In this episode we discuss how to use labs to practice preventative medicine and answer the listener question, “what are the top 3 lab tests one should look into if you just want to begin taking general health inventory?”In this episode:-Our go-to Lab tests-Pathological vs. functional ranges-How to use labs to practice preventative medicine-Labs for baseline functioning-Comprehensive metabolic panel-CBC with differential-Full lipid panel-Functional labs + when to use them-Costs of labs -- are they worth it?-Labs as motivating factor-Continuity of care-The importance (and power) of referrals-Personal healthcare & finances Follow Erin on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Follow Kyle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/services

Tune in as Megan Garcia, pediatric acupuncturist, and I discuss how we navigate real food in the real world... with kids. We cover a range of topics like: cultural appropriation of herbs, food intros with food sensitivities, how to reduce food stress with children, sugar + exposure to sweets, sour + bitter flavors for babies, common mineral deficiencies in babies, natural deodorant, and what your body odor might mean about how your organs are functioning.In this episode:-Cultural appropriation of herbs-Chinese tonic herbs/adaptogens-Herbs + vaccinations-Food intros with food sensitivities-How to reduce food stress with children-Sugar + exposure to sweets-Sour + bitter flavors for babies-How to transition kids to whole foods diet-Plant-based diets with kids-Common mineral deficiencies in babies-Best foods for baby’s development-Baby led weaning vs. purees-Responsive feeding-Dairy-free calcium sources-Natural deodorant options-Body odors + organ function Megan Garcia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan___garcia/Resources mentioned:Chinese Herbs for Babies class: https://megangarcia.com/chinese-herbs-for-babies/Cold Snap herbal medicine for cold & flu: https://amzn.to/2XLoW18The Hashimoto’s Healing Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2UpGNZwWork with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Throughout the years Meg Doll has worked with women as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, she also become a Certified Spiritual Coach because she began to see that all of her clients also needed exactly what she needed back in 2013: their own loving. Today I sit down with Meg to discuss her experience with eating disorder at the age of 10, diet culture, recovery as a process, and much more.In this episode:-Meg’s experience with eating disorder at the age of 10-Death or grief as impetus for eating disorders-Meg’s final straw with her eating disorder + an a-ha moment-Eating disorders as mental illness-Traditional eating disorder recovery-When eating disorders are disguised as “being healthy”-How to change diet culture-Why it’s important to share your experience-How to find your unique voice-The power of the ripple effect-Recovery as a process-Busting through food fear-When we see food cravings as failure-How to determine what diet is right for you-Meg’s take on keto, low carb and fasting-Women + carbsMeg Doll: https://megtherhn.com/Meg's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megtherhn/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

This episode is a must-listen for nutritionists and practitioners-to-be! I talk about the one social media experience that made me stop comparing, a recap for practitioners, why practitioners need to be okay with failing, thyroid health and brain health, systems in the body that thyroid affects, why testing TSH doesn’t cut it, the diet for Hashimoto’s, and thyroid labs you need.In this episode:-The one social media experience that made me stop comparing-Recap for practitioners-Does your practitioner even research, bro?-Why practitioners need to be okay with failing-Thyroid health and brain health-Systems in the body that thyroid affects-Why testing TSH doesn’t cut it-Diet for Hashimoto’s-Thyroid labs you needReady to level up your nutrition practice? https://www.funktionalnutritionacademy.com/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Dr. Jolene Brighten is a prominent leader in women’s medicine and the emerging science of Post-Birth Control Syndrome — studying the effects of hormonal birth control on female health. A fierce patient advocate and completely dedicated to uncovering the root cause of hormonal imbalances, Dr. Brighten empowers women worldwide to take control of their health and their hormones. In this episode, we discuss: Post Birth Control Syndrome and why you should care, When your doctor doesn’t believe your story, When medicine borders on dogma, Why birth control is NOT “the pill for every female ill”, a brief history of birth control, vaginal pain & shame, how stress affects fertility, the best hormone, thyroid & adrenal tests and so much more.In this episode:-What is Post Birth Control Syndrome and why you should care-When your doctor doesn’t believe your story-When medicine borders on dogma-Why birth control is NOT “the pill for every female ill”-Doctors are not a one-size-fits-all: the importance of building a healthcare team-A brief history of birth control-How birth control can delay your diagnosis-What pain with sex & chronic yeast infections have in common-Vaginal pain & shame-Why you need to be a troublemaker-The nutrients depleted by birth control-Foods to eat if you take hormonal birth control-How birth control affects your thyroid, hormones and gut-Birth control, leaky gut & autoimmune disease-Is the pill causing your depression?-The two theories of depression and how birth control affects both-The importance of your period & cycle regularity-Amenorrhea after the pill-Tests to ask for if your period is irregular or missing-How insulin, blood sugar regulation affect your hormones-How stress affects fertility-The best hormone, thyroid & adrenal tests Purchase Beyond the Pill here: https://amzn.to/2E7VUBkDr. Jolene Brighten: https://drbrighten.com/Find Dr. Brighten on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjolenebrighten/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Tune in today to hear:-Immune-boosting herbs we’re loving now-How to support yourself nutritionally when weaning off SSRIs-Supplements to consider when coming off anti-depressants-Nutrition to support the brain and mood-Gluten & the brain-Talking about gluten sensitivity-Thyroid health & the brain-How to test the thyroid-Eczema triggers-Specific diets to try for eczema relief-Supplements & life practices for eczema relief-Is Jillian Michael’s keto stance legit?Immune Boosting Hot Chocolate Recipe: https://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/immune-boosting-hot-chocolateFollow Kyle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Sara Curry, owner of Blaze Yoga & Pilates, shares insights on creating awareness for habit change, starting small, getting personalized support, and overcoming obstacles. They discuss lofty goals, tendencies, and finding time. The hosts also explore building sustainable habits, fear setting, and the transformative power of yoga.

Kyle and I are answering listener questions about the gut. Listen in as we sit down and answer questions like: What’s up with the celery juice craze? We also discuss problems with low stomach acid, problems with PPIs and acid blocking medications, practical ways to ditch plastic water bottles, problems with plastic, causes of chronic constipation, longterm laxative use, and herbs for constipation.In this episode:-What’s up with the celery juice craze?-Problems with low stomach acid-Problems with PPIs and acid blocking medications-Practical ways to ditch plastic water bottles-Problems with plastic-Causes of chronic constipation-Laxative use-Herbs for constipationFollow Kyle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Chrissy King is a writer, speaker, strength coach, and educator with a passion for creating a diverse and inclusive wellness industry. She empowers individuals to stop shrinking, start taking up space, and use their energy to create their specific magic in the world. Tune in as I sit down with Chrissy to talk about overcoming the fear of leaving a FT job to pursue her dreams, examining and questioning the stories we tell ourselves, specific ways to leverage your privilege, the difference between guilt and shame, and how to be a part of the conversation when you don’t know what to say.In this episode:-Overcoming the fear of leaving a FT job to pursue her dreams-Examining and questioning the stories we tell ourselves-Intersectional feminism-Specific ways to leverage your priviledge-Difference between guilt and shame-How to be a part of the conversation when you don’t know what to say-What to do when you get it wrong-Resources for learning more about intersectional feminism-The problems with performative feminism-Thin privilege & the co-opting of the body positive movementChrissy King’s website: http://chrissyking.com/Find Chrissy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamchrissyking/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/

Explore the shift from strict New Year’s resolutions to re-evaluation and self-compassion. Discover tips for achieving balance in post-holiday eating while avoiding restrictive diets. Dive into the complexities of dietary choices, highlighting the Carb Compatibility Project and the importance of understanding personal cravings. Learn how embracing variety can enhance health without the pressures of extreme dieting. Plus, hear insights on who should consider or avoid a keto lifestyle and how to reclaim personal energy in the new year.