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The Functional Fueling® Podcast

by Lauren Papanos

The Functional Fueling® Podcast is hosted by expert Functional Registered Dietitian and hormone specialist, Lauren Papanos. Join us every Wednesday for a brand new LOdown with Lo solo episode or expert guest interview. Host Lauren Papanos asks and answers the questions around how to live a vibrant life through harnessing the power of natural hormonal balance and medicinal foods. Inquire to work with Lauren’s practice at www.functionalfueling.com. Follow her on Instagram at @functional.fueling.

Latest episodes

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Episode 164: Case Study: Healing Exercise Intolerance, Cycle Symptoms and Recovering Thyroid Function

Case Study: Healing Exercise Intolerance, Cycle Symptoms and Recovering Thyroid Function   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: When exercise

Sep 23
24 min

Episode 163:Your Guide to Understanding Long COVID, MCAS & Dysautonomia w/ Lily Spechler

Your Guide to Understanding Long COVID, MCAS & Dysautonomia w/ Lily Spechler In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What’s really happening in th

Sep 16
52 min

Episode 162: [The LOdown] The Overlooked Environmental Factors Affecting Thyroid Health

[The LOdown] The Overlooked Environmental Factors Affecting Thyroid Health   A few things we chat about in this episode Why your thyroid may be especially sensitive to

Sep 9
28 min

Episode 161: Could Poor Oxygen Delivery Be Draining Your Energy? with Teresa Reile

Could Poor Oxygen Delivery Be Draining Your Energy?   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What hypoxia actually means & why oxygen matters fo

Sep 2
27 min

Episode 160: [The LOdown] Period Recovery While Breastfeeding: The When, How & More Details

[The LOdown] Period Recovery While Breastfeeding: The When, How & More Details In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: What’s actually keeping you

Aug 26
26 min

Episode 159: How to Fix Chronic Pelvic Pain with Dr. Christina Enzmann

How to Fix Chronic Pelvic Pain with Dr. Christina Enzmann A few things we chat about in this episode Why chronic pelvic pain is rarely coming from just one place The ove

Aug 19
50 min

Episode 158: [The LOdown] What Late Ovulation is Really Telling You

[The LOdown] What Late Ovulation is Really Telling You In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: Why late ovulation happens What high AMH actually m

Aug 12
29 min

Episode 157: The Complete Guide to hCG: What Your Levels Really Mean with Dr. Sasha Hakman

The Complete Guide to hCG: What Your Levels Really Mean with Dr. Sasha Hakman   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss:   Take The Energy Leak q

Aug 5
41 min

Episode 156: [The LOdown] The Missing Nutrients Behind Hashimoto's

[The LOdown] The Missing Nutrients Behind Hashimoto's   In this episode of the Functional Fueling Podcast, we discuss: The role of nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto's

Jul 29
29 min

Episode 155: Pain, Swelling & Exercise Intolerance? This Lymphatic Tool May Help | Rush Simonson

Pain, Swelling & Exercise Intolerance? This Lymphatic Tool May Help | Rush Simonson A few things we chat about in this episode  Why not all vibration plates are created

Jul 22
32 min

Episode 154: What 10 Years of Helping Active Women Taught Me About Why So Many Stay Stuck with Thyroid Symptoms

What 10 Years of Helping Active Women Taught Me About Why So Many Stay Stuck with Thyroid Symptoms     A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why so many activ

Jul 15
33 min

Episode 153: [The LOdown] Coming off Thyroid Medication - Timeline, The Prep and Outcomes

[The LOdown] Coming off Thyroid Medication - Timeline, The Prep and Outcomes A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Whether it's actually possible to come off th

Jul 8
31 min

Episode 152: The Hidden Immune Connection To Endometriosis, HPV, Herpes & Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Triggers & Solutions w/Christian Sohmen

The Hidden Immune Connection To Endometriosis, HPV, Herpes & Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Triggers & Solutions with Christian Sohmen   A few things we chat ab

Jul 1
41 min

Episode 151: [The LOdown] AMA: Navigating Toddler Sleep Deprivation and Balancing Business, Motherhood and Health

Episode 151: [The LOdown] AMA: Navigating Toddler Sleep Deprivation and Balancing Business, Motherhood and Health   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 How I

Jun 24
38 min

Episode 150: Are Seed Oils Really Harmful? The Truth Behind the Headlines with Cherie Calbom

Are Seed Oils Really Harmful? The Truth Behind the Headlines with Cherie Calbom A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 Why seed oils have become one of the most

Jun 17
34 min

Episode 149: [The LOdown] The Strategy Behind My Daily Meals & Grocery Shopping

[The LOdown] The Strategy Behind My Daily Meals & Grocery Shopping   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What my weekly meal planning routine actually looks

Jun 10
30 min

Episode 148: Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt

Osteopenia & Bone Stress Injuries in Pre- and Post- Menopausal Women with Dr. John Neustadt In this episode of the Functional Fueling® Podcast, Lauren sits down with John

Jun 3
37 min

Episode 147: [The LOdown] The Truth About Healing Timelines for Thyroid, Fertility & Autoimmunity

[The LOdown] The Truth About Healing Timelines for Thyroid, Fertility & Autoimmunity   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 The realistic root cause healing t

May 27
44 min

Episode 146: How to Stop Mouth Breathing with Dr. Douillard

How to Stop Mouth Breathing with Dr. Douillard Breathing is something we do every second of every day, yet most people never stop to consider how their breathing patterns

May 20
51 min

Episode 145: [The LOdown] Energy Leaks: The 4 Root Causes of Thyroid and Hormone Disruption in Active Women

Energy Leaks: The 4 Root Causes of Thyroid and Hormone Disruption in Active Women   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 What “energy leaks” are  Why hidden e

May 13
34 min

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What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

I found Lauren on IG then began to listen to her podcast! She does an amazing job breaking down complex topics around hormones in a way that actually makes sense. She dives into health and wellness topics your typical practitioner doesn’t discuss with you and more importantly, gives practical, natural ways to support healing through diet and lifestyle modifications. You can tell she’s knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about helping people feel their best. I always enjoy listening and can count on learning something new each episode!

EastCoastMichele · Apr 2026

I’ve been listening to this podcast for a year now. To say I’ve learned so much is an understatement!! I love how Lauren dives into the details and labs and the often missed pieces of hormone health. It’s both so fascinating and fascinating practically helpful. I recommend this podcast to all my hormone healing friends 💖

Brookie Mascari · Apr 2026

I’ve been listening for over a year and love how Lauren explains things so clearly - it’s been really helpful in my own healing journey and I’ve shared the podcast links with multiple friends and family members!

HanRBlank · Apr 2026

Lauren offers a fresh outlook on subjects that aim to improve our physical and mental health. She delivers well researched opinions and allows you to make your own choices. Such a great voice in this field

kmk255 · Apr 2026

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