Functional Foundations
Functional Foundations is an online learning platform designed to serve as a comprehensive resource for you outside of your one-on-one sessions with your Boston Functional Nutrition practitioner.
1.1 Welcome to Functional Foundations
2. A Message from Ayla: Tops Tips for Success
1. A Message from Ayla: Welcome to Functional Foundations
2.1 SMART Goal Setting
2.2 A Message from Ayla: Prepping for Dietary Transitions
3. Time Saving Tips + Pointers for Dining Out
4. Tips for Healthy Cooking
Resource: Vegetables and Nutrient-Dense Fats
5. Composing Your Snacks from the "Snack Matrix"
Recipes: Program Approved Snacks
Resource: Brand Recommendations
Resource: Joyful Movement
Support: Workout Resources
Finding Community: Join the Forum
1. A Message From Ayla: Starting Week 1
1.1 Why Eliminate | Week 1
Recipes: Cranberry Drink + Bone Broth
2. Dietary Transitions | Week 1
3. Composing Your Plate | Week 1
Recipes: Program Approved Menus | Week 1
Resource: The "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen"
4. How to Deal with Cravings
5. The Importance of Vitamin D
6. Cholesterol Isn't a Bad Word After All
6.1 More on Cholesterol
7. Managing and Reducing Stress
7.1 Abdominal Breathing
Resource: Caffeine Evaluation
8. A Message from Ayla: Week 1 Wrap Up
Support: Empowering Through Change
1. A Message from Ayla: Welcome to Week 2
2. Why Eliminate | Week 2
2.1 A Message from Ayla: Dietary Transitions
2.2 A Message From Ana: How to Ween Yourself Off Caffeine
Recipes: Program Approved Menus | Week 2
3. Dietary Transitions | Week 2
4. Composing Your Plate | Week 2
6. Organic Foods Guide
5. The Mechanics of Eating
8. Improving Gut Health + Digestion
7. Nutrient-dense Fats VS. Inflammatory Fats
9. A Message from Ayla: Week 2 Wrap Up
Support: Sharing Ideas
1. A Message from Ayla | Welcome to Week 3
2. Why Eliminate | Week 3
3. Dietary Transitions | Week 3
4. Composing Your Plate | Week 3
Recipes: Program Approved Menus | Week 3
5. Restoring Your Gut
6. The Truth About Acid Reflux
7. A Message from Ayla: Week 3 Wrap Up
Support: Checking in With Your Body
1. A Message from Ayla | Welcome to Week 4
2. Why Eliminate | Week 4
3. Dietary Transitions | Week 4
4. Composing Your Plate | Week 4
Recipes: Program Approved Menus | Week 4
5. Addressing Antibiotics
Resource: Healthy Sleep and Stress Managment
Resource: How to Sleep Better
6. A Message from Ayla: Week 4 Wrap Up
Support: Time to Recharge
1. A Message from Ayla | Welcome to Week 5 (Detox Week!)
2. Why Eliminate (Detox Edition) | Week 5
3. Detox Dietary Transitions | Week 5
4. Composing Your Plate | Week 5
5. Demystifying Detox | Week 5
Resource: Supporting Detoxification
Recipes: Program Approved Menus | Week 5
Resource: Detox Allowed Foods
Recipe: Detox Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Resource: Non-Toxic Choices for Food Preparation
6. The Pitfalls of Processed Grains
7. After the Detox
Support: Food Reintroduction Response Chart
8. A Message from Ayla | Detox Week Wrap Up
Support: Talking Detox
1. A Message from Ayla | Welcome to Week 6
2. What's Next for My Nutrition?
3. The Basics of Blood Pressure
Resource: Understanding Trigger Foods
Recipes: for Reintroductions & Beyond
Recipes: Basic Flavorizers
Recipes: Roasted Veggies
Resource: Building a Better Smoothie
Brain Function | How to Optimize
Body Image & Weight Management
Endometriosis | Specialist Resources
Essential Nutrients | Fatty Acids
Essential Nutrients | Functional Foods
Essential Nutrients | Magnesium Evaluation
Essential Nutrients | Minerals
Essential Nutrients | Rainbow Evaluation
Essential Nutrients | Vitamins
Gluten-Free Snacks
Gut Health | Foundations for Optimal Digestion
Gut Health | Hunger Awareness Exercise
Gut Health | Bristol Stool Chart
Herbs | Herbal Infusions
Herbs | Herbal Infusion Options
Herbs | Ginger Infusion Method
Immunity | How to Boost Immunity Naturally
Managing Dietary Restrictions | A Guide To Eating Gluten-Free
Meal Planning | Meal Prepping Shortcuts
Water Filtration System
Essential Nutrients | Iodine Evaluation
Essential Nutrients | Vitamin D Evaluation
Herbs | Herbal Iron Tonic Syrup
Herbs | Ginger Infusion Method
Fertility Evaluation
Video | How do I Best Nourish my Fertility
Essential Nutrients | Vitamin D Evaluation
Essential Nutrients | Iron Evaluation
Essential Nutrients | Prenatal Nutrition
Herbs | Ginger Infusion Method
Herbs | Herbal Iron Tonic Syrup
Pregnancy | Natural Treatments for Common Symptoms
Safety | Essential Oils
Safety | Food Safety in Pregnancy
Video | How Can I Best Protect my Pregnancy?
Video | What are the Real Dos and Donts of Pregnancy?
Strategies for Better Sleep
Healthy Sleep & Stress Management
Mindfulness for Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
Circadian Rhythm & Cortisol Balance
4 7 8 Breathing
Circadian Rhythm & Cortisol Balance
Getting Started with Meditation
Gratitude Journal
Reiki & Meditation Event
Strategies for Transforming Stress
Stress & Blood Sugar Balance
Video | Mind-Body Meditation
Phases of the Cycle Yoga Flow
Bodyweight Workout
Cool Down | Bodyweight
Cool Down | Foam Roller
HIIT | Arms, Back, Legs
HIIT | Full Body #1
HIIT | Full Body #2
Mobility Movements
Swiss Ball Workout
TRX Workout
Video | Core & Back Care
Video | Flexibility
Mindful Movement