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Episode 337: Colon Hydrotherapy - Why Aren't More People Talking About This?
Struggling with constipation, looking to detox, or improve your mental clarity? Colon hydrotherapy might be a really helpful tool for you. Joanna Stanescu joins Erin on today’s episode to discuss all things colon hydrotherapy - common misconceptions, benefits, contraindications, and what to expect if you’ve never received one before.
Joanna Stanescu is a Board Certified Traditional Naturopath and Colon Hydrotherapist. She owns The Root Chakra inside South Bay Holistic Spa located in South San Jose, CA.
Episode 334: Circadian Rhythm Support for Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time is a challenging transition for many of us. Circadian rhythm disruption is one of the major contributors to hormonal imbalance and is very common in our modern-day lifestyle, making recovery from Daylight Saving Time even more difficult. Learn more about the importance of supporting your circadian rhythm and how to do so through lifestyle changes and hacks.
While it’s normal to experience some level of fatigue after Daylight Saving Time or a time change, if you’re constantly exhausted, feeling burnt out, or generally depleted, this may indicate that something deeper is going on. We have spots open in our 1:1 membership and would love to see your application!
Episode 333: Functional Stool Testing: What It Is & How to Know If You Need It
If you have obvious GI symptoms going on (digestion, bloating, gas, heartburn, acid reflux, loose stools, diarrhea, constipation, or sluggish bowels) you might want a stool test. But there are some non obvious conditions that also have a GI component, such as autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances, and skin conditions, that would also benefit from results of a stool test. Learn about functional stool testing, what it is, how you know if you need it and how it can help you.
Interested in having your stool test analyzed by Team FN? Sign up for The Gut Panel - our new program designed to give you more insight as to what your root cause may be. Limited to 10 spots!
Episode 332: Coffee Enemas: The Whys, Whats and Hows
Are you experiencing bloating, belching, pain with eating, or heartburn? These symptoms can be due to constipation, sluggish bowels or trapped gas. To find relief in times of digestive discomfort, coffee enemas can be a great resource. Learn how coffee enemas can support your body’s natural detoxification process and gut-brain connection as well as how to properly set one up and what to expect afterwards.
Episode 331: All About Digestive Enzymes
Are you in the middle of a stressful season and experiencing digestive issues like gas, bloating, constipation, or nausea? You’re in the right place! If you have your diet and lifestyle dialed in, you may need some extra digestive support—like digestive enzymes! Learn about the root causes of low digestive enzymes and stomach acid (such as H. pylori and SIBO), as well as how to determine which digestive enzymes may be the best fit for you and how to incorporate them into your routine.
Looking for more support in diving into the root cause of your low digestive juices? Opt into our FREE Digestive Guide, or take a deeper dive with our 1:1 membership, with spots opening next month to get started!
Feel like you’re doing all the basics and are still catching every cold that goes around? It may be time to take a deeper dive. We’re accepting clients in our 1:1 membership and would love to see your application!
Episode 330: Ways to Support Your Immune System
Let's talk about immune support as we head into "cold and flu season"! Here at Team FN, we believe it’s not about eliminating exposure to all viruses or illnesses, but rather about controlling our habits, the foods we consume, and our daily routines to keep our immune system firing on all cylinders. Learn about the nutritional and lifestyle foundations for building a strong immune system, as well as the supplements and nutraceuticals that can offer additional support.
Feel like you’re doing all the basics and are still catching every cold that goes around? It may be time to take a deeper dive. We’re accepting clients in our 1:1 membership and would love to see your application!
Episode 316: Microbiome, Metabolic Health & GLP-1 with Colleen Cutcliffe
Erin doesn't typically have brands come on the show to promote their products, but we're such a BIG fan of Pendulum at Team FN that we couldn't resist! Learn more about how GLP-1 works to increase satiety, curb cravings. We're also discussing how probiotics help to support overall metabolic health. This episode is for you if you're looking to get healthier and learn more about GLP-1 OR if you're a practitioner who utilizes probiotics — or works with metabolic health — in your practice.
Colleen Cutcliffe is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pendulum. She has over 25 years of experience leading and managing biology teams in academia, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Prior to starting Pendulum, Colleen was the Senior Manager of Biology at Pacific Biosciences and a Scientist at Elan Pharmaceuticals. Colleen received her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Johns Hopkins University and her B.A. in Biochemistry from Wellesley College.
Episode 313: Natural Allergy Support
When Rachel, our Lead Practitioner, works with her clients in our 1:1 membership, she goes “inflammation hunting” to figure out the root cause of the clients' ailments. Seasonal allergies are no different. Where there is a time and place for antihistamines like Claritin and Zyrtec, we want to get to the bottom of why you’re suffering from seasonal allergies in the first place.
Episode 308: Sleepy Girl Mocktails, Minerals & HTMAs
Erin brings Rachel, the Lead Practitioner for Team FN and Lead Clinical Mentor of the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy, on this episode to discuss the popular TikTok and Instagram trend- The Sleepy Girl Mocktail. Surprisingly, not all trends are bad and this is one we can get behind! You’ll learn why magnesium is important, how common deficiencies are (and why!) and ways to increase your magnesium levels through supplementation and topicals. Rachel dives into the newest functional lab test we’ve introduced to our 1:1 Membership- the HTMA test, and shares how it can be an effective and affordable way to find lifestyle and nutrition recommendations for her patients. This is a great episode for both clients and practitioners alike!
Interested to learn more about how to run HTMA tests in your own practice? Enrollment into the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy spring cohort is now open and spots are limited!
Episode 306: Lab Interpretation Case Study: OAT, HTMA & DUTCH Test
We’ve spoken about the importance of clinical mentorship, but we’ve never given a sneak peek of what that looks like within the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy until today!
In this lab review session, Rachel Mistry, our Lead Practitioner at Team FN, supports an FNA student through analyzing functional lab tests whilst also taking into consideration the experiences and lifestyle of the patient. This case study reiterates our belief that treatment requires a whole body approach and is not one-size-fits-all.
Are you a practitioner interested in gaining more confidence and experience with functional lab testing? Enrollment into the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy spring cohort is open. There are limited seats available, so apply today!
Episode 305: Functional Lab Testing: Do’s & Don’ts
This episode is a sneak peek into one of Erin’s Q&A’s within the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy. Erin answers commonly asked questions from providers regarding when and how to utilize functional labs, how to leverage your intake form for the best success, the pitfalls of the industry and the reality of imposter syndrome. Although this episode may seem like it’s geared towards practitioners, this is an insightful resource to use as guidance when looking for a provider.
Registration for the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy Spring cohort is now open! Limited spots available.
Episode 304: H. Pylori - What You Need to Know
Erin was inspired to create this episode after sharing her recent stool test with clinically high levels of H. Pylori. She dives into the hotly debated topic within the industry: is H. Pylori an integral part of our health or is it something that needs to be completely eradicated? Learn the nuances behind how to test for H. Pylori, when we should treat it, and when it may be best left alone.
Are you a practitioner who is interested in learning the nitty-gritty of H. Pylori, stool tests & gut health? Apply to the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy. Applications for the spring cohort are now open!
Episode 303: All About Acid Reflux & GERD
Erin explains how digestion works in the body and how dysfunction in any part of the process can lead to acid reflux & GERD. Learn how conventional medicine treatment can often mask the underlying root cause of GERD and potentially exacerbate the issue. Erin discusses the common foods and medications that contribute to reflux and simple ways to support yourself in your treatment journey.
Episode 295: Mold Toxicity: A Functional Approach
Mold. It's not always as straightforward as it seems, and its symptoms can mimic other conditions. It can be a hidden culprit behind various health issues, but it's not always easy to identify. From respiratory issues to brain fog, mold exposure can manifest in various ways.
In this episode, we're not just scratching the surface; we're exploring the ins and outs of how mold can affect our bodies and what we can do about it. Erin sits down with her Lead Practitioner, Rachel Mistry, to guide you through the process of identifying, understanding, and addressing mold exposure.