Episode #68: Testing, Testing! A Deep Dive Into The Tests Functional Nutritionists Use
In the second part of our deep dive on functional nutrition, I chatted with Amanda Shuh, our Director of First Impressions at The Brandwein Institute for Nutrition & Wellness in more detail about the types of tests we generally use, and how we decide on the right test (and the right time to take it) […]
Episode #67: What Exactly Is Functional Nutrition?
What do we do exactly? It’s a question we often get asked! Are you experiencing pain and frustration and not getting any answers? Do you feel as though you are being let down by the medical system? Are you being given pills and medication just to manage a symptom? If you said yes to […]
Episode #65: Self-sabotage And How To Keep Going With The Hard Work Of Healing Ourselves
I had such fun talking with Renie Anderson last week on the podcast, and we couldn’t help but continue the conversation and talk about a specific thing I hear a lot in discovery sessions with clients, and follow ups; the release, and then the pull-back of wanting to solve the problem. Renie talked through with […]
Episode #64: Wired And Tired: A Solution To Slow Down
Ever wonder how to change the dialogue in your head so that you aren’t focusing on the negative all of the time? So often we move through life with thoughts that keep us from realizing our true potential. We have dreams, desires and goals, and yet the overwhelming fear of failure prevents us from even […]
Episode #63: The How And Why Of Teaching Our Children To Eat
Let’s face it, raising kids can be challenging. We all want the best for our children, and teaching them how to take care of themselves is an important job for us parents. Speaking from experience, I know what it’s like to get the push back from not only my kids, but from society itself. […]
Episode #62: The Journey From Illness To Wellness
There are few things more frustrating than being told you are “normal” or “fine” when you feel anything but that. Our very own, Amanda Schuh went through years, many many of them being told she was fine and normal when she knew something was wrong. As a young adult, when she should have been in […]
Episode #61: Weightlifting Myths Debunked: The Secret Benefits Of Resistance Training
There are so many misconceptions about weightlifting and resistance training out there — and I hear lots of them every day at the Brandwein Institute. The truth is, resistance training doesn’t have to be miserable, it definitely shouldn’t be causing you pain — and you don’t even need to be doing it in a gym! […]
Episode #60: The Truth About Women And Weight Lifting
Today I had the pleasure of sitting down with our very own certified personal trainer, Jessie Ben Dayan. We had an amazing conversation about the myths and facts surrounding weight lifting, cardio workouts and all things in between. If you are confused about whether or not you should incorporate weights into your routine, or if […]
Episode #59: From Traditional ER Doctor To Functional Health Advocate
Listen to the episode: I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Dr. Ian Russinoff. Dr. Russinoff trained as a traditional medicine doctor and practiced ER medicine for most of his career. In the last year he has opted for a less traditional role as the medical director at Sollis Health, a concierge-based ER practice with a […]
Episode #58: Why Feeling The Fear Is The First Step Toward Change
Listen to the episode: In this second part of my interview with Shari Coltune, we talk about how we handle our emotions and the brain body connection. We consider how to nourish all of ourselves in an effort to get and stay healthy. Shari is a Master Certified Integrative Life Coach and Intuitive Healer who […]
