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Exploring what Holistic Wellness Means to Me
Today I launched the very first Wellness with Vanda podcast episode! In this episode I’m sharing what holistic wellness means to me and why I chose “wellness” for my branding. One of the concepts I delve into is the profound influence our thoughts have on our overall wellbeing. We live in an era where the mind-body connection is no longer a mysterious concept but a well-established fact. It’s not just about being disease-free; wellness is about complete physical, mental, and social well-being. I discuss traditional and functional medicine, underscoring the importance of setting long-term health goals. Traditional medicine tends to focus on treating diseases after they occur, whereas functional medicine…
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Reviewing Blood Work with a Functional Medicine Lens
When I work with clients, I typically recommend that they get some functional lab testing done; I always recommend HTMA testing and sometimes DUTCH testing. I feel that these tests give us the necessary data to make a truly customized plan for them to reach their goal of being hormonally balanced. But, what I’ve heard from several members of my community is that the cost of functional lab testing prevents them from working with me inside my program. I’ve also heard a strong desire to be able to utilize insurance to cover part of the costs. This is where the use of blood labs can be so beneficial. A client…
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