Functional Nutrition Resources

10/01/2025

☕️ Happy International Coffee Day!

For many, coffee is more than a morning ritual, it’s a lifeline. But how you drink your coffee (or even what you choose instead) makes all the difference in how you feel.

Tips for enjoying coffee wisely:
✅ Add protein or healthy fat (like collagen or a nut milk) to keep blood sugar steady.
✅ Skip the sugar to avoid the mid-morning crash.
✅ Stop sipping after 2 PM to protect your sleep cycle.
✅ When buying coffee, look for organic, fair-trade, and low-toxin options. This helps reduce exposure to pesticides and mold.

Sensitive to caffeine? Try these energizing alternatives:
🌿 Matcha (gentle caffeine + calming L-theanine)
🌱 Herbal “coffee” blends (like chicory or dandelion root)
🫖 Rooibos or herbal teas for a caffeine-free warm-up

✨ Whether you love your coffee black, boosted, or swapped for something gentler - the key is choosing what fuels your body best.

If coffee feels like the only thing keeping you going, it might be time to look deeper. Our team can help you uncover the root causes of fatigue — book a call today!
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09/30/2025

Roasted Butternut Squash & Apple Soup

This cozy bowl combines seasonal favorites into a nourishing, anti-inflammatory dish. It’s creamy without the cream — and packed with fiber, vitamins, and immune-boosting goodness.

Ingredients:
1 medium butternut squash, peeled & cubed
2 apples, peeled & chopped
1 onion, diced
3–4 cups bone broth or veggie broth
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cinnamon
Sea salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
1️⃣ Roast squash, apples, and onion at 400°F until tender (about 25–30 min).
2️⃣ Blend roasted mix with broth and spices until smooth.
3️⃣ Warm on the stove, adjust seasoning, and serve!

🥣 Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or a healthy fall comfort food.

✨ Would you top this with pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of coconut cream?

09/29/2025

“I was having extreme and debilitating fatigue due to rheumatoid arthritis. I was also having severe digestion issues and inflammation in many parts of my body, which made me feel awful. I could barely struggle through most days, and had to miss work often.

My quality of life was unacceptable.

Doctors were only giving me drugs, like prednisone, to address the issue. That worked, but every time I stopped taking prednisone the symptoms came back.

Now, my quality of life is back. I no longer have the extreme fatigue I used to have almost daily. I have energy to travel with my husband and be the active grandmother and teacher I want to be. I'm completely off of blood pressure medication and hormone replacement therapy. The irritation in my eyes due to dry eye disease has greatly improved, and I have much fewer acne breakouts. And, as an added bonus, I've lost more than 20 pounds.

It takes some commitment and will power, but I am so glad I've done it. Everyone at FNR has been very supportive and informative. I have learned what foods are good for my body and which are bad. It has been life changing!”

- Bettie M.

09/26/2025

🌸 Wellness isn’t just about food + labs. It’s about joy, too.

Try adding micro-joys into your day this week:
✨ A 5-minute walk outside
✨ Fresh flowers on your counter
✨ A phone call with someone who makes you laugh
✨ A cozy blanket + tea before bed

Health is built from what we eat, but also from what we feel. 💛

👉 What’s one small thing bringing you joy today?

09/24/2025

✨ Wellness Swap Challenge: Oils Edition 🥑🍳

Here’s the truth: not all cooking oils are created equal. The ones you use daily could either support your health… or silently work against it.

👉 Instead of: vegetable oil, canola oil, or margarine ❌
👉 Try: avocado oil, extra virgin olive oil, ghee, or coconut oil ✅

Why it matters:
Better for high-heat cooking 🔥
Packed with fats your body actually uses for energy + hormones ⚡
Less oxidation = less inflammation 🚫

💬 What’s your go-to cooking oil right now?

09/23/2025

🌿 Set yourself up for success by shifting your space.
Your environment often has more power over your habits than willpower does.

Try these simple swaps this week:
✨ Keep filtered water on your desk or counter
✨ Put fruit where you’ll see it first
✨ Tuck snacks you’re avoiding out of sight
✨ Create a bedtime corner with a soft lamp + book

When your surroundings support your goals, healthy choices become automatic.

👉 What’s one change you could make in your space today?

09/22/2025

"Before FNR, life was miserable for me. I was stuck in a constant cycle of being exhausted, being anxious, having joint paint every day, and suffering from the horrible effects of IBS. It was not a life I was enjoying and as a result it impacted my family and our life as well.

I finally hit a breaking point when I saw the scale continue to climb, no matter what I did, and my digestive journey continued to decline. Doctors weren't helping me - they were trying to medicate me. I started to do some research and decided that a more holistic approach was a step I wanted to try. I searched locally and FNR was an option with a lot of great reviews.

Now, I feel 95-99% better than I have for the past 20 years. Having suffered with IBS for over two decades I no longer have flare ups multiple times a day. I don't have them even weekly. In fact, since starting with FNR I have had exactly two IBS attacks and we are going strong over 90 days in my program at this point. That alone is a success story that I would shout from the rooftops.

It has afforded me a freedom I didn't think was possible for me. I can travel and not worry about where the bathrooms are, or how accessible they will be for me on an as-needed basis. And that's not all. My joint pain resolved itself within a few weeks of starting my program and I am back to being able to be active with my family without having repercussions. My anxiety has dramatically declined to the point where I have voluntarily gone off of anxiety medication that was making my anxiety worse. I'm sleeping more soundly and for longer periods of time without interruption making me less exhausted. And to top all of that off, I've lost almost 20lbs!

FNR has given me hope - a hope that I never thought was possible. I can't express enough how grateful I am to FNR, the coaching and the life changing results I have experienced. I share my experience with anyone that will listen.”

- Stephanie T.

09/21/2025

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09/19/2025

✨ Friday Snack Highlight: The Healthy Charcuterie Board ✨

Charcuterie isn’t just for parties — it can be a fun, nourishing Friday night snack. Swap the heavy meats and cheeses for lighter, functional choices that still feel special:

🥒 Protein — nitrate-free turkey, smoked salmon, or hard-boiled eggs
🥑 Healthy fats — olives, avocado slices, nuts & seeds
🍇 Fresh produce — grapes, apple slices, cucumber rounds, bell pepper strips
🥕 Crunch — almond crackers, carrot sticks
🥣 Dips — hummus, guacamole, or a clean-ingredient dip

Snack smarter and elevate your weekend vibes with a colorful board that fuels your body while still feeling like a treat.

👉 What’s the first thing you’d add to your Friday board?

09/17/2025

📵 Digital Detox for Real Life

Your nervous system wasn’t built for endless scrolling, notifications, and 24/7 pings. Sometimes the best “detox” isn’t about food — it’s about your screen time.

Here are a few parameters to try this week:
✨ No screens for the first 30 minutes after waking
✨ Phone-free meals (give your full attention to your food + company)
✨ One “scroll-free” evening where you swap the phone for reading, stretching, or connecting with someone you love
✨ Batch notifications: check messages/emails at set times instead of all day
✨ Tech-free bedroom: charge your phone in another room overnight

Tiny boundaries = big impact on sleep, stress, focus, and even digestion.

💡 Which one will you try first?

09/16/2025

✨ Identity Shift Mindset ✨

When it comes to healing, the question isn’t just “How do I stick with this?” — it’s “Who am I becoming through this process?”

Every choice you make - from what you eat, to how you rest, to the boundaries you set are shaping the person you’re becoming. Healing isn’t just about symptoms, it’s about stepping into a new version of yourself.

💡 What’s one identity shift you’re leaning into right now?

09/15/2025

“Before FNR, I had severe anxiety, a sense of unease, sleeplessness, no energy, aches and pains, stomach issues, and high blood pressure.

I was falling apart and not doing the things I should to be healthy. I was at my wits end, Doctor just wanted to give me more medicine but I wanted a why? I didn’t want to keep taking more meds, I wanted to get to the root of the issues and get my life back!

Now, I have much more energy and enthusiasm for life. Stomach problems are minimal, anxiety and anxious thoughts are manageable or none, I am sleeping better, I’m moving and enjoying exercise more, I’ve lost some weight, and my blood pressure is managed.

FNR has given me a sounding board and kept me on track. Am I completely “there” yet? No, but I feel like I can and will. And that is so much better than where I was 6-8 months ago.”

- Shawna M.