In this episode, Michelle explains how we can support our metabolism with Josh Kreifels, RD. They debunk common myths about metabolism, and talk about how we actually have more power than we think to improve our metabolic health.

They discuss:

What exactly is our metabolism?
You are not doomed by your genetics
The role of gut bacteria, thyroid hormones, and inflammation on metabolism
Daily (doable) actions for metabolic health
Cold plunging
Pushing yourself in a positive way

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Timestamps:

(8:30) What makes functional nutrition different?

(16:57) What is metabolism?

(24:32) Why it’s more than just “calories”

(29:07) Influence of gut bacteria

(31:42) Thyroid & metabolism

(35:42) Inflammation & metabolism

(36:52) Daily (doable) actions for metabolic health

(51:47) Cold plunging

(70:47) How to know if you’re pushing yourself in a positive or negative way

(1:02:27) Protein

Links:

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Obesity Study (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition)
Obesity Study: Chart

Josh’s resources:

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Kreifwell.com

Work 1-on-1 with Josh

6-week Firm Foundation Course

Work with Michelle and her free resources:

Quiet the Diet

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