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The Funk’tional Nutrition Podcast
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Episode 49: Why You Need to Test Your Thyroid (& How to Do It)
This episode is a must-listen for nutritionists and practitioners-to-be! I talk about the one social media experience that made me stop comparing, a recap for practitioners, why practitioners need to be okay with failing, thyroid health and brain health, systems in the body that thyroid affects, why testing TSH doesn’t cut it, the diet for Hashimoto’s, and thyroid labs you need.
Episode 48: Exploring Female Hormones & Birth Control with Dr. Jolene Brighten
In this episode, Dr. Jolene Brighten, a prominent leader in women’s medicine sits down with me to discuss: Post Birth Control Syndrome and why you should care, When your doctor doesn’t believe your story, When medicine borders on dogma, Why birth control is NOT “the pill for every female ill”, a brief history of birth control, vaginal pain & shame, how stress affects fertility, the best hormone, thyroid & adrenal tests and so much more.
Episode 47: Weaning off Antidepressants, Eczema Diets & the Problem with Nutrition
Today Kyle and I cover topics like: Immune-boosting herbs we’re loving now, How to support yourself nutritionally when weaning off SSRIs, Supplements to consider when coming off anti-depressants, Nutrition to support the brain and mood, Gluten & the brain, Talking about gluten sensitivity , Thyroid health & the brain, Eczema triggers, Supplements & life practices for eczema relief, and the question: Is Jillian Michael’s keto stance legit?
Episode 46: Building Better Habits
I'm sitting down with Sara Curry, owner of Blaze Yoga & Pilates in New Hampshire. We're talking about habits. Tune in as we discuss how to create awareness to effect change, the best place to start, how to get the best support for YOU, and what to do when life happens (and it WILL)
Episode 44: Celery Juice, Ditching Plastic, Chronic Constipation
Kyle and I are answering listener questions about the gut. Listen in as we sit down and answer questions like: What’s up with the celery juice craze? We also discuss problems with low stomach acid, problems with PPIs and acid blocking medications, practical ways to ditch plastic water bottles, problems with plastic, causes of chronic constipation, longterm laxative use, and herbs for constipation.
Episode 43: Intersectional Feminism & the Co-opting of Movements with Chrissy King
Chrissy King is a writer, speaker, strength coach, and educator with a passion for creating a diverse and inclusive wellness industry. Tune in as I sit down with Chrissy to talk about overcoming the fear of leaving a FT job to pursue her dreams, examining and questioning the stories we tell ourselves, specific ways to leverage your privilege, and how to be a part of the conversation when you don’t know what to say.
Episode 42: New Year Resolutions, Carb Fear, Keto for Women, Anti-inflammatory Diets
To kick off the New Year, I'm diving into topics like: New Year’s Resolutions vs. Re-evaluation, What I'm saying NO to in 2019, What to do if you’re feeling restricted on a low carb diet, Is low sugar anti-inflammatory?, Do I have to go keto for anti-inflammatory benefits?, and Who shouldn’t go keto?
Episode 41: Supplements for Women's Health
I'm excited to be sitting down with our favorite herbalist, Amy McKelvey: Chief Energizing Officer & Founder of Her Vital Way. (I've had Amy on the show twice before, so be sure to listen to episode 25 - Healing with Herbs and 36 - Natural Cold and Flu prevention.) Today we're answering questions and talking all about women's health and herbs/supplements.
Episode 40: Conscious Holidays
Join Kyle and I as we talk about How We Stay Sane and Enjoy the Holidays, Coupon Codes for Health-Conscious Gifts, Our Favorite Companies to Support, How to Detox Your Home and Our Favorite Traditions - New and Old!
Episode 39: Plant-Based Diets, Eating Meat & Sustainable Health
We're getting into a "meaty" topic today.. Tune in as Kyle and I cover topics like: How to Get the Most Nutrition Out of a Vegetarian Diet, Supplements to Consider on a Vegetarian/Vegan Diet, Common Nutrient Deficiencies in a Vegetarian/Vegan Diet (and what to do), and the Best Ways to Approach the Healthiest Diet for You.
Episode 38: Interview with Jessica Flanigan
Today I'm interviewing Jessica Flanigan, who is an authority on the auto-immune/paleo movement. Listen in as we discuss the #1 question to ask yourself before attempting any diet, how to customize your health based on latest microbiome and genetic research, personalized medicine, how to find a skilled practitioner, the lie you’ve been told about food sensitivities, what to do when we feel stuck, and much more.
Episode 37: Liver Health, Bile Production & Intermittent Fasting
Is detox BS? In this episode I answer this question and cover topics like: Why you should care about the health of your gallbladder, All about bile and why it’s such a superstar, Problems with reflux meds, Foods to improve digestion and increase bile production, My current fave daily elixir, Supplements for detoxification, Benefits & drawbacks of intermittent fasting, Female hormones and fasting, Who should NEVER attempt fasting, How to do it & Signs you should stop.
Episode 36: Natural Cold & Flu Prevention with Herbalist Amy McKelvey
Amy McKelvey is the Chief Energizing Officer & Founder of Her Vital Way. Tune in as I sit down with Amy to talk about DIY antibacterial hand spray, teas and herbs for kids, immunity herbs to cook with, how to prevent strep, creating a home apothecary, foods & practices to enhance immunity, and healthy holiday gift ideas.
Episode 35: Candida, Spousal Support & Protein Needs
If you have questions about Candida and healthy eating, this episode is for you! Kyle and I discuss Our thoughts on Facebook nutrition groups, Feeding kids, Getting your spouse on board with health eating, the Best tests for candida, Candida protocols, Chronic UTIs, and Protein needs: how much is too much?