Harmony With Food

Meg Marie ORourke

   Harmony With Food is a nationally syndicated functional nutrition podcast hosted by Registered Dietitian and functional nutrition practitioner Meg Marie O’Rourke. Airing from Boston to Florida on iHeartRadio, Meg brings evidence‑based insight, real conversations, and no‑nonsense truth about gut health, metabolism, hormones, digestion, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.Each episode explores the root causes behind symptoms like bloating, constipation, diarrhea, weight loss resistance, blood sugar imbalance, inflammation, fatigue, and hormone disruption. Meg breaks down outdated nutrition myths, exposes gaps in conventional medicine, and teaches listeners how the microbiome, nutrient deficiencies, genetics, and food sensitivities shape long‑term health.With over 20 years of clinical experience, Meg champions the functional medicine philosophy of “Test, Don’t Guess,” helping listeners understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and take control of their health one episode at a time.

  1. Fake Ketamine, Brain Fog, and Withdrawal: The Conversation We Need to Have

    5d ago

    Fake Ketamine, Brain Fog, and Withdrawal: The Conversation We Need to Have

    In this episode of the Harmony With Food Show, registered dietitian and functional nutritionist Meg Marie O'Rourke discusses the growing popularity of ketamine therapy, mushroom microdosing, and products marketed as ketamine alternatives. Learn the difference between prescription ketamine and unregulated smoke shop products, including K-shots, K-drinks, and other lookalike substances.Meg examines potential risks associated with unsupervised use, including brain fog, withdrawal symptoms, digestive issues, psychological dependence, and increasing reports of emergency room visits linked to certain products. She also explores the connection between gut health, the microbiome, and recovery, along with the importance of professional guidance, functional testing, and informed decision-making.Topics discussed include: Prescription ketamine vs. smoke shop imitationsMushroom microdosing and current legal considerationsTianeptine and other unregulated substancesBrain fog, anxiety, and withdrawal symptomsThe gut-brain connection and recoveryFunctional nutrition and personalized testingQuestions to ask before pursuing ketamine or psychedelic therapiesFor more information, visit HarmonyWithFood.com. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    38 min
  2. Why Workplace Wellness Programs Matter More Than Ever

    Jun 17

    Why Workplace Wellness Programs Matter More Than Ever

    Are workplace wellness programs actually improving employee health, productivity, and retention, or are they just another corporate checkbox?In this episode of The Harmony With Food Show, registered dietitian and functional nutritionist Meg Marie O'Rourke explores the real impact of workplace wellness programs and why employee well-being has become a critical business strategy. From burnout and brain fog to employee engagement, absenteeism, and workplace culture, Meg discusses how nutrition, gut health, stress management, and personalized wellness initiatives can support healthier, more productive teams.You'll learn: Why employee burnout is costing businesses billionsThe connection between nutrition, gut health, and workplace performanceHow workplace wellness programs can reduce absenteeism and improve moraleWhy pizza parties and donuts aren't a wellness strategyThe role of personalized nutrition in supporting energy, focus, and long-term healthPractical ways organizations can create a healthier workplace cultureWhether you're a business owner, HR professional, manager, employee, or simply interested in optimizing your health and performance, this episode offers actionable insights into building wellness at work and beyond.Visit HarmonyWithFood.com to learn more about functional nutrition, workplace wellness programs, and personalized health solutions. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    41 min
  3. Post-Sepsis Syndrome (PSS): Understanding Recovery After Sepsis

    Jun 10

    Post-Sepsis Syndrome (PSS): Understanding Recovery After Sepsis

    Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency that can develop when the body's response to an infection triggers widespread inflammation and organ dysfunction. While early diagnosis and treatment are critical, recovery often extends far beyond hospital discharge.In this episode of the Harmony With Food Show, Meg Marie O'Rourke, Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutritionist, examines the warning signs of sepsis, the importance of timely medical intervention, and the often-overlooked challenges of Post-Sepsis Syndrome (PSS). The discussion explores common post-sepsis symptoms, including fatigue, muscle weakness, brain fog, cognitive changes, anxiety, depression, and ongoing inflammation.Meg also reviews the role of the gut microbiome, immune system regulation, micronutrient status, and nutritional support during recovery. Learn why severe infections, hospitalization, and antibiotic use may impact long-term health and how functional nutrition testing may provide additional insight for individuals struggling with persistent symptoms after sepsis. In This Episode, learn: What sepsis is and why it requires immediate medical attentionCommon signs and symptoms associated with sepsisCurrent statistics on sepsis incidence and outcomesUnderstanding Post-Sepsis Syndrome (PSS)Why fatigue, brain fog, and muscle weakness may persist after recoveryThe impact of antibiotics and critical illness on the gut microbiomeFunctional nutrition considerations for post-sepsis recoveryMicronutrient testing and nutritional assessmentStrategies for advocating for your health and obtaining appropriate follow-up careWhether you are recovering from sepsis, supporting a loved one, or seeking to better understand the long-term effects of severe infection, this episode provides an evidence-informed discussion on recovery, nutrition, and post-sepsis health considerations. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    39 min
  4. What Your Physician Never Told You About: Mercury, Arsenic and Mold In Our Food Supply

    Jun 3

    What Your Physician Never Told You About: Mercury, Arsenic and Mold In Our Food Supply

    In this episode of The Harmony With Food Show, Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutritionist Meg Marie O'Rourke explores the science behind common environmental toxins found in food and how they may impact inflammation, allergies, asthma, metabolism, hormone balance, and overall health. Meg discusses mercury in fish, arsenic in rice, mold toxins (mycotoxins) in foods such as coffee and peanuts, and the growing concern surrounding microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Listeners will learn how these exposures may contribute to weight loss resistance, fatigue, immune dysfunction, respiratory symptoms, and chronic health challenges, as well as practical strategies for reducing exposure without becoming overwhelmed by fear-based health messaging. Meg also explains the concept of "obesogens," the role of inflammation in chronic disease, and why a personalized, test-based approach may be more effective than generic nutrition advice. In This Episode: The connection between allergies, asthma, inflammation, and nutritionMercury exposure and its potential effects on metabolism and thyroid healthArsenic in rice and rice-based productsMold toxins (mycotoxins) in coffee, grains, peanuts, and other foodsThe latest research on microplastics and endocrine disruptorsWhat obesogens are and how they may affect weight managementTips for selecting lower-risk food products and trusted brandsWhy functional testing can help identify hidden contributors to chronic symptomsPractical strategies for making informed food choices without fear-mongeringWhether you're dealing with seasonal allergies, asthma, unexplained fatigue, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, or weight loss resistance, this episode provides an evidence-informed discussion on environmental exposures and how they may influence long-term health.Keywords: mercury in food, arsenic in rice, mold toxins, mycotoxins, microplastics, obesogens, environmental toxins, food sensitivities, inflammation, weight loss resistance, asthma, allergies, functional nutrition, gut health, hormone balance, thyroid health, detoxification, Harmony With Food, Meg Marie O'Rourke. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    38 min
  5. Food Sensitivity and Inflammation: Why Your Body May Need a Real Diet Do-Over

    May 27

    Food Sensitivity and Inflammation: Why Your Body May Need a Real Diet Do-Over

    Explore the connection between food sensitivities and inflammation, gut health, chronic symptoms, microbiome imbalance, and weight loss resistance with registered dietitian functional nutritionist Meg Marie O’Rourke. In this episode of the Harmony with Food Show, Meg explains the differences between food allergies, food intolerances, and food sensitivities, why elimination diets and FODMAP approaches often fail, and how chronic inflammation may contribute to digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, skin conditions, sleep disruption, and metabolic dysfunction. Topics covered include: • Food sensitivities and chronic inflammation • Gut health and microbiome function • Weight loss resistance and metabolism • Digestive symptoms and bloating • Functional nutrition testing • Food allergy vs food intolerance vs food sensitivity • Leaky gut and intestinal permeability • Brain fog, fatigue, and inflammation • Personalized precision nutrition • Why “normal” lab results may not tell the full story • Functional medical nutrition therapy • Anti-inflammatory nutrition strategies • Why generic dieting often fails Learn how personalized nutrition, microbiome testing, food sensitivity testing, and functional nutrition approaches may help uncover hidden contributors to chronic symptoms and ongoing inflammation. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    39 min
  6. Are Your Food Sensitivities Causing Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, or Brain Fog?

    May 24

    Are Your Food Sensitivities Causing Weight Loss Resistance, Inflammation, or Brain Fog?

    Are food sensitivities, inflammation, gut issues, or chronic symptoms being overlooked in your healthcare plan? In this episode of The Harmony With Food Show, Meg O’Rourke dives deep into the connection between food sensitivities, the microbiome, micronutrient deficiencies, leaky gut, and chronic health conditions that conventional medicine often fails to address. From weight loss resistance and digestive issues to migraines, joint pain, anxiety, eczema, fatigue, and IBS symptoms, this episode explores how hidden food reactions may be impacting your overall health and quality of life. Meg explains why personalized nutrition and functional testing are becoming increasingly important in modern healthcare and why “test, don’t guess” may be the missing piece for many people struggling to feel better. In This Episode: The difference between food sensitivities, food intolerances, and food allergiesHow inflammation and leaky gut may contribute to chronic symptomsThe role of the microbiome in digestion, mood, metabolism, and immune healthWhy conventional medicine often overlooks nutrition and root-cause healingHow food sensitivity testing works and why elimination diets may be outdatedThe connection between food, anxiety, depression, and brain healthHidden micronutrient deficiencies and “hidden hunger”Why some healthy foods may still be harming your bodyIBS, bloating, constipation, migraines, eczema, sinus issues, and weight loss resistanceFunctional nutrition strategies for personalized wellnessReal patient stories and health transformations through targeted testingIf you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” while still struggling with symptoms, this episode will challenge the way you think about food, inflammation, gut health, and personalized nutrition.🎧 Listen now at HarmonyWithFood.com and explore free resources, nutrition education, microbiome insights, and functional testing options. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    40 min
  7. Stress, Sunlight & Sleep: The Metabolic Trifecta Sabotaging Your Health

    May 13

    Stress, Sunlight & Sleep: The Metabolic Trifecta Sabotaging Your Health

    Sleep issues. Sugar cravings. Brain fog. Weight loss resistance. Feeling exhausted even when you’re “doing everything right.” What if the problem isn’t a lack of discipline… but a disrupted circadian rhythm, hidden inflammation, food sensitivities, stress overload, or improper supplementation? In this episode of the Harmony with Food Show, registered dietitian functional nutritionist Meg Marie O’Rourke breaks down the powerful connection between sleep, stress, sunlight, cortisol, inflammation, vitamin D, metabolism, cravings, and gut health — and why so many people continue struggling despite trying to eat healthier. Meg also explains why blindly following online supplement advice can backfire, especially when it comes to high-dose vitamin D supplementation, melatonin use, food elimination diets, and generalized wellness trends. You’ll learn: • How artificial light and nighttime scrolling affect melatonin, cravings, and metabolism • Why poor sleep can increase hunger, carbohydrate cravings, and weight gain • The connection between inflammation, food sensitivities, anxiety, brain fog, and restless sleep • Why many people feel “wired and tired” • How cortisol and chronic stress disrupt circadian rhythm • The truth about vitamin D supplementation and why “more” is not always better • Why Meg says “Test, Don’t Guess” when it comes to food, supplements, and functional nutrition • How personalized nutrition differs from one-size-fits-all dieting • Why many people feel dismissed by conventional medicine despite ongoing symptoms Meg also answers real listener questions about: • Sugar cravings and late-night stress eating • Fatigue despite eating healthy • Vitamin D deficiency and indoor lifestyles • Sleep disruption and inflammation • Food sensitivities and unexplained symptoms If you’ve been struggling with poor sleep, cravings, fatigue, inflammation, digestive issues, anxiety, brain fog, or feeling unheard in your healthcare journey, this episode will help you understand the deeper patterns your body may be trying to reveal. Visit harmonywithfood.com to learn more about functional nutrition testing, personalized nutrition, microbiome testing, food sensitivities, and the Harmony with Food approach to root-cause wellness. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    30 min
  8. Brain Health and Memory: Foods That Support Cognitive Function and Reduce Inflammation

    May 6

    Brain Health and Memory: Foods That Support Cognitive Function and Reduce Inflammation

    Can food really support memory, focus, and long-term brain health? In this episode of the Harmony With Food Show, Meg Marie O’Rourke explores the connection between inflammation, nutrition, gut health, and cognitive function. From brain fog and fatigue to dementia risk and omega imbalances, this episode breaks down the science behind how food and inflammation may be impacting your brain every single day. Meg discusses the growing research surrounding ultra-processed foods, chronic inflammation, omega-3 fatty acids, micronutrient deficiencies, and the gut-brain connection while explaining why a personalized “test, don’t guess” approach matters when it comes to memory and cognitive health. In This Episode: The connection between inflammation and memory lossHow gut health impacts brain function and focusFoods that support cognitive function naturallyWhy omega-3 and omega-6 balance mattersThe truth about fish oil and brain supplementsBrain fog, fatigue, and hidden inflammationHow ultra-processed foods may increase dementia riskWhy personalized nutrition testing mattersThe role of antioxidants, berries, mushrooms, walnuts, and leafy greensHow stress, sleep, and blood sugar affect cognitive healthThe science behind brain inflammation and metabolic healthFeatured Topics: Brain healthMemory supportCognitive functionFunctional nutritionInflammationDementia preventionAlzheimer’s awarenessGut-brain connectionOmega fatty acidsMicronutrient testingFunctional medicineBrain fogMeg also explains why generic supplement advice can sometimes backfire and how targeted testing can help identify inflammatory patterns, nutrient imbalances, gut dysfunction, and omega ratios that may be affecting memory, mood, focus, and energy levels. If you’ve been struggling with: Brain fogForgetfulnessFatigueDifficulty concentratingMood changesWeight loss resistanceDigestive issuesFeeling dismissed by conventional medicinethis episode offers a deeper look into how functional nutrition may help uncover the missing piece of your healthcare journey. Listen now to learn how nutrition, inflammation, and personalized testing may support long-term brain health and cognitive performance. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional nutrition. Through targeted assessments—including food sensitivity testing, digestive analysis, and nutrient evaluation—Meg helps clients identify what’s driving their symptoms and build a plan rooted in data, not trends. This is for those who want answers, structure, and ongoing guidance. Your Diet Do-Over is designed for people who feel stuck in cycles of restriction, elimination diets, or “doing everything right” without results. This program focuses on rebuilding trust with food, identifying personal triggers, and creating a sustainable way of eating that supports energy, digestion, and inflammation without unnecessary rules or overwhelm.  Schedule a Free Call Not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure it out alone.You can schedule a free call to talk through your symptoms, health history, and goals, and to see which option makes the most sense for you. This is a no-pressure conversation focused on clarity and next steps.Your symptoms are real. Your questions matter. And understanding your body is the first step forward. About Meg Meg Marie (AKA- Megnificent): Meg is a Registered Dietitian and Functional Nutrition practitioner who helps clients understand the science behind their symptoms. She debunks outdated beliefs like “calories in, calories out,” the overreliance on BMI, and the idea that food isn’t connected to chronic issues such as eczema, joint pain, or fatigue.Her work highlights the powerful role of genetics, microbiome balance, nutrient deficiencies, and food intolerances in shaping long‑term health. Meg bridges the gap between conventional medicine and functional nutrition, empowering people with evidence‑based strategies that support digestion, metabolism, hormones, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.  Learn more at: HarmonywithFood.com

    40 min

About

   Harmony With Food is a nationally syndicated functional nutrition podcast hosted by Registered Dietitian and functional nutrition practitioner Meg Marie O’Rourke. Airing from Boston to Florida on iHeartRadio, Meg brings evidence‑based insight, real conversations, and no‑nonsense truth about gut health, metabolism, hormones, digestion, immunity, and whole‑body wellness.Each episode explores the root causes behind symptoms like bloating, constipation, diarrhea, weight loss resistance, blood sugar imbalance, inflammation, fatigue, and hormone disruption. Meg breaks down outdated nutrition myths, exposes gaps in conventional medicine, and teaches listeners how the microbiome, nutrient deficiencies, genetics, and food sensitivities shape long‑term health.With over 20 years of clinical experience, Meg champions the functional medicine philosophy of “Test, Don’t Guess,” helping listeners understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and take control of their health one episode at a time.