Did you know that it can be more difficult to lose weight if your hormones are out of balance? Having excess levels of estrogen could be why your weight loss is slowing down or why you're having difficulty losing weight altogether. Listen in to Dishing Up Nutrition as we discuss some lifestyle factors that might be causing you to have increased estrogen.
Oct 8
Eating for POTS: What to Eat (and Avoid) - Ask a Nutritionist
Can what you eat and drink affect POTS symptoms? Registered dietitian Teresa Wagner explains how nutrition can play a role in managing postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), including the importance of hydration, electrolytes, balanced blood sugar, and meal timing. Lea ... Show More
21m 16s
Oct 5
What Nutritionists Do for Cold and Flu Season
What do nutritionists actually do when they feel a cold coming on? Registered dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent share the foods, supplements, and everyday habits they rely on during cold and flu season. Learn how protein, colorful vegetables, healthy fats, hydration, ... Show More
39m 2s
Oct 1
Is Canned Meat Healthy? - Ask a Nutritionist
Is canned meat healthy, or should you leave it on the shelf? Registered dietitian Britni Vincent explains how simple canned proteins like chicken, tuna, salmon, and sardines can be nutritious, convenient alternatives to fresh meat. Learn how to read ingredient lists, distinguish ... Show More
18m 56s
May 2023
Is Hormonal Imbalance The Cause Of Your Resistance To Weight Loss?
This episode is brought to you by LMNT and Athletic Greens. I often hear from patients, “I’ve hit a stubborn weight-loss plateau; even though I seem to be doing everything right, like eating the right foods and exercising, I’m not losing weight. How can I overcome that obstacle?” ... Show More
22m 49s
Jul 2025
The Hormone-Weight Connection No One Talks About
Calories tell only half the story. In this episode I uncover the real drivers of stubborn fat, cravings, and stalled muscle: estrogen, cortisol, insulin, and leptin. Learn how these four hormones decide whether you burn fat or store it, and hear the food, stress, training, lab, a ... Show More
39m 13s
Oct 2022
What to Eat, When to Eat, and Why for Hormone Balance
When your hormones are out of balance, those imbalances can impact your mood, weight, sleep, stress, normal blood sugar metabolism, and much more. In this episode, JJ shows you how to get your hormones to work for you so you can lose weight and feel better. You’ll learn why sugar ... Show More
20m 10s
Feb 2024
The Shocking Truth About Hormones and Weight Loss Over 40
If metabolism doesn’t slow down til your 60s, why can’t you lose weight now? Look no further than your hormones. These messengers control hunger, how much fat you hold onto, where you store it, how hard it is to burn it, and so much more. In this episode, I’m explaining which hor ... Show More
20m 33s