Can wine be part of a real food diet? If your diet is squeaky clean but you’re not ready to give up wine, we don’t blame you, we aren’t either! And thanks to natural wines like those sourced by Dry Farm Wines, you don’t have to! Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss hangover prevention and treatment of symptoms if you happen to have one too many using a food-as-medicine approach. In the second half of this episode, they interview Todd White, founder of Dry Farm Wines on what makes a natural wine...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 219
Have you heard of baby led weaning? Thinking about skipping purees with your little one and going straight to solids? Want to know what Noah is eating at 8 months old? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss baby led weaning and how they decided this was the right way to introduce real food to their babes from the start. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss the benefits of baby led weaning, from fine motor skill development to regulation of satiety to expansion of baby’s palate and beyond. Learn...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 218
Are you new to keto and dealing with keto flu symptoms? Transitioning back to keto but want to avoid fatigue or headaches? Want to know why some get keto flu while others transition with ease? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki review common symptoms of keto flu and discuss how electrolyte and insulin fluctuations play a role. Learn about favorite tricks to ease the transition and how to fine tune your keto for best outcomes. Keto Flu can be an unpleasant transitional phase when first getting into ke...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 217
Are you feeling bogged down with your keto diet or concerned you are consuming too much saturated fat? Want to lighten things up and add more plant compounds? Tune in to learn how a food-as-medicine ketosis approach can be heart healthy, supportive of detoxification, autoimmune conditions and so much more as well as health supporting properties of key mediterranean keto foods. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss a mediterranean approach to keto as a lighter, brighter way to stay low carb! Thi...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 216
Think you’re living clean and avoiding toxins? This episode may make you think again as we dive into hidden sources of toxicity and the toxins that may be lurking in your home! From sanitizers and disinfectants to disposable masks to water and even everyone’s beloved Topo Chico, learn how you may be getting exposed to toxins in your day to day life and what to do to avoid them. In this episode, Ali and Becki dig into detox pathways and how to body removes toxins as well as nutrients that support...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 215
Does your energy need an overhaul? Are you looking to gain focus, be more productive and live longer? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Shawn Wells, fellow dietitian and leading nutritional biochemist and expert on health optimization about his new book, the ENERGY Formula. Learn about his 6 foundational pillars to cultivate a more caring, compassionate, connected, unified and purpose-filled life. In this episode, Ali and Becki dig into Shawn’s new book and his acronym, ENERGY which stands...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 214
Ever wonder how you can best support your body if needing surgery? Want to know what should be in your hospital bag should you or your loved one need a surgical procedure? Tune in to learn how to support your body pre and post surgery, from speeding wound healing to reducing risk of infection to detoxing after anesthesia. While surgery may not be avoidable, some of the pain, discomfort and unpleasant side effects such as constipation can be. In this episode, Ali and Becki provide a deep dive int...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 213
Are you dealing with symptoms of estrogen dominance such as bloating, breast tenderness, irregular cycles or moodiness? Wonder if your hormones are to blame for headaches, anxiety, increased belly fat or even hair loss? Tune in to learn why estrogen dominance is so common, how everyday exposures to things like plastic and perfume can contribute and how you can support optimal hormone balance. Estrogen dominance is either the excess of estrogen circulating in the body OR the dominance of estrogen...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 212
Did you know that your period can be considered a fifth vital sign?! Do you deal with painful periods, amenorrhea or major mood swings during your cycle? Want to know what your period says about your overall health? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss period drama (not the kind in your Netflix series!) and how to deal with cramping, bloating, GI distress, moodiness and beyond! In this episode, Ali and Becki break down what happens in each phase of the menstrual cycle and discuss common period ...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 211
Wish you could pick our brains all day long? You guys asked, we answer in this Q&A episode on all things from dealing with vegetarians who won't eat vegetables to introducing potential allergens to children to thoughts on v@ccination in pregnancy and so much more! Plus get updates on our beat the bloat protocol in time for your spring cleanse! In this episode, Ali and Becki answer your burning questions about everything from melasma in pregnancy to the controversy on “intuitive fasting” and ...
Mar 15, 2021•59 min•Ep. 210
Are you concerned about the long term impact of some of the pandemic “safety” measures? Feeling more disconnected from nature than ever? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss why the microbiome matters, how our current industrialized society may be doing damage and how getting in the dirt can help! In this episode, Ali and Becki unpack how disconnection and social isolation can actually drive imbalance in the body and harm to our microbiome. Learn how masking and overuse of disinfectants can con...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 209
Are carbs necessary during pregnancy? Is there such a thing as too much salt during pregnancy? What should baby’s first foods be? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Lily Nichols, an incredible wealth of knowledge on all things real food, pregnancy and baby! Learn how the prenatal guidelines should be revised, what nutrients pregnant women need the most of and which foods you actually need to avoid during pregnancy. In this episode, Ali and Becki interview fellow real food dietitian Lily Nic...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 208
Wondering if Ali and Becki stay keto all the time or what their metabolic flexibility looks like these days? Want guidance on beginning to explore carbs again? Curious about our weekly meal planning and how we approach feeding our families? Tune in to learn about mastering your macros and making your metabolic flexibility work for you. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss keto macro goals and targets for carbs, protein and fat in a keto approach as well as when it is appropriate to deviate fro...
Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 207
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? Want to know how to deal with allergy symptoms naturally? Curious about the stress connection to worsened seasonal allergies? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss why seasonal allergies happen, who is most susceptible and what you can do to reduce symptoms and heal from the root cause! In this episode, Ali and Becki take a deep dive on seasonal allergies, from the influence of stress to what allergies can tell us about the state of your gut. Learn about fo...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 206
Are you looking for solutions to low libido or trying to get your groove back? Wondering if aphrodisiac foods are legit? Want to know what’s on our Valentine’s Day menu? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki break down the health benefits of sex, why stress is not sexy and how you can improve your sex life using food-as-medicine! In this episode, Ali and Becki will make you blush in this fun episode as they detail reasons for low libido including excessive stress, hormone imbalance and nutrient deficien...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 205
Are you a new or expecting mama planning to breastfeed? Want the nitty gritty on establishing the breastfeeding relationship and what to REALLY expect in the first few weeks? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss the benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and mama, why breastmilk truly is nature’s perfect food and how to deal with common concerns like nipple pain and supply issues. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss the breastfeeding journey with new updates from Becki’s current experience ...
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 204
Concerned about current issues in medical freedom and choice with the c0vid v@xxine coming down the pipeline? Want to know how you can get involved in the medical autonomy movement? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki interview Jackie Schlegal and Rebecca Hardy of Texans for V@xxine Choice about their important work protecting and advancing informed consent, medical privacy and choice. In this episode, Ali and Becki interview Jackie and Rebecca about their activism through Texans for V@xxine Choice. J...
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 203
Has your keto progress stalled? Wondering if you are doing keto “right” and overwhelmed by all of the conflicting information? Looking to avoid common pitfalls and optimize your keto diet? Tune in to hear Ali and becki discuss the top 10 keto pitfalls and how to avoid them! From eating too much fat to asking “Is THIS keto?”, this episode digs into some of the common ways that keto can go wrong and provides real solutions using our food-as-medicine approach. Learn why we don’t recommend relying o...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 202
Do you or someone you know struggle with depression? Has the pandemic been rough on your mental health? Want to know what foods and supplements can help combat low mood? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss the multifactorial causes of depression and how immune dysfunction and mood disturbance can often overlap. In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss the 6R approach from The Anti-Anxiety Diet and how these principles can apply beyond anxiety to depression and other mood disorders. Learn about t...
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 201
Have you seen the most recent Jillian Michaels video demonizing the keto diet? Yep, she’s at it again, throwing keto under the bus with her pseudosciency buzzwords! This time Jillian bashed keto for including too much animal protein and saturated fat, accelerating aging, disrupting the microbiome and several other misguided claims. Tune in to hear Ali and Becki debunk JIllian once again and deliver some nerdy real talk on why we still love keto! In this episode, Ali and Becki debunk Jillian poin...
Jan 05, 2021•48 min•Ep. 200
What do lab grown meat, seed oils and non-caloric sweeteners have in common? They are highly processed and don’t belong in a real food diet, for one! Tune in to hear Ali and Becki discuss frightening new frontiers in the world of lab meats and ultra-processed meat alternatives, why omega 6 oils don’t belong as a staple of your diet and why non-caloric sweeteners still suck! In this episode, Ali and Becki discuss 3 things that will wreak havoc on your health and how trying to outsmart nature almo...
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 199
Here we are 1 year in and we know a lot more than we did from our last official coverage in February. In this episode we cover updates on masks, disinfectants, and lockdowns, as well as new studies demonstrating lack of efficacy and serious concerns. We also unpack the stats on death toll noting this year there has been no increase in total death count when comparing to prior years sharing the work of John Hopins research demonstrating a reclassification of deaths vs. deaths caused by coronaviru...
Dec 15, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 198
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 hol...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 197
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...
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 196
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 ...
Nov 23, 2020•51 min•Ep. 195
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 nit...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 194
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 d...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 193
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 nega...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 192
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 th...
Oct 26, 2020•54 min•Ep. 191
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 li...
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 190
