Can green tea boost your memory? Is the matcha craze worth the hype? In this episode, Ali Miller RD shares all about L-theanine an amino acid for stress resilience and tolerance with food-as-medicine and supplement support. She shares clinical research studies on the role of L-theanine in mental health and cognitive enhancement as well as physiological stress reduction (lower cortisol and secretory IgA) and improved sleep quality.

Also in this episode, Ali unpacks how nervine and adaptogenic herbs can support stress resilience and tolerance while supporting memory and learning. She shares about the reformulation of Calm and Clear and how trace minerals are now present in each capsule with sea-derived magnesium sourcing. Leave with food-as-medicine ways to consume matcha, understanding of clinical dosage of L-theanine for results, and why stress regulation is key in your wellness.

Links in this episode:

Last call for Early Bird savings on Mentorship Naturally Nourished Academy Mentorship

Calm and Clear has been reformulated! Check it out and use CALM15 to save (limited time offer)

My favorite matcha

Matcha Green Smoothie

Matcha Chia Parfait

Slice and Bake Matcha Almond Cookies

Research studies discussed:

l-Theanine, an amino acid in green tea, attenuates beta-amyloid-induced cognitive dysfunction and neurotoxicity: reduction in oxidative damage and inactivation of ERK/p38 kinase and NF-kappaB pathways - PubMed

How does the tea L-theanine buffer stress and anxiety - ScienceDirect

Effects of l-Theanine on Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged and Older Subjects: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study - PMC

Effects of L-Theanine Administration on Stress-Related Symptoms and Cognitive Functions in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial - PMC

L-theanine, a natural constituent in tea, and its effect on mental state - PubMed

Are you in a real food rut? Do you struggle with meal planning? Are you overwhelmed with reading ingredients? In this lighthearted episode, join Ali Miller RD with guest Corey Dunn of the Modern Ancestral Mamas to get inspired to get back in the kitchen. Corey shares practical advise and mom hacks for making real food a reality. Learn about priorities in nourishing while giving yourself grace and how your real food game may be amplified or greatly simplified based on your season.

Corey and Ali chat on kitchen essentials for success, meal planning strategy, favorite recipes, and what pantry staples are necessary for real food meals in a pinch. This episode covers the recent Avocado Oil Expose and GRAS law updates as they discuss ingredient integrity as well as sovereignty in your food selections. Corey shares a down to earth positive perspective on making real food a reality for the family with a no fuss approach. Tune in for a fun listen and gain a couple new ways that you can get back into flow state with your food-as-medicine lifestyle.

Links in this episode:

Stainless Steel Slow Cooker Amazon.com: HOUSNAT Slow Cooker 6 Quart 10-in-1 Programmable Stainless Steel Pot | Multi-cooker with rice, yogurt, sauté and steam functions. Delay start and adjustable temperature: Home & Kitchen

Ali’s Favorite chef’s knife Amazon.com: Shun Classic 6" Chef's Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife for Professional and Home Chefs, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding, Pakkawood Handle

Glass Olive Oil Spray Bottle Amazon.com: FLAIROSOL OLIVIA. The Original Advanced Oil Sprayer for Cooking, Salads, BBQs and More, Continuous Spray with Portion Control, Trusted by Chefs. Patented Technology. (Glass Bottle) (Golden Leaves)

Easy approachable ferment starts: https://culturesforhealth.com/ Use ALIMILLERRD to save!

Podcast episodes referenced:

Episode 480: Stone Milled Flour vs Standard | Naturally Nourished

Episode 414: Avocado oil vs. Olive Oil | Naturally Nourished

Connect with Corey Dunn:

ForNutrientssake.com

modernancestralmamas.com

https://www.bonfire.com/store/for-nutrients-sake/

https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

What is Beyond Keto? Have you gained benefits from a ketogenic diet such as weight loss, improved mental clarity, or reduced cravings but something just didn’t stick? A ketogenic diet can be very nourishing and diverse but it can also fall into a rut and become a total burnout especially if you don’t have a plan and truly fall off.

In this episode, Ali MIller RD, shares her exclusive monthly membership program Beyond Keto. She shares what’s included in the monthly membership, what to expect, the next couple of months of focus and challenges, as well as how members can address stress, hormones, inflammation and beyond with her functional medicine approach and guidance. Stay empowered and connected while you explore food-as-medicine and truly establish a sustainable food freedom you seek with Beyond Keto.

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Links in this episode:

Beyond Keto Launch Call on 9/1/26 at 12pm CST RSVP with link!

Explore my Beyond Keto Community for 1 month risk-free

Join my Beyond Keto Community with monthly or annual registration

Podcast episodes referenced:

323: Ozempic, Wonder Drug or Too Good to be True? | Naturally Nourished

Episode 403: The Will to Eat, the Will to Live & Ozempic Updates | Naturally Nourished

Episode 483: Hot Take on Peptides | Naturally Nourished