26. Unlearning Diet Culture with Carter Hood, FMHC

In this episode of What the Gut, Allison chats with Carter Hood, a functional medicine health coach and Faster Way program coach, who shares her personal journey from marketing and design to health coaching. Carter highlights the importance of proper nutrition, understanding gut health, and unlearning diet culture myths. They discuss common health challenges, functional medicine principles, and practical steps women can take to improve their health. Carter emphasizes the significance of whole foods, movement, and personalized coaching.    01:35 Meet Carter Hood: From Dancer to FMHC 02:56 Carter's Journey: Dance, Diet Culture, and Functional Medicine 05:06 The Power of Pregnancy: A Catalyst for Health Transformation 10:48 Practical Tips for Holistic Health: From Nutrition to Movement 12:42 Unlearning Diet Culture: The Importance of Protein and Whole Foods 22:48 Functional Medicine Explained: Empowering Patients in Their Health Journey 27:19 The Transformative Power of Healing Your Gut   📺Watch on YouTube   Connect with Allison: Instagram: @allisongetswell  Connect with Carter: Instagram: @carterhoodwellness 💜Support the show by leaving a rating + review, share on Instagram, or sending it to your BFF mom friend. Thanks!