The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition

Join FDNP Nikki Uvalles, Integrative Health Coach and founder of One Body Wellness, as she discusses the importance of understanding your body's messages through aches and pains. - Learn vital lessons about accepting body transitions during aging and nurturing your body as a temple. - Nikki shares her journey of balancing family life and health, offering insights on how to reconnect with your body, shift your mindset, and adopt holistic practices for lasting vitality.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Nikki Uvalles: Website: onebodywellness.org Instagram: @one_body_wellness_nikki Facebook: @OneBodyWellnessNikki  

Here's a deep dive into understanding and resolving poor sleep quality with Brenden Dougherty, CEO of MDbio.   Discover... - the essential steps required to diagnose sleep issues - how to get tested for chronic sleeplessness - the stringent criteria you should use when selecting supplements.   Learn from Brenden's extensive knowledge in consumer sciences and his commitment to creating effective sleep solutions and supplements. Don't miss out on expert advice aimed at transforming your sleep and overall health.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Brenden Dougherty: Website: mdbiowellness.com Instagram: @shopmdbio Website: sleepcorner.com  

In this episode, Lindsay Dahl, Chief Impact Officer at Ritual and a 20-year environmental health advocate, discusses how toxic chemicals enter our products and supplements, and shares actionable advice for consumers. Lindsay highlights the real health and environmental threats posed by chemical pollution, teaches listeners how to differentiate between clickbait and scientifically backed information on social media, and provides tips on shopping for safe and effective supplements. With her extensive experience in environmental health advocacy and policy, Lindsay has helped pass over 30 state and federal laws aimed at reducing toxic chemicals in consumer products. She is also the author of 'Cleaning House: The Fight to Rid our Homes from Toxic Chemicals.'     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Lindsay Dahl: Website: lindsaydahl.substack.com Instagram: @lindsay_dahl Facebook: @lindsay.k.dahl LinkedIn: @lindsay-dahl  

What do acting, teaching, and functional health coaching have in common? More than you might think. In this episode with Debra Wanger, we explore how skills from the stage and classroom can transform not only the way we communicate health, but also the way professionals care for themselves in demanding careers. As an actor, teacher, and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), today’s guest bridges these worlds to help both actors and health professionals thrive. Whether it’s maintaining resilience in a high-stress, often unhealthy profession—or learning to deliver your message with clarity and authenticity—these strategies can change everything.   🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How actors and public speakers can build a healthy, balanced, and resilient lifestyle despite the pressures of their profession. Practical tools for overcoming stage fright and mastering public speaking so FDNs and other health professionals can share their message with confidence. Why Functional Diagnostic Nutrition provides a targeted, root-cause approach that elevates both health coaching and communication.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Debra Wanger: Website: debrawangercoach.com Instagram: @debradiva Facebook: @debra.wanger LinkedIn: @debra-wanger  

Dr. Eric Osansky—a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and certified functional medicine practitioner—has been transforming lives by treating thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions with natural approaches since 2009.   From being diagnosed with Graves' disease himself to becoming an author and podcast host, Dr. Osansky's powerful journey from illness to health highlights the significant impact of natural treatments and lifestyle changes.   You'll Learn: - How Dr. Osansky managed to reverse hyperthyroidism/Graves' disease without long-term medication, radioactive iodine, or thyroid surgery - The truth about the importance of diet, stress management, and sleep in treating hyperthyroidism - Insights into how functional medicine testing can identify triggers of Graves' disease - Why his work is making a massive impact on those suffering from thyroid conditions       Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Dr. Eric Osansky: Website: savemythyroid.com Instagram: @drericosansky Facebook: @groups/saveyourthyroid YouTube: @NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos    

Dr. Jannine Krause, a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, discusses alternative solutions for women who have difficulties with hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Dedicated to transforming women's healthcare in their 40s and beyond, Dr. Krause provides valuable insights to navigate midlife challenges.   Key Takeaways:  - What to do when HRT isn't working for you - How acupuncture eases hormone imbalance side effects - The overlooked benefits of Tai Chi & Qi Gong for surviving midlife woes - Why Regulating the nervous system prior to starting any hormone replacement is crucial for optimal results       Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Dr. Jannine Krause: Website: doctorjkrausend.com Instagram: @drjanninekrause  

Vanessa Roush is a tenacious health advocate, FDNP, and mother of four. She shares with us her powerful journey through self-healing and mindset transformation. From battling chronic health issues and conventional medical dead-ends to discovering Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), Vanessa's story is a testament to resilience and the power of perspective. If you're ready to hear how someone turned adversity into advantage, you're going to love this episode.   You'll Learn: - How Vanessa overcame chronic health issues like migraines, hormonal imbalances, and fatigue - The truth about the power of mindset in achieving health - Why small daily actions can compound to yield tremendous health results - Why Vanessa's passion for helping others is making a massive impact     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Vanessa Roush: Website: roushfunctionalhealth.com Instagram: @roushfunctionalhealth  

Join Kailey Campos, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and founder of re’nud holistics, as she delves into the synergy between entrepreneurship and health transformation. Discover how to navigate the discomfort that accompanies change, the importance of personalized healing tools, and the role of nervous system regulation. Kailey emphasizes the importance of finding your unique path to sustainable health and shares personalized strategies rooted in functional lab testing and holistic approaches.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Kailey Campos: Website: renudholistics.com Instagram: @renud.holistics TikTok: @_kaileyyyrose  

Have you ever felt like everything we’re taught about health is backwards? Especially for those of us who have healed from chronic illnesses, it can often seem like we had to do the exact OPPOSITE of what conventional wisdom teaches for us to truly heal. How did we get here, and how can we fix it for our future generations? In this podcast episode, we are talking to Sally Fallon Morell, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation. The Weston A. Price foundation is filled with bold and fearless leaders from all walks of life who believe that real food is the secret to a truly healthy body.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Sally Fallon Morell: Website: westonaprice.org Instagram: @westonaprice Website: nourishingtraditions.com Website: realmilk.com  

The ugly truth behind tick-borne infections is what FDN Practitioner Jennifer Lanie dives into on this episode. The average person who is even somewhat aware of tick-borne infections may think of things like Lyme Disease, and assume that a simple round of antibiotics can get things fixed up. For too many people, though, this is NOT the case, and much deeper work is needed to help them.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Jennifer Lanie: Website: thegetbettergirl.com Instagram: @thegetbettergirl Free Low-Inflammatory Guide: gbgsendmyguide  

Claudine François is a Board-Certified Functional Medicine & Holistic Health Practitioner, FDN practitioner, author, and the creator of The Midlife Body Code Method. A former CFO turned root-cause detective, she helps driven women 40+ uncover the hidden causes of exhaustion, brain fog, hormone shifts, and stubborn weight. Her new book, Your Midlife Body Code, empowers women to decode their symptoms, realign with their bodies, and reclaim lasting energy, clarity, and confidence in midlife and beyond.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Claudine Francois: Website: ingoodcleantaste.com Instagram: @claudine.r.francois Facebook: @ingoodcleantaste YouTube: @claudinefrancois1026 LinkedIn: @claudine-francois-6314461 Claudine's Book: Your Midlife Body Code    

GLP-1s (like Ozempic and Wegovy) are being called the biggest breakthrough in modern weight loss… But are they really a miracle for women in midlife — or could they turn out to be a major mistake? In today’s brand-new podcast episode, we’re cutting through the hype and asking the hard questions with a much-loved guest and FDN practitioner, Jennifer Woodward.   Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Jennifer Woodward: Website: jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com Instagram: @jenniferwoodwardnutrition Facebook: @jenniferwoodwardFDNP  

Learn with us as Laurie Hammer shares her incredible story of battling anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other health challenges. Discover how amino acid therapy transformed her life. Gain takeaways on how your body can heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually.   Laurie, a Functional Nutritional Therapist and Neuro-Nutrient Specialist, shares practical insights and hope for moms dealing with the overwhelming demands of life.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Laurie Hammer: Website: lauriehammer.com Instagram: @thecalmmomcommunity Facebook: @laurie.hammer.7 YouTube: @takebackmybrain9073  

How can you feel relatively ok and brush off your nagging symptoms as “normal”? What you don’t realize is that they are not normal, just common. The signals are our body’s only way of communicating, but we have either forgotten or not been taught how to listen.   Key Takeaways: - Any symptom, no matter how common, is never normal. - Systemic inflammation is at the root cause of most of our symptoms and diseases. - There isn’t a single pharmaceutical drug out there that can fix it - only lifestyle changes.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Dawn Giammalvo: Book a Call: Book a Call w/ Dawn The Inflammation Reality Panel: Inflammation Reality Panel Instagram: @fitlosophy_tn LinkedIn: @fitlosophyTN  

Join Ryan Monahan, an FDN-P Level III, board-certified health coach, as he explores the significance of Organic Acids Testing (OAT). Learn how evaluating these key metabolic metabolites can provide insights into gut health, mitochondrial dysfunction, and more. Discover how OAT, which examines 76 organic acids through a simple urine sample, helps in assessing the functional need for essential nutrients and therapies.    Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Ryan Monahan: Website: themindfulnutrivore.com Instagram: @themindfulnutrivore LinkedIn: @themindfulnutrivore   Organic Acids Testing Simplified: themindfulnutrivore.myflodesk.com/oatfdnpodcast Discount Code: OATFDN20 for 20% off  

In this episode, Michael LeVesque—long-time President and CEO of Vitamin Express, Inc., and a passionate advocate for medical freedom—explores the critical importance of the Medical Freedom Amendment. From his entrepreneurial journey to authoring notable works like the BIG Vitamin Dictionary, this conversation dives deep into the evolving relationship between health providers and their clients. If you're ready to hear how someone is turning advocacy into action, you're going to love this episode.   You'll Learn: How Michael overcame challenges to support medical freedom The truth about the necessity and support for the Medical Freedom Amendment Surprising insights into the historical and present landscape of medicine Why the time is now for united political action and lobbying   Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Michael LeVesque: Website: themedicalfreedomamendment.org  

From navigating the medical system for her chronically ill mother to transforming her own health challenges, this conversation dives deep into holistic healing and personal wellness. In this episode, Detective Ev sits down with Mariana Foley—a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach—to explore her powerful journey through overcoming chronic stress and burnout.   You'll Learn: How Mariana overcame chronic stress while caring for her ill mother The truth about the impact of stress on your physical and emotional health Why balancing hormones starts with addressing stress How Mariana helps women reclaim their energy and well-being Why her approach to wellness is making a massive impact     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Mariana Foley: Website: howtofunctionwell.com Instagram: @marianafol.ey LinkedIn: @Mariana (Gorn) Foley, FDNP  

When it comes to lasting health, it’s never just one thing. Your gut, hormones, and brain are in constant communication—and the health of one system directly impacts the others. This “triad” is anchored by the liver and influences nearly every area of your well-being. If you only address one system in isolation, you may see short-term relief, but eventually metabolic chaos catches up.   In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast with Alissa Hodgson, we dive into the gut–hormone–brain connection—what it means, why it matters, and how a comprehensive approach creates better outcomes for everyone, from busy women navigating hormone changes to families supporting loved ones with Down syndrome.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Alissa Hodgson: Website: findempoweredhealth.com Instagram: @findempoweredhealth Facebook: @findempoweredhealth  

In this episode, Katie Redding—a Certified Midlife Specialist and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner—explores her powerful journey through empowering women in perimenopause and postmenopause to take control of their hormone health.   From her extensive clinical experience as a licensed nurse to founding Hormone Health Boss, this conversation dives deep into how women can take charge of their hormonal health through education, advanced testing, and strategic support.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Katie Redding: Website: hormonehealthboss.com Instagram: @hormonehealthboss Facebook: @HormoneHealthBoss  

Debbie Potts—Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and host of The Coach Debbie Potts Show—explores her unique journey in holistic health and performance optimization. From dealing with stubborn weight gain to overcoming chronic stress, Debbie reveals powerful insights from her personalized FutureYou Protocol and The WHOLESTIC Method. This conversation dives deep into reclaiming energy, confidence, and vitality, especially for those feeling stuck despite doing all the 'right things.'   You'll Learn: - How Debbie helps high-performing individuals overcome challenges like fatigue and burnout - The truth about using intuition over devices for biofeedback - Personalizing health programs to thrive in middle age and beyond   Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Debbie Potts: Website: debbiepotts.net Instagram: @coachdebbiepotts Facebook: @CoachDebbiePotts YouTube: @coachdebbiepotts