We are back with part two with Michelle Shapiro! After our initial discussion in the last episode about how these conditions relate to one another, today we are diving into conventional treatments and functional approaches for MCAS, POTS, and hypermobility. Michelle and I discuss why jumping straight to restrictive diets might not be the best long-term solution, why stabilizing mast cells should come first, and why specialized care is crucial.This episode covers:What is missing from conventional treatments for MCASWhy stabilizing mast cells and mediators needs to happen before addressing root causesThe importance of personalized approaches for highly sensitive and hypermobility individualsHolistic management for POTS including sodium intake, compression socks, and potassium-rich foodsUtilizing the Highly Sensitive Body Hub for MCAS and related symptomsMineral Quiz: https://hormonehealingrd.com/guides-support/mineral-quiz/Resources/Links:Take the quiz to find out if you have a highly sensitive body:  https://www.quietthediet.com/a/2147858703/QTiFyr9T Join the HSB Hub: https://www.quietthediet.com/a/2147833897/QTiFyr9T Reflux episode with Michelle: https://hormonehealingrd.com/podcast-episode/s5-e21-the-root-cause-of-reflux-with-michelle-shapiro-rd/Compression socks: https://vimvigr.com/collections/women-all-collections-compression-socks The Chop Levine Protocol (exercise protocol for POTS)The Hypermobility Chiropractor we constantly mentioned: https://thehypermobilechiro.com/ Gupta program: https://guptaprogram.com/ Study link for long covid: https://www.helpadvisor.com/community-health/long-covid-reportConnect with Michelle:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/ Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/ Listen to Quiet The Diet: https://www.quietthediet.com/ Apply to work with Michelle and her team: https://michelleshapirord.com/private-practice Connect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.com/opt-in/free-functional-thyroid-mini-course-podcast/Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

Today, Michelle Shapiro joins me again for another episode! Michelle is an integrative and functional registered dietitian who has helped over 1,000 clients reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut issues and immune issues, and approach their weight in a loving way. Together, we discuss the complex world of long Covid, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and histamine issues and Michelle shares her personal journey and insights on how chronic stress, gut health, and hypermobility intersect with these conditions. This episode not only provides practical strategies for managing these conditions but also emphasizes the importance of understanding your body's unique needs. Michelle and I address how excessive mast cell activation can affect day-to-day life and pregnancy, offering a hopeful perspective on achieving full recovery through both conventional and non-conventional treatments.This episode covers:Understanding your unique body requirements and creating a specific system for introducing necessary nutrientsThe critical role a hopeful and proactive mindset plays in managing and overcoming health challengesComplexities of treating conditions like MCAS and POTSRelation of hypermobility, nervous system, and connective tissue issues with MCAS and POTSImportance to see the interconnectedness of symptomsFunction of mast cells and how COVID-19 can trigger MCASMineral Quiz: https://hormonehealingrd.com/guides-support/mineral-quiz/Resources/Links:Take the quiz to find out if you have a highly sensitive body:  https://www.quietthediet.com/a/2147858703/QTiFyr9T Join the HSB Hub: https://www.quietthediet.com/a/2147833897/QTiFyr9T Reflux episode with Michelle: https://hormonehealingrd.com/podcast-episode/s5-e21-the-root-cause-of-reflux-with-michelle-shapiro-rd/Compression socks: https://vimvigr.com/collections/women-all-collections-compression-socks The Chop Levine Protocol (exercise protocol for POTS)The Hypermobility Chiropractor we constantly mentioned: https://thehypermobilechiro.com/ Gupta program: https://guptaprogram.com/ Study link for long covid: https://www.helpadvisor.com/community-health/long-covid-reportConnect with Michelle:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/ Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/ Quiet The Diet Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quiet-the-diet/id1663088026Connect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

In this episode, I’m going through some of the most helpful areas to focus on for an enjoyable postpartum season with your new baby. Before I dig in, I want to acknowledge that there are many times when things happen that make our postpartum experience less enjoyable that are completely out of our control. I also think we can recover and heal from a stressful postpartum experience. Both us and our babies. I share:The difference in my postpartum experiences with each of my daughtersTips for building sustainable postpartum habitsHow to prioritize self-care & postpartum supportFocus on nervous system health practices to help regulate emotions and build resilienceThe importance to simplify, adjust expectations, and let go of perfectionism during the postpartum seasonThyroid Mineral Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/e5aa246b68Links/Resources:Prenatal blog: https://hormonehealingrd.com/blog/prenatal-nutrition/ Adrenal cocktail: https://hormonehealingrd.com/blog/adrenal-cocktail-recipes/ Irene Lyon nervous system episode: https://hormonehealingrd.com/podcast-episode/s5-e9-nervous-system-101/ Pregnancy adrenal cocktail: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZuFOjfLWOT/?img_index=1 Circadian rhythm episode: https://hormonehealingrd.com/podcast-episode/s5-e22-light-your-circadian-rhythm-your-hormones-with-carrie-bennett/ Breastfeeding accounts:https://www.instagram.com/happy.mama.healthy.baby/https://www.instagram.com/theloveofbreastfeedingConnect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

In this episode, I am sharing my second daughter, Amaia’s birth story. I will also be answering questions this community submitted on IG! This is my birth experience and I will say, I had a beautiful birth at home, it could not have gone better. My first birth was very painful, I thought about giving up multiple times, and had a lot of fear in the beginning. I held a lot of resentment for a while about the pain I went through but I’ve come to change my tune and be grateful for that birth. Katelyn from Happy Homebirth Podcast once told me you have the birth you need. Making the transition from maiden to mother the first time is a lot, at least it was for me. The painful birth prepared me and gave me a little taste for what was ahead. I love being a mom and my entire life revolves around my girls, but it doesn’t mean it’s not hard. It has changed me in ways I couldn’t imagine. If your birth was challenging, I hope it changed you for the better too. I share:How and when my contractions startedTools I used for pain management during laborNot tensing my uterus or pelvic floor during contractions to make progressHow my husband supported me the mostComparing the births of both daughtersWhat I did and used after birth for recovery and healingMinerals 101 Guide: https://hormonehealingrd.com/opt-in/mineral-101-freebie-pc/Links/Resources: Sitz bath: https://www.momandme.com/products/organic-herbal-sitz-bath?variant=39366246400094&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwgJyyBhCGARIsAK8LVLMvJjGSB7dm5FYhRfGWAeW1CIjECKvKNn7u84ueQIRPBbRkkYp9LBoaAhWgEALw_wcB Bao Bei Body (Use code mamastefit for 25% off): https://www.baobeibody.com/products/bloomers-maternity-postpartum-undie-black  Herbs from milk moon herbs: https://www.themilkmoon.com/shop/milk-moon-collection  Silverettes: https://silveretteusa.com/  Connect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

In this episode, I am sharing my career's journey from traditional dietetics to specializing in women's health, as well as how my own health challenges sparked a passion for holistic approaches. I discuss how I am choosing to balance life as an entrepreneur, mother, and my social media presence, along with my favorite lab tests and my favorite resources for continuous learning.What we cover:Where my career education started in traditional nutrition and dieteticsAdditional functional trainings I did to grow my knowledge about women's healthMy introduction to HTMA testing due to my own symptoms after stopping the pillHow I started my business and finding my balance in entrepreneurship as a mom of 2The importance of continuing education and books for professional growth and successHow I am choosing to focus on serving, not comparing, on social mediaMineral Quiz: https://hormonehealingrd.com/guides-support/mineral-quiz/Resources/Links:Instant HTMA Professional Course For Practitioners: https://testdontguess.org/htmacourse (use code HORMONEHEALINGRD for $100 off)List of books:Mineral booksTrace Elements and Other Essential Nutrients by Dr. David L. WattsThe Strands of Health by Rick MalterThe Magnesium Miracle by Dr. Carolyn DeanVitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life by Kate Rhéaume-Bleue BSc NDThe Magnesium Factor by Mildred Seelig Iodine- Why You Need It by David Brownstein The Mineral Fix by James DiNicolantonio and Siim LandThe Copper Revolution by Jason HommelThe Salt Fix by James DiNicolantonioHormone booksOnce A Month by Katharina DaltonThe Premenstrual Syndrome and Progesterone Therapy by Katharina DaltonTaking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni WeschlerPeriod Repair Manual by Lara BridenStress/Nervous System booksWhen The Body Says No by Gabor MateThe Stress Of Life by Hans SelyeThe Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal TheoryThyroid booksOvercoming Thyroid Disorders by Dr. David BrownsteinHypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness by Barnes and GaltonFertility booksReal Food For Fertility Real Food For PregnancyThe Ultimate Fertility Guidebook by Dr. Christina BurnsAwakening Fertility by Heng Ou, Amely Greeven, and Marisa BelgerGeneral booksNutrition & Physical Degeneration by Weston A. PriceDeep Nutrition by Catherine ShanahanIntegrative & Functional Medical Nutrition Therapy textbook (RDs can get CEUs from this one!)How To Heal Your Metabolism by Kate DeeringConnect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

In this episode, I am going to break down our 1:1 healing framework and dig into what we think are the most important areas to focus on when healing and what we specifically do with our 1:1 clients. As always, this episode is for informational purposes only. I am a dietitian but I’m not your dietitian, so please make sure you discuss any changes with your provider. What we cover:The seven pillars of our healing framework, with an emphasis on meeting clients where they areThe importance of personalized, root-cause-focused interventionsOverview of our one-on-one coaching processSpecific cases of client successes, including thyroid issues, skin problems, and fertility strugglesMinerals 101 Guide: https://hormonehealingrd.com/opt-in/mineral-101-freebie/Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Learn more about working 1:1 with our team: https://hormonehealingrd.com/services/1-on-1-coaching/Apply to work 1:1 with our team: https://hormonehealingrd.com/services/1-on-1-coaching/application/ More resources: Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

In this episode, I am joined by Carrie Bennett, to teach you about light, circadian rhythm, and how these impact your hormones. As a college athlete, supposedly at the pinnacle of health, Carrie began suffering chronic joint issues and insomnia. After her first child was born, she developed debilitating stomach pain, adrenal fatigue, and brain fog. Armed with a BS in Biology, an MS in Nutrition, and certifications as a personal trainer, massage therapist, and breathing coach, she still couldn't find the root of her issues. That's when she found quantum biology. Now, as an online educator, clinician, and faculty member of the Quantum Biology Collective, Carrie's mission is to teach her clients how to create a healing environment by applying quantum health strategies around light, water, electrons, and mitochondrial support. Given these tools, clients who have spent years trying to improve their health—just as Carrie did—finally experience powerful healing and lasting benefits.As always, everything shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. We encourage you to do your own research and talk with your healthcare provider to figure out what’s best for you. What we cover:Why circadian rhythm is important for our health, especially hormonesHow our light exposure impacts circadian rhythmHow to optimize our CR in the modern worldHealthy light exposure and support CR during the winter monthsThyroid Mineral Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/e5aa246b68Connect with Carrie:Website: https://www.carriebwellness.com/ Online Courses: https://www.carriebwellness.com/store Online Community: https://www.carriebwellness.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriebwellness/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@carriebwellness Quantum Biology Certification Course for Practitioners: https://www.appliedquantumbiology.com/institute-of-applied-quantum-biology?affiliate_id=3816502Free circadian start kit: https://www.carriebwellness.com/startConnect with Me: My Favorite Paleovalley Products: www.paleovalley.com/hormonehealingrd   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

Michelle Shapiro, RD, delves into the complexities of reflux treatment, discussing symptoms, causes, and the impact of pregnancy on reflux. She explores the connection between stress, thyroid health, and the importance of listening to your body. Topics include managing stomach acid levels, strategies for reflux relief, and the interplay of thyroid health and digestion. The podcast also covers circadian histamine release, stress management for reflux, and the influence of posture, fascia, and the vagus nerve on digestion.

In this episode, I am breaking down important minerals to prioritize for children and answering questions I got from this community on specific scenarios like what to do when a child is dairy free, important considerations for eczema, and so much more! If you’d like access to the bonus episode that shares more resources and specifics on hair testing and kids, you can join me on patreon.com/hormonehealingrd.As always, everything shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. I encourage you to do your own research and talk with your healthcare provider to figure out what’s best for you. This episode covers:Mineral rich nutrition for babies, toddlers, and kids Minerals and gut health and kids Probiotics or fermented foods for supplements HTMA and stool testing with babies, toddlers, and kids Minerals 101 Guide: https://hormonehealingrd.com/opt-in/mineral-101-freebie-pc/Connect with Me: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723 Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

I am interviewing my friend and colleague, Amy Slater. Amy's journey of self-discovery began with the birth of her first set of twins. Embracing motherhood brought about a massive shift in her persona marking a significant turning point in her life, guiding her on a path that led to significant transformation.  Amy hopes that her story can inspire others to make positive changes in their own lives. This episode is for informational purposes only. Please talk with your healthcare provider before making any nutrition or lifestyle changes. My Favorite Paleovalley ProductsResources mentioned:Website to find local farmsCook Once Dinner Fix and Cook Once Eat All Week Are You What You Eat? BookMom struggles: TruthsLunchtime for kids: Pack in the nutrientsTwin mom tips and solutionsReal, Nutrient Dense Food Snack Time SystemReal Food Choice: The power of knowledgeMommy Hack: Make the most of your time in the kitchen (3 recipes)Feeding Kids: A massive job that is 100% necessaryLet’s talk about the WHYS!Essential Mom Movement Strength SeriesMy Stress Cascade Building Kids Health with Food Setting up a healing environment blogSimple recipe postJoin Amy’s newsletter