Dr. Christina Bjorndal shares her journey into naturopathic medicine after a suicide attempt left her hospitalized, revealing how conventional medications failed to fully treat her mental health issues. She emphasizes treating patients holistically by addressing their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being, not just symptoms, explaining the four pillars' interconnected roles in health.
Simple changes like reducing sugar, coffee and carbonation intake make a difference by supporting the body's natural functions, while eating nutrient-dense whole foods better nourishes the physical, mental and gut microbiome. Mindfulness practices like recognizing unhelpful thoughts, relaxing into stillness and rephrasing narratives cultivate presence and self-compassion, countering inner critics and core wounds driving self-sabotage.
Dr. Bjorndal unravels cases by considering neurotransmitters, hormones and the immune-gut axis, gleaning insights from symptoms' origins to pinpoint each person's unique macro-system imbalances. Our subconscious dialogues shape our lives, but conscious awareness allows redirecting thoughts to healthier beliefs, as she demonstrated overcoming rejection fears to transform her career path.
Louise shared her personal experience with chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, and how she became a brain expert through holistic healing. She shared how to identify and manage distractions or obstacles that might hinder intentions or goals. We also discussed the concept of taking on the energies of others, particularly parents, and how this can impact one's sense of self. Additionally, we explored the idea of utilizing Mind Gems to influence energy fields and past relationships.
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In this episode of the Holistic Health Bites podcast, Dr Fred Moss, a Holistic Psychiatrist, joins Andrea to discuss alternatives to pharmaceuticals for mental health treatment. They explore Dr Fred's career trajectory, expressing reservations about the over-reliance on medication in psychiatry and the importance of transitioning patients off medications gradually. The conversation also delves into the potential risks and challenges associated with coming off certain medications and highlights the significance of a healthy lifestyle, including a clean diet, mindfulness practices, and good sleep hygiene. The episode concludes with an emphasis on the importance of open communication and human connection for overall health. 
On this episode of the Holistic Health Bites podcast, Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson is joined by Psychotherapist Jenny Robbins who is sharing her wisdom on techniques for recognizing and working through stress, trauma, and grief. These are topics that affect us all, whether we recognize it or not. It doesn't have to be related to death, abuse, or physical injury. It can be a thought in your head, a witnessed event, or even a worry about something.
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In a recent episode of The Addiction Nutritionist Podcast, Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson joins host Kelly Miller to discuss the importance of blood sugar handling. With a background in crime scene investigation, Nicholson now focuses on being a Metabolic Health Investigator, helping clients optimize their blood sugar patterns for improved mood, brain function, and overall well-being. Mismanaged blood sugar is a top relapse trigger for those in recovery, making this topic highly relevant. Nicholson explains the significance of blood sugar management as the gateway to overall health, wellness, and longevity. She also shares surprising statistics about the state of the average American's health and recommends valuable laboratory tests for assessing individual blood sugar levels. In addition, Nicholson and Miller explore ways to become a health advocate and utilize real-time data from monitoring devices like CGMs. This episode offers practical tips for managing blood sugar effectively.
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