Naturally Nourished

Ali Miller RD
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Dec 7, 2020 • 1h 19min

Episode 218: Holiday Food-as-Medicine and Gift Giving Guide +Q&A

Here come the holidays and the end of 2020, we want to empower you to stay on top of your health game and support your loved ones! Want to be on top of it this year with prioritizing your body’s needs AND getting your shopping done? Want to hear about the use of CBD oil, elderberry in the immune season, the impact of a high protein diet on the body and more burning listeners questions? Tune in to hear Ali and special pinch hitter guest, Brady Miller (her husband) talk strategy for navigating holiday celebrations, tips for supporting healthy eating with kiddos and finding true food freedom during this season. You won’t want to miss what’s on their gift wishlists!    Also in This Episode: Holiday Gift Guide - UPDATED! Leave an Amazon Review for The Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook or The Anti-Anxiety Diet Redefining Food Freedom Priorities for Food As Medicine During the HolidaysBone broth Limit inflammatory foods Be mindful of carbs Keep present your “why” for empowerment Holiday Survival SupplementsDigestaid GI Lining Support Rest Restore Renew Detox packs GABACalm Berberine Boost Microbiome SupportTargeted Strength Probiotic Rebuild Spectrum Probiotic Beat the Bloat Cleanse Berberine Boost Stress SupportCalm and Clear Gaba Calm Stress Manager Bundle Adrenal Rehab Bundle Ali and Becki’s Gift Giving GuidePersonal Faves (and Brady’s inspo)Everyday Oil Weighted Blanket Singing Bowl Norden Goods Essential Oils Grown Alchemist Shampoo Grown Alchemist Conditioner Bathing Culture Body Wash Dr. Bronner's PURE-CASTILE LIQUID SOAP PF Candle Co Incense Stocking StuffersNaturally Nourished Gift Cards BeautyCounter Lip Gloss Set - Choose Becki Yoo as your consultant!   Baller GiftsEbb & Flo Balance Board Sunlighten Sauna - use code ALIMILLERRD for $200 off! Uplift Standing Desk Sonos Move Speaker Sponsors for this episode: This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!    This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted.  Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!   
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Nov 30, 2020 • 1h 32min

Episode 217: Beyond Labels with Joel Salatin and Dr. Sina McCollough

Are you overwhelmed by diet culture and confused about the difference between organic, free range, sustainable, natural? Looking for way to reboot your passion for connecting yourself into your food system and revamping how you look at food or your daily approach to eating? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Joel Salatin and Dr. Sina McCollough, two thought leaders and genuinely awesome people!    Joel has inspired millions with his work on Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia, which was featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore’s Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc.  Joel is a world leader in regenerative agriculture with a passionate understanding of the harmonious relationship between nature and the farmer. Dr. Sina has a radical health healing journey from a diet comprised of processed foods shifting to an individualized food-as-medicine approach serving to rebound from chronic illness and severe nutritional deficiencies.    In this episode, we discuss action items or practical bites to “get your hands dirty” and directly connect with your food system as well as defining a continuum from processed foods to whole foods and from a lackluster life to a vibrant one! We also go into more broad high level conversations on sovereignty and health freedom touching on farm subsidies, medical autonomy, disease label and diagnostics, and defining what elements are necessary for optimal wellness.  Also in this episode: Joel and Sina’s Story What does Beyond Labels mean to the authors? Unpacking the continuum of health diagram Maximal Health Maximal Happiness Maximal Freedom Maximal Trust Maximal Personal Responsibility As opposed to: sadness, dependence, blind faith, and victimhood What food labels really mean? Deep dive conversation on Freedom How to harness your power and vote with your dollar Being a conscious Omnivore Backyard growing and homesteading   Purchase Beyond Labels book here!   Connect with Sina at: www.HandsOffMyFood.com and Joel at:  www.PolyfaceFarms.com Sponsors for this episode: This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.   This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted. Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!    About our guests:  Dr. Sina McCullough is the author of Beyond Labels and Hands Off My Food. She holds a Ph.D. in Nutritional Science and a B.S. in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior, both from the University of California at Davis. She was the Director of R&D for a supplement company and taught Biochemistry and Bioenergetics at UC Davis. Despite her knowledge, she developed an autoimmune disease, which prompted her to launch an investigation into our food supply. What she learned saved her life; she reversed the disease without the use of medication. Now, Dr. McCullough is dedicated to helping others avoid the health challenges she has faced. Joel Salatin and his family operate Polyface Farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Beginning in 1961 the family developed soil building and water-enhancing protocols to grow pastured livestock: beef, pork, chicken, turkey, ducks, and sheep. The farm direct markets to individual families, restaurants, and institutional dining services. With a long track record of innovation and excellence, Polyface Farm holds educational seminars, farm tours, day camps and events to encourage duplication and understanding. Joel is the author of 13 books, including Beyond Labels, Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal, and The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer and he is the editor of the world’s premier pastured livestock publication, The Stockman Grass Farmer.
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Nov 23, 2020 • 51min

Episode 216: Holiday Celebrations and Thanksgiving Menu Inspiration

Are you still putting the finishing touches on your holiday menu? Need some inspiration that will convince your family that real food can taste good once and for all? Looking for some tips to navigate the holidays and stay on track? Tune in to get Ali’s top tips for holiday survival and best practices for incorporating both mindful indulgence and nutrient density in your menu planning.    In this episode, Ali and Becki will definitely make you drool with their holiday menu inspiration! Learn about ways to incorporate greens into your Thanksgiving meal, choosing quality fats and why we love nut flour. Plus eating nose to tail, holiday survival supplement essentials, and how to navigate conversations about the “bad season” with family and friends!   Also in this episode: Tips for Navigating the Holidays Get Your Greens Choose Quality Fats Use Nut Flours Over Grain Based Flours Make Bone BrothMaking Nutrient Dense Bone Broth Video Incorporate OrgansOrgan Recipes Ali and Becki’s Thanksgiving MenuBacon Wrapped Butternut Squash Beet Hummus (Naturally Nourished Ebook) Spatchcocked Turkey Turkey Brine Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest Jerusalem Cookbook Cauliflower Salad Brussels with Bacon and Cranberries Bacon Pecan Pie Holiday Recipe Roundup Holiday Survival SupplementsDigestaid GI Lining Support Rest Restore Renew Detox packs GABACalm Berberine Boost Navigating the “Bad Season” with Love and Logic   Sponsors for this episode: This episode is also sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!   
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Nov 16, 2020 • 1h 39min

Episode 215: Noah's Birth Story and Postpartum Recovery

Are you considering natural childbirth? Want to know what the birthing center experience is like? If you followed Becki’s pregnancy, you’ll want to hear this special episode all about Noah’s birth! From eating dates and drinking red raspberry leaf tea to acupuncture and castor oil, learn what you can do to prepare your body for birth and kickstart labor.    In this episode, Becki details the story of Noah’s birth. Learn about recognizing signs of labor, natural induction techniques, and get the nitty gritty play by play (complete with audio clips) of the whole birth experience. This episode also covers postpartum recovery, foods and supplements you will want on hand to ease postpartum pain, as well as planning for lab work after breastfeeding.    Also in this episode:  Past Episodes on PregnancyEpisode 21: Ali’s First Trimester Episode 25: Ali’s Second Trimester Episode 27: Ali’s Third Trimester  Episode 134: Keto and Pregnancy Episode 186: Becki’s First Trimester Episode 196: Becki’s Second Trimester Episode 213: Becki’s Third Trimester Episode 55: Breastfeeding Ali’s Natural C-Section Noah’s Birth Story Natural Induction StrategiesRed Raspberry Leaf Tea RRL Tea Recipes Evidence on Dates to Start Labor Effect of Dates in Late Pregnancy on the Duration of Labor in Nulliparous Women Acupuncture Miles Circuit Sex to Kickstart Labor Nipple Stimulation/Pumping Castor Oil Pineapple Evening Primrose Oil Becki’s Birth Playlist  Delayed Cord Clamping Skin to Skin  Placenta Encapsulation Hormonal Cascades of Labor and Postpartum Postpartum RecoveryGeneral pain relief:Super Turmeric 6/day Inflamazyme 6/day Santa Cruz Medicinals CBD use code ALIMILLERRD Arnica Cream Magnesium Oil  Cramping/After Birth PainsRelax & Regulate 1-2 scoops Afterease Tincture Wound care/tissue inflammation:Motherlove Sitz Spray Sitz Bath Tea Peri Bottle Frida Mom Ice Packs Recovery Meals and SnacksFurther Food Collagen & Gelatin use code ALIMILLERD Fond Bone Broth use code ALIMILLERRD Youtube: 4 Tips to Make the Perfect Bone Broth  Simple Bolognese Labs at 1 Year OutNeurohormone Complete Plus Complete Thyroid Micronutrient Panel   Sponsors for this episode: This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com
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Nov 9, 2020 • 1h 23min

Episode 214: Genetic SNP Review and Medical Autonomy

In this very important and timely episode, Ali reviews her 4 year old daughter's genetic panel, the 55 SNP by GxSciences. We discuss how to navigate the results and we cover considerations in diet and supplements as well as lifestyle which includes considerations of delayed vax@6ne plans or exemption.   In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss methylation, detoxification, mitochondrial, and inflammatory pathways in the body and highlight results identifying considerations in each category. We deep dive into supplement strategy and food-as-medicine solutions! Tune in, empower, educate, and consider arming yourself with your own medical data as we go into navigation of this season and mandates.   Also in this episode: Episode 176: Grab Bag Q&A Episode 69: Epigenetics and Methylation Episode 70: Dirty Genes with Dr. Ben Lynch Episode 188: Body Autonomy and Listening to Your Inner Wisdom What Genes Are and Why Consider Genetic TestingGX Sciences 55 SNP Panel Stella’s Genetic PanelMTHFR ConsiderationsMultiavail Kids MTRRWhy Serum B-12 is Not a Good Indicator of B-12 Status B-12 Boost Behavior and Emotional HealthCOMT MAO & GAD1 Relax and Regulate GabaCalm Mitochondrial HealthBoost and Burn Detox PathwaysGST1 Topical Glutathione  Cellular Antiox Safer Disinfectants Blog Detox Packs Inflammatory PathwaysEpisode 138: Autism, ADHD and Functional Pediatrics with Dr. Emily Gutierrez NOS2Zach Bush Nitric Oxide Exercise Nordic Naturals Fishies EPA DHA Extra Super Turmeric Bio-C Plus Cellular Antiox Digestion and AutoimmuneFUT2KidsBiotic HLA and Gluten Free Diet VDRVitamin D Blood Spot Vitamin D Balanced Blend Liquid Kids Essentials Bundle Considerations of V@ccinesDr. Sears Books V@ccine ProtocolBio-C Plus Cellular Antiox Detox Packs GI Lining Targeted Strength Probiotic Super Turmeric Tetanus Concerns and Wound Care   Sponsors for this episode:  This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted.  Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!    This episode is also sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!   
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Nov 2, 2020 • 1h 11min

Episode 213: Becki’s Third Trimester

If you’ve followed Becki’s pregnancy journey, you’ll want to tune in for this jam-packed third trimester episode! Whether currently pregnant, thinking about baby-making or just curious about what happens during the third trimester, this episode is for you.    In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss Becki’s third trimester from body changes and prevention of stretch marks to Braxton Hicks contractions to blood pressure impact and beyond. Learn about preventing preeclampsia, testing group B strep negative and how to best support optimal position for babe. This episode includes creating a birth plan and how to advocate for yourself and your baby during the birthing process. Plus important considerations of coming into motherhood during COVID and medical autonomy.    Also in this episode:  Past Episodes on PregnancyEpisode 21: Ali’s First Trimester Episode 25: Ali’s Second Trimester Episode 27: Ali’s Third Trimester  Episode 134: Keto and Pregnancy Episode 186: Becki’s First Trimester Episode 196: Becki’s Second Trimester Ali’s Natural C-Section Third Trimester Growth and DevelopmentUrb Apothecary Belly Butter Everyday Oil Further Food Collagen & Gelatin use code ALIMILLERD Fond Bone Broth use code ALIMILLERRD Youtube: 4 Tips to Make the Perfect Bone Broth  OsteoFactors Thorne Phosphytidyl Choline 450mg/day Braxton Hicks ContractionsRelax and Regulate Lyte Show Electrolytes Shortness of breath and High Blood Pressure Metagenics Hemagenics Iron Chelate  CissyLaLa Masks GabaCalm Santa Cruz Medicinals CBD use code ALIMILLERRD Preeclampsia PreventionVitamin D Balanced Blend Relax and Regulate MultiAvail Mama Episode 143: Functional Approaches to Blood Pressure EPA DHA Extra Pelvic Alignment and Baby’s PositionSpinning Babies Group B Strep Prevention and StrategyRebuild Spectrum Probiotic Targeted Strength Probiotic Ultraflora Women’s Probiotic 40 Cloves of Garlic Soup Berberine Boost GI Cleanup Birth Plan and AdvocacyBecki’s Birth Plan Evidence Based Birth Covid 19 Informed Consent for Refusal of Separation   Sponsors for this episode: This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.  
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Oct 26, 2020 • 54min

Episode 212: Finding Femininity and Fluidity

Are you feeling rigid in your body or disconnected from your creative self? Want to tap into your feminine side and bring some fluidity into your daily life? It is thought that our consciousness can be broken down into masculine and feminine and that both are necessary for achieving our creative potential. Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss channeling the divine feminine and break down the importance of creativity, tuning into your intuition, creating community and exploring sensuality.    In this episode, Ali and Becki go deep on femininity and how to connect to your most authentic intuitive self which often means dissociating from the fear-centered amygdala of the brain and getting grounded to feel your way. Learn how connecting to the earth and channeling your inner goddess can support overall wellbeing, how exploring sensuality can help you get back into your body and the importance of movement as medicine. Plus get tips for bringing some feminine energy into your life and household from why you should do hip circles to burning incense to owning a plant and more!    Also in this episode:  Defining Masculine and Feminine Energy Honoring Your Intuition to Feel Your Truth How Fear Impacts the BrainEpisode 129: Are You Running on Adrenaline  Episode 189: Creating Healthy Habits During High Stress Adrenal Rehab Program -- use code ADRENAL99 Collaboration and Creating Community Tapping into Creativity Connecting to Goddess, Earth and Seasons Exploring Sensuality and PassionEpisode 175: Let’s Talk About Sex with Susan Bratton Episode 123: Libido and Getting Your Sexy Back with Dr. Ana Cabeca Everyday Oil Movement as Medicine for Tapping into Your FemininityDr. Deb Kern (our dance guru) Episode 171: Movement as Medicine with Dr. Deb Kern Other Female Owned Businesses We LoveElemint Skin Woke Beauty   Sponsors for this episode: This episode is sponsored by the Adrenal Rehab Program. My Adrenal Rehab program provides the science and strategy to rebound your primary stress glands to support your body’s return to balance while mellowing the mind. The successful application of this food-as-medicine program can empower you to take back control of your health while gaining resilience to your daily stressors! Use code ADRENAL99 to save!    This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.
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Oct 19, 2020 • 1h 34min

Episode 211: Metabolic, Immune, and Cellular Health with Mike Mutzel

Looking for some scientifically supported ways you can boost your immune system and metabolic health? Are you fed up with sensationalized science and illogical public policy? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Mike Mutzel, clinical nutritionist and biohacker with a talent for disseminating medical journals into digestible messages and lifestyle recommendations. Mike speaks on navigating research studies and how to live while practicing wellness in a fear mongered world and he unpacks new literature on cellular aging and oxidative stress.    This episode will challenge you to take your metabolic health to the next level and may plant some seeds of how to discuss the pandemic at the dinner table with loved ones this holiday season. In his recommendations for mitigating inflammation and enhancing a robust immune response, he covers intermittent fasting, keto, cold plunges, and the importance of determining your epigenetic age! To round things out we cover food and nutrition in your own backyard and discuss Mike’s homestead and experience of raising pigs, chickens, turkeys, and growing food.    Also in this episode: Mike’s Story The Role of Immune and Metabolic Health in Pandemic Regulation of the NLRP3 Inflammasome Dampened NLRP3-mediated inflammation in bats and implications for a special viral reservoir host How Keto Regulates Oxidative Stress and PathogenKeto and NADH Addressing Cognitive Dissonance Calorie Restriction vs Time Restricted EatingTwo weeks of early time-restricted feeding (eTRF) improves skeletal muscle insulin and anabolic sensitivity in healthy men Considering Epigenetic AgeMy DNAge Hormesis and BiohackingCold Therapy and Sauna Use Mike's Favorite CompoundsBerberine and Regulation of AMPKNaturally Nourished Berberine Boost Probiotics Shop All Naturally Nourished Probiotics Thoughts on Homesteading Where to find Mike Mutzel:@metabolicmike on Instagram High Intensity Health High Intensity Health YouTube   Sponsors for this episode: This episode is sponsored by the Naturally Nourished supplement line: these pure, potent and effective formulas have been hand selected to deliver profound health benefits. We price our formulas 2-5% below market industry standard and competitors and guarantee that our products will always be third party assessed to ensure they are free of mold, toxins, contaminants, and contain the stated active ingredients in dosages noted. Use code ALI15 for 15% off your first Naturally Nourished Supplement Order!    This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com. About Mike Mutzel:  Mike earned his B.S. in Biology from Western Washington University in 2006 and completed his M.S. in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 2015 and is a graduate of the Institute for Functional Medicine’s (IFM) Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP).    In April of 2014 Mike published his first book, Belly Fat Effect: The Real Secret About How Your Diet, Intestinal Health, and Gut Bacteria Help You Burn Fat.   Mike regularly conducts workshops for health care practitioners, teaching leading-edge science in a concise format that can be utilized by progressive clinicians for the prevention of chronic disease. Often termed Translational Medicine, this bench-to-bedside approach is key to ensure the application of pioneering research and concepts in systems biology a preventative health care setting, optimizing patient outcomes.   Mike lives in Kirkland, WA with his wife Deanna, a Doctor of Chiropractic- with their daughter and two dogs Shasta and Rainier as well as pigs, chickens and more!  
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Oct 12, 2020 • 1h 7min

Episode 210: Herxheimer Reaction and Coping with a Cleanse

Have you attempted a gut cleanse or functional medicine treatment and felt terrible? So bad that you weren’t able to complete the protocol? In this episode we cover the topic of Herxheimer Reactions which are setbacks or symptom flares that occur during a treatment plan. In a gut cleanse, this is due to the endotoxins released by yeast and microbes when they break down during antifungal or antibiotic treatment. When the body becomes overburdened or overwhelmed by a sudden release of toxins the immune system goes on high alert, triggering systemic inflammation.    In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss how to cope with a gut cleanse as well as elimination diets and other functional approaches that can drive Herxheimer Reactions. They will cover the influence of the microbiome on disease and what can happen when pathogenic organisms are not regulated. Learn about the importance of anti-inflammatory and detox supporting compounds in supplements and diet as well as lifestyle support to aid in successful outcomes.     Also in This Episode:  Past Episodes on DysbiosisEpisode 22: Candida Albicans and Yeast Episode 60: Dysbiosis and the Microbiome Episode 87: The Gut Brain Connection Episode 131: Candida and SIBO Deep Dive Episode 147: Beat the Bloat cleanse Episode 198: So You’re on an Antibiotic Symptoms of Dysbiosis and Candida OvergrowthCandida Quiz  Probiotic Challenge The Beat the Bloat Protocol and how to level up if needed Beat the Bloat Cleanse GI Reset  Breaking Biofilms and Reducing InflammationCellular Antiox Inflammazyme Why Detox support is essentialReset Restore Renew Detox packs Turmeric Lemonade Shooter Eggroll in a bowl recipe How the Microbiome Influences HormonesHerbal Immune  Episode 172: All things Hormones Q&A  The Importance of Bowel RegularityRelax and Regulate Phytofiber Coping with a Candida CleanseSerosyn (5-HTP Blend) Ultimate Detox Sleep Support Relax and Regulate GabaCalm Calm and Clear The Importance of Phase 2: Rebuilding the Gut!Bacteria Rebuild Bundle  Check out our Gut Health Series on YouTube!    Sponsors for This Episode: This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!   
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 2min

Episode 209: A Week of My Blood Sugar CGM Experiment

Have you been curious about your blood sugar trends or thinking about investing in a CGM? Want to know what Ali discovered in her CGM experiment? Tune in to learn about the experience of wearing a CGM, from putting it on to gathering data to how it impacts day to day life. Hear about the trends Ali observed in her own body, how stress played a dynamic role and what impact margaritas and milkshakes had on her blood sugar!    In this episode, we cover Ali’s CGM experiment where she wore a meter that tracked blood sugar for 12 days straight. We cover in a real life detailed approach how stress, diet, supplements, and other lifestyle factors impact Ali’s blood sugar and where this may be hindering your wellness and weight loss goals.   Also in this episode:  What is a CGM? Nutrisense.io use code AliRD for savings Interpreting Blood Sugar Trends Episode 196: Becki’s Second Trimester How Stress Influences Blood Sugar Supplement Tools for Mitigating Blood Sugar SpikesCalm and Clear GabaCalm Santa Cruz Medicinals CBD use code ALIMILLERRD for savings Relax and Regulate Adaptogen Boost Targeted Strength Probiotic GI Lining Metabolic Flexibility and How Diet Affected Ali’s MeterBerberine Boost (Ali uses with higher carb meals) Detox Packs (Ali uses when drinking alcohol) Food as Medicine Ketosis Program   Sponsors for this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code AliRD for $30 off your monthly subscription plan at nutrisense.io.   This episode is also sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co! 

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