

Light Up Your Metabolism
Danielle Hamilton, FNTP
Welcome to the Light Up Your Metabolism Podcast, where we explore the profound impact of light, environment, and nature on your metabolic health. Hosted by Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and passionate health expert Danielle Hamilton of daniellehamiltonhealth.com, this show is designed to help you break free from the cycle of fatigue, cravings, hormone imbalances, and weight struggles.In today's world, where over 93% of the population is metabolically unhealthy, many people feel stuck despite their best efforts with diet and exercise. Dani delves into the incredible world of quantum and circadian biology, uncovering how simple yet powerful strategies like sunlight, grounding, lowering deuterium, and blocking blue light can transform your health.It's time to reconnect with nature and her cycles. Discover how your environment—including light, electromagnetic fields, temperature, sounds, and even the people around you—affects your metabolic health. Learn actionable tips and bioindividual approaches to charge your body like you charge your phone each night, using the free resources nature provides.Join Dani for insightful discussions and practical advice that will empower you to optimize your blood sugar, boost your energy, improve your sleep, balance your hormones, and feel amazing. Tune in to 'Light Up Your Metabolism' and start your journey to vibrant health today!
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Feb 10, 2024 • 7min
Is your Breakfast Making you Tired or Anxious? | Short & Sweet Episode 153
Hey friends!! I am going to start putting out Short & Sweet Episodes every Saturday!These episodes are taken directly from my somewhat new YouTube Channel!! You can watch and subscribe to that here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@daniellehamiltonhealthABOUT TODAY'S EPISODE:🥣 I was told that oatmeal was a healthy breakfast option but I would always find that I was dragging and hungry again a couple hours later! Has this happened to you?! In this episode you'll learn what to eat for breakfast to give you energy, help you feel full and keep your moods stable!📈 Get a Continuous Glucose Monitor to learn all about your blood sugar:Tastermonial - https://tastermonial.com/products/cgm-freestyle-libre (Code: DANIHEALTH)Nutrisense - nutrisense.io/sugar (Code: SUGAR)Veri - https://www.veristable.com (Code: VSM-DANI)Signos- https://glnk.io/r54zn/hamilton (Code: HAMILTONHEALTH)Levels - Levels levelshealth.com/DANIELLE (No code needed - with this link, get 2 months free with the annual membership)Theia: https://join.theiahealth.ai/c/daniellehamiltonhealthSTAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)👉 Enrollment Opens again this February! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Feb 7, 2024 • 51min
Mitochondrial Secrets to Defy Aging and Master your Metabolism with Jennifer Scheinman | Episode 152
TODAY'S SPONSORTroscriptions: Head to troscriptions.com and use the code DANIHEALTH Jennifer is an accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionist boasting over two decades of expertise in nutrition and wellness. During the course of her career, she has worked at some of the nation's premier health and wellness institutions, showcasing her depth of experience in the field.Jen’s master's degree in Integrative and Functional Nutrition, coupled with advanced training in bioenergetics and hormone balance from the Institute of Functional Medicine, provides her with a profound understanding of the complex interplay between nutrition, cellular health, and longevity. This specialized education has equipped Jen with a unique skill set, enabling her to delve into the nuances of how dietary and lifestyle factors influence the body’s energy production and biological processes of aging.Jen is currently the Senior Manager of Timeline Nutrition, where she plays a pivotal role in educating both healthcare professionals and consumers about the significance of cellular health and Urolithin A in the context of aging and longevity. Beyond her responsibilities at Timeline, she is a renowned speaker, writer, and media figure. Jennifer also continues to practice as a nutrition coach, dedicating herself to assisting clients in optimizing their nutrition for enhanced vitality and a longer healthspan.👉 Timeline: timelinenutrition.com/HAMILTON - use code HAMILTON to save 10% off your first orderJennifer's Website : https://www.jenscheinman.com/ON TODAY'S EPISODE:What are mitochondria and why are they important?What happens when mitochondria start to declineWhat are some advanced signs of aging?What things in our environment and diet impact our mitochondria?What type of medications impact mitochondria?What is mitophagy?What naturally lowers mitophagy?How do we improve mitophagy?The one nutrient that has been proven in humans to stimulate mitophagyThe health benefits of polyphenolsWhat are post-biotics and why are they important?Unlocking the secrets of the pomegranate The studies showing the benefits of Urolithin A on muscle healthHow mitochondrial health is tied to every organ in the bodyHow a decline in mitochondrial function is tied to aging skinHow to make your skin more resilient to the effects of the sunSTAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)👉Enrollment Opens again this February! Get on the waitlist NOW! Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jan 31, 2024 • 55min
Maximize your Mitochondria with Methylene Blue with Dr. Scott Sherr | Episode 151
BEAM Minerals: Head to beamminerals.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 20% offTimeline: Head to timelinenutrition.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10% offTODAY'S GUEST:Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT).Dr. Scott is the COO of Smarter Not Harder, the company behind Troscriptions, a line of precision dosed buccal troches that are Democratizing Enlightenment by addressing the bottlenecks along the path to optimal health. They have five products on the market now including Blue Cannatine, Just Blue, Tro + Blue, Tro Calm, and Tro ZzzDr. Scott is also the co-founder of OneBase Health, an innovative HBOT ecosystem leveraging synergistic technologies to accelerate results, and his clinical practice includes HOMe as its foundation plus an integrative approach to hyperbaric oxygen therapy that includes cutting edge and dynamic HBOT protocols, comprehensive laboratory testing (using the HOMe framework), targeted supplementation, personal practices, synergistic technologies (new and ancient), and more.👉 Use the code DANIHEALTH to save at troscriptions.com!Follow Troscriptions on Instagram: @TroscriptionsTwitter: @TroscriptionsON TODAY'S EPISODE:How do mitochondria and metabolism influence our well-being?What are the symptoms of blood sugar problems and insulin resistance?What are the most effective ways to improve mitochondrial function?How can we increase antioxidants, and why is it crucial?Addressing Nervous System Dysfunction: What are the most effective strategies?An in-depth look at methylene blue: How can it benefit brain clarity?What role does the Blue Cannatine Stack play, and how do nicotine and caffeine interact in this context?Reducing anxiety and stress with the Holistic GABA Supplement, Trocom: How can it be an effective ally?What is the perfect combination between Blue Cannatine and Trocom to enhance its benefits?Using Just Blue to Combat Jet Lag: How can it help us in specific situations?Trosy: A complete GABA formulation for comprehensive support: What are its benefits?How can Tro-Z improve sleep quality?Where can you find Troscriptions products to incorporate into your routine?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)👉 Enrollment Opens again this February! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
How to Stabilize Blood Sugar, Reduce Cravings and Burn Fat Without Calorie Counting With Jason Wittrock | Episode 150
Jason Wittrock, personal trainer and national bodybuilding champion, shares insights on blood sugar management. Topics discussed include modifying the ketogenic diet, spiking blood sugar after workouts, the effectiveness of calorie counting, the impact of specific foods on blood sugar levels, the importance of stabilizing blood sugar and reducing cravings, and the potential for national CGM use.

Jan 10, 2024 • 50min
5 Ways to Stay More Consistent, Get Healthy & Stay off Sugar | Episode 149
Explore 5 ways to improve health habits and reduce sugar cravings. Learn about setting clear goals, creating attractive habits, and leveraging habit tracking for consistency. Discover strategies for gradual habit building, enhancing accountability, stabilizing blood sugar, and setting up a healthy environment. Dive into emotional patterns, environmental influences on health, and the impact of light on sleep cycles. Join a community for ongoing support and live interactions.

Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 16min
Strategies to Lower Insulin Levels for Better Hormones, Blood Sugar, and Weight Loss with Dr. Ali Chappell | Episode 148
TODAY'S GUESTDr. Ali Chappell, the Founder and CEO of Lilli Health, aims to revolutionize the treatment of insulin resistance and PCOS. She is a Registered Dietitian with a MS in nutritional sciences and a PhD in nutrition and metabolism with a focus in reproductive endocrinology. She also completed a National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded postdoctoral research fellowship to further investigate nutrition, insulin resistance, and PCOS. Over the past 12 years, she has conducted three clinical research studies focusing on the transformative ability of a Low Insulin Lifestyle to reverse insulin resistance and treat PCOS. Having PCOS herself, she has dedicated her career to studying a Low Insulin Lifestyle in patients with PCOS. This research led to her receiving a grant from the National Science Foundation in 2021 to launch Lilli Health and help take her research from the lab and the pages of medical journals and into the hands of patients and their healthcare providers.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillihealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lillihealthON TODAY'S EPISODEAli shares her personal story and how she came to study insulin and its impact on PCOS. We discuss the gap in PCOS messaging and the importance of understanding insulin resistance. Ali explains the testing methods for insulin levels and the significance of low fasting insulin. We also explore the foods that raise insulin levels and the misconception around blood sugar management. Our conversation highlights the crucial role of insulin in PCOS and the need for personalized nutrition approaches. In this episode we explore the impact of food on blood sugar and insulin levels and emphasize the importance of understanding the nuances of individual responses to different types of fruits and the role of fructose in liver fat accumulation. We highlight the benefits of a low insulin lifestyle compared to keto and paleo diets as well as the effects of combining fat or protein with fruit and the potential benefits of time-restricted eating and intermittent fasting. We also share other factors that can help lower insulin levels, such as managing stress and improving sleep.STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)👉 Enrollment Opens again this February! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Dec 27, 2023 • 1h 2min
11 Things I've Learned (or Changed my Mind About) Since Starting this Podcast 4 Years Ago | Episode 147
The podcast discusses 11 key insights about ketosis, the influence of circadian rhythms and light on health and blood sugar, the importance of breakfast, fat, protein, and minerals for blood sugar optimization, the importance of protein in snacks and meals, and the impact of light on blood sugar and sleep.

Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 17min
What to Eat to Balance Your Blood Sugar & Avoid Spikes and Crashes | My Interview on the Kick Sugar Summit | Episode 146
TODAY'S EPISODEThis is the interview I gave on the Kick Sugar Summit! Blood sugar is PERSONAL. No two people's blood sugar is the same or is affected by foods, stress, or lifestyle factors in the same way. In this interview, I share my health journey and why I started to care about my blood sugarhow your blood sugar and insulin can be dysregulated for years before your doctor takes notehow sugar impacts all your organs and processes in the bodyearly symptoms of blood sugar issueshow to know if your hunger is healthywhat actually drives cravings and why you can't "will" your way out of themwhat IS balanced blood sugar (and why I actually no longer use that term)how to find out what your blood sugar is doing and if that's optimalstrategies to experiment with and implement to start stabilizing your blood sugarhow to avoid feeling "snackish" and reduce cravingshow to build a plate that stabilizes blood sugarwhy you shouldn't eat bananas in the winterthe most common mistakes people make when they're trying to improve their blood sugarcommon digestive issues and strategies to improve them when you go low carb👉 Optimize Your Digestion for Low-Carb Diets: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/offers/B6MBNaLt 👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again soon! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/bloodsugarmasterySTAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Dec 11, 2023 • 54min
Are Stress and Burnout Affecting Your Blood Sugar? with Christa Biegler | Episode 145
TODAY'S GUEST:Christa Biegler is an author, podcast host and private practice owner helping health-savvy women overcome food sensitivities and fatigue without restrictive dieting to beat bloat, burnout & eczema breakouts. She has a passion for subclinical thyroid issues, the nervous system & stealth biotoxins. She lives with her husband & kids in the Midwest. Instagram -@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/Facebook: @christabieglerrdWebsite(s): https://www.christabiegler.com/ www.lessstressedlife.com www.eczemanutritionist.com IN THIS EPISODE:Unrealized stress can have a significant impact on the body, leading to burnout and hormonal imbalances.The adrenals and thyroid are closely connected, and proper adrenal function is essential for optimal thyroid function.Testing hormones can be helpful, but symptoms should not be overlooked as they provide valuable insights into imbalances.Stress depletes important nutrients, such as potassium and sodium, which are crucial for hormone production and overall health.The connection between stress and inflammation is bidirectional, with stress contributing to inflammation and inflammation causing additional stress on the body. Inflammation and stress are closely related, and it is important to identify the root causes of inflammation.Mitochondria play a crucial role in energy production and overall health.Supporting mitochondrial health can improve energy levels and overall well-being.Proper nourishment, sunlight exposure, and timing of meals are essential for optimal health.Inappropriate fasting can have negative effects on adrenal and thyroid health.Clinical experience and client feedback are valuable sources of knowledge in healthcare.The mainstream healthcare model needs to be reevaluated and prioritize individualized care.STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Dec 6, 2023 • 53min
Are you a Gray Area Drinker? with Sarah Rusbach | Episode 144
TODAY'S GUESTSarah is a certified Women's Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences.After developing what she describes as 'a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol', Sarah made the decision to remove alcohol from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back. She now works with women across the globe, guiding them from feeling lost, stuck and out of control (something she fully understands herself), to a healthier and happier way of living.Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/homeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrusbatchON TODAY'S EPISODE: 00:00 - What is Gray Area Drinking03:23 - Sarah's Experience as a Gray Area Drinker08:20 - Alcohol as a Crutch11:55 - Making the Change and Overcoming Excuses15:53 - Fears and Hesitations to Quitting Alcohol17:34 - Challenges in Socializing Without Alcohol19:14 - Alcohol as False Connection21:44 - Authentic Connections Without Alcohol25:24- The Influence of Alcohol Marketing and Culture28:48 - Alcohol's Impact on Women's Health32:51 - How Women Metabolize Alcohol Differently35:12 - Health Effects of Alcohol on Blood Sugar and Sleep40:33 - Signs of Gray Area Drinking43:31 - Resources for Gray Area Drinkers45:41 - Supporting Women in Overcoming Gray Area Drinking45:48 - Alcohol-Free Challenges47:42 - The Power of a 30-Day Break48:24 - Community and Connection49:10 - Beyond Booze: A New PerspectiveSTAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️