Welcome to Joyful Eating for PCOS and Gut Health - the ultimate podcast for you to learn how to find relief from hormonal and digestive pains while preserving the pleasure of eating.
You’ll learn from your host, Trista Chan, Registered Dietitian and Founder of The Good Life Dietitian, along with guest experts on how to understand your body through science and mind-body connection, and which diet trends to ignore (and explore) - all with an accessible and inclusive lens.
We believe nutrition should be built on the principle of good food for a good life. Plus, you’ll receive nutrition resources and courses to help you start, grow and sustain your eating habits for long-term change.
Get a FREE PCOS + Gut Health toolkit, and access our coaching and online programs through www.thegoodlifedietitian.com
Welcome to Joyful Eating for PCOS and Gut Health - the ultimate podcast for you to learn how to find relief from hormonal and digestive pains while preserving the pleasure of eating.
You’ll learn from your host, Trista Chan, Registered Dietitian and Founder of The Good Life Dietitian, along with guest experts on how to understand your body through science and mind-body connection, and which diet trends to ignore (and explore) - all with an accessible and inclusive lens.
We believe nutrition should be built on the principle of good food for a good life. Plus, you’ll receive nutrition resources and courses to help you start, grow and sustain your eating habits for long-term change.
Get a FREE PCOS + Gut Health toolkit, and access our coaching and online programs through www.thegoodlifedietitian.com
What if menopause wasn’t something to “get through,” but a time to reconnect with your body in an entirely new way? In this solo episode for Menopause Month, I’m diving deep into what’s really happening beneath the surface during perimenopause and menopause - and how you can support your body through every change with nourishment and care.
We’ll explore how nutrition can protect your bone and heart health, help you maintain muscle mass, and even support brain health during this transition. We’ll also unpack the link between hormones and cognitive function, including what we know about Alzheimer’s risk and how lifestyle can make a difference.
What we cover in this episode:
Whether you’re just starting to notice changes or already in the thick of it, this episode is here to help you feel informed, empowered, and deeply connected to your body’s evolution.
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