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 progesterone levels
• Easy ways to minimize stressors on the body
• Eating enough & optimizing macronutrient balance
• Essential nutrients for progesterone production & best food sources
• How to plan a day of eating for healthy hormones
• How to slow down, honor life’s rhythms, and focus on simplicity
• The power of a slow morning
• The importance of fun for health & how to have more fun in life
• Supporting liver health for hormone balance
• How to support minerals to minimize stress on the body
• Easy ways to get more sodium & potassium for thyroid, adrenal, & blood sugar health
• When to consider functional lab testing
• Is there such a thing as fully “healed,” or are we always on a healing journey?

For more from Meg:

Website: ⁠https://www.meglangston.com/ 

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meg_langston/?hl=en

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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 support it
• Everyday toxins that burden your liver (and how to reduce exposure)
• The best foods, nutrients, and herbs for optimal liver function

I also share practical, easy-to-implement habits that will help lighten the load on your liver so you can feel more energized and balanced. If you're dealing with bloating, fatigue, brain fog, or stubborn skin and hormone issues, this episode will help you uncover the hidden role your liver plays— and give you simple, effective ways to support it for lasting wellness. As always, thank you for listening!

Other podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:

• How to Balance Your Blood Sugar
• Understanding Quantum Biology to Optimize Circadian Rhythms, Mitochondrial Health, & Leptin Regulation with Carrie Bennett, MS

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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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 reconnecting you to your highest self and she is here to help you embody your true power.

In the episode, we cover: 

• Detox 101- what is detoxification, why do we need to support it, and how it’s much more than just going on a cleanse
• How to support your body’s natural detox pathways
• Parasites- why are so many people talking about them and are they really the root cause to health issues?
• How to clear parasites out of the body without having to do a parasite cleanse & the terrain theory
• Why the way we talk to ourselves MATTERS and how to change your mindset around food from restriction to abundance
• How to determine if a health decision is out of love or out of fear
• Reconnecting back to your intuition so you can make health choices that work for you
• How to stop outsourcing your healing to others
• Neo-emotional release: what it is & why emotional healing is a key part of the healing journey
• Spiritual growth & how it relates to the physical body
• The spiritual ego and how to let go of it
• The importance of community and relationships for true healing

...and so much more!

For more from Eva:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eva.hooft/?hl=en

Website: https://www.evahooft.com/

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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 honest opinion on & personal experience with tracking blood sugar with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). As always, thank you for listening!

Other podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:

• Understanding Quantum Biology to Optimize Circadian Rhythms, Mitochondrial Health, & Leptin Regulation with Carrie Bennett, MS
• How to Manage Stress With Ease

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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 strategies to regulate your emotions & detach from negative thoughts 
• How to deal with negative self talk and doubt
• Preventing burnout and the importance of taking breaks
• How to overcome imposter syndrome
• Tools to help boost your confidence from within 
• Navigating being a student in your mid-twenties & pursuing higher education
• Why comparison can actually sometimes be a good thing
• How to balance a full-time job with a side hustle & how Arasteh balanced being a full-time student with content creation
• Tips for becoming a content creator
• Best tools for managing your time
• How to maintain your mental health with social media
• A candid conversation about plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures- is getting work done mutually exclusive with self love?

...and so much more!

For more from Arasteh:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arasteh/

Podcast: Her Healthful

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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 stress, mindset shifts to help with stress management, my top tips for minimizing physical stressors on the body, and easy ways to mitigate the day-to-day stressors that are inevitable in life! As always, thank you for listening!

Other podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:

• The Power of Forgiveness (solo episode)
• Holistic Tips to Optimize Digestion (solo episode)
• The Ultimate Guide to Eating More Whole Foods (solo episode)
• How to Actually Slow Down: 5 Simple Tips to Embrace Slow Living (solo episode)
• Strength Training for Women, Building Muscle Through Gentle Consistency, & Debunking Fitness Myths with Dr. Shannon Ritchey, DPT, Founder of Evlo Fitness

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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 Magazine & Huffington Post. Her ability to relate to women and make them feel as though they are speaking to a trusted friend and not a therapist has allowed her to build trust with and help thousands of clients. 

In the episode, we cover: 

• What does working with a therapist *actually* look like?
• When is the best time to start therapy (this may surprise you!)
• Who should work with a therapist?
• Do therapists give advice?
• Navigating your twenties
• How to stop comparing yourself to others immediately (ESPECIALLY in your twenties) 
• How to boost your self esteem & confidence 
• Tips to help you uncover your purpose and passions 
• What to do when you’re working a job you hate
• Finding TRUE balance & what it actually looks like to have “balance” in life
• How to deal with the pressures of social media 
• How to determine if you have a healthy relationship with social media (& tips to improve yours if you don’t)
• Navigating adult friendships and romantic relationships 
• How to enjoy the present moment wherever you’re at in life

...and so much more!

For more from Jennifer & her practice:

Instagram: @manhattanwellness

⁠https://www.instagram.com/manhattan.wellness/

Website: https://manhattanwellness.org/

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I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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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. That's when she found quantum biology. Now, as an online educator, clinician, and faculty member of the Quantum Biology Collective, Carrie's mission is to teach her clients how to create a healing environment by applying quantum health strategies around light, water, electrons, and mitochondrial support. Given these tools, clients who have spent years trying to improve their health—just as Carrie did—finally experience powerful healing and lasting benefits.

In the episode, we cover: 

• What is quantum health?
• Why circadian practices should be the foundation of any wellness routine & how to optimize your circadian rhythm 
• When are the best times to get light exposure for optimal health?
• The key time of day to get sunlight specifically for gut, brain, & thyroid health
• How to properly block artificial blue light & the best blue light blocking glasses 
• The truth about melatonin and vitamin D supplements
• Myths about sun exposure & why we shouldn’t be afraid of the sun
• Why you may want to rethink wearing sunglasses
• Leptin: the crucial hormone no one’s talking about
• Signs you have leptin resistance and how to optimize leptin levels
• All about mitochondrial health & tips to boost mitochondrial function and energy + decrease inflammation 
• EMFs and the role they play in mitochondrial dysfunction
• The science behind grounding / earthing
• Bridging the gap between science and spirituality: the science behind using compassion, love, and intention for better health

...and so much more!

For more from Carrie:

Instagram: @carriebwellness

https://www.instagram.com/carriebwellness/

Website: ⁠https://www.carriebwellness.com/

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I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 healthy eating easier, and I also share about the importance of starting with a positive, loving intention in the process of cleaning up your diet. As always, thank you for listening!

Click here for the food prep e-book I mentioned in the episode created by my talented friend, Becci Neumann!

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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 unlocking your purpose
• Navigating career changes 
• Tools, rituals, and practices to help you embody your true self 
• The importance of disconnecting from the noise and world around you to help you reconnect with yourself
• How to make new friends that align with your true self
• What it means to “live like water” and create change from a place of ease
• Feminine vs masculine energy 
• How to stop being so hard on yourself
• Using your body’s physical cues as signs of misalignment 
• Detaching from your thoughts, feelings, & emotions
• How to improve your self worth
• Tools to help clear limiting beliefs from your consciousness
• The power of visualization in creating your dream life
• The art of resting & how to rest intentionally in this go-go-go world 

...and so much more!

Listen to my episode on Mackenzie's podcast, The North Star, here.

For more from Mackenzie:

Instagram: @mackbelcastro

⁠⁠https://instagram.com/mackbelcastro

Website: https://mackenziebelcastro.com

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ccymcx5X3Ah8sy3ieloDl

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 mindset. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you're looking for support on your healing journey, I am currently accepting clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 schools and speaks at conferences across the U.S. on the topics of hair, skin and nails. She is passionate about natural skin care and believes that many of today’s chronic skin diseases can be healed by using evidence-based alternative treatments.

In the episode, we cover: 

• The pathophysiology of acne
• Root causes of acne 
• The 2 functional lab tests that Dr. Greenberg runs on every acne patient
• The gut-skin connection
• What is pathogenic overgrowth in the gut? 
• Common pathogens that may be causing your acne
• The different gut imbalances in those with acne vs. those with eczema 
• H. pylori- why it’s a concern, common symptoms, & downstream effects of leaving it untreated  
• Foods to include & foods to avoid for better skin
• How to add more fiber into your diet without causing digestive distress 
• How long should it take to heal your acne?
• Supplements to consider for skin health (and which supplements to avoid)
• Is any amount of acne “normal”?

For more from Dr. Greenberg:

Website: https://www.integrativedermatologycenter.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dermatologycenter/?hl=en 

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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 improving health literacy. Shania is also the founder of the “do it all” girl community and shares tips, tools, and resources that have helped her find purpose, stay productive, and be well as a multifaceted woman balancing 5 roles. 

In the episode, we cover: 

• Why everyone needs to have a mission statement in life & how to determine your mission statement 
• How to be a “do it all girl” without burning yourself out
• Why Shania froze her eggs at the age of 25 
• How AI can help us feel happier and healthier
• Shania’s top 3 AI tools to help you be well & do it all
• The tools and practices Shania uses to be efficient with her time & take care of herself 
• How to build a strong support system around you & attract an aligned community
• Why Shania doesn’t believe in “success”
• How to maximize discipline + productivity
• Reframing getting distracted
• Shania’s favorite evidence-based wellness practices to optimize health 
• The importance of accountability with building healthy habits 
• Why + how Shania wrote a children’s book on the gut-brain connection
• Getting a PhD in global health

...and so much more!

For more from Shania:

Instagram: @wellbyshania

⁠https://www.instagram.com/wellbyshania/

Website: https://www.shaniabhopa.ca/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 health. As I did in the previous episode, I'm sharing evidence from the literature as well as my own experiences (both personally and professionally with clients) for each foundation I talk about in the episode:

1- Community, social connection, & nurturing healthy relationships

2- Joyful movement / exercise

3- Optimal hydration & mineral replenishment

4- Nervous system regulation

5- Minimizing toxic exposures & supporting the body's natural drainage and detoxification pathways

6- Laughter

7- Spiritual wellness: meditation, mindfulness, intention, & faith

I also share lots of tips on how to implement each foundation into daily life if it isn't already a part of yours. As always, thank you for listening!

Here are the links to listen to Part 1 of the series on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠.

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you're looking for support on your healing journey, I am currently accepting clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 most to today’s generation of conscious consumers. She drew on this extensive consulting experience when she partnered with her longtime friend and business partner, Austin Wiberg, who developed his entrepreneurial acumen at top lifestyle eCommerce brands such as Suja Juice and Talentless. Integrating their expertise across industries and looking to optimize every facet of their daily routine, Hannah and Austin joined forces to formulate Standard Self Care, a streamlined personal care line that focuses on product efficacy & ingredient transparency above all else. 

There’s no shortage of ‘clean’ beauty brands infiltrating your Explore Page, but if your products don’t create lasting results in your skin, you’ll return to your tried-and-true routine. That’s why Hannah and Austin created Standard Self Care: a concentrated line of 3 cosmeceutical products that were designed with the highest standards to optimize your self-care practice and upgrade your quality of life. 

In the episode, we cover: 

• Hannah and Austin’s wellness journeys 
• Hannah’s life-altering experience with stress-induced autoimmunity & how this fueled her passion for better-for-you products
• The importance of looking at more than just diet & exercise for true wellness
• Why being “stricter” with your wellness practices isn’t always better
• The many entrepreneurial experiences that have helped Hannah and Austin start their own companies
• The pros and cons of going to college (& why Hannah dropped out of school to start her career early)
• What are cosmeceuticals & why should we start using them?
• Why + how Hannah and Austin started Standard Self Care 
• Simplifying your skincare routine
• The importance of connections in entrepreneurship & life in general
• How Hannah and Austin started out as best friends in college, launched multiple businesses together and ended up as a couple in the process!

...and so much more!

For more from Hannah + Austin:

Hannah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahminardi/?hl=en

Austin's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thegoatofthegram/

Standard Self Care Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/standardselfcare/

Check out Standard Self Care & use code LW40 for 40% off your order: ⁠https://standardselfcare.com/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 five of the simple yet profound wellness foundations that can transform your health from the inside out, sharing evidence from the literature as well as my own experiences (both personally and professionally with clients) for each one:

1- Getting enough high-quality sleep

2- Eating mostly whole foods & minimal processed foods (and eating enough food in general)

3- Getting sufficient bioavailable protein in your diet

4- Optimizing circadian health (& how to do this)

5- Spending time in nature

I also share tips on how to implement each foundation into daily life if it isn't already a part of yours. Make sure to stay tuned for Part 3, where I'll be diving deep into the rest of the wellness foundations. And as always, thank you for listening!

If you haven't already, make sure to listen to Part 1 of this series on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you're looking for support on your healing journey, I am currently accepting clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 cover: 

• Emily’s journey healing from trauma and reconnecting with her authentic self
• Getting diagnosed with (and healing from) hepatitis C & the lessons Emily has learned from chronic illness
• How to move away from a victim mindset & use life challenges to learn and grow
• Turning your pain into purpose
• Healing from an eating disorder / using wellness as a coping mechanism
• Moving through grief & Emily’s experience of losing her mom to breast cancer as a young child
• The importance of community & how to attract aligned people into your life
• How to nurture and connect with your inner child
• The healing modalities and practices that have helped Emily reconnect back to herself
• Reconnecting with God after losing faith, and the power of nature for connecting with a higher power
• Living with an open heart
• Feeling the fear and doing it anyway

...and so much more!

For more from Emily:

Instagram: @emilyfeikls

https://www.instagram.com/emilyfeikls/

Listen to Emily's podcast, Let's Thrive:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-thrive/id1450703792

https://www.instagram.com/letsthrive_podcast/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 episode, we are covering all things MINDSET when it comes to healing. I truly believe that having a positive, loving mindset is crucial to actually feeling better & seeing positive shifts in our health. We can be doing everything "right" physically, but at the end of the day, we also need to have a healing mindset in place for true healing to occur. That's why in this ep, I'm covering some of the most important mindset shifts that I find to be integral to a successful healing journey, based both on my own journey and my work with clients. Make sure to stay tuned for part 2 and as always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you're looking for support on your healing journey, I am currently accepting clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness.

Today, he works to bring life and vitality to others as he helps them establish their own paths to wellness through modern herbology. He founded Vital Plan along with his daughter Braden and serves as Medical Director. The company provides a science-backed system of herbs and key nutrients proven to defend against cellular stress and promote lasting wellness.

In the episode, we cover: 

• Dr. Rawls’s story of healing from chronic lyme disease
• What is cellular wellness?
• The 5 key things our cells need for optimal health
• The root causes of chronic illness  
• The healing power of herbs
• Differences in the mechanisms of drugs vs. herbs 
• Using herbs safely in daily practice
• The antimicrobial properties of herbs
• What are adaptogens & how do they work?
• Dr. Rawls’s favorite herbs for everyday use and how to take them
• Insulin resistance, health detriments of excessive carbohydrate intake, & the best way to test your blood sugar regulation
• How to support mitochondrial health   
• Tips for healthy aging

...and so much more!

For more from Dr. Rawls:

Instagram: @rawlsmd

https://www.instagram.com/rawlsmd/?hl=en

Website: https://rawlsmd.com/

Book: The Cellular Wellness Solution

https://www.amazon.com/Cellular-Wellness-Solution-Potential-Science-Backed/dp/0982322569

Check out Vital Plan below & use code LovingWellness20 for 20% off your first order: https://vitalplan.com/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 healing journey & original recipes. It is now a thriving CPG company, selling French-inspired, good-for-you snacks made with real, organic ingredients.

In the episode, we cover: 

• Healing from disordered eating and how this experience led Sydney to launch French Squirrel
• Sydney’s hormone healing journey & how she got her period back after losing it for 3.5 years
• The importance of your beliefs when you’re on a healing journey
• Finding balance with health practices & exploring the gray areas of wellness
• Giving yourself permission to change and evolve on your wellness journey
• French Squirrel’s origin story
• The benefits of incorporating cacao into your diet
• The importance of eating in a way that’s blood-sugar friendly
• How owning a business has fueled Sydney’s spiritual growth & the lessons she’s learned throughout the process
• Finding work-life balance as a small business owner & separating your self worth from your business
• Getting back into your feminine energy as a female business owner
• How to show up more authentically both online and in real life

...and so much more!

For more from Sydney:

Instagram: @Sydney_KW

https://www.instagram.com/sydney_kw/

Check out French Squirrel below & use code LW15 for 15% off your order:

https://frenchsquirrel.com/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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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 always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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 Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook, and her most recent book Real Food For Fertility, which she co-authored with Lily Nichols RDN (my last guest on the podcast!). Lisa works tirelessly to debunk the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Drawing heavily from the current scientific literature, Lisa presents an evidence-based approach to help women connect to their fifth vital sign by uncovering the connection between the menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall health. With well over 4 million downloads, her podcast, Fertility Friday, is the #1 source for information about fertility awareness and menstrual cycle health.

In the episode, we cover: 

• Why our menstrual cycle is a vital sign
• Why women should care about having optimal fertility even if we don’t plan on having children 
• What does a healthy menstrual cycle actually look like?
• How to know if you’re *actually* ovulating
• Common cycle irregularities and their root causes
• Is any amount of period pain normal?
• What is fertility awareness?
• Utilizing the Fertility Awareness Method as a birth control method 
• How to track shifts in cervical mucus and basal body temperature to track your cycle / ovulation
• Oura ring vs thermometers vs TempDrop + best practices for measuring BBT for cycle tracking 
• Why you should reconsider hormonal birth control + the consequences of being on hormonal contraceptives
• How long does it take for your cycle to normalize when you get off the pill?
• When is the best time to get off the pill to optimize your fertility?
• How to address the root causes of PCOS + why birth control is not an effective cure for PCOS

...and so much more!

For more from Lisa:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday/?hl=en

Website: https://fertilityfriday.com/

Books: ⁠https://fertilityfriday.com/books/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Dr. Ryan Monahan, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Dr. Monahan practices Functional Medicine in Los Angeles, California and works virtually with patients nationally and internationally. He completed his Masters and Doctoral degrees of Eastern Medicine summa cum laude at Emperor's College in Santa Monica, California and completed his Functional Medicine training with both The Institute for Functional Medicine and The Kresser Institute for Functional and Evolutionary Medicine.

In the episode, we cover: 

• Dr. Monahan’s own healing journey from mold exposure 
• Why the gut is the root of most imbalances in the body and how you can start to optimize your gut health through functional medicine approaches 
• HPA axis dysregulation- what it is & why our stress response system needs so much support these days 
• How to address physiological stressors through diet, lifestyle, and more 
• Why the city you live in makes a bigger impact on your health than you may think
• Should you go gluten free?
• The most nutrient-dense foods in the world & what an ideal diet looks like for optimal nutrient status  
• The most common nutrient deficiencies Dr. Monahan sees, especially in vegan patients
• Root causes of common hormonal imbalances & how to address them holistically 
• How to properly support your body’s detoxification & drainage pathways
• Supporting estrogen detoxification to address estrogen dominance
• The (many) issues with hormonal birth control & why the copper IUD isn’t a great alternative   
• The functional medicine approach to treating thyroid disorders & the gut-thyroid connection 

...and so much more!

For more from Dr. Monahan:

Website: peacefulmountainmedicine.com

Instagram: @Dr.Ryan.Monahan

https://www.instagram.com/dr.ryan.monahan/?hl=en

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm going solo again for part two of answering your wellness-related questions! I cover a wide range of topics, including how to get better sleep, circadian biology & how to actually reset your circadian rhythm, the concept of social jet lag, my favorite ways to beat bloating, tips to stay motivated on your wellness journey, and so much more! If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, you can do so here. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week's episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by Ilana Dunn, a Millennial and Gen Z Dating Expert, Content Creator, and Host of Seeing Other People, a Spotify Top 50 Viral Podcast. After a two-year stint as Hinge's Lead Content Creator, Ilana created Seeing Other People to help daters all over the world feel less alone and more empowered in their dating lives. Healthy relationships are integral to our overall health and wellness, which is why I am so excited to dive deep into dating & relationships with Ilana this week!

In the episode, we chat about:

• How to navigate the modern dating world, including dating apps / online dating
• Tips to show up more authentically on dates & how to be more authentic in all of your relationships (romantic partnerships, friendships, family, etc.)
• Dating rules that should be broken
• How to deal with rejection in dating
• How & where to meet people in person if you aren’t a fan of dating apps
• Toxic situationships & lessons Ilana learned from one that she was in
• The key to communicating effectively in a relationship
• How to have healthy arguments with your partner
• How to balance being in a relationship with all the other parts of your life
• What to do when you don’t like your friend’s partner
• Embracing being single when all your friends are in a relationship

...and so much more!

For more from Ilana:

https://www.instagram.com/ilana.dunn/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/seeingotherpeople/?hl=en

Seeing Other People Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seeing-other-people/id1505618760

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

In this week’s episode of Loving Wellness, I'm going solo to answer your wellness-related questions! I cover a wide range of topics, including how to balance your hormones, my top anti-inflammatory foods, holistic tips for acid reflux, my favorite current wellness trends, and so much more! Stay tuned for Part 2 in a couple weeks, and as always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Claudia Gilani is a passionate herbalist, alternative health practitioner, podcast host, and the founder of Healing The Source. After a lifelong battle with chronic symptoms, Claudia became fed up with the conventional approach to healthcare. The allopathic medicine system offered only temporary relief by suppressing symptoms, without addressing the root causes of her ailments, which included full-body cystic acne, chronic fatigue, cavities at every dentist visit, anxiety, depression, brain fog, extreme bloating, constipation, debilitating menstrual pain, hair loss, and the list goes on. Determined to find a better way, Claudia embarked on a personal journey to discover the true path to healing. Now, on the other side, she merges ancient wisdom with modern understanding to provide others with a comprehensive toolkit for achieving optimal health and embracing a vibrant, fulfilling life.

In the episode, we chat about:

• Claudia’s journey healing from chronic symptoms through alternative health
• Struggling with cystic acne & how Claudia started Healing the Source through healing her own acne
• The problem with conventional treatments for acne including Accutane and hormonal birth control
• What they don’t tell you about the copper IUD
• The truth about breast implant illness
• Why you shouldn’t give your power away when it comes to healing, even to experts & practitioners in the wellness space
• How your beliefs and self-talk can affect your physical health & how to reprogram your beliefs to promote health and happiness
• Nontoxic products- how to discern what to put on your body & watch out for greenwashing
• Education vs fear mongering on the internet

...and so much more!

For more from Claudia:

https://www.instagram.com/healingthesource/?hl=en

Check out Healing the Source:

https://www.healingthesource.org/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I'm talking all about the concept of slow living. In the episode, I share five practical tips that have helped me to slow down and be more present in my own life, regardless of how busy it gets. With the fast-paced world we live in, it may feel like embracing a slower lifestyle is impossible, but these tips will help you change the way you flow through your days, busy or not! As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week's episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by the co-founder of Akasha Superfoods, Anna Rooke. Anna is a lover of all things wellness and has a B.A. in psychology from UCLA and a minor in food studies. She earned her certificate in plant based nutrition from Cornell University and received her yoga teacher training abroad. Her company, Akasha Superfoods, sells ocean-based superfoods and skincare products that optimize health and vitality.

In the episode, we chat about:

• Anna’s holistic wellness journey & how her diet has evolved over time
• Why you should never give your power away when it comes to your health decisions
• How Anna co-founded Akasha Superfoods
• All about sea moss gel & its many benefits
• Challenges Anna and her cofounder have faced with the company & how they’ve course corrected along the way
• What keeps Anna going as an entrepreneur in the CPG world
• Tips to find aligned business partners
• How Anna stays grounded while running a business & her morning routine
• Spiritual practices to help you get through times of chaos
• Tips for setting boundaries with social media

...and so much more!

For more from Anna:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/anna_rooke/?hl=en

Check out Akasha Superfoods & use code LVP20 for 20% off your order:

https://www.akashasuperfoods.com/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

To kick off the start of 2024, in this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I'm diving deep into all things manifestation and how we can unleash the power we all have within us to make our dreams and goals a reality. In the episode, I talk about four simple steps to co-creating the life you want and share the many books, tools, and resources that have been helpful on my own manifestation journey. I delve into how you can reprogram your subconscious mind to align your beliefs to your intentions, the power of visualization, why goal-setting is so important in this process, and using our thoughts to our advantage so we can create a life beyond our wildest dreams. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

In today's episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by author, speaker, designer, and cancer survivor Alexa Cucchiara. When Alexa was diagnosed with cancer halfway through her college career, she felt alone and felt she knew no one who could understand what she was going through at such a young age. After she was in remission, Alexa made it her goal to make others experiencing challenges feel they were not alone and to help them through their difficult situations. A few years ago, Alexa published her first book, Power to Persevere: Inspiring Stories to Help You Get Through Challenging Moments. It debuted as an Amazon Best Seller, #1 in Teen & Young Adult Diseases, Illnesses, and Injuries, Teen & Young Adult Physical Impairment, and Teen & Young Adult Body, Mind & Spirit. 

In the episode, we chat about:

• How Alexa beat cancer at the age of 20 & cultivated the power to persevere through her diagnosis and treatment
• The importance of advocating for yourself as a patient
• How Alexa’s cancer diagnosis sparked her spiritual awakening
• Mindset shifts to get you through a hard time
• Tools in Alexa’s mental health toolkit that helped her throughout her journey
• Healing from trauma through EMDR
• How to release stress for good
• Giving yourself grace during life challenges
• Finding expanders to manifest what you want
• The most important life lesson Alexa learned from battling cancer

...and so much more!

For more from Alexa:

https://alexacuc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/alexacuc/?hl=en

Read Alexa’s bestselling book, Power to Persevere here.

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

In this week’s solo episode of Loving Wellness, I candidly share about why I stopped drinking alcohol over two years ago. I dive deep into my relationship with alcohol before and after cutting it out, how embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle has transformed my life, and my experiences dealing with the social pressures of drinking. I also share about the health effects of alcohol, my thoughts on whether alcohol can fit into a healthy lifestyle, two questions you can ask yourself to assess your own relationship with alcohol, and all my tips on how to have fun and socialize without drinking. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠ 

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 Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Lily’s bestselling books have helped tens of thousands of mamas (and babies!), are used in university-level maternal nutrition and midwifery courses, and have even influenced prenatal nutrition policy internationally. 

In the episode, we cover: 

• Why infertility is on the rise & what we can do about it 
• How to optimize egg + sperm quality and fertility outcomes through food
• Common lifestyle factors that affect fertility 
• What is "real food”?
• The #1 nutrient that women aren't getting enough of 
• Debunking macronutrient misconceptions
• Ideal protein intake for optimal hormone health- how many grams of protein should we really be eating daily?
• Animal vs plant proteins
• Is a vegan diet healthy for fertility and hormone health? 
• The best types of fat to include in your diet for healthy hormones & why fat quality matters
• Why more fiber isn't always a good thing 
• Micronutrients of concern for fertility & how to optimize your diet to get enough of these vitamins and minerals
• Yay or nay on common fertility and pregnancy nutrition recommendations 

...and so much more!

For more from Lily:

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lilynicholsrdn/?hl=en

Website: https://lilynicholsrdn.com

Books: https://lilynicholsrdn.com/books/ 

Blog Posts Mentioned in the Episode:

-The Mediterranean Diet: A Western Construct: ⁠https://lilynicholsrdn.com/mediterranean-diet/⁠ 

-5 Fertility Diet Myths: https://lilynicholsrdn.com/5-fertility-diet-myths/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@avanouriwellness.com⁠⁠⁠ 

In today's episode of Loving Wellness, I am joined by the author of The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control, Katherine Morgan Schafler. Katherine is a psychotherapist, writer and speaker based in New York City. Formerly an on-site therapist at Google, she earned her degrees and training at UC Berkeley and Columbia University, with post-graduate certification from the Association for Spirituality and Psychotherapy. If you have ever identified as a perfectionist, this episode is a must-listen!

In the episode, we chat about:

• Why perfectionism isn’t just wanting everything to be perfect all the time
• The difference between healthy and unhealthy perfectionists
• The history of perfectionism & why we've pathologized perfectionism as a society
• How to use your perfectionism as your power
• Questions to ask yourself to know if your perfectionism is getting in the way of your mental well-being
• Tangible tools to help you stop overthinking and start living in the present moment
• How to actually improve your self worth
• A unique perspective on the link between perfectionism and eating disorders
• How to honor and make amends to our bodies as women

...and so much more!

For more from Katherine:

https://www.katherinemorganschafler.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katherinemorganschafler/?hl=en

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

I am currently accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

Introducing...the Loving Wellness Podcast! The evolution of the podcast is finally here, and I could not be more excited to share this with you.

Loving Wellness™ is my wellness philosophy & method that advocates for a radical change in how we perceive health. It calls for a shift from rigid, perfection-based approaches to a more compassionate, self-loving perspective. This holistic approach blends science with intuition & intention to help you thrive beyond your limits into your healthiest, most aligned self.

This new era of the podcast will be focused on just that- approaching every aspect of well-being through a loving lens. So whether you’re interested in optimizing your nutrition, deepening your self-love, building healthy relationships, healing from chronic symptoms, shifting to a more positive mindset, growing spiritually, or really anything in between, I hope Loving Wellness can provide the support you’re looking for. 

In this first episode of the Loving Wellness Podcast, I dive into why I decided to do this rebrand in the first place, where this next chapter of the pod is going, and what you can expect from the show. I also decided to do something a little different to celebrate this new era: in this ep, I’m sharing a special interview I did on my dear friend Carolina Salazar’s podcast, Inner Growth. In the interview, I share openly about my own inner growth journey and my story and background with my health, wellness, and life in general. I also do a deeper dive on Loving Wellness and how to practice it, so I thought this would be the perfect episode to kick off the rebrand so you can get to know me and my approach a bit better!

I am so excited for this new chapter- you can continue to expect new episodes of the show every Wednesday! Make sure to subscribe to be notified of new episodes, and as always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠⁠ 

Welcome to the Loving Wellness Podcast, your compass to embracing a holistic approach to health- one that extends love not only to your body and spirit but also ripples it outward to those around you. 

Join registered dietitian and your new wellness BFF, Ava Nouri, as she dives deep into all the ways you can practice Loving Wellness™ in your own life through both solo episodes and interviews with experts in many fields.

Whether you’re interested in optimizing your nutrition, deepening your self-love, building healthy relationships, healing from chronic symptoms, shifting to a more positive mindset, growing spiritually, or anything in between, this podcast will help you thrive beyond your limits and live in alignment with your healthiest, happiest self. Tune into the show every Wednesday for a new episode! *Previously known as Thoughts on Thriving*

For more from Ava, visit ⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠ & follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness⁠

Today on the pod, I'm joined by my close friend & fellow registered dietitian, Ally Rosen. Ally is passionate about an all-encompassing approach to health and well-being, and in this episode, we have a candid discussion on healthy habits, mental health, life transitions, & beauty standards.

We chat all about:

• The importance of having healthy habits for overall wellness and longevity
• How to create a system of healthy habits that work for you and who you want to show up as in your life
• Re-assessing your current habits to determine if they’re coming from an aligned place
• Are you really growing with your current way of living?
• Tips for managing anxiety 
• How to get out of a rut
• Ally’s experience training for a marathon
• Vanity, beauty standards, and ego
• How to thrive in a transitional period of your life 

...and so much more!

For more from Ally:

https://www.instagram.com/allyrosen.rd/?hl=en

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

This solo episode is the second of my two-part series where I share all about my Loving Wellness™ Method (you can find Part 1 of this series here). In the episode, I delve deeper into this approach and share five additional core values, principles, and mindset shifts that are fundamental to practicing Loving Wellness™. I talk about transforming your wellness journey by replacing judgment with curiosity, fear with gratitude, and focusing not just on the physical aspects of health, but also on the mindset behind our health choices. I also share more about intentional eating and how setting conscious intentions before meals can lead to healthier and more fulfilling eating habits. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/⁠

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Contact: ⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠ 

In today’s episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I’m chatting with physical therapist, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, Dr. Shannon Ritchey. Dr. Ritchey's mission is to integrate current fitness research with her experience as a PT and trainer to educate others on effective fitness practices that don't wreck the body. She does this through her fitness platform Evlo Fitness, a structured, low-impact workout program that builds muscle without damaging one's joints. Shannon is also the host of the Fit Body, Happy Joints Podcast, where she breaks down myths, popular philosophies, trends, and mindsets to determine what actually creates sustainable fitness.

In this jam-packed episode, we chat about:

• Dr. Shannon’s background as a physical therapist & why she started Evlo Fitness
• Why MORE is NOT always better with fitness
• Signs you may be overexercising
• Does building more muscle actually correlate with burning more calories?
• Does strength training make women “bulky”?
• The Gentle Consistency™ approach to fitness
• Are yoga and pilates enough to build muscle?
• The 5 basics of muscle growth
• How to eat for muscle growth & how much protein we *actually* need to build lean mass
• Tips for optimal recovery
• Does cycle syncing workouts actually work? & How to cycle sync while still building muscle
• Debunking fitness myths on social media

...and so much more!

For more from Dr. Shannon Ritchey:

https://www.evlofitness.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com

In today's solo episode, I'm talking all about my recent monthlong break from social media. I dive deep into the reasons I chose to do a digital detox, the key lessons I've learned and am taking away from this experience, and the things I will be implementing into my life moving forward to be more intentional with my social media/phone use. As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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Contact: ⁠avanouriwellness@gmail.com⁠ 

In today’s episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I’m chatting with Karin Hadadan, the founder of ICI ET NU (translated from both French and Danish, which means ‘Here and Now’), a lifestyle brand that promotes living in the present moment. Karin is also the author of the incredible book Beauty In The Stillness and host of the Lows to Highs Podcast. In this episode, we chat about:

• Karin’s childhood and journey to living a creative, introspective life 
• Spiritual awakening & how Karin’s health issues sparked her journey to spiritual enlightenment 
• Lessons Karin has learned from struggling with endometriosis
• How to actually be more present & tangible tools to bring yourself back to the present moment
• How to bring mindfulness into our relationships and other aspects of our daily lives
• Navigating changing friendships as we grow 
• What to do if a friendship doesn’t feel aligned anymore
• Demystifying looking up to a higher power
• A conversation on God and surrender

…and so much more!

For more from Karin:

https://icietnu.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/icietnu/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠here⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

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⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving⁠

Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com

In today's solo episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I'm sharing five of the key mindset shifts and principles that are at the foundation of my Loving Wellness™ Method. I dive deep into what Loving Wellness means to me, what led me to create this method and philosophy in the first place, the core values that are fundamental to practicing Loving Wellness,™ and more on my own health and wellness journey. This is the first of a two-part solo episode series, so make sure to stay tuned for part 2! As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠here⁠ to work with me!

Follow me @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/

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Contact: avanouriwellness@gmail.com 

In today’s episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I’m chatting with integrative/ functional registered dietitian Michelle Shapiro. Michelle has a virtual private practice where she helps clients reverse their anxiety, heal long-standing gut issues, and approach their weight in a loving way. Utilizing humor, nuance, and compassion, Michelle helps clients access their own liberating self-awareness. She is also the host of the Quiet the Diet podcast, where she empowers listeners to make health decisions autonomously, every single time they eat. 

In this jam-packed episode, we chat about:

• Michelle’s personal 100 lb weight loss journey that led her to become a functional RD
• Integrative/functional nutrition vs. conventional nutrition 
• The health consequences of losing weight too quickly 
• How much protein you REALLY need & how to reach your protein goals
• Why it’s not always “restrictive” to have dietary restrictions
• Michelle’s experience being vegan for 10 years & the harmful effects of veganism on fertility & hormone health
• How to lose weight lovingly and sustainably 
• The issues with the Body Positivity & Health at Every Size movements
• Why “all foods fit” may not be the best approach to food
• The importance of nervous system regulation for gut health and anxiety & tangible tools to regulate your nervous system 
• How to deal with health anxiety 
• The dangers of loneliness & the importance of community for healing

…and so much more!

For more from Michelle:

https://michelleshapirord.com/

https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠here⁠ to work with me!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness⁠

& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving⁠

Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com

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-being is always worth prioritizing! As always, thank you for listening!

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In today's solo episode, I'm talking all about the power of forgiveness. I dive deep into the health benefits of forgiveness & how we can reframe forgiveness as both a nervous system regulation tool and a radical act of self love. I also share the daily forgiveness practice that has changed my life as well as some of my favorite journal prompts, meditations, and affirmations to help with forgiving myself and others. As always, thank you for listening!

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

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https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness

& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/

https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving

Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Keira Barr. As a dual board-certified integrative dermatologist, highly sought-after global speaker, and international best-selling author of The Skin Whisperer, Dr. Barr has helped thousands of women across the globe rise in every aspect of themselves, dramatically amplifying resilience, joy, and confidence in their skin. Her work has been featured in MindBodyGreen, Better Homes and Gardens’, Reader’s Digest, Glamour, SELF, Shape and more.

In this episode, we chat about:

• The brain-gut-skin connection: what it is and how to use it to our advantage 
• Why nervous system regulation is essential for healthy skin & tips on how to regulate your nervous system to improve skin health
• The power of breathwork for healthy skin
• The worst thing you can do for your skin (this may surprise you)
• How we can change our thoughts to change our skin from within
• Getting to the emotional root of acne & other skin issues
• The best foods to help your skin glow from the inside out
• The importance of blood sugar regulation & stress management for clear, wrinkle-free skin 
• Dr. Barr’s top anti-aging skincare tips

For more from Dr. Barr:

https://drkeirabarr.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drkeirabarr/?hl=en

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠here⁠ to work with me.

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness⁠

& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving⁠

Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com

In this week’s highly requested solo episode, I'm sharing my personal story of why I am no longer vegan after almost 8 years of eating a strictly plant-based diet. I talk about why I initially went vegan in the first place at the age of 15, dive deep into my personal experience with veganism, and share candidly on my reasons for incorporating animal products back into my diet. I also share all the changes I’ve experienced after this shift, tips and tools for anyone who is going through a similar experience, & my takeaways and lessons from this entire journey. As always, thank you for listening!

**Trigger warning: disordered eating/eating disorder, weight, food, and body discussion**

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/

https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness

& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and now on TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/

https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving

Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Sophia Ruan Gushée, a renowned nontoxic living expert, author, podcast host, and creator of the D-Tox Academy. Inspired by her family, Sophia published the critically-acclaimed book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures in October 2015. She has been featured on popular platforms like the Dr. Oz Show, MindBodyGreen, Today.com, Well+Good, and various magazines. Her mission is to empower people with the safest way to detox: avoiding toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from what we buy, own and do.

In this episode, we chat about:

• What toxins & detoxification really are
• Why true nontoxic living is impossible 
• Practical nontoxic living: what it is & how to start
• How to minimize endocrine-disrupting chemicals in your diet & food 
• Common products that have hidden harmful chemicals in them
• How to detox your skincare & personal care products
• The effects of EMF exposure and how technology may be affecting how we physically feel
• Small steps you can focus on to start decreasing your toxic exposures without stress
• How to stay balanced and be gentle with yourself in the process of decreasing your toxin exposure 

*Sophia is kindly offering a special discount on her upcoming 40-Day Home Detox Program. This program implements her signature practical approach to nontoxic living, and guides you through each area of your home and habits over 40 days to dive deep into a less toxic lifestyle. Use code THRIVE10 at checkout for 10% off the Tribe (cohort) option here. *

For more from Sophia:

https://www.ruanliving.com

https://www.instagram.com/ruanliving/

For more from me, visit my website: ⁠https://www.avanouriwellness.com/⁠

I am now accepting new virtual clients for 1:1 wellness & nutrition coaching. Click ⁠here⁠ to work with me.

Make sure to follow @avanouriwellness on Instagram and TikTok for more wellness content:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avanouriwellness⁠

& follow the show on Instagram @thoughts.on.thriving and TikTok @thoughtsonthriving for even more content!

⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.on.thriving/⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsonthriving⁠

Contact: thoughtsonthriving@gmail.com