Functional Nutrition Resources

Discover practical insights and root-cause approaches to chronic health issues. Unpack the foundations of Functional Nutrition to help you support whole-body healing—starting from the inside out.

Autoimmunity and Its Prejudice Against Women

Autoimmunity and Its Prejudice Against Women

Nearly 80% of people with autoimmune conditions are women? It’s not a coincidence. From hormonal shifts to pregnancy, gut health to toxic exposures, the female body faces unique immune challenges.

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Why Is Everyone Suddenly Sensitive to Gluten?

Why Is Everyone Suddenly Sensitive to Gluten?

Have you noticed more people ditching gluten, and feeling better because of it? This isn’t just another food fad. Gluten, a hard-to-digest protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, may be playing a hidden role in inflammation, leaky gut, and even autoimmunity. Whether or not you’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease, understanding how gluten affects your body could be the key to unlocking better digestion, clearer thinking, and more consistent energy.

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Dismantling Dysfunction: The Final Step to Resolving Chronic Illness

Dismantling Dysfunction: The Final Step to Resolving Chronic Illness

Chronic illness is rarely caused by one thing: the result of many small breakdowns in the body’s systems over time. In Functional Nutrition, we address these breakdowns systematically. In this post, we explore the third and most advanced tier of Functional Nutrition: Dismantling Dysfunction. If you’ve already cleaned up your diet and lifestyle but still aren’t feeling your best, this is the layer that could change everything.

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The Science of Sleep: Why Addressing Sleep Debt Is Critical

The Science of Sleep: Why Addressing Sleep Debt Is Critical

Most of us know sleep is important, but in Functional Nutrition, it’s more than a lifestyle tip—it’s foundational to everything else. Sleep plays a central role in detoxification, immune function, hormone balance, and even brain health. When sleep is disrupted, it often signals deeper imbalances in the body’s internal terrain. From regulating blood sugar to restoring nervous system resilience, sleep is part of what we call the Non-Negotiable Trifecta. In this article, we explore the science of sleep, the hidden toll of sleep debt, and why protecting your rest might be the single most important step you take on your healing journey.

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I’m Not Diabetic, So What’s the Big Deal About Blood Sugar?

I’m Not Diabetic, So What’s the Big Deal About Blood Sugar?

Blood sugar isn’t just about diabetes. It plays a foundational role in how your body creates energy, manages inflammation, and keeps your hormones and brain functioning smoothly. Even if you're not diabetic, fluctuating glucose levels can quietly disrupt your health. In this post, we break down what "normal" blood sugar really means—and how simple daily shifts can help you reclaim energy, focus, and long-term vitality.

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The Hidden Causes of Modern-Day Nutritional Deficiencies

The Hidden Causes of Modern-Day Nutritional Deficiencies

Nutritional deficiencies aren’t always obvious—but they are far more common than we think. Long before they show up on a lab test, these “hidden hungers” can quietly impair digestion, mood, energy, and healing. From stress and poor absorption to restrictive diets and medication use, many factors can rob the body of what it needs to thrive. In this article, we explore how nutrient depletion develops, how to spot it, and what it takes to restore the foundation for real healing.

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Blood-Sugar Friendly Coconut Chia Pudding

Blood-Sugar Friendly Coconut Chia Pudding

This creamy chia pudding is the perfect sweet treat—without the blood sugar spike. Made with real-food ingredients and no added sugar, it supports insulin sensitivity while satisfying cravings naturally.

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