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Becoming a Health CoachA behind-the-scenes look at becoming a health coach through IIN, with reflection, insight, and growth. Author: Megan J. McCrory
Are you exploring a career in health coaching? Wondering if the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) is right for you? In Becoming a Health Coach, Meg shares her unfiltered experience going through the IIN Health Coach Training Programmodule by module. You'll hear about holistic wellness, habit change, mindset shifts, and what it's really like to train as a certified health coach. Perfect for aspiring coaches, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone curious about a more meaningful, purpose-driven path. Language: en Genres: Business, Education, Entrepreneurship, How To Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Ep. 34 Pairing Functional Medicine with Health Coaching
Episode 34
Thursday, 2 October, 2025
Megan and fellow coach Danna revisit an early episode to unpack functional medicine—what it is, how it differs from conventional care, and how a functional approach can sharpen a health coach’s practice. Expect practical examples (BP meds, antibiotics + probiotics), how to vet providers, and what extra training changed in Danna’s client work.Back in 2018, Megan introduced functional medicine as an option when conventional care feels stuck on symptom relief. In 2025, she and Danna (a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach) compare notes: What does “root cause” really mean? How do labs, lifestyle, and nutrition fit together? And how can coaches collaborate with (or simply vet) doctors who think more holistically—without abandoning standard medicine when it’s needed?Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Podcast Background01:04 Understanding Functional Medicine02:25 Functional Medicine in Practice13:17 How Functional Medicine Informs Your Coaching PracticeKey takeawaysRoot cause ≠ anti-medicine. Functional medicine uses meds when necessary, then investigates lifestyle, nutrition, hormones, gut health, and environment to address why symptoms persist.Broader data, better decisions. Full labs (and sometimes stool/urine testing) + food/lifestyle mapping can reveal patterns a 7-minute visit can’t.Clinician fit matters. You want curiosity, clear explanations, and collaboration. Titles help, but how they listen is the tell.Coaching upgrades. FM knowledge helps coaches guide clients to targeted doctor questions, low-cost experiments (e.g., trial eliminations), and realistic next steps—especially when budgets/insurance are tight.Resources & CTAShare your questions or stories: leave us a voicemail Explore more episodes of Becoming a Health Coach on the SwissCast Network.Connect with Danna for functional-medicine-informed coaching.Disclaimer: Educational content only; not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.
