The Fueled and Well Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

We're back with another guest episode! Today's podcast episode features Heather Lasco, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Confidently NourishED.

Brittany and Heather talk on a variety of amazing topics including why hunger/fullness signals can't be trusted at the start of your recovery, what mechanical eating and urge surfing is, how to reframe your eating disorder thoughts into recovery-focused thoughts, and so much more. To connect with Heather, check out her Instagram or Confidently NourishED website to learn more!

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In this episode, Brittany covers 6 common sneaky food & exercise habits that may be holding you back from fully recovering your hypothalamic amenorrhea. Topics like intuitive eating during period recovery, exercise modifications and stress are all addressed in this short but powerful episode - we can't wait for you to dive in!Be sure to check out all the resources mentioned throughout this podcast linked below for some additional guidance & support throughout your recovery journey!

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• Download your free meal and snack guide for period recovery here!
• Ready for period recovery coaching? Get on the waitlist for the next round of our program
• Looking for support but don't know what the best option is for you? Book a FREE 1:1 strategy call here!

Sources Referenced:

• The Fueled & Well Podcast Episode 35: Can You Eat Intuitively During HA Recovery?
• The Fueled & Well Podcast Episode 15: How to Create a Healthy, Sustainable Relationship with Exercise with Non-Diet Trainer Kira Onysko
• The Fueled & Well Podcast Episode 37: Why You Need to Change Your Exercise Routine to Recover Your Period
• The Fueled & Well Podcast Episode 39: Wondering if What You're Doing for Period Recovery is "Working"? Signs From Your Body and How to Track Progress

In this guest episode we have on Reilly Beatty, a Certified Sports Dietitian who helps athletes of all ranges with easy and simple nutrition. Throughout the episode, Reilly describes what some of the top nutrition mistakes are that athletes make, how athletes can get away from the diet mindset, and shares how fueling can be made simple and easy again. She also loves to explain the 'why' behind pre- and post-fueling so athletes can maximize their performance goals. 

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• Download your free meal and snack guide for period recovery here!
• Ready for period recovery coaching? Get on the waitlist for the next round of our program

To Learn More About Reilly:

• Follow her on Instagram: @reilly.beatty.nutrition
• Listen to Reilly's podcast: Eat More Carbs - Spotify | Apple Podcasts
• Or check out her Performance Fueling Club on her website!

Have you been under the impression that carbs make you unhealthy and that you shouldn't eat them? If so, this episode is for you! Brittany gives the true low down on all things carbohydrates - from why you might fear them, how the anti-carb diet has developed culturally, and why you don't need to be avoiding them, especially if you are recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea. She rounds out this episode by providing some tips on where to start if you're still feeling nervous about incorporating carbs into your daily meals.

If you'd like to tackle your fear of carbs during HA recovery with professional support and guidance, you might want to consider signing up for our next round of Period Recovery Breakthrough - get on the waitlist here! 

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• Download your free meal and snack guide for period recovery here!
• Ready for period recovery coaching? Apply for the next round of our program

Sources Referenced:

• The Maintenance Phase Podcast: The Obesity Epidemic - ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠

If you thought the only thing you needed to do to get your period back was to eat more and exercise less, this episode was made for YOU! Brittany explains the period recovery process more in depth so you know what to truly expect if you have HA. In this episode, you'll learn what the key first step is to take before making any physical changes, as well as the most impactful food changes you can make to support your recovery. In addition, Brittany shows listeners the various exercise and environmental changes that will aid in getting your cycles back and how you can learn to be the expert of your own body.

If you are tired of guessing your way through recovery and are ready to tackle your period with professional support, get on our Period Recovery Breakthrough waitlist to see if our program is the right support for you! 

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• Ready for period recovery coaching? Join the Period Recovery Breakthrough waitlist by June 5th to get exclusive discounts - and a bonus 1-on-1 call! 

In this week's short n' sweet episode, Brittany dives into some long-term and short-term effects of hypothalamic amenorrhea that may be negatively impacting your health. She also explains the role estrogen plays in women with HA and how your gut health symptoms may be connected to your missing periods.

If you are missing your period and want professional support in navigating how to get your menstrual cycle back, you might want to get on our waitlist for our next round of Period Recovery Breakthrough, starting July 2023! 

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• Download your free meal and snack guide for period recovery here!
• Ready for period recovery coaching? Get on the waitlist for the next round of our program

For Additional HA-Specific Episodes From Us, Check Out:

• Episode 20: Are You Hindering Your Own Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Recovery? | Spotify | Apple Pod
• Episode 24: The 5 Daily Habits You NEED to be Doing for HA Recovery | Spotify | Apple Pod

Sources Referenced:

• No Period. Now What? by Dr. Nicola J Rinaldi
• Meczekalski, B., Katulski, K., Czyzyk, A. et al. Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea and its influence on women’s health. J Endocrinol Invest 37, 1049–1056 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40618-014-0169-3

This guest episode features Bridgett Burrick Brown, founder of Beyond Beauty Project. During this inspiring and eye-opening interview, Brittany and Bridgett talk about how to reframe negative body thoughts, how to learn to befriend and be kind toward yourself, how powerful the unrealistic beauty standards in our world are, and so much more. Their conversation is vulnerable and honest and one you definitely don't want to miss out on!

Additional Links:

• Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
• Download your free meal and snack guide for period recovery here!
• Ready for period recovery coaching? Get on the waitlist for the next round of our program

To Learn More About Bridgett:

• Follow her on Instagram: @beyond.beauty.project
• Check out the Beyond Beauty Project website: beyondbeautyproject.com
• Get in touch with Bridgett at bridgett@beyondbeautyproject.com

With summer quickly approaching, Brittany dives into all things body image today! She starts this episode off by getting straight into body positivity and body neutrality, explaining the difference between them and how one will be a better foundation for body image than the other. Brittany also challenges our listeners to various summer body thoughts and encourages you to break through the barriers that may be preventing you from enjoying this sunny season to the fullest. Don't worry - she closes the episode out with actionable steps you can take ASAP to get you set up for success this summer. 

If you find this episode helpful, make sure to download it and share it with a friend who might also benefit from listening!

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• Check out the book or audiobook More Than a Body (By Lindsay and Lexie Kite, PhD)

In this Q&A episode, Brittany dives into some Instagram follower questions related to nutrition, exercise, and body image for those with hypothalamic amenorrhea. We explore topics including how much exercise is too much, what foods should be avoided or eaten more of during recovery, how to feel good in your body after recovering your period, as well as discussing when intuitive eating can play a role in your recovery journey!

If you found this Q&A style of episode beneficial and you'd like to hear more episodes like this in the future, shoot us a DM on Instagram and submit any questions you may have!

Additional Links:

• Join the waitlist for the next round of Period Recovery Breakthrough
• FREE Meal & Snack Guide for Recovery
• Follow us on Instagram and TikTok

This guest episode features Allie Landry, a fellow anti-diet dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. In this episode, we talk all about diet culture - what it is, how it shows up in your day-to-day life, and how it has evolved over time. We also discuss various aspects of intuitive eating including what it actually looks like vs. what it's made out to be, what can happen to your weight, and how to incorporate gentle nutrition into this approach. And if you have ever struggled with or wanted to learn more about body trust, make sure to hang around because we talk about that, too!

Additional Links:

• Get Your FREE Video Training on Overcoming Food Guilt and Stress!
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To Learn More About Allie:

• Follow her on Instagram: @make_life_peachy
• Follow her on TikTok: @makelifepeachy
• To get in contact with Allie, head over to her website: makelifepeachy.com
• Snag her 4 Steps to Food + Body Freedom free guide HERE! 

Sources Referenced:

• Intuitive Eating Book ⁠
• ⁠Intuitive Eating Audiobook⁠
• ⁠Intuitive Eating Workbook⁠
• ⁠Intuitive Eating for Every Day⁠