Insight Into Health Podcast

Allison McKeany, MS, RD
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Nutrition science, personal stories, & interviews changing the way you think about health — no shame, no pressure, just real talk. insightintohealth.substack.com

  1. 21h ago

    20 — Digestion 101

    In this second episode on digestive health, I walk you through the most frequent digestive complaints I hear from my patients and discuss common causes and interventions. You can find more about digestive health in my latest article series, “The Ins & Outs of Digestive Health”: Part 1: Mouth to Middle Part 2: Where the Action Happens Part 3: Down & Out To learn more about me, visit allisonmckeany.com. Subscribe — for free! — to receive the next article on fiber and get access to all of my health guides, recipes, and more! This information is meant to educate and inspire but is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team to determine what is most appropriate for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    20 — Digestion 101

  2. Oct 7

    19 — Everyone Poops!

    Once again, I was joined by Dr. Marci L. Hardy, PhD, MA, to discuss how to become more comfortable talking about your bodily functions. Dr. Hardy previously joined me in episode #8 — You are the Expert on Your Body to talk about advocating for yourself and your loved ones to ensure you are getting the attention and care you need from your healthcare providers. In this episode, Dr. Hardy expands on her patient advocacy approach to overcoming the social taboos of talking about digestive function and symptoms more generally, as well as specifics, such as reflux, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. If just reading this makes you squirm, remember… Everyone Poops! For more about digestive health, including reflux, gas, bloating, and more, check out The Ins & Outs of Digestive Health — Part 1 and Part 2. More on the Bristol Stool Chart Check out this digestive health comic book Dr. Hardy told me about after the podcast recording was complete!wq More about Marci’s work can be found at drmarcihardy.com and @drmarcihardy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. For more about me, Allison McKeany, check out allisonmckeany.com. This information is meant to educate and inspire but is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team to determine what is most appropriate for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    19 — Everyone Poops!

  3. Sep 30

    18 — It’s Not Too Late to Start

    Kathy Hutchinson and Janessa Dusek of Active Wellness Center in Petaluma, California, joined me to talk about the “predictable physiologic changes” that come with peri- and post-menopause. Kathy is an exercise physiologist and the Medical Integration Coordinator with Active Wellness Center, with extensive experience in cardiac rehabilitation, Parkinson's disease, and general medical fitness. Janessa is a personal trainer certified in corrective exercise, pre- and postnatal care, women’s fitness, and senior fitness. She also created the Active Wellness Center's Women's Strength Training Series. Together, we discussed the physical changes that occur from perimenopause into postmenopause and how to think about resistance training goals, whether you are in your 20s & 30s, 40s, and 50s, or in your postmenopause years. Kathy and Janessa shared many gems about fitness, listening to your body, and showing up for yourself. Resources discussed during this episode: Dr. Mary Claire Haver Thanks for being here, Allison allisonmckeany.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    18 — It’s Not Too Late to Start

  4. Sep 23

    17 — Supplements & Perimenopause

    Registered Dietitian and friend Karen Louise Scheuner joined me to talk about perimenopause, supplements, shape-shifting diet culture, and how turning to supplements can sometimes signal a deeper fear of aging and a changing body. Check out more about supplements in my Supplements 101 guide. As mentioned during our conversation, magnesium-rich foods include nuts and seeds (especially pumpkin seeds and chia seeds), beans, lentils, whole grains, leafy greens, dark chocolate (>70% cacao), and more. More about Karen: mindful-nutrition.comMore about me: allisonmckeany.com Thanks for being here,~Allison This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    17 — Supplements & Perimenopause

  5. Sep 16

    16 — You Are Not Alone

    I was joined by my longtime friend, respected clinical psychologist, and founder of Cultivate Together Psychology, Dr. Megan Spence. Dr. Spence specializes in working with adults and couples, with a passion for increasing awareness of mental health during perimenopause. Learn more about Dr. Spence at cultivatetogetherpsychology.com. She's also launching a virtual perimenopause support group — learn more here! This episode is rich with resources, including a symptom checklist Dr. Spence graciously shared: * menopause.org * The (M) Factor * Perimenopause Symptom Checklist We then turned the tables, and Dr. Spence asked me questions about how nutrition and lifestyle may affect perimenopause symptoms. Below are the Health Guides I referenced during the interview: * Tofu Primer * Sleep * Nutrition * Supplements 101 (including information on testing for iron deficiency) Thanks for being here, ~Allison This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    16 — You Are Not Alone

  6. Sep 9

    15 — Ending the Prohibition on Women’s Health

    “Women are not small men.” ~Dr. Stacy Sims, exercise physiologist & nutrition scientist. I was joined by retired clinical psychologist, author, and consultant Dr. Mary Flett to continue our conversation about women’s health, research, and aging. More about Dr. Mary at drmaryflett.com. More about me at allisonmckeany.com. Thanks for being here, ~Allison This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    15 — Ending the Prohibition on Women’s Health

  7. Sep 2

    14 — Starting the Menopause Conversation

    I am starting the conversation about women’s health this month with my friend, Registered Nurse, Holistic Yoga Therapist & Thai Massage practitioner Jennifer Briscoe. We discuss the importance of talking about perimenopause and menopause with the women, healthcare providers, and young people in our lives. Here are some of the menopause related books that I’ve found helpful: * The New Menopause, Mary Claire Haver * The Menopause Brain, Lisa Mosconi * The Menopause Manifesto, Jen Gunter The Menopause Society provides education and a tool to find certified menopause practitioners in your area. More about Jennifer Briscoe and The Becoming Circles at jenniferbriscoe.com. More about me at allisonmckeany.com. Thanks for being here, ~Allison This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    14 — Starting the Menopause Conversation

  8. Aug 26

    13 — Your Body Isn’t The Problem

    Weight-neutral dietitian Karen Louise Scheuner joined me to talk about embracing your metabolism and body as the path to health. Karen explained how diet culture and weight cycling are working against the amazing system that keeps us alive. Karen provides a refreshing take on how to think about your body and food, and encourages us all to trust the “fundamental wisdom of our bodies.” More about Karen: mindful-nutrition.com More about me: allisonmckeany.com Thanks for being here, ~Allison This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insightintohealth.substack.com

    13 — Your Body Isn’t The Problem
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Nutrition science, personal stories, & interviews changing the way you think about health — no shame, no pressure, just real talk. insightintohealth.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Allison McKeany, MS, RD
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © Allison McKeany
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    Insight Into Health Podcast

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