The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast

Get ready to learn in this beefy interview covering next-level topics on the thyroid. If you’re a practitioner, you may want to break out your notepad for this! Today Erin sits down with Dr. Eric Balcavage to discuss all things thyroid health, considerations for specific markers on thyroid panels, and looking beyond labs to change the way medicine looks at hypothyroidism. If you’ve been struggling with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s, this episode may provide some answers you haven’t gotten elsewhere. This episode is also beneficial for anyone with autoimmunity, not just hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s: pay attention to what Dr. Balcavage says about the immune system, what starts the process, and how we can unravel that.Need a Thyroid 101 refresher? Check out some earlier podcasts that go over the basics - and then come back to this one afterwards! Find them linked below!SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!The Funk’tional Nutrition Academy will open for enrollment Monday, August 9th! Read more about what the program is all about here: https://www.erinholthealth.com/mentorshipIn this episode:-If you’re just starting your thyroid research... [2:12]-Functional medicine and the rise of lab testing [6:18]-Finding root cause in thyroid physiology [7:26]-Chronic cellular stress and thyroiditis [13:19]-Stress, autoimmunity and the immune system’s job [17:01]-Looking beyond thyroid panels for hypothyroidism [22:43]-The most important piece of information a patient can provide [26:06]-When does it make sense to consider medication? [30:09]-The importance of context with elevated Reverse T3 [31:27]-Considering lab ranges with presented (or lack of) symptoms [35:20]-Suppressing TSH [38:30]-Conversion confusion with T4, T3 and Reverse T3 [45:52]-The cellular vs tissue issue with hypothyroidism [54:58]-Pinpointing specific stressors that compromise health [57:28]-The connection between insulin and T3 [59:37]-The Thyroid Debacle [1:03:41]Dr. Eric Balcavage is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional medicine clinic in Chadds Ford, PA. He is nationally recognized speaker and educator on various health related topics including thyroid physiology, bile physiology, detoxification, oxidative stress, methylation and chronic illness.Dr. Balcavage is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (C.N.S.), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, along with being a licensed Chiropractor in Pennsylvania.Dr. Balcavage is the co-host of Thyroid Answers Podcast. The podcast focuses on answering the pressing questions those suffering with chronic hypothyroid symptoms can’t get answered elsewhere. You can find his educational Thyroid Thursday videos on Vimeo and Youtube.Dr. Balcavage has made it his mission to change the way medicine looks at hypothyroidism. He is the co-author of the soon to be released book, Thyroid Debacle, The book co-written by Kelly Halderman MD, addresses the problems with current allopathic and functional medicine approaches to hypothyroidism as well as the solutions to restoring thyroid physiology.Resources mentioned:Coyote River Hemp Co CBD products (save 10% & free shipping on your order with code FUNK10) https://coyoteriverhempco.com/Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKAsk Dr. Balcavage https://www.youtube.com/user/askdrbalcavageThyroid Answers Podcast https://rejuvagencenter.com/category/thyroid-answers/Rejuvagen Strategic Functional Medicine www.rejuvagencenter.comFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Find Eric on Insta https://www.instagram.com/drericbalcavage Related episodes:125: Thyroid Health, Gluten & Hashimoto’s https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/11/17/episode-125-thyroid-health-gluten-amp-hashimotos66: Thyroid Health + Hashimoto’s with Dr. Becky Campbell https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/7/10/episode-66-thyroid-health-hashimotos-with-dr-becky-campbell49: Why You Need To Test Your Thyroid (and how to do it) https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/2/28/episode-49-why-you-need-to-test-your-thyroid-and-how-to-do-it

What do you want? Better digestion? Less stress? To feel comfortable in your body? Now imagine what it would feel like to have it. (close your eyes and envision it!) You’ve likely heard the phrase “mind over matter” and in this episode, Erin shares her own story in order to highlight this and the collective power of talking about your lived experience with others. Erin discusses principles and practices that have been helpful for her from a physical, emotional, mental, and soul standpoint, and how taking ownership of how you feel, your limiting beliefs, and how you show up in the world can leave a big impact on your overall well being.In this episode:-The story behind the episode [5:14]-The collective belief that many of us hold onto [7:05]-Tall Poppy Syndrome [8:27]-Medical gaslighting [10:16]-What Erin wants to feature more on this podcast [11:45]-Healing with your feet on the ground, head in the sky [14:46]-Manifestation & the Law of Attraction [18:11]-Changing your environment through manifestation [21:10]-Manifesting as it relates to your health [24:50]Resources mentioned:Coyote River Hemp Co CBD products (save 10% & free shipping on your order with code FUNK10) https://coyoteriverhempco.com/Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKYour Hormone Revival™ (next round starts in Sept!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormones

Ready for a high-level conversation about the connection between our gut microbiome and our skin? Today Erin sits down with Dr. Julie Greenberg, ND to get DEEP into this topic, exploring the effect of western diets, key roles of specific gut bacteria, common skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea, the relationship of candida and other fungal problems, and yes - Botox and fillers, too.If you’re a practitioner or clinician, or even someone who geeks out on nutrition information, you’ll want to bust out a pen and paper for some notes on this one! Dr. Greenberg delivers an outstanding, comprehensive take on this delicate connection that you’ll absolutely want to tune in for.Dr. Greenberg is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Registered Herbalist RH(AHG) who specializes in integrative dermatology. She is passionate about natural skin care and believes that many of today’s chronic skin diseases can be healed by using evidence-based alternative treatments.She uses her naturopathic training to address the root cause of dermatological disease by addressing inflammation due to gut microbiome dysfunction as well as a disrupted skin barrier. She also works with a group of integrative MD Board Certified Dermatologists through LearnSkin.com, a website for continuing dermatology medical education, where she’s the Program Chair of the Naturopathic & Integrative Dermatology Series, a 20 course AMA CE program.*Note: this is not a starting point for you if you’re just starting out on this gut-skin connection exploration! We highly recommend listening to two previously recorded episodes about the Gut-Skin Connection - find the links in the show notes below!*In this episode:-Intro to Dr. Julie Greenberg [1:31]-Where to start if you’re unfamiliar with the gut/skin connection [3:20]-Why is there an explosion of skin issues? [7:57]-The progression of adult-onset acne [9:52]-Comparing the skin of western populations to indigenous cultures [11:07]-The average fiber consumption on the Standard American Diet [14:37]-Healing your skin with a carnivorous, or keto, diet? [15:54]-Insufficiency Dysbiosis and why we need to feed our gut bacteria [17:50]-What elevated akkermansia patterns can mean [21:31]-Organic Acids Test for finding candida, fungal problems, mycotoxins, & mold [23:31]-Specific patterns with skin conditions like acne & eczema [32:43]-Why candida tends to pop up with skin disease [35:54]-Rosacea: the precursor to more severe gut problems [37:34]-Vitamin D and Rosacea [39:37]-The immune component of psoriasis [43:43]-Supporting Treg cells for autoimmune and psoriasis clients [47:52]-Does an outside-in approach also work for skin? [50:14]-Natural remedies for slowing down skin aging [52:38]-Botox vs fillers [54:10]-Where to find Dr. Greenberg and learn more [58:15]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKHealthy Skin https://www.erinholthealth.com/skin1:1 Functional Medicine Nutrition https://www.erinholthealth.com/membershipMore about Dr. Greenberg https://www.integrativedermatologycenter.com/Dermatology Education (register to get link for a free, live webinar in June!)https://www.learnskin.com/Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related:121: The Gut/Skin Connection https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/10/20/episode-121-the-gut-skin-connection-part-1122: The Gut-Skin Connection: Leaky Gut, Rosacea, Acne, Eczema, Keratosis Pilaris, Psoriasis https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/10/27/episode-122-the-gut-skin-connection-part-278: How to Eat for True Gut Health https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/12/4/episode-78-how-to-eat-for-true-gut-health147: Inflammation & What You’re NOT Eating https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/3/15

There’s a universal theme among many of us that says we aren’t good enough unless we’re doing more, being more, creating more. Our society is set up to reward this behavior, too: from pay raises and promotions to likes and comments that say, “You’re crushing it!!” it’s hard to think you’re still worthy or enough if you slow down or take a step back.Today Erin speaks from the heart and draws from examples in her own life and business to discuss the concept of unpacking core beliefs about ourselves, how they tend to show up in our lives, and how shifting these core beliefs can radically change your life in ways you wouldn’t see otherwise. It touches on a lot of things many of us are experiencing right now (burnout, stress) and things we may be wanting to tap into or bring more into our lives (intuition, boundaries).If you’ve been waiting for a little more woo on the pod, this episode is definitely for you!In this episode:-Premise of the topic today & how this episode (inadvertently) ties into last week’s [1:24]-A new phase in Erin’s business and life [3:16]-Remembering the tenets of health [8:53]-A recap of Erin’s last year and coming to examine her core beliefs [11:10]-Responsibility and how your beliefs shape your life [20:22]-Burnout and physical ailments [23:53]-The core wound belief that you’re not doing enough [27:23]-Why it’s not other people’s responsibility to anticipate your needs or boundaries [29:08]-The danger of feeling needed in order to feel important, productive and worthy [33:05]-Why you can’t tap into or hear your intuition speaking [34:54]-How to acknowledge what doesn’t work any longer [38:49]-What to do when you’re feeling stuck [42:44]-Erin’s intuitive knowing with her Gut Program [43:27]-Why it’s OK to trust yourself [49:25]-What is NOT self-care [51:34]-Finding ways to connect with your intuition [52:41]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKNedra Glover Tawwab, therapist & author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace https://www.nedratawwab.com/Your Hormone Revival™ https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes:118: Intuition, Energy Medicine & Personal Power https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/9/24/episode-118nbspintuition-energy-medicine-amp-personal-power123: Creating Your Morning Ritual https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/11/3/episode-123-creating-your-morning-ritual

This week Erin takes a step outside the nutrition realm to discuss authenticity, boundaries, and confidence. Someone who personifies these attributes is Daniele Della Valle, and Erin invited her on the show to talk more about what it really means to get to that place of confidence and self assuredness. If you’ve ever wondered about your triggers, struggle with boundaries or being radically honest with yourself, or are just curious how to live a more authentic life, you’ll want to tune into this episode!Daniele Della Valle is a Certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Founder & CEO of Your Wellness Academy, the Intuitive Body Coach™ certification, Author of Happy Weight, Public Speaker, Nutrition Education Program Writer, Instructor and Mentor. Having worked in the food, wellness, clinic and private practice over the past 20 years, Daniele has had an invaluable experience that greatly contributes to her now profession as an FNTP, CEO of YOWA and former instructor for the Nutritional Therapy Association.In this episode:-Intro to Daniele [1:15]-What Daniele is doing and how she got here [6:06]-Getting to the place of confidence and self assuredness [9:26]-Boundaries, family, fear, and self-preservation [15:11]-Honing your intuition [20:13]-Radical honesty and accepting that challenge is part of the process [24:16]-What our triggers reflect in ourselves [28:58]-Why personal responsibility is hard [33:34]-The sterilization of the health & wellness world [40:30]-What is a death doula? [43:24]-What does showing up authentically really mean? [46:22]-Intuitive Body Coaching [51:58]-Ethnobotany [54:03]-Shaming people for their decisions [54:41]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9the Intuitive Body Coach™ certification https://www.yourwellnessacademy.io/intuitivebodycoach (Registration opens in November, next round starts in Jan 2022)Follow Daniele on Insta https://www.instagram.com/intuitivebodycoach/Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/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-bad146 | Intuitive Fasting: An Opinion Piece on Our Wellness Culture https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/3/9/episode-146-intuitive-fasting-an-opinion-piece-on-our-wellness-culture

One of the tenets of the Erin Holt Health practice is you can’t skip the basics. Eating a variety of whole foods is a huge piece of this, and home cooking is one of the best ways to achieve a whole foods diet. However, a lot of folks feel overwhelmed when it comes to the kitchen, and many don’t know where to start. Today Erin sits down with Rachel Mistry, MS, RDN, to unpack the barriers to entry when it comes to navigating the kitchen. They give practical advice for one pot dishes, pantry staples, maximizing time, overcoming uncertainty, and enlisting help. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll want to tune in to get some great ideas!Rachel Mistry is a registered dietitian specializing in functional medicine. As a soon-to-be grad of Erin’s Funk’tional Nutrition Academy Practitioner Certification, Rachel is well-aligned with the Erin Holt Health philosophy. With her years of clinical experience working in a prominent functional medicine clinic, we are honored and excited to have her on the team.To Rachel, being healthy is more than just what you eat or how much you exercise. It’s about taking care of yourself, nourishing your body, and having fun while doing it! Rachel’s goal is to show people that building a balanced lifestyle while addressing underlying issues is the first step in disease prevention and management.In this episode:-Introduction to the newest EHH teammate: Rachel Mistry, MS, RDN [1:06]-Premise of this episode: back to basics [3:51]-How Rachel got her start [5:21]-Tackling the “I don’t have time” issue [8:06]-Pro tips for keeping protein handy in the kitchen [14:53]-Overwhelming thoughts that sometimes keep us from cooking [17:29]-Barrier to entry: cooking time [18:55]-Sheet-pan, one-pot meals and Instant Pot meals [20:14]-Removing fear surrounding the kitchen [28:58]-Reducing overwhelm with the ingredient list [30:40]-What to do with leftovers or leftover ingredients? [32:28]-Go-to condiments and sauces [34:10]-Struggling with time in the kitchen? [37:09]-How to deal with all those dishes [39:59]-Asking for help [42:22]-Let’s talk about breakfast [45:34]-Ideas to reignite inspiration [48:23]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9The Carb Compatibility Project™ (LAST DAY to sign up!! Cart closes EOD May 3rd) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectThe Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™ https://www.erinholthealth.com/mentorshipErin’s Recipe Index https://www.erinholthealth.com/recipesThe Defined Dish https://thedefineddish.com/Apply to work 1:1 with Erin or Rachel! https://www.erinholthealth.com/membershipFollow Rachel on Insta https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrachel/Follow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

This episode is a mixed bag of blood sugar-related topics, ranging from weight loss to sugar substitutes to Candida to diabetes to immunity to hormones. Erin covers it all! Listen in as she answers questions from the community and breaks down why you have more control than you think when it comes to your health. In this episode:-The question you’re nervous to ask regarding weight loss [2:12]-Kicking off part two of the blood sugar talk [11:27]-What’s the deal with sugar substitutes: are they good or bad? [11:59]-Stevia, Monkfruit, Honey, Maple Syrup [14:19]-Sugar, bloating and SIBO: is there a link? [16:59]-The issue with Candida [18:41]-Diabetes and the differences between Type 1, Type 2 & Type 1.5 [20:43]-Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of adulthood (LADA), aka Type 1.5 diabetes [25:00]-What does balancing the immune system mean? [25:58]-The gut/immune connection & how this relates to blood sugar [27:57]-Type 3 diabetes, alzheimers and the brain [31:02]-How balancing blood sugar lends to hormone balance [32:14]-Healthy aging [32:53]-Insulin resistance with normal thyroid markers? [33:27]-Signs your blood sugar is out of whack [33:48]-The problem Erin kept seeing in 90% of her clients [35:44] Resources:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9The Carb Compatibility Project™ (SIGN UP NOW! Starts May 3!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes:128: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Weight Loss https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/12/2/episode-128-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-weight-loss151: How to Determine the Right Amount of Sugar for You https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/4/16/episode-151

Blood sugar regulation is one of the most, if not THE most, important thing to consider when setting out to improve your health. Whether your end-goal is improved adrenal health, thyroid health, hormone balance, weight loss, brain health or increased energy...if you have dysregulated blood sugar, you can’t achieve any of those goals. This is often the first thing Erin addresses with clients in her 1:1 practice, and is THE reason she created her 4-week plan to determine your body's unique carbohydrate needs and end the carb confusion - The Carb Compatibility Project™. This episode is part one of a two-parter from Instagram Live all about blood sugar and how you can begin to tap into your own authority to determine your unique carbohydrate and sugar needs.In this episode:-Details about the CCP: what it is, who it’s for, what it does [2:19]-The one thing that can hamstring all other health goals [2:47]-Changing how you show up in the world [6:27]-Why Erin hates the “how many grams of sugar should I have” question [9:34]-Seeking permission & the importance of knowing your authority [11:30]-Why context (and ingredients) matter [13:35]-Why it’s hard to know who to trust [15:59]-What’s the difference between sugar found in foods & added sugar? [17:48]-Reframing perspective on diets for children, food and comfort [19:28]-Is sugar addictive? [22:18]-Breaking the cycle of blood sugar dysregulation [25:05]Resources:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9The Carb Compatibility Project™ (Sign up now! Starts May 3rd!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes:150: Breaking Free From Perfectionism & Emotional Eating https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/4/12/episode-150-breaking-free-from-perfectionism-amp-emotional-eating55: How to Tell if Your Blood Sugar is a Problem https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2019/4/3/episode-5526: Your Sugar Questions Answered! https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2018/5/22/episode-26-your-sugar-questions-answered

This episode is short, sweet and really gets to the root of what many of us struggle with when it comes to our relationship with food. Erin discusses the connection between over- or under- eating and our desire for a semblance of control, plus how we can shift our mindset around emotional eating and incorporate different intuitive practices into the way we eat and approach food. These are important concepts to think about and apply to your own life - certainly food for thought!This episode is an excerpt from a Q+A session in Erin’s Carb Compatibility Project™ program, an intuitive 4 week plan to determine your body's unique carbohydrate needs. Registration is open NOW - sign up with the link below!In this episode:-How this episode came about [1:26]-What is The Carb Compatibility Project™ & who is it for? [2:21]-Perfectionism, stress and how this relates to new diets [6:22]-What’s at the core of emotional eating and restriction [9:00]-The healing power of self-compassion [14:00]-Breaking the dichotomous thinking around food [17:28]-How to find your truth when it comes to food and diets [20:25]-Using your intuition to guide your decisions with food [22:00]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9The Carb Compatibility Project™ (Registration NOW open! Starts in May!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes: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-murphy110: Emotional Eating with Psychologist Kim Daniels https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2020/8/5/episode-110-emotional-eating-with-psychologist-kim-daniels

This week’s episode takes a dive into the four-phase cycle, a concept introduced in a recent interview with Le’Nise Brothers (linked below). It’s been said that the menstrual cycle mimics the phases of the moon and even our four seasons on Earth. While many discussions tend to focus only on the negative aspects of a menstrual cycle, Erin points out that each phase can be an opportunity to highlight things in our lives that need to change. Whether you’re a menstruating person or not, you can tap into this energy. This episode of the Funk’tional Nutrition Podcast breaks down the processes that occur within each of these phases, what it means energetically, and how you can harness the wisdom contained in each phase so that what once felt like a burden can be wielded as a superpower.In this episode:-The inspiration behind this week’s episode [1:58]-Triggers, attunement, and how this ties into our cycle [3:17]-Update for the Carb Compatibility Project™ [8:20]-How understanding the energetics of the four-phase cycle helps us in life [14:14]-What if you have unpredictable or no-show cycles? [16:42]-Looking to the moon to help regain and track your cycle [17:36]-Phase one: what this means in terms of energy and intuition [19:38]-Powerful practices for restoration and release [23:48]-Action, growth, and energy during the follicular phase [24:37]-Ovulation: the big one-day show [27:22]-The luteal phase: the time of discernment [30:02]-Why the luteal phase gets a bad rep and how we can harness it to our benefit [31:51]Resources mentioned:Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNKBio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9The Carb Compatibility Project™ (next round starts in May!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-projectYour Hormone Revival™ (next round starts in Sept!) https://www.erinholthealth.com/hormonesThe Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™ https://www.erinholthealth.com/mentorshipFollow Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Related episodes:148: Periods, PMS & Hormone Strategies with Le'Nise Brothers https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/3/23/episode-148-periods-pms-amp-hormone-strategies