Best IFMCP Podcasts (2025)

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Every Patient Is Unique: Functional Nursing In Action with Megan Kroeker, MSN, NP, IFMCP 1:03:56

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In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, DNP, IFMCP speaks with Megan Kroeker, MSN, NP, IFMCP about her journey into functional medicine, the importance of prioritizing personal health, and the value of functional nursing in today's healthcare landscape. They discuss the challenges and rewards of starting a private prac…

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94. Breast Surgery Options: Implants, Fat Transfers, and Lifts 16:50

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Breast Surgery Options: Implants, Fat Transfers, and Lifts with Allison In this episode of What The Gut, Allison, a double board certified family nurse practitioner specializing in functional medicine, delves into the pros and cons of breast implants, fat transfers, and breast lifts. She shares her personal journey and the research behind her decis…

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5 Ways to Lower Thyroid Antibodies 32:53

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The path to lowering antibodies isn’t always quick, but it becomes clearer once you know which five areas matter most. In this conversation, I walk through what thyroid antibodies actually mean and why they can fluctuate from one test to the next. I then break down five approaches that consistently make a difference, strengthening the foundations o…

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What Is Functional Nursing? Functional Medicine for Nurses, Explained 23:13

8d ago23:13

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In this episode, we unpack what functional nursing really means and why it’s time nurses had their own language and space in the world of functional medicine. We’ll talk about: The difference between functional medicine and functional nursing How this approach aligns with nursing scope and values What makes the Institute for Functional Nursing™ uni…

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93. Prepping For My Mommy Makeover: Top 5 Essential Steps 13:08

4d ago13:08

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Pre-Surgery Prep: Top 5 Essential Steps In this episode of What The Gut, host Allison, a double board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in functional medicine, discusses the top five crucial steps to take before undergoing surgery. The episode covers physical preparation through diet and supplements, emotional and spiritual readiness…

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Stop Believing This Hair Loss Myth 50:36

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Many people reach for biotin the moment they notice more hair in the shower drain. But only few realize it can do more harm than good… Today, Julie Olson returns to talk through what’s really going on behind hair loss and the confusion around biotin. We get into why true biotin deficiency is rare, how high doses can interfere with other nutrients, …

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Modern Eye Care: The Gut-Eye Axis, Oculomics, HRT & More 56:15

14d ago56:15

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In this fast-moving, clinically rich tour through the new frontiers of integrative eye care, Dr. Gioia connects the dots between microbiome-driven inflammation, AI-powered retinal biomarker extraction, and hormonal transitions that reshape ocular physiology—all in a way that feels practical for everyday clinical reasoning. She illustrates how gut p…

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92. Surgery Journey: Why I Chose Plastic Surgery 11:05

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My Elective Surgery Journey: Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift, and Thigh Lift Details It’s me, Allison, your crunchy gut health mama! Tune into this episode as I share my journey through elective surgery, including a full abdominoplasty with diastasis recti repairs, a breast lift, and a thigh lift. In this episode [and the following], I will be diving into …

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Why Healthy People Still Get Bone Loss 57:37

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What happens when even surgery and supplements can’t get a broken bone to heal? When Dr. Ben Weitz fractured his femur and was told it might never heal, he turned to the same principles he’s used with patients for decades: ‘root cause, functional medicine’ thinking. In this conversation, he shares how he designed a bone-healing protocol that combin…

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Prescribing Joy: A Clinical Perspective with Cynthia Libert, M.D. 48:53

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This conversation reframes joy as a physiological state with measurable clinical impact, not just an emotion. Dr. Libert blends neuroscience, functional medicine, and spiritual reflection to show how cultivating joy and gratitude can help to restore parasympathetic balance, support healthy immune function, and enhance cognitive flexibility. The epi…

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91. Healing from the Cellular Level with Taimi Lawlor, IIN, AADP, RYT-500, + SLP 34:21

22d ago34:21

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In this episode of What The Gut, Allison and Taimi Lawlor have an awesome conversation around cellular health related to anxiety and energy. Taimi blends bioindividualized, genetic, and cellular testing with lifestyle practices, including yoga and nervous system support, to help clients achieve optimal health. From the importance of epigenetics to …

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How Graves’ Disease Gets Ignored—and Why 33:05

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Far too many people are living with misdiagnosed Graves’ or ignored hyperthyroidism and they don’t even know it yet. I’ve heard and read countless cases of people who were told their fatigue, anxiety, or rapid heartbeat were ‘just stress’, only to later learn that their thyroid was the real issue. Too often, hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease are …

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New Course: Advanced Blood Labs 201 52:12

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In this episode, Dr. Chris Magryta and Dr. Erik Lundquist to discuss their new course, Advanced Blood Labs 201—a masterclass in interpreting metabolic and immune biomarkers for proactive, data-informed clinical care. They explore how early identification of metabolic dysfunction and immune dysregulation can improve long-term health outcomes through…

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90. Two NPs, Two States: Conventional to Integrative Care featuring Jamie Kaminski, FNP-BC, FAIHM 32:46

29d ago32:46

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In this episode of What The Gut, Allison speaks with Jamie Kaminski, a fellow nurse practitioner specializing in integrative medicine and gut health. The two discuss their journeys from traditional to integrative medicine, the importance of holistic approaches, and personal health stories. Jamie shares her experience dealing with endometriosis and …

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From Cancer to Hashimoto’s: Her Healing Journey 44:07

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Real progress comes when we stop managing symptoms and start understanding the body’s messages. What might yours be saying? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Ellis, a naturopathic doctor whose own health journey from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma to Hashimoto’s completely reshaped how she approaches healing. We talk about her path from cancer surviv…

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Breakthrough Evidence for Lithium in Alzheimer’s and Mental Health Treatment 56:20

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Is lithium the missing link in brain health and dementia prevention? In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Kate Kresge sits down with Dr. James Greenblatt, a renowned integrative psychiatrist and expert in nutritional psychiatry, to explore the latest research on lithium’s role in brain health. From the groundbreaking 2025 Harvard…

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Takeaways from the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute (PLMI) Thought Leaders Consortium 28:08

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In this episode, Brigitte Sager DNP IFMCP discusses her insights from the recent PLMI Thought Leaders Consortium, focusing on the evolving landscape of functional nursing and medicine. She highlights key themes such as immunometabolism, the impact of politics on functional medicine, the importance of personalized healthcare through wearable technol…

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89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke 46:11

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In this episode of What the Gut, Allison welcomes Kate Kripke, a renowned maternal mental health expert and licensed clinical social worker. Kate is the founder of the Calm Connection System, a program designed to help high-achieving mothers overcome anxiety, guilt, and burnout. With over two decades of experience, Kate shares deep insights into ad…

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What This New Graves’ Disease Study Reveals 25:29

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A new study may have just changed how we think about two nutritional supplements that can benefit those with Graves’ disease. A new 2025 study looked at the combination of L-carnitine and selenium alongside methimazole and the results were more encouraging than I expected. In this episode, I walk you through what the researchers found, including ho…

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#97 Anjali Brannon: Ayurvedic Practitioner discusses Trauma & Parenting 59:27

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Summary In this episode of the Neuroveda podcast, host Gillian Ehrlich and guest Dr. Anjali Brannan delve into the intricate relationship between parenting and trauma. They explore various techniques for somatic trauma resolution, the importance of heartfulness meditation, and how Ayurvedic principles can guide parenting practices. The conversation…

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88. Embracing God's Design for Health and Purpose with Gabrielle Grandell, BSc, FMCHC, CLT 42:08

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In this episode of What The Gut, Allison welcomes Gabrielle Grandell, “The Gut Goddess” who combines faith-based principles with science-backed health strategies. Gabrielle shares her journey into nutrition and functional medicine, highlighting the importance of aligning the body, mind, and spirit for true healing. They discuss the limitations of c…

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Common Myths of Balancing Hormones During Menopause with Dr. Sharon Stills 52:50

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Many women are fearful of estrogen, especially with everything out there related to "estrogen dominance". What if the real danger isn’t estrogen but it’s misinformation? Dr. Sharon Stills has spent over two decades helping women move through perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her message is simple but powerful: hormones aren’t…

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New Era for Osteoporosis Treatment: CTX, P1NP & Beyond 1:14:20

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In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Kate Kresge sits down with Margie Bissinger, PT, MS, CHC—a leading voice in integrative bone health and founder of the Certified Integrative Bone Health Practitioner Program. Together, they explore the new science of osteoporosis care in 2025, where bone strength is viewed as a reflection of w…

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Functional Medicine for Nurses: What Now? 35:07

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With the foundational Functional Medicine for Nurses course coming to an end, many nurses are asking, what now? Brigitte Sager, DNP answers that question and maps out the next steps for nurses who want to bring functional approaches into practice. She explains why functional nursing is more than a rebrand, how it reclaims nursing roles as healers, …

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87. Healing in Nature with Dr. Kristi Hughes 42:29

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In this special episode of What the Gut, Allison welcomes Dr. Kristi Hughes, an inspiring educator from the Institute for Functional Medicine and Naturopath. Dr. Kristi shares her profound journey of healing from long-haul COVID and mold sickness. She delves into the significance of nature-based medicine, the power of functional medicine, and the i…

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Should Tepezza Be Considered for TED? 28:34

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When it’s your vision on the line, what choice would you make? In this podcast audit, I speak with Linda, who faced sudden double vision and eye changes that no one could explain at first. What began as mild symptoms quickly turned into Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), forcing her to make tough decisions on when to move beyond homeopathic care and consid…

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#96 Vinita Prachi Murarka; Ayurvedic Doctor, Waldorf educator, and transformational guide 57:28

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Summary In this episode of the Neuroveda podcast, host Gillian Ehrlich engages with Ayurvedic doctor and Waldorf educator Vanita Prachi Mararca to explore the principles of Waldorf education, its unique approach to child development, and the integration of spirituality and culture in learning. They discuss the importance of nurturing the head, hear…

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Metabolic Flexibility: A Fullscript Forward Preview 50:19

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If metabolic flexibility is the key to longevity, are we missing critical opportunities to help our patients achieve it? In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Rob Downey and Monique Class, two respected functional medicine clinicians presenting at Fullscript Forward 2025, to explore how precision approaches to met…

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86. Outsmarting Genetics and Overcoming Heart Disease with Andrea Nicholson, MS, BCHN® 32:30

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Welcome back to What The Gut! In this episode, Allison welcomes a unique guest, Andrea Nicholson—a former crime scene investigator turned holistic nutrition practitioner. Diagnosed with heart disease at just 28, Andrea couldn't find solutions through conventional medicine and decided to take matters into her own hands. Today, she shares her journey…

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What Happens When Hormones Get Unbalanced with Bria Gadd 52:42

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Feeling “off” in your 30s, 40s, or 50s? Hormone imbalances may be the reason and now is the time to act. Bria Gadd also known as The Period Whisperer is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer. She helps women move past hormonal chaos by focusing on root causes rather than quick fixes. I…

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Breaking Down the New GLP-1 Advisory with Lara Zakaria, IFMCP 58:04

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In this episode, we unpack the updated 2025 GLP-1 consensus advisory with Lara Zakaria, IFMCP. Lara reframes GLP-1 medications as a window of opportunity for lifestyle transformation and emphasizes that prescribing should be paired with proactive nutrition, movement, and lab monitoring. She outlines a three-tiered approach to lab work, highlights t…

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Healthy Boundaries for Nurse Entrepreneurs: 6 Ways to Protect Your Time and Improve Patient Care 27:33

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In this episode, Brigitte Sager DNP discusses the importance of establishing healthy boundaries for nurse entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the need for clear communication, setting expectations with patients, and managing appointments effectively to improve patient care and prevent burnout. The conversation covers various strategies for maintaining bo…

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85. Repairing Skin Through the Gut-Brain-Skin Axis with Dr. Barb Paldus 24:12

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Join Allison on the What The Gut podcast as she sits down with Dr. Barb Paldus, a Stanford PhD, biotech engineer, and founder of Codex Labs, to explore the cutting-edge science of the gut-brain-skin axis. Dr. Paldus shares her journey from treating her son's eczema to pioneering plant-based, biotech-driven skincare treatments. This episode delves i…

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What Does Trauma Have to Do With Thyroid Health? 30:48

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Some, if not many, roadblocks behind thyroid healing have a covert driver that only a few doctors ask about: unresolved trauma. Trauma can keep the nervous system in a constant state of high alert, which may cause the immune system to remain overactive and antibodies to stay elevated. Even if you’re eating well, supporting your gut, and managing st…

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#95 Dr. Jon Berner discusses his unique lens to reimagining how we treat complex mental health conditions with both precision and humanity. 56:13

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Summary In this episode of the Neuroveda podcast, host Gillian Ehrlich engages with Dr. John Berner, a Harvard-trained psychologist and neuroscientist, to explore the intricate relationship between mind and body in the context of mental health. They discuss the limitations of traditional medical silos, the importance of cellular communication, and …

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Postpartum Midwifery Care: Fourth Trimester & Beyond with Serena Saeed-Winn, CNM, WHNP, IBCLC 1:04:26

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In this episode, we explore the science of postpartum recovery with Serena Saeed-Winn, CNM, WHNP, IBCLC. Serena explains why the standard six-week visit may miss key opportunities to support tissue healing, hormonal recalibration, lymphatic flow, and maternal mental health. Drawing from more than a decade of clinical experience, she discusses how m…

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84. Coming Back to Calm with Cori Myka, Adult Swimming Instructor 25:44

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In this episode of What The Gut, Allison is joined by Cori Myka, founder of Calm Within Adult Swim. Cori shares her unique approach to helping adults overcome their fear of water using a combination of mental and physical training techniques. They discuss the importance of making small, sustainable changes in life, how Cori's own journey shaped her…

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The Hormone Shifts Every Woman Must Watch For with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar 48:56

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Perimenopause can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Dr. Jen Pfleghaar shares insights from her new faith-based book The Perimenopause Reset. We talk about hormonal shifts, environmental toxins, gut health, and stress and how nutrition, and simple lifestyle changes can restore balance. She also explains the correct fasting m…

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2025 Expert Guide to Migraines: Triggers, Treatments & Tools with Dr. Asare Christian, MD 1:00:52

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In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Kate Kresge welcomes Dr. Asare Christian, MD, a pain medicine and rehabilitation specialist, to explore the complex physiology of migraines and how a root-cause or functional medicine approach can transform treatment. They discuss the various triggers, including hormonal fluctuations, gut heal…

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Interview with Barbara Hudak, RN, BSN, MS 1:06:14

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In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager DNP speaks with Barb Hudak, RN, BSN, MS, a former military nurse and expert in holistic health. They discuss Barb's journey in nursing, the importance of emotional resilience, and the integration of HeartMath techniques into nursing practice. The conversation highlights the impact…

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83. NAD for Longevity with Allison H. Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP 9:58

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Welcome to What The Gut, a podcast dedicated to functional medicine and holistic health for busy women. In this episode, host Allison, a double board-certified family nurse practitioner, explores the fascinating molecule NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide). Discover how NAD is essential for metabolism, cellular function, and overall health. Lea…

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The Downside of Using Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) To Lower Thyroid Antibodies 19:43

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Is Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) the answer for lowering thyroid antibodies? This episode explores the real benefits and limitations of LDN for autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease. I share what the research actually says, why results are mixed, and why LDN should never replace the foundations of thyroid healing. Listen in to get …

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5 Pillars of Functional OBGYN Care: Dr. Christy Evans on Redefining Women’s Vitality 54:16

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In this episode, Dr. Kate Kresge welcomes Dr. Christy Evans, an OB/GYN with a passion for functional women’s health. They discuss how pregnancy transforms every body system, the importance of a comprehensive lifespan approach to women's health, and the innovative methods Dr. Christy uses at Almond OB/GYN. She shares her journey from accountant to p…

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The State of Functional Nursing: Where We Are, Where We're Going, and How IFN is Leading the Way 37:47

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In this conversation, Brigitte Sager DNP discusses the evolving landscape of functional nursing, emphasizing the importance of nurses as advocates for change in healthcare. She highlights the need for a shift towards a more holistic approach to patient care, where nurses can utilize their skills to address root causes of health issues. The discussi…

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#94 Kendyl Morris discusses; hypnotherapy, conscious conception, and breathwork 52:08

3M ago52:08

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Kendyl Morris is an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified Integrative Medicine Health Coach, and Fertility Coach with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples, and groups navigate their paths toward inner transformation and holistic well-being. With a deep understanding of the intricate mind-body connection, Kendyl specializes…

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82. Using Functional Medicine for Chronic Kidney Disease in Nepal with Dr. Klara Paudel 22:56

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In this episode of What The Gut, Allison welcomes Dr. Klara Paudel, a physician and nephrologist who has spent 19 years in Nepal with her family. Dr. Paudel discusses her journey from conventional medicine to functional and holistic approaches, particularly in treating chronic diseases such as kidney conditions, diabetes, and thyroid issues. She ta…

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Why Hair Loss Happens and What Helps with VJ Hamilton 47:26

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What if hair loss was really a signal from your body, not just a cosmetic issue? In this episode, I talk with VJ Hamilton, The Autoimmune Nutritionist, about overcoming alopecia areata and other forms of hair loss by addressing root causes. We dive into nutrient deficiencies, gut health, thyroid imbalances, and inflammation and how functional medic…

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Anxiety: What to Do When Labs are Normal with Dr. Ellen Vora 56:21

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300 "Anxiety: What to Do When Labs are Normal" with Dr. Ellen Vora In this episode, Dr. Kate Kresge is joined by Dr. Ellen Vora to explore holistic approaches to anxiety beyond physiological root causes. They discuss how mindful movement, play, connection, and emotional regulation—such as cry therapy—can serve as powerful tools in managing true anx…

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Burnout Isn't A Personal Failure 18:35

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Burnout isn’t just about being tired—it’s shaped by early experiences, family dynamics, school pressures, and the work cultures we move through. In this episode, Kenny unpacks the physiological toll burnout takes on the body, while Topher traces how colonialism and capitalism have embedded a productivity mindset that leaves us cut off from joy and …

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5 Mindset Shifts Every Nurse Entrepreneur Needs To Start Charging What They're Worth 27:19

3M ago27:19

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In this conversation, Brigitte Sager, DNP discusses the essential mindset shifts that nurse entrepreneurs need to embrace in order to successfully charge for their services and establish their practices. She emphasizes the importance of valuing one's time, setting boundaries, and avoiding the pitfalls of offering free advice. The discussion also co…