EP. 207: Welcome back to another episode of the Realfoodology podcast! Today’s episode is a must-listen as I sit down with Lauren Papanos, a registered dietitian nutritionist, board-certified sports dietitian, and hormone specialist with over eight years of experience. We discuss how overworking out and under-eating can impact your hormones and overall health. Lauren also unpacks oxidative stress, its role in chronic diseases, and practical tips to manage it, including essential lab tests and dietary strategies. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on women's health that will leave you informed and empowered!
Timestamps:
- 05:42 - Allostatic load and strength training
- 11:49 - Zone two training
- 13:56 - Strength training vs pilates
- 15:47 - Effectively fueling yourself for workouts
- 19:24 - Pre and post workout meal tips
- 21:50 - Nutritional stress and undereating
- 30:17 - Oxidative Stress and overworking out
- 35:21 - Mineral depletion
- 40:28 - Getting a thyroid panel
- 42:51 - The dangers of carb restriction
- 47:57 - No naked carbs
- 50:44 - Hunger cue hormones
- 53:27 - Gut health and your thyroid
- 57:04 - Lab tests for gut health
- 59:02 - PCOS and insulin resistance
- 01:01:54 - Oxidative stress and autoimmune issues
- 01:05:51 - Lessening the impact of oxidative stress
- 01:08:05 - Regulating oxidative stress and inflammation
- 01:10:51 - Lauren’s health non negotiables
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Produced By: Drake Peterson
