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An Amber a Day: The Functional PCOS Podcast
Welcome to "An Amber a Day," your ultimate guide to functional nutrition approaches for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Amber Fischer, leading functional nutritionist, Certified Nutrition Specialist, and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. Join Amber as she delves deep into the root causes of PCOS, shedding light on the underlying systemic issues and empowering you to understand your condition better. With a focus on nutrition, lifestyle, mental health, and the holistic PCOS health journey, Amber offers realistic, honest, and vulnerable insights, infused with her signature sense of humor.
*All the information expressed in An Amber a Day is for information purposes only. Always consult your doctor and nutritionist for any medical advice and before making any diet and lifestyle changes.
Episodes
92 episodes
The PCOS-Thyroid Link Explained with Dr. Erica Armstrong
Unlock the secrets to managing PCOS and thyroid issues with guest, Dr. Erica Armstrong, a leading expert in functional medicine and author of "The PCOS Thyroid Connection: A Functional Medicine Approach to Treating the Root Cause." Discov...
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Your PCOS Weight Loss Questions Answered: Top Questions on Weight Loss for PCOS Answered by a PCOS Nutritionist
In this episode, I'm answering your top PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) weight loss questions (about 20 of them) to help explain with more context all the reasons PCOS impacts our weight and what kind of diet helps the most for PCOS weight los...
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About PCOS Adrenal Health - PCOS Podcast
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about PCOS Adrenal Health, Cortisol and PCOS, and the PCOS-adrenal connection. Mentioned in the episode:NAC: https://s.thorne.com/NRI4cInositol: https://s.thorne.com/esr0FProbiotic...
Breaking Barriers in Self-Care for a Balanced Life with PCOS
Struggling with self-care isn't just a personal challenge; it's a universal conundrum that can leave us feeling like we're neglecting our own needs. As I peel back the layers of mental barriers that keep us from indulging in self-care, you'll f...
Secrets of Pelvic Floor Health for PCOS: The Adrenal-Pelvic Floor Connection and More with Holly Hernandez of Lotus Rehab
In today's episode, we're exploring the intricate connections between pelvic floor health and PCOS- from the adrenal and nervous system/stress hormone connections, to sexual health to medical trauma, posture, and pain. You might t...
40 Top PCOS Questions Answered with Personal Insights and Professional Wisdom
This episode features a fusion of personal insight and professional wisdom as I dive headfirst into 40 rapid-fire questions about PCOS, blending the curiosity of my Instagram community with the unpredictable inquiries from AI. We'll unearth the...
Exercise in PCOS: What's Important, What's Not
Struggling to hit the gym with PCOS? You're not alone. The dance between exercise and PCOS is intricate, but I've discovered that movement is an essential rhythm in the music of a PCOS-friendly lifestyle. This episode is a deep dive into why th...
From Restrictive Diets to Food Freedom for PCOS with Mikaela Schifferle of Naked Wellness
Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of binge eating and dieting, unsure how to break free and find peace with food? Today we are joined by Mikaela Schifferle from KJ Wellness and the Naked Wellness Podcast on her remarkable story of triumph o...
Why PCOS Hormones are Not the Real Root: The Priority Pyramid- Season 4, episode 4
Ever wonder why your body behaves the way it does, especially when it comes to complex conditions like PCOS? Today I'll explain a concept called the Priority Pyramid, something I came up with early in my journey to becoming a practitioner that ...
PCOS and the Emotional Landscape: A Candid Conversation on PCOS Mental Health, Depression, And the Stages of Grief
Navigating the intricacies of PCOS and mental health is a dance I've come to know all too well. In this episode, we'll go through the maze of emotions that accompany a chronic condition like PCOS, from grappling with the stages of grief post-di...
The Mitochondria and Your PCOS- The True Root of Health with Dr. Kalea Wattles of Functional Fertility, Season 4 Episode 2
This was a really good one, guys! Today we are talking with my good friend Kalea about mitochondria and specifically how they impact PCOS. Now, I know it sounds a bit science-forward but trust me, Dr. Wattles and I love the mitochon...
GLP-1 Medications and the PCOS Weight Loss Journey: A nutritionist's nuanced perspective
GLP-1's like Ozempic and Monjauro are everywhere these days and being used frequently for PCOS- both for insulin related concerns and weight loss. My opinions and concerns about these medications have been met with real life experience he...
Health Burnout, Self-Care, and the Power of a Balanced Life for PCOS
Life can often feel like a tightrope walk, the delicate balance between health, self-care, and responsibilities teetering on the edge of overwhelming. When I was first diagnosed with PCOS, the lack of information and guidance pulled me into a s...
Sharing Recent PCOS Research Updates & Celebrating a Milestone!
We've hit a milestone of 50,000 downloads, and we're thrilled to celebrate this achievement with you! We've been on an incredible journey together, and as a token of our gratitude for your support, we're diving straight into the heart of the la...
Intuitive Eating & PCOS: Why We Struggle and What to Do
Do you really understand what your body is saying when it comes to hunger and satiety? It's more complex than you might think, especially if you're managing PCOS. We're breaking down leptin resistance, a hormone intricately linked to our satiet...
Time for You: Self-care, Productivity & Time Blocking with Renee Claire- Season 3 Ep 8
What if the secret to unlocking your full potential in work and life is as simple as time management and self-care? Join us on a journey as we explore these vital topics with Renee Claire of Renee Claire Consulting. Renee shares her wisdom on p...
PCOS Weight Loss: Why It's so Hard and What to Do- Season 3 Ep 7 An Amber a Day
Today we're covering a highly requested topic: weight loss in PCOS! Specifically, I'm going to cover why it actually is harder to lose weight and what can be done. Today's discussion focuses on the interrelationship between P...
Controversial PCOS Opinions- Is it all genetics, does it keep getting worse and is it your fault? Season 3 Episode 6
Today we are talking about a few PCOS opinions I've seen recently that have made me really roll my eyes- Does PCOS only stem from genetics? Will PCOS keep getting worse and worse forever because it's a chronic health conditio...
PCOS Q&A: High DHEA and Insulin, Hectic Jobs and Eating for PCOS, Meal Planning, Endo & PCOS, Season 3 Ep. 5
Today starts our new Q&A Series where I'll answer your PCOS questions and give you some practical advice and tips for how to move forward. Today, we're covering questions about how to manage PCOS eating when we have high DHEA,...
Gluten and Dairy Free for PCOS- The nuanced truth! Season 3 Episode 4
You've likely heard the two conflicting sides of the gluten and dairy free debate for PCOS. Each side is pretty entrenched and seems very certain! Some people will tell you that going gluten and dairy free is totally unneccesary and...
Most Common PCOS Questions & Discussing our Group with Hannah Muehl of The Conscious Nutritionist
Today I chat with friend, group program co-host, and fellow PCOS expert Hannah Muehl about some of the most common PCOS questions and misconceptions we get as PCOS nutritionists. We will answer the following:What’s one questi...
PCOS Expert Chat: Cory Ruth, MS, RD, The Women's Dietitian
Today I'm chatting with fellow PCOS expert Cory Ruth, MS, RD of The Women's Dietitian. Cory is a beacon of light in a PCOS social media landscape that can be filled with misinformation and confusion. Her content is straight to the p...
Functional "Superfoods" that helps PCOS symptoms- Season 3 Episode 1
Welcome back to season 3!! I'm so excited to be back sharing more content with you all this year and so grateful for all your support and lovely reviews!Today we are talking about PCOS superfoods that actually help symptoms- what ...
PCOS Insulin Resistance? Here's how to eat to help: Season 2 Episode 15
It's about time I created an updated podcast on addressing insulin resistance in PCOS! Here are some of my favorite strategies to help you get started on your path to managing PCOS Insulin Resistance!My new course- PCOS Foundation...
Addressing Chronic Inflammation in PCOS- Where it comes from and what to do
In this episode I'm talking about where inflammation comes from in PCOS and what to do with your nutrition to help. We'll discuss gut health, leaky gut, food sensitivities and more!Mentioned in the podcast:Countertop reverse o...