The Truth About PCOS & Thyroid Health with Functional Dietitian Lauren Papanos

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#471: Today Registered Dietitian Lauren Papanos joins us! Lauren is a published nutrition researcher, and the founder of Functional Fueling Nutrition, a virtual private nutrition coaching practice that empowers high-performing women to go from frustrated to thriving with individualized solutions for PCOS, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and other hormonal imbalances.

Lauren shares her journey from competitive cheerleading to her own health crash to becoming a leading expert in functional nutrition and hormone health. We dive into the unique challenges faced by high-performing individuals, the importance of understanding metabolic health, and the intricacies of hormonal imbalances like PCOS and thyroid issues. Lauren also highlights the significance of advanced testing, addresses the role of stress in health, and examines the impact of nutrient deficiencies.

Whether you're navigating hormone issues or seeking to optimize your health through functional nutrition, Lauren provides clear, data-driven insights to cut through the wellness noise. Discover how to understand what’s truly happening in your body and empower yourself to heal from within.

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