The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition

Are you constantly tired, running on fumes, or wondering why you can’t get your energy back—no matter how much sleep you get? Low energy isn’t just about being busy. It’s often a red flag that something deeper is out of balance in your body.

Most people think stress just makes them tired. But according to Dr. Scott Sherr, it can trigger what he calls the “Sympathetic Spiral of Doom”—a biological feedback loop that silently drains your energy, wrecks your mood, and sabotages your long-term health.

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In 2019, Jane started experiencing persistent joint pain, debilitating fatigue, insomnia, and unexplained weight gain. After searching for answers, she was finally able to get clarity through functional healthcare. 

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In this eye-opening episode, sleep expert Mollie McGlocklin Eastman—Founder of Sleep Is a Skill and host of the top-rated Sleep Is a Skill Podcast—unpacks what really drives deep, restorative sleep.

Mollie brings a powerful combination of personal experience (including her own battle with insomnia while traveling internationally), a background in behavioral change from The Nonverbal Group, and years of obsessing over chronobiology to help people transform their sleep through technology, accountability, and habit change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why popular sleep trackers & wearables may be misleading you
- How al...

Join us as we delve into an empowering discussion with globally recognized expert in longevity and health optimization, Lisa Tamati.

- In this episode, Lisa shares her journey from professional ultra-endurance athlete to health and wellness guru, offering invaluable insights on how to become the CEO of your own health and never give up.

- Learn the importance of mindset, the power of resilience, and why it's essential to never outsource your health.

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Join FDNP Nikki Uvalles, Integrative Health Coach and founder of One Body Wellness, as she discusses the importance of understanding your body's messages through aches and pains.

- Learn vital lessons about accepting body transitions during aging and nurturing your body as a temple.

- Nikki shares her journey of balancing family life and health, offering insights on how to reconnect with your body, shift your mindset, and adopt holistic practices for lasting vitality.

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Here's a deep dive into understanding and resolving poor sleep quality with Brenden Dougherty, CEO of MDbio.

Discover...

- the essential steps required to diagnose sleep issues

- how to get tested for chronic sleeplessness

- the stringent criteria you should use when selecting supplements.

Learn from Brenden's extensive knowledge in consumer sciences and his commitment to creating effective sleep solutions and supplements. Don't miss out on expert advice aimed at transforming your sleep and overall health.

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In this episode, Lindsay Dahl, Chief Impact Officer at Ritual and a 20-year environmental health advocate, discusses how toxic chemicals enter our products and supplements, and shares actionable advice for consumers.

Lindsay highlights the real health and environmental threats posed by chemical pollution, teaches listeners how to differentiate between clickbait and scientifically backed information on social media, and provides tips on shopping for safe and effective supplements.

With her extensive experience in environmental health advocacy and policy, Lindsay has helped pass over 30 state and federal laws aimed at reducing toxic chemicals in consumer products. She...

What do acting, teaching, and functional health coaching have in common? More than you might think.

In this episode with Debra Wanger, we explore how skills from the stage and classroom can transform not only the way we communicate health, but also the way professionals care for themselves in demanding careers.

As an actor, teacher, and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), today’s guest bridges these worlds to help both actors and health professionals thrive. Whether it’s maintaining resilience in a high-stress, often unhealthy profession—or learning to deliver your message with clarity and authentici...

Dr. Eric Osansky—a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and certified functional medicine practitioner—has been transforming lives by treating thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions with natural approaches since 2009.

From being diagnosed with Graves' disease himself to becoming an author and podcast host, Dr. Osansky's powerful journey from illness to health highlights the significant impact of natural treatments and lifestyle changes.

You'll Learn:

- How Dr. Osansky managed to reverse hyperthyroidism/Graves' disease without long-term medication, radioactive iodine, or thyroid surgery

- The truth about the importance of diet, stress...

Dr. Jannine Krause, a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, discusses alternative solutions for women who have difficulties with hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Dedicated to transforming women's healthcare in their 40s and beyond, Dr. Krause provides valuable insights to navigate midlife challenges.

Key Takeaways: 

- What to do when HRT isn't working for you

- How acupuncture eases hormone imbalance side effects

- The overlooked benefits of Tai Chi & Qi Gong for surviving midlife woes

Vanessa Roush is a tenacious health advocate, FDNP, and mother of four. She shares with us her powerful journey through self-healing and mindset transformation.

From battling chronic health issues and conventional medical dead-ends to discovering Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), Vanessa's story is a testament to resilience and the power of perspective.

If you're ready to hear how someone turned adversity into advantage, you're going to love this episode.

You'll Learn:

- How Vanessa overcame chronic health issues like migraines, hormonal imbalances, and fatigue

- The truth about t...

Join Kailey Campos, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and founder of re’nud holistics, as she delves into the synergy between entrepreneurship and health transformation.

Discover how to navigate the discomfort that accompanies change, the importance of personalized healing tools, and the role of nervous system regulation. Kailey emphasizes the importance of finding your unique path to sustainable health and shares personalized strategies rooted in functional lab testing and holistic approaches.

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Have you ever felt like everything we’re taught about health is backwards? Especially for those of us who have healed from chronic illnesses, it can often seem like we had to do the exact OPPOSITE of what conventional wisdom teaches for us to truly heal. How did we get here, and how can we fix it for our future generations?

In this podcast episode, we are talking to Sally Fallon Morell, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation. The Weston A. Price foundation is filled with bold and fearless leaders from all walks of life who be...

The ugly truth behind tick-borne infections is what FDN Practitioner Jennifer Lanie dives into on this episode.

The average person who is even somewhat aware of tick-borne infections may think of things like Lyme Disease, and assume that a simple round of antibiotics can get things fixed up. For too many people, though, this is NOT the case, and much deeper work is needed to help them.

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Claudine François is a Board-Certified Functional Medicine & Holistic Health Practitioner, FDN practitioner, author, and the creator of The Midlife Body Code Method.

A former CFO turned root-cause detective, she helps driven women 40+ uncover the hidden causes of exhaustion, brain fog, hormone shifts, and stubborn weight. Her new book, Your Midlife Body Code, empowers women to decode their symptoms, realign with their bodies, and reclaim lasting energy, clarity, and confidence in midlife and beyond.

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GLP-1s (like Ozempic and Wegovy) are being called the biggest breakthrough in modern weight loss…

But are they really a miracle for women in midlife — or could they turn out to be a major mistake?

In today’s brand-new podcast episode, we’re cutting through the hype and asking the hard questions with a much-loved guest and FDN practitioner, Jennifer Woodward.

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Learn with us as Laurie Hammer shares her incredible story of battling anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other health challenges. Discover how amino acid therapy transformed her life. Gain takeaways on how your body can heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Laurie, a Functional Nutritional Therapist and Neuro-Nutrient Specialist, shares practical insights and hope for moms dealing with the overwhelming demands of life.

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How can you feel relatively ok and brush off your nagging symptoms as “normal”? What you don’t realize is that they are not normal, just common. The signals are our body’s only way of communicating, but we have either forgotten or not been taught how to listen.

Key Takeaways:

- Any symptom, no matter how common, is never normal.

- Systemic inflammation is at the root cause of most of our symptoms and diseases.

- There isn’t a single pharmaceutical drug out there that can fix it - only l...

Join Ryan Monahan, an FDN-P Level III, board-certified health coach, as he explores the significance of Organic Acids Testing (OAT).

Learn how evaluating these key metabolic metabolites can provide insights into gut health, mitochondrial dysfunction, and more. Discover how OAT, which examines 76 organic acids through a simple urine sample, helps in assessing the functional need for essential nutrients and therapies. 

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In this episode, Michael LeVesque—long-time President and CEO of Vitamin Express, Inc., and a passionate advocate for medical freedom—explores the critical importance of the Medical Freedom Amendment. From his entrepreneurial journey to authoring notable works like the BIG Vitamin Dictionary, this conversation dives deep into the evolving relationship between health providers and their clients.

If you're ready to hear how someone is turning advocacy into action, you're going to love this episode.

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From navigating the medical system for her chronically ill mother to transforming her own health challenges, this conversation dives deep into holistic healing and personal wellness.

In this episode, Detective Ev sits down with Mariana Foley—a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach—to explore her powerful journey through overcoming chronic stress and burnout.

You'll Learn:

How Mariana overcame chronic stress while caring for her ill mother

The truth about the impact of stress on your physical and emotional health

Why balancing hormones starts with...

When it comes to lasting health, it’s never just one thing. Your gut, hormones, and brain are in constant communication—and the health of one system directly impacts the others.

This “triad” is anchored by the liver and influences nearly every area of your well-being. If you only address one system in isolation, you may see short-term relief, but eventually metabolic chaos catches up.

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast with Alissa Hodgson, we dive into the gut–hormone–brain connection—what it means, why it matters, and how a comprehensive a...

In this episode, Katie Redding—a Certified Midlife Specialist and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner—explores her powerful journey through empowering women in perimenopause and postmenopause to take control of their hormone health.

From her extensive clinical experience as a licensed nurse to founding Hormone Health Boss, this conversation dives deep into how women can take charge of their hormonal health through education, advanced testing, and strategic support.

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Debbie Potts—Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and host of The Coach Debbie Potts Show—explores her unique journey in holistic health and performance optimization. From dealing with stubborn weight gain to overcoming chronic stress, Debbie reveals powerful insights from her personalized FutureYou Protocol and The WHOLESTIC Method. This conversation dives deep into reclaiming energy, confidence, and vitality, especially for those feeling stuck despite doing all the 'right things.'

You'll Learn:

- How Debbie helps high-performing individuals overcome challenges like fatigue and burnout

- The truth about using intuition over devices for b...

Feeling exhausted, anxious, or like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood?
You’re not alone—and it’s not “just stress” or “part of being a mom.” Burnout, anxiety, and constant fatigue are often signs of deeper, correctable imbalances.

Through functional lab testing, we uncover the hidden root causes—like gut issues, hormone imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, or other stressors—that conventional approaches often miss. When you finally see the data, you realize you’re not crazy, you’re not failing, and it’s not all in your head. You just need the right roadmap.

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Meet Christina Boylston—a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner with a Master's in Medical Sciences and over a decade of experience in preventative and regenerative medicine.

From battling undiagnosed Hashimoto’s and postpartum complications to regaining her energy through functional lab testing, this conversation dives deep into the root causes of exhaustion and burnout for moms.

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Laura Young— a certified FDN Practitioner specializing in women's health, particularly during the perimenopause years, shares her passion about empowering others to create achievable diet and lifestyle habits while utilizing the fascinating world of peptides, bioregulators, and FDA-approved compounding pharmacies.

If you're ready to learn how to take charge of your health in a 'sick care' society, you're going to love this episode.

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MTC Health's founder and FDN practitioner Sandy Eggers—a passionate advocate for women's health and functional testing—explores her powerful journey from frustration and autoimmune issues to providing hope and clarity for women.

From struggling with her own health challenges and "feeling off" to building a successful business, this conversation dives deep into the importance of not accepting 'normal' when you know something is wrong and seeking deeper solutions for true healing.

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Olivia Morrissette—an inspiring FDN practitioner and integrative health coach — explores her powerful journey through functional health and holistic healing. From struggling to find effective health solutions to discovering the transformative power of functional lab testing, this conversation dives deep into using validated data in one's health journey.

If you're ready to hear how Olivia used lab data to find candida, parasites & burnout for guidance to heal, you're going to love this episode.

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Michele Zipper—a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® practitioner and dedicated mom—explores her powerful journey through helping children with autoimmune conditions. From her personal experience with autoimmune disease in her family to her professional expertise in root cause analysis, Michele shares invaluable insights into healing strategies and the importance of addressing underlying issues such as toxin overload, nutrient balance, and gut health.

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Rebekah Lund—founder of Bloom Wellness Center and proactive health advocate—shares her powerful journey through holistic health care and innovative screening methods. From starting as a Clinical Thermographer in 2009 to becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner in 2020, Rebekah's journey is one of dedication and transformation in the holistic health field.

This conversation dives deep into the importance of non-invasive screenings and a proactive approach to health. If you're ready to hear how someone turned passion into purpose, you're going to love this episode.

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Olivia Muschik—an FDN Practitioner and Functional Hormone Specialist—shares her powerful journey through the challenges of unknown infertility. From navigating a stressful career and unknown infertility with no answers from conventional medicine to discovering a functional approach that led to her pregnancy within 12 weeks, this conversation dives deep into the importance of gut health, nervous system regulation, and a bio-individual approach to fertility.

You'll Learn:

- How Olivia overcame unknown infertility while maintaining a career

- The truth about addressing fertility through foundational health aspects

- The transformative potential of pers...

FDNP Brenda Krohg—Biomedical Engineer and functional health advocate—explores her powerful journey through resolving prediabetes and achieving sustainable weight loss using functional labs. From facing a prediabetes diagnosis despite a healthy lifestyle to reversing her condition and reclaiming her energy, this conversation dives deep into holistic health and sustainable lifestyle changes.

Weight loss may be some people's initial goal, but it's actually focusing on true health that will naturally give the results, energy, confidence, and freedom that's desired (they're the "side effects"). This work isn’t just about numbers on a chart, it’s about having the ener...

Lana Kirtley—an inspiring Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner—explores her powerful journey through holistic health transformation. From uncovering root causes of fatigue, hormone imbalances, and digestive issues to bringing high-quality wellness care to rural women, this conversation dives deep into functional health support in non-urban communities and the body’s natural inclination toward health. 

She also discusses her passion for the many tools practitioners can use including the PEMF device called BEMER.

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FDN Practitioner Talisa Joelle—an inspiring Board-Certified Functional Health Practitioner, Herbalist, and Gut Health Coach—shares her powerful journey through overcoming chronic gut issues and discovering lasting recovery.

From her own struggles with an expensive and frustrating trial-and-error approach to developing a signature formula that offers hope and healing, this conversation dives deep into the holistic and functional strategies for gut health.

You'll Learn:

- How Talisa overcame chronic gut issues and found a permanent solution

- The truth about holistic and root cause approaches to gut health

- I...

In this episode, Evan and Deniece explore the intricacies of metabolism and weight loss.

Discover how hormones, sleep, nutrition, recovery, and movement all influence energy creation and usage in the body. This episode will help you understand the difference between weight loss and metabolic optimization. Learn why boosting or optimizing metabolism is essential for long-term weight management. You'll Learn:

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In this episode, Nicole Bell—an author, entrepreneur, and advocate for tick-borne and neurodegenerative diseases— shares her mission to change the diagnostic landscape for these debilitating conditions. She also tells her personal journey, highlighting her husband's misdiagnosis with a tick-borne illness and her drive to prevent others from suffering the same fate.

The discussion focuses on the role of vector-borne pathogens in chronic illnesses, the limitations of current testing methods, and how Galaxy Diagnostics offers a more accurate detection solution.

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Jennifer Hill—an expert in food sensitivity testing—shares her powerful journey through dietary transformation and holistic health.

From discovering the impact of dietary changes on her own health to helping others achieve similar transformations, this conversation dives deep into the role of personalized eating plans and overall wellness.

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FDNP Josh Saint explores his powerful journey through health transformation and resilience. From battling leptin resistance and overcoming emotional traumas to embracing circadian biology, Josh dives deep into holistic healing.

He experienced significant personal health challenges, including depression and fatigue, during a difficult period in his life, which motivated him to deepen his knowledge and tools in the health field. Josh emphasizes the importance of addressing not just physical health but also emotional and spiritual well-being.

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Dr. Matt Reddy—a seasoned Naturopathic physician with over 20 years of experience—explores his powerful journey through mastering health detoxification.

From the challenges of finding effective supplements to successfully incorporating cutting-edge Quicksilver Scientific products, this conversation dives deep into the intricacies of heavy metal detoxification.

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Dr. Lori Rose gives an overview of the Advance Immune System Health Course.

This course dives into the immune system anatomy and physiology, how other body systems contribute to immune health (digestive, nervous, blood sugar, endocannabinoid), and how to use lifestyle strategies, nutrition, herbs, and supplements to support the immune system. Prevention strategies as well as therapeutic strategies for innate and adaptive immune health are detailed, including strategies for long COVID and other chronic immune issues. CBC lab work assessment of immune health is also covered in this course. 

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Meet Sachi Sarin - a dedicated expert in functional health - to explore her transformative journey through understanding the connection between skin issues like acne and gut health.

From struggling with persistent acne to discovering the crucial role of digestive health, this conversation dives deep into holistic healing. Learn why proper functional testing is essential and how the right practitioner can guide you towards better health. If you're ready to understand how internal health mirrors on your skin, you're going to love this episode.

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Brooke Davis is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and owner of Elysian Women’s Wellness. Her expertise in managing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause through functional labs is effective.

Brooke shares how these tools help decode underlying dysfunction often overlooked by conventional medicine and offers insights into how women can regain their vitality without burning out. With a wealth of experience in women's health and a personalized approach using her Metabolic Optimization Method, Brooke provides practical takeaways for balancing hormones and enhancing well-being.

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Scott Tips—a veteran food-and-drug attorney and health-freedom activist—explores his impactful journey through legal advocacy and global health initiatives.

From his pioneering work as one of the first food-and-drug lawyers West of the Mississippi to leading the National Health Federation in its mission for consumer health freedom, this conversation dives deep into the fight against government and corporate overreach in health matters.

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Jeremy Malecha of Biocanic shares about the upcoming HIX conference, a cornerstone event designed to empower health practitioners with cutting-edge tools and skills to launch and enhance their practice. Jeremy shares the history and purpose of the HIX conference, detailing its unique approach to combining business mastery and health intelligence.

" This is the closest thing that we will ever do again to an FDN conference." - Detective Ev 

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Nicole Ritter, a wellness entrepreneur and FDN, dives deep into strategies for running a successful wellness business. The discussion covers the importance of automation, the effectiveness of sales funnels, and the power of webinars.

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In this episode, Tara Roscioli, a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and holistic health coach discusses how she transitioned from a career as an attorney to building a six-figure Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) business.

Key topics include the importance of having a specific niche, building community, providing value, and maintaining work-life balance. Tara also shares insights on her pricing, client in...

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Courtney Saye, a six-figure Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) practitioner, shares insights into her journey, including her transition from a high-paying career in finance to finding her passion in helping women with fertility issues through FDN. She discusses her personal motivations, business strategies, and the importance of finding a niche.

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In this episode, Detective Ev interviews Martha Lewis, a certified sleep expert and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. Martha shares her journey from obtaining a holistic nutrition degree in 2008 to building a successful six-figure business in sleep consultation. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, social media presence, and continuous learning.

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Jen Malecha, a distinguished Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) practitioner and business coach, shares her transformative journey in the health industry.

From personal health struggles like skin cancer and Hashimoto's to building a six-figure business, Jen shares her invaluable insights into the world of functional health and entrepreneurship.

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Christa Rebidue—an FDN Practitioner who helps women over 40 uncover the root causes of their fatigue so they can reclaim their energy and feel like themselves again— will explore her powerful journey through transformation and healing.

From being repeatedly dismissed by doctors to breaking down in tears after seeing her functional lab results, this conversation dives deep into Christa’s personal and professional experiences with chronic fatigue and how she now helps others escape the same trap. If you're ready to hear how someone turned being ignored into becoming an advocate and expert, you're going to love this e...

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In this episode Christy Westerfeld, Esq.—an attorney and legal resource for online entrepreneurs and coaches—explores the essential legal steps every health coach needs to take to protect their business and professional license.

From understanding the difference between coaching and practicing medicine to setting up the right legal documents, this conversation dives deep into the must-know legal foundations for health and wellness coaches. If you're ready to feel confident in your legal setup, you're going to love this episode.

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In this episode, we will delve into the clinical application of GLP-1 peptides for body composition, overall health, and longevity.

Key takeaways include the importance of adopting a systems-based approach to health issues, focusing on cellular health and function for desired outcomes, designing intelligent protocols that honor the body’s design, and addressing foundational health aspects such as nutrient availability, gut function, and toxicant burden.

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In this episode, Detective Ev sits down with Philip Haddad, a passionate advocate from the National Health Federation (NHF). Philip shares his lifelong involvement in the liberty movement and his recent dedication to health freedom.

Listeners will learn about NHF, how to get involved, and the current campaigns they're spearheading. This conversation delves into the urgent need for health freedom advocacy in these unprecedented times.

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In this episode, Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, sits down with Kimberly Rose— a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner— to explore the complexities and transformations in women's health, focusing on perimenopause and menopause. From Kimberly's personal challenges with endometriosis to the importance of proper nutrition and hormone replacement therapy, this conversation dives deep into how women can manage their health through various life stages.

If you're ready to hear how women can navigate and thrive during menopause, you're going to love this episode.

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Introducing FDN's new Advance Course: FDN Pediatric Supplementation Course

This training offers a deep dive into the principles of pediatric supplementation, equipping practitioners with safe, functional, and effective strategies for supporting children’s health. With a focus on weight- and age-based dosing, developmental needs, and practical safety protocols, we’ll explore how to tailor supplement strategies that align with a child’s unique physiology, functional lab data, and clinical presentation. Participants may leave confident in building pediatric protocols that reduce symptoms, optimize outcomes, and support long-term health.

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Renee Jahnke shares her journey of leaving a 26-year career that no longer brought her happiness. Taking two years to make this tough decision, she was filled with fear of the unknown. Despite the challenges, she prioritized her mental and physical well-being. We want to inspire others to realize that it's okay to abandon a successful career if it no longer fulfills you and to seek passion and fulfillment in life, even if it means making difficult changes.

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In this episode, we dive into the significance of stool testing and the GI-MAP for gut health. You will learn how stool testing helps pinpoint the root causes of your clients' symptoms, the widespread impact of gut dysfunction on various body areas, and why stool testing should be a fundamental part of investigating potential reasons for your clients' health issues.

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While hormone therapy is becoming wildly popular (and for good reason), taking hormones without testing could cause a wide variety of unpleasant or even harmful outcomes.

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast, Detective Ev discusses the ins and outs of how to properly utilize hormone therapy with guest Ricky Trigalo!

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This FDN Advanced Course is a comprehensive course that offers an in-depth look at the immune system anatomy and physiology, and how various body systems—digestive, nervous, blood sugar, endocannabinoid—play a role in immune health. Learn valuable lifestyle, nutritional, herbal, and supplementary strategies for boosting your immune system.

The course also covers prevention and therapeutic approaches for both innate and adaptive immune health, including insights into managing long COVID and other chronic immune challenges.

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Discover how coaches can enhance their businesses through email marketing and effective messaging. Mike reveals three key takeaways: generating new leads, growing your business & creating demand, and impacting more people.

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While diabetes is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions in the west, there IS hope for those struggling with this condition. In this episode, we're talking with Dr. Lara May about the multiple approaches one can take to help manage diabetes naturally.

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Do you need practical strategies to help your coaching grow and thrive a sustainable business? With a track record of successfully selling executive and career coaching services to both organizations and individuals, Joanna has now supported hundreds of coaches in building profitable, integrity-driven businesses through strategic marketing.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, aka Detective Ev, interviews Dan Moriarty, a third-generation herbalist, and Reed Davis, founder of FDN, about the development and benefits of the new Metabolic Rebalance supplement. Dan shares his extensive background in herbalism and the motivation behind creating a formula that addresses a wide range of health challenges. The discussion covers the adaptogenic herbs used in the supplement, how it helps balance various physiological systems, and its unique formulation process. Listeners also hear about the practical applications, dosing recommendations, and the synergistic effects of...

Cancer is one of the scariest diagnoses one can get, and even those who are most dedicated to natural protocols might find themselves at a crossroad if they were to receive such a diagnosis. Where is the middle ground, though? We all intuitively know that cancer care should not be addressed with either Western medicine or natural medicine by themselves, but too often it’s unclear where the line gets drawn.

Our guest for this episode, Heather Cooan, is an expert on bridging these two worlds, and works with clients everyday who find themselves wanting the best of...

In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Rachel Varga, a double board-certified aesthetic nurse specialist. Rachel discusses the intricate relationship between skin health and internal well-being, highlighting how emotional stressors and lifestyle choices impact the skin. The conversation delves into psoriasis, eczema, and acne, emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying issues such as oxidative stress and emotional balance. Rachel also shares insights on effective skincare routines, blue and red light therapies, and her philosophy of treating the skin holistically. Listeners get a chance to learn about Rachel's recommended products and the importance of metabolic and psychological...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, dives into the complexities of food sensitivity testing with a focus on the Mediator Release Test (MRT). Evan elaborates on the importance of understanding various immune responses to foods, differentiates between food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities, and presents a strong case for using MRT testing. Listeners will also hear about the upcoming Holistic Health Week, featuring over 30 live interviews with health experts. Additionally, real-life client examples illustrate how pinpointing food sensitivities can significantly impact health and wellness.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Dr. Michelle Jorgensen, an internationally recognized author, speaker, and pioneer in holistic dentistry. Dr. Michelle shares her journey from practicing conventional dentistry to becoming ill from mercury exposure and transforming into a holistic health practitioner. The conversation dives deep into the hidden dangers of mercury fillings and root canals, the impact of oral health on overall wellness, and practical steps for maintaining dental health. Dr. Michelle also shares  patient testimonials, discusses the latest in dental technology, and previews her upcoming b...

In this milestone episode of the Health Detective Podcast, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Dr. Carol Laurie, a seasoned naturopath, acupuncturist, and homeopath with over three decades of experience. The episode emphasizes the complexity of cancer as a metabolic disease and the critical role of mindset and emotional health in treatment and recovery. Dr. Laurie shares her unique approach to integrative breast cancer care, focusing on reducing side effects, promoting emotional wellness, and decreasing recurrence risks. 

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In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert on the benefits of turmeric!

Dr. Shivani shares her journey from fighting chronic illness with traditional medicine to embracing Ayurveda's holistic philosophy. She explains the principles of Ayurveda, including the dosha system and its impact on health. She dives into the extensive benefits of turmeric, highlighting its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral properties. Dr. Shivani also provides practical advice on how to incorporate turmeric into daily life for both chronic and acute inflammation management.

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Dr. Lori Rose has a PhD in biology. She’s a board certified nutrition professional (CNP), board certified holistic nutrition consultant (BCHN), certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner (FDN-P), board registered herbalist (RH-AHG), and board certified wellness coach (NBC-HWC).

Dr. Lori is also a wife, mom, life-long learner, and beloved teacher of Health Coaching Mastery and multiple other FDN Advanced courses. She is known for teaching valuable, science-backed content in a way that’s easy to understand and apply.

The insights you gain from her coaching sessions are profound and will provide you with the skills you n...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Dr. Eric Balcavage, a functional medicine practitioner and chiropractor. Dr. Eric shares what he believes to be the most common causes of hypothyroidism, the impact of the cell danger response on thyroid health, and the very promising future for clients/patients who have this condition and dedicate themselves to lifestyle changes. 

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Yup, you read it right. After well over a decade of training practitioners, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition has developed it's very own supplement. As a supplement critic of sorts, our founder, Reed Davis, would NEVER put his name anywhere near something he didn't consider to be exceptional. In this episode of The Health Detective Podcast, you are going to get a science-based masterclass on why the FDN supplement is just that - exceptional. Grab your notebooks and enjoy! This one is a doozy. 

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In this episode, hosts Reed Davis and Dr. Gonshor dive into a fascinating study on how microbiome diversity protects against pathogens through nutrient blocking. Dr. Gonshor elaborates on recent research highlighting the dynamic nature of gut microbiota and its protective role by edging out disease-causing microorganisms via competition for nutrients.

The discussion transitions into an elaborate exploration of time-restricted eating (TRE) and its implications on weight loss and m...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, welcomes holistic health coach and bodyworker Jennifer Lazar. Jennifer shares her insights on identifying root causes of chronic pain, the crucial role of nerve function and musculature alignment, and advocating for one's health. Evan and Jennifer also touch on effects of strength training and proper body alignment. 

We pretty much guarantee that you'll hear something in this podcast you've never heard before!

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, sits down with Katie Stewart, a registered holistic nutritionist, CEO of KSW Inc., and founder of the Clear Skin Solution. Katie shares her journey from battling cystic acne to discovering that skin issues are often just the external manifestation of internal issues.

Ev and Kate also discuss Katie's five acne-clearing pillars: gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, emotional wellbeing, and nourishing skincare. They also discuss something that's not brought up nearly enough, which is how one's mental health is implicated...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Chris Burres, a visionary scientist and founder of My Vital C. Chris talks about the groundbreaking ESS60 molecule, famous for extending the lifespan of lab rats by 90%. The discussion covers the molecule's potential health benefits, including improved mental focus, energy, and sleep, as well as its theoretical anti-aging mechanisms. Chris also touches on safety, recommended dosages, and ongoing human studies. 

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Dr. Amy Divaraniya, the CEO and founder of Oova, a women's health platform focused on quantitative hormonal analysis. Dr. Divaraniya shares her personal journey through infertility and how it led to the creation of Oova.

Ev and Dr. Divaraniya also dive into the importance of personalized, real-time hormone monitoring and its applications across different phases of women's health, from fertility to menopause. Finally, Dr. Divaraniya explains how practitioners and patients can use Oova's data for more informed healthcare...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, welcomes a legend in the health coaching space, Yuri Elkaim, a former pro athlete, leading health expert, and renowned business coach. Evan discusses the importance of mindset and specialization in growing a successful health business. Yuri shares his journey from battling an autoimmune condition to helping thousands of health practitioners scale their online businesses.Yuri also explains why narrowing your target market is crucial, and how to effectively blend expertise with business acumen for long-term success. 

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, welcomes guest Kery Knutson, a certified nutritional therapy practitioner, wellness coach, and yoga teacher. Kery shares her personal journey and challenges with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS). The conversation delves into the importance of filtering our indoor air, ditching toxic fragrances and detergents, and the nuanced differences between the condition being a brain-related issue versus being 'all in your head.' Kiri also opens up about empowering others through her family's health food store and her podcast, Holistic Health Heroes. 

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In this episode, the discussion dives deep into the metabolic efficacy of time-restricted eating (TRE) in adults, showing how it can improve metabolic health in both non-obese and overweight individuals. Hosts Dr. Gonshor and Reed Davis analyze recent studies demonstrating the benefits of TRE on weight loss, insulin sensitivity, and glycemic control, irrespective of food preferences and quality. The episode also provides a significant update on GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide, examining their effectiveness in weight reduction and cardiovascular health improvement, along with potential side effects and broader applications. The hosts encourage integrating TRE and pharmaceutical advancements with lifestyle...

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In this episode of The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, and FDN Clinical Advisor, Paula Reed, are analzying a Stress and Hormone profile live! They'll be covering multiple different hormone markers that were submitted by the client through a set of saliva samples. This episode is much better when watched as opposed to just listened to, so make sure to watch the YouTube version by clicking the link above.

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In this heartfelt episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, welcomes Michelle Reittinger, a passionate public speaker, author, and mentor who has completely recovered from bipolar disorder. Michelle shares her harrowing 12-year battle with the condition, culminating in a transformative integrative approach that changed her life. From the depths of manic and depressive episodes, suicide attempts, and countless medications, Michelle found a path to true healing through micronutrition, personal responsibility, and addressing root causes. This episode also explores the importance of setting healthy boundaries, supporting loved ones with mental health...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, sits down with Jennifer Woodward, a women's hormonal health expert, FDN, and, as of recently, an author!

Jennifer discusses her new book, Easy Perimenopause: The Essential Guide to Modern Midlife, and covers everything from the importance of animal protein to whether or not bioidentical hormone therapy could be right for you. Jennifer is one of our most beloved guests on the show, and her energy is contagious! We highly recommend catching this on YouTube if you can by clicking...

In this episode of Science Matters, Reed and Dr. Aron Gonshor delve into the latest research on the gut microbiome, mild cognitive impairment, and the impact of probiotics. They discuss a recent double-blind, placebo-controlled study that highlights the significant role of gut bacteria in cognitive function among middle-aged and older adults. Additionally, Dr. Gonshor revisits topics from previous episodes, including RNA therapeutics and CRISPR technology, underscoring their potential to revolutionize medical treatments. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the show by submitting questions and suggested topics as the space of scientific discovery continues to grow.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, chats with Derick Gant, a renowned financial advisor, high-performance coach, author, and motivational speaker. Derick shares his insights on achieving financial freedom, living authentically, and maintaining balance in key areas of life including finance, fitness, mindset, spirituality, and relationships. Highlighting his "24K Life" philosophy, Derick provides practical tips on personal development, accountability, and financial management. You will learn the importance of goal setting, understanding one's motivations, and the power of community support in driving success.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev interviews Greg The Hydrogen Man!

Greg opens up about his incredible journey from facing serious health challenges, including tumors, autoimmune issues, and a heart condition, to completely turning things around with molecular hydrogen therapy. They break down the science behind hydrogen therapy and how it can support anti-aging, protect against EMF radiation, and even boost fertility. Greg also highlights the importance of clean water and shares the best practices and tools for safely using hydrogen.

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In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Rachel Varga, a double board-certified aesthetic nurse specialist, about the importance of toxic-free skincare and overall skin health. Rachel shares her insights on using the right skincare products and integrating lifestyle changes to achieve radiant skin. They also discuss the potential impacts of oxidative stress, environmental toxins, and modern lifestyle on our skin. Additionally, Rachel provides practical tips and strategies for maintaining healthy, youthful skin while navigating today’s challenging health landscape.

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In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA Detective Ev, interviews Alissabeth Taylor, a traditionally trained nurse turned Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner.

Alissabeth shares her journey from conventional nursing to embracing holistic wellness after facing her own and her family's health challenges. She talks about the specific modalities and testing methods that healed her family's health challenges, and also dives into contributing factors to chronic gut issues.

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In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, interviews Marek Doyle, a functional nutritional therapist based in London. Marek shares insights from his 19 years in the field, focusing on how he uses Organic Acids Testing and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) to tackle complex chronic health issues. The discussion delves into Marek's unique approach to interpreting these tests, highlighting their importance in predicting health outcomes and personalizing treatments. 

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, interviews Lana, the founder of Conscious Concierge. Lana shares her personal journey overcoming severe health issues including panic attacks and digestive problems through holistic modalities after years of relying on western medicine.

She also discusses what led her to the creation of Conscious Concierge, a service that helps individuals navigate and connect with various holistic health practitioners and alternative therapies tailored to their unique needs. 

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In this episode of the Health Detective podcast, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, interviews Bria Gadd, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer. The discussion focuses on the impact of gut health, hormone balancing, thyroid panels, and the importance of energy management. Bria outlines a five-step approach to combat health challenges, especially for women over 35, and emphasizes the value of personalized diagnostics such as the DUTCH Test and thyroid panels. 

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In this episode, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, interviews Sandy Martin, founder of the Biohacker Expo. Prior to founding the expo, Sandy was hosting completely different types of conferences. It was only when a severe and rapid mold illness took over her brain and body that she got into the worlds of functional medicine and biohacking. We are so proud and privileged to have partnered with her to host our first ever East Coast FDN Conference!

To join us for the conference, go to BiohackerExpo.com and use code "HDP" at checkout to get 50% off your...

In this introductory session, Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), and Education Director Elizabeth Gaines, provide an overview of the FDN philosophy and methodology. They discuss the mission of FDN to help people get well and stay well naturally by identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues. The session includes a sneak peek into the FDN course, emphasizing the importance of multiple labs to uncover metabolic chaos and detailing the DRESS for Health Success program. Reed and Elizabeth also highlight the significance of emotional freedom and personal satisfaction for practitioners in helping clients achieve better...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, interviews Kimberly Rose, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and the founder of Kimberly Rose Wellness. Kimberly shares her personal health journey, dealing with severe digestive and immune symptoms, and how she found solutions through functional lab testing. They discuss the importance of specific types of testing, such as GI maps and hormone panels, the use of CGMs (continuous glucose monitors) for non-diabetics, the significant role of food as medicine, and the psychological aspects of healing. The conversation provides valuable insights into holistic health, preventative care...

In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev sits down with intuitive and integrative family nurse practitioner, Debra Maragopoulos, to delve into the critical role of the hypothalamus in overall health.

The episode covers Debra's personal journey into functional medicine, the importance of supporting hypothalamic function, as well as specific ways to do so. In addition, they discuss genetic predispositions, the influence of circadian rhythms, and actionable tips for maintaining optimal health.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, welcomes back Dr. Aron Gonshor. The episode features an in-depth overview of the Metabolic Wellness Profile.

Dr. Gonshor explains the importance of protein digestion, liver detoxification, and oxidative stress. He details how indican, bile acids, and 8 OH DG levels in dried urine can reveal critical health insights. The episode concludes with a lively Q&A session, addressing various concerns and topics raised by the listeners.

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In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, host Evan Transue, AKA, Detective Ev, talks with Rick Ornelas, a nationally recognized executive advisor, best-selling author, and founder of I Spark Change. This motivational discussion delves into Rick's life-changing near-death experience and family tragedies that led him on a path of helping others. Rick shares how spirituality, personal responsibility, and health optimization have become essential components of his life.

The conversation also covers Rick's recent venture, Revive Biohacking, a center dedicated to using science and technology to optimize health naturally. Additionally, he introduces his...