Episode 21: Insulin Resistance & Menopause: What Happens to Glucose, Hormones...
What happens to insulin, glucose, muscle, and metabolism during perimenopause and menopause? In Episode 21 of the Eat Kale and Cupcakes Podcast, Laura Cipullo and Shannon Herbert, take a whole-person...
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Episode 20: Mindful Movement, Sports Nutrition & Compulsive Exercise with Amy...
What happens when athletes become so disconnected from their bodies that they learn to override hunger, fatigue, pain, and the need for rest? In Episode 20 of Eat Kale & Cupcakes, Laura Cipullo...
View ArticleHypermobility, the Gut, and Proprioception: Understanding the Whole-Body...
When many people hear the word hypermobility, they think of flexible joints: elbows that bend a little too far, knees that “lock out,” or the ability to put your palms flat on the floor without bending...
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Episode 19: The GLP-1 Game Plan with Heidi Skolnik
What does nutrition look like when medications like GLP-1s change appetite, hunger, and the way we experience food? In Episode 19 of Eat Kale & Cupcakes, Laura Cipullo and Dr. Shannon Herbert sit...
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Episode 18: PCOS/PMOS Supplements: What You Need to Know
What role do insulin resistance, inflammation, and supplements play in PCOS/PMOS? And how do you know which supplements—if any—are right for you? In Episode 18 of Eat Kale & Cupcakes, Shannon and...
View ArticleWhat to Put in Your Diabetes Backpack
If you have type 1 diabetes, or you love someone who does, you know how volatile blood sugar can be. As a dietitian, and someone who falls into the latter category, I’ve learned there’s a difference...
View ArticleMCAS and GLP-1: What do we know
Peptides, including GLP-1s, are everywhere you turn these days. They are being recommended for several different conditions. You may be wondering, what is the role of GLP-1s in mast cell activation...
View ArticleEpisode 17: Looksmaxxing, Social Media & Eating Disorders
What happens when social media turns appearance into a full-time job? From “looksmaxxing” trends to constant comparison online, today’s digital culture is changing the way we think about body image—and...
View ArticleEp. 16: Menopause, Body Image & Eating Disorders with Jessica Setnick, MS, RD,
Can menopause trigger body image struggles—or even increase the risk of disordered eating? As hormones shift and our bodies change, many women find themselves navigating a complex mix of metabolic...
View ArticleWhat Happens When You Lose Your Period
A missing period is often viewed as a reproductive issue, but it can be a sign that the body is under more stress than it can adequately support. In active individuals, changes in the menstrual cycle...
View ArticleEpisode 15: Weight-Inclusive Care in the Age of GLP-1s with Dr. Alexis...
GLP-1 medications have transformed the conversation around weight, appetite, and metabolic health—but how do they fit within a weight-inclusive approach to care? Can mindful eating coexist with...
View ArticleTraining Your Gut: The Missing Piece of Endurance Performance
If you’ve ever stressed about what to eat before a long run because you were worried about how your stomach would feel, avoided fueling during a race because your stomach is too “sensitive,” or found...
View ArticleEpisode 14: Adolescent Medicine 101 | Part 2
How do we raise resilient teens in a world shaped by social media, appearance-driven trends, and rising mental health challenges? What makes adolescents think, process, and cope differently than...
View ArticleWhen Sport Becomes a Way to Engage in an Eating Disorder
A runner adds extra mileage after eating more than usual, and it is described as discipline. A swimmer trains through rest days because stopping feels uncomfortable, not optional. From the outside,...
View ArticleEpisode 13: Adolescent Medicine 101
What exactly is adolescent medicine—and when should a teen see an adolescent medicine specialist instead of their pediatrician? In this episode of Eat Kale & Cupcakes, Laura Cipullo and Shannon...
View ArticleSummer Listens: 5 Podcasts We Are Loving
Looking for something thoughtful to add to your summer listening queue? Here are some of our favorite podcast episodes we’ve been listening to lately, from body image and eating disorder recovery to...
View ArticleEpisode 12: Is Intuitive Eating Right for PCOS/PMOS?
Can you be an intuitive eater and still manage insulin resistance? *Disclaimer: This episode was filmed prior to the recent 2026 renaming of PCOS–> PMOS. You will hear us referring to PMOS as PCOS...
View Article5 Reasons AI Can’t Replace a Registered Dietitian
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly common source of nutrition information. Whether for meal ideas, calorie calculations, or general nutrition questions, many individuals are...
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Summer Training & Fueling for Fall Sports
Summer Training & Fueling for Fall Sports Summer is the perfect time to build the foundation for a successful fall season! Join Sports Plan Pro and Registered Dietitian Taylor Wallach, RD, CDN,...
View ArticleObsessive Compulsive Disorder and Eating Disorders: The Intersection
Eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) are distinct psychiatric conditions, yet both involve intolerance of uncertainty, cognitive rigidity, and anxiety-driven attempts to create...
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