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Strictly Biz - Are Clients Feeling Entitled To Your Time? | Ep 124
Part of managing your anxiety is managing your energy, and last week Erin discussed how establishing your own sacred, grounding practice is a smart antidote to festering anxiety. While a morning ritual doesn't magically make all of the world's problems disappear, it *does* give you the fortitude to navigate whatever lies ahead. We tend to be much less reactive and much more grounded and calm when we are making sure our own needs are being met, and when we are not sacrificing our own needs to keep other people comfortable.This episode is part one of a three-part Strictly Biz series all about entitlement in business. You’ll want to listen to this one if you’ve ever struggled with setting boundaries in your business or finding more of the people you want to work with. Erin shares how she realized she needed to up her boundary game, building resilience and how setting boundaries in her business has not only NOT hurt it, it’s actually enhanced it. Setting (& keeping) boundaries has allowed Erin to find more of the people who respect them, and that, in turn, allows her to keep showing up in a big way.Just a heads up: this conversation is in true, straight-shooting-Erin form, and she says some things that may make you feel a bit...seen. Buckle up and let’s buckle down!In this episode:-How managing where energy goes and who you give your energy to helps you better manage your anxiety [1:47]-Why Erin decided to up her boundary game, and the signs that tell her she needs a clear boundary in place [10:18]-The new entitlement phenomenon that began happening after publicly setting my boundary [15:21]-The difference between admiration and value [19:19]-Why Erin isn't afraid of chasing off business with her boundaries [22:16]-How to tell if someone is not a good fit for your business [26:34]-Worrying what others think and why this gives away our power [27:50]-Where to draw the line between providing free content and paid work [29:23]-The caretaking conundrum, and why getting comfortable with the discomfort of saying no is so important [31:25]-How saying no to those who aren’t a good fit opens the door to more who are, and why this shift affects how you show up in your business [37:17]Resources mentioned:Organifi Pumpkin Spice (enter FUNK at checkout for 15% off!) https://organifi.com/FUNKPod: Episode 115 | Strictly Biz: Determining your Yes from your No https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/8/27/episode-115-strictly-biz-determining-your-yes-from-your-noPod: Ep 123: Creating Your Morning Ritual https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/11/3/episode-123-creating-your-morning-ritualFunk’tional Nutrition Academy https://www.erinholthealth.com/mentorshipFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Creating Your Morning Ritual | Ep 123
Feeling overwhelmed with life’s “not-knowingness” lately? You’re not alone. It seems that emotions are really tough right now. Between the pandemic, the election (that this episode is being released on election day is not lost on me), last minute changes with school, work and other plans - we’ve got lots going on and pulls in many different directions.With all this, it feels like an especially good time to talk about how to establish a grounded, sacred space for yourself. This episode is all about how to create a morning ritual that you’re drawn to and is meaningful to you. I’ll unpack what my 3 day panic attack taught me, how to create and take up space for yourself and why it’s so important to commit to yourself, even if just for a few moments, each day.In this episode:-Why my new office set up is relevant to the importance of creating a ritual for myself, and why nutrition and food are not the only pieces of the health puzzle [1:16]-The reclamation of “witchy” and a nod to the women before our time [4:48]-Why now is as good a time as any to start creating space for yourself [7:00]-How my morning ritual started [8:44]-A rousing explanation of what a morning ritual is NOT [10:03]-Why there is such a need for a morning ritual, and how I came back to mine after a brief hiatus [12:40]-What a morning ritual is all about and how it can not only dictate the outcome of your day, but also the income of your business [19:50]-How giving myself sacred space has allowed for big transitions in my life and business [22:45]-The “kiss of death” for doing anything, and why no one is going to swoop in and save time for you [25:23]-Why tending to your partner’s sacred needs is also important to tending to yours [29:15]-How not asking for permission to take care of your needs helps your internal perspective to shift [30:23]-Creating your space, staking your claim and why this can be especially tricky for women [33:00]-How setting and keeping boundaries can allow you to show up in a bigger way [36:50]-How to make your sacred space “yours” [39:24]-What to do once you’ve created the time and space [41:40]-Reminder of what a morning ritual is NOT, and things I often incorporate during this pause [44:28]-Specifics on activities I do [46:15]-Move the body, still the brain: tips for an overactive or scattered mind [49:09] Resources mentioned:FREE Meditations: https://www.erinholthealth.com/meditationsYarrow, Kittery, ME https://www.instagram.com/yarrowkitterymaine/Episode 77: Opting out of diet culture and cultivating self trust https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/11/25/episode-77-opting-out-of-diet-culture-and-cultivating-self-trustSacred Rebels Oracle Deck https://amzn.to/3jRmy2XAngels and Ancestors Oracle Deck https://amzn.to/2HVfhlmNon-toxic Ritual Candle https://amzn.to/3610rCjTarot for the Wild Soul podcast https://lindsaymack.com/podcastYour Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/**Did you start a morning ritual? Share on IG and tag me, I’d love to see how you’re creating your own sacred space!!**

The Gut-Skin Connection - Leaky Gut,Rosacea, Acne, Eczema, Keratosis Pilaris & Psoriasis | Ep 122
Today I’m picking up where we left off on the Gut-Skin Connection. If you missed part one, be sure to check that out! Last week I talked about how the gut and skin are linked, the different mechanisms that link them and why a healthy diet for your gut is also a healthy diet for your skin.This week I continue the conversation and discuss leaky gut, specific skin conditions, how they often manifest and important things to consider for them.This episode is definitely for you or someone you know if you’ve been suffering from a common skin condition like rosacea, acne, eczema, keratosis pilaris or psoriasis. I also talk about histamines and candida, and weave information throughout this episode that’s really important to hear from a holistic perspective.In this episode:-Short recap of last week’s episode [1:40]-Leaky Gut: in a nutshell [6:09]-Symptoms of leaky gut, and how it can lead to inflammation anywhere in the body [8:36]-How to test if you have leaky gut [10:02]-Getting to the root of a leaky gut & how to heal it [13:19]-Rosacea and the common underlying gut problem often associated with it [20:20]-Acne: why it’s an inflammatory disease and the massive contributors to it (food & otherwise) [23:50]-Breaking down the specific ways specific hormones contribute to acne [27:50]-Eczema/atopic dermatitis and the two biggest contributing culprits [34:20]-The caveat with elimination style diets and eczema, and instances where I DO NOT recommend this as a way to suss out food sensitivities pertaining to skin problems [35:26]-Food sensitivity testing for eczema [38:41]-Why you can’t out-diet a gut infection [39:30]-How histamine intolerance plays into various skin conditions, and symptoms to watch out for [41:26]-Ways our guts are exposed to histamines, and how this can sometimes cause our “histamine bucket” to overflow [43:27]-Things that contribute to histamine sensitivity, and what you can do if you have histamine intolerance [45:28]-How candida is connected to histamines, eczema and other skin problems, why it can get activated and how it proliferates [49:22]-Keratosis Pilaris aka “chicken skin” and the most common driver of this condition [51:01]-Psoriasis and why treatment is really about immune stabilization vs. how to treat the skin [53:21]-How using an infrared sauna may help with skin issues like acne, fine lines, psoriasis or eczema [54:46]-Sneak peek for The Gut-Skin Connection, Part 3: the final frontier [55:36]Resources mentioned: Organifi - enter code FUNK for 15% off! http://www.organifi.com/FUNKFREE Digestive Guide https://mailchi.mp/erinholthealth/digestiveguideWheat Zoomer - Food Testing https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consults The Role of Inflammation in the Pathology of Acne https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3780801/Neuroendocrine regulation of sebocytes – a pathogenetic link between stress and acne https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15507110/Lists of foods cross-reacting with pollen http://www.foodallergens.info/Facts/Pollen&Food/Which_Foods.htmlListen: Episode 67: Tips for Coping with an Autoimmune Flare Up Read: https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/tips-for-coping-with-an-autoimmune-flare-upHow to Test for Autoimmune Triggers & Root Cause https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2019/7/17/how-to-test-for-autoimmune-triggers-amp-root-causeFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Healthy Skin http://www.ErinHoltHealth.com/SKINEat to Achieve - move the needle on skin/acne https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveCarb Compatibility: if you know you have high blood sugars (dial in macros a bit more) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectYour Hormone Revival™ https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormones***Questions about histamines & histamine issues? Send them to [email protected] for an upcoming episode!***

The Gut-Skin Connection | Ep 121
Today I’m kicking off part one of a two-part series on the connection between gut health and skin health.Many of you already know that your skin is your largest organ, but we often forget that addressing skin conditions often requires us to go beyond topical solutions. Conventional/allopathic medicine tends to focus on the organ in question. For skin issues, the "solutions" are always skin-focused with treatments like dermatology, steroids, cortisone creams, Acutane, etc. They work from the outside.The truth of the matter is that skin is almost always an inside job. Sometimes it's hormones. Sometimes it's overburdened detoxification pathways. Often it's gut-related. Functional medicine likes to take a step back and ask, what's driving the imbalance? What are the triggers? Where did it start? How can we address the root so the organ can self-heal? These are the questions I ask in my practice, and how I attempt to address skin issues from the inside-out.This episode is all about the connection between gut health and skin health. I go into detail about these connections and explore how what we put IN our bodies can affect how we look and feel OUTside our bodies.In this episode:-Why sound byte nutrition does us a huge disservice [1:34]-New registration dates for Erin Holt Health programs [6:48]-Big (and little) shifts that are happening on the pod [8:11]-Business transparency, back end decisions, sponsorships and my continued commitment to YOU, the listener [11:16]-Why skin is an inside job [14:19]-Gut/skin/inflammatory issues: decoding the chicken/egg situation, and the valuable role functional testing plays with this [16:54]-Your skin, your gut and the unique connection they share [19:50]-Turmeric, curcumin and the therapeutic effect they have on the skin [22:55]-Nutrients the skin loves [25:14]-The specific way skin conditions are tied to gut health [27:54]-The first step to take in healing your skin [30:24]-How identifying food sensitivities can help your skin [33:52]-The drawbacks to elimination-style diets [35:52]Resources mentioned:Organifi Gold powder (enter code FUNK at checkout for 15% off!) https://www.organifi.com/FUNKErin’s Online Dispensary https://www.erinholthealth.com/purchase-supplementsFREE DIGESTIVE GUIDE https://www.erinholthealth.com/digestiveguideEat to Achieve https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveCarb Compatibility Project https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectYour Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesVibrant Wellness Food Sensitivity Testing https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsBlog: How to Heal Your Dry Skin https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2016/11/7/how-to-heal-your-dry-skinThe Gut Microbiome as a Major Regulator of the Gut-Skin Axis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6048199/Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Hormone-safe Skin & Personal Care https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholt

Wonky Periods & PCOS: Melissa Lee Shares Her Journey & Experience | Ep 120
In this episode I get back to the basics with health coach Melissa Lee on periods, PCOS and hormonal birth control. This episode is for you - or perhaps for your sister or daughter - if you’ve been considering starting hormonal birth control due to wonky period issues. Melissa shares her own experience with PCOS and birth control, how she transitioned off the pill and how she’s helped herself and other women regain hormonal balance by applying foundational food and lifestyle principles.Melissa is a health coach who supports ladies with hormonal imbalances, including PCOS. She uses both her own experience living with PCOS and the creation of a natural healing toolkit to help her clients improve their symptoms through natural means. Melissa works with clients remotely and creates an engaging community in her FB group, Find Natural Ways to Balance Hormones with NourishMel.In this episode:-The 80/20 rule, and why the basics are the biggest needle movers [2:07]-Melissa’s journey with PCOS and hormonal birth control [8:10]-Effects of the birth control pill [15:16]-Important nutrients and lifestyle considerations for period maintenance, or when someone considers coming off the pill [17:49]-The misconception surrounding your period while on the birth control pill [21:09]-Why carbohydrates are needed for a period [23:22]-The message your painful period is telling you, and the foods/nutrients that can help it [29:42]-Foods and herbs that help with hormonal acne [36:24]-Impact of xenoestrogens on periods [38:14]-The role of detoxification in alleviating acne [39:36]Resources mentioned:Natural Ways to Balance Hormones with NourishMel https://www.facebook.com/groups/576858976311822/Your Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesOrganifi Gold powder (enter code FUNK for 15% off!) https://www.organifi.com/funkFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Follow Melissa on Insta https://www.instagram.com/nourishmelhealth/

Building a Healthy Child with Dr. Melina Roberts | Ep 119
If you have kids, you probably know just how hard it is to keep them and their surroundings clean. Attempts to completely sterilize our outer environment is an inherently futile goal; microbes and pathogens have always been present and will always be present. As parents we worry about kids catching viruses or other pathogens, and in COVID times, this worry has ramped up cleaning efforts to a critical level. We’ve seen that even with our best efforts and precautions, we can’t completely avoid pathogens or viruses. So, what do we do?In this episode I chat with Naturopath Dr. Melina Roberts about what it takes to build a robust immune system for our kids. It’s an important and relevant conversation that can also be applied to humans of all ages. We discuss how efforts in our outer environment can benefit (or hinder) us, and how getting to the root of robust health actually requires focus on our inner environment.Dr. Melina Roberts is a Naturopathic Doctor, Author of Building a Healthy Child and Founder of Advanced Naturopathic Medical Centre in Calgary. She is recognized as one of the top Biological Medicine practitioners in North America and is a lecturer for the Paracelsus Academy. She is a leading authority in the field of naturopathic medicine specializing in Biological Medicine effectively treating digestive issues, chronic disease and cancer. Dr. Roberts is a graduate of the University of Waterloo and the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. She did a two year post-graduate study in Biological Medicine with Paracelsus Klinik in Switzerland. She was also selected to be a TEDx speaker for 2020.In this episode:-Erin’s philosophy on food [1:36]-Often overlooked symptoms of dairy sensitivity [5:45]-The key component to boosting our immune system [11:52]-What is the microbiome and how it relates to our immunity [14:08]-Circumstances that activate our immune system from foods we eat, and how this manifests as various symptoms or even disease [16:06]-Our obsession with cleanliness and sterilization, a weakened microbiome and the compounding toll this can have on our immune system over time [19:06]-The role pesticides, herbicides and insecticides play in our gut [23:33]-The potential impact of antibacterial hand sanitizer on your gut [28:38]-The three big factors that can move the needle in terms of addressing a leaky gut and rebuilding a strong gut barrier [33:03]-Stipulations with going gluten free [38:33]-Physical activity and its effect on the microbiome [40:41]-Potential effects of social isolation on our immunity, and ways to keep our immune system robust during COVID [44:48]Resources mentioned:Food Sensitivity testing https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Follow Dr. Roberts on Insta https://www.instagram.com/drmelinaroberts/More on Dr. Melina Roberts https://advancednaturopathic.com/Boost your immune system (enter code FUNK for 15% off) https://www.organifi.com/FUNK

Intuition, Energy Medicine & Personal Power | Ep 118
This episode is for you if you’ve been struggling with feeling spun out or paralyzed (or even both!) by life’s circumstances. Today I’m delving deep into intuition, energy medicine, personal power, and how this all relates to my “witchier side.” I talk a lot about the solar plexus and all the ways it manifests in our lives, how it feels to be out of balance with it, and ways you can harness your own unique energy to step into your power and regain a sense of control with your health - and in your life.In this episode:-How I got into what I call “energy medicine” [10:52]-How energy medicine shows up in my work [16:44]-“The fluff” and why I felt the need to branch off in a different way with energy medicine [17:11]-Why I rejected the term “healer” in the past and the role personal responsibility plays in my practice [19:44]-Intuition: what it is, what it’s not, and how to better recognize intuitive signals to help make decisions for yourself [26:01]-Quick breakdown of the chakras, your solar plexus, and how it relates to your personal power [35:44]-Diving into how your 3rd chakra energy allows you to show up in the world, and both the mental & physical the struggles that come when it’s out of balance [37:52]-Control, powerlessness, and the particular relevance of the solar plexus in the healthcare world right now [40:23]-What’s crippling some people (and throwing others into overdrive) and why this is SO important to understand in order to heal [43:05]-The two patterns I’ve seen emerge in people’s response to 2020 and how it all ties to either an excess or deficiency in your 3rd chakra [44:31]-Ways to heal yourself and bring balance back to your solar plexus [50:21]-Harnessing your “Good girl gone bad” energy, what it means to fill your cup, and healing a deficient 3rd chakra [55:54]-Bringing back into balance a 3rd chakra in excess (an ongoing practice for me!) and ways to disperse all that energy [1:01:38]-Evaluating technology use and what it means for an excessive or deficient 3rd chakra [1:06:46]-In the moment things to do for your 3rd chakra [1:10:45]“We cannot change the world if we have not yet individuated from the way the world expects us to be.” Anodea JudithResources mentioned in this episode:Organifi Red Juice (enter code FUNK for 15% off) https://www.organifishop.com/products/organifi-red-juiceEastern Body, Western Mind: Psychology and the Chakra System As a Path to the Self https://amzn.to/3hQKmTAWheels of Life: A User's Guide to the Chakra System (Llewellyn's New Age) https://amzn.to/3choAatAnatomy of the Spirit: The Seven Stages of Power and Healing https://amzn.to/3mFhMrMFeeling Good: The New Mood Therapy https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009UW5X4C/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1Guided Meditation for Uncertain Times https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2020/3/19/a-guided-meditation-for-uncertain-timesGuided meditation for Balance & Self Healing https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/meditation-for-balance Related episodes: 111: Sh*t We Don't Talk About (Good Girls Gone Bad) https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/8/5/episode-111-sht-we-dont-talk-about-good-girls-gone-bad109: Human Design with Aycee Brown https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/7/16/episode-109-human-design-with-aycee-brownGo beyond: Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Your Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesEat to Achieve https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieve

Ayurveda, Transformation & Weight Loss with Neha Premjee | Ep 117
Ever feel like your body is working against you no matter what you do? Ayurvedic Health and Weightloss Expert Neha Premjee joins me for a healing conversation that I think so many can benefit from. She talks about her 70 pound weight loss journey and what she learned, details how to use Ayurveda as a way to decode and understand your own body (for weight loss, chronic illness, & more), and breaks down how Ayurveda gives you a framework to begin healing from within. Find out more about this ancient science and why in order to truly transform, something inside YOU needs to shift.In this episode:-What is Ayurveda? Brief intro to the Ayurvedic methodology [5:27]-How Neha “got into” Ayurveda [8:19]-Introduction to the doshas [12:40]-How to figure out your dosha (& what to do with that information) [14:17]-How your dosha can influence how you eat/creating a food plan [19:02]-Applying Ayurveda to modern day [28:36]-Explain how Ayurveda, Energy, Emotions come together in one framework [41:15]-Ayurveda and weight loss [42:41]-Worthiness and the “juice” of Neha’s work [43:45]-How to actually enjoy the process of weight loss and/or healing yourself [45:48]-Where Neha starts with her clients [50:43] Neha Premjee is an Ayurvedic health and weight loss coach, a published author, speaker, and influencer. She’s traveled the globe for her work, and she’s been invited to speak at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva twice.She primarily coaches clients around the world to achieve weight loss using her signature 3 step framework - Ayurveda, Energy, Emotions. Neha uses the ins and outs of Ayurveda to achieve lasting weight loss, while teaching her clients how to address painful emotions and low energy to re-frame and totally and completely in love with themselves, develop rock solid self confidence and change their lives.Resources mentioned in this episode:Check out Organifi powders and get 15% off http://www.organifi.com/FUNKFree Dosha Quiz: find out your dosha https://nehapremjee.com/dosha-quizFollow Neha on Insta https://www.instagram.com/nehapremjee/Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Want more help with your diet? https://www.erinholthealth.com/programs

The Problem with Food Dyes (& why you shouldn't buy Kellogg's new waffles) | Ep 116
Why my feathers are all sorts of ruffled over Kellogg’s new unicorn & mermaid frozen waffles...and the BIG problem with food dyes.This episode is for the busy parent who is looking to glean some information to make more informed decisions about their food purchases. It’s also a short episode that you can share with people that you care about.Erin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Breakfast recipes: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/blog/tag/BreakfastFollow the hashtag: #ehhnoncerealbreakfast

STRICTLY BIZ - Determining Your Yes From Your No | Ep 115
This episode is for you if you have a challenging time discerning your YESes from your NOs. I talk a LOT about boundaries and saying no...but you don't get far in business as an entrepreneur without a saying YES a real lot.So how do you recognize the things that need your energy from the things that don't?Today I’ll take you through my 3 step process to determine my yes or no. I will also address a listener question that came in about this very subject!Follow Erin on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/FUNK’TIONAL NUTRITION ACADEMY Training & Mentorship for Health Practitioners https://www.erinholthealth.com/mentorshipEpisode 102: Your Wellness Business in the Time of Covid https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/5/13/episode-102-your-wellness-business-in-the-time-of-covid

The Postpartum Revolution with Annie Hopkins, PT | Ep 114
“Once you birth a child, you’re always postpartum.”“When women understand their bodies, they get shit done.”In this episode we interview Annie Hopkins, who is a physical therapist and yoga teacher. She developed a passion for helping pregnant and post-partum people feel at home in their changing bodies and specializes in pelvic health. We talk about what that means, and how understanding pelvic health and redefining the postpartum “normal” plays a part in the Postpartum Revolution. In this episode:-Annie’s recovery from adrenal fatigue-What she had to change in her life to feel better-What to do with your inner Mean Girl-Postpartum identity shifts-Grieving your former self-When you can’t do the things you once did-Erin’s postpartum confusion-Redefining postpartum “normal”-Normalizing support - and how to start getting it-Building out a healthcare team-Annie explains the pelvic floor - and why you need to get familiar-Are you peeing your pants? This applies to you!-Are you constipated? This applies to you!-Pelvis, Poop, Pee & The Queen of Shame-Postpartum movement: yay or nay?-How to breathe-What to expect with a pelvic PT exam - and why you probably need one"You don’t have the conditions for healing, and yet we’re being told to heal in a 6 week timeframe.”Resources mentioned:The Postpartum Revolution Podcast: https://www.fullbloomwellness603.com/podcastAnnie’s website fullbloomwellness603.comAnnie’s Instagram: fullbloomwellness603Annie’s Facebook: fullbloomwellness603 Your Hormone Revival: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesErin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Episode 53: When Your Doctor Doesn’t Believe Your Pain https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/3/20/episode-53-when-your-doctor-doesnt-believe-your-pain

All Your Cortisol Questions Answered - Part 2 | Ep 113
Why it’s time to take care of youWhy you shouldn’t idolize peopleIn this sequel to our last podcast, we continue the discussion and answer even more of your cortisol questions - like What is the Cortisol Awakening Response? What can you do for high or low cortisol? How can cortisol be activated and deactivated? We also cover some topics on why you should take the time to care for yourself, whether recovery from adrenal fatigue is possible, supplementation, and more. Tune in to have all of your cortisol questions answered!In this episode:-What to do for high cortisol-What the dials on the DUTCH test mean-Talking about cortisol clearance issues-Cortisol Awakening Response: what it is and why you should care-Cortisol + weight-How cortisol can be activated and de-activated and what that means & how to know-Menopause & grief-What to do for low cortisol-Is recovery from adrenal fatigue possible?-Questions about supplementation Your Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesJoin Erin’s Instagram fam! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes:Episode 112: All Your Cortisol Questions Answered, Part 1 https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/8/5/episode-112-all-your-cortisol-questions-answered-part-1Episode 82: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 1 https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/1/16/w96fndlyzhz5f71t2xpqbffjvp4navEpisode 83: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 2 https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/1/22/episode-83-cortisol-dhea-adrenal-testing-part-2Episode 72: Exercising with Adrenal Fatigue & Cortisol Dysregulation https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/10/16/episode-72-exercising-with-adrenal-fatigue-amp-cortisol-dysregulationEpisode 59: Fasted workouts, Cortisol + Weight Loss, BCAAs, Caloric Needs https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/5/8/episode-59Episode 65: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Weight Loss https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/6/20/episode-65-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-weight-loss

All Your Cortisol Questions Answered - Part 1 | Ep 112
This episode is one of a two part series on answering all of your cortisol questions. I have received so many questions and concerns regarding cortisol - what to do when its too high or too low, what affects your cortisol, how to balance and regulate your cortisol, and the list goes on. In part 1 we answer questions about cortisol + the gut, how to know if your cortisol is out of whack, cortisol testing, cortisol and hormones (including hypothalamic amenorrhea, fertility and birth control) and more.In this episode:-Cortisol + the gut-How to know if yours is out of whack-All about cortisol testing (can your doctor do it?)-Blood sugar, carbs + cortisol-Is there a best time for exercise?-How to balance and regulate cortisol-Night shifts, sleep schedules and cortisol-Managing cortisol spikes-Cortisol and hormones, including hypothalamic amenorrhea, fertility and birth controlResources mentioned:Your Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesJoin Erin’s Instagram fam! https://www.instagram.com/erinholthealth/Related episodes:Episode 82: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 1 https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/82-cortisol-dhea-adrenal-testing-1Episode 83: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 2 https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/83-cortisol-dhea-adrenal-testing-2Episode 72: Exercising with Adrenal Fatigue & Cortisol Dysregulation https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/72-adrenal-fatigue-cortisol-dysregulationEpisode 59: Fasted workouts, Cortisol + Weight Loss, BCAAs, Caloric Needs https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/59-fasted-workouts-cortisol-weight-lossEpisode 65: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Weight Loss https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/65-weight-loss

Sh*t We Don’t Talk About (Good Girls Gone Bad) | Ep 111
Alternative titles: Is Erin Holt Full of Sh*t? Burnout, Boundaries and ButtsWhat a botched vacation - and a bowel issue - taught me about raging against the caretaker role, learning to be okay with disappointing people & becoming more myself.A compilation of conversations with business owners & moms on how we’re navigating burnout & why we need to be ‘bout it ‘bout it with those boundaries.Erin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Your Hormone Revival: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesNY Times: In the Covid-19 Economy, You Can Have a Kid or a Job. You Can’t Have Both. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/02/business/covid-economy-parents-kids-career-homeschooling.htmlRolling Stone’s “Coronavirus Is Killing the Working Mother” https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/working-motherhood-covid-19-coronavirus-1023609/ Alicia Keys’ More Myself: A Journey https://amzn.to/30dqHaZ Brene Brown & Alicia Keys https://brenebrown.com/podcast/alicia-keys-and-brene-on-more-myself/JOURNAL PROMPTS/CONSIDERATIONSWhere can you set boundaries in your own life?In the home? Personal? Social? Family? Professional?If someone crosses a boundary, how are you doing to handle that?Where in your life are you not honoring someone else’s boundaries?

Emotional Eating with Psychologist Dr. Kim Daniels | Ep 110
Dr. Kim Daniels is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been working with clients for over 19 years and is passionate about helping helping those struggling with eating and weight concerns to make peace with food and their bodies and enjoy a new, healthy life. In this episode we’re talking all about emotional eating, which is more important than ever in this time of high anxiety.In this episode:-What Kim learned working with gastric bypass patients-Why the pre-op psych eval was so important-Surgery successes and failures-Emotional Eating: does it exist?-3 main ways people use food-ABCs of emotional eating-When part of you wants to stop dieting...and part of you doesn’t-How the rules of dieting can serve as a distraction-The importance of curiosity-Why night eating is SO common-Thoughts about the “Quarantine 15”-Trauma and weight gain-Weight and safetyResources mentioned:Therapy website (for CT residents): https://www.drkimdaniels.com/Coaching website: https://www.yourweightisnotyourworth.com/Food Freedom with Dr. Kim Daniels FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2660578360926813/Erin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/More from Erin: https://www.erinholthealth.com/Your Hormone Revival: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormones

Human Design with Aycee Brown | Ep 109
In this episode we’re talking about human design with Aycee Brown. The quest to understand ourselves better has been true for so many. When you’re feeling like you’re not in sync with everyone else, with the right tools you can let go of that belief that something is wrong with you and that you shouldn’t try to be someone else. Aycee is a psychic channel, spiritual guide and the founder of Good Night Darling Co. She knows what it’s like to live in a mental space of self doubt and fear. She overcame that through trial and error, taking risks, and betting on herself. Listen to learn more about how to figure out where and why you belong, and to live through your core instead of conditioning.In this episode:-How human design is different from astrology-What Aycee means when she says “your soul’s on the line”-Shadow work-How we can use human design as a way to help us-Finding strategies to move forward to your destiny (and why you can’t outrun your destiny)-Coming to terms with psychic abilities-How people can be catalysts-Aura types & what they mean-Why your creative career is a journey-Wellness pros: why you need to be in this for the long haul-How to use your inner authority to make better decisions (If you always have regret after committing to something, listen to this!)-What aura type is most likely to get burnt out-What it means to live from your CORE vs. your CONDITIONING-How to figure out your aura type (and then what to do)Resources mentioned: Learn more about Aycee Brown https://www.ayceebrown.com/Is My Aura On Straight? Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-my-aura-on-straight/id1459927270Aycee on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ayceebrown/Find Erin: https://www.erinholthealth.com/Erin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Upcoming Your Hormone Revival: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormones

Conversations on Weight Loss with Lucia Hawley | Ep 108
In this episode I’m interviewing with Lucia Hawley, who is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner with a master’s degree in Social Work and Clinical Mental Health. She teaches overwhelmed women how to stop dieting, lose weight for life, and to master their minds instead of counting one more point calorie or macro. Listen in as we discuss topics all related to not only how our bodies work, but how and why our bodies, minds, and spirits were created to radically coexist.In this episode:-People’s reaction to Lucia’s teenage weight loss-Creating a container to discuss weight loss-When you feeling guilty for wanting to lose weight-Why it’s important to use both the analytical and emotional brains when trying to lose weight-The safety that diets provide-Anti-diet culture messaging-How subconscious beliefs run the show-The connection between gluten + mental health-Where to start?-Assessing your core values-Building self-awareness-How to be more compassionate with yourselfResources mentioned:Lucia Hawley: https://www.luciahawley.com/Devoured Podcast: https://www.devouredpodcast.com/Lucia on IG: https://www.instagram.com/luciahawley_/Connect with Erin: https://www.erinholthealth.com/Find Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

How to Support Your Gut When You Have to Take Antibiotics | Ep 107
This quick n dirty episode is for you if taking antibiotics is a struggle for your gut. I talk about the specific tools to put in place to do the least amount of damage, weighing out the pros and the cons before taking antibiotics, and if you must - what can be done to help with those issues.In this episode:-Weighing out the pros and the cons before taking antibiotics-What kind of probiotics are best?-When should you take them?-Gut-healing supplements, herbs and foods-Dietary strategies-Foods to eat & foods to avoidFind me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Leave an iTunes review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-funktional-nutrition-podcast/id1292089107

Tools For Working Through Anxiety | Ep 106
The conversation in this episode is a little different because it’s coming straight from my heart. We’re celebrating three years of the Funk’tional Nutrition podcast and it feels like I’m sitting and talking with friends. But don’t worry, there’s plenty to learn in this episode. If you’re suffering from anxiety, this episode is for you. I talk about herbs and supplements that work for anxiety, ways to process anxiety, and what to do when it feels like nothing is working.In this episode:-Podcast giveaway + Podcast boundaries-Questions I am asking myself right now-A conversation about the past week-Resources from Black educators-Herbs & supplements that work for anxiety-How to sleep better-Food as self care-Calming & grounding practices-Ways to process anxiety-Energy work for anxiety-When nothing else works for anxiety-Emotional competence Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ErinHoltHealth.comResources mentioned on this show:Chrissy King http://chrissyking.com/Anti-Racism for Wellness Professionals: How to Show Up Better https://linktr.ee/iamchrissyking Dr. Tee Willaims Foundations of Social Justice Online Course https://imdrtee.com/foundations-self-paced/Leesa Renee Hall https://www.patreon.com/leesareneehall/posts Inner Field Trip & writing guides & articles offered through Leesa’s Patreon account Layla Saad Me and White Supremacy NYT Bestselling book http://laylafsaad.com/instagram-books Rachel Cargle The Great Unlearn https://www.patreon.com/thegreatunlearn/posts Online learning platform offered through Patreon Episode 43: Intersectional Feminism & the Co-opting of Movements: Interview with Chrissy King https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/1/20/episode-43-intersectional-feminism-amp-the-co-opting-of-movements-interview-with-chrissy-king Episode 89: Root Causes of Anxiety with Kaely RD https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/3/3/episode-89-root-causes-of-anxiety-with-kaely-rd

All About Vitamin D | Ep 105
Right now, everyone’s going gaga over Vitamin D. You’ve most likely heard about Vitamin D deficiency and COVID complications, but the truth is a whole lot is not quite certain. Given the integral role that Vitamin D plays in your immune system functioning, it makes sense. In this episode I cover topics like foods and nutrients to support Vitamin D, how to supplement, and how to know if you may be deficient. Tune in to have all of your Vitamin D questions answered!In this episode:-Foods and nutrients to support vitamin D-How to get get safe sun exposure-How much time in the sun do you need?-Do I need to supplement in the winter? In the summer?-How do you know if you’re deficient?-Are there signs/symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?-When to retest vitamin D-How to supplement-Risks of over-supplementation-General recommendations for Vitamin D status-People who are prone to deficiency-Reasons for LOW vitamin D-What to do if you can’t get your levels upResources mentioned:Safe suncare: https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholt?goto=products/skin-care?filters=sun-protectionErin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/https://www.erinholthealth.com/

Immune Health, Gut Health & Nature (including Lyme Prevention) | Ep 104
This episode is so relevant to everything that we’re all experiencing right now, so I decided to re-release it. Even if you’ve heard it before, I would recommend listening again - I feel like there’s a lot of really important points that need to be underscored. It’s not just what we’re doing at this time, it’s also a mindset shift. So, I go into germ theory as we all try to shift from a mindset of fear to a mindset of understanding, empowerment and control over our bodies, minds, and health.In this episode:-Chronic Lyme and Chronic Fatigue-Post-Treatment Lyme Syndrome-Antibiotic effects on mitochondria-What to do if you have to take antibiotics-Benefits of NAC-How to support mitochondrial health (read: energy)-Why Germ Theory Got it Wrong-Gut health + immune function-Two most important things to do for your health-The best ways to get vitamin D-Supplements for immune support-Lyme prevention-What to do if you get bit by a tickhttps://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/

All About Digestive Enzymes with Dr. Devin Houston | Ep 103
In this episode I have an interview with Dr. Devin Houston PHD, who is the founder and CEO of Houston Enzymes. We’re answering so many questions about enzymes, like: Is it possible to have an enzyme deficiency? How can lactose intolerance increase with age? How quickly do enzymes work? We also discuss other topics like reflux at night, the problem with food sensitivity testing, why it’s important to get a “headstart” on food breakdown, and more.In this episode:-Enzyme 101-Is it possible to have an enzyme deficiency?-How lactose intolerance increases with age-Why it’s important to get a “headstart” on food breakdown-Keto + high fat diets without a gallbladder-How dietary fat impacts stomach emptying and digestion-Reflux at night-How the gallbladder works and what happens when it gets removed-How quickly do enzymes work?-Is longterm use of digestive enzymes problematic?-Can your body stop producing them?-How pancreatic enzymes are released-Optimal time to take digestive enzymes-Where to start with food intolerances-The problem with food sensitivity testing-Polyphenols in plants + histamine reactions-Safety in childrenHouston Enzymes 20% discount* Coupon Code: houston20 Apply at checkout at www.houstonenzymes.com OR call to order at 866-757-8627*not to be combined with any other discounts Good for your first order One use per household. Expires May 31, 2020

Your Wellness Business in the time of COVID | Ep 102
There is this collective freak out happening with most small business owners about what to do with their businesses moving forward. So, I’m talking about something different - business - which is why this is a bonus episode. I’m sharing some of what’s in my head, like how to be a leader and why you need to be a leader, what NOT to do on social media, where to invest your time, and what to watch out for. I also cover how my mid-pandemic program launch went. Tune in if you’re a small business owner!In this episode:-BE A LEADER-What not to do on social media-Why I’m not a huge fan of the V word-Where to invest your time-WHO to invest your time with-What to watch out for-Should you lower your prices?-Is Launching & Selling taboo right now?-How my mid-pandemic program launch went-Some inner secrets of how I grew by business-Big announcement: My practitioner training coming SOON!Email me at [email protected]

INTERMITTENT FASTING - Part 2 | Ep 101
We’re continuing to dig into intermittent fasting in this episode (continued from last week) and we get into intermittent fasting as a weight loss tool, who should NOT do intermittent fasting, what fasting does to your hormones, and much more. I also answer some listener questions that came in about this particular topic.In this episode:-Intermittent fasting as weight loss tool-Biomarker improvements with intermittent fasting-Who should NOT do intermittent fasting-When is fasting contraindicated?-Considerations for disordered eating history-What fasting does to your hormones-Fasting and the thyroid-What’s leptin got to do with it?-How to start-Different ways to approach intermittent fasting-Different intermittent fasting schedules-How to transition away from fasting-Signs it’s time to stopJoin the Carb Compatibility Project: https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectErin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/HOUSTON ENZYMES Coupon Code: houston20 to save 20% Apply at checkout at www.houstonenzymes.com *not to be combined with any other discounts. Good for your first order. One use per household. Expires May 31, 2020Resources mentioned in this show:Episode 82: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 1 https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/1/16/w96fndlyzhz5f71t2xpqbffjvp4navEpisode 83: Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing, Part 2 https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/1/22/episode-83-cortisol-dhea-adrenal-testing-part-2Episode 79: When You’re Scared to Stop Dieting: A Convo with Wellness Lately https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/12/19/episode-79-when-youre-scared-to-stop-dieting-a-convo-with-wellness-latelyEpisode 77: Opting out of Diet Culture and Cultivating Self Trust https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/11/25/episode-77-opting-out-of-diet-culture-and-cultivating-self-trustEpisode 69: Morals, Stigma, Shame & Food: The Power of Intuitive Eating with Dr. Jillian Murphy https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/7/31/episode-69-morals-stigma-shame-amp-food-the-power-of-intuitive-eating-with-dr-jillian-murphyEarly Time-Restricted Feeding Improves Insulin Sensitivity, Blood Pressure, and Oxidative Stress Even without Weight Loss in Men with Prediabetes https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550413118302535

INTERMITTENT FASTING - Part 1 | Ep 100
This episode is a deep dive into metabolic health and why it’s so important. Can intermittent fasting be a therapeutic tool? What are the different ways to approach intermittent fasting? What are the pros & cons of a fat fast? Tune in to find out.In this episode:-Time restricted eating-Different ways to approach intermittent fasting-Pros & Cons of a fat fast-Benefits of intermittent fasting-Fasting and the gut-What does circadian rhythm have to do with it?-Conditions where fasting can be helpful-What you need to know about insulin-Signs and symptoms of insulin resistance and high blood sugars-Lab markers of metabolic syndrome-Brain health in menopause-PCOS-How to reverse insulin resistance New handle on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ The Carb Compatibility Project starts May 11th https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-project CCP weekly workouts provided by: https://www.steamhousenh.com/ https://www.blazenh.com/ Resources: Role of therapeutic fasting in women’s health: An overview https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4960941/The effect of fasting on the important molecular mechanisms related to cancer treatment http://eprints.mums.ac.ir/4867/Intermittent fasting interventions for treatment of overweight and obesity in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://insights.ovid.com/crossref?an=01938924-201802000-00016Early Time-Restricted Feeding Improves Insulin Sensitivity, Blood Pressure, and Oxidative Stress Even without Weight Loss in Men with Prediabetes https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550413118302535Lack of Sleep May Increase Calorie Consumption https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/lack-sleep-may-increase-calorie-consumptionSleep deprivation may cause people to eat more calories https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161102130724.htmMagnesium Deficiency Is Associated With Insulin Resistance in Obese Children https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/28/5/1175Insulin translates unfavourable lifestyle into obesity. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30541568Hyperinsulinemia: a Cause of Obesity? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28466412Circadian clocks and insulin resistance. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30531917Subclinical magnesium deficiency: a principal driver of cardiovascular disease and a public health crisis https://openheart.bmj.com/content/5/1/e000668Intermittent fasting confers protection in CNS autoimmunity by altering the gut microbiota https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6460288/

Weight loss, booze, weighing yourself, bloating & more...MIXED BAG EPISODE! | Ep 99
I cover so many topics in this episode that’s impossible to give it a specific title! This is actually something I recorded as a part of the Carb Compatibility Project, where I offer Q&A sessions. In this particular session there were SO many great questions that I just had to share it. There’s something in this episode for everyone and many universal topics, so tune in!In this episode:-Navigating diet culture when you want to lose weight-Challenging the idea of an “ideal weight”-Double standard of diet culture-Trouble-shooting the social isolation of a healthy diet-“Un-doing” progress-Things to consider when dining out at restaurants (and ordering take out)-Considerations for alcohol consumption-How to eat out when you have gluten sensitivities-Specific supplements and brands I like and recommend-Body odor??-Switching from using sugar to fat as a primary fuel source-Ways to troubleshoot “hanger”-Using common sense with a food program-Using and purchasing canned salmon - brands I like-Surprise visit from Hattie asking for snacks-BLOATING: Unpacking the reasons why you’re bloated after eating-Is it possible to over-eat nuts and seeds?-Do we need to soak nuts and seeds?-Diverticulitis and diverticulosis-Using gluten free flours-Using scales and weighing yourself - how much is too much?-Weight loss on the CCP-The link between sugar + bloating-A brief convo about lectinsJoin us for the next round of the Carb Compatibility Project - May 11th: https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectErin on Insta: https://instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionistResources mentioned on this show:Erin’s Online dispensary: https://www.erinholthealth.com/purchase-supplementsEpisode 69: Morals, Stigma, Shame & Food: The Power of Intuitive Eating with Dr. Jillian Murphy https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/7/31/episode-69-morals-stigma-shame-amp-food-the-power-of-intuitive-eating-with-dr-jillian-murphy Episode 76: Constipation, Gut Health & Melatonin https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/11/13/episode-76-constipation-gut-health-amp-melatoninEpisode 88: All Things Gut: H. Pylori, GERD, SIBO, Candida, CBD & More https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/2/19/episode-88-all-things-gut-h-pylori-gerd-sibo-candida-cbd-amp-moreEpisode 65: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Weight Loss https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/6/20/episode-65-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-weight-lossHouston Enzymes 20% discount* Coupon Code: houston20 Apply at checkout at www.houstonenzymes.com OR call to order at 866-757-8627*not to be combined with any other discounts Good for your first order One use per household. Expires May 31, 2020

On Boundaries & Burnout with Audrey Holst | Ep 98
If you struggle with setting boundaries, and end up burnt out, this episode is for you. I’m interviewing Audrey Holt, who is the founder of the Fortitude & Flow® Process which fuses movement and mindfulness to create sustainable action. We talk about how burnout builds, why anxiety is contagious, and why it’s so hard to set boundaries.In this episode:-How burnout builds-Snacking + the vagus nerve-How we regulate our nervous systems through other people-Why anxiety is contagious-A Big Boundaries Discussion-Why it’s so hard to set boundaries-On lowering expectations-Why you need to drop the ball-What’s your body asking of you right now?-Somatic practicesResources mentioned:Audrey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortitudeandflow/Standing Still Collective: https://fortitudeandflow.com/standing-still-collective/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist: https://www.erinholthealth.com/membership Erin on Insta: https://instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist

Optimize Your Gut Health to Optimize Immune Function | Ep 97
This episode is all about optimizing your gut health and ultimately optimizing your immune function. This is a time in everyone’s lives where we know we want a strong and healthy immune system, but may not be sure how. What’s more - this is a perfect environment for ‘quarantine snacking’ and emotional eating, which may not be the best for our gut microbiome.. especially if you’re not sure what foods to eat + avoid! I cover all of this and much more, so have a listen if this sounds like you.In this episode:-Quarantine snacking & emotional eating-Being compassionate with your coping strategies-Gut microbiome + COVID-Foods to eat & Foods to avoid right nowWork with The Funk'tional Nutritionist: https://www.erinholthealth.com/membershipCarb Compatibility Project May 11: https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectErin on Insta: https://instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist

Breathwork for Resiliency with Robert van der Heyden | Ep 96
“The whole goal of this, besides inoculating your immune system & helping you transition from a fight-or-flight state to a more relaxed state, is you’re creating space for yourself.”Robert van der Heyden is a resilience coach and he helps people to create more energy, better habits, and become resilient through movement, recovery training, and primarily breathwork. Tune in as we discuss why all stress isn’t bad, cultivating more presence, and how to create resiliency with a daily practice.In this episode:-Why all stress isn’t bad-Breathwork as a doorway into relaxation-Creating resiliency with a daily practice-Benefits of holding your breath-Cultivating more presence-Using breathwork instead of a preworkout-Relaxing breath vs. stimulating breath-Creating more oxygen (and why that matters)-Enhancing vagal tone (and why that matters)-Breathwork to heal the gut & lower inflammation-Nitric oxide as an immune tool[20:00] Parameters of practice: things to know before you breathe[25:00] Breathwork session beginsRobert van der Heyden https://robvdh.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askrobertvdh/YouTube on resiliency and parenting: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG7OgYSw6L9AWUq0m0Xb2mwErin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Eat to Achieve 21 Day Online Nutrition Program: https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieve

COVID-19 & Autoimmunity Minisode | Ep 95
In this ‘mini-sode’ at the start of the pandemic, there is a LOT of information flying around. For some who are looking for information, I’m covering auto-immunity with COVID - are you at a greater risk? And if so, how do you balance your immune system?In this episode:-Are you at greater risk?-T-reg cells-Cytokine Storms-TH1-TH2 dominance-How to balance the immune system-Herbs to use caution withResources mentioned in this show:Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist: https://www.erinholthealth.com/membershipTests & Supplements https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsEat to Achieve: https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveErin on Insta: https://instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionistTips for coping with an autoimmune flare: https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/tips-for-coping-with-an-autoimmune-flare-upAre You Th1 or Th2 Dominant? https://selfhacked.com/blog/supplements-foods-exercise-right-type-th1-vs-th2-dominance/?fbclid=IwAR0lMDcKwzrMxpFBEp4wl-DtHqYXFfu7IMBSM3DXvmhnqI5glGEtDraWVNo

Fear Response & Nervous System Down-Regulation Minisode | Ep 94
Tune in to hear why your digestive issues might be kicking up right now, pain flares & fear, how to groom your relaxation response (and why you must), practices for downregulating the nervous system during high stress times, and why extra nervous system support can help.In this episode:-Now accepting new clients into my private practice-Why your digestive issues might be kicking up right now-Pain flares & fear-How to groom your relaxation response (and why you must)-Practices for downregulating the nervous system during high stress times-Why extra nervous system support can helpResources mentioned in this show:Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist: https://www.erinholthealth.com/membershipA la carte tests & services: https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsEat to Achieve: https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveErin on Insta: https://instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionistRobert VDH Breath work: @askrobertvdhErin Telford Breathwork: https://erintelford.com/resourcesCheri Keirstead EFT: https://cherikeirstead.com/DNRS: Retrainingthebrain.comCoyote River Hemp Co. Goodandcompany.com Free shipping ALL orders FREE local door delivery within 20 mile radius from Portsmouth - includes CBD, hemp products and beverages Use code FUNK10 to save 10% off any order You can also call or text your order: 603-285-1245

Meditation for Uncertain Times | Ep 93
A 30 minute guided meditation from Functional Nutritionist Erin HoltErin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Eat to Achieve 21 Day Online Nutrition Program: https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveCarb Compatibility Project: sign up by April 1st and receive 2.5 hour gut health workshop as a bonus! https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectImmune Support for Coronavirus https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2020/3/13/immune-support-for-coronavirusErin’s Online Dispensary: https://www.erinholthealth.com/purchase-supplements (When you make an account, you will see Basic Immune Support & Get Boosted Immune Support under "Shared Protocols")

COVID-19 Plan | Ep 92
In this episode:-Why I'm disappointed with a lot of people in the health community-Different parts of the immune system-What does it mean to boost the immune system?-4 step plan on how to do it-Herbs for coronavirus infection-What’s up with elderberry syrup? Why isn’t it safe for COVID-19?Carb Compatibility Project: sign up by April 1st and receive What the Gut workshop as a bonus! https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectEat to Achieve: https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveErin’s Online Dispensary: https://www.erinholthealth.com/purchase-supplements (When you make an account, you will see Basic Immune Support & Get Boosted Immune Support under Shared Protocols)Immune Support for Coronavirus https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2020/3/13/immune-support-for-coronavirusErin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Stephen Buhner Corona https://www.stephenharrodbuhner.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/coronavirus.txt.pdfONLINE WORKOUTS:Steam House Yoga & Pilates Virtual classes: https://www.steamhousenh.com/Blaze Yoga & Pilates Virtual classes: https://www.blazenh.com/

Integrative Cancer Care with Cathy Biase | Ep 91
Today we’re talking about integrative cancer care with Cathy Biase, who is a registered holistic nutritionist and cancer coach. She works alongside oncologists and conventional care with nutrition for cancer, gut health, micro-biome, and circadian rhythms. There are definitely some new perspectives in this episode, so tune in to learn more about topics like keto and cancer, supplement safety, cancer prevention, the hormone connection, and more.In this episode:-Nutrition for cancer“When you’re taking in calories that are challenging for the body to digest, it can increase the strain on the body and perhaps increase inflammation.”-Cancer and Keto-Meditteranean diet-Supplement safety for cancer?-Concept of therapeutic diet vs. lifetime diet-Spirituality, faith and mindset during cancer treatment-Eating as a cue for circadian rhythm“Our bodies have certain functions that they like to do during the day and certain functions that they prefer to do at night, and when we start messing up the signals, that’s when we can run into some health troubles.”-The best time to eat-Fasting for chemo and cancer treatments-Ketosis vs. Ketogenic diet for cancer treatment-Why you need to avoid detox programs when going through cancer treatments“Detox can be stressful for an already stressed system.”-Antioxidant controversy during cancer treatments-Key components of cancer prevention-Gut health, microbiome & cancer"Inflammation is the beginning phases of cancer.”-The hormone connection-Estrogen and hormone-positive cancers-Aromatase inhibitor side effects-Mitigating the fear of recurrenceCathy Biase: http://www.cathybiase.com/Carb Compatibility Project starts April 13th https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectEat to Achieve Self Study Nutrition Program https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieve

Migraine Triggers, Prevention & Treatments | Ep 90
This episode is all about migraines. Listen in as I cover different types of causes and triggers (which is really important to understand, it’s the #1 way to prevent them!), the migraine-hormone link, and different treatment options/symptom relief. Plus, an update on Coronavirus.In this episode:-Update on Coronavirus-What you can do to keep calm & stay prepared-Supplements I’m taking & Foods I’m eating-The difference between headaches & migraines-Dopamine’s role-Food Triggers for Migraines-Nutrients of interest-Do you need a low histamine diet-The Migraine-Hormone Link-What’s Melatonin Got to Do with it-Natural Symptom reliefCarb Compatibility Project starts April 13th https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectEat to Achieve Self Study Nutrition Program https://www.erinholthealth.com/eat-to-achieveErin’s Coronavirus Smart Prep: https://www.instagram.com/p/B9MVKLSnxDM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkImmune-Boosting Hot Chocolate https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/immune-boosting-hot-chocolateHow to Make your own Brazil Nut/Pepita Mylk: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B9RtzNNn7C3/Community acquired pneumonia & Glutathione https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1024907918802956?fbclid=IwAR0vW8217tjJlA_-WPZTUVCOp3JLCVxYBCqUFFwmhve6uc-sgCAppOQVf0U&Liposomal Glutathione: https://amzn.to/2wvuaoDS-Acetyl Glutathione https://amzn.to/38nCXGuErin’s Online Dispensary https://www.erinholthealth.com/purchase-supplementsMcGarty & Associates: https://www.mcgartyassociates.com/How Much Protein Do We *Really* Need? https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/1/30/episode-85-how-much-protein-do-we-really-need

Root Causes of Anxiety with Kaely RD | Ep 89
“Reducing anxiety means reducing different inputs of stress on the body.”Kaely McDevitt is a registered dietician who focuses on women’s health and works heavily with the functional nutrition and functional medicine piece of this topic. Anxiety is the name of the game for today’s episode. The more I talk about anxiety, the more I realize people are struggling with it. Tune is as we discuss topics like the uptick in anxiety, nutrition to build neurotransmitters, brain health and mood, cyclical anxiety, and the first step to figuring out your anxiety triggers & root causes.In this episode:-Why the uptick in anxiety?-Why you need to audit your TV binges-Nutrition to build neurotransmitters, brain health and mood-Why serotonin matters-Eating for serotonin-Macronutrient balance for anxiety-Why protein intake is so important-Is Intermittent Fasting appropriate for people with anxiety?-What you need to understand about blood sugar-Specific micronutrients to prevent anxiety-Zinc/Copper ratio-Nature’s “Anti-Anxiety” Pill-Is your anxiety cyclical?-The Progesterone-Anxiety Link-Signs & Symptoms of low progesterone-Reasons for low progesterone-Anxiety as a manifestation of gut problems-Gut-Brain Communication-How to assess neurotransmitter levels-First step to figuring out your anxiety triggers & root causes-Mindset work for anxiety-Helpful supplements to try-Herbalism for anxietyKaely on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaelyrd/Find Kaely: https://www.kaelyrd.com/The Mood Cure book: https://amzn.to/37CxonaThe Mood Type Quiz: https://www.juliarosscures.com/mood-type-questionnaire/Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Episode 58: Women’s Hormones: Spotlight on PCOS & Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Kaely McDevitt, RD https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/5/1/episode-58-womens-hormones-spotlight-on-pcos-amp-hypothalamic-amenorrhea

All Things Gut: H. Pylori, GERD, SIBO, Candida, CBD & More | Ep 88
Today I’m talking all about the gut and answering some listener questions about the gut. I’m going to talk about H. Pylori (what it is, who is at risk), reflux & GERD, the link between oral & gut health, different types of bloating, what you need to know about treatment, and more.In this episode:-Updates on gut stuff-What is H. Pylori?-Other causes of ulcers:-Who is at risk of H. Pylori?-Issues with acid-blocking drugs-Reflux & GERD-How is H. Pylori transmitted-The link between oral health and gut health-Symptoms of H. Pylori-What different types of bloating tell you about your gut-Candida & Fungal Overgrowths-SIBO-Different types of gut testing-All about gastritis-What you *need* to know about treatment-How to use CBD for gut healthCoyote River Hemp Co. FUNK10 for the 10% off code at goodandcompany.coALIGN: a day experience for dreamers Saturday, March 21st 10:00am-5:30pm all + one, Portsmouth, NH ERIN2020 to save $20 off tickets promo code is only valid until 2/20 https://www.thealignexperience.com/Say hi on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Eczema, Skin Rashes & What You Need to Know with Jennifer Fugo | Ep 87
This episode is the first time I really sit down and dig into skin on the podcast. I sit down with Jennifer Fugo, who is a clinical nutrition that empowers women who were failed by the conventional medicine system to beat chronic skin challenges. Listen as we dive into these topics and more: skin shame, labs to ask for, if healthy skin "is “perfect”, the skin microbiome, rosacea, the psoriasis-gut connection, and food sensitivities and eczema.In this episode:-Skin shame-Is healthy skin “perfect” skin?-Labs to ask for-Thyroid-Skin Connection-Do you “detox” through your skin?-Why your skin goes crazy on candida cleanses-Skin microbiome-Seborrheic dermatitis-Dandruff & yeast-Why you should NOT use coconut oil on your skin-Leaky gut + leaky skin-Rosacea-Psoriasis - Gut Connection-Food sensitivities & eczema-Nutrient Deficiencies in skin disorders“The gut - and what’s going on in the gut - is telling the skin how to show up.”“Your skin is built from the inside-out, not the outside-in.”Coyote River Hemp Co. FUNK10 for the 10% off code at goodandcompany.coConnect with Jennifer Fugo: www.Skinterrupt.comLow Stomach Acid At-Home Test: https://www.skinterrupt.com/opt-in-diy-stomach-acid-test/Healthy Skin Show Podcast: http://skinterrupt.com/listenFind Erin on IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

How to Prevent the Flu & What to Do if You Get it | Ep 86
Listen in as I go over topics on the Flu, such as: General immune maintenance & prevention, what about the flu vaccine, food-as-medicine tactics, recipes & herbs, what to do if you’ve been exposed/are around someone who has it, how to prevent the spread of influenza, plus what to do when you first start feeling symptoms.In this episode:-General immune maintenance & prevention-What about the flu vaccine?-Food-as-medicine tactics, recipes & herbs-If you’ve been exposed/are around someone who has it:-How to prevent the spread of influenza-What to do when you first start feeling symptoms-Treatment for early onset flu-Ways to ease symptoms-What to do with a feverGet the Flu Prevention & Care GUIDE: https://mailchi.mp/erinholthealth/fluPlease leave a review on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-funktional-nutrition-podcast/id1292089107Coyote River Hemp Co. FUNK10 for the 10% off code at goodandcompany.coMicronutrient Panel: https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsFind me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ALIGN: a day experience for dreamers Use code ERIN2020 to save $20 off tickets by 2/20Dr. Ben Lynch talking about the coronavirus: https://www.facebook.com/drbenjaminlynch/videos/177458776838512/ Vaccines for preventing influenza in healthy adults: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20614424 N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) inhibits virus replication and expression of pro-inflammatory molecules in A549 cells infected with highly pathogenic H5N1 influenza A virus. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19732754Cannabinoids as novel anti-inflammatory drugs. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20191092How Fevers Help Our Immune System Hunt Down Infections https://www.discovermagazine.com/health/how-fevers-help-our-immune-system-hunt-down-infectionsFever Phobia Revisited: Have Parental Misconceptions About Fever Changed in 20 Years? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11389237Clinical Report—Fever and Antipyretic Use in Children https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/pediatrics/early/2011/02/28/peds.2010-3852.full.pdfNatural Fever Treatments for Kids From a Mommy-MD https://avivaromm.com/natural-fever-treatments/Herbal Antivirals: Natural Remedies for Emerging & Resistant Viral Infections Stephen Buhner https://amzn.to/37R335kA Simple Homeopathic Alternative to Influenzahttps://joettecalabrese.com/downloads/Ahh_Choo_The_Flu.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2VUga8LZB_RhjgIDirQHMrpir-94VNN9fjinSb9fuSsUglDtUsi8ZB6kEMiro Humidifer: https://amzn.to/37YXcLr

How much protein do we *really* need? | Ep 85
Is too much a protein a thing? I answer this question and dive deep into the benefits of protein/what it does in the body/why we need it, dietary recommendations for protein, what you need to know about amino acids, glutamine, why I don’t use Tylenol, symptoms of protein deficiency, collagen peptides, bone broth, best sources of protein, protein powders, vegan protein options, and my thoughts on the Impossible Burger.In this episode:-Benefits of protein/what it does in the body/why we need it-Is too much protein a thing?-Dietary recommendations for protein-What you need to know about amino acids-Glutamine-Why I don’t use Tylenol-Symptoms of protein deficiency-Collagen peptides-Bone broth-Best sources of protein-Protein powders-Vegan protein options-Thoughts on the Impossible BurgerCoyote River Hemp Co. FUNK10 for the 10% off code at goodandcompany.coJoin us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Micronutrient Panel: https://www.erinholthealth.com/tests-and-consultsDietary Guidelines should reflect new understandings about adult protein needs: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2666737/Vegan Kale Caesar Salad https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/vegan-kale-caesar-saladArsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements: https://www.consumerreports.org/dietary-supplements/heavy-metals-in-protein-supplements/

Healing Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) with Meg Doll | Ep 84
In today’s episode I sit down with Meg Doll, a friend of mine and a registered holistic nutritionist. Listen in as we discuss what is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)?, How do you know if you have HA?, Causes of HA, steps to recover, exercise considerations, and much more.In this episode:-What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)?-How do you know if you have HA?-Causes of HA-Why it’s a problem if you’re not getting your period-The link between restriction and menstruation-The exact steps to recover from HA-Under-fueling vs eating in abundance: a necessary mindset shift-How many Calories you MUST eat to get your period back-Exercise considerations for HA-Why your lack of appetite might be a massive problem-Why gaining weight wasn’t a big deal for Meg-The mental outlook that changes it allCatch up with Meg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iammegdoll/Meg’s Podcast The Unbreakable You Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-unbreakable-you-podcast/id1364716950Episode 50: Eating disorders & The power of sharing your story https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/2/28/episode-50-eating-disorders-amp-the-power-of-sharing-your-story-interview-with-meg-dollFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing - Part 2 | Ep 83
In the second half of this two-part episode I continue the conversation on Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing. If you have questions about cortisol, this episode is for you. I cover topics like the positive effects of cortisol, DHEA as the resiliency hormone, how to test for your cortisol and adrenal health, why your body might deactivate cortisol, and causes of adrenal fatigure.In this episode:-Positive effects of cortisol-Cortisol and fat burn-Disease states and conditions associated with dysregulated cortisol-Catabolic + Anabolic activity of hormones-DHEA as the resiliency hormone-Functions of DHEA-DHEA + female health-How to test for adrenal health + cortisol-Functional labs for hormones-Salivary testing vs. urine testing-Why you should test for free AND metabolized cortisol-What to look for in your daily cortisol pattern-Why your body might de-activate cortisol-How chronically HIGH cortisol can become a LOW cortisol problem-Causes of adrenal fatigue/HPA axis dysregulation DUTCH test results on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B7QpYTonggP/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkYour Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesDiscount code for pod listeners: FUNKYJoin Erin’s Instagram fam! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Cortisol, DHEA + Adrenal Testing - Part 1 | Ep 82
I received a lot of questions about adrenal fatigue and cortisol, so in the first half of this two-part episode, I help to answer those questions. Listen in to these cortisol and adrenal questions answered and more: Where do you start with gut issues? What are the signs of adrenal dysfunction? How does the HPA Axis work? What are the effects on the thyroid & immune system? Is there a stress + leaky gut connection? What are the symptoms of estrogen dominance?In this episode:-How I use intuition to guide my business-Where do you start with gut issues?-Neuroendocrine + gut health-Root cause resolution - where do you start?-Signs of adrenal dysfunction-Perfectionism + adrenal fatigue-How the HPA Axis works-Affects on thyroid-Affects on immune system-Cortisol Awakening Response-Cortisol + inflammation-Affect on hormonal imbalance, fertility, reproduction & sex hormones-Issues with low progesterone-Symptoms of Estrogen Dominance-Stress + Leaky gut-Nutrient deficiencies during stress-Postpartum + stress-PTSD associated with Chronic illnessYour Hormone Revival https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesDiscount code for pod listeners: FUNKYJoin Erin’s Instagram fam! https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Yoga in Action: https://yogainaction.org/

Why You Need to Stop Self-Treating Your Gut | Ep 81
Tune in as I discuss the problem with antibiotics, the problem with “natural” herbal antibiotics, grapefruit seed extract/citrus seed extract, the ins and outs of oregano oil, why the 5R Protocol needs a revamp, plus answer questions like: what’s leaky gut? And where to start for at-home treatment? And much more!In this episode:-The problem with Antibiotics-The problem with “natural” Herbal antibiotics-Grapefruit seed extract/Citrus seed extract-Ins and outs of Oregano Oil-Why the 5R Protocol needs a revamp-What’s Leaky gut?-Where to start for at-home treatment/-Testing for leaky gut-Testing for wheat & gluten sensitivity-When it’s time to do functional labs-My favorite functional labs for the gut-What to ask your practitioner forhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10399191https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17867553https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12165191https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20030464Carb Compatibility Project:https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectHormone Program: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesErin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Staying Healthy Through the Holidays | Ep 80
Today’s episode is all about staying healthy during the holiday season. We start with a mic check from Hattie, then dive into Instagram Food & Fitness Wars, setting healthy holiday boundaries, prevention for airplane travel, cold & Flu Prevention (new tips!), all about glutathione, food sources of glutathione and how to keep eating well while you’re traveling.In this episode:-Mic Check from Hattie-Instagram Food & Fitness Wars-Setting healthy holiday boundaries-Prevention for airplane travel-Cold & Flu Prevention: new tips-All about glutathione-Food sources of glutathione-Eating well while travelingCarb Compatibility Project™: https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

When You’re Scared to Stop Dieting: A Convo with Wellness Lately | Ep 79
I’m sitting down and talking with Bridget Shannon & Dana Barron of Wellness Lately. We get kind of fired up as we’re passionately talking about diet culture today - we do use some choice words in this episode so be sure to use ear muffs for the littles!In this episode:-Why dieting is NEVER the solution to your problems-How a restrictive mindset can lead to over-eating-What is a “normal eater”?-Is it food fear or fear of gaining weight?-Concrete ways to increase body confidence-The “lie” of dieting-Why they have a zero tolerance policy with before and after photos-Criticizing the culture vs. personal attack-Why Weight Watchers is problematic-Is your hunger really the problem?-Rebuilding trust with our bodies-How “wellness” has become co-opted by the diet industry-The fear of gaining weight-Why weight gain feels like a failure (and why it’s a lie)-Science behind why diets don’t work-Weight set point theoryGet more from Dana & Bridget: https://www.wellnesslately.com/https://www.wellnesslately.com/podcast/Erin on the 'gram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

How to Eat for True Gut Health | Ep 78
We’re talking all about the gut in this episode: what the gut microbiome does, why the U.S. has the worst guts, factors that negatively influence our guts, all about antibiotic use, the best sleep schedule for your gut, common medications that impact the gut, a surprising fact about glyphosate/roundup, and why eating for a healthy gut goes WAY beyond probiotics and fermented foods. Tune in as I discuss this and many other topics as I answer all of your questions about the gut!In this episode:-Big announcements for 2020-What the gut microbiome does-Why the U.S. has the worst guts-Factors that negatively influence our guts-All about antibiotic use-The best sleep schedule for your gut-Common medications that impact the gut-A surprising fact about glyphosate/Roundup-Dietary Risk factors for dysbiosis-Is your healthy diet actually causing harm to your gut?-Why you can’t “reinoculate” your gut with probiotics-Why eating for a healthy gut goes WAY beyond probiotics and fermented foods-Specific foods that nurture and nourish the gut microbiome-All about prebiotics and resistant starchCarb Compatibility Project™ https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Fresh frozen red currants https://nwwildfoods.com/product/fresh-frozen-organic-red-currants/

Opting Out of Diet Culture & Cultivating Self Trust | Ep 77
Today I’m sitting down with Naomi Katz, who is an Intuitive Eating, body image, & self-trust coach for grown-ups who already know what’s best for their own bodies. She supports and hold space for folks who are ready to reject diet culture so they can reclaim their autonomy and consent over their mind, body, and life. If this sounds like you, you’ll want to listen as we cover topics like The Cult of Positivity, the fight for self compassion, and tools to start building self trust around food.In this episode:-How Intuitive Eating gets co-opted by diet culture-The Cult of Positivity-Body acceptance & neutrality-Why trying to love your body misses the point-The fight for self compassion-How to spot diet culture programming-Identifying nonverbal messaging-How to curate your life-Does fat phobia affect you?-When is it time to get support?-Tools to start building self trust around food-What to do when it feels scary and unsafe-Is it a food sensitivity or food fear?Find Naomi! https://www.happyshapes.co/https://www.instagram.com/happyshapesnaomi/Erin on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Constipation, Gut Health & Melatonin | Ep 76
Today I’m talking about the gut hormone connection, ideal bowel habits and asking the question - Are you constipated? I also discuss why we HAVE to avoid constipation, the sleep - poop connection, and some of my favorite supplements for constipation.In this episode:-Gut hormone connection-Ideal bowel habits-Are you constipated?-Why we HAVE to avoid constipation-Estrogen Detox-Underlying causes of constipation-Different types of fiber-Why a high fiber diet might cause constipation-Low carb diets + constipation-How to move to increase motility-The sleep - poop connection-New treatments for IBS?-Laxative use-Metamucil & Miralax-My favorite supplements for constipationJoin waitlist for early bird special for Your Hormone Revival™: https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesHang out with Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Breathwork & Healing with Erin Telford | Ep 75
Erin Telford is a Breathwork facilitator, teacher trainer, intuitive guide and space holder. She began her healing career over a decade ago as an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist and Reiki Master. Her work guides people to look within, open their hearts and heal their relationship with themselves. Tune in as we discuss how we hold trauma in the body, learning how to sit with yourself, the energetics of chronic illness, de-stigmatizing emotions, and more.In this episode:-How we hold trauma in the body-De-stigmatizing emotions-Breathwork as somatic release-On being an Empath-We we might feel others feelings-The problem with “Good Vibes Only’ culture-Learning how to sit with yourself-The connection between ayahuasca and breathwork-Erin getting weird-Thyroid disorders, teeth grinding and TMJ-The energetics of chronic illness-Women and self-expressionConnect with Erin Telford: https://www.instagram.com/erintelford__/https://erintelford.com/Connect with Erin Holt: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/