Long COVID and Chronic Illness

Long COVID and Chronic Illness with Sandy Sanderson, interview by Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson
Sandy, a nurse practitioner, shared her journey of starting a private practice focused on telehealth and in-person services for hormone balancing and medical weight loss during the pandemic. She also shared her personal health journey, including her success with a gluten-free diet, struggles with autoimmune issues and weight gain, and recent Covid-19 diagnosis with dysautonomia. She is now interested in helping others with long Covid syndrome and discussed the potential triggers for autoimmune conditions, the need for food sensitivity testing, and the ongoing challenges of Covid-19's long-term effects.
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Optimizing Health in 2024

Optimizing Health in 2024 by Functional Nutritionist Andrea NicholsonFunctional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson discusses the importance of optimizing health in 2024. She emphasizes the need to identify the underlying reasons for health struggles, such as weight, energy, joint pain, and digestive issues. Rather than relying on expensive meal services or complicated calorie trackers, Nicholson offers practical strategies that have been successful for her clients and thousands of others. She addresses the overwhelm of conflicting health information and encourages making targeted, personalized decisions based on individual data. She also advises against pivoting too quickly or drastically and instead suggests making small tweaks and refinements over time. Nicholson's Functional Health program offers a comprehensive approach to health, incorporating assessments, lab testing, hormone balancing, nutrition plans, and more. She invites readers to schedule a free call to begin their journey towards ideal health.
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Fatty Liver

Fatty Liver by Functional Nutritionist Andrea NicholsonIn this blog post, we learn that fatty liver is not solely caused by alcohol consumption but can also be a result of metabolic changes in the liver and throughout the body. Referred to as NAFLD, this condition involves an accumulation of fatty triglyceride globules in the liver cells. If left untreated, it can progress to inflammatory liver disease and permanent liver damage. However, the good news is that fatty liver can be reversed through dietary changes. Clinical case studies have shown that following a therapeutic carbohydrate restricted plan, reducing carb intake to less than 10% of daily calories, and eating only two meals per day (with no snacks) can lead to observed remission of fatty liver within 3-7 days. So if you've been diagnosed with fatty liver or related conditions such as prediabetes or obesity, there is hope for reversal.
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A Cancer Journey with Dr Melissa

A Cancer Journey with Dr Melissa by Functional Nutritionist Andrea NicholsonIn this episode of the Holistic Health Bites podcast, retired chiropractor and cancer survivor, Dr. Melissa Grosboll, shares her personal journey of receiving a breast cancer diagnosis and her subsequent research into exercise for cancer. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring exercise programs for individuals undergoing different types of cancer treatments and the need for accountability and guidance in order to safely and effectively recover. Dr. Grosboll also discusses the significance of mindset and taking control of one's health when facing a diagnosis, as well as the importance of a healthy diet and a holistic lifestyle that includes quality sleep, self-care, and avoiding toxins in personal care products and cleaning supplies. If you're looking for insights and inspiration on navigating a cancer journey, this episode is a must-listen.

To connect with Dr. Melissa, you can reach out to her via email at drgrosboll@gmail.com or connect with her on Facebook and YouTube using the provided links.
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Navigating Sugar During the Holidays

Navigating Sugar During the Holidays an episode of the Rebel Roots Nutrition podcast featuring Functional Nutritionist Andrea NicholsonAndrea Nicholson, Functional Nutritionist and Insulin Resistance expert was recently featured on the Rebel Roots Nutrition Podcast by Carla Abate.  In this episode, Andrea shared tips and strategies for navigating sugar during the holidays. 
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