Updates from Andrea Nicholson

This episode of the Rooted in Health Podcast by Brian Christensen features Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson, discussing various health topics including optimizing gut health. 

This episode of the Holistic Health Bites podcast by Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson features an interview with Carla Abate, Nutrition Therapist Master, discusses holistic health strategies for fertility, pregnancy and postpartum health. 

During the winter months, it is crucial to prioritize gut health due to the challenges posed by cold temperatures, reduced activity, and less sunshine. Gut health is closely linked to overall well-being, and our gut microbes play a vital role in breaking down nutrients, synthesizing vitamins, and protecting us from illnesses. To take care of your gut during this season, it is important to follow a healthy diet, filled with fresh, organic whole foods and fermented/cultured foods, while minimizing refined sugars, grains, alcohol, and chemicals. Managing stress and getting regular exercise are also essential for supporting gut health. By implementing these strategies, you can ensure that your gut microbes stay healthy and that your digestive system functions properly throughout the winter months.

Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson discusses how we often settle for feeling mediocre without realizing that we could actually feel great. She shares her personal journey of initially focusing on reducing her risk of cardiovascular disease, which led to losing weight and feeling fine, but not truly thriving. Andrea then transitioned to a vegetarian diet, which initially made her feel amazing but eventually resulted in weight gain, low energy, and other health issues. Through her own research and undergoing functional testing, Andrea discovered the importance of investigating symptoms, implementing targeted protocols, and challenging limiting beliefs to achieve optimal health. She encourages listeners to reevaluate their own beliefs and prioritize feeling their best, as we don't have to settle for just feeling fine.

In this podcast episode, Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson discusses the difference between motivation and discipline when it comes to maintaining healthy habits. She explains that motivation is unreliable because it is a feeling that comes and goes. Instead, she relies on discipline, which is taking action regardless of how you feel. By prioritizing what her body needs over what she feels like, Nicholson is able to make choices that serve her health and well-being. She emphasizes that results come with discipline, not motivation, and encourages listeners to start with small steps and be mindful of their decisions and actions. Ultimately, she believes that by cultivating discipline and intentionality, individuals can achieve their goals and maintain long-term results.