In this deeply personal solo episode, MBM host and Integrative Health Coach Helene Kusman, shares the episode she wishes had existed while going through the challenges of growing her family.

Through both personal reflection on her own struggles and professional insight as a health coach, she offers tools, mindset shifts, and strategies to help women navigate the emotionally heavy load of fertility struggles and pregnancy loss.

Helene shares:

-How to find community and connection to feel supported

-How to navigate vulnerability and activating your network

-When to set boundaries with social media

-The mindset and spiritual shifts that can support your healing

-Why letting go of control can bring peace and clarity

-How to advocate for yourself and make empowered decisions about your care

-Balancing staying busy with space for self-care

-Ways to hold space for both grief and hope

If you’re walking this path right now, Helene’s words will comfort you and remind you that you are not alone and will find light again.

Neuroscientist and mom of three Dr. Cindy Hovington, founder of Curious Neuron, joins Helene to unpack how your nervous system influences your energy, patience and relationships as a mom. Learn evidence-based tools to manage stress, understand your emotional triggers and become the regulated leader your family needs.

We cover:

This conversation is packed with relatable insights and neuroscience-backed strategies to help you move from overwhelm to calm, reconnect with your body and model emotional resilience for your family.

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Connect with Dr. Cindy Hovington @curious_neuron, listen to the Reflective Parenting Podcast and join the Reflective Parenting Program

Full episode webpage here

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Are you overwhelmed with nutrition and fitness advice and lost with how to make it work for busy mom life? MBM host and Integrative Nutrition and Fitness Coach Helene Kusman walks you through designing a realistic and sustainable nutrition and fitness plan that works with your life, not against it.

You’ll learn how to:

-Prioritize nutrition essentials like protein, blood sugar balance, fiber and micronutrients

-Build energizing, nourishing meals that fuel your body (plus how to make them work for the whole family)

-Create a personalized workout plan you actually enjoy and follow through with

-Discover the secret to routines that last so you finally see the results you desire and deserve

Helene also shares insights from her own health journey, including what she learned from wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and her game changing mindset shift around family meals.

If you’re ready for more support, Helene’s new 12-Week Transformation Health Coaching Program is designed to help moms build strength, energy and confidence with personalized nutrition and fitness for busy lives. Learn more and book a free 15 minute call with Helene here.

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Dr. Chauweda Smith, a licensed mental health therapist, certified personal trainer and owner of Total Life Counseling—to explore the mindset, boundaries and systems busy moms need to make health and fitness a sustainable, enjoyable part of life.

We discuss:

-The connection between mindset, confidence and fitness

If you’re tired of conflicting advice about food, workouts, and wellness, this episode will set the record straight. Helene shares 3 myths that hold moms back from their health goals and how to re-think everything you’ve been told by the wellness industry. 

You’ll learn:

-Why focusing on calories can actually sabotage your health goals (even for weight loss) and what to focus on instead

-The truth about workout length — and why shorter sessions can be optimal

-What you need to know about popular wellness products and the bio hacking movement 

-Simple, sustainable strategies to support energy, hormone balance and body re-composition

Join Helene for a free interactive live workshop: Nutrition and Fitness Made Simple for Busy Moms. Save your free spot here: www.helenekusman.com/webinar

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Clinical Psychologist and Couples Therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish joins the show to explore the realities of relationships after having kids. We dive into navigating conflict and resentment, rebuilding intimacy and redefining what sex and connection look like amidst the overwhelm of parenting. If you’ve ever wondered how to reignite connection, joy and playfulness in your relationship after kids, this episode is for you!

We discuss:

-Why parents of young children spend just 30 minutes a week connecting (and how to change that)

-Simple rituals to reconnect with your partner in 5 minutes or less

-How to divide tasks fairly and avoid resentment

-Six different types of intimacy—and why sex is just one of them

-Ways to reignite desire and explore sex after kids without pressure

-Tips for managing in-laws and extended family as a couple

-How to set boundaries that help you stay connected

-How to know when couples therapy or other supports might help

Dr. Tracy also shares her own motherhood story, including miscarriage, a surprise c-section, marriage challenges and how those experiences shaped her work supporting couples today.

Whether you’re struggling with communication, longing for more intimacy, or just want to strengthen your relationship with your partner, this episode is packed with practical tools you can start using right away!

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Download your free Mind Body Mother Guided Relaxations

Connect Dr. Tracy on Instagram and drtracyd.com

Check out Dr. Tracy’s book and More than Roommates Challenge

Full episode webpage

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In this solo episode, Mind Body Mother Host and Integrative Nutrition and Fitness Coach Helene Kusman shares why high-protein lunches are essential for moms who want more energy, fewer cravings and better mood stability throughout the day. She breaks down how much protein you actually need and 5 mom-life-friendly lunch ideas you can make without spending hours in the kitchen.

If you find yourself skipping lunch, snacking all day, or crashing hard in the afternoon—this episode will give your practical tips for sustainable nutrition changes that support your health goals.

You'll learn:

• How to figure out how much protein you need based on your hormones, activity level and health goals

• How to incorporate more fiber including Helene’s favorite high fiber foods

• 5 quick and realistic high-protein lunch ideas that don’t require much prep work

• Helene’s favorite adaptogenic superfoods for a midday energy boost or stress support

• Shortcuts to prepping lunches that don’t require a cumbersome weekly “meal prep” process

For more nutrition tips for mom-life, follow ⁠@HeleneKusman⁠ and connect with the ⁠@MindBodyMotherPodcast ⁠community

Learn more about 1:1 Nutrition and Fitness Coaching with Helene here

Get 30% off and a free $60 gift at Thrive Market here

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Physical therapist, founder of Sergent Wellness and mom Dr. Julie Sergent joins the show to discuss how to stay active, strong, and pain-free—long-term. We dive into the connection between stress, sleep, and pain that often impacts moms. Julie shares her expertise on how strength training is an important tool for recovery and how to realistically add more movement to life with kids.

Julie also opens up about her divorce when her daughter was five years old and how she’s found success in navigating co-parenting. Whether you are currently recovering an injury, addressing chronic pain or want insight on preventing both while incorporating a fitness routine, this episode is for you!

We discuss:

-The connection between stress, sleep, and chronic pain or recurring injuries

-Simple, sustainable habits that prevent injury and reduce pain

-How to realistically add movement into your daily mom or work life

-Why more movement—not less—may help your injury recovery

-The critical role of strength training in both healing and injury prevention

-How to reframe pain to reduce fear and take back control of your body

-Strength training for mental health, energy, and longevity

-Motherhood as a motivator: prioritizing yourself for long-term health

-When and how to resolve pain on your own versus when to see a PT

-Innovative recovery therapies like dry needling and PEMF

-Navigating the emotional and logistical challenges of divorce and co-parenting

-How to organize and schedule self-care as a busy mom

Listen in for actionable tools to help you reconnect to your body, your strength, and your self-care!

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Download your free Mind Body Mother Guided Relaxations

Connect Dr. Julie Sergent on Instagram, YouTube and https://www.sergentwellness.com/

Book an appointment with Dr. Julie Sergent here

Full episode webpage here

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Registered Dietitian Lily Nichols is the author of the #1 bestselling book on prenatal nutrition, Real Food for Pregnancy. She joins Helene to shed light on what’s missing from the conventional conversation around fertility and pregnancy nutrition.

From the controversial topic of methylated folate vs. folic acid and MTHFR mutations to animal vs. plant protein and egg quality, Lily brings a science-backed, evidence based perspective on what women deserve to know—but often aren’t told—about optimizing conception and pregnancy outcomes.

We cover:

-What’s missing from conventional fertility and pregnancy nutrition advice

-When and how to start optimizing your diet for fertility

-What you need to know about egg quality and nutrition

-Types of folate including methylated folate vs. folic acid and MTHFR mutations

-How protein sources including legumes, meat and meat substitutes measure up when it comes to hormone health, PCOS, and ovulatory function

-The predatory side of the prenatal supplement industry and Lily’s insight on high quality options

-The truth about vitamin levels like iron and vitamin D in pregnancy

-How motherhood has shaped Lily’s work, balancing her career and mom life and her self-care practices

Whether you're trying to conceive, already pregnant, or preparing for the future, this episode is packed with the specific guidance from a knowledgeable expert you’ve been craving.

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Get 10% off Helene’s Pre+Postnatal Yoga Series here with code: MOTHER

Connect with Lily Nichols RD and learn more at lilynicholsRDN.com.

Full episode show notes here

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In this solo episode, MBM host Helene Kusman shares a non-judgmental guide for drinking less or quitting alcohol in a way that feels aligned with your health goals, lifestyle and the realities of motherhood.

Helene walks you through practical strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life examples that can help you rethink your relationship with alcohol. Whether you want to sleep better, reduce anxiety, support hormone balance or just feel more like yourself, this episode offers actionable insights to support your decision—without guilt or shame.

You’ll learn:

-How to identify your "why" and build motivation to drink less

-How to design your environment (your “where”) to support and not sabotage your goals

-The role of community and relationships (your “who”) in staying aligned

-How to realistically cut back alcohol little by little over time

-The power of the crowding out method to replace alcohol with better-feeling drinks and rituals

-How to reimagine social events with less or no alcohol

-Ways to prepare your home, plan ahead, and set realistic goals

-Why there’s no “perfect” time to start—and how to take action now

Looking for support with your health goals? Get on the waitlist for a Free Health Coaching Session with Helene

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For more on alcohol and motherhood listen to Episode 5: Exploring Alcohol, Mental Health, and Your Motherhood Experience with Samantha Perkins

NOTE: This episode is intended for cutting back on or stopping drinking in the absence of addiction. If you are looking for support for addiction for you or someone you know, seek professional support and see resources below:

-SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

-NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Resources

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Dr. Ana’Necia Williams, founder and Clinical Director of Momology Maternal Wellness Club, joins the podcast to redefine self-care through the phases of motherhood from pre-conception to empty nesting.

We discuss how to rethink self care on a deeper level by healing your inner child, unpacking generational trauma, learning how to ask for support, and creating space to rediscover who you are outside of your role as a mom.

With her expertise in maternal mental health and generational healing alongside lived experience as a mother who has navigated the challenges of single parenting and seeking community support, Dr. Williams has a wealth of personal and professional expertise on how to prioritize meaningful self-care as a busy mom.

We cover:

-How to build connections and find a supportive community

-How to identify your needs and ask for support

-Understanding generational trauma and when to work with a therapist

-Tips for rediscovering yourself after having kids

-How to make an effective self-care plan that includes physical, mental, social and spiritual self-care

-Misconceptions around and barriers to self-care for moms

-Dr. William’s humbling experience of finding support in affording housing, formula and navigating single parenting

-Navigating the challenges of raising middle and high school children including social media and tough conversations

-Teaching the importance of self care to your children

Whether you’re trying to conceive, raising teenagers, or rediscovering yourself after years of burnout, this episode is a must-listen to make authentic self-care a top priority.

Join the waitlist for a free health coaching session with Helene here

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Follow Dr. Ana’Necia Williams @drmomologist on social media and at www.momologymwclub.com

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Dr. Anjali Dsouza, a board certified integrative and functional medicine doctor who specializes in women’s health and hormones joins the show to discuss optimizing metabolic health from the reproductive years to perimenopause and beyond.

We get into why only 12% of Americans are metabolically healthy and how even those at a “normal” weight may be unknowingly dealing with insulin resistance or chronic inflammation. If you’ve ever felt confused about cholesterol, intermittent fasting, or how to prevent metabolic disease, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and action steps you can start using today.

We cover:

This conversation is your complete guide to taking proactive control of your metabolic health as a woman—through every stage of the motherhood journey.

Join the waitlist for a free health coaching session with Helene here

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Follow Dr. Dsouza on Instagram @anjalidsouzamd, and send her a DM to join her free monthly newsletter—a practical, action-oriented resource for women ready to take charge of their health.

Episode show notes here

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that so many busy moms struggle with—how to build a consistent workout routine, stay motivated, and finally start seeing real results. Whether your goals are physical, mental, or a combination of both, this episode will guide you through practical steps to create a routine that actually sticks and leads to change.

From battling exhaustion and self-doubt to finding time in your unpredictable schedule, we cover it all—plus the mindset shifts, strategies, and accountability tools that will support your wellness journey long-term. You’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to build a fitness routine that works for your life, body, and goals.

What you’ll learn in this Episode:

-How to define your personal fitness goals—without self-judgement or external pressures

-Why motivation must come first, how to cultivate it and feel excited to workout

-How to determine if a new workout or fitness routine is a good fit for you

-Practical strategies for creating a workout schedule that works with mom life

-How to overcome common consistency hurdles like childcare, exhaustion and hectic schedules

-The role of mindset and real talk about how to move through self-doubt

-Guided exercise and journaling practice for how to set authentic and aligned workout goals

-How to track your progress and know if your routine is working

-Troubleshooting consistent workout routines that are not leading to results

-How to tweak your workout routine to improve your results

This episode will help you to hit the ground running with a workout routine that can help you finally achieve the results you both desire and deserve!

Join the waitlist for a free health coaching session with Helene ⁠here⁠

Connect with ⁠Helene⁠ and the ⁠Mind Body Mother Community⁠!

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

In today’s episode, Psychodynamic Therapist, Friendship Educator and toddler mom Blake Blankenbecler joins me for an honest conversation on all things friendship in motherhood. We discuss how to both maintain existing friendships and cultivate new aligned relationships as a busy mom. Blake shares her journey of moving around a lot, going through infertility and how to navigate friendships through challenging seasons of life.

Whether you struggle with balancing time for friends with the overwhelm of motherhood or are desperately craving building community and connection with other moms, this episode is packed with valuable insights and next steps!

We discuss:

• Tips for balancing time for your primary relationships and friendships

• How to find aligned friends in motherhood

• Blake’s top two criteria for identifying healthy, supportive friendships

• What research says your “inner circle” should look like

• How to figure out when a friendship is worth the effort

• Navigating conflict and hard conversations

• Handling unsolicited advice and comparison

• The truth about vulnerability in friendships

• Finding friends in a new city or new season of life

• Friendship through infertility, grief, and challenging times

This conversation is full of insight on cultivating and nourishing relationships with the friends who are truly aligned with your most authentic self!

Skip the waitlist and become a Function Health member testing 100+ biomarkers and receiving interpreted results from top doctors, use code: HTRAGERKUSMAN10 or click here. 

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In today’s episode, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack breaks down how to understand and optimize your overall health using your menstrual cycle as a vital sign. We discuss how to use cycle charting to both get pregnant when it’s desired and avoid pregnancy when it’s not. Lisa is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, and the author of The Fifth Vital Sign and Real Food for Fertility. She also hosts the Fertility Fridays podcast with over 4 million downloads. This conversation dives deep into the practical tools behind tracking your cycle to optimize your health, hormones and fertility.

In this episode, you'll learn:

-Why your menstrual cycle is a powerful window into your overall health

-The link between your cycle and conditions like PCOS, Endometriosis, Osteoporosis and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

-How to understand your cervical mucous, cycle charting and the Sympto-Thermal Method

-Practical ways to identify your fertile window and time sex based on your goals whether you’re trying to conceive or avoid pregnancy

-How Fertility Awareness compares to other forms of birth control

-Debunking myths we were taught in sex ed—and what the science really says about your body

-How often to have sex during your fertile window for conception based on the research

-Nutrition and lifestyle tips for preconception and hormonal optimization

-Lisa’s personal journey through miscarriage, motherhood, and having three children

-Lisa's self-care including nourishing herself and family with nutrient dense organ meats and home cooking inspired by her Caribbean roots

Whether you're looking to better understand your cycle, support your fertility, or move away from hormonal birth control, this conversation is full of practical insight and wisdom you won’t want to miss.

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Full episode webpage here

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Connect with Lisa @fertilityfriday and fertilityfriday.com

Read Lisa’s books The Fifth Vital Sign and Real Food For Fertility

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

The tens of thousands of chemicals we are surrounded by impact our hormones, nervous systems, gut health, weight, metabolism and countless health outcomes. They also of course impact our children's health and development from the time they are in utero, so there is a lot of motivation as moms to really understand and avoid them.  Listen to 3 women's health doctors on what you need to know about environmental toxins, endocrine disruptors and forever chemicals. You’ll hear how they impact our health and action steps from MBM host Helene Kusman on how to realistically and affordably avoid or eliminate them. 

Listen to today’s episode for:

-Family Physician and Midwife Dr Aviva Romm’s breakdown on how to understand the chemicals in our environment, their impact on our health and realistic advice for moms on a budget

-OBGYN/Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Natalie Crawford’s explanation of environmental toxins like forever chemicals and specific steps we can take to avoid them

-Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap on finding non-toxic personal care products and how she selects cleaner options with her daughters. 

-How to balance finding both clean and effective personal care products like shampoo and laundry detergent for the whole family

-Non-toxic kitchenware swaps and how to transition affordably over time

-Tips for food prep and storage to reduce toxin exposure from baby bottles to cups, lunchboxes and beyond

-How to figure out what’s in your local water

-How to shop for meat, seafood, produce and processed foods that are cleaner without breaking the bank

-Tips for transitioning to non-toxic cleaning supplies including hacks for DIY and getting your moneys worth

If you want to better understand environmental toxins and how to realistically and affordably eliminate or avoid them as a busy mom, this episode is for you!

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Get 30% off and a free $60 gift at Thrive Market here

Shop for Helene’s favorite non-toxic stainless steel lunch/snack boxes and kids cups here

Access the Environmental Working Group’s databases here

Connect with Dr. Aviva Romm, Dr. Natalie Crawford and Dr. Corina Dunlap

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Erica Djossa is the founder and CEO of Momwell, a Registered Psychotherapist and mom of 3. You may know her from her viral motherhood graphics on Instagram or book, Releasing the Motherload. In today's conversation, Erica gives practical tools for avoiding burnout and reducing the overwhelm of motherhood by managing the mental load. She breaks down how to work with your partner, set boundaries and get support to finally stop struggling and enjoy motherhood more.

We discuss:

-How to work with your partner and support system to effectively help with the mental load

-Tips for releasing the load to others including finding “tolerable common standards”

-How to spot mental health red flags for yourself and your partner

-When to choose individual versus couples therapy to work through relationship issues

-How therapy can help through motherhood from TTC to birth trauma, pregnancy, postpartum, returning to work and parenting challenges

-Understanding mom guilt and how to avoid shame spirals

-Misconceptions about parenting that cause unrealistic expectations

-How to build self-compassion and trust as a mom

-Erica’s experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, undiagnosed ADHD and parenting a neurodivergent child

If you feel overwhemed with the mental load of motherhood and know it’s time to make a change to create more time and energy for your family and yourself, you will love this conversation with Erica!

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Episode webpage here

Get 30% off and a free $60 gift at Thrive Market here

You can find Erica Djossa on Instagram, Facebook and listen to her Podcast

Visit Momwell.com for courses, therapy and Erica’s book Releasing the Motherload

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Co-Owner of Bluegrass Doulas, Rebecca Mercer shares intimate details of the surrogacy journey from her perspective as a gestational carrier. From the serendipitous moment of connecting with the intended parents on Facebook to multiple rounds of IVF, miscarriage, and a D and C, the path was anything but linear on the road to a healthy baby. Rebecca opens up about the unexpected challenges of surrogacy including the traumatic birth that was far from the dream she had spent her entire life romanticizing. If you’ve always wondered what happens behind the scenes of surrogacy, this episode is for you!

We discuss:

-The process of connecting with the intended parents, selection, paper work and initial logistics working with a fertility clinic

-Rebecca’s conversations with her husband and kids about surrogacy

-Unexpected steps such as psychological evaluations for Rebecca and her husband, as well as the medical tests required for both Gestational Carriers and Intended Parents

-Details of the IVF journey including a failed transfer, miscarriage, hysterectomy and second retrieval for the intended parent and successful transfer and pregnancy that led to a live birth

-An inside look at the Gestational Carrier/Intended Parent relationship throughout the process and how it evolved over time

-Having a breech baby and switching providers to have an External Cephalic Version (ECV) 

-Rebecca’s traumatic birth experience being left in the OR and disrespected by medical providers

-Rebecca’s favorite self-care practices and the advice she shares with her postpartum clients

-Reflections on the surrogacy journey and if Rebecca would do it again

Rebecca shares a real, honest view on being a Gestational Carrier without shying away from any details. Listen to an insider perspective on surrogacy and hear a truly inspiring story of strength, compassion and the ultimate gift of a healthy baby in today’s episode!

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Receive 25% off all Integrative Institute for Nutrition programs and trainings, use code: HELENETRAGERKUSMANXIIN or click here. 

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Learn about the Bluegrass Doulas here and connect on social media here

Full episode webpage here

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On her 36th birthday and the one year anniversary of the podcast, MBM host Helene Kusman shares her experience managing blood sugar, cholesterol and becoming the CEO of her own health. She gets into how she tested 100+ biomarkers to uncover hidden health issues without having to visit a doctor or go through insurance.  Helene addresses questions she has gotten from the audience about wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) and the metabolic health results that led her to do so. She also shares about her Integrative Nutrition training as a component of taking control of her health. If you feel the call to better understand and take back your power in managing and optimizing your health, this episode is for you!

In this episode:

-How Helene has shifted from a passive to active role in taking control of her wellness

-Healthspan versus Lifespan and why it matters as moms

-Helene’s experience using the Function platform to test and understand health biomarkers

-Using Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) and the Levels app to individualize blood sugar balance

-Blood sugar balancing discoveries Helene had from wearing a CGM

-Helene’s hacks for starting meals that blunted glucose spikes even when eating dessert

-The “healthy” foods that had the worst glucose spikes for Helene 

-The protein bars and crackers that had the most stable glucose responses for Helene 

-Typical cholesterol blood panels vs. the Lipoprotein Fractionated test that uncovered Helene’s hidden cholesterol issues

-Exercise, diet and lifestyle changes Helene has made to optimize blood sugar balance and improving cholesterol 

-Why Helene has started to prioritize and how she makes time for both cardio and meditation 

Skip the waitlist and become a Function Health member testing 100+ biomarkers and receiving interpreted results from top doctors, use code: HTRAGERKUSMAN10 or click here. 

Receive 25% off all Integrative Institute for Nutrition programs and trainings, use code: HELENETRAGERKUSMANXIIN or click here. 

Connect with Helene and the Mind Body Mother Community!

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

In today’s conversation, Dr. Corina Dunlap shares how to heal common skin conditions like Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis and Rosacea by getting to the root cause. She is a mom of two, licensed Naturopathic Doctor and founder/CEO of Naturopathic by Design. Dr. Corina Dunlap discusses both the “outside in” and “inside out” causes of skin issues such as a hormone or gut imbalances. She shares diet, supplement, and product considerations for resolving skin issues through this root cause approach.

We discuss:

-Hormone imbalances that can be a root cause of Acne

-Mechanical or “outside in” causes of skin concerns and how to avoid them

-The gut/skin connection, immune system and inflammatory response

-Common foods that can flare up each specific issue from Acne to Rosacea

-How to resolve skin issues with temporary dietary eliminations

-Differences between root causes of Psoriasis, Eczema, Rosacea and Keratosis Pelaris

-Foods, herbs, spices and supplements that support resolving skin issues

-Household and personal care products to avoid and how to choose better options for skin health

-Ideas for natural approaches to anti-aging

-Dr. Corina Dunlap’s journey of having her kids at 38 and 40 after miscarriage

-Tips for supporting your kids’ immune systems naturally, letting go of health anxiety and trusting the body’s ability to heal

If you’ve tried everything to resolve your skin issues, today’s episode will help you finally figure out the root cause and actionable steps to heal.

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Find the full episode webpage here

Download your free Mind Body Mother Guided Relaxations

You can find Dr. Corina Dunlap on Instagram here

Learn more about her clinic Naturopathic by Design here

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.