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.
Mending 8: surrender
Welcome to mending, a monthly haven where words meet inner wisdom, and stories intertwine with the art of health and healing. At the heart of Narrative Medicine is a belief in the power of the human story. Words, among other human expressions, have the ability to enlighten and connect us to our most vulnerable or even seemingly insignificant moments in life.
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.
Patient Advocacy vs. Medical Gaslighting (Pt 2)
In this episode, Andrea reveals the blind spots in healthcare, why lab results don’t tell the full story, and how true healing starts with being heard.
Medical Gaslighting & Broken Healthcare (Pt 1)
In this episode, Andrea reveals the flaws in modern healthcare and why patients are often overlooked. From medical gaslighting to the wellness industry’s obsession with expensive tests and supplements, we challenge the status quo and explore why Narrative Medicine and Systems Thinking are essential for real healing.
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.
Holistic Healing With Functional Nutrition
In this episode, Andrea shares how to approach healing through non-negotiables of sleep, poop and blood sugar balance; deficiency to sufficiency; and dismantling dysfunction. Learn why conventional approaches often fail and how to reclaim ownership of your health.
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.
The Medicine in Belonging
Belonging is a deeply human need. It's more than being surrounded by others, part of the herd or crowd. It’s about feeling seen, accepted, and understood for who we truly are. And it doesn’t always require big gestures, grand summons, or the gravitational pull of a mob. Sometimes, it’s just an unspoken understanding, care without question, a connection that quietly binds us.
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.
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!
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.
Narrative Medicine is Transforming Healthcare
In this episode, Andrea shares what narrative medicine is and why it matters for patient-centered care, why understanding your personal story is crucial for addressing chronic illnesses, how to identify the mediators and triggers affecting your health, and practical ways to build a therapeutic partnership with your healthcare provider.
Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Narrative Medicine
In this episode, Andrea shares how integrating health stories with clinical insights can help uncover the root causes of chronic conditions and why many people don’t improve despite doing “all the right things.”
Mending 7: resilience
Welcome to mending, a monthly haven where words meet inner wisdom, and stories intertwine with the art of health and healing. At the heart of Narrative Medicine is a belief in the power of the human story. Words, among other human expressions, have the ability to enlighten and connect us to our most vulnerable or even seemingly insignificant moments in life.