Her Healing Path

Tanya Ellie
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Welcome to Her Healing Path! I'm Tanya Ellie – your host, holistic health practitioner, and guide. If you're ready to naturally heal from the root, elevate your holistic health, and transform your life, you're in the right place. Each week, I'll be guiding you to explore your wellness on a deeper level, through holistic nutrition, lifestyle, and a wide range of natural remedies that will bring deep healing to your mind, body, and soul. Whether I'm drawing from my own experience, interviewing an inspiring top wellness expert, or answering your own questions – I promise to cover the topics that truly matter. So join me to learn how to nourish your body from the inside out and restore your body's natural ability to heal. New episodes drop every Friday!

  1. 6d ago

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 5: Do You Need to Test for Mold, Heavy Metals, Toxins, Food Sensitivities, or Genetics?

    After you've addressed the foundations, how do you know whether it's time to dig deeper? And more importantly, how do you know which advanced tests are actually worth running? With thousands of functional lab tests available today, it's easy to feel like you need to test everything. But more testing doesn't always lead to better answers. In this fifth episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, we're talking about when advanced testing makes sense and when it doesn't. We discuss why most people don't need to test everything, the situations where deeper testing can provide valuable answers, and how I decide whether to recommend tests like mold, heavy metals, environmental toxins, food sensitivities, or genetics. If you've ever wondered whether you're missing something deeper or feel tempted to order every test available, this episode will help you understand when advanced testing is truly worth it.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:05 – What the foundations tell us 03:42 – More testing isn't better testing 04:46 – When it doesn't make sense to test 06:37 – When it does makes sense to go deeper 07:43 – Mycotoxin testing 09:52 – Heavy metal testing 12:29 – Environmental toxin testing 14:34 – Food sensitivity testing 16:14 – Genetic testing 18:43 – Why these can't replace foundational tests 21:07 – Next week: answering your questions   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 5: Do You Need to Test for Mold, Heavy Metals, Toxins, Food Sensitivities, or Genetics?

  2. Jul 10

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 4: How Your Metabolism Impacts Energy, Hormones, Mood & Recovery

    When most people hear the word "metabolism," they think about weight or how many calories they're burning. But your metabolism is so much more than that. It influences your energy, brain function, stress response, hormones, recovery, and your body's ability to adapt to everyday life. In this fourth episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, we're exploring how metabolism impacts nearly every system in your body and when it's worth taking a deeper look. We talk about the common symptoms that can point toward metabolic dysfunction, what an organic acids test (OAT) can reveal, and the metabolic patterns I see most often in practice. If you've ever felt like something is off but can't quite explain why, this episode may help connect the dots.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:04 – Connecting the dots so far 02:47 – Metabolism isn't just about weight 04:32 – Symptoms that point toward metabolism 05:31 – What an organic acids test (OAT) measures 06:24 – Low energy production & mitochondrial health 07:10 – Poor nutrient utilization 08:26 – Neurotransmitter imbalances 09:37 – Detox pathways + oxidative stress 11:25 – Next week: when to test deeper   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 4: How Your Metabolism Impacts Energy, Hormones, Mood & Recovery

  3. Jul 3

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 3: Looking Beyond Hormone Levels to Find the Root Cause of Hormone Imbalances

    Hormones are one of the most misunderstood areas of women's health. Too often we're told our hormones are "normal" because a blood test measured one or two hormones at a single moment in time. But hormones are much more complex than that. In this third episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, we're diving into comprehensive hormone testing and why looking at hormone levels alone rarely tells the full story. We talk about how your hormones are influenced by your nutrients, gut health, stress, and nervous system. I share the most common hormone patterns I see in practice and why understanding how your body produces, metabolizes, and clears hormones is a huge missing piece in conventional hormone testing. If you've ever been told your hormones are "normal" but you still don't feel like yourself, listen in.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:07 – Welcome back to the series 02:02 – Why hormones can't be viewed in isolation 04:37 – What hormone imbalances can actually look like 05:58 – Hormones through every stage of womanhood 08:51 – Blood work vs. comprehensive hormone testing 09:59 – Estrogen & progesterone imbalances 11:40 – A closer look at cortisol & androgens 14:03 – The root causes behind hormone imbalances 15:00 – Next week: metabolism   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 3: Looking Beyond Hormone Levels to Find the Root Cause of Hormone Imbalances

  4. Jun 26

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 2: Why the Gut Is at the Root of Everything & How to Know If You Need Gut Testing

    Your gut is connected to far more than just digestion. Skin issues, hormone imbalances, fatigue, food sensitivities, inflammation, and even nutrient deficiencies can all have roots in the gut. But how do you know when gut testing is actually necessary? In this second episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, we're diving into one of the most valuable tools I use in my practice: comprehensive gut testing. We talk about when gut testing makes sense, the five most common gut patterns I see in clients, and how those patterns can show up throughout the body. If you've been trying random probiotics, eliminating foods, or struggling with gut-related symptoms, this episode will help you understand what your gut may be trying to tell you.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:06 – Everything's connected to the gut 03:21 – When gut testing is the next step 04:07 – What a comprehensive gut test measures 05:01 – Gut microbiome imbalance 07:19 – The gut immune system 08:32 – Digestive insufficiency 09:18 – Inflammation & root causes 10:28 – Pathogens:  H. pylori, parasites, bacteria 11:10 – The risks of unnecessary food elimination 12:02 – Why random probiotics usually don't work 12:55 – How gut testing connects back to your foundational labs 13:55 – Next week: hormone testing   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 2: Why the Gut Is at the Root of Everything & How to Know If You Need Gut Testing

  5. Jun 19

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 1: How to Test Strategically & Where to Start

    Functional lab testing can feel overwhelming. Should you test everything? Are your annual labs enough? Why do so many people still feel awful when they're told their labs are "normal"? In this first episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, I'm sharing the framework I use to help clients make sense of functional testing. We talk about why I don't believe testing everything at once is the best approach, how I strategically decide where to start based on your symptoms and health history, and how these tests help us identify the next best step before moving into more advanced testing. If you're thinking about investing in functional lab testing, listen to this episode before you spend thousands of unnecessary dollars on tests.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:06 – Welcome to the Functional Lab Testing Series! 03:13 – Testing everything upfront is a mistake 04:42 – My step-by-step approach to functional testing 07:49 – Why foundational blood work comes first 08:35 – Functional vs. conventional lab interpretation 12:40 – Basic vs. cellular micronutrient testing 17:49 – The foundations give us more direction 19:19 – Next episode: the gut is at the root   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 1: How to Test Strategically & Where to Start

  6. Jun 12

    Trauma in the Body: How My Past Shaped My Nervous System, Hormones, Gut Health & How I Healed

    Trauma isn't just something that affects your thoughts. It can have a profound impact on your physical health too. In this episode, I share my own story of trauma, toxic relationships, burnout, and my path to understanding how those experiences were showing up in my body. We talk about the connection between trauma, the nervous system, cortisol, hormones, gut health, and why healing from trauma often requires much more than nutrition and supplements alone. If you've experienced trauma in your life, I hope this conversation helps you feel seen and gives you hope that healing is possible.   Resources: • Find your root cause → • Functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:06 – Trauma has major health implications 05:24 – Big T vs. little t trauma 07:05 – Growing up in survival mode 12:09 – My physical health raises questions 15:35 – Building back the ability to trust 20:14 – Toxic work environments & chronic stress 25:42 – Finding the missing piece in my healing 32:49 – The trauma response is intentional 34:27 – Learning how to feel safe again   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    Trauma in the Body: How My Past Shaped My Nervous System, Hormones, Gut Health & How I Healed

  7. Jun 5

    The Infant Microbiome: Cheryl Sew Hoy on Baby Gut Health, Colic, Eczema, Allergies, Sleep & the First 1,000 Days

    What happens in your baby's gut during the first 1000 days of life can have a profound impact on their future health. In this episode, I'm joined by Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health, to talk about the infant microbiome, how it develops, and why it's becoming such an important piece of the conversation around children's health. We discuss everything from C-sections and antibiotics to colic, eczema, food allergies, breastfeeding, and the critical role gut health plays in immune development. Whether you're currently raising a baby, planning for a future pregnancy, or curious about how early life influences long-term health, this conversation is full of practical insights and fascinating gut science.   Learn more about Tiny Health on Instagram @tiny.health and check out the Tiny Health blog   Resources: • Which lab test is best for you? → • Get functional lab testing → • Follow along on Instagram →   In this episode: 01:05 – Introducing Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health 03:58 – The story behind Tiny Health 11:27 – Baby gut-related symptoms 15:35 – Why the first 1000 days matter so much 17:59 – Conventional medicine vs. microbiome testing 25:09 – Case study: Noah's gut test results after a C-section birth 28:18 – Natural ways to support infant gut health 32:29 – Why both parents' gut health matters too 38:42 – Missing beneficial bacteria vs. pathogens 43:58 – Building gut resilience in children 50:29 – Introducing solids, allergens, and microbial diversity 55:42 – Key takeaway for parents   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    The Infant Microbiome: Cheryl Sew Hoy on Baby Gut Health, Colic, Eczema, Allergies, Sleep & the First 1,000 Days

  8. May 29

    A Personal Update: Motherhood, Home Renovations, Sleep Deprivation, and Life Behind the Scenes

    In this episode, I'm sharing a little life update and bringing you behind the scenes of what's been going on lately. We talk about Noah's latest sleep phase and how months of interrupted sleep have shown up in my own lab results. I also share an update on our kitchen remodel after discovering mold earlier this year. We get into what it's been like introducing solids and some of the unexpected challenges that come with teaching a baby how to eat. I definitely don't have everything figured out in this season of motherhood, but I'm bringing you along for the ride. 😅   Resources: • Which lab test is best for you? → • Get functional lab testing → • Follow along on Instagram →   In this episode: 01:05 – Noah's latest sleep phase 04:27 – My body on sleep deprivation 05:46 – Our mold remodel update 11:28 – Designing our new kitchen 14:47 – Solids are kind of stressful! 19:07 – My musings on motherhood   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!

    A Personal Update: Motherhood, Home Renovations, Sleep Deprivation, and Life Behind the Scenes
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Welcome to Her Healing Path! I'm Tanya Ellie – your host, holistic health practitioner, and guide. If you're ready to naturally heal from the root, elevate your holistic health, and transform your life, you're in the right place. Each week, I'll be guiding you to explore your wellness on a deeper level, through holistic nutrition, lifestyle, and a wide range of natural remedies that will bring deep healing to your mind, body, and soul. Whether I'm drawing from my own experience, interviewing an inspiring top wellness expert, or answering your own questions – I promise to cover the topics that truly matter. So join me to learn how to nourish your body from the inside out and restore your body's natural ability to heal. New episodes drop every Friday!

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  • Creator
    Tanya Ellie
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024
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    Her Healing Path