EP 209 Pink in the sink, the oral microbiome and healing cavities naturally
Dr. Staci Whitman, a leading authority in functional dentistry, is on a mission to revolutionize oral healthcare. With a unique blend of scientific expertise and compassionate care, she's dedicated to creating a cavity-free world. Dr Staci is board-certified in pediatrics, integrative dentistry, and naturopathic dentistry and is one of the only dentists in the world to have her Functional Medicine Certification from the Institute of Functional Medicine. She founded one of the leading Functional Pediatric Dental offices in the country where she takes a whole-body and holistic approach to her care. She is the co-founder of the Institute for Functional Dentistry, launching in summer 2025, and lectures globally on Functional Dentistry and the Oral Systemic Connection. She also is the co-founder of Feed Your Good Guys (Fygg) microbiome-friendly oral care. With a passion for optimizing the oral microbiome, hormonal health, nutritional status, and sleep and airway health, she is a sought-after expert and educator with a heavy focus on preventative dentistry, cavity arrest and remineralization, and the oral-gut-brain axis. Dr. Staci passionately shares her knowledge and insights on creating happy teeth and healthy lives. In this episode, we chat about:  An institutional level problem Follow the money What about flouride? Anesthesia and alzheimers? Over treating kids Can cavities fix themselves? The fine line between informed consent and fear mongering Best tips for optimal oral health (and why it matters) Vitamin C for your pink in the sink people Mouth breathing is not normal Why our human faces shrinking? Oral microbiome and cancer risk Learn more about working with me Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG Learn more about working with Dr. Staci Follow Dr. Staci on IG Feed Your Good Guys (Fygg): fygg.com - use code EMPOWERED for 15% off any one time or subscription purchase  Â
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EP209 Gym bros and hormones, your body is screaming for rest and what happens to the hungry brain
Brooke Czarnecki is a registered dietitian + founder of Intentful Nutrition. She specializes in helping women recover from disordered eating, eating disorders + fuel properly for endurance sports. She is also a boy mom and wife. In this episode we talk about: Gym bros talking hormones. Plz stop DO YOU feel great… DO YOU?! Thank you for coming to my ted talk Intermittent fasting + reproductive hormones Brooke is just here for the comments.. Postpartum culture Your body is screaming at you to rest The thin line between discipline and disorder Why you should prepare for pregnancy How under eating hijacks you knowing how you feel What happens in the hungry brain Tin Foil hat time w/ big healthcare Tongue Tie Stories  Learn more about working with me Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments for just $19.99) Follow me on IG Learn more about working with Brooke Follow Brooke on IGÂ
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EP208 Why you need to check your vitamin d, talking to plants and endometriosis
Emily is a surgical physician assistant who has worked in women's health for 10 years. She started her career in a hospital as a labor and delivery PA and for the last 6 years she has worked in minimally invasive GYN surgery. Emily's surgical practice specializes in the treatment of endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, ovarian cysts and other GYN issues. Emily strives to never stop learning and is always seeking out new ways she can help her patients. You can follow her on Instagram @holisticgyn or on her surgical practice’s page @innovativegyn. In this episode we chat about: Why you need to check your vitamin d Homelessness and c**vid outcomes Theories about fibroid causes Fibroids linked to infertility How to look for adenomyosis or endometriosis What endometriosis looks like What is causing endo? Is it estrogen? What is indoor air polution and is it killing you? Eye lash extensions in surgery WTF is talc powder Mouth breathing in babies isn’t normal My first myofunctional therapy appointment Tips and trips after pelvic surgery Do plants grow when you talk nice to them? Learn more about working with me Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG Â
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EP207 Menstrual cycle and training, macro counting and eating disorders and flaws in the athlete plate
Kylee is the founder and owner of her sports nutrition business Flynutrition, which helps runners, triathletes, cyclists, and skiers to learn not only the ‘why’ but the ‘how’ behind fueling for performance. Flynutrition's mission is to separate facts from fads in the nutrition space and works to provide easy nutrition solutions to help improve health and performance.  In addition to running her business, she is a freelance writer for Trail Runner Magazine, Women's Running, and Outside Run Online. In her free time, you can find her adventuring in the mountains of Aspen, CO, where she resides with her ultra endurance husband, Sean, and two Australian Shepherds. In this episode we talk about: More on galapagos poop What does eating enough actually look like What does intensity and duration do to hunger signals? The flaws in the athlete plate How to know when you’re optimally fueled Biofeedback back signs of underfeeding Menstrual Cycle and training Supplements and marketing…the scams Macro counting + eating disorders? Sodium bicarbonate for performance—what?! What actually defines an athlete? Learn more about working with me Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments for just $19.99) Follow me on IG Learn more about working with Kylee Follow Kylee on IG Â
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EP206 Chicken, banana, the tonsil controversy and crooked teeth in kids
Kristen has been practicing dentistry for almost 8 years, but during the last 5 she has been narrowing her focus to airway dentistry and adult laser tongue tie release. She prides herself on being a root cause doctor and really understanding WHY certain issues such as tooth decay, clenching/grinding, jaw pain, etc. are occurring to really find solutions on an individual basis.  Several years ago she was struggling with exhaustion, lightheadedness, anxiety, and trouble breathing before she was properly tested and diagnosed with something called Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (which is on the sleep apnea spectrum).  After realizing how life changing it is to BREATHE and sleep well, she has spent the last 5 years focusing and learning and is able to work with physicians to help others with UARS and sleep apnea.  She lives in upstate NY with her husband, son, and 2 adorable rescue pups. She's excited to spread some awareness!  What we talk about in this episode: Chicken. Banana. Chicken. Banana Teeth and acid reflux Should you wait 30 minutes after eating to brush? 5 things you should be asking your dentist Geographic tongue Underlying causes of gum disease Should you change your dental care in pregnancy?! Alternate nostril breathing Does mouth breathing cause weight loss resistance Shit your mouth breathing is causing you had NO IDEA about What isn’t actually normal in your child (hint: crooked teeth and more) How do find a airway minded provider Tonsils…all the controversy Mouth tape who should be doing it?!  Learn more about working with me Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments for just $19.99) Follow me on IG Learn more about working with Kristen Follow Kristen on IG Â
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