

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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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! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nov 29, 2023 • 45min
Alcohol's Impact on your Blood Sugar, Insulin, Appetite, & Metabolism | Episode 143
BLOOD SUGAR MASTERY is my signature 8-week group coaching course that will give you all the tools to master your blood sugar so you can gain energy, sleep better, burn fat, crush cravings and feel amazing! It will help give you the clarity on what to change and why so you can ditch the confusion and start making changes that really help you feel better WITHOUT trying to change everything all at once! Enrollment is now open until Saturday, Dec 2nd! ON TODAY'S EPISODE...I dive into how different factors impact alcohol's absorptionHow alcohol impacts our blood sugar & blood sugar spikesHow alcohol impacts our insulin and insulin sensitivityAlcohol's impact on metabolismHow alcohol drives overnight wake-upsAlcohol's impact on fat loss How alcohol impacts our appetiteHow having sugar with alcohol leads to more issuesSTAY 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!My *new program* SugarSavvy is your Complete Guide to Glucose Testing! Use the code SUGARFREE to get it absolutely free! Enroll hereThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nov 22, 2023 • 55min
Break Up With Alcohol and Break Through To Your Best Life with Amanda Kuda | Episode 142
BLOOD SUGAR MASTERY is my signature 8-week group coaching course that will give you all the tools to master your blood sugar so you can gain energy, sleep better, burn fat, crush cravings and feel amazing! It will help give you the clarity on what to change and why so you can ditch the confusion and start making changes that really help you feel better WITHOUT trying to change everything all at once! Get on the waitlist here. Enrollment opens on Black Friday!FullScript Online Supplement Dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/daniellehamiltonhealthAre you sober-curious but you don't have a problem with alcohol? Typically, the message we get in our society is that you only stop drinking IF you have a problem with it. My guest today, Amanda Kuda, decided to stop drinking, not because she had a problem with alcohol, but because she understood that alcohol was dulling her potential and getting in the way of her living her best life! I absolutely love Amanda and her incredible story and you will too! TODAY'S GUEST:Amanda Kuda is an alcohol-free lifestyle expert. She’s a holistic life coach, speaker and author living, working and playing in Austin, TX. As a coach, Amanda helps ambitious, soul-centered women stop drinking and start manifesting the life they deserve and desire.She teaches a modern approach to personal development, self-actualization and spiritual enlightenment through the lens of elective sobriety. Amanda’s first book, Unbottled Potential: Break Up With Alcohol And Break Through To Your Best Life is out now (Penguin Random House / Avery) Website: https://amandakuda.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandakuda/Book - Unbottled Potential: https://amzn.to/3MTmW2SQuiz - Are You A Comfort Zone Drinker: https://amandakuda.com/quizFree Mini-Course - Awakened without Alcohol: https://amandakuda.podia.com/awakened-without-alcohol-free-seriesSTAY 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!My *new program* SugarSavvy is your Complete Guide to Glucose Testing! Use the code SUGARFREE to get it absolutely free! Enroll hereThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nov 15, 2023 • 43min
How to Upgrade your Coffee for Better Blood Sugar & to Avoid a Crash | Episode 141
BLOOD SUGAR MASTERY is my signature 8-week group coaching course that will give you all the tools to master your blood sugar so you can gain energy, sleep better, burn fat, crush cravings and feel amazing! It will help give you the clarity on what to change and why so you can ditch the confusion and start making changes that really help you feel better WITHOUT trying to change everything all at once!ON TODAY'S EPISODE...I dive into how coffee and caffeine impact your blood sugar and insulinHow much coffee should you drink?When should you drink coffee and why? Is a bulletproof coffee a good breakfast idea?The half-life of caffeine and clearance from your bodyWhat type of coffee you should drink (things to look for when buying coffee)What about decaf? What should I avoid putting in my coffee?What are the best creamers and things to put in my coffee that are blood sugar friendly?What are coffee alternatives that support adrenals instead of tanking them?Other considerations with coffee (such as hydration)LINKS:Check out my Amazon Storefront for some of my favorite coffees, coffee alternatives & flavorings! Lifeboost CoffeePerfect Supplements Collagen (Use code DANI10 to save!) 15% off Paleovalley bone broth protein with this link 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!My *new program* SugarSavvy is your Complete Guide to Glucose Testing! Use the code SUGARFREE to get it absolutely free! Enroll hereThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nov 1, 2023 • 33min
All About Blood Sugar Numbers, Testing, CGMs & Optimal Ranges + What your Doctor Might Miss! | Episode 139
INTRODUCING: ✨ SugarSavvy ✨ Your Comprehensive Guide to Glucose Testing!Inside SugarSavvy you'll learn how to test your blood sugar with CGMs and Finger-Prick Monitors, you'll get access to discounts on testing devices, learn about ranges and patterns you might see and what these numbers or patterns could indicate. Use the code SUGARFREE to get the program absolutely free! Enroll hereON TODAY'S EPISODE...You'll learn about optimal ranges for blood sugarHow to interpret blood sugar tests (like fasting glucose & A1C) from your doctorTests to ask your doctor forWhat your doctor misses when it comes to your blood sugarand more!!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 November! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/bloodsugarmasteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


