What if a diagnosis didn’t define your future but instead became the catalyst for reclaiming your health? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Palmer Kippola, FMCA graduate, health coach, and bestselling author of Beat Autoimmune: Six Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health. Palmer shares her remarkable journey of overcoming multiple sclerosis (MS), defying the odds, and transforming her experience into a mission to help others heal from autoimmune disorders. Through heartfelt stories and actionable insights, Palmer dives into the strategies and mindset shifts that changed her life. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/palmer-kippola-111/

What if stress could actually make you healthier? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes lifestyle medicine expert Dr. Sharon Bergquist to explore the transformative power of “good stress” and its role in building resilience. Their conversation explores lifestyle medicine’s expanding role in addressing chronic disease and offers practical strategies for health coaches to help clients integrate these principles into daily life. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/sharon-bergquist-110/

What is healthspan, and how does it differ from traditional healthcare? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Ravi Komatireddy, CEO of Daytona Health, to demystify the concept of healthspan and its role in promoting longevity. Together, they examine the limitations of our current healthcare system and discuss how a proactive focus on lifestyle and well-being—supported by health coaches—can help people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/ravi-komatireddy-109/

How can resistance training enhance women’s health and longevity? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Dr. Stacy Sims, an international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist renowned for her work on optimizing women’s fitness and health. Together, they explore the critical role of resistance training for women over 40, busting myths about strength training, and offering practical guidance for incorporating it at any age. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/stacy-sims-108/

What makes an effective coaching conversation? Dr. Sandi welcomes two experienced health and life coaches, Cecilia Lanier and Patty Bean, to discuss how motivational interviewing (MI) can transform coaching sessions by fostering genuine connection and empowering clients to create lasting change. They explore the essence of MI, its practical benefits, and why it remains the gold standard in the coaching world. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/cecilia-lanier-patty-bean-107/

Which matters more for your health: the food on your plate or the people around your table? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi and special guest Shawn Stevenson dive into the surprising science behind how social connections during meals can impact your well-being even more than your diet. With a gripping story of overcoming a seemingly hopeless health diagnosis, Shawn—author of Eat Smarter and host of The Model Health Show—reveals why relationships may be the ultimate health hack. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/shawn-stevenson-106/

Could GLP-1s offer more than just weight loss support? On this week’s Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Dr. Tyna Moore, an expert in regenerative medicine and metabolic health, to discuss how these medications could open doors to healing and resilience when used with lifestyle shifts. Dr. Tyna’s approach combines nearly 30 years in naturopathic and chiropractic care with an open-minded perspective on metabolic tools that empower individuals to reclaim control over their health. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/tyna-moore-105/

Can grocery stores become the new front lines for health and wellness? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Irina Pelphrey, Group Vice President of Health at Albertsons Companies, to reveal how major retail outlets are transforming into wellness hubs. Irina shares her journey and vision for making health services and nutritional guidance accessible through innovative platforms like Sincerely Health, which empower customers to build healthy habits right from their grocery list. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/irina-pelphrey-104/

Are you familiar with your circadian rhythm and how it influences your health? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi speaks with Dr. Deanna Minich, a renowned nutrition scientist and functional medicine expert, to dive deep into circadian rhythms, what they are, and how they shape key aspects of our biology like hormone production, metabolism, and overall well-being. Dr. Minich brings decades of experience in the field, sharing insights on how circadian rhythms intersect with nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle choices. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/deanna-minich-103/

Depression rates are higher than ever, and many are left feeling trapped in what seems like a never-ending cycle of despair. What if the traditional treatment path isn’t the only way out? In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes two remarkable guests, Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli, to explore their groundbreaking approach to healing depression through their 45-day Healing Depression Project. Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/achina-stein-silvia-covelli-102/