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Quick episodes for the busy person who wants to use easy, research-proven methods to improve health. I have a functional medicine approach that helps you understand how your body works so you can address the root causes behind the symptoms preventing you from feeling your best!
To work with me or my team on your health, go to vivawisefw.com.
To work with me or my team on your health, go to vivawisefw.com.
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If you know someone wanting to conceive soon, or struggling with fertility, please send them this podcast! Teesa and I felt it was very important to record this conversation because we have helped so many women get pregnant who struggled for years, and some who thought it'd never happen for them. Sometimes there are structural or genetic issues that can't be overcome, but for most, it's amazing what the body can do when you correct its underlying dysfunctions! If you're more of a visual person, or want to share it with someone who learns on Youtube, check out the video on our channel here. To start finding out your root causes and creating new habits that can better equip your body, schedule a free discovery call or evaluation with us on our website: https://vivawisefw.com/
This is the final episode in a series of 3 on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss practical tips that you can implement today to release stress, reduce triggers, and balance your adrenal hormones (like cortisol) and nervous system (including activating your vagus nerve). All proven to work in clinical research!If you're not a current client and you'd like to test your adrenals (and things that trigger stress hormones), check out our Comprehensive Lab package here, which includes a lab review with us: https://vivawisefw.com/lab-packages/
This is the second in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what the signs and symptoms are of being stuck in a fight or flight state. We also discuss biomarkers of stress, so you can have hard data about both your degree of stress, and what makes it improve or worsen. Whether you want to learn how to identify and resolve stress, or see what it's like to partner with us in resolving your symptoms or abnormal labs, go here: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
This is the first in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what stress actually is, as so many of our patients come to us not being able to identify it. Learn what stress looks like and what it's doing to your body that's holding you back from the health and body you want. Whether you want to learn how to identify and resolve stress, or see what it's like to partner with us in resolving your symptoms or abnormal labs, go here: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
Get ready to learn some things you've never heard about perimenopasue and menopause! I interview Teesa, a functional nutritionist at VivaWise. We share what studies show is actually going on behind the scenes in your body, the root causes for your symptoms, and solutions that we've seen work with our clients. We also share some personal experiences!If you're more of a visual person, or want to share it with someone who learns on Youtube, check out the conversation on our channel here.To start finding out your root causes and creating new habits that will prevent or improve symptoms during this often rocky season, schedule a free discovery call or evaluation with us on our website: https://vivawisefw.com/
This is the last in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and how to do it.If you want to take your fasting to the next level, and get next-level benefits, these 2 methods are our favorite. Always be sure to discuss fasting with your practitioner before trying it!Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to your unique needs, or see what it's like to partner with us in resolving your symptoms or abnormal labs, go here: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
This episode is jam-packed with practical tips, and as always we reveal what studies have shown. You will discover:Why daily calorie restriction doesn't lead to weight lossHow often and how long to fastWhen to eatHow it can support healthy cortisol and insulinHow to make it easier to doWhether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to your unique needs, or see what it's like to partner with us in resolving your symptoms or abnormal labs, go here: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
This is the first in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and provide evidence-based guidelines to make it worth it.In this episode, we discuss how my husband's fasting habit was actually sabotaging his health. You'll learn what kinds of health issues that scientific research has shown to benefit from fasting, and when it's appropriate to add in. Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to your unique needs, or see what it's like to partner with us in resolving your symptoms or abnormal labs, go here: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
In this podcast episode, I share what I learned about myself when I got my diagnosis, and what habits and natural methods I use to thrive with it.Halfway through the episode, my husband shares how it's impacted him and our marriage, and asks me about my mindset shift that has changed how I feel about myself.For anyone dealing with mental health struggles, I hope this episode encourages you!Go here to see what it's like to partner with us in feeling your best: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
Whether you're born male or female, this episode will bring so much clarity in understanding a topic that is woefully under-adressed in our culture. Learn what sex hormones do, how they change throughout our life, and how we can influence them for good! This will allow you to face your, or your partner's, hormonal fluctuations with more understanding and empowerment. If you want to get testing for and resolve the root causes of your hormone imbalances, schedule a free consult with us here.
To get the research summary on antibiotics and our free Immune Support Guide so you have options other than antibiotics to support your immune system, go here.
Most doctors, and us patients, are unaware of the hidden dangers of taking antibiotics.
However, for decades research studies have discovered that these medications alter our body's functioning in a lasting way. Even if you don't have symptoms from taking them, they can increase your risk of many diseases and alter your health for years to come.
If you want to resolve the root causes of your health imbalances, schedule a free consult with us here.
I'm an odd nutritionist- I LOVE studying everything related to food, but I'm not interested in handling it! I want my time in the kitchen to be as minimal as possible so I have more time to pursue my passions. That being said, I also am not ok with my food being boring. I grew up on a junk food, fast food diet. If I'm not eating craveworthy meals, I'm starting to feel restricted. LISTEN IN to discover how I'm able to balance eating very healthy, spending less than 15min making a meal, AND having my food taste awesome! If you'd like to work with us so we can give you custom advice on how to elevate the way you're eating, both for your goals and your tastebuds, learn more about booking an appointment with our functional nutrition practice here. We offer complementary discovery calls to see if we're a good fit!
There's a saying that we're all motivated by one of 2 things: either inspiration or desperation. Unfortunately, I had to learn how to listen to my body's signals for healthy self-care by being desperate. I tell the story of how I almost died, and another of how I couldn't walk normally for a year. Through great desperation though, I was able to change my limiting beliefs and overcome symptoms I've experienced my whole life. Now, I get to experience a much more free and gratifying life because of it! I sincerely hope that this episode allows you to avoid desperation by inspiring you to befriend your body more. It's the only place you have to live! If you'd like to work with us to be coached on what healthy self-care looks like, and to decipher your body's messages, book an appointment with our functional nutrition practice here. Or go here to see what it's like to partner with us in feeling your best: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
Would your health improve if you did a food test to check for what you react to? Listen in to learn about when food testing can help, and when to skip it.
If you'd like to find out what diet is best for you, including preparing for and running a food test, check out our functional wellness services here. For our blog post on why food testing isn't enough, go here.
I bet you've had the experience before of seeing your conventional doctor for a health issue, and walking away disappointed. If they're the ones responsible for healthcare, why don't we feel healthier seeing them? I get straight to the point about the limitations of the conventional "sickcare" system, and what a true healthcare system means.
Listen to the end where my husband made the executive decision to keep a comment I didn't know was recorded. ;)
To learn more about our functional wellness services, including Telehealth for people in most states, go here. For our blog post on this topic, go here. To find a functional medicine practitioner near you, go here.
Whether you've had some nights of poor sleep or just got back from a busy trip, we all have days where we're dragging. Rather than reaching for more coffee, sugary snacks, or a nap, find out the healthier options that will give you more energy and alertness so that you can still have a great day! (and maybe learn a little about Star Wars in the process 😆)If you're trying to improve your overall energy levels and want to get to the root causes of your fatigue, book a complementary 15min discovery call or go here to see what it's like to partner with us: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
Whether you're picking up a packaged snack or cooking stir-fry at home, it can be confusing knowing which oils can help and which can hurt your health. This quick podcast gets straight to the point of:Should you even use/eat oilsThe dirty secrets of industrial seed oilsWhich ones are clean, good optionsListen towards the end to find out what's wrong with avocado oil!If you're trying to improve your health by eating more nutritious, less toxic foods, and would like guidance and accountability, go here to see what it's like to partner with us: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
We answer all the questions you've had about being hydrated and get you super motivated to start drinking more! Learn how to know if you're hydrated enough, what fluids count towards hydration, and tips to improve your intake.Listen to the 2/3 point to hear my husband's term for hydrating as he takes a big drink! If you're trying to increase your health by drinking more water, eating healthier, and improving your lifestyle, but need some help and accountability, go here to see what it's like to partner with us in feeling your best: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
Since I get this asked this often from my clients, I'm sharing my personal experience with how I've felt in the months after having COVID. I actually did lab tests before and after having COVID (I am such a scientist at heart!), so I was able to see how it impacted my health from an objective standpoint too. If you'd like to see or purchase some of the supplements we use to recover quickly from illness, go here. To support your immune system, you need good quantity and quality of sleep, an anti-inflammatory diet, regular exercise, and quick recovery from stressors. For help creating a lifestyle with these components, go here to see what it's like to partner with us: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
I talk so much about gut health because it's the foundation of overall health. But how do you know if your gut health needs improving? One of the easiest (and free!) ways is to become more acquainted with your bathroom habits. We have a fun time discussing this icky topic that can reveal so much about your health. Listen in to find out what your BMs are trying to tell you!A great way to address abnormal stools is through lifestyle changes. Lack of exercise, poor sleep, high stress, and an inflammatory diet all contribute to gut issues. For help getting on track, go here to see what it's like to partner with us: https://vivawisefw.com/services/
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