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#104 - Women's Health with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo: Underfueling, The Importance Of Strength Training and PCOS

Release Date: 04/01/2025

#104 - Women's Health with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo: Underfueling, The Importance Of Strength Training and PCOS

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, Dr. Carla DiGirolamo, a double board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and reproductive endocrinologist, joins the conversation to discuss the intersection of fitness, performance, and hormone health. She delves into the science of optimizing health for high-performing individuals, shedding light on hormone therapy, recovery strategies, and how women can train in sync with their physiology. Don't miss this insightful discussion packed with expert knowledge and practical takeaways. What You'll Learn: Hormone Health & Performance – Dr. DiGirolamo explains how...

#103 - How Dr. Shveta Raju Is Changing The Landscape of Healthcare Focusing On Lifestyle Interventions at GC Healthy Living

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, Nicole Aucoin sits down with Dr. Shveta Raju, a primary care physician with a deep passion for integrating lifestyle changes into medicine. Dr. Raju shares her journey from a traditional medical background to pioneering a preventative care model through GC Healthy Living. She discusses the critical gaps in medical education regarding nutrition and fitness, the power of CrossFit and strength training, and the role of coaching in sustainable health transformations. Tune in to explore how lifestyle interventions can prevent and reverse chronic diseases, the truth about...

#102 - What A Nurse Learned From The HSN 6-Week Continuous Glucose Monitoring Experiment & Feedback From Her Doctor On Her Impact To Prevent Chronic Disease with Meg Baker

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode of Nutrition Made Simple, Meg Baker, a former nurse with 40 years of experience, shares her inspiring shift from hospital-based sick care to a focus on preventive health. She reveals how continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) transformed her understanding of blood sugar control, even while living a seemingly healthy lifestyle. Meg discusses how monitoring glucose levels has empowered her to take proactive steps toward preventing chronic diseases like diabetes. Now working as a nutrition coach at Ironclad CrossFit, Meg supports her clients in making...

#101 - Corruption In The Big Food Industry And Influence On Nutrition Regulation

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode of the Nutrition Made Simple podcast, host Nicole is joined by Amanda Haar to explore the controversial topic of financial influence on global nutritional guidelines. They discuss how food and pharmaceutical giants like Pepsi, Coke, and Nestlé exert substantial control over these policies, as highlighted by the Noakes Foundation. The conversation focuses on the alarming fact that 95% of the experts who contributed to the 2020 food guidelines had financial ties to such companies, raising serious ethical concerns. The episode also examines the case of dietitian Richard Mates,...

#100 - Losing Your Way & Finding Yourself Again With Chris Williams

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode of the Nutrition Made Simple podcast, Chris Williams, a California gym owner, shares his transformative journey toward better health and fitness. Battling weight issues and poor eating habits since adulthood, Chris discovered the power of fitness and nutrition at a CrossFit gym in 2013. He opens up about the challenges of prioritizing business success over personal health and how hiring a nutrition coach helped him regain balance. Chris highlights the significance of setting and reviewing goals every 90 days, simplifying nutrition, and cultivating discipline through morning...

#99 - Cortisol 101: Understanding What It Is & What It Means For Your Health & Weight Loss Goals [Dietitian Tips]

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode of the 'Nutrition Made Simple' podcast, Amanda and Nicole dive into the critical topic of cortisol, an essential stress hormone. They explain how cortisol influences health and wellness goals, stressing the need to balance its levels for optimal well-being. The discussion covers cortisol's role in stress responses, its effects on chronic diseases, and why saliva tests are preferable to blood tests for accurate measurements. The hosts also share practical tips for managing and normalizing cortisol levels and underscore the importance of comprehensive hormone testing, such as the...

#98 - Gut Health 101: What You Need To Know

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, Amanda Haar delves into the essential relationship between gut health and overall wellness. She highlights research showing that 80% of our immune system resides in the gut and explains the gut-brain connection via the vagus nerve, shedding light on how our diet influences mental health. Amanda offers practical tips for enhancing gut health, such as eating a variety of whole, unprocessed foods, and incorporating prebiotics and probiotics into your diet. She also advises on reducing gut inflammation by avoiding high-sugar and ultra-processed foods and emphasizes the benefits of...

#97 - From Sick Care To Health Care: ER Nurse To Concierge Medicine

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, Nicole Aucoin, interviews Ashley Martin, a long-time friend and nurse practitioner transitioning into preventative medicine. They discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health, including nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Ashley shares her experiences from working in the ER to starting a concierge medical practice focused on prevention and lifestyle interventions. Together, they emphasize the need for regular health assessments and the power of making informed, proactive health decisions. The episode introduces Med360, a concierge service aimed at...

#96 - Nutrition, Health & Weight Loss Tips For Women In Menopause

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, Nicole Aucoin welcomes Amanda Haar to discuss hormone health, focusing on menopause. They explore the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, including hormone fluctuations, sleep disturbances, stress, and lifestyle responsibilities. Amanda shares insights and strategies for managing these challenges through nutrition, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach that includes optimizing protein intake, balancing carbohydrates, increasing fiber consumption, and prioritizing stress reduction techniques like yoga. They also touch on the impact of hormone...

#95 - From ER Doc To Wellness Physician: Inside The Sickcare System

Nutrition Made Simple

In this episode, join Nicole Aucoin as she engages in a conversation with Dr. Tom McCoy, an advocate for CrossFit health and a proponent of shifting the healthcare approach from reactive to preventive. Dr. McCoy, a former ER physician, shares his insightful journey and frustrations within the conventional medical system, emphasizing the necessity of adopting a proactive mindset. The discussion explores the seamless integration of wellness practices with CrossFit, advocating for the inclusion of lifestyle changes in healthcare strategies. Dr. McCoy delves into the realm of wearables,...

More Episodes

Hormone Health & Performance – Dr. DiGirolamo explains how hormones impact athletic performance and overall well-being.
Training & Recovery – Insights on optimizing fitness routines and recovery strategies based on hormonal fluctuations.
Menopause & Longevity – Discussion on hormone therapy, its benefits, and misconceptions surrounding menopause.
Women’s Physiology in Fitness – How women can align their training with their natural cycles for better results.
Science-Backed Strategies – Practical approaches to maintaining vitality, strength, and health at every stage of life.

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