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Quiet the Diet
Welcome to "Quiet the Diet®", the podcast, hosted by Michelle Shapiro, Integrative/Functional Registered Dietitian from NYC. Michelle has supported over 1000 clients to reverse anxiety, approach their weight with love, and heal digestive issues. Utilizing humor, nuance, and compassion, Michelle helps clients access their own liberating self-awareness. On the podcast, Michelle shares her own journey of losing weight the wrong way (and what the consequences of that drastic 100 pound weight loss were), and how she learned to prioritize whole-body health as a result (instead of restrictive diets.) The goal of “Quiet the Diet®” is to empower listeners to make health decisions autonomously, every single time they eat. The podcast will arm the listener with the education and support needed to make health decisions based on their own terms. The podcast is a guide to mastering one’s health by listening to one’s self. On "Quiet the Diet®," Michelle is not afraid to have hard conversations and tackle difficult topics if it means helping her listeners. She will bring on innovative guests from the healthcare space to shed unique light on important topics. From functional nutrition to the latest research in integrative medicine, Michelle covers it all with her signature nuance and compassion.Whether you're looking to improve your health and well-being or just want to learn more about functional medicine and body neutrality, "Quiet the Diet®" has something for everyone. Tune in and join Michelle on her journey to help people quiet the noise of fad diets and focus on nourishing their bodies and minds.
Episodes
61 episodes
Healing Anthems: Songs That Healed Us with the Whole Team
How do songs become anthems of resilience, and what can we learn from the music that moves us? In this special episode of Quiet the Diet, host Michelle brings her entire team—Nicki, Nina, Jessica, and Sarah—to share their personal heal...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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1:03:27
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Surprising Sleep Conditions that Create Insomnia
Is your body’s internal chemistry sabotaging your sleep? In this episode Quiet the Diet, host Michelle Shapiro explores hidden causes of insomnia, from histamine intolerance to hormone imbalances, and shares practical strategies for im...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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33:07
Hypothyroidism with Gut Health Expert Abby Hueber
What if your hypothyroidism isn’t the root problem, but rather a symptom of something bigger happening in your body? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes functional nutritionist Abby Hueber to discuss common misconcepti...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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1:01:15
Calories In/ Calories Out: Let’s Talk about It Compassionately and Honestly with Dr. Allan Bacon
Are you overcomplicating your weight loss journey with trendy diets and misinformation? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle Shapiro sits down with Dr. Allan Bacon to debunk common weight loss myths, exploring the roles of calor...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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1:19:23
Taking Our Health One Step Further with Healthillie
How can you prioritize your health without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Illie of Live Healthillie to discuss her personal health journey, the impact of processed ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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1:11:50
Hydration, Electrolytes and Mineral Essentials with Amanda Montalvo
Is your water doing more harm than good when it comes to hydration? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, host Michelle welcomes Amanda Montalvo, a registered dietitian and mineral expert, to discuss the critical role of minerals in hydra...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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1:08:51
What Every Woman Needs to Know about Perimenopause with Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well
Wondering why perimenopause is suddenly a hot topic and how it could be affecting you? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes back friends Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well to dive deep into the topic of perimenopause an...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:03:05
How People Pleasing Keeps Us Sick (and what to do about it!)
Do you struggle to say “no”, even when it means compromising your health? Is people-pleasing draining your energy and leaving you feeling depleted? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle and Nicki discuss the impact of people-plea...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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54:48
How Protein and Amino Acids Drive Your Health with Angelo Keely, Co-Founder of Kion
Did you know that not all proteins are created equal, and that amino acids may be the real game-changer when it comes to your diet? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Angelo Keely, Co-founder of Kion, to explore...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:07:17
Talking Mitochondria, Glutathione & Glyphosate with J Gulinello, FNTP
You may know that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, but how do they affect your overall health? In the latest episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle interviews J Gulinello about the critical roles of mitochondria, glutathione, and glyph...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:26:15
Are Functional Lab Tests Real?! Unpacking The DUTCH & GI Map Tests with Jillian Greaves
How does stress impact your hormone health, and what can you do about it? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle is joined by close friend and colleague, Jillian Greaves, to discuss the intricacies of functional medicine, with a particular...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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1:08:43
Nutrition for Trauma with Tim Frie
What if understanding your trauma could unlock a new path to better health? In this episode, Michelle hosts Tim Frie to discuss the profound impact of trauma on health, particularly its biochemical implications and the intersection of trauma wi...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:25:01
The Weight Loss Debate: Do All Food Changes Lead to Disordered Patterns?
How do we bridge the world of body positivity and functional nutrition? In this episode, Michelle and Nicki tackle the complex and controversial relationship between diet culture, disordered eating, and functional nutrition.You'll hear:...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:11:37
Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions with Taylor Goldberg
Managing dizziness starts with understanding its root causes. Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor turned hypermobility coach, joins Michelle to explore different causes of dizziness, its impact on daily life, and practical solutions for managing an...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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49:11
The Secrets of Longevity: How Biomarkers Can Predict and Improve Your Health with Dr. Gil Blander
Have you ever wished testing existed that could give you insight on how to live a longer, healthier life? Dr. Gil Blander, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Inside Tracker, joins Michelle to discuss the impact of genetics and lifest...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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54:58
Detoxification with Functional Medicine Pharmacist Dr. John Kim
Are your daily habits undermining your health? Ever wondered if your detox routine might actually be harmful or questioned the effectiveness of your supplements? Dr. John Kim, a functional medicine pharmacist and advocate for holistic health, j...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:06:14
Nervous System Support: Using Somatic Practices to Manage Stress and Build Resilience with Christine Coen
Feeling stuck in fight or flight? Do you struggle with managing stress in your daily life? Can somatic practices really transform your mental health? Christine Coen, movement coach and holistic dietitian, joins Michelle to discuss how learning ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:10:22
What Is A Highly Sensitive Body? (And My Story Healing in One)
Join the Highly Sensitive Body™ Hub todayThis may be the most vulnerable episode of Quiet the Diet yet. Michelle is sharing her own story of living in a highly sensitive body and naviga...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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50:06
Dietitians Dish on Dietitians (lovingly) with Shyla Cadogan
A radical overhaul is needed in the dietetics field. Shyla Cadogan, RD, LDN, a recent University of Maryland graduate and fresh dietitian joins Michelle to discuss the evolving role of dietitians in public and digital spaces, challenging the no...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:09:20
The Future of IBS Management: Elimination Diets are Out, Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy is In with Claire Hall of Nerva
Can hypnotherapy really alter the physical sensations in your gut? Claire Hall, research lead at Mindset Health, joins Michelle to discuss gut-directed hypnotherapy for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how their app, Nerva, provide...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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52:43
Lymphatic Drainage and Massage: The Truth about Detoxification, Drainage and Our Immune System with Leah Levitan
Detoxing has become a popular trend for improving health, but is it being done in a way that’s actually effective and not harmful? Leah Levitan, a lymphatic drainage expert whose holistic healing journey began with her mother’s battle with brea...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:03:12
ADHD: A Holistic Perspective, Exploring the Relationship between ADHD, Histamines, Cortisol and Anxiety with Leading Naturopathic Physician Dr. Laura Gouge
This episode might change everything you thought you knew about ADHD. Dr. Laura Gouge, a licensed naturopathic doctor and nutritionist, joins Michelle to explore a holistic viewpoint on ADHD and treatment, including the RCCX genetic theory whic...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:04:43
Weight Loss Resistance: The Interplay of Stress, Gut Health, Circadian Rhythms, and Nutrition On Our Overall Health with Dr. Alexis Cowan, PhD
Dr. Alexis Cowan, PhD a molecular biologist specializing in nutrition and metabolism, joins Michelle to discuss the sophisticated dance between our microbiome, stress, dietary choices, and the environments we occupy (both internal and external)...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:24:02
Binge Eating: A Revolutionary Approach for Those Who Feel Out of Control
It’s time to stop viewing binge eating through a lens of shame. In this episode, Michelle and Nicki discuss the traditional approaches to binge eating treatment, the physical and psychological components of a binge, and what they believe is the...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:14:43
A New Perspective on Chiropractic Care, Hypermobility, Dysautonomia, and MCAS with Taylor Goldberg
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Taylor Goldberg, a chiropractor turned hypermobility coach. After completing chiropractic school, Taylor's career began with an associate position at a traditional chiropractic practice. However, she qui...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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1:27:15