38: Health Goes Where The Hope Goes, Holistic Psychology, Nitric Oxide + Berkeley Life | Dr. Nicole Beurkens

Hey there, functional friends! Welcome back to another enlightening episode of the Holistic Savage Podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to welcome my dear friend, Dr. Nicole Beurkins. Dr. Beurkins, a clinical psychologist turned holistic CEO, shares her journey from diagnosing individuals to exploring the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being. From discussing the physiological and biochemical aspects of mental health issues to delving into the importance of nutrition and lifestyle changes, we uncover the missing pieces in standard mental health curriculums. Together, we navigate through the maze of modern mental health crises, emphasizing the significance of addressing root causes and embracing a holistic approach to wellness. So, tune in as we explore the fascinating world of functional medicine, self-limiting beliefs, and the profound impact of lifestyle choices on our neurobiological systems. Topics Discussed: 02:13 - introducing Dr. Nicole Beurkens 7:39 - The physiologically & biochemically of mental health 10:40 - Becoming the CEO of Berkeley life  16:09 - Gaps in standard mental health curriculum  21:05 - Nutrition and children’s developmental function  25:58 - You shouldn’t need a meta analysis to validate common sense  28:54 - Causes of americas mental health crisis 32:04 - Mental wellness is a spectrum  36:27 - Improving functionality  39:30 - Going from clinical psychology to holistic ceo 47:56 - Nitric oxide  52:91 - Functional medicine vs allopathic medicine  56:09 - The importance of lifestyle changes 59:25 - Berkeley life: “diet and lifestyle in a capsule” 01:03:33 - Improving individual lives 01:06:03 - Our neuro limbic system & how to monitor improvement  01:10:35 - Health goes where the hope goes Sponsored By: Berkeley Life For practitioners For self healers  DHA Laboratory   Learn more about DHA Laboratory Microbiome Labs  Check out Microbiome Labs Today Check Out Dr. Nicole Beurkens Instagram  Website  Check Out Brendan: Brendan’s Instagram: @the_holistic_savage Brendan Online Metabolic Solutions Research & Education Foundation (T-Shirt Fundraiser) - - - Send in a voice message: http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holisticsavagepodcast/message Produced By: Drake Peterson Edited By: Mike Frey