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Listen "#119: The mindset shift you need to improve your health"
Episode Synopsis
Melissa Rose, an applied functional medicine practitioner specialising in autoimmune diseases joins today to share her personal journey of recovering from multiple sclerosis (MS) and how her experiences shaped her approach to health. Melissa dives into the importance of functional medicine, the mind-body connection, and practical tools for improving health, including mindfulness and nutrition.
One specific area of functional medicine that we highlight, which we can all tap into is the power of food as medicine. There is so much opportunity in using food to treat and recover from autoimmune disease and ill-health. I know after listening that you’re going to feel encouraged to take control of your health through self-care and self-connection.
In our conversation we explore:
Taking time for meditation can set a positive tone for the day.
Understanding the root causes of health issues is crucial for recovery.
Functional medicine looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
How food choices can significantly impact health and wellbeing.
That mindfulness and self-awareness are key to recognising your health needs.
How women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune diseases.
Empowerment comes from knowing you are worth the effort to be well.
Why building a supportive and accepting relationship with your body is essential for health and happiness.
That health is a journey that requires ongoing attention and care.
About Melissa:
Melissa Rose is an Applied Functional Medicine Practitioner specialising in autoimmune disease, complex illness, mystery illness, and rare autoimmune conditions. With thousands of clients served, Melissa has established herself as a high-level practitioner for advanced autoimmune clients at Autoimmune Recovery. She is also the Founder and CEO of Sagebrush Wellness and Autoimmune Recovery.org. Melissa is a published author, educator, and practitioner mentor.
As a double Board Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Melissa is a sought-after clinician. She is skilled in a variety of cutting-edge progressive testing. She uses symptoms, test results, and personal/family history to get to the root of the disease process for her clients. As a team, she and the client work synergistically to create a plan addressing imbalance in the body. She provides innovative care, coaching, education and encouragement, throughout their journey. Her goal for each client is sustainable wellness.
Connect with Melissa:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Take Melissa's FREE functional health assessment
About Life Now Coaching:
We unwrap what healthy living really means to help you get clear on the power of building sustainable healthy habits without overwhelm and confusion. We’re stripping back and laying out the truth about why taking better care of yourself is the answer to the happy vibrant life you’re striving so hard to create so that every woman knows the incredible value of her health.
Life Now Coaching supports women in midlife to build sustainable healthy habits using our success framework of mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress
Resources:
Get your FREE guide with 10 proven ways to navigate perimenopause with confidence.
Visit our website
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Watch the episodes on YouTube
Full episode notes available on our website
Make sure you subscribe and rate the podcast to help other women create their own healthy habits to thrive through every season of their life - including menopause!
One specific area of functional medicine that we highlight, which we can all tap into is the power of food as medicine. There is so much opportunity in using food to treat and recover from autoimmune disease and ill-health. I know after listening that you’re going to feel encouraged to take control of your health through self-care and self-connection.
In our conversation we explore:
Taking time for meditation can set a positive tone for the day.
Understanding the root causes of health issues is crucial for recovery.
Functional medicine looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
How food choices can significantly impact health and wellbeing.
That mindfulness and self-awareness are key to recognising your health needs.
How women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune diseases.
Empowerment comes from knowing you are worth the effort to be well.
Why building a supportive and accepting relationship with your body is essential for health and happiness.
That health is a journey that requires ongoing attention and care.
About Melissa:
Melissa Rose is an Applied Functional Medicine Practitioner specialising in autoimmune disease, complex illness, mystery illness, and rare autoimmune conditions. With thousands of clients served, Melissa has established herself as a high-level practitioner for advanced autoimmune clients at Autoimmune Recovery. She is also the Founder and CEO of Sagebrush Wellness and Autoimmune Recovery.org. Melissa is a published author, educator, and practitioner mentor.
As a double Board Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Melissa is a sought-after clinician. She is skilled in a variety of cutting-edge progressive testing. She uses symptoms, test results, and personal/family history to get to the root of the disease process for her clients. As a team, she and the client work synergistically to create a plan addressing imbalance in the body. She provides innovative care, coaching, education and encouragement, throughout their journey. Her goal for each client is sustainable wellness.
Connect with Melissa:
Website
Take Melissa's FREE functional health assessment
About Life Now Coaching:
We unwrap what healthy living really means to help you get clear on the power of building sustainable healthy habits without overwhelm and confusion. We’re stripping back and laying out the truth about why taking better care of yourself is the answer to the happy vibrant life you’re striving so hard to create so that every woman knows the incredible value of her health.
Life Now Coaching supports women in midlife to build sustainable healthy habits using our success framework of mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress
Resources:
Get your FREE guide with 10 proven ways to navigate perimenopause with confidence.
Visit our website
Follow on Instagram
Follow on LinkedIn
Watch the episodes on YouTube
Full episode notes available on our website
Make sure you subscribe and rate the podcast to help other women create their own healthy habits to thrive through every season of their life - including menopause!
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