The Real Raw You Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Katie interviews Meredith Cochran. Meredith  is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for authentic conversations and high-quality craftsmanship. Meredith has a Cellular Molecular Biology, Electrophysiology, and Traditional Chinese Medicine background. She uses this experience to pursue her passion for preventive health and food-as-medicine. Meredith is an accomplished author and former CEO/founder of The Osso Good Co., which she grew to an omnichannel business model and millions in revenue. She is currently focused on her role as Founder/CEO of Shareable (www.meredithcochran.com), where she operates as a fractional marketing team for several CPG brands including one of the largest privately-owned businesses in the World (www.pasturebird.com) and her new startup, Tēthos (www.drinktethos.com), which focuses on sustainably sourced teas and na wines. In her spare time, she serves on the board for a nonprofit, Berry Good Food Foundation (www.berrygoodfood.org) aimed at solving food sovereignty in San Diego and Baja.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Overview of Meredith’s non-alcoholic wine company
• The inspiration behind creating a healthier wine option
• Meredith's transition from her previous career to entrepreneurship
• Key challenges faced in the startup process and how she overcame them
• Insights on how Meredith’s products align with a healthier lifestyle
• Discussion on the growing demand for non-alcoholic and healthy beverage options
• Tips and insights for those looking to start their own businesses
• The significance of perseverance and passion in entrepreneurship

Learn more about Tēthos and follow along to join in on the conversation:
 
https://www.instagram.com/drink.tethos/
https://drinktethos.com/

Struggling with IBS or chronic gut issues? Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice on fasting, supplements, and food sensitivities? This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity and actionable strategies for gut health. Join Katie and holistic gut health expert Morgan Lewis as they unravel the mysteries of gut healing and offer practical, personalized solutions.

If you’ve been grappling with digestive distress, food sensitivities, or the confusion of navigating wellness trends, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and expert advice. Morgan Lewis brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, discussing how everyday toxins, fasting practices, and supplement regimens can impact your gut health. Here’s what you can expect:

- Toxins and Your Body: Discover why what you put on your skin matters just as much as what you put in your body. Morgan explains how reducing toxic exposure from cosmetics and cleaning products can profoundly impact your health.

- Fasting Myths: Confused about fasting? Morgan breaks down the myths surrounding intermittent fasting and offers guidance on how to approach it based on your personal health and lifestyle.

- The Truth About Supplements: Are you taking supplements blindly because of what influencers recommend? Learn why personalized supplementation is crucial and how working with a knowledgeable practitioner can make all the difference.

- Food Sensitivity Testing: Is your food sensitivity test truly helping you? Find out why food sensitivities might be a symptom rather than the root cause and how to address them properly.

- Holistic Gut Healing: Explore Morgan’s holistic TPW approach, which integrates body, mind, and soul for a comprehensive gut healing journey.

Resources Mentioned:

- [Morgan’s Website]
-[Morgan’s Instagram]
-[Break Free From IBS Course]

Don’t miss out on this episode packed with expert advice and practical tips that could transform your gut health journey. Tune in to gain the knowledge and confidence to tackle your digestive issues head-on. 

If you have been dealing with low energy, weight gain around the midsection, or brain fog, this episode is for you. 

Weight loss has been packaged up by mainstream media and many healthcare providers as a “simple solution”: eat less, move your body, and you will be healed... but, it's unfortunately not that simple.

In this episode, we're diving deep into the role of cortisol in weight management, specifically tailored to women who are go-go-go. No fluff, just practical insights you can implement right away.

 Here's a quick preview of what you'll learn:

• Cortisol 101: Understanding the 'stress hormone' and its impact on your metabolism.
• The Cortisol-Weight Connection: How chronic stress may be affecting your waistline.
• Actionable Strategies: Real-life tips to balance hormones and regain control of your energy levels.

Ready to take charge of your well-being? Tune in to the full episode and start making positive changes today.

Enjoy the show!

Nimbus Hormone Kit- code: REALRAW10 for 10% off!
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If you constantly feel exhausted, anxious, or struggle with irregular periods, a hormonal imbalance is likely to blame. The most common hormonal imbalance is low levels of progesterone. 

Tune into this episode to learn all things progesterone: why it matters, how to recognize the signs of a hormone imbalance, and most importantly, what steps you can take to regain healthy hormone levels. 

Whether you are seeking to optimize your overall health, or achieve specific goals (such as conceiving or regulating your menstrual cycle again), understanding progesterone is a critical step towards doing exactly that. 

If you struggle with any of the following symptoms, this episode is one you do not want to miss: 

• Irregular (or absent) menstrual cycles
• PMS (mood swings, irritability, bloating, breast tenderness)
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Spotting between periods
• Mood swings

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We all know of the obvious signs you have an imbalanced gut -- bloating, gas, cramps, belching, and diarrhea. But what about the not so obvious signs such as fatigue, skin problems, or memory loss? The gut microbiome plays a role in nearly every single function of the human body- from weight loss, skin, immunity, energy levels, teeth, and more. This episode uncovers 5 sneaky signs that may not commonly be correlated to an unhealthy gut, but should be. 

Episode Highlights:

• An overview of the gut microbiome
• All of the major axis points in the body that are connected to the gut microbiome 
• 5 overlooked symptoms of an imbalanced gut 
• The 4 main common types of digestive distress
• How to test for the status of your gut health 
• Why probiotics might be making your gut imbalance worse

Enjoy the show!

Organic Acids Test I took here.
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In this episode of the Real Raw You podcast, Katie Duda dives into a crucial and often misunderstood phase of life that brings about significant hormonal changes and shifts in our well-being: post-partum, peri-menopause & menopause. Join in on this must-listen-to conversation as we explore what happens during this stage of life, how hormones like estrogen and progesterone play a pivotal role and the changes you should be making in diet, exercise, and lifestyle in order to optimize your well-being. 

Episode Highlights:

• How irregular/ absent cycles are like a tube of toothpaste running low
• The role of estrogen and progesterone 
• Why you can no longer do what you used to do when you had a cycle
• What’s happening with your hormones when you dont have a cycle 
• How to adapt your lifestyle, diet & exercise to work with your low levels of estrogen 
• Why HIIT exercise can lead to increased fat cell production
• How to Optimize Fat Loss + Muscle Gain With Low Estrogen 
• Tips for sleeping better
• The right type of exercise to lean into 
• What foods to add in, and which ones to avoid 
• Impact of High Cortisol and Insulin Resistance  

Enjoy the show!

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In this episode, we delve into a rarely discussed, but vital topic in the health space: balancing your emotional wellness otherwise known as emotional balance. 

Emotional balance refers to how toxic emotions (shame, guilt, bitterness, anger) lead to our physical reality. We cannot separate the mind and the body, as most conventional-based practices do today -- which is why we are experiencing a health epidemic. 66% of the population is overweight, and over 25% of the population has an autoimmune disease. Listen to learn about the profound impact that negative emotions have on your mental health and physical well-being and how to change your mindset to achieve the life you desire and deserve. 

If you find yourself experiencing the below negative emotions, this episode is exactly what you need to hear:

•Worry

•Rage

•Anger

•Hatred

•Guilt

•Doubt

•Irritation

•Frustration 

•Pessimism 

Episode Highlights:

• The deep connection between our emotions and physical well-being. 
• How our attitudes and expectations shape our environment
• How to create the life of your dreams
• How to become aware of your subconscious thoughts in order to break through barriers and step into the life of your dreams.
• How to take radical responsibility for your thoughts.
• Why you have failed to remain consistent with your health journey. 
• How genetics play such a minor role in our overall health, and how diet + lifestyle have the biggest impact on gene expression. 
• The 9 toxic emotions that are holding you back from experiencing the life you desire such as: anger, bitterness, resentment, disappointment and shame.
• How these emotions create a loop that is keeping you stuck + how to disrupt that loop in order to make change. 
• What these toxic emotions say about your current reality, and how to use them as a tool to heal.

Enjoy the show!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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Although surprising, stress is more than just a mental game. It also can have detrimental implications to the body and our physical wellbeing. Rather than accomplish the impossible and avoid stress all together, we can adapt and better equip our nervous system to respond and become more resilient to stress and anxiety. 

Episode Highlights: 

• How you can feel anxiety manifesting in the physical body
• My top tools that shut down anxiety in its tracks that you can access at any given time throughout the day
• The proper way to breathe + how to avoid making the biggest mistake I see when it comes to deep breathing (hint: if done incorrectly, in can actually cause more tension in the body!)
• Why to-do lists create more anxiety and what to do instead
• How proper tongue placement matters
• How to build up your resilience to stress, so that your body is better equipped to handle it

Enjoy the show!

Links mentioned in the show:

Hilma Products - use code: DITCHTHESCALE20 (my favorites are: gas + bloat & dairy + gluten digestive support)

Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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Believe it or not, experiencing debilitating PMS before/during your menstrual cycle is NOT normal.

While it may be incredibly common and normalized today, painful heavy periods, cramps, migraines, and moodiness and all symptoms of a hormonal imbalance. 

 Luckily, there is a way of living. called Cycle Syncing, that can completely change your life, balance your hormones, and have you feeling like your most vibrant, radiant + healthiest self!

The concept of cycle syncing is essentially adapting your lifestyle, diet, movement + mindset to the particular phase of the cycle that you are in so that you can work WITH your hormones rather than against them. 

Tune into today's episode to learn: 

• The 4 different phases of the menstrual cycle
• What hormone changes occur throughout the 4 different phases + how to optimize your diet, lifestyle + mindset accordingly
• A deep dive into each phase of cycle syncing to learn proper nutrition, exercise, social activities, and self-care practices that align with your body's natural rhythm
• The benefits of cycle syncing including increased energy levels, eradicating PMS, improved cognitive skills, and enhanced fertility awareness.
• Practical tops for cycle syncing – from tracking your cycle to adjusting exercise routines, tailoring nutrition, and adjusting your work and social calendar accordingly.

Links/Tools mentioned:

1. Beeya (easy, delicious, organic seeds to support the phase of your cycle)
2. Cycle tracking app

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How familiar are you with your overall metabolic health? 

Metabolic health is essentially your body's ability to make energy from the food that you eat and support optimal organ function. It starts with your metabolism, which is responsible for breaking down your foods and creating energy, rather than storing it as fat. 

 But, you don't have to have diabetes or be overweight to have poor metabolic health (as I discovered). You could be in your mid 30's and be a normal weight, and still consistently experience blood sugar spikes throughout the day from lifestyle, diet, or other factors. 

 Here are some symptoms that can be signs of poor metabolic health: 

• Low energy
• Erratic appetite 
• Unstable mood
• Joint or muscle pain 
• Poor sleep 
• Inability to lose stubborn weight

Regardless if weight loss is a goal or yours or not, this episode is a must if you are not familiar with your own metabolic health. Poor metabolic health is linked to 90% of all prevalent diseases today.

Topics discussed: 

• How stress affects blood sugar
• Why you need to care about your metabolic health
• How to test your metabolic health with simple blood work
• Symptoms of poor Metabolic Health
• Why fasting can still lead to high blood sugar
• The dangers of low-carb diets as it relates to blood sugar + muscle loss
• How insulin sensitivity can cause Type 2 Diabetes even in thin people
• Why weight loss always has a blood sugar component 
• Tips for optimizing your blood sugar

Enjoy the show!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

Curious to learn more about Blood Sugar? Listen to my episode on Blood Sugar here.

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