The Rebel Nutritionist

Brandwein Institute for Nutrition & Wellness
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The podcast that breaks with fancy and fad nutrition tips and offers REAL functional nutrition and health advice. Each week, fine stories, tips and real science based information about living healthier. With a focus on nutrition, movement and emotional balance, you'll have all the information you need to meet your own personal goals.

  1. 5d ago

    Why GLP-1s Work... Until They Don't

    GLP-1 medications can quiet food noise, suppress appetite, and help the scale move but what happens when progress slows, you want to come off, or your body starts feeling different? In this video, Meryl explores what often gets overlooked while taking GLP-1s: protecting muscle and metabolism, supporting your gut and nervous system, nourishing your body while eating less, and addressing the mindset and relationship with food underneath it all. The goal isn't just weight loss, it's building a foundation that can support you beyond the shot.

  2. 5d ago

    WHY Should you WANT to Understand Your Body

    Most people don't think about their bodies until something goes wrong. A little fatigue. Digestive issues. Brain fog. Low energy. Hormone changes. Weight that won't budge. And before long, you're searching for answers without really understanding what's happening beneath the surface. The truth is, your body is constantly communicating with you. The better you understand those signals, the better decisions you can make about your health. In this episode, Meryl breaks down why learning how your body actually works isn't just interesting, it's one of the most valuable investments you can make in your long-term well-being. Whether you're trying to prevent disease, improve your energy, optimize your nutrition, or simply feel better every day, understanding your body gives you the tools to take control of your health instead of guessing.

  3. 5d ago

    The Muscle Mistake Almost Everyone Makes on GLP-1s (Until It's Too Late)

    f you're losing weight on a GLP-1 and the scale is moving, it can feel like everything is working exactly the way it should. But there's something happening behind the scenes that's incredibly easy to overlook: muscle loss. Muscle loss doesn't usually come with an obvious warning. You may feel completely fine while it's happening, and it might not be until later that you notice everyday things feeling different—getting up from the floor, climbing stairs, walking longer distances, or simply feeling as strong as you used to. And once that muscle is gone, rebuilding it can take significantly more time and effort than protecting it in the first place. fileciteturn0file0L42-L64 In this video, we're talking about why maintaining muscle needs to be part of the GLP-1 conversation from the beginning, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Protein matters, but protein by itself isn't the answer. Your body also needs the signal that comes from progressive resistance training to actually support and maintain that muscle. This isn't about being afraid of GLP-1s or taking away from the progress you're making. It's about making sure the weight you're losing now doesn't come at the expense of your strength, mobility, and metabolism later. That's also why muscle is such an important part of what we address inside Beyond the Shot. The earlier you understand what's happening in your body and start supporting it intentionally, the less time you'll spend trying to play catch-up later. Subscribe for the next video in the series, where we'll get into gut symptoms on GLP-1s, why they're so easy to brush off, and what your body may actually be trying to tell you.

  4. Jul 29

    You Are Not Your Diagnosis

    A diagnosis can bring answers, but it should never become your identity. In this episode, Meryl sits down with Amanda to discuss why you're more than a label, how mindset influences healing, and practical ways to move forward without letting a diagnosis define who you are. If you've ever felt stuck in your health journey, this conversation is for you.

  5. Jul 13

    SIBO Gut Health: A Client Experience!

    In this episode of The Rebel Nutritionist Podcast, Shira McManus shares her journey from being a healthy, active woman to suddenly struggling with SIBO, chronic nausea, food intolerances, and debilitating gut issues. After months of doctor visits, tests, medications, and failed protocols, she found herself desperate for answers and unsure if she would ever feel normal again. Shira opens up about what finally helped her turn a corner, the patience and mindset required to heal, and the emotional impact chronic illness can have on your relationships and everyday life. She also shares how her experience changed the way she looks at food and inspired her new venture, Shelf Unstable.

  6. May 11

    Skinny Shot Syndrome!

    Today we're breaking down the hidden psychological and metabolic effects of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy and why silencing hunger isn't the same thing as healing your relationship with food or repairing your metabolism. If you're taking these medications, considering them, or terrified of what happens when the "food noise" comes back, this episode dives into the deeper conversation nobody seems willing to have. We explore the real impact of rapid weight loss on muscle mass, metabolism, hormones, hunger signaling, identity, and long-term metabolic health and why true healing requires more than appetite suppression alone.

  7. Apr 23

    Peptides: Miracle, Marketing or Medicine?

    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:   • The GLP-1 boom: why Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound took over, and what the fine print actually says • The muscle loss conversation nobody is having (and why it matters enormously for long-term health) • BPC-157 and other peptides:  the healing peptide generating real excitement in regenerative medicine, and what the current evidence shows • The neuropeptides:  where the science gets genuinely interesting AND where caution becomes non-negotiable • Why quality and sourcing are not optional:  how counterfeit and low-quality peptides can cause serious harm • Who may genuinely benefit, who should pump the brakes, and why context is everything • What your body actually needs as its foundation,  because no peptide can outwork a broken base   Meryl brings her functional medicine lens to one of the most talked-about topics in longevity right now, without the hype, without the fearmongering, and without leaving you more confused than when you started.   This is the episode for anyone who is curious, cautious, or already mid-experiment.   The bottom line? Peptides are tools, powerful ones, in the right hands, for the right reasons.  But no shot, no protocol, no bio-hack replaces the fundamentals of a body that is truly well-nourished and cared for.   Listen in. Share it with someone who needs it. - Meryl!

  8. Mar 25

    Menopause and Cholesterol: What's Really Happening!

    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 start strengthening the system behind it.

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The podcast that breaks with fancy and fad nutrition tips and offers REAL functional nutrition and health advice. Each week, fine stories, tips and real science based information about living healthier. With a focus on nutrition, movement and emotional balance, you'll have all the information you need to meet your own personal goals.

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  • Creator
    Brandwein Institute for Nutrition & Wellness
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    197
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Rebel Nutritionist

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