Ep174: The Power Of A Functional Nutritionist PLUS A Health Coach
Release Date: 09/03/2024
Peptides: Miracle, Marketing or Medicine?
The Rebel Nutritionist
Hello! Peptides are everywhere right now. Your social feed, your gym, your doctor's office. Weight loss. Healing. Anti-aging. Longevity. The promises are bold. The before-and-afters are convincing. And the questions are piling up. So let's cut through the noise. In this episode, Meryl goes deep on what peptides actually are, how they work in your body, and ,critically, what you need to know before you try any of them. Because not all peptides are created equal, and neither are the people selling them. Here's what we cover: •...
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Menopause and Cholesterol: What's Really Happening!
The Rebel Nutritionist
Today we’re diving into one of the most confusing shifts women experience in midlife: rising cholesterol during menopause. If your labs suddenly changed and you were told “that’s just aging” or handed a statin without much explanation, this episode is for you. This conversation goes far beyond estrogen. It’s about understanding menopause as a full metabolic recalibration. How belly fat redistribution, insulin resistance, muscle loss, inflammation, stress, sleep, and even your gut all influence cholesterol levels. When you understand the bigger picture, you stop fearing the number and...
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The Post-GLP-1 Plan: Why Appetite Suppression Isn’t the Same as Metabolic Repair
The Rebel Nutritionist
Today we’re breaking down what really happens after GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, and why appetite suppression isn’t the same as metabolic repair. If you’re losing weight on these medications—or thinking about coming off them. This episode explains the deeper metabolic work needed to rebuild insulin sensitivity, restore metabolic flexibility, support mitochondria, and make weight loss actually last.
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Hormones and HRT: It's Not What You Think!
The Rebel Nutritionist
Today we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s health: hormones and the rush toward HRT. If you’ve been told “it’s just perimenopause” but you’re still dealing with fatigue, bloating, mood swings, weight gain, or waking at 3AM, this episode is for you. This conversation is about realizing it’s not always just estrogen. It’s about understanding the bigger picture — stress, blood sugar, sleep, gut health, and how it all connects — so you can finally stop guessing and start building a foundation that actually supports your body. -- Visit my site: ...
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Ep. 201: Hormones in Context: How to Interpret the Dutch Test Without Guessing
The Rebel Nutritionist
Hey everyone, Meryl here. Welcome to the Rebel Nutritionist Podcast. Today we are going deep into one of my favorite topics: hormones. If you have ever been told your labs are fine, but you still feel tired, moody, puffy, or just off, this episode is for you. This is part of a new series we’re launching. It’s all about the fact that you don’t need another basic blood panel. You need a blueprint. Something that actually explains why you feel the way you do and helps finally connect the dots between your symptoms and your biochemistry. So today, we’re breaking down the DUTCH hormone test...
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Ep184: Struggling in the Kitchen? Chef Jeremy Rock Smith Can Help!
The Rebel Nutritionist
Ever feel like cooking healthy meals is overwhelming or that you just don’t have the time? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I was so excited to sit down with Chef Jeremy Rock Smith for this week’s podcast episode. Jeremy spent years in high-pressure restaurant kitchens before experiencing a midlife cooking crisis that completely changed his relationship with food. His journey led him to top wellness resorts like Canyon Ranch, Kripalu, and Miraval, where he began teaching others how to make cooking both simple and nourishing. This episode is full...
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Ep183: Instagram Live With The Coaches: A Year in Review
The Rebel Nutritionist
Ever feel like the journey to better health can feel overwhelming at times? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I was thrilled to join Coaches Michele and Amanda for a powerful Instagram LIVE session earlier this week. We dove deep into some of the most transformative topics in wellness today: How we can make changes from the inside, but also how to remove the toxins around us. The impact of environmental chemicals and toxins on our health. Regenerative farming and its importance for our future. The power of thoughts and beliefs: how your mindset shapes your health...
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Ep182: Is It Picky Eating Or Something More?
The Rebel Nutritionist
We all need to eat to survive. We assume that eating is second nature. But did you know that there are many factors that impact how a person consumes food? We often hear the term “picky eater,” it’s often just an assumption that this type of behavior goes along with childhood development. But did you know that there is more to this issue than meets the eye? I talked with Jacklyn Penderson, the CEO of Feeding Matters, about a little known disorder called Pediatric Feeding Disorder. If you haven’t ever heard of this you’re not alone. I have worked with many children and...
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Ep181: Body Alignment As A Key To Health
The Rebel Nutritionist
I never truly knew or understood how impactful body work could be until I interviewed Faysal Abi today on my podcast. Faysal is a leader in the area of understanding the human body’s design, function, pain and the mind-body connection to it. If you are dealing with any type of chronic pain issue you are going to want to listen to this fascinating conversation. If you want to better understand how to optimize your strength and flexibility you will want to take a listen. I definitely learned new things about the body, how it works, and even about my sneakers! You’ll...
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Ep180: Genetics Talk With Dr. Shivani
The Rebel Nutritionist
I love the incredible amount of detail I learn from a client’s genetic report. From there I create a DNA blueprint that takes all that technical knowledge and turns it into something they can understand and use to create real change in their lives. So many people come to me having spoken to other doctors or health professionals who suggest something generic - that doesn’t work for them. Meanwhile the health issues are accumulating and my client has no idea which one to address first, especially when they have to go see a different specialist for each one. But it’s so hard for me to...
info_outlineI’ve always been so proud of our unique model here at the Brandwein Institute. We pair my expert guidance in relation to interpreting test results with the accountability and feedback from a health coach. We work in tandem, building up and supporting each other’s strengths, all for our clients’ benefits.
If you want to know more about how our health coaches are an important part of the coaching we provide, then be sure to take a listen to this episode. Two of our coaches, Amanda Schuh and Michele Baron, talk about what they love about working with clients, how a first meeting works, and the unique ways they support clients in this transformative process.
P.S. This week grab our 30-Day Rebel Reset: A Medical Medium Inspired Meal Plan! We’ve taken everything I’ve learned from the Medical Medium and created 30 days' worth of meals so you can adjust your diet and reap the benefits. This is something we are starting to use with our clients, and we’d hate for you to miss out. It’s 20% off this week - a perfect way to reset during back to school season.