate relationship between hormones and histamines, with a special focus on estrogen. Have you ever wondered why you might experience a surge in allergy-like symptoms during certain times of your menstrual cycle? Sydney explains how estrogen can cause an increase in histamine symptoms and sheds light on the crucial role of mast cells and their estrogen receptors in this process. Discover why your body might struggle to break down histamines effectively, leading to histamine intolerance. In this episode, Sydney doesn't just outline the problem—she provides practical solutions! Learn how to manage your histamine symptoms with actionable tips such as keeping a detailed food and symptom log, adopting a lower histamine diet, considering beneficial supplements, and finding effective stress management techniques. Plus, get advice on how to exercise mindfully to keep your histamine levels in check. ----------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, Beatriz Boas, founder of Theta Breathwork, shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a holistic practitioner. Theta Breathwork combines various techniques like breathwork, mindset coaching, meditation, and visualization to create a unique healing experience. The practice helps regulate the nervous system, quiet the mind, and create movement in the body to release emotions and traumas. Grab your favorite device and listen in! ----------------- About Beatriz Boas:  Bea Boas has always harbored a deep passion for understanding people and guiding them to reconnect with their essence. Her pursuit of life's purpose led her through various mindset, energy, and healing modalities. Each discipline contributed to her journey, yet she sensed an integral piece was missing. This realization inspired Bea to synthesize diverse techniques like ThetaHealing, Breathwork, Hypnosis, Mindset Coaching, and Meditation, giving birth to ThetaBreathwork™ - a transformative experience of unparalleled power. Today, ThetaBreathwork™ is Bea's life mission. She is dedicated to sharing this groundbreaking technique globally through the ThetaBreathwork™ Membership and ThetaBreathwork™ Certification Training. Her goal is to empower coaches, therapists, and wellness practitioners to catalyze profound transformations in themselves and others. Discover more about Bea's journey and ThetaBreathwork™ at theta-breathwork.com and follow her insights on Instagram. BE SURE TO GET YOUR 30-DAY FREE TRIAL OF THE THETA BREATHWORK MEMBERSHIP: ThetaBreathwork Membership (30 DAY FREE TRIAL) https://www.theta-breathwork.com/offers/LJbhREa9/checkout?coupon_code=30DAYOFFF  Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, our very own Sydney Flippo, RDN, takes us through a comprehensive guide to enjoying the sun safely. From boosting your mood and sleep with sunlight to protecting your skin with the right sunscreen, this episode covers it all. Sydney explains the importance of regular skin cancer screenings and shares expert tips on choosing the best sun protection. Discover her recommended sunscreen brands and how to layer your sun defenses for a worry-free time outdoors. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights for a healthier relationship with the sun! ------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, Isabel will be chatting with her friend and colleague, Yvonne Heimann, the CEO & founder of AskYvi.com. They will delve into the crucial topic of self-care for busy, successful entrepreneurs. They'll candidly share their own experiences and effective strategies for maintaining mental and physical health amidst a hectic schedule, while Yvonne highlights the importance of setting boundaries, practicing self-awareness, and truly listening to your body.  Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with practical tips to help you prioritize your health and well-being, no matter how busy life gets! ----------------- About Yvonne Heimann:  Yvonne Heimann is the CEO & founder of AskYvi.com and the leading ClickUp evangelist and Author of "The Basics of Mastering ClickUp",as well as a passionate Business Efficiency & Scalability Consultant, Mindset Coach, NLP Master Practitioner, & Speaker. Using her knowledge of over 15 years running multiple businesses, she helps her clients organize, strengthen, and streamline their businesses into profitability and success.Yvonne is a force to be reckoned with. When her husband died, she was determined to not only resume her passion for building“bulletproof businesses” but also to make sure that those who go through something similar can find the same solace and excitement in entrepreneurship that she did. She wants everyone who goes through a life-changing challenge to know they can come out on top too – even if it takes time.Her work is driven by a vision of a world where digital entrepreneurs not only make a living doing what they are passionate about but thrive and wear their passions as badges of honor. “A world where no one is ever faced with the decision of having to put business and making money over family and loved ones.” That is Yvonne’s mission. You can find Yvonne at her website, https://askyvi.com/, or on Instagram @askyvi -----------------Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition.com

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, our very own Sydney Flippo, RDN will be talking about a very common problem that many of our clients experience: weight gain after mold exposure. Sydney will be diving into the root cause of weight gain after mold exposure and providing some actionable tips you can put to use right away to help deal with this issue.  ----------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition.com

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, I'm talking with Michelle Shaprio, RD, and we're discussing POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) and histamine intolerance. We're going to be telling you all about POTS - what it is, how it affects you, and the symptoms to watch out for. We're also going to discuss the connection between histamine issues and POTS, as well as the importance of addressing the root cause of these conditions.  Grab your favorite device and listen in!  ---------------- About Michelle Shapiro, RD:  Michelle Shapiro is an integrative functional registered dietitian in New York City who's helped over a thousand clients reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut and immune issues, and approach their weight in a loving way. Michelle has a virtual practice of five nutritionists where she and her team work one-on-one towards these goals. She's the host of Quiet the Diet podcast, where she helps listeners bridge the gap between body positivity and functional nutrition.You can find Michelle at her website, https://michelleshapirord.com/ or on Instagram @Michelleshapirord.  ------------ Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, our very own Sydney Flippo, RDN will be discussing the impact of COVID-19 on gut health. She'll also highlight the changes in the microbiome after recovering from COVID-19, which can lead to prolonged symptoms and GI issues and share insights from her practice, including the low diversity of beneficial bacteria and high inflammation in long COVID and post-COVID patients. Sydney will be providing some actionable recommendations for improving gut health post-COVID that you can put into practice today! Read the episode transcript here. ----------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to be talking to Olivia Abrams, founder of TiCK MiTT! Olivia will be sharing her personal experience with Lyme disease and how it led to the creation of TiCK MiTT. We'll be talking about the importance of tick prevention and removal, the challenges of diagnosing and treating Lyme disease, and the impact of Lyme on gut health. Olivia also shares upcoming initiatives for Lyme Awareness Month and the expansion of TiCK MiTT into Canada and Europe. ---------------- About Olivia Abrams & TiCK MiTT​: Olivia Abrams and her father enjoy spending a great deal of time outdoors hiking with their dogs and gardening at our home in Upstate, NY. Unfortunately, multiple members of their family and friends have been stricken with Lyme disease over the years, and they know what it means to struggle with the lifelong side effects of tick-borne diseases. It was from this struggle that the idea for TiCK MiTT was born!  They are deeply dedicated to raising awareness and reducing the cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases that affect countless lives. In pursuit of this mission, they have board and junior board seats at Project Lyme. Additionally, they proudly partner with several organizations to raise funds and distribute TiCK MiTTs to individuals battling tick-borne diseases, helping them protect themselves and their families from further tick encounters. Furthermore, they sponsor Lyme disease conferences to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration within the community. Having witnessed the impact of tick-borne diseases on their own family and friends, they intimately understand the importance of educating others on this critical issue. You can learn more about Olivia and TiCK MiTT at the website or follow her on Instagram.  ---------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, Running Coach Karina Ripps is back to discuss the importance of varying your training plan to accommodate your body's needs and how to recover from injury and burnout. Karina will be explaining more about variation in training, including different effort levels and strength training, and how it can help prevent injuries and improve performance. We'll also discuss the physical manifestations of overtraining and the benefits of joining a group coaching program like Karina's Plateau to Peak Performance. Chapters:06:09 Variation in Training to Prevent Injuries11:07 The Role of Strength Training in Injury Prevention16:13 Introducing Plateau to Peak Performance Group Coaching Program -------------------------- About Karina Ripps & Ripps on the Run: Karina Ripps is a certified run coach, personal trainer, nutritionist and founder and CEO of Ripps on the Run. Karina and her team focus on teaching runners how to run faster, feel stronger and run longer all while achieving their impossible goals and never burning out. Whether you're a trainer that's looking to complete your first 5K, you're an avid racer, or you're looking to stay consistent, Karina's company shows you how to have a training plan that is guaranteed to cater to you and your goals without making big sacrifices to your life. The group coaching program Karina mentions in this episode is available now - visit her website today or follow Karina on Instagram to learn more!----------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, I'm interviewing Karina Ripps, a certified run coach and founder of Ripps on the Run, about burnout and overtraining in running. We will discuss the signs of burnout, how to prevent it, and the importance of listening to your body. Karina shares her own journey from a corporate job to becoming a running coach and offers advice on training for races and setting realistic goals. We'll also touch on the topic of plateaus in running and how to overcome them, with easy, actionable tips you can use right away! Chapters: 04:52 The Impact of Burnout in Running 11:26 Training Timeline for Beginners and Those Recovering from Health Issues 21:37 Group Coaching Program for Plateaued Runners ---------------- About Karina Ripps & Ripps on the Run: Karina Ripps is a certified run coach, personal trainer, nutritionist and founder and CEO of Ripps on the Run. Karina and her team focus on teaching runners how to run faster, feel stronger and run longer all while achieving their impossible goals and never burning out. Whether you're a trainer that's looking to complete your first 5K, you're an avid racer, or you're looking to stay consistent, Karina's company shows you how to have a training plan that is guaranteed to cater to you and your goals without making big sacrifices to your life. The group coaching program Karina mentions in this episode is launching very soon (April 2024) - visit her website today or follow Karina on Instagram to learn more! ----------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Dina Pavilonis discusses menopause, perimenopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). She'll be explaining the differences between perimenopause and menopause, the symptoms women may experience during these stages, and the importance of lifestyle support - as well as the need for proper hormone replacement therapy and the risks associated with improper use. Dr. Dina will also offer some actionable recommendations for managing symptoms and supporting overall health during perimenopause and menopause. Grab your favorite device and listen in! ---------------------------- About Dr. Dina Pavilonis: Dr Dina Pavilonis is a medical doctor board certified in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Fellow in Anti-Aging Metabolic Endocrinology and Functional Medicine (FAAMFM), certified by Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM), certified BA and Management at Cornell University She is the CEO and Founder of one of the largest Integrative Clinics in Chicago, Green Circle Wellness and the author of her first best-selling book "No More Bandaids". You can find Dr. Dina on Instagram: @dinapavilonismd; @greencirclewellness or at her website: https://www.greencirclewellness.com/ Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! This week, we're doing a quick (but educational) dive into a controversial topic - the itchy butthole. Yep - we said it. Itchy butthole. If you're like most people, your first thought when you feel an itch "down there" is, "I must not have wiped well enough." - right? We're here to tell you on today's podcast that there might be more going on than you think! In today's episode, Isabel is going to tell you about the most common causes of those "icky itches" - and how to relieve them. This is a quick-listen episode - grab your favorite device and listen in! ------------------ Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  ⁠Book a call with us today!⁠ ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: ⁠@isabelsmithnutrition⁠

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to have Mary-Beth Charno, a nurse practitioner specializing in tick-borne and mold illnesses. We will be discussing various topics related to Lyme disease, including co-infections, prevention, and differentiating between current and past infections, as well as the complexity of Lyme disease and how to prevent Lyme by preventing the occurrence of tick bites. Chapters: 02:30 All Things Lyme 04:22 Lyme Co-infections 09:33 Prevention of Lyme Disease 23:47 The Complexity of Lyme Disease 24:22 Differentiating Lyme Disease from Other Infections 25:08 Treating Different Stages of Lyme Disease 26:13 The Adaptive Nature of Lyme Disease 27:11 Co-Infections and Testing 28:01 Different Types of Infections and Vectors 29:10 Sequential Presentation of Infections 30:02 The Role of Antibiotics in Lyme Treatment 31:00 Maintenance Treatment and Antibiotic Dependency 31:30 Challenges in Obtaining Antibiotics 32:23 Personal Experience with Lyme Treatment 33:18 Individual Variability in Lyme Tolerance 36:07 Increasing Prevalence of Environmental Illnesses 37:27 Improving Collaboration and Communication in Medicine 38:27 The Role of Lyme Literate Practitioners 39:30 Believing the Patient and Individualized Treatment 41:02 Finding a Lyme Literate Practitioner 41:35 The MSIDS Questionnaire Transcript Available: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LtTbZMKSKk2wkJoDzYycgrYKPkKo0l-aEupoaHEQzJE/edit?usp=sharing ---------------- About Mary-Beth Charno: Mary-Beth is a nurse practitioner in private practice in Bellport. Her specialty is in tick-borne and mold illness; and is currently offering preventative care and early treatment for COVID. She also offers intravenous nutrient therapy for non-patients to support energy, detox and hydration, as well as ozone therapy. A graduate of both Stony Brook University with a master’s degree in Advanced Practice Nursing, and Pace University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, Mary-Beth worked as an RN for ten years in oncology. Early on in her career she became Board Certified as a Holistic Nurse through the American Holistic Nurses Association, and this continues to inform her patient care. Mary-Beth has trained with some of the leaders in tick-borne illness; initially working alongside Dr. Richard Horowitz; and is currently being mentored by Dr. Joseph Jemsek, an Infectious Disease doctor in DC. She is an ILADS member and has completed their preceptor program. She has become increasingly interested in the intersect of Functional Medicine, tick-borne and mold illness, collectively termed Environmentally Acquired Illness. Mary-Beth has trained at the Institute for Functional Medicine and completed a year-long Advanced Training in Functional Medicine Clinic Emersion with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald. She is certified as a mold specialist with Dr. Jill Crista, is certified as an ozone specialist through Dr. Frank Shallenberger; and is preparing for certification at the Academy for Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy. Her protocols use a blend of pharmaceutical, herbal, neutraceuticals, IV, and nutrition. Mary-Beth is a 200-hr E-RYT/500-hr Registered Yoga teacher; is certified at the Master’s level in Reiki and is a practitioner of Breema, a system of gentle bodywork that fosters deep relaxation. Mary-Beth was born and raised on Long Island. Learn how to work with Mary-Beth Charno on her website at https://www.marybethcharno.com/ - and be sure to sign up for her Tick Bite First Aid download there! --------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! Our very own Sydney Flippo, RDN is talking about all things gut health and chronic inflammation today!  If you've been a long-time listener of our podcast, you know these are topics that we've spoken on before, and with good reason - because they're vitally important and absolutely connected! You already know that your gut health has a huge impact on your overall health - but did you know that it can also either cause or reduce inflammation everywhere in your body?  Sydney is going to be giving you an amazing amount of information today about how to improve your gut health - and in turn, reduce inflammation in your body. You're going to want to take notes on this one! Chapters & Takeaways: 00:29  The Basics of Inflammation01:27  Chronic Gut Inflammation06:04  Factors Contributing to Gut Inflammation09:21  Impact of Antibiotics and Stress10:18  Other Contributors to Inflammation13:40  Lab Testing for Inflammation15:58  Reducing Inflammation: Diet and Lifestyle28:16  Consequences of Untreated Gut Inflammation31:06  Preventing and Managing Inflammation Transcript Available: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sYmSp_wpUmzgSH3JbH0rlu_ynir1b0gOufSuzgIxsUI/edit?usp=sharing ​---------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition To good health! Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN

Welcome back to The Wellfuel Podcast! We're so excited to have Dr. Dina Pavilonis as our guest today to discuss how to successfully transition off of Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs. You've seen it, heard about it, and it seems like everyone is on it these days - Ozempic (or Wegovy, or something similar) - right? But what exactly are these drugs - how do they work, and what happens when you try to transition off of them? How do you NOT gain the weight back when you stop taking these medications to lose weight? Dr. Dina is here to give us an absolute gold mine of information and knowledge on this topic - and we can't wait for you to listen in! Chapters & Takeaways: 01:16 Understanding the Effects of Ozempic and Similar Drugs 05:19 Challenges of Nutritional Intake06:08Transitioning Off Ozempic 07:46 The Set Weight Number and Body's Resistance to Change 11:51 Working with a Nutritionist and Health Coach 13:19 Complexity of the Process and Chemical Changes in the Brain About Dr. Dina Pavilonis: Dr. Dina Pavlonez is a medical doctor board-certified in family medicine, obesity medicine, and is a fellow in anti-aging metabolic endocrinology and functional medicine. She's certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine, (IFM), has a certified BA in management at Cornell University, and she's the CEO and founder of one of the largest integrative clinics in Chicago, Green Circle Wellness, and the author of her first bestselling book, No More Band-Aids. ------------------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN

Welcome back to The WellFuel Podcast! In this episode, Isabel discusses the importance of keeping symptom logs in the healing journey. A symptom log can help you and your practitioner to understand the big picture AND the day-to-day details of one's body for effective healing. Isabel also shares examples from her own symptom log to illustrate what a symptom log can look like. CHAPTERS & TAKEAWAYS: 00:00 Importance of Symptom Logs 01:22 Understanding the Big Picture 03:42 Using Symptom Logs for Better Assessments 04:40 The Value of Symptom Logs in Functional Medicine 05:10 What Does a Symptom Log Look Like? -------------- Want to learn more about how Isabel Smith Nutrition can help support you on your journey to better health?  Book a call with us today! ------------------------- Join us next week for a NEW episode of The Wellfuel Podcast! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to The Wellfuel Podcast for more great nutritional content in the future! You can learn more about Isabel Smith Nutrition by following us on Instagram: @isabelsmithnutrition Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN