Are you freaking out about the coronavirus? Looking for more food-as-medicine solutions to support your family’s health during this time? Need a little reassurance to reduce the anxiety this pandemic is causing? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss emerging information about the coronavirus, new statistics on infection rates and what this means for you and your family. Learn about the connection of ACE 2 receptors, symptoms of coronavirus vs. cold and flu, and how you can best support your syst...
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 159
Are you freaking out over coronavirus? Wonder if you need to be stocking up on supplies or cancelling travel plans? Want to know how you can best prepare for any immune system hit and what to have on hand just in case things do get serious? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki break down how the immune system works, unpacking the mechanisms of both innate and acquired immunity. Learn how vaccines actually function, why getting a flu shot to prevent coronavirus is NOT going to work and how this could ac...
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 158
Did you catch last week’s episode on why you need supplements? Want more on how conventionally prescribed medications can be replaced with high quality nutritional supplements? Tune in to part 2 to hear Ali and Becki continue the conversation on how medications can drive side effects and dysfunction while supplementation can address symptoms and create a synergy of beneficial outcomes in the body and why this should always be the first line of defense! In this episode, Ali and Becki unpack two m...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 157
One of the most common questions we hear both in clinic and from podcast listeners is “but I already eat a squeaky clean keto or paleo diet, do I really need supplements?” The answer is YES as even individuals with the “perfect” diet can see micronutrient deficiency based on demand of their body during times of increased stress, injury, illness, pregnancy and beyond. There are so many factors that contribute as well to inability to absorb or utilize the nutrients we are consuming from genetic va...
Feb 24, 2020•48 min•Ep. 156
Wish you could pick Ali’s brain all day? You guys asked, we answer in this grab bag Q&A episode on everything from microwaves to allergy support to keto for kids. We even broach the subject of vaccines, gulp! Plus, learn about a couple new additions to the Naturally Nourished Supplement line, updates on our website progress and some exciting events coming this Spring! In this episode, Ali and Becki answer your most burning questions that you submitted and have been waiting patiently to hear ...
Feb 17, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 155
Want to improve your sex life but not sure where to start? Looking to spice things up this Valentine’s Day? We dare you to try to get through this episode with guest Susan Bratton, intimacy wellness expert, without blushing! Tune in to learn about mindgasms, heartgasms, and maybe even a way to boost your cup size, ladies! Plus, how your partner can put into the orgasmic karma bank, why intimacy doesn’t always need to be quid pro quo and how you might be able to negotiate your way to more foot ma...
Feb 10, 2020•48 min•Ep. 154
Did you know that the microbiome can have a dynamic influence on hormone levels and female fertility? Want to know why Ali just completed her third Beat the Bloat Cleanse? Dysbiosis or yeast and bacteria imbalance can wreak havoc on the body, not only causing GI disturbance and skin flares but it can also exacerbate conditions that lead to infertility such as endometriosis and PCOS. Tune in to find out what happened during Ali’s cleanse, how she dealt with dieoff symptoms and why berberine and a...
Feb 03, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 153
Ready for a refresher on why micronutrients matter? Wonder if nutrient deficiency could be at the root of your health concerns? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss folate, serine and niacin as 3 micronutrients that matter! Learn about their function, symptoms of deficiency as well as food sources of these important nutrients and when you should turn to supplementation for repletion. In this episode, Ali and Becki break down the reasons stress can deplete micronutrients, especially B vitamins l...
Jan 27, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 152
You guys asked, we answer in this special Q&A episode all about hormones! We talk about women’s hormones all the time but this episode really breaks down the function of estrogen and progesterone, how levels shift throughout the cycle and lifetime and how the delicate balance of hormones can be thrown off by stress, endocrine disruptors and more. Learn how addressing hot flashes as an inflammatory symptom can make all the difference in getting ongoing resolution and how you can support your ...
Jan 20, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 151
Optimal health goes way beyond diet and supplement strategy and the way we move and connect with our bodies is an integral part of the healing journey. Ali has been taking PranaShakti dance classes with Dr. Deb Kern for the past 6 months and has shared many moments of emotional and physical breakthrough that have come out of this practice. According to Dr. Deb, “PranaShakti is a conscious movement practice that combines elements from many forms of dance, Ayurveda, Kundalini Yoga and Hatha Yoga t...
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 150
You asked, we answered in this Q&A all about keto! From keto crotch to keto while breastfeeding to the ever-present calorie debate, we cover the gamut of listener questions. Whether you are a keto newbie or an OG keto veteran, this episode is a deep dive into some of the common roadblocks we all face when approaching a fat-fueled lifestyle. In this episode, Ali and Becki take a step back from writing and researching nerdy podcast episodes to let you guys, our listeners, run the show! We got ...
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 149
With a brand new year (and decade!) just days away, many of us have resolutions and goals on the mind. Whether you are a resolution person or not, the new year can be a great time to reflect on where you are and where you want to go. Tune in to hear Ali and Becki talk about taking inventory of 2019, working with mantra to create the life you want and reveal their words of the year for 2020! While setting resolutions can seen trite or cheesy, creating focus and goals to ring in the new year can p...
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 148
The ketogenic diet is often seen as a “radical” approach but in actuality ketosis is a natural metabolic state that is necessary for survival. Not only that, ketosis enhances quality of life and whole body health via its neurological, inflammatory and metabolic benefits. Tune in to hear Ali and Becki break down their approach to real food keto and how you can use ketosis as medicine to achieve optimal health. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss the polarizing nature of the ketogenic diet and ...
Dec 23, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 147
Bone broth has been used for hundreds of years as a traditional food that supports whole body health. Its benefits include repairing the gut lining, the home to our immune system, providing gelatin and collagen for connective tissue and joint support and even supporting brain health via the gut-brain axis. Tune in to learn about the benefits of bone broth, how to make it at home and how to choose a store-bought broth. In this episode, Ali and Becki interview Sharon Brown, President and Founder o...
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 146
Parenting is NOT easy, especially with so much conflicting information out there about different methods and tactics. The end game though, is pretty much same--to raise a good, well-rounded human being who can be self-sufficient and contribute to their community. Tune in to hear Becki pick Ali’s brain on the evolution of her own parenting dos and don’ts, how she applies Montessori principles with Stella and how she is working to instill mindfulness and empowerment. In this episode, Ali dishes on...
Dec 09, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 145
The vegan agenda strikes again, this time with the film The Game Changers that posits a vegan diet as superior for athletic performance and as the ultimate human diet. A film founded on junky science and vegan dogma like this comes out every year or so and this one is no exception with its straight up lack of evidence, sexy graphics and “real life” stories of lives transformed by a vegan diet. If you haven’t watched it, save yourself the two hours and instead tune to hear Ali and Becki’s take on...
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 144
Are you curious about current research surrounding the ketogenic diet? Want to learn about what is being studied in the world of Neurodegenerative Disease, muscle mass, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and more? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Dr. Ryan Lowery, CEO of Ketogenic.com and the President of the Applied Science and Performance Institute. In this episode, Ali and Becki pick Dr. Lowery’s brain on current research in the keto space, the problem with nutritional studies and funding and h...
Nov 25, 2019•59 min•Ep. 143
Your body is wired with the ability to detoxify via the liver and the kidneys supported by excretion through urine, sweat, and stool; however many of us are in a state of overload from the 6+ billion pounds of toxins released in our environment annually. Taking the time to nourish this process both by clean eating and an abundance of the nutrients that support phase 1 and 2 biochemical processes aids in supporting optimal metabolism and whole body health. In this episode of the Naturally Nourish...
Nov 18, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 142
Do the holidays sneak up on you every year? Want to be on top of it this year with supporting your body’s needs AND getting your shopping done early? Curious what a vegan rant has to do with the holidays? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki talk strategy for navigating holiday celebrations, family drama and finding true food freedom during this season. In this episode, Ali and Becki share their holiday plans and what is on the menu for Thanksgiving this year. Learn about foundational tools for support...
Nov 11, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 141
Did last week’s episode on neurotransmitters leave you wanting more? Want to know what impact dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine have on your mind and body? Curious how you can balance your brain chemicals? Tune in to learn what your excitatory neurotransmitters do and how you can use diet, lifestyle and supplemental support to find balance and mellow! In this episode, Ali and Becki go even deeper into the topic of neurotransmitters, hitting on the main excitatory brain chemicals of dopami...
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 140
Episode 160: Neurotransmitters 101 Part 1 Have you heard of neurotransmitters but not exactly sure what they do or how they are made? Want to know what impact serotonin, gaba and acetylcholine have on the brain and body? Curious how you can support brain chemical balance with food as medicine, lifestyle and supplements? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki deconstruct the role of your neurotransmitters from mood support to anxiety reduction to sleep and so much more. In this episode, Ali and Becki take...
Oct 27, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 139
Want to know what Maura and Danny Vega have to say about keto, carbs and carnivore? Curious about their philosophies on parenting, unschooling and feeding kids fat fueled? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Danny and Maura Vega, the duo behind Fat Fueled Family. In this episode, Ali and Becki pick Maura and Danny’s brains about all things diet, exercise and mindset. Learn about their diet evolution, how stoic philosophy influences their household and what they eat in a day. Also in this Epi...
Oct 21, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 138
Are you feeling burned out and flatlined? Or are you running on adrenaline, feeling over-extended and anxious? Just barely hanging on and know it could be better? Tune in to learn about how you can rebound your adrenal glands and create resilience in times of increased stress demand. When in chronic fight-or-flight mode our body responds hard-wired for survival often leaving us over-reactive and irritable or over time hitting a wall, experiencing life through a burned out and depleted state. Chr...
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 137
Are you sick of all the cholesterol misinformation out there? Want definitive answers on why cholesterol is NOT the enemy? Just straight up confused about cholesterol in the diet and its link to heart disease? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki rip the circulating cholesterol myths to shreds in this information-packed episode. Learn what current research says about cholesterol, how it can actually be protective and what it can mean if your cholesterol goes up out of the blue! In this episode, Ali and...
Oct 07, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 136
Are you looking for natural solutions for skin concerns such as acne, eczema or psoriasis? Want to know how to address skin conditions from the root cause? Curious about what Ali and Becki use on their skin to deal with breakouts, dryness and more? Tune in to learn about the connection between gut and skin health, toxicity and lymphatic flow and how hormonal balance plays a role in many skin conditions. In this episode, Ali and Becki dig into common skin concerns and their drivers, from dysbiosi...
Sep 30, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 135
Do you have a known or suspected thyroid condition? Wonder if your weight loss struggles, hair loss or hormonal imbalance might be due to thyroid dysfunction? Want to hear what thyroid expert Elle Russ has to say about conventional treatment of thyroid disorders? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Elle about her personal story with hypothyroidism and how she has become the leading voice of thyroid health in the paleo, primal, and evolutionary health movements. In this episode, Ali and Becki...
Sep 23, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 134
Can’t wait one second longer the The Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook to drop? Want the lowdown on what nutrients to include in your diet to battle stress and find your mellow? Tune in to this special episode celebrating the cookbook release this week and get practical advice on how you can stress-proof your system from the inside out with food as medicine and strategic supplementation! In this episode, Ali and Becki take a deep dive on strategic nutrients for stress resilience and how they can aid in...
Sep 16, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 133
Are you curious about adding carbs to your keto diet? Wondering what all the metabolic flexibility talk is about? Want to know if keto is sustainable and where it is headed in the future? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss the potential benefits of adding carbs to your keto, why you shouldn’t be carb-phobic and how keto is evolving and changing. Learn about how you can expand your diet beyond the rigidity of tight keto and why this might be supportive of hormones, body composition, metabolism...
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 132
Are you dreading the “big change” or wondering if you are going through menopause? Want to know about common signs and symptoms of both perimenopause and menopause? Looking for functional medicine interventions to ease the transition? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss the hormonal changes that occur during menopause as well as common conventional treatments for symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and mood changes. Learn about the potential role of SERMs, how keto can be supportive of hor...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 131
