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In this podcast, our expert functional medicine pharmacists will help you make sense of all of the health and nutrition information out there - from fasting, to toxins, to supplements and more! We’re here to share our knowledge in clear and simple ways through real conversations. Listen in and you’ll find answers to many of the questions you have!
It Was Never a Willpower Problem: Why Healthy Habits Are So Hard to Change
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In this episode of the Table Talk Podcast, Melody Hartzler sits down with Dr. Nicole Grams, PharmToTable pharmacist, functional medicine practitioner, and national board-certified health coach, to explore why sustainable health changes are about more than willpower. They discuss how underlying thoughts, emotional patterns, gut health, hormones, sleep, stress, and ultra-processed foods can influence eating habits and decision-making. Together, they highlight how health coaching, self-compassion, and realistic lifestyle strategies can help people overcome barriers, build healthier habits, and create lasting change without relying on perfection or self-blame.
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Rethinking Anxiety: The Gut, Blood Sugar, Nutrient and Hormone Connection
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In Today's Episode
In this episode of the Table Talk Podcast, Melody Hartzler sits down with Everest Goldstein, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and functional psychiatry practitioner, to explore anxiety through a functional medicine lens. They discuss the potential connections between anxiety and gut health, blood sugar, thyroid function, nutrient deficiencies, hormones, stress, and medication, while highlighting the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand individual root causes.
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Anxiety can be a symptom, not just a diagnosis. Functional psychiatry looks beyond the diagnosis itself to explore potential...Functional Medicine Stories Elena and Amber – Autoimmune
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In Today's Episode
Almost every autoimmune story I hear starts the same way. Something is wrong, the labs come back “normal” or the one abnormal result gets no comment, and you are sent home. Elena’s ferritin was low and nobody mentioned it. Amber could not move her hands and was told to exercise.
In this episode both of them tell the whole story. Elena describes what it was like to go from sluggish and cold to jittery and racing, the moment half her face went numb, and the Graves’ antibodies that finally explained it. She ta...
What Women Were Never Told About Hormone Therapy with Mia Scott
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In Today's Episode
What if much of what women have been told about hormone therapy is missing important context? In this episode of the Table Talk Podcast, Melody Hartzler sits down with Mia Scott, FNP, co-founder of Rixa Health, to unpack the history behind hormone therapy fears, the Women's Health Initiative, bioidentical hormones, individualized treatment, and why informed consent matters. Together, they explore how hormones can be approached through a personalized risk-versus-benefit conversation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Hormone therapy conversations need context. Mia explains how the...Your Brain Is Part of the Healing Process: Trauma, ADHD & Brain Health
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In this episode of the Table Talk Podcast, Melody sits down with Kristen Wooten, a licensed professional clinical counselor and brain health coach, to explore the connection between trauma, brain health, ADHD, head injuries, and emotional well-being. Kristen explains how therapies and approaches such as EMDR, neurofeedback, the DART method, and brain-injury recovery protocols can support nervous-system regulation, resilience, and overall brain function.
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EMDR can help reduce the emotional charge associated with traumatic memories. Kristen explains how bilateral stimulation allows clients to process traumatic...The Missing Pillar of Health: Why Community Matters More Than You Think
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Melody Hartzler
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In this special retreat episode of Table Talk, the PharmToTable team gathers in Austin, Texas, for an honest conversation about one of the five pillars of health: community. Through personal stories, the team explores how meaningful relationships support healing, resilience, and overall well-being, while sharing practical ways to build intentional connections in every season of life.
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Community is essential for health. Strong relationships support emotional well-being, healing, and long-term health just as much as nutrition...From Managing Symptoms to Healing: A Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey
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Melody Hartzler
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Dr. Amber Fish
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In this episode of Table Talk, Melody Hartzler sits down with Pharm to Table pharmacist Amber Fish to discuss her personal journey with rheumatoid arthritis and how functional medicine transformed her health. Amber shares how addressing gut health, nutrition, lifestyle, and root causes helped her reduce inflammation, regain her quality of life, and move beyond simply managing symptoms with medication. Together, they discuss practical strategies for supporting autoimmune conditions...
The Missing Piece to Healing? Your Nervous System
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Melody Hartzler
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Dr. Dave Rabin
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Joining Melody on this episode is Dr. Dave Rabin, a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro, to explore how chronic stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation affect nearly every aspect of our health. Dr. Rabin shares the science behind the body's stress response, the role of the vagus nerve, and how creating a greater sense of safety can improve sleep, focus, resilience, and recovery.
Together...
Why Normal Lab Results Don’t Always Tell the Full Story
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Melody Hartzler
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Elena Genik
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What happens when a personal health crisis becomes the catalyst for helping others heal? Melody sits down with Elena, a functional medicine health coach and thyroid advocate, to share her personal journey of healing from Graves' disease and Thyroid Eye Disease (TED). After struggling with debilitating symptoms, conventional treatment challenges, and feeling isolated, Elena discovered how functional medicine helped her address the root causes of her condition and regain her...
The Hidden Drivers of Chronic Illness: Mold Toxicity, Infections & Root-Cause Healing
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Melody Hartzler
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In this episode of Table Talk, Melody sits down with Dr. Liam LaTouche, a naturopathic physician specializing in complex chronic illness, chronic infections, mold toxicity, and post-viral conditions. Dr. Liam shares how his mother's mysterious neurological illness sparked his passion for root-cause medicine and led him to work with patients struggling with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, chemical sensitivities, Lyme disease, mold exposure, and other difficult-to-diagnose conditions.
Together, they explore why so many patients fall through the cracks of conventional healthcare, the...
Functional Medicine Stories with Mariya and Diane
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Melody Hartzler
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Mariya Farooqi
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Diane Brice
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What happens when healthcare providers become patients themselves? In this candid conversation, PharmToTable pharmacists Dr. Mariya and Dr. Diane share the personal health challenges that led them into functional and integrative medicine—from insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction to autoimmune disease and postpartum health struggles. Their stories reveal the power of looking beyond symptoms, addressing root causes, and becoming yo...
Beyond Prescriptions: Empowering Patients to Thrive
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Jastram
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In this episode of Table Talk’s Journey to Thriving series, Melody sits down with Dr. Sarah Jastram, a functional medicine pharmacist based in the Twin Cities, to explore her unique path into integrative healthcare. Sarah shares how her experiences with pregnancy, gut health, and pharmacy school led her to discover functional medicine, and why empowering patients through education, co...
Rethinking Heart Health: A Functional Medicine Perspective
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Melody Hartzler
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Joel Kahn
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Preventive cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn joins Melody Hartzler on this episode of Table Talk to break down how lifestyle changes, nutrition, and advanced diagnostic testing can protect your heart. Dr. Kahn shares his journey from traditional interventional cardiology to preventive care and explains how inflammation, diet, hormone changes, and personalized risk assessments can help identify cardiovascular issues before they become serious.
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Heart disease prevention...Take Back Your Power: The Functional Medicine Wake-Up Call
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Melody Hartzler
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Cori Durall
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In this episode of Table Talk, Melody sits down with Dr. Cori Durall, a pharmacist and functional medicine practitioner, to discuss her journey from conventional pharmacy to root-cause healing. Dr. Cori shares how her personal health struggles, professional burnout, and experience with post-viral recovery led her to embrace functional medicine and advocate for taking ownership of your health through foundational lifestyle changes.
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Functional medicine...From Postpartum to Performance: Rethinking Women’s Physical Therapy
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Melody Hartzler
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Becky Parr
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Kristen Schulte
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In this episode of Table Talk, Melody sits down with physical therapists Becky Parr and Kristen Schulte to explore the evolving role of physical therapy in women’s health, athletic performance, and whole-person wellness. They discuss everything from pelvic floor dysfunction and postpartum recovery to inflammation, injury prevention, and why physical therapy should be viewed as proactive healthcare—not just...
Perimenopause, the Microbiome, and the Hidden Drivers of Metabolic & Hormonal Change
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Melody Hartzler
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Kara Siedman
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In this episode of the Tables Talk Podcast, Dr. Melody Hartzler sits down with Kara Siedman, RD, CDCES, Director of Partnerships at ResBiotic, to examine how microbiome-driven physiology intersects with hormonal transitions during perimenopause and menopause.
As estrogen and progesterone fluctuate and decline, women experience predictable shifts in metabolic regulation, immune signaling, and inflammatory burden. Increasing evidence suggests these changes are tightly linked to alterations in gut microbial diversity...
Breaking the Acne Cycle: Inflammation, Hormones & the Gut Connection
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Melody Hartzler
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Mariane Rizkallah
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Acne isn’t just a surface-level issue—it’s a signal from the body that something deeper is out of balance. In this episode we are joined by fellow pharmacist Dr. Mariane Rizkallah to explore how functional medicine offers lasting solutions for acne and chronic inflammation. Dr. Mariane shares her personal journey of overcoming persistent hormonal acne, her transition from traditional pharmacy to integrative healing, and the foundational steps to suppor...
The Circadian Code: Why Your Sleep-Wake Cycle Matters More Than You Think
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Melody Hartzler
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Lindsey Dalton
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Megan Morrison
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Define what the circadian rhythm is Dive deep into sunlight and why it’s so crucial for our health and wellbeing Introduce the topic of malillumination. Explain why it’s so important to have sun exposure first thing in the morning Share other ways besides light to regulate the circadian rhythm Detail what other health conditions have been linked to cir...Boosting Immunity Naturally: Essential Lifestyle Tips and Supplements
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Melody Hartzler
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Lindsey Dalton
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Explain how the immune system works Pinpoint a type of medication many Americans take that hinders the immune system Discuss various lifestyle factors that affect the immune system Describe specific diet modifications that can support the immune system Pinpoint the effect sugar has on the immune system Highlight the importance of good gut health in proper immune function Share various supplements that can boost the function of the immune system <...Decoding Your Health with Organic Acids Testing: Nutrients, Detox & More
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Melody Hartzler
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We are so excited to bring you this podcast episode, in which we sit down with Dr. Sam Madera, a naturopath who practices integrative and functional medicine.
In Today's Episode
Explain what organic acids are Describe what an organic acids test can tell us about the functioning of our bodies Discuss the difference between an organic acids test and a diagnostic test Pinpoint the key markers for energy and mitochondrial processes Reveal who can benefit from an organic acids test Share how organic ac...Beyond Allergies: The Complex World of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
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Melody Hartzler
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We are so excited to bring you this podcast episode where we got to sit down with Jessica Pizano, leading nutrition specialist in the country for mast cell activation disorders.
In this episode we
describe what a mast cell is and how activation of mast cells can cause problems in the body elaborate on the symptoms someone with a mast cell disorder may have discuss why it can be difficult to make a diagnosis reveal why environment and mind/body are important aspects...Functional Medicine Stories with Aparna and Lauren
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Melody Hartzler
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Lauren Castle
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Aparna Trikha
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In this episode, two of our pharmacists discuss how they were led to functional medicine through their own health journeys.
We discuss how:
understanding the root cause of conditions can lead to healing if you aren’t getting the answers you want from conventional doctors, functional medicine can be a good next step every journey is...Magnesium, Omega-3s, and Beyond: Supplement Essentials & Safety
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Melody Hartzler
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Alex Keller
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In this episode, we got to sit down with Dr. Alex Keller. Dr. Alex Keller is a practicing naturopathic doctor in Ottawa, Canada, and the Medical Director at Fullscript. He is a graduate of the University of Ottawa with an HBSc in Health Sciences and Psychology and completed a degree in naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Discuss supplement quality and the questions you...Eczema and Other Skin Conditions
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Melody Hartzler
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Lindsey Dalton
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Mariya Farooqi
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In this episode we:
Discuss the conventional options for treating eczema Elaborate on the connection between eczema and gut health Reveal supplements that can help with eczema Share our personal stories with eczema Chat about the various root causes of eczema and testing options Present how eczema treatment is not one-size-fits-all and it takes an individualized approach Pinpoint why addressing eczema in children i...Finding Your Voice as an Advocate for Your Health Through our Birth Stories
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Melody Hartzler
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Elyse Wagner
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In this episode, we got to chat with Elise Wagner, co-founder and chief well-being officer for the functional medicine coaching academy.
In this episode we:
discuss how Elise discovered functional medicine at age 13 elaborate on how an autoimmune disease diagnosis sparked Elise to want to help others improve their health through functional medicine and health coaching pinpoint why health coaching is such a vital component of any...Functional Medicine Stories with Nicole and Xenia
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Melody Hartzler
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Nicole Grams
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Xenia Madera
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We are so excited to release the first episode of a series called Functional Medicine Stories. In these episodes, members of the team will be sharing their stories of how they discovered functional medicine and how it led them to where they are now.
In addition, we talked about the following:
Discuss how functional medicine is a...Immune Reboot with Dr. Silverman
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Melody Hartzler
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Dr. Robert Silverman
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On today’s show, we got to sit down with Dr. Robert Silverman. Dr. Silverman is a chiropractic doctor. He's a clinical nutritionist and a national and international speaker and author of Amazon's number one bestseller, Inside-Out Health.
He's also the founder and CEO of Westchester Integrative Health Center and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, has a Master's in Science an...
Breaking Down Autoimmune Conditions (IBD, Psorasis, MS)
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Anderson
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Christine Sanford
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Define what an autoimmune disease is and list common examples List the 3 things that lead to the development of an autoimmune condition Outline the 3 stages of autoimmunity Discuss how conventional medications work for autoimmune diseases Elaborate on how functional medicine can be incorporated into the treatment plan Describe what causes the immune system to go awry leading to...Techniques to Manage Stress in the Workplace
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Melody Hartzler
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Nicole Grams
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Mariya Farooqi
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Discuss the 5 essentials for workplace mental health Explain how stress at work can affect your physical health and homelife Talk about the importance of community and connection in the workplace Outline ways to foster a healthy work-life harmony Elaborate on how to manage work-related stress in a healthy wayLinks mentioned:
U.S. Surgeon General Releases N...Weight Loss Beyond Calories
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Melody Hartzler
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Christine Sanford
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Nicole Grams
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Discuss why weight loss isn’t as easy as calories in calories out Explain what basal metabolic rate is Talk about reasons why people gain weight even when they’re eating low calorie Give you the first question you need to ask yourself when starting your weight loss journey Uncover the proper way to fill your plate for a me...Hormone Balance
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Melody Hartzler
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Katie Johnstone
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Marina Buksov
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Describe the roles estrogen and progesterone play in the body Talk about what problems/symptoms arise when hormones are out of balance Cover testing for hormone imbalances Explain why testosterone is important for women Elaborate on the roles stress and gut health play in hormone balance Talk about tips for balancing hormones including herbal supplementsHomeopathy 101
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Anderson
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Laura Burr
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In today’s episode we sat down with Laura Burr. Laura is a pharmacist, certified homeopathic practitioner, and national board certified health coach.
In this episode we:
Discussed the history of homeopathy Defined what homeopathy is Revealed how homeopathy and pharmacy can complement one another Explained what dilutions are and how to decode the l...All About Menopause with Carrie Jones, ND
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Melody Hartzler
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Carrie Jones
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In this episode all about menopause, we had the honor of speaking with naturopathic physician, Dr. Carrie Jones. Dr, Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones.
We dove into:
What menopause is Various symptoms associated with menopause The best way to support your body using nutrition Hormone replacement therapy including when to start, the benefits, what formulations are b...Stool Testing - Who Needs it and Which Test is Right for Me?
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Jastram
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Pearl Lee
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Explain what kind of information a comprehensive stool test can tell you Discuss who should do a stool test Elaborate on the different types of stool tests available and the different technologies they use Reveal what clinicians are looking for in the results of stool tests Cover our personal experiences with stool testing and what markers drove our treatment...Prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics...all the biotics!
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Melody Hartzler
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Lauren Castle
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Lindsey Dalton
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Discuss the difference between prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics Cover the benefits of various probiotics on certain medical conditions Elaborate on how you can incorporate more probiotics into your diet List various synbiotics on the market Talk about the benefits of including these supplements in your routine We have a TON of additional information on our blog! Check out these...Heartburn
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Melody Hartzler
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Katie Johnstone
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Veronica Riera-Gilley
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Discuss why heartburn is so problematic Cover the medications used in conventional medicine to treat heartburn Elaborate on why certain medications used to treat heartburn can negatively impact health List various root causes of heartburn Talk about supplements and non-pharmacologic therapies for heartburnIf you would like to schedule a free 15 minute consult with one of our providers...
Why Health Coaching is an Important Piece of Your Journey
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Bachofner
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Nicole Grams
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Differentiate between functional medicine and health coaching visits Discuss why patients have better success when working with a health coach Explain how health coaching can make implementing your plan easier Discuss why health coaching can help decrease stress Elaborate on why healthy coaching may be more important than a functional medicine planIf you’d like to learn mo...
All About CGM
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Melody Hartzler
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Katie Johnstone
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Nicole Grams
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What continuous glucose monitors (CGM’s) are The differences among the different CGM’s How glucose is affected by food, sleep, and stress How CGM’s can help you prevent diabetes How CGM’s can help you personalize your diet and lifestyle choiceIf you're interested in getting a CGM without a prescription, here are a few companie...
Postpartum Nutrient Depletion
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Melody Hartzler
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Jessica Orloski
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Veronica Riera-Gilley
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What postpartum nutrient depletion is The most common nutrients that are depleted The symptoms of postpartum nutrient depletion What you can do to reverse depletions Link to The Postnatal Depletion Cure book: https://a.co/d/20lryWS Blog post on sleep: https://pharmtotable.life/2021/06/08/the-power-of-sleep/ The Natural Pregnancy Book: https://a.co/d/9f6oS5gDrug-Induced Microbiome Disruption
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Megan Morrison
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Jessica Orloski
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Mention why the microbiome is so important List the most common drugs that impact the microbiome Explain how drugs can alter the microbiome Discuss what you can do if you are taking a medication that affects the microbiome Natural Cycles
