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In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, Dianne chats with NTI instructor, Megan Grover. They discuss chronic stress, burnout, and the role herbal medicine can play in supporting resilience and recovery. Megan explains the science behind adaptogens, like ashwagandha, and discusses how chronic stress impacts the nervous system, immune health, sleep, hormones, and digestion. They also discuss the realities of modern burnout culture, and practical strategies for supporting emotional regulation and nervous system balance.
In today’s fast-paced, high stress world, the information in this episode is so relevant and beneficial for anyone. Tune in to learn how to build resilience with herbs and reduce your stress.
About Megan Grover:
Megan Grover is a nutrition scientist and educator, based in New York City. With a Master of Medical Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Sheffield and over a decade of experience bridging science, education, and public health, Megan has built her career on translating complex nutritional science into actionable strategies. As the former Director of Education and Research at a growing wellness company, Megan led clinical research initiatives, served as the Principal Investigator on IRB-approved studies, and supported product development. She also created and oversaw the nutrition continuing education department for integrative nutrition coaches and dietitians, and managed all science-facing content across the organization.
Megan teaches multiple nutrition science classes at NTI and previously served as a full-time professor of human anatomy, physiology, and nutrition at the university level. She started MBG Wellness to address a critical gap she observed throughout her career: driven executives and professionals were experiencing burnout despite outward success. Through corporate wellness programming, Megan delivers the nutrition education, strategic support, and science-backed interventions that enable teams to sustain performance without sacrificing wellbeing.
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Dianne and Megan discuss stress, burnout, and herbal medicine:
- 01:30 – Megan’s journey with herbal medicine
- 05:38 – Stress, trauma & autoimmunity
- 11:24 – Modern stress & overcommitment
- 18:00 – What are adaptogens?
- 19:47 – Megan’s favorite adaptogenic herbs
- 22:00 – Herbal tea vs. capsules
- 24:19 – Corporate wellness and burnout culture
- 30:15 – Recognizing hidden stress patterns
- 38:45 – Connect with Megan
More on herbal medicine, adaptogens, and stress:
4 Adaptogenic Mushrooms That May Help You Manage Your Stress
Stress, Anxiety and a Holistic Nutrition Approach: A focus on Blood Sugar, Digestion and the Brain
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This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.
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