In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking to Meg Langston. Meg is a holistic nutritional therapy practitioner, root cause protocol consultant, and restorative wellness practitioner. She works to help women restore their metabolic health in order to have balanced hormones, restore symptomless periods, and recover from digestive dysfunction. In the episode, we cover: The key foundations for healthy hormones How to naturally support progesterone production Hidden stressors that deplete...
Feb 26, 2025•58 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I’m diving deep into all things liver health— why supporting the liver is so essential, and how to do so naturally without jumping straight to extreme cleanses or detoxes. In the episode, I break down: The many functions your liver carries out daily to keep you healthy Signs & symptoms of a sluggish liver The connection between liver health, hormones, digestion, and blood sugar How bile flow impacts detoxification & why you might need to su...
Feb 12, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking to Dr. Julie Greenberg. Dr. Greenberg is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Registered Herbalist RH (AHG) who specializes in integrative dermatology. She is the founder of the Center for Integrative Dermatology, a holistic clinic that approaches skin problems by finding and treating the root cause. Dr. Greenberg holds degrees from Northwestern University, Stanford University and Bastyr University. She lectures at naturopathic medical sc...
Jan 29, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I’m chatting with the incredible founder of Fertility Friday herself, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack! Lisa is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who trains women’s health practitioners to use their menstrual cycle as a vital sign in their practices. She is the founder of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship™ program, and she is the author of three bestselling books- The Fifth Vital Sign, the Fertility Awa...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking to an incredible voice in the women’s health nutrition space, Lily Nichols! Lily is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition®, co-founder of the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, and the author of three books: Real Food for...
Jan 01, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this week's solo episode of Loving Wellness, I’m sharing my favorite practical tips and mindset shifts for staying balanced, nourished, and grounded during the holidays. Between travel, big family meals, and gathering with loved ones, it’s easy to feel like your health gets tossed out the window until January. But this definitely doesn’t have to be the case. Whether you’re hosting, traveling, or simply trying to navigate all the holiday noise, this episode is here to remind you that your well...
Dec 18, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This week on Loving Wellness, I’m joined by my dear friend and host of the Everyday Endorphins podcast, Stella Stephanopoulos, to talk about all things FRIENDSHIP! In this episode, we’re sharing our candid discussion on the ins and outs of navigating friendship in adulthood- from how to deal with growing apart from old friends, to how to make new friends that feel aligned to you, and everything in between. In the episode, we cover: How Stella and I became friends! Making new friends in adulthood...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 4
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking to Kori Estrada, the co-founder of my favorite toothpaste / oral care company, RiseWell. Kori is disrupting the oral care industry with an all-natural, sustainable brand that prioritizes safe ingredients and transparency. Driven by personal experiences with Celiac disease and the IVF process, Kori's dedication to overall health and wellness led her, along with former partner John Estrada and brother Derek Gatta, DDS, to create dentist-formul...
Nov 20, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking to Dr. Chris Pieton. Dr. Chris is the founder and owner of Pieton Physical Therapy. She is a licensed physical therapist who specializes in female pelvic floor, orthopedic and sport-specific conditions. Dr. Chris believes that everyone deserves individualized healthcare support that is as unique to them as they are themselves. She tailors her sessions to meet the goals of her patients, focusing on rehabilitation of specific injuries, cross-t...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome back to a new season of the Loving Wellness podcast! To kick off season 2 of the pod, in this week’s solo episode, we’re diving deep into the art of tuning out external noise and reconnecting with your inner calm. In a world filled with constant distractions, demands, and external pressures, it’s easy to lose touch with our inner voices and get swept away by the chaos. So, in today's episode, I am sharing about my personal journey with reclaiming my own inner peace. I share insights on h...
Oct 23, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode of Loving Wellness, I'm chatting with Eva Hooft. Eva is a Holistic Health & Detox Coach, CRT Practitioner, Neo Emotional Release facilitator and Breathwork and Sound healer. In her work, she focuses on detoxing the mind, body, and spirit to bring people back into total body alignment through different holistic modalities such as intestinal, gallbladder and liver flushes, parasite & heavy metal cleanses, as well as the foundational emotional work. Her focus is on reconnect...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I am talking all about blood sugar balance! In the episode, I break down what blood sugar is, why we should care about it, symptoms and signs of blood sugar dysregulation, the primary hormones that impact blood sugar in the body, and the root causes of insulin resistance. I then share 15 easy-to-implement tips to help with blood sugar balance! I also talk about labs you can order to get a better idea about your blood sugar control, and I share my h...
Jul 03, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am talking to Arasteh Gatchpazian. Arasteh is a recent psychology PhD graduate who specialized in the study of emotions and how we regulate them in stressful contexts. She is also a content creator ( @arasteh ) and uses her platform to inspire and educate her community with lifestyle, mental health, and beauty content. In the episode, we cover: Arasteh’s journey getting a PhD in psychology & lessons she learned along the way Evidence-based strateg...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 78
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I am talking all about STRESS! Im the episode, I share more on my personal stress journey and how I've made massive improvements in my own stress levels. I cover what stress actually is, how our body's stress response system (HPA axis) works, how stress impacts our health, and the many different physical, mental, emotional, and environmental stressors we may be experiencing. I also share more about my holistic approach to effectively dealing with s...
Jun 18, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am talking to Jennifer Teplin, LCSW. Jennifer is the founder of Manhattan Wellness , a boutique psychotherapy practice in NYC. She started the practice in 2018 with the goal of helping young professionals navigate life transitions in their 20's and 30's with ease and has grown the practice to over 22 therapists. She holds a masters degree from Columbia University and has been featured in several notable publications including Cosmopolitan, Oprah Magaz...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I am covering all things digestion! In the episode, I share why it's so important to focus on supporting digestion, and I get into all of my favorite tips to help you improve your digestion naturally, both during meals and in general. I also cover some easy ways to minimize common digestive symptoms including gas, bloating, reflux, and constipation. As always, thank you for listening! For more from me, visit my website: https://www.avanour...
Jun 05, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by quantum biology expert Carrie Bennett. 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. Th...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 74
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I am sharing all of my favorite tips on how to actually incorporate more whole foods in your diet! We're often told we need to "prioritize whole foods" but aren't given the tools to actually integrate this dietary advice into our lives, so in today's episode, I break down the exact step-by-step process I walk my clients through as we work on eating more whole foods. I share practical tools and resources to help you simplify your diet and make healt...
May 22, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 73
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am talking to Mackenzie Belcastro. Mackenzie is a coach and podcaster whose work revolves around the concept of building an external world that reflects your internal world. She believes we have all been created intentionally, and that it is our job to uncover our true selves, so we can show up in this world fully expressed and ready to serve. In the episode, we cover: Mackenzie’s inner growth story & the catalyst for this journey Advice for unloc...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking all about the power of discipline. In the episode, I dive deep into the importance of discipline as an essential tool for better health and personal development. I share my tips on taking a spiritual approach to discipline and how to actually become more disciplined in your daily life with freedom, not rigidity. I also touch on the various key aspects of discipline, including self control, real dopamine, agreements, priorities, and mind...
May 08, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Shania Bhopa. Shania is a PhD student, co-founder of the non-profit organization The Canadian Courage Project, children’s book author, angel investor, and wellness content creator. She is passionate about using knowledge translation practices to disseminate health information to the public, and she’s on a mission to combine her passion for digital media and health academic work to fill the gaps that currently exist for children through im...
May 01, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Welcome back to the third and final episode of my three-part Wellness Foundations mini series here on the Loving Wellness podcast! In this series, we're going back to the basics and diving deep into what I believe to be the foundations of true wellness in mind, body, and spirit. In today's episode (which is a continuation of Part 2 ), to round this series out, I am delving into the second half of the foundational wellness practices that I believe are integral to true healing and sustainable he...
Apr 24, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Hannah Minardi and Austin Wiberg, the co-founders of Standard Self Care- the leading clean, cosmeceutical skincare line designed to help you streamline and upgrade your daily ritual with clean, bioactive products that actually work. At the age of 19 - and as a college dropout - Hannah founded With Seven, a socially conscious consulting firm uniting companies like Nike, Target, Revolve, and Hot Pilates with the social causes that matter mo...
Apr 17, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Welcome back to Part 2 of my three-part Wellness Foundations mini series here on the Loving Wellness podcast! In this series, we're going back to the basics and delving into what I believe to be the foundations of true wellness in mind, body, and spirit. Today, I'm going over the first half of the foundational wellness practices that make a huge difference in our lives. In the episode, I first explain the main root causes of dis-ease that these practices are addressing. I then dive deep into fiv...
Apr 10, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Emily Feikls. Emily is a content creator, entrepreneur, and host of the Let's Thrive podcast. After going through her own struggles with chronic illness, grief, trauma, and an eating disorder, she's come out the other side stronger and with so much wisdom to share. Emily's story is beyond powerful and inspiring, and she is now here to support others on their own journeys through her personal insights and experiences. In the episode, we co...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness kicks off the first part of my three-part Wellness Foundations mini series. With the start of the spring season, I thought it would be the perfect time to go back to the basics and share what I believe to be the foundations of true wellness in mind, body, and spirit. Whether you're already on a healing journey or ready to embark on one, this series is the perfect place to start (or to return to) to support you on your path to radiant health. In today's...
Mar 27, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 65
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Dr. Bill Rawls, a licensed physician, Medical Director of Vital Plan, and author of the Cellular Wellness Solution. For over 30 years, Dr. Rawls has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis in his early forties abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to explore the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal ...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I am sharing all of my favorite tips, tricks, and reminders for getting out of a rut. In the episode, I go over some signs you may be in a rut, and I share tangible ways to regain energy and feel inspired about life again- all of which you can implement immediately! I also share some questions you can ask yourself when you're feeling like you're in a mental "low", and talk about a few mindset shifts that can go a long way! As always, thank you for ...
Mar 13, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 63
In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Sydney Karmes-Wainer, founder and CEO of French Squirrel. Sydney is a Certified Hormone Specialist, specializing in blood sugar management and female health through a nutrition perspective. After experiencing hormone imbalances, she discovered a natural and holistic approach to heal her hormones through diet, exercise, and powerful adaptogens and herbs. French Squirrel was originally Sydney's Instagram page dedicated to sharing her healin...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 62
In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I dive deep into the topic of comparison and how to let go of jealousy and stop comparing yourself to others. In the episode, I share practical tips that have helped me when I fall into the comparison trap, and I talk about ways we can use comparison and jealousy productively for our own inner growth. I also share a few loving reminders you can come back to when you're in that comparison headspace that really help to put things into perspective. As...
Feb 28, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 58
