The Functional Nurse Practitioner

For any women looking to improve their energy without endless supplements and medications...

There are 3 common mistakes that could be getting in the way.

After helping countless women with Hashimoto's overcome fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain...

These are the 3 common beliefs (or mistakes) I often see that we need to fix if we want sustained energy:

😓Believing that more supplements will solve the problem.

😓Ignoring the importance of sleep and its impact on energy levels.

😓Underestimating the role of gut health in overall wellness.

If this resonates, then...

Check out my latest free training that shows you the exact steps I've used to support numerous clients in going from constant exhaustion to vibrant energy while addressing these 3 crucial steps. 👇

Go here 👉https://taraquintana.com/register-ig

Mastering Weight Gain: A Step-by-Step Guide...

If you're struggling with weight gain, you're not alone. If you are not having any weight issues but you know someone who is this may still be helpful information. Please know that I am in no way, shape, or form implying that you have any issues... I just wanted to pass on some information that I found very helpful on my own weight loss journey.

Managing your weight can improve your health and well-being, but many fail due to misconceptions and lack of guidance.

Why People Struggle...

👉 Lack of Understanding: Not realizing the connection between diet and weight.

👉 Dietary Missteps: Following diet trends that don’t suit individual needs.

👉 Inconsistent Routines: Energy fluctuations hinder consistency.

👉 Stress and Sleep Issues: Overlooked factors exacerbating weight gain.

👉 Over-reliance on Supplements: Seeking quick fixes over sustainable changes.

But don’t worry, we'll show you how to overcome these obstacles.

✅ Step 1: Prioritize Nutrient-Dense Foods
Focus on whole, unprocessed foods like leafy greens, berries, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

✅ Step 2: Balance Blood Sugar Levels
Avoid foods that spike blood sugar. Opt for balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs.

✅ Step 3: Gentle Exercise
Engage in enjoyable activities like walking, yoga, or swimming to boost energy and reduce stress.

✅ Step 4: Manage Stress
Use mindfulness, meditation, or deep-breathing exercises. Ensure quality sleep with a relaxing bedtime routine.

✅ Step 5: Track Progress
Keep a journal of food intake, exercise, stress levels, and sleep patterns to stay motivated and adjust as needed.

Managing weight gain involves nutrition, blood sugar balance, exercise, stress management, and progress tracking. Start with one step and adjust as needed.

Next Actionable Step: Add more nutrient-dense foods to your diet this week. Keep a simple food journal to track changes.

This guide is your roadmap to mastering weight gain. Save it, share it, and refer back to it for a boost on your health journey.

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Had another awesome conversation with Dr Eric on his show. We answered more of your 'need to know' questions. Check it out here 👇

Episode 164: Thyroid Q & A 10 with Tara Quintana Episode 164 is another Q&A session with Nurse Practitioner Tara Quintana. Questions answered in this episode:- Can long-term dieting or eating disorders impa...

Something Is Out There Trail Run 🏃🏻‍♀️

Rider/Runner Beware ☠️

I ran down the Rim Trail from the top of Bobcat like I always do. Coming back up, very close to the entrance to the Rim Trail, there was a severed deer head on the trail. It wasn't there on the way down. It was a fresh kill. Let's just say that I ran (high tailed it to the car) without stopping after taking out my earbuds 💀

EXCITING News!! 📰

Have you grabbed your copy of my latest Ebook? 📖

Are you curious (or confused) about gluten and gluten-free products? 🤔

Grab your copy - it's FREE! 🆓

I've linked it below in the comments. ⬇️

2024 Solar Eclipse - a few of my favorite pics 😍

West Gate - Clear. Hindsight should have brought the rhino. Note to self - when clearing BIG tree limbs, thrown them down the hill, not up. Was almost taken out by a BIG one which came charging at me 😂

Hard work definitely pays off! Look what came in the mail yesterday 🤩

Looks like Tom has another job to do 😂 Frame, backlit display box, probably more rope lights.

Functional Medicine not only changed my life - giving me back my health... It changed my direction in life. I am beyond grateful for the warmth and support I've received over the past 10 months. Having my own practice - words cannot describe the feeling. I get to do what I love every single day. 🌈

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Are you curious about functional medicine? Do you want to know more about what functional medicine is and how can impact your health? Join me tomorrow morning at 10am as we dive into this topic ☘️

What is Functional Medicine? Acute vs Chronic Disease Care Chronic disease is a serious issue that affects a significant portion of the US population. It’s alarming to know that 6 out of 10 adults are battling with a...

What is your purpose? What do you want your health for?

Latest podcast episode is LIVE on all your favorite podcast platforms and also on YouTube.

To watch and listen, click here 👇

The Path to Well Being: Aligning Health Goals with Life's Purpose In today's episode, we delve into the profound connection between health and purpose. Our journey starts with understanding the pivotal role of purpose in ou...

Freezing Morning Trail Run 🏃🏻‍♀️

Immune System Dysfunction through a Functional Medicine lens

Never give up on yourself! Never! No matter what disease, disorder, or dysfunction you have been labeled with. You are more than your diagnosis.

Happy New Year! I want to thank my wonderful community for an amazing 2023. The community we have at The Functional Nurse Practitioner inspires me every day to grow and learn - to become a better practitioner/mentor.

Starting my own practice brought many challenges. I had to really zero in on my "why". Having a solid "why" helps us to overcome each obstacle that comes our way. Dreams are meant to be followed. You can do anything you set your mind to. The question is - what do you want?

Are you at a job you hate? Do you feel underutilized? Are you just going through the motions day-to-day?

I challenge you, my friends, to think about what inspires you... What gets your creative juices flowing. If I had a magic wand and could wave it over you and give you the life you want, what does it look like.

I challenge you to plan, write it down, imagine it. We need to create the space in our minds for our plan to transpire. Are you ready to begin your journey, my friends? ☀️

2023 Last Trail Run 🏃🏻‍♀️

What are you your plans for New Year's Eve? 🥂I hope whatever they are - they involve lots of safe fun.

2024 is looking very bright my friends ☀️ Are you and I aligned for the upcoming year - getting optimized! This week's newsletter was all about strategies for starting off 2024 on the right foot. Are you receiving my newsletter? If not, link is in the comments!

One of my goals for 2024 is to create a masterclass! I have had many requests, so I have teamed up with a certified nutrition counselor and a certified yoga instructor to provide top notch information to my wonderful community. We will be putting out a beta version. If you are interested in learning more, click here 👇
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Frigid Morning Trail Run 🏃🏻‍♀️

Why Allopathic Medicine Providers Should Refer To Functional Medicine Practitioners

Today's Healthcare system needs to expand past protocols and medication regimens to get to the root causes of the disease processes to change cellular physiology. 💊

In acute care medicine, protocols can save your life! 🛟 In chronic disease management, protocols can keep you locked in the disease process. 🔒

Have you heard about Functional Medicine? It matters friends!

Oh, by the way - say hello to the latest certified IFM practitioner! It was a loooonnngg and challenging road, but my friends - sooooo worth it!! I changed my cellular physiology and reversed several disease processes that I was told could not be reversed (shout out to my genetics)! They were wrong 🌟

Tara Quintana, APRN, FNP-C, IFMCP 🤩

Been Too Long Trail Run 🏃🏻‍♀️

I was slow, and it was hard! I walked the last quarter mile because I did not want to push myself past a healthy point. But I was in the woods (my happy place).

It's no joke getting sick! Shout out to the seasonal flu that got me down after finally getting back on my feet from a different pathogen! And to think it all started with a massive chemical exposure which essentially short circuited my body! It was a reminder (necessary one) that I need to always prioritize self care and not neglect the most important person in my life - ME!

Just like YOU are the most important person in your life!! Friends, we have to love and care for ourselves or we will not be able to care for others the way we want and need to.

What are you doing today for self care?

Griffy Hike 🚶🏻‍♀️

Mitochondrial Health - Through a Functional Medicine lens.

Since I am riding bikes tonight thought it best to not push my body past it's desirable point. We can certainly overdo it! I sure as heck know that I have in the past. Get outside today!

Before my run this morning - I set up my tripod to capture the sunrise at my favorite lookout - I beat the Leaf Lookers 😁 What a breathtaking view 🍁