The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast

Struggling to stay healthy during the holiday season? Discover how to set non-negotiables around nutrition and movement. Learn about intentional travel and not leaving food to chance. Get tips on crowd-pleasing healthy dishes, calendar planning for exercise, and using community for support. Unpack feelings of guilt surrounding self-care while exploring personalized health goals. Plus, find out which supplements can give you that extra boost to thrive through the festivities!

Navigating the tricky transition of Daylight Saving Time can wreak havoc on our circadian rhythms. The impact of modern life on our internal clocks is explored, highlighting the importance of natural light and routine. Practical morning and evening strategies are shared for optimizing sleep quality. Discover tools to manage blue light exposure and tips for enhancing your overall wellness. Finally, learn how to distinguish between seasonal fatigue and deeper health issues for a more energized life.

Dive into the world of functional stool testing and discover how it can reveal hidden gut issues, even when symptoms aren't obvious. Learn how this testing method stands out from conventional GI labs, and find out what key digestive and immune health markers it can unveil. The conversation highlights the vital role of stool testing in managing autoimmune conditions and provides insights into new services that can help pinpoint the root causes of chronic gastrointestinal problems.

Discover the surprising benefits of coffee enemas for digestive relief and detoxification. Learn how they can enhance gut-brain communication and even increase glutathione levels. Get step-by-step instructions on how to safely perform one, including equipment tips and aftercare advice. Explore the essential role detoxification plays in overall health, along with the importance of addressing chronic digestive issues at the root. It's a fascinating journey into a misunderstood health practice!

Feeling bloated or constipated? Digestive enzymes might be your answer! The discussion digs into the link between emotional stress and gut health. Uncover the signs of low digestive enzymes and stomach acid, plus how to determine which supplements suit your needs. The episode also covers the importance of fat digestion and the impact of sodium in your diet. With practical tips and personal anecdotes, you'll learn how to effectively use digestive enzymes to improve your overall well-being.

Delve into immune support strategies just in time for cold and flu season! Discover anti-inflammatory and antiviral foods that can enhance your health. Learn how your gut microbiome plays a crucial role in immunity. Explore stress management tips and uncover effective supplements for overall wellness. Get practical advice on nourishing your body with nutrient-dense meals and discover the importance of sleep in maintaining a robust immune system. It's a comprehensive guide to staying resilient during peak illness times!

Discover effective strategies to overcome mental barriers that limit growth in your practice. Learn how to create space in your calendar for impactful growth hacks. Explore how enhancing client value can boost your revenue. Determine if you need more education or mentorship for success. Uncover the transformative power of investing in your future self to unlock new opportunities. Join a community dedicated to supporting personal and professional development.

Join Rachel, the Lead Practitioner and Clinical Mentor of FNA, as she unpacks the concept of "inflammation hunting." She discusses what inflammation actually is, its causes, and how functional labs assist in diagnosis. Discover key lab markers and symptoms that indicate inflammation and learn strategies to keep it at bay, including food considerations. Rachel also shares insightful case studies that showcase real-life patient transformations, emphasizing the connection between inflammation, diet, and overall health.

Simply offering to run functional labs in your practice isn't what makes them valuable—it’s being able to use them to meet your clients' needs that does. Learn the bennies of running functional labs—from validating your clients' symptoms to figuring out the next best step in treatment, and using the results to make lasting changes for your clients…and so much more.Overwhelmed by where to start? The fall cohort of our Funk’tional Nutrition Academy is open for enrollment. We’d love to see your application!Timestamps(9:38) Advice if you’re feeling overwhelmed by functional labs(18:57) Using labs to validate client symptoms(30:19) Using labs to encourage compliance with behavior change(35:20) Showing client progress with biomarkers and lab data(36:17) Connecting clients to deep inner work through functional labs(38:00) The difference between worth and valueFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/327-how-to-increase-value-adding-functional-labsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Inflammatory title? Totally. In this think piece, Erin discusses the drawbacks, red flags and potential issues with certain functional medicine philosophies. She's getting honest with caveats to consider with functional lab testing — including how both the placebo and nocebo effects can play a role in a patient's healing process. This episode is not only geared for practitioners who are practicing functional medicine and analyzing lab tests, but also for the client on the receiving end. The Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™, our 14-month functional nutrition certification program, is open for enrollment. We'd love to see your application!Timestamps(9:30) Is lab testing the only way to validate health?(10:53) Interoception: what it is and why it's relevant(20:54) Functional medicine fear mongering(25:59) Understanding that lab tests are not perfect(28:27) The Nocebo Effect: How you communicate lab results can impact your client’s ability to heal(37:54) Using symptoms as a data pointFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/326-functional-medicine-more-problems-than-solutionsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram