Ep281: Why Micronutrients Are Key to Looking & Feeling Your Best with Laura Ligos, RDN

In this episode, Tina chats with Laura Ligos—Registered Dietitian and the voice behind The Sassy Dietitian—for real talk on what it actually means to nourish your body. Laura shares her personal journey and professional insights on the often-overlooked signs of undernourishment, the powerful role of micronutrients, and how to find the right balance between whole foods and supplements. They explore why true health isn’t about shrinking your body—but about fueling it well, building strength, and feeling your best. If you're tired of restrictive trends and ready for realistic, sustainable change, this episode is for you. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why chasing a smaller body might be holding you back Sneaky signs you’re undernourished (but don’t realize it) The hidden reason so many women struggle with micronutrient deficiencies Whole foods vs. supplements—how to strike the right balance The truth about multivitamins and greens powders—worth it or a waste of money? How to eat more without the fear of gaining weight Healing before weight loss—what it really means (and why it matters) “Pay to play” and why fueling right changes everything Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake Pinterest: Carrots 'N' Cake Hormone Testing & Nutrition Coaching https://www.pinterest.com/carrotsncake/ About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals. Connect with Laura Ligos: www.thesassydietitian.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesassydietitian/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl89ymID5SNSHNiMc6OyOQg Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesassydietitian/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSassyDietitian/ About Laura Ligos: Laura Ligos is a registered dietitian who resides in Albany, NY. She believes in a food first approach and focuses on optimizing the health and wellness of active women. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences from Cornell University and went on to complete her Dietetic Internship and MBA at Dominican University. She started her own private practice & brand “The Sassy Dietitian” to help be a credible resource for those looking to improve their relationship with food and optimize overall health without restrictive diets. You can connect with her on Instagram @thesassydietitian or on her website at www.thesassydietitian.com.