

The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast
Erin Holt
Holistic Health | Real Food Nutrition | Functional Medicine | Mind-Body 
Honest and eye-opening conversations with functional nutritionist Erin Holt. Erin shares insight into hot topic nutrition, plus interviews with thought leaders in the functional medicine and wellness world. Get informed and empowered with this funky spin on mainstream health information.
Honest and eye-opening conversations with functional nutritionist Erin Holt. Erin shares insight into hot topic nutrition, plus interviews with thought leaders in the functional medicine and wellness world. Get informed and empowered with this funky spin on mainstream health information.
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Aug 22, 2018 • 1h 1min
Fear, Control & Setting Boundaries | Ep 33
 Celebrate a milestone as the hosts share personal journeys shaped by trauma and fear. Explore how unprocessed experiences become limiting beliefs that dictate our choices. Discover practical tips for setting boundaries in relationships and business while juggling health challenges. Listen in as they tackle the fine line between control and healthy limits, encouraging resilience through actionable steps. Plus, there's a giveaway announcement for eager listeners! 

Aug 8, 2018 • 55min
Competitive Training & Intuitive Eating - Interview with Run Far Girl Sarah Canney | Ep 32
 Sarah Canney is a RRCA and USATF Level One Running coach and brings to the table over 16 years of experience.Tune in as we are cover:-Using competition to your advantage rather than demise-Self competition + body image issues-“Earning” your food through exercise-Intuitive eating-Intuitive training without injury-Balancing goals with physical health-Cyclical training-Dealing with comparison on social media-Running with pregnant - is it safe-Postpartum recovery-Transformation Tuesdays-Plant iron vs. animal iron with anemia Connect with Sarah Canney: http://runfargirl.com/Rise Run Retreat: https://www.riserunretreat.com/Blue Ridge Hemp: http://lddy.no/4wcyWork with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ 

Jul 25, 2018 • 54min
Eating More Veggies | Ep 31
 Today Kyle and I are talking VEGGIES!Tune in to hear:-Are green smoothies healthy or not?-The problem with antagonistic food claims-Can you eat too many veggies?-Cruciferous veggies + thyroid health-Leafy greens + oxalates-Getting calcium from leafy greens-Starting your own home garden-Home gardens on limited space-Ways to extend your fresh local produce beyond summer-Kitchen hacks for eating & storing more veggiesCarb Compatibility Project - starts August 6th. Sign up today!  http://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility/Blue Ridge Hemp: http://lddy.no/4wcy Save $5 off every product with code 50FFALL  Free shipping on all orders over $60Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesWork with Kyle: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/Find Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionistMobile Gardening Containers: https://amzn.to/2JBC7d7Zucchini Recipes:Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms  http://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/stuffed-zucchini-blossomsReal Food Muffins:  http://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2142Healthy Zucchini Sticks  http://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/healthy-zucchini-sticks-gluten-free-grain-free-paleo 

Jul 11, 2018 • 1h 2min
Low Carb Diets - Part 2 | Ep 30
 Getting back to the "low carb" discussion in our last episode, we're diving back in - we had so many questions that we had to make a second one!Tune in as we discuss and answer:-Tracking macros-Are low carb diets good for gut health?-The difference between keto/low carb/moderate carb/high carb-Do you need carbs at every meal?-Carbs in dairy-Micronutrients found in carbs-Antioxidants for gut health-Are white potatoes unhealthy?-Resistant starch-Is brown rice hard to digest?-Brown rice vs. white rice-Eating fruit in the summer-Carb cycling-How many carbs do you really need?Blue Ridge Hemp: http://lddy.no/4wcy Save $5 off every product with code 50FFALL  Free shipping on all orders over $60Carb Compatibility Project:  http://www.erinholthealth.com/carb-compatibility-project/  Beta group starts August 6th! 

Jun 27, 2018 • 52min
Low Carb Diets - Part 1 | Ep 29
 In this episode we're answering listener questions about carbs.Listen in as we sit down to discuss:-Our journey with body image-Dilemma within the anti-diet movement-Can the keto diet “break” you-Low carb diets + weight loss-Different types of carbs-Carbs to eat/carbs to avoid-Nutrient dense vs. nutrient poor carbs   Fueled+Fit 3 week nutrition program (now called Eat to Achieve): http://www.erinholthealth.com/fueled-fit/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesWork with Kyle: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/Find Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ 

Jun 13, 2018 • 60min
Weight Loss + Holistic Fitness: Interview with AJ Govoni | Ep 28
 Holistic Trainer AJ Govoni is a yoga trainer, holistic fitness trainer, and a super creative. AJ has been guiding people through movement and well-being for over a decade, and is the co-founder and creator of Wild Vibes Fest. Today I'm interviewing with AJ to discuss how severe health issues led AJ on her holistic path, self disgust + chronic illness, what to do when health goals + weight goals don’t sync up, the link between fear + weight loss resistance, the most effective exercises for weight loss, and how to prevent over-exercise.In this episode:-Erin’s experience working with AJ-How severe health issues led AJ on her holistic path-Self disgust + chronic illness-What to do when health goals + weight goals don’t sync up-AJ’s protocol for health and fitness-The link between fear + weight loss resistance-Best exercises for weight loss-How to prevent over-exercise-Most efficient workouts for busy people-What traveling has taught AJ about healthWork with AJ: http://www.ajgovoni.com/Find AJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajgovoni/Wild Vibes Festival: https://www.wildvibes.org/Funk’tional Nutrition FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefunktionalnutritionistIs it a diet or a lifestyle change: http://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2018/1/11/040ij26m5w6z4udv7d9qjo7zpb5dv5 

May 30, 2018 • 59min
Vitamin D, Sunscreen + How to Stay Safe in the Sun | Ep 27
 Kyle and I are wrapping up school! We're gearing up for our summer plans and some sun, so in today's episode we're covering topics like:-Why you need vitamin D-Ways to naturally get vitamin D-Who is prone to vitamin D deficiency-How to determine how much sun you can tolerate-Types of sunscreen-Problems with chemical sunscreens-What to absolutely avoid when buying sunscreen-What to look for when buying sunscreen-Our personal favorite sunscreens-Should you take a vitamin D supplement-What type of vitamin D supplement to look for Safe and nontoxic sunscreen: https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholtCountersun Mineral Sunscreen Mist: https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholt?goto=product/countersun-mineral-sunscreen-mist-spf-30Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion: https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholt?goto=product/countersun-mineral-sunscreen-lotion-spf-30Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick: https://www.beautycounter.com/erinholt?goto=product/countersun-mineral-sunscreen-stick-spf-30Vitamin D and Safe Sun Exposure http://www.erinholthealth.com/erin-holt-health-1/2017/5/20/vitamin-d-safe-sun-exposureVitamin D supplement with K2: http://www.erinholthealth.com/supplements/Vitamin D light box: https://www.sperti.com/product/sperti-vitamin-d-light-boxFueled+Fit: 21 days of nutrition education and lifestyle medicine (now called Eat to Achieve) http://www.erinholthealth.com/fueled-fit/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesWork with Kyle: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/Follow Erin & Kyle on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/ 

May 16, 2018 • 50min
Your Sugar Questions Answered | Ep 26
 Today Kyle and I are answering listener questions about sugar.In this episode:-Refined, natural and artificial sweeteners - what’s best?-Diet soda & weight gain-Sneaky ingredients-Ways sugar are disguised-Nutrition issues with sugar-Blood sugar dysregulation & adrenal effects-High blood sugar, insulin resistance & brain inflammation-Effects of sugar on microbiome-How to combat cravings-Appropriate levels of consumption/how much is too much?Resources mentioned:Fueled+Fit: 21 days of nutrition education and lifestyle medicine (now called Eat to Achieve)  http://www.erinholthealth.com/fueled-fit/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesWork with Kyle: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/Find Erin on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Find Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/ 

May 2, 2018 • 1h 30min
Healing with Herbs, Interview with Herbalist Amy McKelvey of Her Vital Way | Ep 25
 In this episode I'm interviewing with herbalist Amy KcKelvey. As an integrative herbalist, natural products consultant and marketing professional, Amy has a passion for living with purpose and vitality, coupled with a deep respect for the human body and nature. A graduate of the California School of Herbal Studies, she is now the CEO of Her Vital Way, a wellness brand for women.Tune in to hear:-Healing with herbs-History of herbs-Can you overdo supplements-Essentials oil safety-Where to start with supplements-How to make tea infusions-Zinc and copper balance-Herbs for skin-Hormonal acne-Herbs for constipation-Dosing for herbs-Herbs for sleep and anxiety-Adaptogens-Schisandra-How to energize your life-How to maximize benefits from supplements-Menstrual crampsVisit Her Vital Way:  https://www.hervitalway.com/How to learn more about herbs: https://www.hervitalway.com/Become-your-own-health-advocate_b_11.html"We have been healers throughout history. Groups of women gathered together to heal each other and heal their community with plants and foods. We all need to go back to that place of trusting ourselves." 

Apr 18, 2018 • 58min
Emotional Eating AKA The One Where We Air Our Dirty Laundry | Ep 24
 Emotional Eating aka The One Where We Air Our Dirty LaundryInterview with Alicia Joy StilesWe're sitting down with Alicia Joy Stiles, Women's Empowerment and Holistic Health Coach. Alicia is on a mission of autheticity, pleasure and empowerment. Through personal and professional exploration, she has discovered the magnitude of importance that self love has on our overall happiness.Listen as we talk about:-What does women's empowerment have to do with food-Why we overeat-What does burnout have to do with emotional eating-Food & shame-We talk about everything from binge eating to divorce to burnout.Learn more about Alicia: http://www.aliciajoystiles.com/Follow Alicia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciajoystiles/Work with The Funk'tional Nutritionist https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/servicesWork with Kyle: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/Find Erin on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/Find Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/DEEP DETOX WORKSHOP: http://www.erinholthealth.com/events/ at Hawthorn Farm Retreat Center, Medfield MA - Saturday, April 21st 12-3pm 


