Is it really perimenopause, or just stress, habits, and thyroid shifts at play? In this episode, Erin is debriefing her 6-month thyroid and hormone protocol experiment.

After noticing changes in mood, cycle irregularities, fatigue, and PMS, she decided to run a full panel of labs, including thyroid markers, sex hormones, a DUTCH test, and a GI-MAP stool test.

Erin breaks down exactly what her labs revealed, the protocols she implemented, and the results she’s experienced that have shifted her energy, mood, and cycles.

Her biggest takeaway? Protocols aren’t one-size-fits-all. With the right testing, lifestyle shifts, and targeted support, you can move from feeling “off” to feeling like yourself again.

If you’re looking for 1:1 functional support, apply to work 1:1.

In this episode:

• Why a “normal” TSH doesn’t always mean your thyroid is working optimally, plus the key marker Erin found functionally low
• Erin’s favorite supplements to support thyroid conversion, adrenal resilience, and hormone balance
• Why lifestyle habits, stress, and resiliency matter just as much as labs when addressing hormone health
• The surprising supplement Erin stopped and what she replaced it with that made a “night and day” difference
• Why so many people assume “hormone protocol” automatically means HRT – that’s not always the case!

Applications are now open for the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy.

Erin’s FREE Hormone Food Guide

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Episode 357: Before You Jump to HRT - What Your Perimenopause Symptoms Might Really Mean

Episode 368: Perimenopause Isn’t Just About Hormones: What Every Perimenopausal Woman Should Know Before Starting HRT with Dr. Deanna Minich 

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Functional medicine isn't broken, but in a world of quick-fix protocols and “labs first funnels”, it's time for the next evolution of wellness for both practitioners and patients.

In today’s solo episode, Erin is sharing a solutions-focused perspective which builds on the strengths of systems biology and root-cause thinking, expanding care to include the nervous system, trauma, and lived human experience. By weaving together labs with client storytelling, science with discernment, and clinical skill with true coaching, Erin’s framework has the power to strengthen the industry from the inside out.

Intuitive Functional Medicine™ doesn't replace functional medicine. It expands on it, and more than ever, we need practitioners ready to step into this deeper work.

Learn more about the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™ and apply today!

• The current state of the functional medicine industry, and why overemphasis on labs and protocols creates more problems than solutions
• How the new wave of complex, highly educated clients is changing the industry
• What the “nocebo effect” is and how it undermines healing in functional medicine
• Why Intuitive Functional Medicine™ weaves in the nervous system, trauma, and belief systems
• Real-world examples of how blending science with client storytelling leads to deeper results

Resources mentioned:

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Check out our free masterclass for practitioners on Functional Lab Testing.

Episode 321: Neurobiology of Chronic Conditions

Episode 326: Has Functional Medicine Created More Problems Than Solutions?

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Curious about what it’s really like to join The Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™ (FNA)? You’re about to hear from four inspiring FNA graduates, including a chiropractor, nurse practitioner, clinical nutritionist, and a masters in nutrition. Each of them took the leap and radically transformed their practices, confidence, and careers through Erin’s signature 14-month program!

You’ll hear how FNA helped them bridge the gap between theory and implementation, feel confident interpreting labs, deliver better client outcomes, and grow sustainable, values-aligned businesses.

This episode will give you a clear look at what’s possible inside of the The Funk’tional Nutrition Academy™ mentorship and becoming a Functional Health Practitioner - Certified (FHP-C)™.

Curious about joining FNA? Apply now for our upcoming cohort. Spots are filling fast!

In this episode:

• How FNA helps licensed pros from all backgrounds (not just RDs!) master functional testing and clinical decision-making
• What it’s like to get mentorship on real client cases, including 1:1s and case studies with seasoned mentors
• Why business coaching is embedded in the FNA curriculum (and how it’s helping grads leave jobs they hate)
• The mindset shifts required to launch or grow a sustainable private practice
• What finally convinced each of these grads to stop waiting and go all in on their dreams

Applications are now open for the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy.

Apply to work with us 1:1 here!

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Forget botox and retinol. Peptides are changing the game in skincare longevity, and for the past six months, Erin’s best-kept skincare secret has been a science-backed line that doesn’t just improve how skin looks. It actually helps reverse its biological age!

In this episode, we’re uncovering ALL the groundbreaking research on peptides with OneSkin co-founder, scientist, and healthy aging advocate, Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD.

Instead of quick fixes or invasive treatments, Carolina explains how their proprietary OS-1 peptide targets “zombie cells” (senescent cells) that accelerate skin aging and inflammation, helping restore healthier, more resilient skin.

From reversing fine lines and wrinkles to supporting scalp and hair vitality, this episode applies a functional approach to skincare to help you look and feel better at every age.

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Getting your labs done can feel empowering. FINALLY, you can have hard data about what’s going on inside your body.

But want to know the truth? Those results alone rarely create transformation. In this episode, Erin is talking all about Function Health, a direct-to-consumer lab testing company founded by Dr. Mark Hyman. She breaks down exactly what you get, and why it’s valuable if you’re serious about improving your health.

There can be major advantages of this kind of testing (think comprehensive biomarker panels, functional medicine interpretation, and the ability to track trends over time), but even the best labs won’t move the needle without a plan for integration.

Tune in to learn about Erin’s “Information + Integration = Transformation” framework, along with real-world client examples to show how coaching, mindset shifts, and consistent action are the true game changers. 

• The #1 misconception about comprehensive lab testing
• How Function Health’s biomarker panels stack up against traditional testing and why Erin thinks it’s a smart idea for certain people
• The key difference between conventional reference ranges and functional medicine’s optimal ranges (and why this matters for early intervention!)
• Erin’s “Information + Integration = Transformation” framework for turning knowledge into lasting behavior change
• How Erin’s client shifted from red flags in their blood work to coaching and lifestyle shifts to spark change

Resources mentioned:

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Applications are now open for the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy.

Episode 212: A Functional Medicine Approach to Labs

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It’s time to uncover what's ACTUALLY going on in your gut! Are you stuck in the cycle of treating SIBO over and over, only to have your symptoms return? Today, Erin and Rachel Heintz, MS, RDN, are revealing the most common reasons that keep people stuck in the SIBO loop, including why standard protocols and restrictive diets often miss the mark, and the deeper, more nuanced reasons SIBO recurs. 

You'll learn what your stool test might be trying to tell you, how stress and low stomach acid sabotage gut healing, and the critical roles bile flow, mineral status, and even meal timing play in your recovery.

Whether you're dealing with persistent bloating, IBS-like symptoms, or have been told you just need “another round of antibiotics”, this conversation will help you finally move forward.

In this episode:

• Why low stomach acid and bile flow are two of the biggest root causes of recurring SIBO 
• Grazing all day might be sabotaging your gut's natural cleaning system (the Migrating Motor Complex)
• The surprising role of serotonin and mineral imbalances in gut motility and chronic constipation
• What your breath test and stool test can and can’t reveal about your gut health
• Why SIBO won't truly resolve unless you address large intestine dysbiosis, immune function, and structural issues like valve dysfunction or surgical adhesions

Join Erin’s Masterclass on August 14th for just $77! How to Turn 1:1 Client Wins into a Scalable Group Program

Applications are now open for the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy.

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Is AI coming for your job? Erin tackles this pressing question head-on in a thought-provoking episode designed to help you navigate the rise of AI with clarity and confidence. Instead of reacting from fear, you'll learn how to lean into what makes your work truly irreplaceable (like your presence, intuition, clinical insight, and the ability to facilitate real transformation!)

Erin breaks down how buyer behavior has evolved, why information alone no longer sells, and what this means for those building programs, writing content, or delivering client services. Surface-level strategies just won’t cut it anymore. 

Whether you’re just starting your practice or leading a growing team, this episode will re-ground you in the skills and mindset needed to thrive and stand out in an increasingly noisy and AI-influenced space.

• How consumer behavior has shifted toward craving transformation over info-packed courses
• The 4 essential focus areas you must make to futureproof your business and stay relevant in the age of AI
• How overreliance on AI can damage the reputation of functional medicine if misused for lab analysis and protocols
• Erin’s tips and tricks on designing experiences that are rooted in your own voice, values, and client success stories
• Why presence, intuition, and clinical mentorship are irreplaceable in delivering care that changes lives

Join Erin’s Masterclass on August 14th for just $77! How to Turn 1:1 Client Wins into a Scalable Group Program

Applications are now open for the fall 2025 cohort of Funk’tional Nutrition Academy.

What if your burnout is not because you're doing too much, but because you're not doing enough of the stuff that lights you up and makes you feel alive?

In this energizing solo episode, Erin is reframing burnout through the lens of disconnection: from your creativity, your joy, and your unique voltage. 

If you’re a high-achieving practitioner feeling the weight of 1:1 work and wondering how to scale your impact without losing the soul of what you do, this episode introduces the power of group programs. There’s no better way to give more people access to you and your inner genius.

And Erin is hosting a special 90 minute masterclass on August 14th to help you package up your protocols, insights, and client wins into your next creation, with no fluff. This is a jam-packed session for anyone ready to teach, lead, and create from a place of alignment. Sign up here!

In this episode:

• Why traditional burnout advice misses the mark, and what your energy body has to do with healing
• The critical difference between empathy and compassion (one quietly leads to emotional depletion!)
• How Erin scaled her business by following her inner voltage rather than just tactics
• The signs that you’re running on someone else’s power source instead of your own
• Why group programs should NEVER be created using AI tools like ChatGPT, and how your energy impacts the experience
• PLUS, thoughtful journal prompts to reconnect to yourself

When you ignore your own boundaries, your body will set them FOR you – through burnout, hormonal dysfunction, autoimmune flare-ups, and chronic fatigue. So if you’ve ever pushed your needs aside “just for now,” consider this your compassionate wake-up call. 

In this live call from the Your Hormone Revival program, Erin delivers a tough-love, no-shame framework for your health journey so you can reclaim your vitality, learn how to say no, prioritize yourself, and heal at the root level.

Erin highlights the powerful (and often overlooked) mindset shifts that create lasting results, like the difference between intention and commitment, and how subconscious stressors sneak into your system.

You’ll also get access to a game-changing visualization exercise to anchor your goals.

• Why symptoms like fatigue, burnout, and autoimmune flare-ups are your body’s way of enforcing boundaries you haven’t set for yourself
• The 7 hidden, subconscious stressors (like hyper-responsibility and the inability to say no), that silently drive hormonal chaos
• A guided visualization exercise designed to uncover your deepest blocks and clarify your future vision
• The critical difference between “setting an intention” and “making a commitment”
• Actionable tools for setting energetic and time boundaries so you can prioritize your healing - even when life feels too full or chaotic!

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be a powerful tool, but it’s just one piece of the perimenopause puzzle.

In this episode, Erin is talking to renowned nutrition scientist and functional medicine expert Dr. Deanna Minich to challenge the “HRT or bust” narrative, diving into the deeper systems involved (like your gut, liver, and brain!) and how they shape your hormonal experience.

Dr. Minich introduces a root-cause framework that prioritizes the health of the entire endocrine system, not just hormone levels in isolation. You’ll learn about the five pillars of hormone processing (synthesis, transport, activation, metabolism, and excretion), the emerging role of endocrine disruptors, and why starting with gut health and detox pathways is essential before jumping into hormone therapy.

If you’re hormone-curious, this conversation will expand your understanding, AND your options.

In this episode:

• Why jumping straight into hormone replacement therapy might bypass the real issues, like a dysfunctional endocrine system
• The critical role of the HPTA-GLOA Axis and how it regulates your mood, your metabolism, detoxification, and inflammation
• How to support the full hormone cascade (not just estrogen/progesterone)
• A bold parallel between today’s HRT marketing and the diet fads of the '90s
• How maca supports hormonal balance, especially when symptoms don’t require or respond to HRT