How do songs become anthems of resilience, and what can we learn from the music that moves us? In this special episode of Quiet the Diet , host Michelle brings her entire team—Nicki, Nina, Jessica, and Sarah—to share their personal healing anthems, discussing how music has played a crucial role in their journeys of overcoming chronic illness, emotional struggles, and finding joy. Tune in to hear: Nicki shares her journey with chronic digestive issues and emotional stress eating, and explains how...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Is your body’s internal chemistry sabotaging your sleep? In this episode Quiet the Diet , host Michelle Shapiro explores hidden causes of insomnia, from histamine intolerance to hormone imbalances, and shares practical strategies for improving sleep quality, drawing from both her personal experience and client stories. Tune in to hear: The struggle of overcoming severe insomnia through addressing histamine intolerance, and how histamines can affect sleep. [00:02:27] How to use long-term and shor...
Oct 14, 2024•33 min•Season 5Ep. 11
What if your hypothyroidism isn’t the root problem, but rather a symptom of something bigger happening in your body? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes functional nutritionist Abby Hueber to discuss common misconceptions about hypothyroidism, the link between thyroid function and weight loss resistance, and the role of holistic health practices in supporting metabolic and thyroid health. Tune in to hear: The increase in hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's and the incomplete thyroid ...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Are you overcomplicating your weight loss journey with trendy diets and misinformation? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle Shapiro sits down with Dr. Allan Bacon to debunk common weight loss myths, exploring the roles of calories, stress, hormones, and emotional eating in achieving sustainable fat loss. Tune in to hear: How influencers often present fragmented nutrition information, missing the bigger picture. [00:01:28] The fundamental concept of calories in vs. calories out is establi...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 5Ep. 9
How can you prioritize your health without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice? In this episode of Quiet the Diet , Michelle sits down with Illie of Live Healthillie to discuss her personal health journey, the impact of processed products on our bodies, and how to live a balanced, informed, and low-tox life. Tune in to hear: Illie’s background growing up with a diet focused on convenience foods and how her athleticism masked underlying health issues. [7:43] The transition from sports to gy...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Is your water doing more harm than good when it comes to hydration? In this episode of Quiet the Diet , host Michelle welcomes Amanda Montalvo, a registered dietitian and mineral expert, to discuss the critical role of minerals in hydration and overall health, including common myths about hydration, the importance of sodium and potassium, and practical advice on optimizing mineral intake for better energy, digestion, and cellular function. Episode highlights include: How most people are either d...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Wondering why perimenopause is suddenly a hot topic and how it could be affecting you? In this episode of Quiet the Diet , Michelle welcomes back friends Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well to dive deep into the topic of perimenopause and menopause, discussing why this phase of life is crucial for women’s health, how it impacts various aspects of their wellbeing, and what steps women can take to navigate these changes effectively. Episode highlights include: The increased visibility of perimenopa...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Do you struggle to say “no”, even when it means compromising your health? Is people-pleasing draining your energy and leaving you feeling depleted? In this episode of Quiet the Diet , Michelle and Nicki discuss the impact of people-pleasing tendencies on health, how to set boundaries, and the importance of self-care and self-advocacy. Tune in to hear: What “sociotrophy” is, and its roots in placing value on relationships over personal independence [00:03:36] How people-pleasing can manifest in r...
Sep 02, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Did you know that not all proteins are created equal, and that amino acids may be the real game-changer when it comes to your diet? In this episode of Quiet the Diet , Michelle sits down with Angelo Keely, Co-founder of Kion, to explore the essential role of protein and amino acids in human health, with an emphasis on optimizing protein intake for muscle maintenance, weight loss, and overall vitality. Tune in to hear: The basics of proteins and amino acids, and their critical roles in the body [...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 4
You may know that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, but how do they affect your overall health? In the latest episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle interviews J Gulinello about the critical roles of mitochondria, glutathione, and glyphosate in health, exploring how these elements impact chronic illness and overall well-being. Listen to the episode to hear: The functions of mitochondria, and their importance beyond just energy production, including fat metabolism and cellular death [11:1...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 5Ep. 3
How does stress impact your hormone health, and what can you do about it? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle is joined by close friend and colleague, Jillian Greaves, to discuss the intricacies of functional medicine, with a particular focus on functional lab tests like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing. Tune in to hear: What the differences are between conventional and functional lab tests, including the comprehensive insights provided by functional testing [10:41] The controversy around the sc...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 5Ep. 2
What if understanding your trauma could unlock a new path to better health? In this episode, Michelle hosts Tim Frie to discuss the profound impact of trauma on health, particularly its biochemical implications and the intersection of trauma with nutrition. Tune in to hear: Understanding the fragmented nature of discussions about trauma online, touching on both biological and psychological aspects [9:17] What trauma means in the context of this conversation and how Tim uses it as a part of his w...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 5Ep. 1
How do we bridge the world of body positivity and functional nutrition? In this episode, Michelle and Nicki tackle the complex and controversial relationship between diet culture, disordered eating, and functional nutrition. You'll hear: How labeling weight loss behaviors as diet culture can hinder starting healthy changes [8:07] Social media’s role in driving fear of disordered eating from health behaviors [11:12] The demonization of diet culture and health behaviors benefits processed food com...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Managing dizziness starts with understanding its root causes. Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor turned hypermobility coach, joins Michelle to explore different causes of dizziness, its impact on daily life, and practical solutions for managing and alleviating symptoms. Tune in to hear: Understanding the distinction between vertigo and other types of dizziness [8:18] Key symptoms of peripheral vertigo versus central dizziness and the role of the vestibular system [9:46] Dizziness in hypermobility a...
Jun 03, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Have you ever wished testing existed that could give you insight on how to live a longer, healthier life? Dr. Gil Blander, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Inside Tracker, joins Michelle to discuss the impact of genetics and lifestyle on longevity, and how we can optimize our health through targeted testing and interventions. Tune in to hear: How a personal loss at age twelve sparked Dr. Blander’s interest in studying the aging process and longevity [3:13] The importance of studying and f...
May 27, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Are your daily habits undermining your health? Ever wondered if your detox routine might actually be harmful or questioned the effectiveness of your supplements? Dr. John Kim, a functional medicine pharmacist and advocate for holistic health, joins Michelle to discuss how detox, drainage, and addressing environmental impacts can lead to optimal health. Tune in to hear: Dr. Kim's transition from traditional to functional medicine, particularly in the area of hormone therapy [4:28] The pitfalls of...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Feeling stuck in fight or flight? Do you struggle with managing stress in your daily life? Can somatic practices really transform your mental health? Christine Coen, movement coach and holistic dietitian, joins Michelle to discuss how learning to connect with your body not only helps in coping with immediate stress but also enhances long-term emotional resilience. Tune in to hear: Christine's transition from a conventional dietitian to a holistic practitioner focusing on stress management and me...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Join the Highly Sensitive Body™ Hub today This may be the most vulnerable episode of Quiet the Diet yet. Michelle is sharing her own story of living in a highly sensitive body and navigating mystery symptoms that left her searching for answers after the typical treatment protocols not only didn't work but made things worse. If you've ever felt hopeless when it comes to your health and feel like you're in an information blackout trying to find answers, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear: Mi...
May 06, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 7
A radical overhaul is needed in the dietetics field. Shyla Cadogan, RD, LDN, a recent University of Maryland graduate and fresh dietitian joins Michelle to discuss the evolving role of dietitians in public and digital spaces, challenging the normalization of processed foods, and the importance of a balanced, individualized approach to nutrition. Tune in to hear: Shyla's education journey in dietetics and her personal evolution away from veganism [6:16] Why nutrition information can be so confusi...
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Can hypnotherapy really alter the physical sensations in your gut? Claire Hall, research lead at Mindset Health, joins Michelle to discuss gut-directed hypnotherapy for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how their app, Nerva, provides an innovative mangement option that's challenging traditional dietary restrictions and shaping the future of gut health management. We discuss: What is gut-directed hypnotherapy and its distinction from “stage” hypnosis [1:33] IBS as a diagnosis of exclu...
Apr 22, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Detoxing has become a popular trend for improving health, but is it being done in a way that’s actually effective and not harmful? Leah Levitan, a lymphatic drainage expert whose holistic healing journey began with her mother’s battle with breast cancer, joins Michelle to dispel common misconceptions, explain the role our lymphatic system plays in toxin removal, and underline the importance of movement and nutrition in the detoxification process. We discuss: What the lymphatic system is and how ...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 4
This episode might change everything you thought you knew about ADHD. Dr. Laura Gouge, a licensed naturopathic doctor and nutritionist, joins Michelle to explore a holistic viewpoint on ADHD and treatment, including the RCCX genetic theory which illuminates it’s link to various health conditions and stress responses such as mast cell activation syndrome. Tune in to hear: Rethinking the traditional definition and stereotypes around ADHD [9:22] The impact of sensory stimuli and stress on individua...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Dr. Alexis Cowan, PhD a molecular biologist specializing in nutrition and metabolism, joins Michelle to discuss the sophisticated dance between our microbiome, stress, dietary choices, and the environments we occupy (both internal and external) when it comes to overall health. Tune in to hear: How Alexis’ journey with weight loss, body dysmorphia and disordered eating led her to the study of biochemistry, metabolism and food systems [7:16] The long lasting impact of antibiotics on our microbiome...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 4Ep. 2
It’s time to stop viewing binge eating through a lens of shame. In this episode, Michelle and Nicki discuss the traditional approaches to binge eating treatment, the physical and psychological components of a binge, and what they believe is the true key to transforming binge eating behaviors. Tune in to hear: The three traditional approaches to binge eating treatment and why it’s not a one size fits all approach [11:45] Binge eating disorders are not always due to restriction [13:36] How certain...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor turned hypermobility coach. After completing chiropractic school, Taylor's career began with an associate position at a traditional chiropractic practice. However, she quickly realized that the conventional methods did not align with her vision. They are unpacking the dangers of cookie-cutter chiropractic practices and the importance of an evidence-based approach in treatment and self-care. Discover why adjustments are not ...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 12
In today’s episode, Michelle sits down with not one, but two health experts that specialize in perimenopause and menopause. Kristen and Maria of Wise and Well are friends and practitioners who share a passion for women’s health, especially women’s health at midlife. Tune in as they explore an array of important topics surrounding women's health, hormones, and the journey to finding balance and empowerment. They discuss: Hormone changes in women's bodies as they age [7:44] The impact of hormones ...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Jennifer Caryn Brand , a clinical nutritionist with a strong focus on helping children with chronic skin rashes. Jennifer is on a mission to help parents navigate the challenging world of children's health, particularly when it comes to improving their eating habits, sleep routines, and addressing disruptive skin issues. They discuss: How skin issues and behavioral disorders can be linked to imbalances in the gut microbiome [7:46] Why elimination diets an...
Dec 04, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Dr. Jaban Moore, a renowned functional dietitian and expert in holistic healing. Join them as they dive deep into the benefits of sound, light, and color therapy, and how when combined with EEG brain monitoring, can help coax our brain waves into a normal pattern transforming conditions such as depression and anxiety. Dr. Moore shares valuable insights about mast cell activation syndrome and histamine intolerance, shedding light on how these conditions tu...
Nov 27, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Dr. Halie Schoff, a practitioner specializing in functional medicine, clinical nutrition, and chiropractic care. Throughout their conversation, they explore the intricacies of digestion and absorption, Dr. Halie's go-to hacks for improving gut health, and some fascinating insights from Eastern medicine. They discuss common issues such as constipation and how stress and gut motility can impact our digestive health. They discuss: Digestion and absorption pr...
Nov 20, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Christa Biegler, functional medicine nutritionist and podcast host of The Less Stressed Life . Christa shares her personal journey with eczema, and provides relatable experiences that will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with skin issues. Join them as they delve into the world of skin health and offer practical solutions to help you achieve a life with less stress and healthier, rejuvenated skin. They discuss: Christa shares shares her persona...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 7
