The Functional Fueling® Podcast

[The LOdown] Low White Blood Cells: Immune Exhaustion & Their Connection to Hormones   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss:  What low white blood cell counts may reveal about immune health Understanding the different types of white blood cells & their roles The connection between chronic viral infections & immune function How acute versus chronic stress can influence white blood cell patterns The relationship between thyroid hormones & immune regulation How estrogen, progesterone & testosterone influence immune activity Why immune health & hormonal imbalances often overlap What to investigate when white blood cell counts are consistently low Important show links: Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Watch my T3 Lab work up clip  Learn about what causes low cortisol in this clip Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!   ⚠DISCLAIMER:  The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.

How to Support Your Child's Health Through Their Gut Microbiome w/ Stephanie Culler   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss:  • What shapes your baby’s microbiome from day one • The type of probiotic that matters for long-term gut and immune health of your baby  • The role of breast milk, colostrum & human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) • What we know about supporting the microbiome in formula-fed and C-section babies • The impact of antibiotics during early development • How to support a healthy microbiome as your baby grows • When probiotics, HMOs and microbiome testing may be worth considering Important show links Learn more about gut health for babies and Dr. Stephanie Culler at Persephone.Bio  Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!   ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.

[The LOdown] Leptin: How It Impacts Fertility, Metabolism & Inflammation In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: Why leptin is about much more than hunger & fullness The connection between leptin, thyroid function, & metabolism How leptin influences ovulation, menstrual cycles, & reproductive hormones Low leptin vs. leptin resistance and how they can look surprisingly similar The relationship between leptin, blood sugar, and insulin How leptin plays an important role in immune regulation and inflammation Signs your leptin levels may be worth investigating   Important show links Pre-Order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Apply to work 1:1 with us through our coaching page  Listen to episode on Ghrelin and Leptin Watch this short clip on low cortisol Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app    Have question for Lauren to answer live? Submit your question here!        ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.

Do Adaptogens Actually Help Cortisol? The Science of Functional Mushrooms with Olivia Richards In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What are functional mushrooms & how are they different from other mushrooms How functional mushrooms can support the HPA axis & stress response Which mushrooms may support sleep, energy, focus, & immune health Ideal timing and supplementation method of functional mushrooms Realistic results timelines   Important show links Learn more about Superoom and Olivia Richards  Take The Energy Leak quiz  Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app   ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.      

Case Study: Healing Exercise Intolerance, Cycle Symptoms and Recovering Thyroid Function   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: When exercise intolerance & chronic fatigue can signal something deeper The connection between immune dysregulation, viral burden, histamine & thyroid function Timing for gut, detox & antimicrobial work The involvement of estrogen with ovulation symptoms The layers we worked through to help her return to exercise & better tolerate stressors Important show links Pre-order my book The Thyroid Breakthrough Review our Case Study Blogs  Apply to for our 1:1 coaching program and get customized support from our team Follow me on Instagram Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app ⚠DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.