
The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Oct 26, 2023 • 25min
Building Confidence with Eating More Food: GET LIFTED | Ep 287
On today’s episode, Erin discusses how to transform fear and uncertainty into self-trust so that you can build a healthier relationship with eating more food. To do this, listen to the powerful mindset shifts shared throughout this discussion that will encourage you to reflect and then take action with confidence.This will be the last Get Lifted Thursday episode for now - see you next Tuesday! FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/287-confidence-foodCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Oct 24, 2023 • 39min
Influencer Dietitians: My Thoughts on the Recent Washington Post Article | Ep 286
A recent Washington Post article about influencer marketing in the nutrition industry sparked some justifiably strong reactions. Erin shares her thoughts here — and it might not be what you expect. Pulling on her 13 years of clinical experience and a decade of sharing her work on a public platform, Erin explains why she's no longer interested in fighting the nutrition wars.This conversation will encourage you to think about the ways you are influenced online and to build some discernment muscles with who you accept advice from. Consider this episode more of a "think piece" than anything else. Timestamps(2:53) ‘Big Beverage’ funding — is it really anything new? (12:42) Why the ‘all foods fit’ mentality can be appropriate (but not always)(17:32) How allowing space for multiple truths expands our perspective(19:48) Why practitioners being TOO convicted in their beliefs can be problematic (client examples)(22:39) Feel kinda judgy about influencers? Here's something to consider when consuming their content(32:15) Using discernment with online advice FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/286-influencer-dietitiansCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Oct 19, 2023 • 20min
Uncover Your Core Values: GET LIFTED | Ep 285
If today's podcast had a subtitle it would be: What if you actually started embodying the inspirational quotes & memes you share on social media? (Juicy, right?) We're unpacking desired values (how you want to show up) vs. embodied values (how you actually show up) and how to find alignment between these two. Erin teaches a game-changing exercise to help you uncover your personal core values so you can use them as a discernment tool to realign your priorities in your life.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/285-uncover-your-core-valuesCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Oct 17, 2023 • 57min
Healing with Plant Medicine & Psychedelics with Dr. Maya Shetreat | Ep 284
Over the past decade, interest in the use of psychedelics has expanded from the recreational to the scientific. Despite this cultural shift, these natural methods are still often misunderstood. Erin invited neurologist and herbalist, Dr. Maya Shetreat, on to the podcast to discuss the healing potential of psychedelics and plant medicine. Their conversation shares how many people can (& already do) benefit from the effects of plants, along with different ways we can interact with them. If you feel drawn to the topics discussed throughout this episode, be sure to stick around until the end for steps you can take today to learn more and begin your own plant-powered journey.Timestamps(4:47) How food affects our cellular memory & neurological conditions(16:54) Understanding Master Plants to approach them with respect(26:59) Rituals to slow down, feel present & embrace the sacred(34:31) The impact of psychedelic experiences on the mind(44:28) Quantum dosing & uncovering the medicine within yourself(54:06) How to begin a relationship with Master PlantsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/284-plant-medicine-and-psychedelicsCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Maya Shetreat, MD is a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, and author of The Dirt Cure and The Master Plant Experience: The Science, Safety and Sacred Ceremony of Psychedelics. She has been featured in the New York Times, The Telegraph, NPR, Sky News, The Dr. Oz Show and more. Dr. Maya is the founder of the Terrain Institute, where she teaches earth-based programs for transformational healing, including professional training programs for psychedelic-assisted approaches. She works and studies with indigenous communities and healers from around the world, and is a lifelong student of ethnobotany, plant healing, and the sacred.

Oct 5, 2023 • 17min
What Does It Mean to “Be in Your Energy?”: GET LIFTED | Ep 283
On today’s GLT episode, Erin explains why being in your own energy is a super power. She also unpacks what, exactly, that means — and how to do it. If you have a tendency to seek answers outside yourself, this one's for you. You’ll walk away from this discussion with a clearer understanding of how to TRULY access your own authenticity.Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/283-be-in-your-energyCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Oct 3, 2023 • 56min
Building Muscle for Overall Health with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Ep 282
We often associate building muscle with spending lots of time at the gym. But building skeletal muscle is about more than just our strength and appearance — it actually plays a vital role in our overall wellness. Erin sat down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to discuss the health benefits of skeletal muscle and how the process of strengthening our muscles impacts us. Get ready for a mindset shift from focusing on what we have to lose to instead focusing on what we have to gain!Timestamps(7:13) Why traits like discipline can help or hurt(14:43) The importance of skeletal muscle & how it plays a role in different stages of your life(25:12) Ways to involve the whole family in building healthy habits that last a lifetime(29:58) The muscle-hormone connection(34:55) How body composition goes beyond appearance & links to aging diseases(40:10) How much protein you should eat (and when to eat it!) & Dr. Lyon’s favorite supplementsFOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/282-building-muscleCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is board certified in family medicine and completed a combined research and clinical fellowship in geriatrics and nutritional sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her undergraduate training in nutritional sciences at the University of Illinois. Dr. Lyon is a subject-matter expert and educator in the practical application of protein types and levels for health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She has continued to receive mentorship from Dr. Donald Layman, Ph.D., over the course of two decades to help bring protein metabolism and nutrition from the bench to the bedside. Find out more at DrGabrielleLyon.com.

Sep 28, 2023 • 34min
How to Stop Struggling with Indecision: GET LIFTED | Ep 281
Struggling with indecision? Listen to this. This GLT episode is for those of you who hem & haw, go back & forth, second guess yourself and ask others to weigh in every time you have to make a decision. If you're looking to cultivate more self trust in decision making, this one's for you! This is one of those episodes you'll come back to time and time again!Connect with Erin on Instagram here to submit questions for future episodes.FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/281-indecisionCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram

Sep 26, 2023 • 53min
The Science of Aging & Cellular Senescence with Gregory Kelly, ND | Ep 280
In today’s episode, Erin invites Gregory Kelly, the Director of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective, onto the podcast to deep dive into the science behind aging. Throughout their conversation, Gregory simplifies the complex process of cellular senescence, and offers his expert insight on what we can do to support our healthiest selves as we get older. After listening to the discussion, you’ll understand how aging occurs, certain compounds to support our body’s natural elimination of senescent cells, and what you can do now to support your mind and body as you age.Funk'tional Nutrition Academy | Last week to enroll!Timestamps(5:04) The 12 Hallmarks of Aging(11:04) Autophagy: what it is & why aging cells aren’t inherently good or bad(21:11) How the dosage of senolytics impacts the immune system (27:45) Signals that show your body is affected by senescent cells (35:06) Research-backed compounds to support our body’s natural elimination of senescent or "zombie" cells (41:27) Actions to take for a healthy life as you age FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/280-science-of-agingCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram Gregory Kelly is Director of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective, naturopathic physician (N.D.), and author of the book Shape Shift. His areas of expertise include cellular senescence, nootropics, anti-aging and regenerative medicine, weight management, sleep and the chronobiology of performance and health.

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Sep 21, 2023 • 28min
How Do I Get Clients?: GET LIFTED | Ep 279
Discover effective strategies to attract clients in the health and wellness sector. Learn how to define your service transformation and validate your skills through client interactions. Overcome common barriers to client acquisition by viewing rejection as a growth opportunity. Gain practical insights on market demand and how to address client objections, ensuring you connect with your target audience eager for support.

Sep 19, 2023 • 47min
Magnetism & Aligned Action in Your Business | Ep 278
In this episode, Erin explores how to overcome the challenges of building a thriving business. These common struggles shared by many private practice and business owners highlight two major themes: the overwhelming burden of ‘too much’, or the frustrating sense of ‘not enough’.Throughout this discussion you’ll find thought-provoking questions that will help you identify the value you hold and bring to your work. Get ready for a mindset shift – one that builds your belief in yourself by accurately identifying what’s holding you back (and how to work on it). By the end of this episode you’ll be able to take action towards confidently expanding your business with authenticity. Funk'tional Nutrition Academy | Enrollment now openTimestamps(4:13) The Expectant State(15:50) How to get started - the one question to ask yourself to find aligned action (20:09) The difference between finding clients & attracting them — the reframe that you need now(24:42) Blending the divine masculine & feminine to manifest what you want(31:07) Is your lack of confidence a lack of skills or a mindset issue? (38:19) Specific practices to call in clients FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/278-magnetism-aligned-action-businessCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram