Fast and Functional

When your blood sugar fluctuates too much, it causes you to feel tired, then anxious, and gain weight over time. It also leads to hormonal imbalances and abnormal lab results. Rather than guessing to figure out how to balance your blood sugar, get tips specific to YOUR body using a CGM. We discuss how and why to use a CGM, the optimal ranges, and stories from our patients. If you're more of a...

If you know someone wanting to conceive soon, or struggling with fertility, please send them this podcast! Teesa and I felt it was very important to record this conversation because we have helped so many women get pregnant who struggled for years, and some who thought it'd never happen for them. Sometimes there are structural or genetic issues that can't be overcome, but for most, it'...

This is the final episode in a series of 3 on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss practical tips that you can implement today to release stress, reduce triggers, and balance your adrenal hormones (like cortisol) and nervous system (including activating your va...

This is the second in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what the signs and symptoms are of being stuck in a fight or flight state. We also discuss biomarkers of stress, so you can have hard data about both your degree of stress, and...

This is the first in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what stress actually is, as so many of our patients come to us not being able to identify it. Learn what stress looks like and what it's doing to your body that's holdin...

Get ready to learn some things you've never heard about perimenopasue and menopause! I interview Teesa, a functional nutritionist at VivaWise. We share what studies show is actually going on behind the scenes in your body, the root causes for your symptoms, and solutions that we've seen work with our clients. We also share some personal experiences! If you're more of a visual person, o...

This is the last in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and how to do it. If you want to take your fasting to the next level, and get next-level benefits, these 2 methods are our favorite. Always be sure to discuss fasting with your practitioner before trying it! Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to...

This episode is jam-packed with practical tips, and as always we reveal what studies have shown. You will discover: Why daily calorie restriction doesn't lead to weight loss How often and how long to fast When to eat How it can support healthy cortisol and insulin How to make it easier to do Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to your unique needs, or see what...

This is the first in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and provide evidence-based guidelines to make it worth it. In this episode, we discuss how my husband's fasting habit was actually sabotaging his health. You'll learn what kinds of health issues that scientific research has shown to benefit from fasting, and when it'...

In this podcast episode, I share what I learned about myself when I got my diagnosis, and what habits and natural methods I use to thrive with it. Halfway through the episode, my husband shares how it's impacted him and our marriage, and asks me about my mindset shift that has changed how I feel about myself. For anyone dealing with mental health struggles, I hope this episode encourages you! Go h...

Whether you're born male or female, this episode will bring so much clarity in understanding a topic that is woefully under-adressed in our culture. Learn what sex hormones do, how they change throughout our life, and how we can influence them for good! This will allow you to face your, or your partner's, hormonal fluctuations with more understanding and empowerment. If you want to get testing for...

To get the research summary on antibiotics and our free Immune Support Guide so you have options other than antibiotics to support your immune system, go ⁠here⁠ . Most doctors, and us patients, are unaware of the hidden dangers of taking antibiotics. However, for decades research studies have discovered that these medications alter our body's functioning in a lasting way. Even if you don't have sy...

I'm an odd nutritionist- I LOVE studying everything related to food, but I'm not interested in handling it! I want my time in the kitchen to be as minimal as possible so I have more time to pursue my passions. That being said, I also am not ok with my food being boring. I grew up on a junk food, fast food diet. If I'm not eating craveworthy meals, I'm starting to feel restricted. L...

There's a saying that we're all motivated by one of 2 things: either inspiration or desperation. Unfortunately, I had to learn how to listen to my body's signals for healthy self-care by being desperate. I tell the story of how I almost died, and another of how I couldn't walk normally for a year. Through great desperation though, I was able to change my limiting beliefs and overco...

Would your health improve if you did a food test to check for what you react to? Listen in to learn about when food testing can help, and when to skip it. If you'd like to find out what diet is best for you, including preparing for and running a food test, check out our functional wellness services  here . For our blog post on why food testing isn't enough, go  here.

I bet you've had the experience before of seeing your conventional doctor for a health issue, and walking away disappointed. If they're the ones responsible for healthcare, why don't we feel healthier seeing them? I get straight to the point about the limitations of the conventional "sickcare" system, and what a true healthcare system means. Listen to the end where my husband...

Whether you've had some nights of poor sleep or just got back from a busy trip, we all have days where we're dragging. Rather than reaching for more coffee, sugary snacks, or a nap, find out the healthier options that will give you more energy and alertness so that you can still have a great day! (and maybe learn a little about Star Wars in the process 😆) If you're trying to improve y...

Whether you're picking up a packaged snack or cooking stir-fry at home, it can be confusing knowing which oils can help and which can hurt your health. This quick podcast gets straight to the point of: Should you even use/eat oils The dirty secrets of industrial seed oils Which ones are clean, good options Listen towards the end to find out what's wrong with avocado oil! If you're tryi...

We answer all the questions you've had about being hydrated and get you super motivated to start drinking more! Learn how to know if you're hydrated enough, what fluids count towards hydration, and tips to improve your intake. Listen to the 2/3 point to hear my husband's term for hydrating as he takes a big drink!  If you're trying to increase your health by drinking more water, ea...

Since I get this asked this often from my clients, I'm sharing my personal experience with how I've felt in the months after having COVID. I actually did lab tests before and after having COVID (I am such a scientist at heart!), so I was able to see how it impacted my health from an objective standpoint too.  If you'd like to see or purchase some of the supplements we use to recover qu...

I talk so much about gut health because it's the foundation of overall health. But how do you know if your gut health needs improving? One of the easiest (and free!) ways is to become more acquainted with your bathroom habits.  We have a fun time discussing this icky topic that can reveal so much about your health. Listen in to find out what your BMs are trying to tell you! A great way to addr...

While there's all kinds of creams and serums that can help you deal with acne, in functional medicine we want to address the root causes. Why do you even have acne or occasional breakouts? Resolving the imbalances that trigger it will give you lasting results and take the burden off of managing it.  Listen to the end where I tell my own personal story of acne! Then share this episode with some...

While there may be some special meals you want to enjoy on your travels, eating whatever's available for all 3 meals per day isn't the smartest strategy for your health or how you'll feel day-to-day.  You'll want a pen and paper as you listen to this one. I discuss what I pack for both roadtrips and flights to keep my body nourished while away on trips! For more ideas on feeling yo...

Some might say I'm addicted to learning. Hey, it's one of the things that makes me so good at my job! Sometimes, I like to do things just because I'm excited about what I might learn from it (not because I actually want to do it). Signing up for a half marathon was one of those things. And while I'll never do it again, listen in for why it ended up being such a valuable experience!...

Noticing more hair in the shower (my husband calls me out on this in the episode 😬), or seeing a little more of your scalp than you'd like? Listen in to find out what causes hair loss, and what we can do about it! Want to see for yourself what your iron or hormones look like and if they could be contributing to hair loss? You can go here to order your own labs. If you'd like help interpre...