Wellness Your Way with Dr. Megan Lyons

E287: The Protein Conversation We’re Not Having (And Why It Matters for Fat Loss, Energy, and Hormones)

This week’s episode dives into the often oversimplified advice to “eat more protein” and unpacks what actually matters for results like fat loss, energy, and hormone balance. I explain why total protein intake is only part of the story, and we explore common mistakes (like backloading protein at dinner or relying on high-fat protein sources) that may be holding you back. Plus, in Health News You Can Use, I share interesting results of a new study on vegetarian and vegan diets that sheds light on potential risks for bone health. Tune in to learn how to make protein work smarter for your body and your goals. Links mentioned during this episode: How to Eat Protein Blog Post: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2026/04/28/how-to-eat-protein-for-fat-loss-muscle-and-metabolic-health-not-just-more-protein/ [https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2026/04/28/how-to-eat-protein-for-fat-loss-muscle-and-metabolic-health-not-just-more-protein/] Hip fracture study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41275510/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41275510/] Kion amino acids: https://glnk.io/j6vy/thelyonsshare26m [https://glnk.io/j6vy/thelyonsshare26m] Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Megan: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk [https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk] Join our free weekly newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter [http://www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter] Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare [http://www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare] Lyons' Share website: www.thelyonsshare.org [http://www.thelyonsshare.org]

E286: Why Modern Life Is Burning Us Out (And How to Realign) with Dr. Aldrich Chan

IN THIS EPISODE: We discover how modern life may be pulling us out of alignment with our natural rhythms, and what it really means to reconnect. You’ll hear a thought-provoking framework for understanding stress, disconnection, and the brain’s role in shaping our experience, along with practical ways to return to a more grounded, integrated way of living. Aldrich Chan, Psy.D., is a neuropsychologist, psychotherapist, and founder of the Center for Neuropsychology and Consciousness. He is an adjunct professor for the doctoral and master's program at Pepperdine University and author of the award-winning book Reassembling Models of Reality. Dr. Chan has publications on mindfulness, trauma, creativity, and novel psychotherapeutic approaches. He hosts weekly meditation groups and has been practicing meditation with special interests in Daoism and Zen for over a decade. LINKS MENTIONED DURING THIS EPISODE: Dr. Chan's book: https://amzn.to/4aHYTyn [https://amzn.to/4aHYTyn] Dr. Chan's Instagram: www.instagram.com/draldrichan [http://www.instagram.com/draldrichan] Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Megan: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk [https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk] Lyons' Share Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare [http://www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare] Join Megan's newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter [http://www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter]

E285: Inflammation 101: The Hidden Driver of Fatigue, Weight Gain & Disease

IN THIS EPISODE: IN HEALTH NEWS YOU CAN USE, A NEW 2026 STUDY REVEALS THAT SIMPLIFYING YOUR MEALS (BY EATING MORE CONSISTENT FOODS AND MAINTAINING STEADY CALORIE INTAKE) MAY ACTUALLY SUPPORT GREATER WEIGHT LOSS. WHILE VARIETY ISN’T INHERENTLY BAD, REDUCING DECISION FATIGUE AND CREATING STRUCTURED ROUTINES AROUND MEALS COULD MAKE IT EASIER TO STAY ON TRACK AND SEE RESULTS. IN VEGGIES OF THE MATTER, WE BREAK DOWN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HELPFUL ACUTE INFLAMMATION AND HARMFUL CHRONIC INFLAMMATION, AND HOW THE LATTER CONTRIBUTES TO ISSUES LIKE FATIGUE, DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS, AND LONG-TERM DISEASE. YOU’LL LEARN HOW GUT HEALTH, DIET, LIFESTYLE HABITS, AND TARGETED SUPPLEMENTS ALL PLAY A ROLE IN REDUCING INFLAMMATION AND SUPPORTING OVERALL WELLNESS. LINKS MENTIONED DURING THIS EPISODE: Routinized eating study: https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fhea0001591 [https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fhea0001591] Inflammation information: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2024/09/17/inflammation-explained-symptoms-causes-and-how-to-reduce-it/ [https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2024/09/17/inflammation-explained-symptoms-causes-and-how-to-reduce-it/] Free Initial Consultation: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk [https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk] Join our free weekly newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter [http://www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter] Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare [http://www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare] Lyons' Share website: www.thelyonsshare.org [http://www.thelyonsshare.org]

E284: Jaw Pain, Headaches, and Stress: The Overlooked Link Between Your Bite and Whole-Body Health with Dr. Jason Horwitz

In this episode: Dr. Jason Horwitz and I talk about the mouth–body connection, and why issues like TMJ pain and bite alignment are often overlooked drivers of chronic discomfort. We discussed how stress, posture, nervous system load, and the way your bite comes together can quietly affect pain, sleep, inflammation, and overall well-being. Dr. Jason Horwitz, DDS, is a nationally recognized dentist and technology leader known for his expertise in cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry. He has trained dentists across the country in CAD/CAM systems, 3D imaging, and computer-guided implant procedures, and has served as President of the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, is a Fellow of the International Congress of Implantology and is an accreditation candidate with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Links mentioned during this episode: Dr. Horwitz's website: https://prestige-dentistry.com/ [https://prestige-dentistry.com/] Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Megan: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk [https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk] Lyons' Share Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare [http://www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare] Join Megan's newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter [http://www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter]

E283: You Might Be More Stressed Than You Think (Here’s What's Happening In Your Body)

This episode covers: A new study from Yale showing that parental stress may be a major, often overlooked driver of childhood obesity that's impacting parenting behaviors, children’s eating habits, and weight outcomes more than nutrition advice alone. In the veggies of the matter, we take a deep dive into what stress actually is (any demand requiring the body to adapt) and how cumulative “stress bucket” overload from emotional, physical, and environmental sources can lead to symptoms like hormone imbalances, digestive issues, fatigue, and blood sugar dysregulation. I also outline a few practical ways to manage stress by both reducing inputs and increasing resilience through sleep, nutrition, recovery, and lifestyle shifts. Links mentioned during this episode: Stress and Health Blog Post: https://bit.ly/HiddenEffectsOfStress [https://bit.ly/HiddenEffectsOfStress] Mindfulness and childhood obesity study: https://bit.ly/4rS6pNB [https://bit.ly/4rS6pNB] Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Megan: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk [https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYk] Join our free weekly newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter [www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter] Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare [www.instagram.com/thelyonsshare] Lyons' Share website: www.thelyonsshare.org [ www.thelyonsshare.org]