Root Cause Reset

April Blackford and Dani Larsen, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioners
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Root Cause Reset is a podcast dedicated to helping you uncover the root causes of your health challenges and reset your body for lasting wellness. Hosted by functional health practitioners, April Blackford and Dani Larsen, each episode dives deep into the holistic approaches that address the underlying issues behind gut health, hormone imbalances, stress, and more. Together, they bring their expertise and personal experiences to empower you with practical strategies, insightful interviews, and real-world solutions to help you reset your health, restore balance, and reclaim your energy. 

Episodes

  1. 5D AGO

    Fibermaxxing: Why Everyone Is Suddenly Obsessed with Fiber

    Everyone is suddenly obsessed with fiber… but is more actually better? In this episode of the Root Cause Reset podcast, we’re breaking down the viral trend of “fibermaxxing” and what it really means for your gut health. If you’ve been seeing people brag about hitting 60–80 grams of fiber a day and wondering if you should be doing the same—this episode is for you. We dive into: • Why fiber has become such a hot topic in the wellness space • The different types of fiber and how they impact your body • Why some people feel amazing with more fiber… and others feel bloated, gassy, and uncomfortable • The connection between fiber, gut bacteria, and digestion • How issues like dysbiosis, SIBO, and slow motility can change your response to fiber • Practical strategies to increase fiber the right way without wrecking your gut Fiber is incredibly beneficial—but like most things in nutrition, more is not always better. The real goal is diversity, balance, and understanding what your body actually needs. If you’ve ever felt confused about fiber, struggled with bloating after “healthy” foods, or wondered how to support your gut without making symptoms worse—this episode will give you clarity. Tune in to learn how to work with your gut instead of against it.

    12 min

  2. JAN 26

    MCAS Explained: Why Your Body Reacts to Everything

    Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed conditions out there — and for many people, it explains everything that never quite made sense about their health. In this episode, April and Dani break down MCAS in a way that finally connects the dots. You’ll learn what mast cells actually are, why they exist in nearly every tissue of the body, and how their overactivation can trigger symptoms far beyond “allergies.” From anxiety, insomnia, and neurological symptoms to gut issues, POTS, connective tissue pain, hormone sensitivity, and food intolerances — MCAS is truly a full-body condition. We dive into how MCAS differs from histamine intolerance, why no two people experience it the same way, and why labs often fail to tell the full story. You’ll hear why patient history matters more than a single marker, what “paradoxical reactions” can signal, and why people with MCAS often feel like their body gets angry when they try to do the “right” things. This episode also covers common triggers and drivers — including mold and mycotoxins, infections, gut imbalances, COVID, chronic stress, surgery, and more — and why healing is rarely about finding one single root cause. We talk honestly about the long game of stabilization, nervous system regulation, and rebuilding a sense of safety in the body. You’ll hear practical conversations around mast-cell-friendly living, including: Environmental and home considerationsFood triggers and blood sugar balanceNervous system regulation and vagal toneTraining and movement without flaringSupplements, medications, and why responses are highly individualWhy sleep, patience, and flare plans matter more than perfectionDani also shares her personal journey with MCAS, what it taught her about autonomy and self-experimentation, and how learning your own “normal” can be incredibly healing. If you’ve ever felt like your symptoms don’t fit neatly into one box, your labs don’t explain how bad you feel, or your body seems unpredictable and reactive — this episode is for you. Above all, this conversation is about keeping hope alive and learning how to work with your body, not against it. Healing isn’t linear — but it is possible.

    29 min
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About

Root Cause Reset is a podcast dedicated to helping you uncover the root causes of your health challenges and reset your body for lasting wellness. Hosted by functional health practitioners, April Blackford and Dani Larsen, each episode dives deep into the holistic approaches that address the underlying issues behind gut health, hormone imbalances, stress, and more. Together, they bring their expertise and personal experiences to empower you with practical strategies, insightful interviews, and real-world solutions to help you reset your health, restore balance, and reclaim your energy. 

Information

  • Creator
    April Blackford and Dani Larsen, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioners
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Root Cause Reset
  • Show Website
    Root Cause Reset

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