This week, Krista sits down with dietitian nutritionist Lauren Papanos, owner of the private practice Functional Fueling Nutrition and host of The Strength in Hormones Podcast, to discuss some eye-opening truths about liver support + detoxification, hormone health, and intentional exercise. Ahead, Lauren dives into the intricacies of insulin and metabolic health markers, as well as the significance of sunlight and exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Plus, she offers valuable advice on finding the right workout routine for your health goals. The conversation also touches on the importance of antioxidants, the benefits of refeed days, and the critical role of electrolytes in hormone regulation. Get an inside look at Lauren’s morning and nighttime routines, diet, and recovery techniques for a healthy body and happy mind. We also talk about: The misconceptions of juice cleanses for liver detoxification The importance of individual lab results + supplements Why cycle syncing might not work for everyone The effects of stress + burnout on women's ability to work out How to balance calorie intake + maintain a metabolically flexible environment High-intensity workouts, cortisol levels + fat storage Post-workout recovery, nutrition + hydration The impact of toxins on liver + thyroid health Emotional links to toxin release + weight issues Listening to your body + intuitive workout planning Resources: Instagram: @functional.fueling Website: https://functionalfueling.com/ Podcast: The Strength In Hormones Podcast Sponsors:Cymbiotika | Go to cymbiotika.com/Almost20 for 20% off sitewide. Our Place | Go to fromourplace.com and enter code ALMOST30 at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide.ARMRA | Go to tryarmra.com/ALMOST30 or enter ALMOST30 to get 15% off your first order.To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30. Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses  Join our community: almost30.com/membership facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. Find more to love at almost30.com!Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices