Show Notes:

You’re doing “everything right”—eating clean, working out, and taking supplements—but you still feel tired, inflamed, or bloated. Sound familiar? In this episode, Jen is joined by Erin Holt, a functional nutritionist and founder of the Functional Nutrition Academy. Erin shares the hidden reasons your body might be fighting back, even when your habits look healthy on paper. From trauma and stress to restrictive eating and the nervous system, this conversation reveals what wellness routines often leave out—and how to truly heal from the inside out.

Key Takeaways:

• Clean eating isn’t always enough—stress and trauma matter too
• Your nervous system directly impacts digestion, hormones, and inflammation
• Over-supplementing or under-eating can keep you stuck in “healing mode”
• Functional labs are helpful, but context and coaching are key
• Erin’s Functional Nutrition Academy teaches practitioners a full-body approach to healing
• Gut health, hormone balance, and metabolism are all connected through nervous system function
• You’re not broken—your body’s just asking for something different

🔗 Mentioned in the Episode:

• Erin Holt’s Website
• Follow Erin Holt on Instagram
• Erin Holt's Podcast

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The content provided by Wake Up and Read the Labels and Jen Smiley is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Jen Smiley is not a licensed nutritionist, dietitian, or health professional. All recommendations and insights are based on her personal research and experiences. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or wellness routines.

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Most of us think our homes are safe—but what if your bed, your humidifier, or even your receipts are making you sick? In this episode, Jen talks with Dr. Tania Elliott, a dual board-certified physician in internal medicine and allergy & immunology, about the surprising ways everyday habits and home environments may be harming your health. From dust mites and mold to hormone-disrupting toxins, Dr. Tania shares powerful insights and practical fixes—without the fear-mongering.

Key Takeaways:

• Don’t make your bed right away—it traps dust mites and moisture
• Avoid going to bed with wet hair—it can lead to mold and dandruff
• Your humidifier may be making you sick—clean it or switch to a dehumidifier
• Freezer trick for stuffed animals—kills dust mites and bacteria
• Allergy meds vs. immunotherapy—why the long-term fix may be worth it
• Healthcare isn’t health-focused—Dr. Tania breaks down the broken system
• Top labs to request—Ferritin, B12, and thyroid for women’s health
• Her new Healthy Home Guide walks through room-by-room changes with science-backed advice

🔗 Mentioned in the Episode:

• Dr. Tania Elliott’s Website
• Follow Dr. Tania on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
• Dr. Tania’s Substack

Disclaimer:

The content provided by Wake Up and Read the Labels and Jen Smiley is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Jen Smiley is not a licensed nutritionist, dietitian, or health professional. All recommendations and insights are based on her personal research and experiences. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or wellness routines.

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Everyone’s asking: What should I stop eating in 2025? Jen breaks it all down with five sneaky "health" foods that are secretly spiking your inflammation, disrupting your gut, and keeping you tired and bloated. From sparkling water to yogurt and bread, she reveals what to ditch—and what to swap in instead—for more energy and less confusion at the grocery store.

Key Takeaways:

• LaCroix and other flavored sparkling waters may contain PFAS—“forever chemicals” that mess with hormones, thyroid, and immune health.
• Nut Pods and other “plant-based” creamers use synthetic emulsifiers like dipotassium phosphate, which inflame your gut and drive cravings.
• Veggie sticks are mostly seed oils and additives, not vegetables. Swap them for clean brands like Lesser Evil, Siete, or Tatamata.
• Chobani and most conventional yogurts contain milk from GMO-fed cows and pasteurized probiotics. Try coconut-based yogurts like Kalina or Coconut Cult instead.
• Dave’s Killer Bread is ultra-processed and loaded with omega-6s and gluten. Jen recommends Pasha Bread (with code “WAKEUP” for 20% off) as a clean, fermented alternative.

Disclaimer:

The content provided by Wake Up and Read the Labels and Jen Smiley is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Jen Smiley is not a licensed nutritionist, dietitian, or health professional. All recommendations and insights are based on her personal research and experiences. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or wellness routines.

Additionally, some of the links shared may be affiliate links, meaning Wake Up and Read the Labels may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This supports our ability to bring you quality content.

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