The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition

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• How to Build a Bulletproof Health Coaching Business | Multiple Income Streams, FDN & Time Freedom 03.07.2026 1ชม. 30นาที

  Michele Scarlet shares how she built a resilient Functional Diagnostic Nutrition business by creating multiple streams of income after overcoming business setbacks, COVID, personal health challenges, and unexpected life changes. Learn practical strategies for scaling a Health Coaching practice through premium coaching, group programs, recurring memberships, digital products, corporate wellness, and Functional Lab Testing while creating more time freedom, financial stability, and long-term business success.
• Why Chronic Bloating Keeps Coming Back | The Functional Gut & Hormone Strategy That Finally Worked 25.06.2026 42นาที

  FDN Practitioner Becca Chilczenkowski shares how a complex case of chronic bloating, H. pylori, parasites, hormone imbalance, fatigue, reflux, and digestive dysfunction was transformed using Functional Diagnostic Nutrition principles. Learn why rebuilding digestive capacity, supporting the immune system, optimizing hormone health, regulating the nervous system, and addressing root causes created lasting results. A must-listen for health coaches, Functional Health Practitioners, and anyone seeking sustainable solutions for chronic gut and hormone challenges. REGISTER FOR THE BUSINESS BUILDER CHALLENGE NOW ⤵️ ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for education only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes.
• 5 Years of Acid Reflux & Stomach Pain, Gone: The Root Cause Her Doctors Kept Missing 18.06.2026 30นาที

  In this episode of The Health Detective Podcast, host Michele Scarlet talks with Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner Jessica Washington, founder of The Gut Healing Ninja, about the real root causes behind chronic acid reflux, heartburn, bloating, nausea, and stomach pain. After five years of failed PPIs, restrictive low FODMAP diets, a SIBO label, and an H. pylori test that came back negative, Jessica finally got answers through functional lab work, including the GI Map. The conversation covers why upper-gut symptoms like reflux and gastritis often start outside the stomach, why a negative H. pylori test does not always mean you are in the clear, what standard testing misses, and the gut-brain connection that keeps so many people stuck in symptom-management mode. If you have been searching for the root cause of your reflux or heartburn, or you are a health coach or practitioner curious about functional lab testing and the FDN approach, this episode is for you.
• Why Health Coaches Need More Than Functional Medicine | Reed Davis Explains FDN 11.06.2026 45นาที

  Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), joins Michele Scarlet to discuss why true Root Cause Healing requires more than diagnoses, supplements, biohacks, or symptom-focused protocols. Reed shares the origins of FDN, explains the concept of Metabolic Chaos, and breaks down the D.R.E.S.S. framework Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress Reduction, and Supplementation as the foundation for lasting health transformation. Together, they explore Functional Lab Testing, hidden stressors, Natural Healing, peptides, biohacking, and why practitioners must focus on healing principles rather than chasing symptoms. This episode is essential listening for Health Coaches, Functional Health Practitioners, alternative medicine practitioners, and anyone interested in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, Functional Wellness, and building a successful root-cause-focused health practice.
• Don't Wait Until You Graduate: Build Your FDN Client Waitlist Now 04.06.2026 43นาที

  Most new FDN Practitioners believe they need to wait until certification before they can start attracting clients. In this episode, Jenn Malecha explains why building a successful practice starts long before graduation. Michele Scarlet and Jenn discuss how FDN trainees, Health Coaches, and Functional Health Practitioners can begin creating visibility, building trust, and developing a client waitlist while still completing their Practitioner Training. From leveraging your own health journey and Functional Lab Testing experience to using authentic conversations, referral partnerships, and discovery calls, this episode offers practical strategies for client acquisition without relying on complicated marketing systems. If you’re wondering how to get your first clients, build confidence, and transition smoothly from certification into practice, this conversation is packed with actionable business insights for growing a thriving Functional Health business.
• Joint Pain, Psoriasis & Hormones Healed as ER Nurse Practitioner Moves Toward Functional Nursing | Connie Wade 28.05.2026 35นาที

  RN, Nurse Practitioner, and FDNP Connie Wade joins Michele Scarlet to share how she healed her own psoriasis, joint pain, reflux, and hormone imbalance after 25 years in the ER and a doctor who told her she was not ”sick enough” to treat. This episode covers the functional labs that finally explained her symptoms, the gut and hormone findings behind her joint pain and skin issues, the impact of 20 plus years of night shift on her cortisol, and why she chose to keep working in the ER while building a functional nursing practice on the side. If you feel dismissed by conventional medicine, or you are a nurse quietly exploring functional health as a career path, this conversation will change how you view your symptoms, your options, and what real healing looks like.
• Why You're Still Tired After Doing Everything Right | Cellular Energy & Burnout w/ Sarah Ball 21.05.2026 52นาที

  Doing all the right things, clean diet, supplements, protocols, functional labs, and still feel exhausted, bloated, and burnt out? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. FDN practitioner Sarah Ball breaks down why your protocols aren’t working and the cellular energy piece most practitioners miss.
• Gut Health, IBS & Anxiety to Building Freedom | How healing her gut led her to building a thriving functional medicine practice 14.05.2026 52นาที

  If you have been struggling with IBS, anxiety, burnout, or unexplained symptoms and feel like conventional medicine keeps letting you down, this episode is for you. And if you are a health coach or aspiring functional medicine practitioner who wants to build a practice with real time freedom and financial freedom, keep reading because this one covers both. This week on the Health Detective Podcast, how one woman went from burnt out corporate executive to running a thriving functional medicine practice helping over 500 women around the world. In this episode you will learn: → How healing your gut can directly impact your anxiety, immune system, and hormone health AND business.→ The connection between leaky gut and leaky boundaries and why fixing one can help fix the other→ Why antibiotics, chronic stress, and a poor diet create a cycle of illness that conventional medicine rarely addresses→ How genetics affect your ability to detox, convert vitamin D, and manage estrogen and what you can do about it→ What functional diagnostic nutrition is and why it gets results when nothing else has worked→ How to build a health coaching practice with automated workflows, multiple revenue streams, and clients who are ready to invest→ Why you do not need a perfect program to take your first client and how to start before you feel ready Whether you are searching for answers to your own gut health journey or looking for a clear path to building a functional medicine business that supports the life you actually want, this conversation will show you what is possible when you stop managing symptoms and start addressing root causes.   ✦ Ready to build a functional medicine practice with time freedom and financial freedom built in?   FDN's BIGGEST event of the year, Summer Open House is officially open for registration.   See exactly how practitioners around the world are creating thriving practices with the tools, automation, and community to make it sustainable.🔗 Save your free spot: http://fdntraining.com/soh26   Connect with our Raewyn:🌐 gutsyexecutivecoach.com📲 instagram.com/raewyn.gutsynutrition   ⚕ Medical Disclaimer: The content shared on the Health Detective Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, supplement routine, or health plan. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not constitute a diagnosis, treatment, or cure for any health condition.
• Bloating, Rosacea, Eczema & Food Sensitivities: What’s Actually Causing It? 07.05.2026 38นาที

  Women don’t randomly develop bloating, food sensitivities, rosacea, eczema, hormone issues, and chronic inflammation overnight. But most are never told how connected these symptoms actually are. In this episode, Michele Scarlet sits down with Elizabeth Aylor to unpack her personal health transformation after years of severe gut dysfunction, histamine intolerance, hormone imbalance, skin flare-ups, food reactions, and losing her cycle for over seven years. After trying nearly every diet imaginable; including keto, carnivore, vegan, raw vegan, and strict gut-healing protocols. Nothing truly worked until she stopped chasing symptoms and started addressing the deeper stressors driving them. This episode dives into: histamine intolerance bloating and food sensitivities eczema and rosacea gut dysfunction and detox pathways hormone imbalance and missing periods mold toxicity and chronic inflammation why extreme diets often backfire If you feel like your body is reacting to everything, this episode will help you understand why.Want to learn how practitioners investigate cases like THIS using advanced functional lab testing? Join us for Clinical Summit Week, May 11–15:https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/op/sm/?utm_source=organicsocial&utm_medium=HDP&utm_campaign=May2026Connect with Elizabeth:YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@elizabethaylorfitnessInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/elizabethaylorfitnessFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.aylor.1 Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@elizabethaylorfitness?lang=enDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice. Always consult your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or healthcare plan.
• Brain Mapping: A New Language for Mental Health 30.04.2026 48นาที

  Dr. Steven Rondeau has conducted over 50,000 qEEG (quantitative EEG) brain scans, building one of the largest pattern recognition datasets in mental health. In this episode, we break down how brain patterns show up in anxiety, ADHD, trauma, mood instability, cognitive issues, and why some clients do not respond to standard protocols. This conversation shifts the lens from symptoms to patterns and what those patterns reveal about the brain. We cover:• Brain map patterns linked to anxiety, ADHD, and trauma• How nervous system dysregulation shows up in qEEG data• Why clients stay stuck despite doing everything right• How pattern recognition improves assessment and outcomesConnect with Dr Steven Rondeau:Website: https://axoneegsolutions.com/learn-more/Book: https://www.thinklikeabrain.com/ If this conversation got you thinking about brain patterns, the next step is understanding what is driving them. At Clinical Summit Week (May 11–15), Pam Helmly breaks down the M2 NeuroFocus lab and how neurotransmitter patterns connect to stress, metabolism, and why clients feel wired, anxious, or burned out. Join us for the free training:http://www.fdntraining.com/clinicalsummit26 Dr. Steven Rondeau is not a speaker at this event.     Medical DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health or treatment.
• Parasites Aren’t the Root Cause: What Practitioners Are Missing 23.04.2026 17นาที

  Parasites, bacterial overgrowth, and gut infections are often treated as the starting point of dysfunction, but what if they're not? In this episode, Michele breaks down a clinical perspective on gut health that goes beyond identifying pathogens and focuses on the environment that allows them to exist. You’ll hear how practitioners can get pulled into marker-based thinking, why validation matters without over-identifying the problem, and how poor sequencing can lead to stalled progress or recurring symptoms. This episode also explores the concept of capacity through the lens of the Vital Reserve, and why antimicrobial protocols require more from the body than we often consider. If you’ve had cases that improve but don’t hold, or clients who react poorly to the “right” protocol, this will help you think more clearly about timing, readiness, and the bigger picture. Join us for Clinical Summit Week | May 11–12, 2026A free clinical event for practitioners and coaches ready to deepen their knowledge of Advanced Lab interpretation. 👉 Click here to register:http://www.fdntraining.com/clinicalsummit26This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health protocol.
• Why Injuries Keep Coming Back | A Root Cause Approach to Chronic Pain 17.04.2026 46นาที

  Chronic pain that keeps coming back isn’t random, and it’s rarely just about the injury itself.   In this episode, Michele sits down with movement specialist Helen Hall to break down why so many people stay stuck in cycles of chronic pain, recurring injuries, and failed rehab.   From an FDN perspective, we talk about hidden stressors in the body; the things most practitioners aren’t measuring, including movement inefficiencies, compensation patterns, and how the body adapts under stress.   Helen shares how posture, gait, and movement patterns can quietly drive inflammation, overload the system, and prevent true healing, especially in clients who feel like they’ve already tried everything.   If you’re a practitioner, or someone dealing with chronic pain, tightness, or recurring injuries, this episode will completely shift how you look at the body.Connect with Helen Hall:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenhallpfm/ Website: https://www.helen-hall.co.uk/
• She Had to Buy Thyroid Medication on the Black Market… 09.04.2026 59นาที

  What happens when even the best doctors in Los Angeles can’t help you? In this episode, I sit down with Elle Russ to share her raw, unfiltered thyroid story, from years of debilitating symptoms… to being dismissed and gaslit by top-tier doctors. At her lowest point, Elle took matters into her own hands, sourcing thyroid medication on the black market just to feel human again.   This conversation isn’t just about thyroid health…it’s about advocacy, confidence, and what happens when no one is listening. If this resonates and you’re ready to understand the clinical patterns behind thyroid dysfunction and Hashimoto’s, we’re going deeper inside the Clinical Edge Workshop. ⚠️ Note: Elle Russ is not the presenter for this session, but her story highlights exactly why this level of understanding matters.Join us HERE: http://fdntraining.com/clinical Use coupon code 'freeticket26'   🌐 Connect with Elle Russ Website: https://www.elleruss.com/           ⚠️ Medical Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It should not be used to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized care from a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult your Doctor or health care practitioner before making changes to your health protocol.
• Addiction to Healing; With a Side of Peptides 02.04.2026 39นาที

  Addicted to meth.Time in jail.Relapse. This is where Samantha Lander’s story begins. In this episode, she shares her full transformation—what it took to break that cycle, what healing actually looked like on the other side, and why getting sober wasn’t the end of the journey… it was the beginning. Because rebuilding your life is one thing.Rebuilding your biology is another. We also touch on where peptides enter the conversation—and why timing, readiness, and physiology matter more than most people realize. This is a powerful, honest conversation about what it really takes to heal. 🎯 Join Us Live: Clinical Edge April 13–15 2026 Samantha will be going deeper—breaking down peptides, when to use them, and what most people get wrong. This is where the clinical conversation begins.http://fdntraining.com/clinical   Connect with SamanthaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seefitliving/
• 3 Effective Strategies to Get Health Coaching Clients on Repeat! 26.03.2026 45นาที

  Getting consistent clients in your health coaching business can be tough when you don't have a clear strategy (and with ALL the noise around going viral on social media) Many coaches we work with are stuck in a cycle of posting, hoping, and waiting, relying on social media to somehow bring in their next client. But what if the problem isn’t your content…it’s your strategy? In this episode, I sit down with Jenn Malecha to break down how to build a stable, repeatable client pipeline on repeat with REAL business strategies. This isn’t about posting more. It’s about building a system that actually works. In this episode, we cover: • Why social media alone isn’t a client acquisition strategy• The biggest mistake health coaches make when trying to grow• How to create consistency in your business (without burnout)• 3 practical ways to get clients on repeat. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re starting from zero every month…this episode will change how you think about your business.  
• Wi-Fi vs Your Body - The Hidden Cost of EMF's 24.03.2026 9นาที

  We’ve normalized sleeping beside a mini cell tower. Phone plugged in.Wi-Fi running.Signals bouncing around your head all night. And we never question it. But your body is electrical.Your brain is electrical.Your sleep depends on very precise signals. So what happens when that system is surrounded by noise… 24/7? Not here to scare you.Not here to make wild claims. Just here to ask a better question. Try this tonight:Turn your Wi-Fi off.Put your phone on airplane mode.Move it away from your bed. And see what happens. No assumptions. Just awareness. I’m curious… Do you sleep with your phone plugged in, right by your head? 👀 Tell me honestly ↓ Until the next investigation… keep asking deeper questions.   Connect With Us on Substack: The EMF Truth   🎵 Intro music generated using Suno AI
• The Missing Mental Health Link (Gut-Brain Axis Explained) 19.03.2026 43นาที

  Why your gut may be driving anxiety, brain fog, and low energy Because what if your brain isn’t the problem? In this episode, I’m joined by Brendan Vermeire, Clinical Faculty for Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, and we break down what’s actually happening inside the gut–brain axis and how your gut microbiome may be driving how you think, feel, and function every single day. We’re connecting the dots between gut health, inflammation, and brain chemistry in a way that actually makes sense… so you can stop guessing and start understanding your symptoms. 🎯 In this episode: What the gut–brain axis actually is (in real-life terms) How your gut influences mood, anxiety, and focus Why inflammation and gut dysfunction can show up as brain symptoms Signs your gut may be behind your fatigue or brain fog Where to start if you want to support your gut and your brain 🎓 Brendan’s Courses (25% OFF until March 31) Use code: 'Brendan25' 👉 Gut-Brain Axis Course 👉 Mastering Mold Illness 👉 Mastering Neurotransmitters 👉 Mastering Brain Chemistry 👉Mastering Methylation 👉Organic Acids   Connect with Brendan Vermeire Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_savage Connect with Michele Scarlet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelescarlet_
• New Host, New Era; Meet Michele Scarlet 12.03.2026 6นาที

  The Health Detective Podcast is entering a new chapter. In this transition episode, Michele Scarlet steps in as the new host and shares what listeners can expect moving forward. This podcast is dedicated to real health transformations; the kind that happen when we start asking deeper questions and looking beyond surface-level answers. Together, we’ll explore the patterns behind chronic symptoms, investigate root causes, and continually evolve our understanding of functional health. Moving forward, you can expect conversations around: • Functional health transformations and case-based insights• The art of asking better questions in root cause medicine• Continual education and evolving clinical thinking• Interviews with practitioners pushing the boundaries of functional health• Occasional insights into the business side of health coaching and building a practice Because healing doesn’t happen when we stop learning; it happens when we stay curious. If you’re a practitioner, health coach, or someone passionate about understanding the body and uncovering real solutions, you’re in the right place. Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s ahead. Until the next investigation… keep asking deeper questions.
• 30 year Nurse Shocked by What She Uncovered 12.03.2026 27นาที

  After 30 years working as a Registered Nurse, Kirstin Green-Farmer thought she understood healthcare. But when chronic symptoms continued to affect her and the family she cared for, something became clear: Working inside conventional medicine doesn’t always mean you get the answers you need to be well. In this episode, Michele Scarlet speaks with Kirstin about her journey from hospital nurse to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, the limitations of symptom-focused care, and why more practitioners are beginning to investigate the root causes of chronic illness. This conversation explores what happens when experienced clinicians begin asking deeper questions and what they discover when they step outside the traditional system.Want to Learn More about FDN?Join Our FREE HOLISTIC HEALTH WEEK March 16-20 2026Connect with Kirsten:IG: https://www.instagram.com/greenfarmerwellness/Website: https://green-farmerwellness.com/ Connect with Michele:IG: https://www.instagram.com/michelescarlet_/Host of The True Health Podcast
• Quieting Inflammation Through Food w/ Dr. Wanda Parks 23.02.2026 54นาที

  Are fad diets and one-size-fits-all approaches really helping your health—or holding you back? In this episode, Detective Ev sits down with Dr. Wanda Parks, Integrative & Functional Health Practitioner, FDN-P, Certified Aromatherapist, Face Yoga Instructor, and Retired Military Veteran. Dr. Wanda specializes in helping women over 40 regain control of their metabolic and autoimmune health naturally—without relying on restrictive diets or temporary fixes. Dr. Wanda shares why starting with a strong foundation is essential, why bio-individuality matters, and why screening is the first step to lasting health. She emphasizes that we are not robots—every body is unique, and everything in the body is connected. By addressing the root causes of inflammation, bloating, constipation, pain, and toxin overload, Dr. Wanda helps her clients achieve real, sustainable results that honor the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.     Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Dr. Wanda Parks: Website: drwandaholistichealth.com Instagram: @getwellwithdrwanda Facebook: @successwithwanda TikTok: @getwellwithdrwanda