Quiet the Diet

Is your body’s internal chemistry sabotaging your sleep? In this episode Quiet the Diet, host Michelle Shapiro explores hidden causes of insomnia, from histamine intolerance to hormone imbalances, and shares practical strategies for improving sleep quality, drawing from both her personal experience and client stories.

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• The struggle of overcoming severe insomnia through addressing histamine intolerance, and how his...

What if your hypothyroidism isn’t the root problem, but rather a symptom of something bigger happening in your body? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes functional nutritionist Abby Hueber to discuss common misconceptions about hypothyroidism, the link between thyroid function and weight loss resistance, and the role of holistic health practices in supporting metabolic and thyroid health.

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• The inc...

Are you overcomplicating your weight loss journey with trendy diets and misinformation? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle Shapiro sits down with Dr. Allan Bacon to debunk common weight loss myths, exploring the roles of calories, stress, hormones, and emotional eating in achieving sustainable fat loss.

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• How influencers often present fragmented nutrition information, missing the bigger picture. [00:01:28]
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How can you prioritize your health without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Illie of Live Healthillie to discuss her personal health journey, the impact of processed products on our bodies, and how to live a balanced, informed, and low-tox life. 

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• Illie’s background growing up with a diet focused on convenience foods and how her athleticism maske...

Is your water doing more harm than good when it comes to hydration? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, host Michelle welcomes Amanda Montalvo, a registered dietitian and mineral expert, to discuss the critical role of minerals in hydration and overall health, including common myths about hydration, the importance of sodium and potassium, and practical advice on optimizing mineral intake for better energy, digestion, and cellular fu...

Wondering why perimenopause is suddenly a hot topic and how it could be affecting you? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes back friends Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well to dive deep into the topic of perimenopause and menopause, discussing why this phase of life is crucial for women’s health, how it impacts various aspects of their wellbeing, and what steps women can take to navigate these changes effectively. 

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Do you struggle to say “no”, even when it means compromising your health? Is people-pleasing draining your energy and leaving you feeling depleted? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle and Nicki discuss the impact of people-pleasing tendencies on health, how to set boundaries, and the importance of self-care and self-advocacy. 

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• What “sociotrophy” is, and its roots in placing value on relationships over per...

Did you know that not all proteins are created equal, and that amino acids may be the real game-changer when it comes to your diet? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Angelo Keely, Co-founder of Kion, to explore the essential role of protein and amino acids in human health, with an emphasis on optimizing protein intake for muscle maintenance, weight loss, and overall vitality.

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• The basics o...

You may know that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, but how do they affect your overall health? In the latest episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle interviews J Gulinello about the critical roles of mitochondria, glutathione, and glyphosate in health, exploring how these elements impact chronic illness and overall well-being.

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• The functions of mitochondria, and their importance beyond just e...

How does stress impact your hormone health, and what can you do about it? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle is joined by close friend and colleague, Jillian Greaves, to discuss the intricacies of functional medicine, with a particular focus on functional lab tests like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing.

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• What the differences are between conventional and functional lab tests, including the comprehensive ...

What if understanding your trauma could unlock a new path to better health? In this episode, Michelle hosts Tim Frie to discuss the profound impact of trauma on health, particularly its biochemical implications and the intersection of trauma with nutrition.

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• Understanding the fragmented nature of discussions about trauma online, touching on both biological and psychological aspects [9:17]
• What trauma means in the c...

How do we bridge the world of body positivity and functional nutrition? In this episode, Michelle and Nicki tackle the complex and controversial relationship between diet culture, disordered eating, and functional nutrition.

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• How labeling weight loss behaviors as diet culture can hinder starting healthy changes [8:07]
• Social media’s role in driving fear of disordered eating from health behaviors [11:12]
• T...

Managing dizziness starts with understanding its root causes. Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor turned hypermobility coach, joins Michelle to explore different causes of dizziness, its impact on daily life, and practical solutions for managing and alleviating symptoms.

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• Understanding the distinction between vertigo and other types of dizziness [8:18]
• Key symptoms of peripheral vertigo versus central dizziness and the...

Have you ever wished testing existed that could give you insight on how to live a longer, healthier life?  Dr. Gil Blander, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Inside Tracker, joins Michelle to discuss the impact of genetics and lifestyle on longevity, and how we can optimize our health through targeted testing and interventions.

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• How a personal loss at age twelve sparked Dr. Blander’s interest in st...

Are your daily habits undermining your health? Ever wondered if your detox routine might actually be harmful or questioned the effectiveness of your supplements? Dr. John Kim, a functional medicine pharmacist and advocate for holistic health, joins Michelle to discuss how detox, drainage, and addressing environmental impacts can lead to optimal health.

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• Dr. Kim's transition from traditional to functional medi...

Feeling stuck in fight or flight? Do you struggle with managing stress in your daily life? Can somatic practices really transform your mental health? Christine Coen, movement coach and holistic dietitian, joins Michelle to discuss how learning to connect with your body not only helps in coping with immediate stress but also enhances long-term emotional resilience.

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• Christine's transition from a conv...

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This may be the most vulnerable episode of Quiet the Diet yet. Michelle is sharing her own story of living in a highly sensitive body and navigating mystery symptoms that left her searching for answers after the typical treatment protocols not only didn't work but made things worse. If you've ever felt hopeless when it comes to your health and feel like you're in an informatio...

A radical overhaul is needed in the dietetics field. Shyla Cadogan, RD, LDN, a recent University of Maryland graduate and fresh dietitian joins Michelle to discuss the evolving role of dietitians in public and digital spaces, challenging the normalization of processed foods, and the importance of a balanced, individualized approach to nutrition.

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• Shyla's education journey in dietetics and her personal evoluti...

Can hypnotherapy really alter the physical sensations in your gut? Claire Hall, research lead at Mindset Health, joins Michelle to discuss gut-directed hypnotherapy for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how their app, Nerva, provides an innovative mangement option that's challenging traditional dietary restrictions and shaping the future of gut health management.

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• What is gut-directed hypnotherapy and ...