How to Stop the Insanity Cycle With Your Health This Year

Yep, I’ve been there.

I’ve ridden the insanity train with my health, trying to feel better (with all the quick fixes)–but always getting the same result.

Does the following scenario sound familiar to you?

You go to your health provider, because you know something is off. You don’t feel like yourself. You get the lab tests. The report? Everything is “fine.” You may hear something like, “You’re a mom with young kids. It’s the season of life you’re in.” Or, “You’re over 40. Things are just changing now. Get used to it.” Or, “You’re probably just stressed. I can write you a prescription for an antianxiety med to take the edge off.” Or, “Maybe you could start exercising.”

These are all frequently spoken phrases, and maybe there’s even some truth behind them, but it doesn’t always validate your feelings or concerns about your health. And it sure doesn’t provide you with a plan.

With functional labs and a functional medicine approach to coaching, I want to empower YOU to fit the puzzle pieces of your health together!

As a newly certified applied functional medicine practitioner through The School of Applied Functional Medicine, I offer various labs. These five are my favorite:

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How to Support a Teen with Anxiety or Depression

Even before the pandemic, there was a major spike in teen depression and anxiety. In a post-Covid world, teens are struggling like never before. While there are certainly a myriad of causes that play a role, finding support to treat the root is tricky. Integrative and functional medicine is a way to support the whole child on every level.

Dr. Alina Olteanu is the founder and president of “Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas”. She is the only pediatrician in the DFW area trained through the prestigious Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, founded by Dr Andrew Weil. She is board-certified in pediatrics but also in integrative medicine through the American Board of Physician Specialties and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She also has additional training in integrative psychiatry. She has extensive knowledge of herbs, supplements, homeopathy, aromatherapy, functional medicine, energy medicine, mind-body medicine, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, which she practices in combination with traditional, allopathic medicine.

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Weight Loss, Gut Health, and Trauma Through a Functional Medicine Lens

Amber Satterfield is a Functional Medicine and Nutrition Consultant, Author and Health Advocate. After almost 2 decades of struggling with her health after being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes and cancer, she found healing through Functional Medicine. She has now successfully been free of medications and symptoms since 2015.

Amber and I both recently finished our studies at The School of Applied Functional Medicine, and this episode is a breakdown of our biggest takeaways as we dive deep into the world of functional medicine, autoimmune diseases, and the impact of stress and trauma on health. Amber shares their personal journey of being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases and the frustrations of not receiving the necessary information to understand her condition.

Together, we explore the importance of thorough lab testing, including markers often overlooked in autoimmune diseases and mental health. Additionally, we discuss the rising trend of younger individuals experiencing illnesses traditionally seen in older age groups. Amber also shares her expertise in gut health and the fascinating insights gained from using the GI Map test to address various health issues.

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21 Days of Nourishment: A Virtual Group Coaching Program

Virtual Group Coaching Alert!

If you are feeling:

Drained
Defeated
Discouraged
Disconnected
Overwhelmed
Anxious
Scattered
Out of control with your eating and/or schedule

Or maybe you are experiencing symptoms like:

Bloating
Gas
Constipation
Diarrhea
Headaches
Fatigue
Hanger
Constant cravings

I have a group for you!

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Eat Like the French Do and Be Healthy

Caroline Lamont is a holistic health coach, certified Autoimmune Paleo coach, and a functional medicine practitioner with the School of Applied Functional Medicine (SAFM). She is also a leader with SAFM, supporting new functional medicine practitioners during their studies. She combines health coaching and functional medicine to help clients control the immune response that’s causing their conditions reduce inflammation in your body, and minimize the pain and discomfort that inflammation causes.

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Korean Beef Bowls

It’s been a hot minute since I shared a new recipe. Since most of my favorite recipes are included in my newsletter and resources tab, I haven’t felt the need to create more or overshare. But I couldn’t help it with this one.

BRAIN bowls are my obsession. This is the way I can maximize nutrient density while also making sure that my food is tasty and filling. Eating is a sensory experience that bring safety to the nervous system. I want as many of my senses engaged in the process as possible. This recipe is a perfect example. Per usual, there are so many other ways you can adapt this recipe to your own needs.

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How to Thrive with a Cancer Diagnosis

Kelly Lutman has been fascinated by the power of food ever since she helped resolve her son’s ADHD by simply changing what he ate. A health coach certified in Applied Functional Medicine, Kelly firmly believes that symptoms are the body’s cries for help, and that the body can heal when provided the building blocks it needs. She meets each client where they are, helps them understand what is happening in their body, and guides them in identifying the changes that will help them experience the vitality they were missing. Her new book is called Thriving Through Cancer.

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Tips to Support Your Child’s Gut Health

Jillian Smith, RDN, is a registered dietitian with a special focus in functional medicine for the gut. She is the lead dietitian for GutPersonal, whose unique, personalized approach to wellness involves customized supplements, gut testing, and health coaching to help you achieve lasting relief. Her passion is to uncover the root cause of gut issues and get rid of symptoms — for good. For years Jillian bounced through doctor appointments, completing lab work and other tests, just to be told that everything looked “normal”. Through the right testing, proper nutrition, personalized lifestyle, and supplement interventions, she now helps clients heal their gut and experience life symptom-free.

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Practical Nutrition Tips for Immune Resilience

Dr. Kamilah Stevenson is a published author, counselor, and healthy lifestyle advocate. With a firm belief in the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health for all individuals, she has dedicated her life to helping others become their best selves by learning how to take care of themselves physically.

Dr. Kamilah is a passionate advocate for the science of the immune system and its impact on overall health and quality of life. She believes that addressing our immune system is crucial to achieving our purposes in life, as being sick or low on energy can negatively affect every aspect of our lives, from our careers to our relationships. She believes that there are many factors that can impact our immune system and that we can make changes to our lifestyle and decisions that will boost its quality and, in turn, improve other areas of our bodies, such as our brain and emotions.

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How Functional Medicine Addresses the Root Causes of Disease

Dr. Tamika Henry is a family medicine physician who has always been interested in helping others. Growing up with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and seeing the health struggles of her family members, she knew that medicine was her calling. However, after working in geriatric medicine and feeling like she was just reacting to problems instead of solving them, she stumbled upon the world of functional medicine. Functional medicine allowed her to ask the important question of “why” when it comes to health issues and take a more natural approach to treatment. Dr. Henry is now dedicated to helping her patients achieve optimal health through functional medicine and improving their overall well-being.

On this episode of Sparking Wholeness, Dr. Tamika Henry highlights the importance of taking a holistic approach to health and wellness. She discusses the challenges of identifying prediabetes, diabetes, and gut issues, and emphasizes the need for lifestyle changes such as balanced eating, regular physical activity, and stress management. She also talks about her own experiences with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and how it inspired her to pursue medicine. Dr. Henry believes in taking a comprehensive approach to mental health and encourages small wins and positive self-talk. Finally, she stresses the importance of listening to your body, finding a healthcare team that works together, and aiming for optimal results. Tune in for valuable insights into improving your overall health and well-being!

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