Joyful Eating for PCOS and Gut Health
Episodes
Ep 75: No Period, Now What? HA & Fertility with Victoria Myers, RD
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked reasons women lose their periods and struggle to conceive: hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA).Joined b...
Ep 74: PCOS and Binge Eating - Is There a Connection?
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you have PCOS and you've ever eaten past the point of fullness and asked yourself what's wrong with you, then this episode is for you. The...
Ep 73: 4 Reasons Your “Healthy Lifestyle” Isn’t Fixing Your Hormones
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You're eating “healthy,” hitting 30g of protein each meal, getting your 10k steps - but still dealing with blood sugar crashes, bloating, irre...
Ep 72: From Fatty Liver to Improved Labs and Daily Energy: A PCOS Success Story
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re sharing a powerful PCOS success story of a client who went from struggling with fatty liver, low energy, and frustrating lab ...
Ep 71: 5 Morning Habits That Work for IBS
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mornings can set the tone for the day, and if you have IBS, what you do in the first hours can make a big difference in symptoms like bloating, urgenc...
Ep 70: How to Eat Well During Your Busiest Weeks
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if eating well during your busiest weeks didn’t require more effort, time, or discipline?In this episode, we're breaking down how to stay n...
Ep 69: Your Menstrual Cycle: Tips for Energy, Hormones & Long-Term Health
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cramping, bloating, cravings during your period… sound familiar? Most of us only learned how to “manage” our periods with tampons and pads — n...
Ep 68: Top 5 Tips for Better Blood Sugar Control
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we simplify things. We break blood sugar control down into five simple strategies that actually make a difference — without extreme...
Ep 67: How to Recover Postpartum When You Have PCOS
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So much of fertility and pregnancy care focuses on the baby — but what actually happens after birth? And what happens if you have PCOS, once the app...
Ep 66: The Science That Changed How I See PCOS Forever
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“I feel like I should be doing better by now.” In this episode, I unpack why that feeling is so common in PCOS — and why it’s not a personal f...
Ep 65: Year-End Reflection & Setting Goals That Actually Stick (+ Behind the Scenes of Our Brand)
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could start 2026 already feeling accomplished - without overhauling your habits? In this episode, we’re flipping the script on “new ye...
Ep 64: Cortisol, Insulin & Reproductive Hormones: Navigating PCOS During the Holidays
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling off, bloated, or low on energy this holiday season? You’re not imagining it - your hormones are responding to changes in routine, meals, and...
Ep 63: PCOS Meal Prep: Convenient & Time-Saving Tips
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if eating for your hormones didn’t have to take hours in the kitchen - or leave you exhausted by Sunday night? In this episode, I’m breaking ...
Ep 62: High-Intensity Training for a Happy Gut and Balanced Hormones with Leigh Merotto
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Exercise isn’t just about burning calories - it also impacts your hormones, your digestion, and your overall health. Here’s what science says abou...
Ep 61: Strong Through Menopause: 5 Nutrition Shifts That Make a Difference
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if menopause wasn’t something to “get through,” but a time to reconnect with your body in an entirely new way? In this solo episode for Men...
Ep 60: Healing in a Chaotic World: Mental Health, Burnout & Connection with Meghan Watson
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if healing was more than eating the right foods and taking the right supplements? True healing comes from connection, understanding, and tending ...
49: From Energy Crashes to Balanced Hormones: A PCOS Recovery Success Story
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” for PCOS, working out, trying every diet, pushing through...yet you’re still bloated, exhausted...
58: 5 Morning Habits That Work for PCOS
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mornings can set the tone for the rest of your day, and with PCOS, the right habits can make a huge difference. In this episode, I’m sharing five si...
57: PCOS: Reproductive or Metabolic Condition? Top Questions, Answered
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many people think of PCOS as just a reproductive issue - irregular periods or fertility struggles - but it affects much more. PCOS impacts metabolism,...
56: Healing Eczema from the Inside Out with Dietitian Julia Chien
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If eczema has ever taken over your sleep, routines, or confidence - and nothing from steroid creams to elimination diets has brought lasting relief, t...
55: Bloating & PMS: Why It Happens and How to Feel Better
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bloating is incredibly common - and while some of it is completely normal, for many people, it can start to feel unpredictable, persistent and disrupt...
54: How to stay on track with your health this summer
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer brings sunshine, patios, travel plans - and let’s be honest, a few more spontaneous meals, skipped routines and late nights. It’s easy to f...
53: Pelvic Health 101 with Physiotherapist Aliya Dhalla: Why It Matters and What to Know
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peeing when you sneeze, painful sex, pelvic heaviness - these aren’t just “normal parts of being a woman,” and you don’t have to suffer in sil...
52: A Dietitian's Perspective on Cheat Days and Balanced Eating
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about cheat days. You know the drill - strict all week, then a “free-for-all” on the weekend. Maybe it starts with brunch, turns into...
51: Busting Gestational Diabetes Myths with Dietitian Mel Spinella
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pregnancy can be a whirlwind - and when gestational diabetes (GD) enters the picture, it’s easy to feel confused by all the numbers, doctor's vi...
50: How to Build Balanced Meals for PCOS and Hormones [REPLAY]
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Originally posted as Episode 1. We’re celebrating a milestone with a replay of our very first and most-loved episode: How to Build Balanced Meals fo...
49: Top 5 Foods for Fertility
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to fertility nutrition, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in “rules” about what you can and can’t eat. But supporting you...
48: Understanding the PCOS Tests, Overcoming Treatment Challenges, and What to Do Next
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling more confused than when you walked in, you’re not alone. Many people with PCOS are left i...
47: Future Proofing PCOS: Staying Ahead of the Risks
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When we talk about PCOS, the conversation often revolves around fertility struggles. While this is undoubtedly a major aspect, PCOS carries a range of...
46: Diabetes Care: Focusing on Behaviours, Not the Scale with Dietitian Jessica Jones
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m excited to welcome Jessica Jones, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and co-founder of Diabetes Digital, a virtual nutrition c...
45: GLP-1's and Ozempic Beyond the Hype: A Dietitian’s Take on Supporting Lasting Health with Prabhsimran Saini
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into a hot topic in the world of diabetes and PCOS management - GLP-1 medications.I'm Trista Chan, a dietitian pas...
44: Food Fixes for Acid Reflux: What Works, What Doesn't with Dietitian Cathy Chu
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into a condition that affects so many people - gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).I'm Trista Chan, a dietiti...
43: The Truth About PCOS and Weight Loss
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Trista Chan discusses the complex relationship between PCOS and weight gain, addressing common misconceptions and the impact of weight stigma. ...
42: Understanding PCOS: Causes and Treatment Options
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Trista Chan provides a comprehensive overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), discussing its prevalence, causes, symptoms, and t...
41: Beyond Resolutions: How to Build Sustainable Nutrition Habits
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the common pitfalls of New Year's resolutions and share why it’s crucial to shift away from rigid goals and towards cre...
40: Ditching the "PCOS Diet" Mentality This Holiday Season
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be filled with rest and excitement, but the pressure of “diet culture” often rears its head this time of year - especially for th...
39: Surviving Holiday Stress: Protecting Your Gut Health During the Festive Season with Dietitian Cathy Chu
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Trista chats with dietitian Cathy Chu about gut health and its unique challenges during the holiday season. They explore how stress, ...
38: Must-Know Tips for Pregnancy with PCOS
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Trista explores the complexities of managing pregnancy with PCOS, focusing on dietary considerations, the safety of medications and s...
37: Beyond the Numbers: How to Have Self-Compassion while Improving Diabetes
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into a part of diabetes care that often gets overlooked - self-compassion and looking beyond the numbers. I'm Trista Ch...
36: Top 5 Foods for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to taming your pesky IBS symptoms, most of the content online is based in restriction. While dietary intolerances can be painful, there'...
35: Top 10 Meal Prep Tips for Busy People
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to balance a busy life and healthy eating? You don’t have to choose between the two. Meal prepping is often suggested, but let’s be hon...
34: Top 3 Mistakes We're Making with Carbs and PCOS
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the conflicting information about managing your PCOS symptoms through diet, then you are not alone! Ar...
33: Your Top PCOS Questions, Answered
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now, as you can imagine, we get all sorts of questions about hormone health. We've compiled the Top 5 Questions about PCOS that commonly arise in our ...
32: 3 Sneaky Habits that Wreak Havoc on Hormones
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been told that hormone health is all about eating the "right foods," only to feel frustrated when the relief you seek never comes? If yo...
31: Why 'Just Lose Weight' Is Failing You: Overcoming Weight Bias in Healthcare
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to understand and overcome the damaging effects of weight stigma in healthcare? In this episode, we dive deep into how weight stigma affects PCOS...
30: Do You Need to Eat Breakfast?
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is breakfast essential for hormonal health, or just another diet myth? Does it help or mess with blood sugars and insulin? Will it trigger daily bloat...
29: PCOS and Fertility: A Deep Dive with Dr. Laura von Hagen
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PCOS and Fertility: A Deep Dive with Naturopathic Doctor Laura von Hagen Discover the truth about PCOS and fertility. In this eye-opening conversati...
28: Inflammation in PCOS and Endometriosis: Understanding and Finding Relief
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the unexpected link between chronic inflammation, PCOS, and endometriosis. Learn actionable tips to manage it effectively and improve these ho...
27: How to Move on After Binge Eating
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with post-binge eating guilt and unsure how to move forward? Have you ever been told to just eat less or skip meals the next day, only to f...
26: Top 5 Diet & Lifestyle Tips for PCOS and IBS
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling exhausted from sifting through conflicting and often unhelpful diet advice for managing PCOS and IBS, constantly craving, experienci...
25: Top 5 PCOS and Endometriosis Myths with Cindy Dabrowska RD
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having trouble navigating true from false when it comes to PCOS and Endometriosis? In this special rerun episode, host and dietitian Trista Chan teams...
24: Unpacking Body Image with Dietitian Heather Bray
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s no denying the connection between body image, mental health and nutrition.I’m joined by Register...
23: 3 Steps to Spring Clean Your Pantry for PCOS
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed with managing your PCOS through dietary changes? The struggle is real. But, it can be done. And you'll never regret it. Let's spri...
22: Re-discovering the Joy of Home Cooking with Olivia Cupido, RD, MHSc
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Trista sits down with Olivia Cupido, a culinary dietitian, to discuss the importance of finding joy in home cooking. Olivia shares he...
21: Everything You Need to Know About Carbs and PCOS
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives into the intricate relationship between carbohydrates and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), debunking the myth that completely cutt...
20: Top 5 Foods for Managing PCOS
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Top 5 Foods for Managing PCOS: A Dietary GuideThis episode focuses on managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) through diet, offering listeners pract...
19: 5 Steps to Choose a Protein Powder
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we dive into:Scenarios where protein powder can help you reach health goals Difference between animal and plant based protein powdersIng...
18: Everything You Need to Know About Blood Sugars with Prabhsimran Saini
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined by Prabhsimran Saini, Registered Dietitian at The Good Life Dieititan. Prabhsimran is an expert at dietary management of PCOS, diabetes and...
17: Transforming Fitness into Social Connections with Melika Zamani
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melika Zamani from GymDate joins us in today's episode to dive into: How fitness can be a tool to make friends and build community Finding intrinsic m...
16: How to Build a Balanced Breakfast for Healthy Hormones
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we:Explain three hormones you need to pay attention to with PCOSUncover the science behind breakfast and hormone healthTeach you a...
15: Why New Years' Resolutions Don't Work and What to do Instead
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy new year! In today's episode, we dive deep into:The myth of the New Year's resolutionThe difference between hard resolutions and gentle intentio...
14: Year End Wrap: Highs, Lows and What to Expect in 2024
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final week of 2023! In today's episode, we dive deep into:Why we decided to update our services and products over the yearReal talk about the...
13: How Gender and Sexuality Impact Nutrition Care with Craig Pacheco RD MPH
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Craig Pacheco from Queerly Nutrition joins us to dive deep into: What is "intersectionality" and how it impacts your health The relationship between e...
12: 5 Hormone-Friendly and Stress-Free Tips for Holiday Eating
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Special Edition! Recording of our live webinar, "5 Hormone-friendly and Stress-Free Tips for Holiday Eating"I initially planned for this webinar to be...
11: How to Improve Your Gut Without Food Eliminations
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive deep into: Exactly what "gut health" meansThree reasons you may experience tummy troublesWhy food eliminations AREN'T the ...
10: 5 Steps to Meal Plan for PCOS
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive deep into: Why flexible meal planning can improve your physical and mental wellbeingHow to move from a perfectionist minds...
9: 3 Steps to Reverse Fatty Liver with PCOS
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we discuss:Why PCOS increases the risk of developing fatty liver by 4x How fructose, Vitamin E and plant foods impact your liver 3...
8: My Honest Thoughts on "Cheat Days" and What to Do Instead
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we cover: The truth of how cheat days impact your hormones and metabolismHow cheat days impact your mental health 3 steps to move ...
7: Eating for Pregnancy with PCOS with Christine Morgan RD MSc
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined by Christine, our prenatal dietitian who helps parents sand babies navigate the first few years. She's passionate about supporting the heal...
6: How to use Mindful Eating to Better Your Health
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we talk about:Why mindful eating can be revolutionary in your health journeyHow it can be used to improve your physical and mental...
5: Redefining Fitness for Women with Mel Grauds
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined by Mel Grauds from Melrose Training, and we chat about:How Mel approaches strength training for women and how that relates to your food rel...
4: 3 Steps to Boost Fertility with PCOS
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive deep into: How to assess your fertility status with PCOS An actionable 3-step framework to boost your fertilityCalories, m...
3: Healthy South Asian Meals with Prabhsimran Saini RD MHsc
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined by Prabhsimran Saini, Registered Dietitian at The Good Life Dieititan. Prabhsimran is an expert at PCOS and Type 2 Diabetes nutrition care ...
2: How to Find Endometriosis Relief with Nutrition
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive into:What endometriosis is, common signs and symptoms to pay attention toHow food can be used in the treatment plan to fin...
1: How to Build Balanced Meals for PCOS and Hormones
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive deep into: Exactly what hormones do and the 3 hormones you need to pay attention to with PCOS Three macronutrients and the...