Marnie Lawler - Functional Nutritionist

Marnie Lawler - Functional Nutritionist As a Functional Nutritionist my goal is to help attain optimal health by uncovering the root cause of your symptoms using functional testing.

What Is Health was created out of a true desire to help people live life to their fullest potential. I am passionate about empowering my clients to regain their health through diet and lifestyle changes... everyone should be given the ability to achieve their personal goals. My approach comes from my Functional Nutrition Training and my Personal Experience dealing with adrenal fatigue, gut issues (a parasite and low enzyme output), hormonal imbalances (estrogen dominance), brain fog, fatigue and several anemia’s (iron, B-12, folate and B-6). By changing my own diet, performing diagnostic testing and addressing my stressors, I have been able to overcome these issues. But, it took me a VERY LONG time. I would like to make this easier for everyone, NO ONE should have to struggle the way I did, for as long as I did. I specialize in digestive disorders, thyroid and autoimmune and conditions and hormonal issues. Through a combination of customized nutrition, laboratory testing, and high quality targeted supplements, we’ll work together to restore your body’s balance and vitality. What does that mean? To begin with, generic diets and protocols have their place, but they rarely take you the distance. They are not targeted to the unique person that you are, and they do not honor your bio-individuality. Let’s face it, that’s why when your best friend discovers a diet that works for her, does not create the same results for you. You have your own set of circumstances, biochemistry and unique physiology that comes into play. Often, in order to determine what your body needs, I lean on lab testing – using only what gives us the most pertinent information. This will be used to sculpt a diet and healing protocol that gives your body exactly what it needs and removes anything that’s getting in the way of your healing. This is challenging work, no doubt, and I understand that when I ask you to make modifications to your diet or daily activities to get results, you are the one who has to make the hard changes. But I promise, as my slogan says, “Your Health, My Mission,” I will be by your side to help guide, be your support, your troubleshooter and cheerleader! Nothing will be left unturned to get to the root of your issues, and you will NOT BE ALONE!

You don’t just burn energy in workouts.You burn it in:– decision making– stress– overthinking– pushing through when you’...
02/28/2026

You don’t just burn energy in workouts.

You burn it in:
– decision making
– stress
– overthinking
– pushing through when you’re exhausted

Training hard is important.
Recovering intentionally is just as important.

Your nervous system feels everything.

Listen to your body. 💫





People often think I’m “just” a nutritionist.And yes — food matters 🥦🍳But what I actually do goes much deeper than meal ...
02/26/2026

People often think I’m “just” a nutritionist.

And yes — food matters 🥦🍳

But what I actually do goes much deeper than meal plans.

When someone has high cholesterol, I don’t just look at the LDL number.
I ask **why** 🔎

Is insulin driving it?
Is there underlying inflammation?
Is the thyroid sluggish?
Is the liver overwhelmed?
Is chronic stress shifting lipid patterns?
Is gut dysfunction impairing metabolism?

Two people can have the exact same cholesterol number… and completely different root causes.

And a statin is not the resolution for every single person with high cholesterol 💊

I use functional testing and comprehensive blood work 🧪 to assess the person in front of me — not just a number on a lab report.

Because when we understand the **why**, the plan becomes intentional and individualized.

This is what functional nutrition looks like:

✨ Connecting systems
✨ Looking upstream
✨ Respecting physiology
✨ Building foundations

Food. 🥗
Hormones. 🔁
Detox pathways. 🌿
Blood sugar. 📊
Muscle. 💪
Stress. 🧠
Sleep. 😴

It’s all connected.

If you’ve been told “everything looks normal” but you don’t feel normal…
Or you’ve been handed a prescription without a deeper conversation…

Let’s look at your body differently 🤍

Free 15-minute consult — link in bio.

02/12/2026

We have been conditioned to believe that more cardio = better results.

For women, especially 35+, that is not always true.

What we need is strategic intensity.

Short sprint intervals:
✔ improve insulin sensitivity
✔ stimulate growth hormone
✔ preserve lean muscle
✔ support metabolic flexibility

Muscle is your metabolic organ.

Two sessions per week is ideal.
Even once a week still drives adaptation.

This is how we train for longevity — not exhaustion.

We often think about going to the gym to lose weight or build muscle.And yes — these can be a great side effect.But here...
02/05/2026

We often think about going to the gym to lose weight or build muscle.
And yes — these can be a great side effect.

But here’s something we don’t talk about enough 👇

Exercise is one of the most powerful ways to support your brain.

When you lift weights, walk, run, or move your body, you increase BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) — often called “fertilizer for the brain.”

BDNF is associated with:
• improved memory & learning
• better focus and mental clarity
• mood support & stress resilience
• protection against age-related cognitive decline

In other words…
You’re not just training your body — you’re training your brain.

Move for strength.
Move for longevity.
Move for your brain. 🧠💪

01/24/2026

Squats aren’t one-size-fits-all.

This kettlebell curtsy squat hits glutes, inner thighs, quads, core—and shoulders 💪 while improving balance and hip stability ⚖️

Changing your movement pattern = changing your results.

Train smarter. Move better. Feel stronger. 🔥

✨ Nutrition guidance is finally catching up to what bodies have been telling us all along.For years, the focus was on ca...
01/11/2026

✨ Nutrition guidance is finally catching up to what bodies have been telling us all along.

For years, the focus was on calories, portions, and restriction.

While those tools have their place, they often miss the bigger picture:

👉 how food actually interacts with human biology.

What’s encouraging to see now is a shift toward something our bodies have been telling us for decades —
food quality matters more than numbers alone. 🥗

When we center meals around:
🥕 whole, minimally processed foods
🍎 vegetables & fruits
🍗 quality protein
🥑 healthy fats
🫙 fermented & fiber-rich foods

…we create a foundation that supports metabolism, gut health, immune balance, and long-term resilience.

From a functional lens, this way of eating supports:
✔️ stable blood sugar
✔️ metabolic signaling
✔️ gut microbiome diversity
✔️ immune balance
✔️ long-term resilience

🚫 Less restriction
➡️ More nourishment

And that’s where real, sustainable health changes happen.

It’s about building a foundation your body recognizes, responds to, and can adapt to — with room for individuality.

✨ Real food isn’t a trend.
It’s the starting point.





If you feel like you’re constantly fighting hunger, cravings, or blood sugar swings — this is an important piece most pe...
01/07/2026

If you feel like you’re constantly fighting hunger, cravings, or blood sugar swings — this is an important piece most people never hear about.

Your gut bacteria produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) when they ferment fiber.
Those SCFAs help:
✔️ improve insulin sensitivity
✔️ stimulate GLP-1 (your natural appetite-regulating hormone)
✔️ support stable blood sugar after meals

When SCFA production is low, blood sugar becomes harder to regulate — and cravings get louder.

This is why supporting gut health isn’t just about digestion…
it’s foundational for metabolism.

👉 Full breakdown on the blog — link in bio.





01/04/2026

30 minutes. No pressure. Just showing up. 🧘‍♀️

Power yoga in my home gym today—definitely challenging, but in a way that felt supportive rather than depleting. Trying a new Peloton instructor and letting my body move how it needed to.

This is your reminder that consistency doesn’t have to mean max effort every time.

It just has to be intentional.

Movement like this supports:
✅ stress hormone balance
✅ mobility & joint health
✅ builds strength without over stressing the body
✅ improves circulation & lymphatic flow
✅ nervous system regulation
✅ long-term metabolic health

Start where you are. That’s always enough. 💛



12/15/2025

Yes — exercise is a stressor.
But it’s the good kind of stress.

When you lift weights or push yourself through a workout, you trigger healthy adaptation. Your body becomes stronger, more resilient, and better able to handle life’s demands. 🙌

But here’s the catch…

It’s not usually exercise that becomes the problem —
it’s chronic, unrelenting stress from things like:

• Chronic dieting
• Overtraining without recovery
• Poor sleep 😴
• High-pressure work
• Family responsibilities
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Gut imbalances
• Lifestyle stressors piling up

This is where cortisol becomes dysregulated — too high, too low, or swinging in between. And that’s when we start to see things like insulin resistance, metabolic issues, inflammation, and fatigue… all of which make midlife feel harder than it needs to.

And during perimenopause, fluctuating hormones put many women into a higher sympathetic (fight-or-flight) state by default. 🧠🔥

That’s why strength training (like deadlifts + pushups 👇) are so powerful when paired with:

✔️ Enough recovery
✔️ Consistent protein
✔️ Quality sleep
✔️ Stress support
✔️ Listening to your body

Every woman is different.

Every day can feel different. What your body needs at 35 may not be what it needs at 45 or 52. That’s not failure — that’s physiology.

Move with intention. Train smart. Support your hormones. And adjust based on what your body is telling you. 💛 I’m always here to help - reach out when you’re ready to take out the guessing and start seeing real results.

Fueled by … My secret weapon to staying hydrated 💪💦 www.drinklmnt.com/marnielawler

🥬 Fresh, crunchy, and takes five minutes to pull together — this Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad is one of my favorite w...
12/13/2025

🥬 Fresh, crunchy, and takes five minutes to pull together — this Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad is one of my favorite ways to get more fiber in during the week.

🍋 Shredded Brussels, Parmesan, toasted nuts, apple, cranberries, and a simple lemon-Dijon dressing. That’s it.

⏱️ Holds up for 2–3 days and pairs perfectly with protein for steady blood sugar and better energy.

👉 Head over to my blog for the full recipe (link in bio!) and make sure you’re signed up for my newsletter to get new posts straight to your inbox.

💾 Save this for meal prep!

This time of year hits differently.More decisions. More planning. More social pressure. And biologically? Your brain is ...
12/12/2025

This time of year hits differently.

More decisions. More planning. More social pressure. And biologically? Your brain is already under a heavier load.

Here’s why winter shuts down your focus faster:

✨ 1. Less sunlight = lower dopamine
Dopamine drives motivation, clear thinking, and follow-through. Shorter days = naturally lower dopamine → faster mental fatigue.

✨ 2. More cortisol fluctuations
Cold temps + holiday stress = unstable cortisol. When cortisol is high or erratic, your prefrontal cortex (decision-making hub) doesn’t fire as cleanly.

✨ 3. Blood sugar swings from holiday eating
More treats, alcohol, and irregular meals = big glucose spikes → brain fog, irritability, and poor focus.

✨ 4. Your nervous system is overstimulated
Noise, travel, parties, gifts, to-do lists, family dynamics… it’s a lot of micro-stress. The brain gets overloaded and defaults to “shut down” mode.

✨ 5. Too many choices = decision fatigue
Your brain burns energy with every choice — outfits, gifts, meals, schedules. Add low sunlight + high cortisol and it hits harder.

So if you feel more scattered, forgetful, or tired — you’re not “failing.” It’s biology + season + stress.

Here’s what helps ⬇️
• Simplify your choices
• Create predictable meals & routines
• Get outside in the morning light
• Support blood sugar
• Set smaller daily goals
• Protect your evenings for unwinding

You don’t need more willpower — you need fewer decisions.

And your winter brain will thank you. ❄️✨

Ready to kick off 2025 feeling strong, energized, and unstoppable? 💪🏃‍♀️My Interval Run + Core Class at the Manchester A...
12/08/2025

Ready to kick off 2025 feeling strong, energized, and unstoppable? 💪🏃‍♀️

My Interval Run + Core Class at the Manchester Athletic Club is starting a new session in the New Year — and this session is 🔥.

Here’s what we do:
• Hill + flat road intervals designed to improve your VO₂ max (your engine for fitness + longevity!)
• Warm-up to prep your body
• Focused interval sets to build speed, strength, and confidence
• A strong finish on the mats with core + stability work
• All in just 1 powerful hour

This class isn’t just a workout — it’s a system that builds metabolic health, better heart health and lung capacity, resilience, and strong, capable bodies❤️



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