It’s Not Menopause, Mood Swings, or Motivation
In this episode, Andrea discusses how to decode your body’s signals, uncover hidden root causes, and reclaim your energy through science and self-awareness.
When Our Health Journeys Lead to Clutter
In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of both traditional medicine AND functional medicine—and why the term "functional medicine" has been exploited to encourage overconsumption.
When Hormone Therapy Isn’t the Answer
In this episode, Andrea discusses what happens when hormone replacement therapy (HRT) isn’t the right fit. Andrea shares how to navigate perimenopause and menopause naturally, focusing on root-cause healing, functional nutrition, and the body’s terrain—including sleep, gut health, blood sugar balance, and stress.
Functional Medicine for Midlife Women
In this episode, Andrea discusses the principles of functional medicine, emphasizing personalized, root-cause-focused care rather than symptom-based treatments.
Wellbeing From Within
In this episode, Andrea discusses Narrative medicine - why ‘the story’ is so important when approaching health and wellbeing; how to practice ‘deep listening’ in your daily life; why connecting with purpose can be the key that unlocks meaningful longevity and much more!
Personalized Medicine
In this episode, Andrea discusses personalized medicine, based on the mantra "everything is connected, we are all unique, and all things matter" vs. protocol-driven approaches was explored in this chat among many other great topics.
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.
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.
Why We Can’t Hack Our Way to Better Health with Type 1
In this episode, Andrea shares practical tips for navigating hormonal changes, balancing blood sugar, and tuning into your body’s unique signals. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will empower you to take control of your health journey!
How Functional Nutrition is Redefining Chronic Health
In this episode, Andrea shares her expertise, practical insights, and a fresh perspective on how functional nutrition can empower you to take charge of your health and well-being.
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?
Healing from Within
In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of monitoring sleep, poop, and blood sugar, especially for women experiencing perimenopause. Andrea details the art of her practice—assess, recommend, and track—highlighting the need for a deep, individualized assessment to better address each person’s unique health challenges.
Finding Your Super Power for Fertility
In this episode, Andrea discusses how to heal your body systems and find your super power for fertility.
Functional Approach to Conquering Chronic Illness
In this episode, Andrea discusses the intricacies of navigating the medical system, the pitfalls of chasing after the latest health trends, and the importance of taking ownership of one's health journey.
Navigating Health: Transforming Autoimmune Conditions
In this episode, Andrea discusses how diet, lifestyle, and even our mindset shape our health landscape. Andrea eloquently describes the 'tree of symptoms,' urging us to look beyond the branches and explore the roots, diving into the worlds of genetics, digestion, and inflammation. We also dive into the practicalities of managing conditions like lupus amidst the challenges of medical gaslighting, emphasizing the importance of self-trust and the art of narrative medicine.
Conventional Medicine vs Functional Medicine
In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of health issues through a systems-based approach, investigating the roots (genes, digestion, inflammation), and encompassing food, movement, environment, and mindset.
Menopause, Disease Root Causes & Reversing Hashimotos
In this episode, Andrea discusses nutrition, autoimmune disease and some of the problems women face in menopause as well as what we can do to resolve them.
Exploring Functional Nutrition
In this episode, Andrea explores the realm of functional nutrition and how to apply what we learn to our lives for optimal health as we age.
Taking Care of Your LGBTQ Life With Functional Nutrition
Our LGBTQ bodies are beautiful machines, but not unless we take care of them. Now add the stress of being LGBTQ, plus normal life stuff, and it can easily become a recipe for disaster. But what if you had a plan that stoked your body full of good just by eating right and knowing what is best for your body, not the fit you in the box way most medical professionals try to make you fit into.