Brianna Approved

Oct 20 2024 76 ep. 35 mins 7
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A lifestyle podcast dedicated to bringing you real science & clinical research about all things health, nutrition, botanicals and balance. Approaching complex subject matters with directness and humor. Hosted by Dr. Brianna Diorio—Integrative Medicine PhD, Clinical Nutritionist MS, Holistic Lifestyle Coach, FDN, Herbal Practitioner, NASM CPT.

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Episode 74- Understanding How Your Menstrual Cycle, Mood and Skin Health Are Connected

Oct 20 2024 29 mins  
In episode 74 I am talking all things menstrual cycle! I discuss: The 4 Phases Of Your Menstrual Cycle The Connection Between Your Skin Health & Period Hormones Impacting Your Mood Menstrual Cycle Hormones 101 ___ Be sure to follow my Instagram @briannadiorio for all the Brianna Approved educational content! You can visit my website www.briannadiorio.com to learn more.

Episode 73 - Sleep Health, Circadian Rhythm & Sleep Cycles

Oct 11 2024 29 mins  
In episode 73 we are talking all things optimizing sleep, circadian rhythm & sleep cycles. In this episode, I discuss: -Circadian Rhythm 101 -The Importance of Slow Wave Sleep / Deep Sleep -Science Behind The Importance Of An Early Bedtime -Why All Blue Light Isn't Bad -Hormonal Peaks During Sleep __ Be sure to follow my Instagram @briannadiorio for all the Brianna Approved ed

Episode 72 - Steven Kahn, Product Development Scientist at Onnit

Aug 22 2024 36 mins  
In episode 72 I sit down with Steven Kahn, Product Development Scientist at Onnit, a supplement company focusing on total human optimization and scientifically proven ingredients. We discuss: -Supplement Formulation Basics -Standardized Ingredients Vs Proprietary Blends -Avoiding Supplement Marketing -Melatonin Myths Watch our conversation on YouTube here! Follow Steven on IG

Episode 71- Daryl Nault, Integrative Health Research Expert

Aug 01 2024 33 mins  
On episode 71 of the podcast, I sit down with Daryl Nault, a researcher at Examine.com, the largest database of nutrition and supplement research on the internet. In this episode, we discuss: Hierarchy of scientific evidence Research literacy How to reduce research biases Cherry-picking scientific data Daryl is a dedicated researcher, accomplished data analyst, and pass

Episode 70- The Science of Vibes & Nervous System Co-Regulation

Jul 23 2024 34 mins  
In episode 70 I break down the actual science of vibes! I discuss co-regulation of the nervous system, limbic resonance, emotional residue and the heart-brain connection. I also get into why we rise to the occasion when we are surrounded by the right people (The Pygmalion Effect), how to increase heart coherence, and how to raise those vibes! You can watch the YouTube video her

Episode 69- Dr. John Douillard, DC, Ayurvedic Health Expert & Founder of LifeSpa

Jun 17 2024 44 mins  
Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP is a globally recognized leader in the fields of natural health, Ayurveda, and sports medicine, and has been teaching Ayurvedic wisdom for 40 years. He is the creator of LifeSpa.com, where ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern science. LifeSpa.com is one of the leading Ayurvedic health and wellness resources on the web with over 11 million views on You

Episode 68 - Gena Bradshaw, Holistic Health & Energy Coach

Jun 10 2024 46 mins  
In episode 68 I sit down with Gena Bradshaw, a holistic health and energy coach, two-time cancer survivor, and author of A Survivors Story, A Holistic Healing Journey Through Cancer. In this episode, we discuss: -Understanding your “energy bucket” -Chakra System Basics -Prioritizing Healing Modalities -Evolving Your Holistic Healing Journey Watch the YouTube conversation here

Episode 67 - Berberine, Not Nature’s Ozempic, But an Amazing Plant Compound & GLP-1 Basics

May 27 2024 27 mins  
In this episode I discuss all things Berberine and why I love it as a plant compound! I discuss Berberine's MOA, benefits, GLP1 basiscs/ how that relates to Ozempic, cellular, and molecular targets for Berberine (such as AMPK + Sirtuins) how it works on dosage and contraindications. -Berberine Mechanism of Action -GLP-1 Overview -Molecular Targets for Berberine (AMPK + Sirtuins

Episode 66 - Isaiah Frizzelle, Behavior Change Specialist: Trickle Down Therapy

May 15 2024 55 mins  
In episode 66 I have a return guest and one of my favorite homies for life, Isaiah Frizzelle. In this episode, we talk about: -Embracing Being By Yourself -Communication Vs Comprehension -Friendship Breakups -Transparency vs Vulnerability You can watch the full YouTube video here and watch our first episode together (episode 32) here! Follow all things Isaiah at the below link

Episode 65- Trickle Down Therapy with Doreen Korba, Psychologist & Business Coach

May 05 2024 47 mins  
In my first segment of Trickle Down Therapy, I sit down with my favorite people (and Brianna Approved homies) to have some meaningful conversations, purposely ponder life, and hopefully have a few laughs and nuggets of wisdom along the way! I sit down with Doreen Korba, psychologist, business and life coach and we discuss: 4 points -The self-awareness trap -Vulnerability vs Inti