The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast

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 

In a recent Instagram poll, Erin saw that 70% of practitioners want to run their own practice, while 30% do not. This week, Erin speaks to the 30% of practitioners who are looking to work for another company and offers some pointers from her perspective as someone in a position to hire. While credentials matter, being able to apply what you’ve learned and having the skillset to help your clients is non-negotiable. Leave this episode with tangible steps to approach a practice you'd like to work for.The Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™, our 14-month functional nutrition certification program, opens for enrollment on September 1. We'd love to see your application!Timestamps(8:16) The beauty behind not wanting to run your own practice(16:44) The reason behind why most practitioners want to hire(19:46) The value behind continuing education(23:30) Credentials versus having the skillset to help people(27:39) How to approach a practice you’d like to work for(34:48) Getting clear on what you do & how you can helpFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/325-how-to-get-hired-as-a-functional-medicine-practitionerCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram 

Dr. Gregory Kelly, VP of Product Development at Qualia Life Sciences and a leading expert in nootropics and anti-aging, dives deep into the fascinating world of NAD+. He discusses its vital role in cellular energy, protection, and DNA repair, highlighting how it supports longevity. Dr. Kelly also answers questions about absorption methods, including NAD+ pills versus IV drips. Listeners learn about potential signs of declining NAD+ levels and the effects of supplementation on energy, cognitive function, and overall health.

Erin, a health expert with personal experience in overcoming autoimmune disease through functional medicine, shares invaluable insights. She discusses the importance of self-sourcing healing and challenges the traditional search for root causes. Erin highlights how our mindsets can shape our biology, and how recognizing the body's communication through symptoms is crucial. She emphasizes personal empowerment in health decisions and the transformative potential of nurturing positive beliefs to support well-being.

In this enlightening conversation, Erin, a dynamic speaker on health and body regeneration, delves into the incredible ways our bodies heal themselves daily. She emphasizes the importance of our thoughts and emotions in shaping our well-being. Listeners will discover practical insights into intuitive functional medicine, learning how to engage actively in their healing journeys. Erin inspires with the message that while the past is unchangeable, the future is wide open for transformation.

This discussion dives into the hamster wheel of negative thoughts and how they hinder growth. Learn to spot what's working in your life and appreciate it! The concept of 'abundance mining' is introduced, encouraging a shift from scarcity to gratitude. Discover how to catch limiting beliefs before they affect your health. Hydration and electrolytes are highlighted for their role in energy levels. Most importantly, embrace positivity, celebrate your wins, and transform your mindset for a healthier, fulfilling life!

Explore the fascinating interplay between the brain and chronic health conditions. Discover how the mind can misinterpret physical signals, leading to ongoing symptoms even after infections clear. Learn about the vital role of mindset and neuroplasticity in healing. Find out practical strategies to calm your nervous system and promote emotional resilience. Shift your focus from pain to health, unlocking your body's true healing potential.

Discover how the subconscious mind plays a role in healing your gut and how beliefs can impact your health. Explore the effects of stress on gut health and how childhood trauma can lead to chronic digestive issues. Learn how to change your biology and tips for better neuroplasticity to aid in healing.

Erin, who used manifestation to heal, shares wisdom on applying it. Topics include hardwired beliefs, breaking stress cycles, magnetizing realities, frequency medicine, and subconscious reprogramming. Learn to view your healing potential!

Erin interviews Cameryn, a TFN client, discussing reframing chronic health symptoms. Topics include shifting from predictability to possibility, self-compassion in healing, metaphysical meanings of symptoms, and rewiring the brain for hope and expansion.