The Functional Fueling® Podcast

Lauren Papanos
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The Functional Fueling® Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join us every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods. Inquire to work with Lauren’s practice at www.functionalfueling.com. Follow her on Instagram at @functional.fueling.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 156: [The LOdown] The Missing Nutrients Behind Hashimoto's

    [The LOdown] The Missing Nutrients Behind Hashimoto's   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: The role of nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto's Why women with Hashimoto's have higher nutrient needs The hidden connection between oxidative stress and thyroid health The first labs I look at before recommending supplements for Hashimoto's   Important show links Take The Energy Leak quiz  Shop our Mineral Magic and Hormone Potion formulas Listen to my Energy Leaks podcast episode  Learn more about the 6 stages of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis  Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app    ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.

  2. Jul 22

    Episode 155: Pain, Swelling & Exercise Intolerance? This Lymphatic Tool May Help | Rush Simonson

    Pain, Swelling & Exercise Intolerance? This Lymphatic Tool May Help | Rush Simonson A few things we chat about in this episode  Why not all vibration plates are created equal The hidden risks of most vibration plates and how it compares to micro-vibration plates The connection between mechanical stimulation and bone density How vibration may improve pain, soreness, and exercise recovery Who may benefit most from low-magnitude vibration & who should use caution   Important show links Learn more about the benefits of Juvent plates at www.juvent.com Read blog post by Ro Immune and Lymphatic Systems: The Missing Link in Chronic Inflammation and Thyroid Autoimmunity Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app    ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.

  3. Jul 15

    Episode 154: What 10 Years of Helping Active Women Taught Me About Why So Many Stay Stuck with Thyroid Symptoms

    What 10 Years of Helping Active Women Taught Me About Why So Many Stay Stuck with Thyroid Symptoms     A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why so many active women stay stuck despite doing everything right The hidden energy leaks I see behind persistent thyroid symptoms Why normal thyroid labs don’t always explain how you feel The limitations of thyroid hormone medication The underfueling patterns keeping many active women from healing Why your weight may be a symptom, not the root cause of your hormone imbalances The overlooked immune connection behind thyroid dysfunction Why restoring hormone utilization matters more than chasing hormone levels Why you don’t need to quit exercising to heal your thyroid, but do need to rethink the structure of it   Important show links 👇👇👇 Book a Clarity Session - 7/3 - 7/17 only Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

  4. Jul 8

    Episode 153: [The LOdown] Coming off Thyroid Medication - Timeline, The Prep and Outcomes

    [The LOdown] Coming off Thyroid Medication - Timeline, The Prep and Outcomes A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Whether it's actually possible to come off thyroid medication Why so many women remain symptomatic despite treatment The four Energy Leaks I most commonly see in thyroid dysfunction How I determine whether someone is ready to taper medication Why increasing thyroid medication isn't always the answer How restoring whole-body physiology supports thyroid health   Important show links 👇👇👇 Book a Clarity Session - 7/3 - 7/17 only Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

  5. Jul 1

    Episode 152: The Hidden Immune Connection To Endometriosis, HPV, Herpes & Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Triggers & Solutions w/Christian Sohmen

    The Hidden Immune Connection To Endometriosis, HPV, Herpes & Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Triggers & Solutions with Christian Sohmen   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 The immune connection to fertility & unexplained infertility The overlooked immune drivers of endometriosis Why recurrent BV, yeast infections, HPV, & herpes keep coming back Why antibiotics often don’t solve recurrent infections How immune balance influences women’s reproductive health Where micro-immunotherapy fits into a root cause approach   Important show links 👇👇👇 Learn how Micro-immunotherapy can help with autoimmune conditions  Book a Functional Clarity Session with one of our dietitians Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

  6. Jun 24

    Episode 151: [The LOdown] AMA: Navigating Toddler Sleep Deprivation and Balancing Business, Motherhood and Health

    Episode 151: [The LOdown] AMA: Navigating Toddler Sleep Deprivation and Balancing Business, Motherhood and Health   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 How I balance motherhood with work and healthy habits The strategies I used to help my toddler finally become a better sleeper (no crying involved) How I make time for movement and self-care as a busy mom The productivity tools I rely on The non-negotiables and mindset reframes I've adopted since becoming a working mom   Important show links 👇👇👇 Order your hormone potion in our FFN Shop  Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

  7. Jun 17

    Episode 150: Are Seed Oils Really Harmful? The Truth Behind the Headlines with Cherie Calbom

    Are Seed Oils Really Harmful? The Truth Behind the Headlines with Cherie Calbom A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why seed oils have become one of the most debated topics in nutrition The history of seed oils & how they entered the food supply How different oils are processed & why that matters The role of omega 6 fatty acids in human health What current research suggests about dietary fats & inflammation How seed oils may influence metabolic, hormonal, and skin health The challenges of avoiding seed oils in today's food environment Tips for choosing oils when grocery shopping & dining out Simple swaps for incorporating a wider variety of fats into your diet Important show links 👇👇👇 Join our Functional Thyroid Foundations Course to learn how to eat and exercise for thyroid health Purchase a copy of Cherie's book on Amazon 'The Truth Behind Seed Oils" Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

  8. Jun 10

    Episode 149: [The LOdown] The Strategy Behind My Daily Meals & Grocery Shopping

    [The LOdown] The Strategy Behind My Daily Meals & Grocery Shopping   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What my weekly meal planning routine actually looks like How I balance intentional nutrition, ease, and real life as a busy mom The grocery shopping strategies that help me stay consistent throughout the week Why I focus on repeatable routines rather than rigid meal plans The staple foods I always keep on hand  How I structure meals and snacks to support energy, satiety, and hormone health My favorite shortcuts for simplifying healthy eating during busy seasons How I approach feeding both myself and my family without overcomplicating nutrition   Important show links 👇👇👇 Sign up for our Functional Thyroid Foundation Course   for more energy, less inflammation, and a Functional Nutrition Plan for your thyroid health Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app

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The Functional Fueling® Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join us every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods. Inquire to work with Lauren’s practice at www.functionalfueling.com. Follow her on Instagram at @functional.fueling.

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