FUNC YOU UP!

Now that we understand female hormones and the impact that they have during the menstrual cycle, we want to give you the best tools to support them with food and exercise. So you can feel more empowered and in-tune with your body! Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a rev...

Women are complex and so are our hormones. After all, they’re the reason why we are who we are and why we feel the way we feel. Let’s talk about what’s actually going on with your body during your menstrual cycle and what could be some signs that your hormones are not quite balanced. Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional...

Enough of that “new year, new you” BS. Instead of making a laundry list of things we wish we were going to do but realistically can’t, we’re doing something different. This year we’re creating the best version of ourselves by creating new habits! Let’s talk about how we’re doing that and how you can do it too. Happy 2022! Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition,...

If your body could talk, what would it tell you? Headaches, acne, brain fog, stomach pain… These are all signs that your body is trying to tell you something. So, listen! It’s not surprising that when you’re dehydrated you get a headache. Let’s talk about 5 things your body is trying to tell you and why it’s so func’ing important that you listen to it. Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michel...

If your holiday celebrations consist of one day of eating your favorite treats, by all means, go ahead and indulge. Drink the hot cocoa with marshmallows and everything! But if it’s gonna be a week-long celebration, you might want to re-think some of your choices so you don’t have any regrets afterward. Let’s talk about some healthy holiday swaps, from what to drink, to Diana’s secret apple pie re...

When it comes to supplements we always say that we don’t like to guess, we like to test. But if you’ve been having an upset stomach lately, that just doesn’t go away, we find that the #1 supplement that we recommend to a lot of our patients with the same complaint is GI-Synergy™ by Apex Energetics. So let’s talk about this therapeutic product, its herbal blend, and how it addresses GI issues. Can’...

As it gets colder outside, sometimes our bodies start feeling it too... We might have the sniffles and a little bit of a sore throat, or maybe some congestion in the morning. No need to panic! Let’s talk about the best way to get rid of those acute cold and flu symptoms and at the same time support our immune system during these cold months. Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_ms...

It’s getting colder and darker outside and naturally we’re craving less salads and more roasted veggies. Let’s talk about our go-to foods that bring warmth from the inside out for breakfast, lunch, dinner and yes, even dessert. Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a review...

Nobody *wants* to feel like sh!t after the holidays. But it still happens almost every single year, right? A func’ing ton of drinks, way too many mashed potatoes, and barely any exercise… Let’s change that! Let’s make the holidays happy, yet somewhat healthy and have a plan so there’s no room for sabotage. We’re sharing 10 tips for healthy holiday eating. Happy Thanksgiving! Can’t get enough FUNC...

If you’re taking a multivitamin you’re already doing so much better than those who aren’t, but we want to make sure that it’s not doing more harm than good. So we’re going to tell you what to look for in a multivitamin, but most importantly, what to avoid. Let’s talk about dosages in your multi, the best time to take it, and red flags to look out for (spoiler alert: they’re red, literally). Mentio...

Not that we endorse drinking until the point that you get a terrible hangover the day after. But if you’re going to do it, we might as well give you our healthy guide to alcohol consumption. Let’s talk about what to do (and not to do) before, during, and after drinking. From what supplements to take, to what foods to eat and why you need to stop keeping ibuprofen on your bedside table. Mentioned i...

Whenever we talk about people straying off their health journey with their food habits, it always comes back to 3 things: Hunger, energy, and cravings. Whether it’s because you’re spending too long without eating, or not planning your snacks, let’s talk about how to keep your HEC in check and set yourself up for success! Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition, a...

The natural health benefits of sex are plenty. From lowering our blood pressure to enhancing our mood, and a lot more in between. But how can we support our sex lives, and in this case, our libido through nutrition? Let’s talk about aphrodisiacs (besides chocolate and red wine), the impact of stress, and what goes beyond eating specific foods when it comes to sexual health. Can’t get enough FUNC Y...

The air is getting colder, the days are getting shorter and the leaves are changing. It’s official: cold and flu season is here. And while we’ve told you before what you can do to get stronger while this or any viruses are floating around. This time we want to talk about 5 ways you are actively sabotaging your immune system, regardless of how much vitamin C you’re taking *eyeroll*. Spoiler alert:...

If you dabble in the health and wellness world, you’ve probably heard about Intermittent Fasting, but no matter how much you hear your favorite celebrity talk about it, you still have tons of questions. So let’s talk about the different types of Intermittent Fasting, what breaks a fast, why your goals matter when it comes to this practice, and why it’s not beneficial for everybody. Can’t get enoug...

You're stuck with no results. Whether you’ve been trying to lose weight for quite some time, get pregnant, improve your energy, or whatever health journey you're at right now. It seems like your body is just not working the way it's ~supposed~ to be working. Even though you're talking the talk and walking the walk. Functional Medicine extraordinaire, Dr. Dan Kellums, is our guest this week and he’...

The thing about spices is that you don’t really need to be a big chef to use them and benefit from all their benefits; cinnamon can aid in your blood sugar regulation if you just sprinkle it in your daily cup of coffee. It really is that easy. So let’s talk about our all-time favorite spices and how you can enhance your health with them without having to make big changes to your diet. Can’t get en...

If you were going to get stuck on a desert island, what three items would you bring? If you’re thinking ‘a knife’, you’re pretty func’ing smart. But we’re thinking more supplements, food, and lifestyle items we can’t live without. So you can keep your knife, and we’ll keep our meat subscription box and hopefully, USPS can reach us in the middle of nowhere. Mentioned in this episode: Ther-Biotic Co...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever spent an entire day eating good & healthy meals, only to get home at 8 pm and devour an entire pizza. Or maybe you’re not eating an entire pizza, but all your 2,000 in that one last meal. Let’s talk about the most common mistakes we make when it comes to dinner time. Whether that’s eating too much (or too little) and why it’s important to give yourself at least 2 hou...

It’s our 2 year anniversary episode and we want to celebrate by giving you the insider scoop on our personal favorites; from protein powders to gadgets that make our lives better, and everything in between. Let’s talk about what we’re obsessed with! Things that we personally can’t live without and just want to scream how great they are from the hypothetical mountain top that is this podcast. Branc...

You’re making an effort because you want to live a healthier life and we truly applaud that. But sometimes the salad you’re getting for lunch every day might not be the healthiest choice out there. Can a salad be unhealthy? You’d be surprised! Let’s talk about go-to “healthy” lunches and what is wrong with all of them. And if you’re thinking “well I sometimes don’t eat lunch” - that is NOT the fun...

Marketing has a big func’ing pull in the food industry. So big that sometimes you think that you're doing something good for yourself (like eating lots of Fiber One cereal in the morning), only to find out you’re by no means getting enough fiber because cereal is not really the best option out there. Let’s talk about the most common myths when it comes to nutrient deficiencies and what you actuall...

When you think of “health and wellness”, usually that vision includes a few juices and smoothies, right? It’s not your fault, marketing companies are making millions of dollars convincing you that pressed juice is all you need to achieve your #goals. But what happens when that beautiful juice bottle has more grams of sugar than a can of soda? Let’s talk about all the drinks you think are healthy (...

More than 80% of the questions we received for this Q&A episode were energy-related. Y'all are very tired, and we’re here to WAKE YOU UP! (Get it?) Let’s talk about what you can do if you’re feeling like you can’t stay awake, or maybe you’re awake but just can’t focus. Do you really need more caffeine? Also discussing what’s a healthy way to gain weight and muscle mass, how to get rid of man boobs...

You don’t have to have diabetes to be interested in watching your blood sugar levels. We all should pay attention to the amount of sugar we’re consuming on a daily basis. And before you say “I don’t even add sugar to my coffee” you need to know that more often than not, sugar is always hiding, especially where you least expect it. So let’s find out all those hiding spots! Mentioned in this episode...