Why Deep Listening Holds The Key To Your Autoimmune Recovery
In this episode, Andrea discusses why deep listening might be the missing piece in your healing journey. Whether you're feeling stuck with protocols that aren't working or just starting your recovery journey, you'll learn practical ways to tap into your body's wisdom and become the expert of your own health.
The Power of Food as Medicine
In this episode, Andrea discusses the hidden epidemic of inflammation and how external toxins, paired with internal imbalances, can damage our health. Andrea emphasizes non-negotiable health basics: sleep, digestion, and blood sugar regulation. She encourages us to stop being strangers to our bodies and embrace food as medicine.
Reframing Longevity
In this episode, Andrea discusses what’s missing from the current discourse about longevity; how to switch the conversation to be about aging with purpose, grace, and dignity; and how we can develop better filters when we're being “sold” anti-aging products or strategies.
The Hidden Power of Fundamentals to Balance Hormones (Pt 2)
In this episode, Andrea discusses critical basics like blood sugar balance, digestion, and sleep, and how these can truly revolutionize our overall well-being, especially when it comes to hormone and cardiovascular health.
Harnessing Our Genes for Better Digestion (Pt 1)
In this episode, Andrea discusses how we can influence the expression of our genes through lifestyle factors such as diet, movement, environment, and mindset. She also helps us determine where we can be most effective, since focusing there is both powerful and calming.
Why Health Trends are Problematic
In this episode, Andrea discusses the problem with popular nutritional trends and testing today, honest thoughts on supplementation vs. nutrients in food, foundational nutrition practices that can serve and support EVERYONE and so much more!
Your Purpose is the Key to Healing
In this episode, Andrea discusses the power of functional nutrition; how food, lifestyle, and mindset play a role in healing; how understanding your body’s unique needs is the key to long-term health; how we can advocate for our own well-being; and practical tips to start healing from the inside out.
The Functional Nutrition Way of Looking at Healing
In this episode, Andrea discusses how Functional Medicine can change the way we think about health and healing. Andrea also dives into her history as a nutritionist and how her practice has developed over the years.
Personalized Nutrition & Root Cause Healing
In this episode, Andrea dives into the gaps in Functional Medicine, why chronic illness is at epidemic levels, and her unique framework for addressing root causes. She explains the pitfalls of overtesting, the importance of bio-individuality, and how to build a therapeutic partnership that empowers clients and practitioners alike.
The Role of Narrative Medicine in Understanding Your Body's Story
In this episode, Andrea discusses the gaps in traditional healthcare, the shifting perspective of a "healing journey", the three tiers of nutritional mastery, the role of Narrative Medicine in recovery and much more.
The Power Of Narrative Medicine For Improved Health And Wellness
In this episode, Andrea shares how engaging with the humanities (like poetry, art, and storytelling) cultivates deeper listening and understanding of who we are. She underscores that this deeper connection can facilitate healing, especially for women navigating significant hormonal and life changes in perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.
Whole-Body Wellness: A Deep Dive into Functional Nutrition
In this episode, Andrea shares the potential of functional nutrition and the value of crafting routines that reflect your personal values and lifestyle. From empowering morning rituals and calming evening practices to the fascinating connection between narrative medicine and health, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and wisdom.
How To Get To The Root Cause Of Your Menopause Symptoms
In this episode, Andrea explores the hidden factors behind chronic health issues, especially during perimenopause and menopause. What if the solution to your symptoms lies deeper than you think?
The Problem with Conventional Medicine
In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand the full context of a person's health journey, why conventional medicine often falls short in addressing chronic health issues and building a strong health foundation before pursuing advanced treatments. We also discuss how practices like dance, poetry, and art can play a crucial role in our overall well-being.
The Intersection of Personalized Care and Functional Nutrition
In this episode, Andrea discusses the role of narrative medicine in addressing the human element in healthcare, how to avoid falling into the trap of misinformation and excessive testing and the significance of patience, consistency, and lifestyle changes in achieving long-term health improvements.
How to Better Understand Stress
In this episode, Andrea discusses all things stress and how to “separate the problem from the solution” for a more holistic understanding of what’s really going on.
Bio-individuality & Healing the Root of Chronic Illness
In this episode, Andrea discusses bio-individuality and helps to open the path on how to address a chronic illness at its roots.
Finding Your Super Power for Fertility
In this episode, Andrea discusses how to heal your body systems and find your super power for fertility.
Productive Living: Becoming CEO of Your Health
In this episode, Andrea discusses new ways to look at our health and nutrition while improving our productivity.
Functional Nutrition Approach to Mystery Health Issues
In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of addressing non-negotiables such as sleep, poop, and blood sugar balance for overall health. She emphasizes the importance of a therapeutic partnership between patients and providers and the need to focus on the roots of chronic conditions, including many more important topics.