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The Functional Fueling® Podcast

Lauren Papanos
Nutrition
Fertility
Insulin Resistance
Inflammation
Functional Medicine
Cortisol
Hormones
Hormonal Balance
Thyroid Function
Women's Health
Hormonal Imbalance
Gut Health
Progesterone
Pregnancy
Thyroid Hormones
PCOS
Mitochondria
Thyroid
Mitochondrial Dysfunction
Mental Health

The Functional Fueling® Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join us every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods.Inquire to work wit... more

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Latest Episodes

Are Seed Oils Really Harmful? The Truth Behind the Headlines with Cherie Calbom

A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇

• Why seed oils have become one of the most debated topics in nutrition

• The history of seed oils & how they entered ... more

[The LOdown] The Strategy Behind My Daily Meals & Grocery Shopping

A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇

• What my weekly meal planning routine actually looks like

• How I balance intentional nutrition, ease, and real life as a busy mo... more

Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt

In this episode of the Functional Fueling® Podcast, Lauren sits down with John Neustadt to discuss the often-overlooked factors driving osteopenia, osteoporos... more

[The LOdown] The Truth About Healing Timelines for Thyroid, Fertility & Autoimmunity

A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇

• The realistic root cause healing timelines for menstrual cycle recovery, immune dysregulation, infertility and ... more

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John Neustadt, ND
Medical doctor and author focused on bone health and osteoporosis
NBI Health (nbihealth.com)
Episode: Episode 148: Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt
John Douillard
Ayurvedic physician, educator, author
Lifespa/LifeSupply
Episode: Episode 146: How to Stop Mouth Breathing with Dr. Douillard
Ramona Brennan
Guest expert discussing perinatal labs and interpretation
(mentioned as collaborator with Lauren)
Episode: Episode 143: Why Most Pregnancy Lab Work Falls Short (And What Women Actually Need)
Dr. Nathan S. Bryan
Nitric Oxide scientist
N101 / NitricOxide science advocate
Episode: Episode 142: The Molecule That Supports Blood Flow, Hormones, and Fertility with Dr. Bryan
Jay Campbell
Author of Metabolic Awakening and expert on peptides
Bio Longevity Labs (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: Episode 139: Microdosing Peptides for Chronic Illness with Jay Campbell
Romana Brennan
Guest expert discussing prolactin and related physiology
Episode: Episode 137: Prolactin: Understanding High Levels & Prolactinomas with Romana
Dr. Sam Shay
Doctor of chiropractic medicine and functional medicine practitioner
drsamshay.com / Fitness Genes (fitgenesusa.com)
Episode: Episode 135: Understanding MTHFR & Methylation for Fertility & Chronic Illness with Dr. Sam Shay
Ronit Menasha
Co-founder of WeNatal and expert in prenatal health
WeNatal
Episode: Episode 133: Fertility Over 35: The Prenatal Supplement Roadmap for Women + Men with WeNatal Co-Founder
Ayla Barmer
Founder of Fullwell Fertility and registered dietitian with a background in clinical practice specializing in fertility.
Fullwell Fertility
Episode: Episode 128: Micronutrients, Probiotics & Prenatals for Fertility & Pregnancy w/ Ayla Barmer, Fullwell Fertility

Host

Lauren Papanos
Host with expertise in functional nutrition and hormone health; practitioner and educator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Helped me understand my bloodwork!

    I found Lauren on IG then began to listen to her podcast! She does an amazing job breaking down complex topics around hormones in a way that actually makes sense. She dives into health and wellness topics your typical practitioner doesn’t discuss with you and more importantly, gives practical, natural ways to support healing through diet and lifestyle modifications. You can tell she’s knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about helping people feel their best. I always enjoy listening and c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EastCoastMichele
    United States2 months ago
  • Super helpful

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for a year now. To say I’ve learned so much is an understatement!! I love how Lauren dives into the details and labs and the often missed pieces of hormone health. It’s both so fascinating and fascinating practically helpful. I recommend this podcast to all my hormone healing friends 💖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brookie Mascari
    United States2 months ago
  • So helpful and enlightening!

    I’ve been listening for over a year and love how Lauren explains things so clearly - it’s been really helpful in my own healing journey and I’ve shared the podcast links with multiple friends and family members!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HanRBlank
    United States2 months ago
  • A fresh resource

    Lauren offers a fresh outlook on subjects that aim to improve our physical and mental health. She delivers well researched opinions and allows you to make your own choices. Such a great voice in this field

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kmk255
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Long time listener and supporter of this podcast and it only gets better with each season! I’ve gained so much knowledge that I can apply to everyday life. If you want to understand the “why” behind why your body may be doing something funky or different than before, Lo just might have a good explanation for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nkp089
    United States2 months ago

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Guests and host together are described as knowledgeable and deeply helpful for healing journeys.
Audiences appreciates science-backed content and practical lab interpretation.
Listener comments repeatedly praise accessibility and actionable hormone guidance.

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Episode 148: Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt
Q: What role does thyroid, cortisol, and other hormones play in bone health?
Thyroid hormones, cortisol, melatonin, and even serotonin influence bone remodeling and strength. Suboptimal sleep, chronic stress, or hormonal imbalances can accelerate bone loss over time, indicating the need for a multi-hormonal assessment.
Episode 148: Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt
Q: Why might a bone density test not be enough to predict fractures?
Bone density tests measure mineral density but do not capture bone quality, including collagen content and overall bone matrix strength; fractures often occur despite relatively normal density due to factors like collagen integrity and microarchitecture.
Episode 146: How to Stop Mouth Breathing with Dr. Douillard
Q: Can most people nose-breathe effectively during high-intensity exercise, and what can be done about it?
During high-intensity work, nose breathing may be challenging, but with graded breathing techniques that start with five minutes of nasal breathing and progressive exertion, along with rib cage and diaphragmatic mobilization, athletes can train to maintain a calmer breathing pattern and better performance.
Episode 146: How to Stop Mouth Breathing with Dr. Douillard
Q: What is mouth breathing and why does it matter for health and performance?
Mouth breathing disrupts the diaphragm's function, shifts the nervous system toward sympathetic dominance, reduces HRV, and impairs lymphatic and hormonal delivery. Nose breathing supports diaphragmatic movement, calm autonomic balance, and better oxygen utilization, which translates into lower perceived effort during exercise and improved recovery.
Episode 142: The Molecule That Supports Blood Flow, Hormones, and Fertility with Dr. Bryan
Q: What are the risks of arginine supplementation in people with heart disease?
Arginine can worsen outcomes in some heart disease patients, including those who've had a previous heart attack, so it should not be routinely used as a nitric oxide booster in that population.

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1. John Neustadt, ND
2. John Douillard
3. Ramona Brennan
4. Dr. Nathan S. Bryan
5. Jay Campbell
6. Romana Brennan
7. Dr. Sam Shay
8. Ronit Menasha

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