

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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Apr 20, 2020 • 1h 2min
Episode 22: Hacks to reduce blood glucose spikes, how the blood sugar roller coaster creates cravings & more with Jessie Inchauspe, the Glucose Goddess
I am SO excited to bring you today's episode featuring the Glucose Goddess herself: Jessie Inchauspe!Jessie studied Maths and Biochemistry, and spent her early career on the product team at 23andMe. She's now building her own company and her own brand (@glucosegoddess on Instagram) to help people connect with their bodies and lose weight by wearing a continuous glucose monitor.On today's show, Jessie and I discuss her background, why knowing about your blood glucose is important, what ranges your blood glucose should be in, what it feels like when your blood glucose is too high or low, how blood sugar roller coasters create cravings, how products labeled "keto" might be sabotaging your blood glucose levels, hacks to reduce blood sugar spikes, the role of bioindividuality, and SO much more!Thank you to Jessie for coming on the show! Be sure to follow her on Instagram! Her content is incredible and helps to make a confusing subject like blood sugar, much more understandable!Follow me on Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth where you can submit questions for the show! Remember to leave a rating or review if you're liking the show so that the podcast can continue to grow! Thank you for listening <3

Apr 13, 2020 • 58min
Episode 21: Debunking calories-in, calories-out; Hashimoto's & Thyroid health; chronic cardio vs strength training with Connie Nightingale
Thanks for joining me for another episode of the Unlock the Sugar Shackles Podcast. This week on the show we are so happy to have Connie Nightingale of https://www.connienightingale.com/. Connie is a nutritionist, personal trainer, and former body builder. We talk about Connie's incredible health journey and story, how over-training and under-eating negatively impacted her health, and talked about recommendations for types of exercise and workouts that actually improve your health and physique.Her podcast is the Fit Farming Food Mom. Connie's Instagram is @conniebegonnie.Thanks so much for listening to today's episode! If you're liking the show, please be sure to leave a rating and review as it helps the show to grow!

Apr 10, 2020 • 31min
Episode 20: Q&A - Effects of alcohol on the immune system; New to fasting and really hungry; What food did I have at my wedding; Sleep & fasting
Thanks for tuning into today's episode! If you're liking the show, please be sure to leave a rating or review to help the show grow! Follow me on instagram: @daniellehamiltonhealthor on facebook @daniellehamiltonhealth.

Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 8min
Episode 19: Healing emotional eating & binge eating with keto + emotional / mindset work with Liza Manouselis
Today's show is so special because I am welcoming Liza Manouselis as my first guest on the podcast!Liza has had an incredible story of triumph when it comes to her emotional and binge eating (BE) past. In today's interview she talks about how unresolved traumas can contribute to BE and the steps she took (both food related and non-food related) to help her recover from BE. Ali Shapiro's website: https://alishapiro.com/Liza's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravelyblossoming/Liza's post on the Emotion Wheel we discussed: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-h5t0WDEa2/And here is Liza's recipe for her Keto Indian-style Chicken:1-2lbs Chicken thighs2 tablespoons of gheeAdd ghee to pan, and cook chicken all the way through. Then put the following item in a blender/food processor until contents are smoothie consistency:3 large tomatoes1 yellow onion1/4 cup chopped ginger3+ cloves garlic (I like to add more)1 tbl Garam masala spice1 tbl garlic powder1 tbl onion powderSalt + pepper to tasteOnce the chicken in cooked, pour the mix over the chicken, turn up the heat, and bring contents to a boil. Let it sit at a boil for a short period of time, then bring the heat back down and simmer. Add a can of coconut cream here. Allow the contents to reduce to your liking. GARNISH with lots of yummy cilantro. Keto/low carb side dish suggestion: Cauliflower rice, with green peas. Add turmeric and ghee.Thank you so much for listening and for your support! Please share the show with loved ones, share on your social media pages and be sure to rate/review the show! <3

Apr 3, 2020 • 16min
Episode 18: Q&A - Should you eat fruit; Foods to eat or avoid at night; Timing of Intermittent Fasting.

Mar 30, 2020 • 36min
Episode 17: The Blood Sugar Connection with Risk of COVID-19 -PLUS- 6 Steps to Quickly Balance Blood Sugar to Improve Immunity
Unfortunately, those with diabetes, prediabetes and blood sugar dysregulation are having worse health outcomes with COVID-19 - higher susceptibility, more ICU time and even a higher mortality rate.FORTUNATELY, even if you've had diabetes for years, there are things that you can do RIGHT NOW to improve your overall health and your immune system. 1. Diet2. Fasting3. Movement4. Stress Reduction + sleep (which I forgot to mention!)5. Getting Outside 6. Social DistancingI have an Immunity Master Class that will be launching soon so stay informed by subscribing to my newsletter on my website https://daniellehamiltonhealth.com/.Join my #SugarFree30 facebook group. A new #SugarFree30 will start April 1st! https://www.facebook.com/groups/841263212997591/If you haven't already, please leave a review or rating on Apple Podcasts or iTunes! It helps people find the show. Thank you for listening, for submitting your questions, for sharing the podcast with others, and for being here! I appreciate each and every one of you!

Mar 28, 2020 • 26min
Episode 16: Q&A - Best Immune Boosters; Toxic Foods They Market as Health; Solution for being always thirsty
I'm a day late but I'm back with another Q&A episode of the podcast! This week I'm focusing on what I'm doing to stay healthy (including mental health!!) during this pandemic/quarantine.I also go over some foods that have been touted as being really healthy but in my opinion, don't hold up.Here's the Canola Oil video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cfk2IXlZdbI (gross!)Another question I got was about being constantly thirsty and not having thirst quenched by water. While this is a symptom of Diabetes, there are some things we can do to improve our hydration. Here's the link to my FullScript Store if you want to buy electrolytes or other high-quality supplements at a 10% discount. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/danielledurantehealthAnd last but not least, please leave a quick 5-star rating for the show on Apple Podcasts or iTunes as it helps others find the show! THANK YOU! I appreciate you all. And please, stay well! <3

Mar 20, 2020 • 23min
Episode 15: 11 Holistic Tips for Improving your Immune System + Tips for Binge or Emotional Eating during Stress from COVID-19
In this special edition of the podcast, I discuss some of my best tips for improving your immune system. It is a better time than ever to really take care of your immune system. To do that, we can't just take Vitamin C and think we are good to go! We need to adjust our diet and lifestyle by removing inflammatory and irritating foods & substances, and also adding in healing, nutrient-rich foods and supplements along with critical lifestyle pieces like sleep, stress management and movement.Over the past few days, many of my clients and Instagram followers have been reporting that they have been emotionally eating more than usual. And I have been too! It's a difficult time and it's important to forgive ourselves and not shame or guilt ourselves for how we are responding to this increase in anxiety and fear. Here is the body scan meditation that I have really been enjoying over the past several days: https://open.spotify.com/track/7DtlWpQFHLKSfyy3mKr8Sg?si=_WOE4I2UTlWfQVYg8FxsywPlease remember to rate and review the show!And here are the links for submitting questions and for staying in touch! Instagram https://instagram.com/daniellehamiltonhealth and my website https://daniellehamiltonhealth.com/.Thanks SO much for listening, and sharing the podcast with your friends, families & social networks! <3 I appreciate all of you!

Mar 13, 2020 • 19min
Episode 14: Q&A - Tips for COVID-19 quarantine/lockdown (real food / keto); Can sauna kill the virus?; Where can I get good quality meat?; Upcoming Immunity Master Class
On this episode of the show, we get into tips for stocking up properly for quarantine / lockdown due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. (hint: I don't recommend stocking up on frozen pizzas and ice cream!) Remember - sugar lowers your immune system!I also answer the questions: Can an Infrared Sauna kill the COVID-19 virus once you get it?And I make some recommendations on where to get really high quality meat.Here are the links to the companies and websites I recommended (including the deal for ButcherBox!)ButcherBox (+ deal 2 free lbs of ground beef per order for life!)Force of Nature MeatsEat Wild (find local farmers)You can find me on instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth and on my website https://daniellehamiltonhealth.com/ Thanks for listening! Please remember to rate the show <3

Mar 6, 2020 • 17min
Episode 13: Q&A - Feasting vs Fasting; more calories + veggies on keto; L-Glutamine for PCOS & sugar cravings; favorite chocolate brands
Welcome back to another Friday Mini-sode! Thank you Vanessa9191 for the kind review of the show!Today I go over the questions: What does "feasting & fasting" mean?How can I get more calories into my diet on keto?Does L-Glutamine help women with PCOS to reduce sugar cravings?What are your favorite chocolate brands?I loved answering all these questions so keep them coming! You can submit questions to the show on my instagram https://instagram.com/danielledurantehealth (soon to be https://instagram.com/daniellehamiltonhealth) and on my website https://danielledurantehealth.com/ soon to be https://daniellehamiltonhealth.com/.Thanks SO much for listening, and sharing the podcast with your friends, families & social networks! <3 I appreciate all of you!