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Be Your Own Health Expert & the Body-Belief Connection | Balanced Bites Podcast Interview | Ep 323

This episode is unlike any other we’ve ever released. Rather than Erin interviewing a guest… SHE is the one being interviewed! This interview on Liz Wolfe’s Balanced Bites Podcast was such a banger, we couldn’t resist sharing it with our audience.Hear Erin talk about her experience with a serious autoimmune disease diagnosis (and remission), where functional medicine can miss the mark, how to self-source your healing, and how your body is always trying to keep you safe - even when things may seem to be going “wrong”. Timestamps(10:42) How Intuitive Functional Medicine™ blends the science with the sacred(17:24) How continuously looking for the “root cause” can be the crux of the problem(23:14) How our mindset and our thoughts can influence our biology(28:08) When reaching the “I am done feeling this way” moment can bring you to a deeper level of healing(36:42) How your body uses symptoms to communicate with you(53:21) What it means to self-source more of our answers than outsourceFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/323-be-your-health-expert-body-belief-connectionCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Aug 13, 20241h 3m

YOUR BODY CAN HEAL | Manifest Your Health Series

In our last episode of the Manifest Your Health series, Erin shares a banger of a clip from the Beta round of Manifest Your Health. Hear about how your body regenerates on a daily basis and, while you can't go back and change your past, you most certainly can change your future. The cart is officially open for Manifest Your Health and we hope to see you there!

Aug 8, 20247 min

#1 Way to Shift Your Energy NOW | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 322

This week, Erin discusses how we can live in a hamster wheel of the same limited (usually negative) thoughts and beliefs day after day while wondering why nothing has changed. In order to live your biggest dreams (the ones you deserve, by the way), it’s important to start looking at and acknowledging the things that are working in your life. Erin leaves you with specific practices to help shift your energy into a healing frequency — immediately.In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps(8:40) Where you resist is usually the place to start(12:33) Start looking for what’s NOT wrong(18:36) How 90% of our thoughts today are the same as yesterday(20:31) How focusing on lack can trigger the stress response(24:00) Catching your thought patterns before they become symptoms(34:29) The science behind abundance mining & ways to start todayFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/322-number-one-way-to-shift-your-energy-nowCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Aug 6, 202442 min

Neurobiology of Chronic Conditions | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 321

Erin dives into the neurobiology behind chronic conditions like Long Covid, Epstein Barr virus, mold, and chemical sensitivities (so many more). The original infection can go away but the brain may still correlate those symptoms to the previous infection. Previously neutral symptoms like feeling tired or having a stomach ache can now communicate “I am still sick” to the mind and start a cascade of immune responses in the body. Learn different tools to calm down your nervous system so that you can begin to rewire your brain to look at the ways in which your body IS working.In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps(4:36) The difference between chronic and acute symptoms(26:08) Bridging the gap between the physical body and the brain(29:06) Factors that contribute to chronic conditions(35:32) Signs of chronic sympathetic response(42:24) Practices to calm down the nervous system(51:03) How to shift your focus from the negativity bias of the brain to the good things happening in your bodyFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/321-neurobiology-of-chronic-conditionsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jul 30, 202458 min

Subconscious Mind's Role in Healing Your Gut | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 320

What if I told you the same programming that got you sick can also help you heal? In this episode, we dive into how our bodies and minds are always trying to keep us safe and how, at times, a belief that was once helpful may need to be updated. Learn how and why those with adverse childhood experiences (or ACEs) and trauma are more likely to experience chronic digestive, gut and health challenges and discover tangible resources to help shift from chronic stress into a rest and digest state. By getting out of the fear-based loop, you can change your biology (and use it to heal!)In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps(10:35) Subconscious versus conscious mind(24:25) Taking advantage of the neuroplasticity of your mind(35:30) How stress impacts your gut health(46:02) How adverse childhood experiences and trauma can become chronic gut issues(53:53) Changing your biochemistry & gut health by dismantling the fear loop(59:57) Tips and tricks to resource your body & gut for better neuroplasticityFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/320-subconscious-mind-role-healing-gutCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jul 23, 20241h 6m

Using Manifestation to Heal Your Body | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 319

Today’s episode puts the tool of manifestation on the table to show what’s possible when healing the body. In this conversation, Erin shares parts of her story and how she used manifestation to heal, as well as 5 main nuggets of wisdom that listeners can take away and apply to their own lives. If you’re struggling with fears around healing or feel you’ve exhausted options, this episode is for you!In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps:(8:35) The origin story of Manifest Your Health™ (14:52) Hardwired beliefs and the reticular activating system (20:19) Breaking the stress-fear-symptom cycle (22:36) Magnetizing realities through feeling (25:12) Frequency medicine and subconscious reprogramming (35:25) Limiting beliefs and compassionate self-ownership FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/319-using-manifestation-to-heal-your-bodyCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jul 16, 202442 min

Reframing Chronic Health Symptoms | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 318

Erin interviews Cameryn, our Client Success Coordinator and previous client of TFN, for our first ever expander episode. They dive into how the framework within Manifest Your Health™ can help you shift your thoughts related to chronic health symptoms and diagnoses to a place of growth, expansion, and possibility so that you can reach your full healing potential.In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps(4:52) The difference between the field of predictability and possibility(11:11) What it means to reach your full healing potential(13:16) How self-compassion plays a role in healing(19:04) Reframing your diagnosis to feel hopeful and expansive(26:18) Metaphysical underpinnings of symptoms(41:37) A practice to rewire your brain for possibilityFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/318-reframing-chronic-health-symptomsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jul 9, 202445 min

Chronic Inflammation, Neuroplasticity & Your Healing Potential | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 317

This week, we discuss how the body and brain are connected through the gut-brain axis. Learn how supporting yourself on a physical level via decreasing systemic and chronic inflammation can allow your brain and mind to rewire and therefore allow for new ways of thinking (& healing!)In our Manifest Your Health™ mini series, Erin continues to offer up new ways to think about your health via our Intuitive Functional Medicine™  approach.  You'll walk away with perspective shifts to help you view your own healing potential!Timestamps(7:14) Why healing is not a linear track(9:18) The differences between the modern medicine and Intuitive Functional Medicine™(13:58) Neuroplasticity and the brain’s ability to rewire itself (16:01) How the brain and immune system are connected(21:01) Signs and causes of inflammation of the brain(27:57) Ways to decrease inflammation in your brain and bodyFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/317-chronic-inflammation-neuroplasticity-healing-manifest-your-healthCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jun 25, 202437 min

Microbiome, Metabolic Health & GLP-1 with Colleen Cutcliffe | Ep 316

Erin doesn't typically have brands come on the show to promote their products, but we're such a BIG fan of Pendulum at Team FN that we couldn't resist! Learn more about how GLP-1 works to increase satiety and curb cravings (and why it's labeled as such!). We're also discussing how probiotics help to support overall metabolic health. This episode is for you if you're interested in learning more about GLP-1, your metabolism or gut health. OR if you're a practitioner who utilizes probiotics — or works with metabolic health — in your practice.Colleen Cutcliffe is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pendulum. She has over 25 years of experience leading and managing biology teams in academia, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Prior to starting Pendulum, Colleen was the Senior Manager of Biology at Pacific Biosciences and a Scientist at Elan Pharmaceuticals. Colleen received her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Johns Hopkins University and her B.A. in Biochemistry from Wellesley College. Timestamps(8:06) How the microbiome and metabolism are connected(13:27) What is GLP-1 and how does it work? (23:27) Insight behind the three specific probiotic strains in GLP-1(26:49) Benefits of Akkermansia and why you may have high levels (40:04) Why inulin is included in GLP-1 probiotic and who should avoid it(46:55) Reasons behind why Akkermansia levels may not increase on a stool test even after supplementation FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/316-microbiome-metabolic-health-and-glp1Check out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jun 18, 20241h 0m

Supporting Your Metabolism with Liz Wolfe | Ep 315

This week, Erin welcomes back one of her first ever “regulars”, Liz Wolfe, to discuss all things metabolism, especially as it pertains to women in their 40s. While discussing macronutrients and protein needs can be overwhelming and quite confusing, Liz will leave you with pro tips and convenient, yet effective ways to ensure you’re supporting your body’s needs, whether it’s after a workout, during chronic illness, or throughout the aging process.Liz Wolfe is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Certified Personal Trainer who encourages women - all women, but especially the 40-ish crowd—to embrace their inner (and outer) badass using nutrition, supplement, and fitness strategies that serve both their metabolism and their sanity. Liz is the author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller Eat the Yolks, host of the award-winning Balanced Bites Podcast, creator of the Own Your Metabolism and Own Your Fitness programs, and founder of the IdealAge line of supplements and (soon!) skincare.Timestamps(19:27) Different ways to calculate protein needs(24:27) Low fat versus low carb diet trends(40:00) How to utilize amino acids for convenient and effective recovery(45:12) How amino acid supplementation can be supportive for workouts, chronic illness, and folks aged 60+(49:22) Ways to get more food-based protein in(53:37) CGMs: are they helpful to monitor blood sugar regulation?FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/315-supporting-your-metabolismCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jun 11, 20241h 1m

Skin Vitality & Natural Botox with The Facial Cupping Expert | Ep 314

Finally, the long awaited episode with The Facial Cupping Expert, Sakina Di Pace, is here!  Learn more about how facial cupping can be beneficial for reducing fine lines and wrinkles, cysts, and cystic acne. While facial cupping is growing in popularity, Sakina wants to ensure that folks are educated in how to use their cups appropriately and when cupping may actually not be the best fit - like hormonal acne and rosacea.Sakina has practiced acupuncture globally for the past 12 years. She began using Facial Cupping, in addition to her needles, to help alleviate the pain of patients with nerve conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, and to stimulate muscle strength in paralysis cases such as Bell’s Palsy. Realising how beneficial Facial Cupping was to her patients, she decided to incorporate the technique into her cosmetic acupuncture treatments.  Sakina is the creator of the ‘6-step Facial Cupping Protocol for Beginners’, along with a popular and accredited ‘Facial Cupping For Professionals Course’ that helps teach those who want to become qualified in offering facial cupping to their clients.Timestamps(17:07) What is facial cupping, how did it start and how does it work?(24:22) The difference between facial cupping and gua sha (26:32) Contraindications for facial cupping(31:07) Benefits of cupping(34:44) What type of oil be used for the best benefit(41:43) Sneak peek into needle tappingFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/314-skin-vitality-natural-botox-facial-cuppingCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jun 4, 202448 min

Natural Allergy Support | Ep 313

When Rachel, our Lead Practitioner, works with her clients in our 1:1 membership, she goes “inflammation hunting” to figure out the root cause of the clients' ailments. Seasonal allergies are no different. Where there is a time and place for antihistamines like Claritin and Zyrtec, we want to get to the bottom of why you’re suffering from seasonal allergies in the first place. Timestamps(8:24) Root cause behind seasonal allergies and histamine issues(10:44) How nutrition impacts seasonal allergies (23:14) Is a low histamine diet helpful or harmful?(25:35) Supplements we recommend for seasonal allergies(28:54) How focusing on your gut health can decrease seasonal allergies (35:57) Ways to support your body with detoxification and drainage in allergy seasonFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/313-natural-allergy-supportCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

May 28, 202446 min

Estrogen Dominance & Detox: What You Need to Know

Grab your DUTCH test and your headphones because this episode is a companion guide to understanding the estrogen section of your results. Learn the symptoms of estrogen dominance, how excessive estrogen can lead to diseases like PCOS and endometriosis, and why estrogen dominance is so common in this day and age. If you suspect you have estrogen dominance, you’ll learn about the supplement and food as medicine approaches we use in practice to help balance hormones. The biggest take-away from today? Never underestimate the importance of regular bowel movements.Timestamps(3:00) Symptoms of estrogen dominance and why it’s so common(16:32) How the liver, kidneys and GI tract work together for detoxification(23:46) Food as medicine approach to support detoxification(32:51) How things like genetics, plastics, and certain polyphenols can slow down detoxification(37:00) If you’re struggling with estrogen dominance even after looking at your diet and supplementation, you need to look at your gut (41:29) How constipation plays a huge role in estrogen clearance FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/312-estrogen-dominance-detox-need-to-knowCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

May 21, 202442 min

Supporting Hormones with Food & Nutrition | Ep 311

Food can be medicine, especially when it comes to balancing your hormones. In this episode, you'll learn how to make simple and effective shifts to your nutrition for hormonal health. We're talking about caffeine intake, seed cycling, detox, and minerals. While we love a good functional lab test here at Team FN, you really can (and should!) move the needle with your hormone health just by starting with the basics - food!Timestamps(8:32) Macronutrient recommendations for blood sugar regulation(18:18) How to shift your caffeine intake and intermittent fasting schedule to better support hormone balance(27:34) Different foods to support your hormones in each phase of your cycle(41:11) Seed cycling as a food as medicine approach(50:08) Ways to naturally support detoxification(58:55) Our #1 supplement recommendationFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/311-supporting-hormones-with-food-and-nutritionCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

May 14, 20241h 5m

Ways to Naturally Increase Progesterone | Ep 310

Progesterone has always been an unsung hero in our eyes, but now it’s getting its time in the sun - which is a good thing! Progesterone is super important for mood regulation, brain clarity, and thyroid health. That being said, it’s a very common hormone imbalance and the conventional solution is to treat with synthetic Progestin. At Team FN, we start with a root cause approach. Today we’re going to talk about WHY low progesterone is so common, how to identify if you have it, and what you can do about it.Timestamps(2:50) The key role that your internal & external environments play in hormone balance(18:30) Important questions to ask yourself when starting to rebalance hormones (30:06) Signs & symptoms of low progesterone(32:39) Reasons why your progesterone might be low(35:28) Diet & nutrition considerations for low progesterone and overall hormone health(40:32) Can you increase progesterone levels with supplements? FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/310-ways-to-naturally-increase-progesteroneCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

May 7, 202445 min

IMPACT: A Non-Traditional Way to Build a Business | Ep 309

After launching podcast episode 307: Starting a Business from Scratch, Erin received a lot of questions about how she’s grown her successful multi-seven figure business in a way that’s not only highly profitable, but also deeply fulfilling.This podcast is a live recording from the Manifest Your Wealth private group where Erin answers questions about her new program IMPACT. This program sheds light on how Erin grows a simple idea into a full blown program in a very non-traditional way - by using energy and a whole lot of self trust. Big things coming soon! Manifest Your Wealth re-opens May 1st and IMPACT starts May 7th!Timestamps(6:36) Why health practitioners tend not to invest in themselves(15:43) Starting a business with an exit strategy versus heart-centered creation(19:19) Getting clear on your own energy and letting your business follow suit(27:30) How I go from divine download to curated program(29:40) Learning to trust your “internal yes” and your “internal no”(33:26) Using self-inquiry, meditation, and hypnosis to hone in on your soul mission, signature offering, and soulmate clientsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/309-impact-nontraditional-way-to-build-businessCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Apr 23, 202439 min

Sleepy Girl Mocktail, Minerals & HTMA | Ep 308

Erin brings Rachel, the Lead Practitioner for Team FN and Lead Clinical Mentor of the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy, on this episode to discuss the popular TikTok and Instagram trend- The Sleepy Girl Mocktail. Surprisingly, not all trends are bad and this is one we can get behind! You’ll learn why magnesium is important, how common deficiencies are (and why!) and ways to increase your magnesium levels through supplementation and topicals. Rachel dives into the newest functional lab test we’ve introduced to our 1:1 Membership- the HTMA test, and shares how it can be an effective and affordable way to find lifestyle and nutrition recommendations for her patients. This is a great episode for both clients and practitioners alike!Interested to learn more about how to run HTMA tests in your own practice? Enrollment into the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy spring cohort is now open and spots are limited!Timestamps(3:11) What is a Sleepy Girl Mocktail?(9:27) What causes low magnesium, why it’s so common, and how to get magnesium through food sources (16:01) Different chelates of magnesium and the different impact and benefits they have(20:44) Topical options for magnesium(25:08) What is HTMA testing & why we’ve added it to our practice(33:03) How the HTMA test can be an affordable and effective option for lifestyle and nutrition recommendationsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/308-sleepy-girl-mocktail-minerals-htmasCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Apr 16, 202444 min

Starting a Business from Scratch | Ep 307

Erin answers the question, “If you had to start a business from scratch, what would be the first three things you would prioritize?” Erin covers the basic, more tangible topics, like starting an email list, networking with your existing community and getting confident speaking about what you offer. She also dives into more unpopular opinions, like getting started before you have everything perfect and avoiding niching down at the start. Although Erin mentioned three takeaways, you’ll get more than expected from this episode! Enrollment for our spring cohort of the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy is now open & spaces are limited. Apply today!Timestamps(5:45) Start with in-person clients before going virtual and get clear on what you offer(18:47) Utilize the networks you already have to grow your business(23:55) How to structure collaborations in a way that’s mutually beneficial(31:17) Say yes to everything & avoid niching down at the beginning(38:09) Don’t wait until everything is perfect to get started(47:40) Surround yourself with people that hold you to your visionFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/307-starting-business-from-scratchCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Apr 9, 202452 min

Lab Interpretation Case Study: OAT, HTMA & DUTCH Test | Ep 306

We’ve spoken about the importance of clinical mentorship, but we’ve never given a sneak peek of what that looks like within the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy until today!In this lab review session, Rachel Mistry, our Lead Practitioner at Team FN, supports an FNA student through analyzing functional lab tests whilst also taking into consideration the experiences and lifestyle of the patient. This case study reiterates our belief that treatment requires a whole body approach and is not one-size-fits-all.Are you a practitioner interested in gaining more confidence and experience with functional lab testing? Enrollment into the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy spring cohort is open. There are limited seats available, so apply today!Timestamps(2:44) How FNA supports students & grads through clinical mentorship(11:10) Chief complaints & diagnosis of the patient: Hashimotos, unexplained weight gain, histamine reactions, and mold toxicity(13:27) The importance of taking into consideration her life experience with the lab test results(22:45) How to support detoxification through lifestyle changes(25:04) The nuances of functional lab interpretation(30:02) How toxicity from mold or other environmental factors can inhibit treatmentFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/306-lab-interpretation-case-study-oat-htma-dutch-testCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Apr 2, 202432 min

Functional Lab Testing: Do's & Don'ts | Ep 305

This episode is a sneak peek into one of Erin’s Q&A’s within the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy. Erin answers commonly asked questions from providers regarding when and how to utilize functional labs, how to leverage your intake form for the best success, the pitfalls of the industry and the reality of imposter syndrome. Although this episode may seem like it’s geared towards practitioners, this is an insightful resource to use as guidance when looking for a provider.Registration for the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy Spring cohort is now open and there are limited spots available. Timestamps(11:33) When it’s a good time to start utilizing functional labs in your practice(14:18) Why functional medicine can have a bad reputation(19:17) Leveling up your intake form to best meet the needs of your client(24:59) How functional lab testing tends to be overdone(28:54) Impostor Syndrome & how to build your confidence with lab testing(32:40) The importance of layering in one lab test at a timeFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/305-functional-lab-testing-dos-dontsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Mar 26, 202438 min

H. Pylori - What You Need to Know | Ep 304

Erin was inspired to create this episode after sharing her recent stool test with clinically high levels of H. Pylori. She dives into the hotly debated topic within the industry: is H. Pylori an integral part of our health or is it something that needs to be completely eradicated? Learn the nuances behind how to test for H. Pylori, when we should treat it, and when it may be best left alone. Are you a practitioner who is interested in learning the nitty-gritty of H. Pylori, stool tests & gut health? Apply to the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy. Applications for the spring cohort are now open!Timestamps(7:39) What H. Pylori is and how it suppresses stomach acid (13:00) The role H. Pylori plays in gastritis and ulcers(16:01) Classic symptoms of stomach ulcers(18:54) The connection between H. Pylori and other health issues(20:17) Ways to test for H. Pylori (27:00) Why treatment should never be solely based upon lab resultsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/304-h-pylori-need-to-knowCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Mar 19, 202432 min

All About Acid Reflux & GERD | Ep 303

Erin explains how digestion works in the body and how dysfunction in any part of the process can lead to acid reflux & GERD. Learn how conventional medicine treatment can often mask the underlying root cause of GERD and potentially exacerbate the issue. Erin discusses the common foods and medications that contribute to reflux and simple ways to support yourself in your treatment journey.Timestamps(12:46) Conventional medicine: how PPIs long term can cause problems(15:29) How functional medicine can sometimes miss the mark with GERD(17:53) Digestion 101: Digestion as a north to south process (21:58) Troubleshooting your own reflux root cause (28:10) Signs & symptoms of low stomach acid (32:57) How to support yourself with reflux & treatment strategies FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/303-acid-reflux-and-gerdCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Mar 12, 202439 min

Ambition & Adrenals: Why highly ambitious people burnout - and what we can do about it | Ep 302

Are you an entrepreneur or a highly ambitious person that seems to be stuck in the “go-go-go” mentality and may benefit from learning when and how to rein it in? If so, this episode is for you. Erin uncovers the common hormone imbalances she sees in highly ambitious people and how our culture fosters an environment for burnout. Erin explains tools to rewire your self-image and identity to ensure you put your body before your business. Timestamps(5:42) The hormone imbalances Erin tends to see with ambition(14:14) Why hustle culture is anti-body(24:44) The not-so-obvious stressors of entrepreneurship (27:40) How your identity can impact your hormone health(43:09) If you don’t put a limit to your work, your body will (52:47) How to assess if your work is putting you in a catabolic stateFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/302-ambition-adrenals-burnoutCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Mar 5, 20241h 9m

Our Favorite Health Tools & Gadgets | Ep 301

In a world saturated with health trends and gadgets, it's easy to get caught up in the allure of the latest biohacking craze. Amidst all the hype, it's crucial to discern what's truly beneficial. That's why today Erin and TFN's Lead Practitioner Rachel Mistry are sharing their faves with you. The ones they bought and love, the ones they bought and never use, and the ones to save your money on. Join us as we navigate through the maze of health tools, offering insights and recommendations to help you make informed choices on your wellness journey.Timestamps(4:28) Health tools for stress & pain management(14:12) Detox support: why we love castor oil packs(20:10) Ins & outs of infrared saunas and red light therapy(38:07) Jazz up your general health with walking pads, light boxes & blue light blocking glasses(46:05) CGMs, HRV trackers & vagus nerve stimulators: are these gadgets worth it?(54:45) Specific ways to prioritize free wellness FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/301-favorite-health-tools-and-gadgetsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Feb 27, 20241h 1m

The Fertility Episode with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack | Ep 300

In this week’s episode, Erin welcomes back Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, previous podcast guest and co-author of the groundbreaking book "Real Food For Fertility." They embark on an insightful exploration of the menstrual cycle as a vital sign, the profound impact of nutrition on fertility, and the nuanced effects of hormonal contraceptives. They also navigate the terrain of timing conception, delve into male fertility considerations, and uncover key factors influencing sperm quality. Get ready for a deep dive into reproductive health as they guide you on your path to fertility success.In this episode:(7:41) Why we should consider the menstrual cycle a vital sign(9:43) The main factors that impact a woman’s fertility(19:12) Tracking your fertile signs(26:40) How stress can impact ovulation(30:16) Birth control contraceptives and how they impact fertility(42:03) The male counterpart: what men can do to improve sperm qualityFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/300-the-fertility-episodeCheck out The Funk'tional Nutritionist: Website | InstagramLisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. She is the author of three bestselling books The Fifth Vital Sign, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook, and her most recent book Real Food For Fertility, which she co-authored with Lily Nichols RDN. Lisa works tirelessly to debunk the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Drawing heavily from the current scientific literature, Lisa presents an evidence-based approach to help women connect to their fifth vital sign by uncovering the connection between the menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall health. With well over 4 million downloads, her podcast, Fertility Friday, is the #1 source for information about fertility awareness and menstrual cycle health.

Feb 20, 20241h 1m

Manifest Your Wealth: Money Mindset | Ep 299

Today’s episode is a bit different. Erin talks about how she renegotiated her relationship with money, receiving and abundance over the past 5 years. And how this allowed her to take her company from under 6 figures to over 7 figures in just a few short years. But don’t get it twisted - it’s not just about the money, it’s about the IMPACT that this has allowed TFN to create.We all have money stories and narratives. We have a collective money story, based on the society we live in. We also have a personal money story, based on how we were raised, our upbringing and our own unique experiences in life. We need to look at both to understand why we believe what we believe – especially if we’re looking to create a new and different relationship with money and wealth.There’s always room to improve your money mindset, and this episode is gonna get the ball rolling. To keep it going, join Erin in her brand new training series, Manifest Your Wealth.Timestamps:(2:03) Why are we talking about money on a health show? (16:45) Do you allow yourself to invest in your own potential? (22:53) Your personal money story(32:29) How your beliefs about money are created(37:27) Women & Wealth: our collective money story(49:27) How to shift your money framework to reach your goalsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO:https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/299-manifest-your-wealth-money-mindsetCheck out The Funk'tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Feb 13, 202454 min

Where Science Meets the Sacred | Ep 298

Here at TFN, we practice the Intuitive Functional Medicine™ model, meaning we utilize evidence-based practices… AND we also believe that YOU get to be the evidence. Because REAL power comes when we can use research, science and external data points, and allow that to coalesce with the sacred wisdom of our bodies. But what does that look like? And how do we get there? That’s what today’s episode is all about. Erin gets into the deep inner work that is an often overlooked, but very necessary, part of the healing process.This is another sneak peek into The Funk’tional Nutrition Collective… before enrollment closes on 2/9!!Timestamps:(14:09) The issues with erasing women’s POV(16:30) Are biohacking gadgets helping us or hurting us?(24:02) Using the body as a compass (28:11) How our modern world has become anti-body(30:55) 4 ways your health attempts can be thwarted (36:47) The difference between discipline and devotionFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/298-science-meets-sacredCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Feb 6, 202458 min

Deep Nutrition on a Budget | Ep 297

Eating healthy can be expensive - we know this. But we also know that how we eat builds our physical body and dictates our health, so it’s important to prioritize a healthy eating budget. That’s why on this episode of the Funk’tional Nutritionist Podcast, Erin shares practical strategies for incorporating nutrient-dense foods into your diet without breaking the bank. From kitchen hack DIYs to meal prep and planning, this episode is packed with actionable advice and money-saving strategies. Give it a listen - your body (and wallet!) will thank you later..Timestamps:(5:55) A reframe for thinking about your health(12:00) Things to DIY that you’re probably not currently doing(19:28) The most nutritious seed & the easy nut mylk to make(22:45) My favorite things to buy in bulk(38:43) Stocking ingredients over snacks(39:34) Meal planning pro tipsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/297-deep-nutrition-budgetCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jan 30, 202444 min

Supercharge Your Manifestations & Create Your Ideal Year | Ep 296

Today we're sharing a peek into one of our Funk'tional Nutrition Collective Mind Body Medicine Classes. Erin gets into the different energies of 2023 and 2024, Manifestation 101 tips, including how to train your mind to get more of what you want - AND how your circle influences your beliefs.Erin also explains why breathwork is not just a tool for the mental, emotional AND energetic bodies, but also a way to supercharge your intentions and manifestations.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/296-manifest-ideal-yearCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jan 23, 202431 min

Mold Toxicity: A Functional Approach | Ep 295

Mold. It's not always as straightforward as it seems, and its symptoms can mimic other conditions. It can be a hidden culprit behind various health issues, but it's not always easy to identify. From respiratory issues to brain fog, mold exposure can manifest in various ways.In this episode, we're not just scratching the surface; we're exploring the ins and outs of how mold can affect our bodies and what we can do about it. Erin sits down with her Lead Practitioner, Rachel Mistry, to guide you through the process of identifying, understanding, and addressing mold exposure.Join the Funk'tional Nutrition Collective!Timestamps(10:32) Mold only affects some people, not all(16:33) When to start thinking about mold toxicity (signs & symptoms)(22:48) Humidity in the home: why it matters(30:02) How to test your home if you suspect mold(34:48) Mold treatment strategies(47:01) Foods & supplements to support mold detox & drainageFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/295-mold-toxicityCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jan 16, 202458 min

3 Changes I Made to Regulate My Appetite | Ep 294

Hunger is a normal and natural response of the body, and we shouldn’t pathologize it. However, if we experience excessive hunger or have a tendency to eat a lot at night, it may be a sign that something needs to be addressed. Today, Erin unpacks some of the science and psychology of appetite regulation, and shares 3 major changes she made to her diet and lifestyle in order to find balance and satiety. Listen to learn more about the importance of protein-rich meals, eating three full meals a day, and the emotional and mental aspects of appetite regulation.Timestamps(1:16) Erin’s recent nighttime hunger(3:53) Why hunger is a good thing(13:44) Three changes to regulate appetite(30:47) Physical and emotional aspects of appetite regulation(33:15) Connection between stress and blood sugar(37:39) Binge eating and joy: what’s the connection?Join the Funk'tional Nutrition Collective!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/294-regulate-appetiteCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jan 9, 202441 min

New Year, New Paradigm: How to Make Health a Priority in 2024 | Ep 293

One of the most profound shifts we can make this year is to place our health at the top of our priority list. It's not just about reacting to health crises; it's about nurturing a consistent, proactive approach to our well-being. This means making time, space, and budget for our health, and recognizing that we are worth the investment.Our latest episode challenges the status quo and invites you to build a new health paradigm. We're talking about prioritizing health, taking responsibility, and embracing our whole selves. Listen on to hear about the official launch of the Funk’tional Nutrition Collective – and exactly WHY Erin created it.Timestamps(1:16) Big news: The Funk’tional Nutrition Collective is live(4:56) Reflecting on the current health paradigm – and the need for a new model(15:08) The five pillars for the new health paradigm(30:43) Move beyond the diet culture / anti-diet culture dichotomy(43:28) Breaking down the 4 bodies of health(55:54) Journal prompts for personal growth and changeThe Funk'tional Nutrition Collective has officially launched! FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/293-new-year-new-paradigmCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Jan 2, 20241h 1m

The Power of Bioidentical Hormones — Are They Right for You? | Ep 292

There is a huge spectrum of opinions on the use of hormone replacement therapy. On one side, it’s presented as the only option to balance your hormones, and on the other, it’s villainized. Today, Erin unpacks it all with Alise Greenfield, a Funk’tional Nutrition Academy graduate and NP with over a decade of experience in both conventional and functional medicine. Their discussion dives into the nitty-gritty of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), how it’s used, and what options are available on the market today. This episode offers a fresh perspective, challenging the narrative that aging for women must simply be accepted as "it is what it is."Timestamps(9:46) HRT vs BHRT: is BHRT really “natural”?(20:07) Signs & symptoms that you may (or may not) be a good candidate for BHRT(21:45) The 3 forms of estrogen & how each are dosed(27:31) An unexpected protective benefit of bioidentical hormone therapy(34:10) Monitoring BHRT & why the delivery method matters(45:22) Debunking the history of fear behind BHRT - what the data tells us This is the last day to shop the Funk'tional Friday sale!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/292-bioidentical-hormonesCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Alise Greenfield is a functional medicine nurse practitioner with a focus in women’s health and wellness. Her expertise includes hormone health, period problems, bio-identical hormone replacement and gut health, as well as skin health from an inside out perspective. She received her degrees from the University of New Hampshire. She has over a decade of experience in conventional and functional medicine in various settings. She has also been a patient herself with chronic Lyme and overcame complications by blending these two medicines. These experiences led her to the conviction there is no one right way to health and when combined appropriately, these two modalities can drastically improve people’s lives. Her practice is located in Dover, NH.When she’s not working, you can find her in the kitchen cooking or baking gluten free treats, in the ocean on her stand up paddle board, spending time with her young daughter and husband, at the gym or reading an entertaining book.

Nov 28, 202351 min

How to Support Your Gut While on Antibiotics | Ep 291

This is a resource-rich episode for the next time you have to take antibiotics. Erin discusses specific tools to put in place so that antibiotics do the least amount of damage to your gut. She also helps you weigh out the pros and cons before taking antibiotics, and what to do to mitigate any issues if you do have to take them. Be sure to share this episode with anyone you know who is on — or has recently been on — antibiotics! Timestamps(10:56) Weighing out the pros and the cons before taking antibiotics(16:44) What kind of probiotics are best?(24:03) When should you take them?(28:30) Supplements & herbs that support the gut lining(30:43) How & why to support liver detoxification(33:16) Foods to eat & foods to avoidSign up to be notified about the Funk’tional Friday saleFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/291-gut-support-antibioticsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Nov 21, 202340 min

Imbalanced Cortisol: 2 Questions to Ask Yourself | Ep 290

If you’ve ever seen imbalanced cortisol on a hormone test and thought “how do I fix this?”, then this episode is for you.There are MANY reasons for imbalanced cortisol, and Erin lays out many of them in this episode. But after 12 years of practice, there is something that she consistently sees as the NUMBER ONE reason for burnout, stress and cortisol issues. As a functional medicine practitioner, these are the 2 questions she asks anytime cortisol shows up as high or low on a hormone lab.This is exactly what you need to uncover and correct burnout, stress, “adrenal fatigue” and cortisol issues – and prevent them from coming back again.Timestamps(3:55) 3 different ways to test cortisol(5:47) Cortisol testing: should you even bother?(14:11) Reasons for high & low cortisol(19:41) How cortisol dysregulation opens up the doorway to other issues(21:33) Overfunctioning & boundaries: a clash between 2 essential needs(36:50) Are your relationships causing cortisol imbalance?Sign up to be notified about the Funk’tional Friday saleFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/290-imbalanced-cortisolCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Nov 14, 202344 min

Probiotics: Are They Worth It? | Ep 289

Probiotics are a 77 billion dollar industry (2022) and are expected to grow even more in the next decade. We all know how important gut health is, so if there is an easy solution to our tummy troubles, we’re gonna take it. Since we’re spending a lot of money on probiotics, we should probably ask the question…are they worth it?Today's show uses the current research to explain what probiotics CAN do, and what they probably CAN’T do. After listening, you can determine for yourself: should you be using them, and if so, what kind?Erin will also discuss specific ways to introduce probiotics & prebiotics with success – including what she refers to as “Microdosing Probiotics” for folks who are ultra sensitive. You’ll also learn overall strategies to support your microbiome and build a better gut!Timestamps(3:58) Akkermansia & Pendulum probiotic: an update on what we're seeing with clients(5:18) Can probiotics really "repopulate the gut"?(15:22) Probiotics & leaky gut(16:57) 4 probiotic types & customizing based on your symptoms(26:55) Specific foods & strategies to feed healthy gut bacteria(31:27) Sensitive to probiotics or prebiotics? Start hereFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/289-are-probiotics-worth-itCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Nov 7, 202341 min

Metabolism, Hormones & Weight Loss with Dr. Jade Teta | Ep 288

On today’s show, Erin talks to Dr. Jade Teta about all aspects of health - from stress management to metabolism to hormones to the best exercise for you. Dr. Jade has worked in-person with over 10,000 clients — most of them women. As a result, he’s become an expert in female metabolism, hormones and weight loss. His unique depth of knowledge makes him the perfect candidate for this well rounded discussion.Timestamps(8:51) The one adaptogen you haven’t yet heard about(18:17) Metabolism: learn your language of biofeedback(25:41) Safety vs Safeness & how these states affect your immune system(32:37) Why thinking in the grey zone promotes health(41:14) How to balance the weight loss equation for lasting results(53:18) The top two types of exercise that everyone should be doing - plus one that may raise your hunger levelsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/288-metabolism-hormones-weight-lossCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Dr. Jade Teta is an integrative physician and personal trainer with over 25 years of experience. The majority of his clients are women, so as a result, he’s become an expert in the unique attributes of the female metabolism and its hormonal strengths and challenges.To date, he’s worked in-person with over 10,000 people, helping them achieve their weight loss and health goals. And he’s helped hundreds of thousands more with at-home programs he’s created.Dr. Teta has a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and a Doctorate in naturopathic medicine, a distinct specialty of medicine focusing on lifestyle approaches to health, fitness and weight loss. He carries his license to practice medicine in Washington State and California where he is a registered primary care physician.Dr. Teta writes and lectures internationally as a continuing education provider for the medical and fitness fields. He is the author of several other best-selling programs including Metabolic Aftershock and Metabolic Prime. He also contributed both the exercise and sport nutrition chapters to The Textbook of Natural Medicine, the most widely used natural medicine textbook in medical schools across the country.

Oct 31, 20231h 3m

Building Confidence with Eating More Food: GET LIFTED | Ep 287

On today’s episode, Erin discusses how to transform fear and uncertainty into self-trust so that you can build a healthier relationship with eating more food. To do this, listen to the powerful mindset shifts shared throughout this discussion that will encourage you to reflect and then take action with confidence.This will be the last Get Lifted Thursday episode for now - see you next Tuesday! FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/287-confidence-foodCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Oct 26, 202325 min

Influencer Dietitians: My Thoughts on the Recent Washington Post Article | Ep 286

A recent Washington Post article about influencer marketing in the nutrition industry sparked some justifiably strong reactions. Erin shares her thoughts here — and it might not be what you expect. Pulling on her 13 years of clinical experience and a decade of sharing her work on a public platform, Erin explains why she's no longer interested in fighting the nutrition wars.This conversation will encourage you to think about the ways you are influenced online and to build some discernment muscles with who you accept advice from. Consider this episode more of a "think piece" than anything else. Timestamps(2:53) ‘Big Beverage’ funding — is it really anything new? (12:42) Why the ‘all foods fit’ mentality can be appropriate (but not always)(17:32) How allowing space for multiple truths expands our perspective(19:48) Why practitioners being TOO convicted in their beliefs can be problematic (client examples)(22:39) Feel kinda judgy about influencers? Here's something to consider when consuming their content(32:15) Using discernment with online advice FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/286-influencer-dietitiansCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Oct 24, 202338 min

Uncover Your Core Values: GET LIFTED | Ep 285

If today's podcast had a subtitle it would be: What if you actually started embodying the inspirational quotes & memes you share on social media? (Juicy, right?) We're unpacking desired values (how you want to show up) vs. embodied values (how you actually show up) and how to find alignment between these two. Erin teaches a game-changing exercise to help you uncover your personal core values so you can use them as a discernment tool to realign your priorities in your life.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/285-uncover-your-core-valuesCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Oct 19, 202319 min

Healing with Plant Medicine & Psychedelics with Dr. Maya Shetreat | Ep 284

Over the past decade, interest in the use of psychedelics has expanded from the recreational to the scientific. Despite this cultural shift, these natural methods are still often misunderstood. Erin invited neurologist and herbalist, Dr. Maya Shetreat, on to the podcast to discuss the healing potential of psychedelics and plant medicine. Their conversation shares how many people can (& already do) benefit from the effects of plants, along with different ways we can interact with them. If you feel drawn to the topics discussed throughout this episode, be sure to stick around until the end for steps you can take today to learn more and begin your own plant-powered journey.Timestamps(4:47) How food affects our cellular memory & neurological conditions(16:54) Understanding Master Plants to approach them with respect(26:59) Rituals to slow down, feel present & embrace the sacred(34:31) The impact of psychedelic experiences on the mind(44:28) Quantum dosing & uncovering the medicine within yourself(54:06) How to begin a relationship with Master PlantsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/284-plant-medicine-and-psychedelicsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Maya Shetreat, MD is a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, and author of The Dirt Cure and The Master Plant Experience: The Science, Safety and Sacred Ceremony of Psychedelics. She has been featured in the New York Times, The Telegraph, NPR, Sky News, The Dr. Oz Show and more. Dr. Maya is the founder of the Terrain Institute, where she teaches earth-based programs for transformational healing, including professional training programs for psychedelic-assisted approaches. She works and studies with indigenous communities and healers from around the world, and is a lifelong student of ethnobotany, plant healing, and the sacred.

Oct 17, 202357 min

What Does It Mean to “Be in Your Energy?”: GET LIFTED | Ep 283

On today’s GLT episode, Erin explains why being in your own energy is a super power. She also unpacks what, exactly, that means — and how to do it. If you have a tendency to seek answers outside yourself, this one's for you. You’ll walk away from this discussion with a clearer understanding of how to TRULY access your own authenticity.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/283-be-in-your-energyCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Oct 5, 202316 min

Building Muscle for Overall Health with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Ep 282

We often associate building muscle with spending lots of time at the gym. But building skeletal muscle is about more than just our strength and appearance — it actually plays a vital role in our overall wellness. Erin sat down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to discuss the health benefits of skeletal muscle and how the process of strengthening our muscles impacts us. Get ready for a mindset shift from focusing on what we have to lose to instead focusing on what we have to gain!Timestamps(7:13) Why traits like discipline can help or hurt(14:43) The importance of skeletal muscle & how it plays a role in different stages of your life(25:12) Ways to involve the whole family in building healthy habits that last a lifetime(29:58) The muscle-hormone connection(34:55) How body composition goes beyond appearance & links to aging diseases(40:10) How much protein you should eat (and when to eat it!) & Dr. Lyon’s favorite supplementsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/282-building-muscleCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is board certified in family medicine and completed a combined research and clinical fellowship in geriatrics and nutritional sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her undergraduate training in nutritional sciences at the University of Illinois. Dr. Lyon is a subject-matter expert and educator in the practical application of protein types and levels for health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She has continued to receive mentorship from Dr. Donald Layman, Ph.D., over the course of two decades to help bring protein metabolism and nutrition from the bench to the bedside. Find out more at DrGabrielleLyon.com.

Oct 3, 202356 min

How to Stop Struggling with Indecision: GET LIFTED | Ep 281

Struggling with indecision? Listen to this. This GLT episode is for those of you who hem & haw, go back & forth, second guess yourself and ask others to weigh in every time you have to make a decision. If you're looking to cultivate more self trust in decision making, this one's for you! This is one of those episodes you'll come back to time and time again!Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/281-indecisionCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 28, 202334 min

The Science of Aging & Cellular Senescence with Gregory Kelly, ND | Ep 280

In today’s episode, Erin invites Gregory Kelly, the Director of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective, onto the podcast to deep dive into the science behind aging. Throughout their conversation, Gregory simplifies the complex process of cellular senescence, and offers his expert insight on what we can do to support our healthiest selves as we get older. After listening to the discussion, you’ll understand how aging occurs, certain compounds to support our body’s natural elimination of senescent cells, and what you can do now to support your mind and body as you age.Funk'tional Nutrition Academy | Last week to enroll!Timestamps(5:04) The 12 Hallmarks of Aging(11:04) Autophagy: what it is & why aging cells aren’t inherently good or bad(21:11) How the dosage of senolytics impacts the immune system (27:45) Signals that show your body is affected by senescent cells (35:06) Research-backed compounds to support our body’s natural elimination of senescent or "zombie" cells (41:27) Actions to take for a healthy life as you age FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/280-science-of-agingCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Gregory Kelly is Director of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective, naturopathic physician (N.D.), and author of the book Shape Shift. His areas of expertise include cellular senescence, nootropics, anti-aging and regenerative medicine, weight management, sleep and the chronobiology of performance and health. 

Sep 26, 202352 min

How Do I Get Clients?: GET LIFTED | Ep 279

Today's GLT episode provides a peek into the business content from the Funk'tional Nutrition Academy. The module shared today addresses a question from practitioners and business owners alike: "How do I get more clients?" Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/279-get-clientsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 21, 202327 min

Magnetism & Aligned Action in Your Business | Ep 278

In this episode, Erin explores how to overcome the challenges of building a thriving business. These common struggles shared by many private practice and business owners highlight two major themes: the overwhelming burden of ‘too much’, or the frustrating sense of ‘not enough’.Throughout this discussion you’ll find thought-provoking questions that will help you identify the value you hold and bring to your work. Get ready for a mindset shift – one that builds your belief in yourself by accurately identifying what’s holding you back (and how to work on it). By the end of this episode you’ll be able to take action towards confidently expanding your business with authenticity. Funk'tional Nutrition Academy | Enrollment now openTimestamps(4:13) The Expectant State(15:50) How to get started - the one question to ask yourself to find aligned action (20:09) The difference between finding clients & attracting them — the reframe that you need now(24:42) Blending the divine masculine & feminine to manifest what you want(31:07) Is your lack of confidence a lack of skills or a mindset issue? (38:19) Specific practices to call in clients FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/278-magnetism-aligned-action-businessCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 19, 202346 min

Why Talking About Yourself is Not Narcissistic: GET LIFTED | Ep 277

Today Erin addresses the concern, “I want to share more, but I’m afraid people will think I’m too egotistical or I’m a narcissist.” Listen in to learn why that isn’t true, and what you can learn from hearing other people’s stories.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/277-talking-about-yourselfCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 14, 202316 min

The What & Why of Intuitive Functional Medicine™️ | Ep 276

At The Funk’tional Nutritionist, we’ve seen that lasting solutions for our clients aren’t limited to functional medicine strategies alone. This is why Team FN has always utilized a truly root cause approach to healing, with resources and support for the body AND the mind. In this episode, Erin defines the Intuitive Functional Medicine™ approach, how it can be used in practice, and why it’s so important. This episode is intentionally designed to get you to think outside of the box and shake up some of your beliefs!Funk'tional Nutrition Academy | Enrollment now openTimestamps(5:00) How intuitive medicine goes beyond functional medicine limitations(8:02) Ancient wisdom, inner knowing and the divine masculine/feminine(17:05) Tools to heal the four bodies(22:07) The stories of your body as a root cause(26:43) How to turn information into action(41:42) Why it can be harmful to treat our beliefs as truthsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/276-intuitive-functional-medicineCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 12, 202345 min

#1 Piece of Business Advice: GET LIFTED | Ep 275

This is the first Get Lifted Thursdays episode! On Get Lifted episodes, you get to ask Erin anything and she will give her unfiltered hot take. Today Erin will share her #1 piece of business advice and how it relates to everyone - not just entrepreneurs.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/275-business-adviceCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Sep 7, 202318 min