Dr. Alexis Cowan completed her Ph.D. in molecular biology from Princeton University and uses her continuing education to share principles relating to light, mitochondrial, and circadian biology. Our conversation was unique in which Dr. Cowan offered a deep dive into the specifics of the scientific research that supports the knowledge she shared. We discussed Dr. Cowan's outstanding health journey, different kinds of sunlight and its effects on the body, and how light patterns affect hormone health.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[8:25]- How health complications throughout her childhood led Dr. Cowan to pursue a significant weight loss journey and understand the root cause of her symptoms.

[18:50]- What are the benefits of the different variations of light waves? What profound effect does each wavelength have on the body's wellbeing?

[31:29]- What body parts are best exposed to sunshine for maximal sunlight absorption?

[42:43]- Breaking through the myths of wearing sunscreen and sunglasses to block sunlight.

[56:38]- How does cortisol dysregulation occur? How do light and darkness contribute to cortisol and melatonin production?

[1:02:58]- How can eating high protein early in the morning impact blood sugar and cortisol release?

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM DR. ALEXIS COWAN:

Website: www.dralexisjazmyn.com
Instagram: @dralexisjazmyn

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Kate Morton serves her community as a registered dietitian with specific expertise in seed cycling, menstrual health, and fighting diet culture. After living in New Zealand for some time, Kate was exposed to a holistic way of living that led her to understand the science of hormones and cyclical living. Kate believes in the healing power of food and teachings females worldwide how to leverage specific nutrients to best support their menstrual cycle.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[7:15]- What piqued Kate’s interest to leave a career as a pediatric pulmonary dietitian and specialize in hormones instead?

[11:34]- How long it took Kate to have a regular cycle after ending birth control.

[13:21]- What is seed cycling? How can one implement it in alignment with their cycle?

[16:23]- Why does Kate recommend pumpkin and flax seeds in the first half of the female cycle? Why sesame and sunflower seeds in the second half?

[19:08]- How seed cycling can resolve constipation and estrogen dominance.

[21:28]- Kate’s suggestions for those with an irregular cycle.

[24:43]- Is seed cycling beneficial for those in perimenopause and menopause?

[29:45]- What is Kate’s preferred way to track her cycle?

[37:40]- The symptoms that led Kate to understand she had cortisol dysregulation. She also shared tangible ways to heal from cortisol issues.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM KATE MORTON:

Website: https://funkitwellness.com/

Instagram: @carbsandkate

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn

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Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/

MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS:

ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!

If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community!

Schedule a FREE, 15 minute Q&A session with me to get all your questions answered about Low Insulin Academy!

My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!

Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!

Grab my metabolic testing guide!

Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!

BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!

Mollie Eastman is a sleep expert specializing in creating quality sleep and its direct correlation with one’s quality of life. After struggling with insomnia herself, Mollie dedicated her professional career to educating others about the value of sleep. I loved our conversation about creating an optimal sleep environment, the importance of melatonin and its correlation with our lighting environment, creating a regular sleep-wake schedule, and more!

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[8:33]- How Mollie became passionate about sleep as a skill.

[17:32]- What are the four sleep stages? What are the pros and cons of using a sleep tracking device?

[28:40]- What is meant by “A good night's sleep starts at daybreak?”

[38:44]- How is melatonin dysregulation associated with sleep disorders, an increase in respiration and HRV, and other health consequences?

[48:33]- Can sleep be a supplement to hormone replacement therapy? How can someone create an ideal sleeping environment to have restorative sleep?

[1:04:11]- How do alcohol and caffeine affect sleep quality?

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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Red light therapy, blue light blocking glasses, EMF shielding products, PEMF mats, and so much more- Bon Charge offers all the biohacking products! Use code SHANAH for 15% off all Bon Charge products.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM MOLLIE EASTMAN:

Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com

Podcast: Sleep Is A Skill

Instagram: mollie.eastman

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn

Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin

Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/

MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS:

ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!

If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community!

Schedule a FREE, 15 minute Q&A session with me to get all your questions answered about Low Insulin Academy!

My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!

Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!

Grab my metabolic testing guide!

Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!

BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!

It is always an honor to answer questions asked directly from my podcast listeners! I tackled topics like how long you should fast before lab testing, how to reverse insulin resistance when already at a healthy weight, should you practice intermittent fasting while simultaneously struggling with sleep imbalances, and how I approach nutritional guidelines for my students. I am certain you will walk away with a few key takeaways from this episode!

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[1:20]- Why I have been quiet on my social media platforms.

[8:43]- How long should someone fast before they participate in metabolic lab testing?

• How skipping breakfast can increase cortisol levels.

[16:12]- How to heal insulin resistance when at a healthy body weight.

• Your lighting environment might be the missing piece to your success!

[25:42]- Can someone practice intermittent fasting while also battling sleep irregularities?

• Establish a consistent and healthy sleep cycle before introducing fasting.

• The power of watching the sunrise to create a regulated circadian rhythm cycle.

[35:13]- What my program, Low Insulin Academy, includes in relevance to macro and micronutrient guidelines.

• My Fast To Heal Recipe Book, which is jam packed with low carb recipes.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

I love completing the 5-day mimicking fast with the help of a fasting kit from ProLon! I shared my experience with this 5-day mimicking fast in Episode 178. Use code FASTTOHEAL for 15% off your order from ProLon!

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn

Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin

Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/

MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS:

ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!

If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community!

Schedule a FREE, 15 minute Q&A session with me to get all your questions answered about Low Insulin Academy!

My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!

Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!

Grab my metabolic testing guide!

Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!

BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!

Kiera Lea specializes in quantum health and light biology. She believes in the healing power of nature, through practices like viewing the sunrise, grounding, deuterium depleted water, and other principles of nature to transform one’s health and wellbeing. In this episode we discussed Kiera’s continuing education on light environment including how viewing morning sunlight healed Kiera of health issues, minimizing blue light exposure particularly after sunset, and creating a routine that aligns with the different patterns of the sun.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[8:36]- Kiera’s health story which led her to quantum health.

[13:23]- What is quantum and circadian healthcare?

[17:07]- What is Kiera’s educational background?

[25:38]- What are the different types of sunlight? How can sunlight be a healing modality for the body?

[39:03]- How does artificial blue light have the same effects on the body as carbohydrates?

[47:28]- What can be done to mitigate blue light exposure, particularly after sunset?

[1:00:38]- What is the foundation for good sleep?

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Soursop is an ancient superfruit that supports immunity and is beginning to gain popularity again in the modern day world. Use code SHANAH for 20% off $50 or more on Soursop’s gummies and shakes!

Red light therapy, blue light blocking glasses, EMF shielding products, PEMF mats, and so much more- Bon Charge offers all the biohacking products! Use code SHANAH for 15% off all Bon Charge products.

FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM KIERA LEA:

Website: www.kieraleawellness.com

Instagram: @kieraleawellness

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn

Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin

Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/

MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS:

ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!

If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community!

Schedule a FREE, 15 minute Q&A session with me to get all your questions answered about Low Insulin Academy!

My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!

Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!

Grab my metabolic testing guide!

Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!

BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!

Everyday I am amazed by the complexity of the human body. As a lifelong learner, I too am learning the body's overall wellbeing is influenced not only by optimal nutrition- or lack thereof- it also thrives in response to appropriate light patterns, circadian rhythm, hormone production, exercise, environmental stimuli, EMFs, and SO much more! In this episode I dissect what a day in my life looks like since focusing on new areas of health and wellbeing.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED:

[5:12]- WHY I am releasing this episode that is so transparent about my current state of health and wellbeing.

[8:17]- The lab testing I utilized to understand I have severe adrenal burnout. Interpreting my results and symptoms.

[20:44]- Explaining the different kinds of sunlight and how they set the circadian rhythm.

[28:11]- How have my eating patterns shifted?

[35:12]- What I am doing to heal the stomach bloating I was experiencing.

[36:04]- Has my exercise regimen changed? Why I strength train later in the morning and implement multiple walks a day.

[39:52]- What have I done to limit my exposure to EMFs?

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Soursop is an ancient superfruit that supports immunity and is beginning to gain popularity again in the modern day world. Use code SHANAH for 20% off $50 or more on Soursop’s gummies and shakes!

Maintaining an optimal electrolyte balance is essential for full body hydration! I love the company LMNT for pure electrolyte mixes- use this link for a free starting pack.

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn

Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin

Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/

MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS:

ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!

If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community!

Schedule a FREE, 15 minute Q&A session with me to get all your questions answered about Low Insulin Academy!

My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!

Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!

Grab my metabolic testing guide!

Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!

BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!