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What Is Functional Nutrition Anyway?

Functional Nutrition is absolutely my number one jam when it comes to supporting people to feel their best and actually seeing results. Why?

Generally speaking, Functional Nutrition focuses on using food, lifestyle, and nutrients to help restore optimal function in the body at a grassroots level. It does not matter what stage of health or disease someone is at, food and lifestyle can be used to help shift the terrain towards health and away from what is driving dysfunction. We focus on not only preventing future disease and symptoms but also ensuring the body has what it needs to function its best today. We spend time with people, understanding who they are and their story. Functional Nutrition is all about being curious about your unique body and Functional Nutritionists are a lot like detectives.

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Functional Nutrition is about the science or physiology of how each person uniquely interacts with the world. We don’t adhere to one particular diet or health fad but instead we look at what each unique person needs at this unique time, to restore balance and function. There is a partnership between client and practitioner and a large focus on empowering people to know their own body.

Here are 5 core concepts of Functional Nutrition (As developed and taught by the brilliant Andrea Nakayama at The Functional Nutrition Alliance or FxNA)

1. Functional Nutrition relies on the understanding that everyone is unique, everything in the body is connected, and everything we do impacts our health.

  • Everyone is unique– We each have our own genetic makeup, we have our own history, we were all birthed differently, fed differently, we have different microbes in our gut, timeline, health histories, different emotions, stressors, trauma, and triggers. In Functional Nutrition we map out each unique person, not only a diagnosis, symptom, or lab, but a holistic view of what makes each person unique. We take this information into consideration and focus on personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans.
  • Everything is connected– All of our body systems are connected and interact; our brain, our hormones, energy, immune system, gut, mental health, adrenals, and detox capabilities. Who we are, what we do, and how they each function impacts them all and they cannot be divided up without considering this interconnectedness. We map this out on a matrix and track it over time for each person. It is exciting to see multiple areas improve when you address the whole person.
  • Everything we do matters– What we eat clearly has a direct impact on health and how our body functions, but so does our mindset, how we process stress, if we are/have been exposed to toxins, how we move our body, how connected we are with others or a purpose, how we relax, how we breath, how we sleep, and more. These things all have a direct effect on our internal biochemistry. Everything we do impacts our health. We track this and continuously reassess efforts to support unique health goals.

2. In Functional Nutrition we are constantly addressing the root causes of symptoms and disease.

We like to think of Symptoms and disease as branches on a tree. We focus primarily on the roots. The major roots that drive chronic symptoms and disease include Chronic Inflammation, Gut Imbalances, and Genetics. In Functional nutrition we target the roots and the terrain that health or disease take root in. We are constantly asking WHY (root cause) symptoms occur more often than WHAT (diagnosis).

  • Inflammation- Inflammation is an important immune response in the body that we rely on for healing and repairing tissues. The problem is when inflammation becomes chronic and does not turn off and results in tissue damage. We now know that Chronic inflammation is one of the major driving causes of all chronic disease. Going ‘upstream’ and addressing what is causing inflammation impacts many ‘downstream’ symptoms. Causes of chronic inflammation include blood sugar imbalance, eating foods you are sensitive or allergic to, toxic exposure, silent infections, high sugar foods or processed foods, a microbiome imbalance, emotional stress, leaky gut, nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, and more. Calming chronic inflammation helps shifts the terrain in the body towards health and is one of the major roots to address in all health goals.
  • Gut Health– The health of the gut impacts all systems of the body and is another upstream cause of downstream symptoms and disease. Our gut is the intersection between the outside world and our internal terrain. We need our digestive system functioning from top to bottom in order to break down our foods properly so we can get the nutrients we need to function, to avoid chronic immune activation from a leaky gut, to ensure our microbes in our important gut microbiome are balanced so many systems can function properly including hormone balance, mental health, immune function, vitamin synthesis, for toxins to exit our body timely, and for so many more reasons. Addressing gut health is an important step in optimizing overall health and resilience.
  • Genetics- Our genetics have a large influence over our susceptibility and tendency to disease or health. Some things we are born with but we also now know that our food and environment influence our genetic expression and what genes are turned up or down, this is called epi-genetics. Being mindful of what genes we are turning up or down is an empowering way to take control of health.

3. Functional Nutrition relies on a Three Tiered approach when it comes to making recommendations-

All symptoms and disease exist in an environment. This work is meant to shift the environment towards health, setting the stage for healing and repair. Symptoms are downstream to bigger upstream imbalances. We do not give random suggestions but instead have a very well thought out approach that gets results.

  • Tier 1- First it works best to do some basic clean up work and set the stage for health to take root. This means strategically removing triggering foods and lifestyle practices that may be causing excessive inflammation, gut dysfunction, stress, or other damage and imbalance that is driving the problem. This looks different for everyone. We look at food, stress, sleep, hydration, blood sugar, movement, poop, toxins, joy and more. This initial cleanup work serves to clear and calm the body enough for most people to see big improvements with how they feel and function and for the body to do some necessary repair work.
  • Tier 2- The body needs specific nutrients and factors to function. Replacing any deficiencies in the body, such as specific nutrients (macro/micro/phyto), digestive enzymes, other digestive secretions, healthy microbes, antioxidants, whatever key substances the body needs to function and do its job is an important and often overlooked step.
  • After the first 2 tiers are addressed and the groundwork is set by removing triggers and replacing deficiencies, if still necessary, deeper digging, investigating, and possibly partnering with other professionals to repair tissues and restore function might be needed.

4. In Functional Nutrition there are 3 core basics that need to be addressed when working with any symptom or disease.

Optimizing transit time, aka poop, ensuring someone is getting enough quality sleep, and regulating blood sugar are three vital steps to address when considering any health issue. No matter what fancy protocol or herb you are taking, if these three are off it will be hard to reach your health goals. Why? These three things are like a cars ‘check engine’ light that comes on when there is an internal problem.

  • Poop– Our bowel movements are a big indicator of gut function and overall health. When transit time, poop color, shape, etc are off it tells us something is wrong somewhere upstream that needs to be addressed. Having irregular bowel movements can also cause downstream problems anywhere in the body. So it is both an indicator of a bigger problem and a driver of other problems.
  • Sleep– We heal and repair when we sleep. If we are not sleeping it can be indicative of hormone imbalances but also prevents our body from healing and repairing. So sleep, like poop, is a critical indicator of health and driver of more dysfunction.
  • Blood Sugar – Blood sugar swings impact everyone (not just diabetics) and impacts our hormones, energy, mood, sleep, stress levels, immune system, mental health, and more. Beyond causing problems on its own, it is challenging to heal when our blood sugar is swinging up and down impacting so many body systems. Optimizing this overflows to every other body system including gut health, inflammation, stress, metabolism, and more.

5. In Functional Nutrition we are all about empowering people to understand their own unique body and their own unique physiology. We form a partnership with clients.

Teaching people the tools to know what their own body is saying is key and is an important part of functional nutrition. We work in partnerships with people who want to take an active role in improving their health. We help you connect the dots between food and lifestyle and your symptoms and how you feel. We want you to be your own expert and advocate for yourself.

Functional Nutritionists work with people struggling with cancer, immune issues, eating disorders, mental health challenges, autoimmune disease, hormone imbalances, gut issues, energy issues, skin problems, kids, women, men, athletes, pregnant mamas and anyone looking to use food and lifestyle to help rebalance and function their best. We recognize that there is a spectrum of health, not just diseased or healthy, and we help people move the dial towards personal goals and optimal wellness. Since each person is unique, so is the plan to restore health.

Pretty awesome, huh?

Janel Ferrin Anderson is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, a Certified Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner, A certified BioIndividual Nutrition Consultant, a certified Yoga Therapist, and has her doctorate in Natural Medicine. Janel obsesses over why things work the way they do and supports people to discover what is true for their unique body. She has a Holistic and Functional Nutrition Office in Truckee/Tahoe but also works online with individuals and groups interested in using food and lifestyle to improve how you function? Check out Mountain Rebalance today! Learn more about Janel here and hear what people are saying about working with Janel here

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Annual Spring Cleanse and Liver Love! 2023 Dates are here…..

First cleanse? 100th cleanse? Join this unique, no BS, spring cleanse at the level is right for your unique body. Join me to REPLENISH and REJUVENATE

“Mountain Rebalance’s Liver Love cleanse was not like any other cleanse I have done. Instead of feeling deprived, I felt nourished throughout the entire process. Janel provided empowering information on nutrition, delicious recipes, as well as other forms of self-care that support an ongoing healthy lifestyle. I highly recommend this cleanse and look forward to the next one!” -2022 Spring Cleanser

2023 Nourishing Spring Cleanse Dates

ONLINE GROUP and IN PERSON GROUP!!!

Cleanse Packets and Videos Go Out FRIDAY April 14th.

Group Cleanse is the week of May 1st- May 7th (or pick a time that works for you)

ONLINE- Four 30 Minute Group Calls on Thursdays at noon pacific with me, Janel. April 20th, April 27th, May 4th, May 11th.

Online Sign up

IN PERSON- Wednesday at 930am at The Tahoe Food Hub in Truckee. April 19th, 26th, May 3rd and 11th). Food demo following

In Person Sign up

Cleanse at a level that is right for YOU and welcome in the VIBRANT energy of spring!

Bring in the fresh and light energy of the spring, support your liver and support detoxification. Nourish your body and your soul during this natural time of year to cleanse. Set or reset new habits that move you towards feeling and functioning your best.

This is a chance to clear out the old and RESET, REPAIR and REPLENISH

Join Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Doctor of Natural Medicine, Family Herbalist, and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist Janel Ferrin Anderson on this AWESOME and unique spring cleanse and deep dive into detoxification, your liver, and optimizing how you function.

No fad diets here, just an awesome, short, nourishing, seasonal cleanse to jump start your body at a cellular level.

Previous spring cleansers get 40% off code is- SPRINGALUMNI40

Early bird discount! Price goes up April 10th

Sign up now for In Person in Truckee

Spring is the season of the the liver and spring produce is all about liver nutrients. The liver is important for hundreds of everyday functions and directly impacts hormone health, blood sugar, nutrient storage, fat digestion, protein digestion, enzyme synthesis, cholesterol, energy, and of course DETOXIFICATION of all substances that enter your body through the air, water, food, skin, and gut.

Give your body what it needs this spring to hit reset, flush out the old and bring in the vibrant new.

We are going to REDUCE toxins coming in, LOAD UP on nutrients that support our body’s detoxification pathways, INCLUDE lifestyle practices that support detoxification, and set INTENTIONS for what we want to bring into our life.

Yes this is a rejuvenating cleanse but it is so much more! Learn new habits and recipes to nourish your body for decades to come, empower yourself by learning the ‘why’ behind cleansing, connect with like minded community, learn what herbs and lifestyle practices aid us in detoxing, giver your liver some love, work with Functional Medicine Nutritionist Janel Ferrin Anderson, and eat delicious food while nourishing your entire body.

Come away feeling revitalized and restored

THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL COOKIE CUTTER CLEANSE THAT I AM RE-MARKETING. I carefully designed this cleanse to help accommodate individual needs and support the body to function and cleanse its best.

Why Cleanse?

First off, doing a spring cleanse is simply an awesome way to mindfully load up on nourishing nutrients and give your body the tools to flush out and repair.

Bu there is one thing we all share which is our exposure to an increasing amount of toxins and stressors in our world. And while our body is designed to detox and cleanse everyday, the problem is the amount of toxins that are entering our body coupled with an increasingly nutrient deficient food supply and other modern day factors that slow down detox pathways. This idea is called Total Load or body burden. So it is not about one or two toxins, but about the accumulation over time. When our body becomes overburdened we start to feel it. Our liver is one of our detox organs and we are going to give it exactly what it needs to do its job and we can revitalize.

According to Rupa Health, these are some signs that your body may have toxins building up

  • headaches or migraines
  • insomnia
  • skin rashes
  • tiredness, fatigue
  • difficulty paying attention or focusing
  • bloating
  • lack of energy
  • body aches and pains

Who is this cleanse for?

Yes, we are all exposed to an increasingly high amount toxins but because we are all unique and are at different places in our lives, with different activity levels, stressors, gut health, cleanse experience, life commitments, etc… there is no one cleanse that works for everyone. That is why I include 3 options. This way you can pick what feels right for you.

I will help you choose what is best for you. This cleanse is appropriate for anyone looking to cleanse because of this unique and personalized flexibility.

  • A building cleanse is for those that might be recovering from an injury, or breastfeeding, with a lot of physical demands on them, or are new to cleansing. In this cleanse we still bring in all the cleansing foods of spring and restorative practices but we include more solid foods, clean proteins and healthy fats to make sure you meet your needs.
  • A balancing cleanse is for most of us. We balance delicious cleansing foods, nourishing smoothies, green juices, and soups while incorporating supportive cleansing lifestyle practices.
  • A naked cleanse is for those that have cleansed before, that already eat a clean and nutrient dense diet, or that prefer the simplicity of this cleanse.

First cleanse? 100th cleanse? Join where you are and pick which level is right for your unique body

This is your chance to flush out and replenish–

2023 SCHEDULE

  • 2 short Recorded classes that you can watch anytime so you can learn about what we are doing and why we are doing it. You will walk away empowered!
  • Menus, meal plans, recipes, cooking demos, herbs, tips, tricks, and more (THIS IS MY FAVORITE RECIPE BOOK OF THE YEAR)
  • Info goes out APRIL 13th! PLENTY OF TIME TO ORGANIZE BEFORE CLEANSE
  • Easy to use format and Cleanse Packet with tips on cleansing, trouble shooting a cleanse, essential oils, detox enhancers, herbs, and more
  • Closed facebook group for sharing recipes, experiences, pics, connecting, supporting, and for asking questions
  • Online Live Optional 30 minute Q&As on Thursdays at noon April 20th, April 27th , May 4th, May 11th
  • In person on Wednesdays at the Tahoe Food Hub at 930am
  • Cleanse is the week May 1st-7th
  • Group Lake Jump, for Tahoe locals, to kick off the cleanse May 1st at noon
  • Meet Tuesday morning of the cleanse to breath/stretch (bonus)

Are you ready to send winter energy on its way and welcome in the vibrance of spring with me??

Download the roasted cauliflower recipe and sneaky/delicious way to add detoxifying cruciferous veggies recipe now.

What have people said in the past about this cleanse?

“Spring Cleanse! Oh my. What an incredible experience. I’ve never done something like this in a group. I’ve cleansed before but doing so in a group was so uplifting and encouraging. I LOVED the recipes, the online support, and the WHY! It all made it so much more feasible. Janel shares amazing, obtainable, knowledge on not only the “how” but the “why”. I’d definitely do it again!” -2019 participant

“Great program – short and sweet with lots of benefits – easy to follow – LOVE the new recipe book” -2021 participant

“Working with Janel was a great experience. I felt supported and educated about why this was a good thing for my body. When I believe I am benefitting my health it is easier to stay committed to the cleanse. I feel really good and I will move forward having gained some healthy habits and a better understanding of why nutrition is key to not just my physical health but also my emotional well being. Thank you!” -2020 participant

“I feel totally energized after doing the Spring Cleanse with Janel and the group. She offered a great variety of recipes to make the week of the cleanse and to use in daily life. There was support to set an intention and also a flexibility to create a cleanse that works best for each person. I’ll take this energy and inspiration forward to make better choices in my eating habits and increase my vitality!” -2021 participant

“I just completed Janel’s Spring Cleanse and this is the first time that I have done a cleanse where I felt like I was truly giving my body exactly what it needs without depriving it in the process. The purposeful decisions from my cleanse (and as I reintroduce foods) have carried over into my life and I am loving the boost of consciousness!” -2021 Veronica Lichter www.RumpusART.com

Mountain Rebalance’s Liver Love cleanse was not like any other cleanse I have done. Instead of feeling deprived, I felt nourished throughout the entire process. Janel provided empowering information on nutrition, delicious recipes, as well as other forms of self-care that support an ongoing healthy lifestyle. I highly recommend this cleanse and look forward to the next one! -2022 Spring Cleanser

The Spring Cleanse has been part of my ritual for many years like my own “new year,” and having Janel’s knowledge and guidance makes it extremely easy to prepare, stay focused, and feel supported. Many of Her recipes have Become staples in my house which is fantastic bc it brings some of that clean eating for the whole family. I look forward to learning more from Janel in the upcoming seasons. -2022 Spring Cleanser

Click here to SIGN UP NOW! In Person in Truckee

Let’s Do This!

Early Bird cost of the entire program is $150. Previous Spring Cleanse participants get 40% off (that is $60 off!!)

Price goes up to $165 after April 10th

DON’T WAIT! SIGN UP NOW

This is NOT about depriving ourselves but instead about NOURISHING ourselves with specific cleansing foods. If you have done 20 cleanses or if this is your first one, this is for you!

Learn how to activate your systems of elimination, give your body a chance to reset, restore depleted nutrients, reduce inflammation, reduce the stressors on your gut so it can do it’s job allowing all your body systems to function better.

WHAT YOU WILL GET-

  • 1 easy to use cleanse packet loaded with awesome cleansing tips
  • Live Q&A sessions each week with Janel
  • 3 cleanse specific menus laid out for you to choose from
  • 3 cleanse specific delicious and beautiful recipe books
  • daily protocol to support your body’s detoxification systems
  • bonus cooking videos include- juicing in a blender, making nut milks, cooking healing broths, and many more
  • tips on how to sleep better, process toxins better, supportive cleansing herbs, essential oils, etc
  • optional supplement suggestions to support your cleanse
  • recorded lessons about the cleanse so you can learn about how/why to spring cleanse (access through the summer)
  • daily lifestyle tips to support your cleanse
  • education around detox organs and how they work and what they need to do their job
  • tips on troubleshooting a cleanse
  • breathwork practices to support cleansing
  • FB group to expand learning on specific interests, connect, and share with others
  • info on toxins and alternative clean choices

Join us for all the fun or take the protocol/recipes/packet and do your own thing.

Have you watched the fun Find Your Liver Video? More importantly have you found your liver? And can you believe how important it is? It is on the right side of your torso, just under your ribs on the right. Find yours!

Sign up here and reserve your spot

Check out what makes a perfect spring detox salad here

Booking Provided by Healthie

What people are saying about working with Janel at Mountain Rebalance

Janel Ferrin Anderson FNLP NC DNM

Hello. I am Janel. I am pumped to dig into a spring cleanse with you. Empowering people to understand how their unique body works and how the choices we make impact that is my passion. Optimizing how we function through food and lifestyle choices affects every part of our life including emotional, mental, physical and spiritual. Join us this spring and optimize YOU. Learn more about me here

Check out the 6 week women’s hormone club!
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Symptoms Of Hormone Imbalance. Do Yours Need a Rebalance?

We need our hormones in balance to feel vibrant, strong, sharp, calm, and resilient.

Signs your blood sugar may be out of balance:

  • Cravings for sweets, sugar, or bread products
  • Fatigue after eating a meal or a “food-coma”
  • Lightheadedness if meals are missed
  • Eating sweets does not relieve the cravings for sweets
  • Dependence on coffee to keep yourself going or get started
  • Difficulty losing weight
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia

Symptoms of female hormone imbalance

  • Acne or oily skin
  • Bloating
  • Bone loss
  • Decreased fertility
  • Depression
  • Excess facial and body hair
  • Hot flashes
  • Heavy or painful periods
  • Irregular periods
  • Irritability
  • Loss of muscle mass
  • Loss of scalp hair
  • Low libido
  • Memory lapses
  • Mood swings
  • Nervousness
  • Night sweats
  • Poor concentration
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Tender or fibrocystic breasts
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Weight gain

Symptoms of thyroid imbalance

Overactive (Hyperthyroidism)

  • Nervousness 
  • Tremor 
  • Mental fogginess
  • Poor concentration
  • Racing heartbeat
  • Muscle aches and pains
  • Heat intolerance
  • Reduced menstrual flow

Underactive (Hypothyroidism)

  • Fatigue
  • Depressed mood
  • Mental fogginess
  • Poor concentration
  • Weight gain
  • Bloating (fluid retention)
  • Muscle aches and pains
  • High cholesterol
  • Feeling cold
  • Excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding
  • Constipation

Symptoms of adrenal imbalance

  • Allergies / asthma
  • Sugar cravings
  • Arthritis               
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Bone loss       
  • Memory lapse and brain fog
  • Chemical sensitivities
  • Morning/evening fatigue
  • High blood sugar
  • Increased abdominal fat
  • Wired and Tired
  • Depression
  • Fatigue exercising
  • Insomnia
  • Needing coffee to wake up or get through the day
  • Not feeling awake even after a good nights sleep
  • Anxiety

Our endocrine system, or hormonal system, is an interconnected web of communications that depends on a delicate balance. A hormone is made in a gland, it travels in the blood, it reaches and is received by the target cell or tissue, causes an appropriate action, then it is detoxed and excreted (video). We need them in balance to feel vibrant, strong, sharp, calm, and resilient. Things that influence them include nutrient deficiencies, toxins, an over burdened liver, dehydration, stress, autoimmune diseases, inflammation, digestive system dysfunction, and more.

Join us this January to Rebalance, Feel your Best, and come away Empowered to take control of your hormone health. As always with Janel, don’t just find out what to do but learn WHY.

For more information look here, email Janel at Janel@mountainrebalance.com, or sign up now to secure your spot.


The content here is intended for informational purposes only.  This is not a substitute for one on one care with your medical provider. Janel uses food, herbs and lifestyle to optimize how people function . Janel does not diagnose or treat specific diseases but instead works on the overall terrain.

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Women’s Hormone Club and Reset- Replenish Your Body And Learn About Balancing Hormones-

“The Women’s Hormone Club is an essential for every women. This class is power, new insights, science, tangible tools and understanding your body as we age. If you are considering taking this class, it could honestly change (and save) your life!”- 2022 participant (see more testimonials below)

Hormones impact cravings, weight, energy, mood, sleep, drive, skin, muscle, bones, libido, brain function, pms, headaches, bloating, and more! Imagine knowing exactly how to optimize your hormones as you age.

Hormone Club 2023 will be here in no time! Sign up early to secure your spot. There will be an IN PERSON and ONLINE version this year. REGISTRATION FOR BOTH ARE OPEN!!!! EARLY BIRD PRICING BEFORE DECEMBER 17th. PLUS GET MY SEASONAL ELIXIR GUIDE AS A BONUS!!!! CODE- EARLY10%OFF

Learn about ways to Balance Your Hormones with food, herbs, lifestyle, and nutrients while replenishing And Rejuvenating Your Entire Body. Feel Your Best so you can age your best!

2023 January dates- Work on your own or meet with the group. Online Q&As will be on Thursdays at 12pm Pacific. In person Q&As will be 930am on Thursdays in Truckee at Three Feathers. All the course work is yours for the year and you can do it at your own pace.

Calling all women 40-55’ish who want to rock this thing called aging. Know your body better than anyone else so you can reach your health goals.

Email me with questions

Get the support, information, tools, inspiration, and accountability you need to powerfully transform your health from deep down.

THIS WILL TRANSFORM THE WAY YOU AGE

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Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to optimize your health and come away empowered! Things we do today affect our health, hormones, brain function, mood, immune system, digestion, and energy decades down the line.

We will be talking about thyroid hormones, sex hormones (estrogen/progesterone), blood sugar, sleep, stress hormones, energy and more. Because they are all interconnected and this matters as we get older!

The 3 week reset will impact sleep, skin, libido, energy, headaches, immune health, anxiety, depression, pms symptoms, moodiness, perimenopause symptoms, sore breasts, digestive problems, weight, heavy periods, joint pain, and more!

Janel offers an incredibly unique and rich angle as a board certified holistic nutritionist, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist, a Doctor of natural medicine, certified therapeutic supplement practitioner, an Ayurvedic yoga therapist, Family Herbalist, and someone who has worked with women specifically for decades.

Read about how I get fired up around women’s health and supporting women to feel their best (blog).

NEW VIDEOS AND COURSE PACKET THIS YEAR!! EASIER AND MORE STREAMLINED THAN EVER. LISTS and PRACTICAL CUT-TO-THE-CHASE INFORMATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

The Plan-

You will have all the information and course content online to watch and review on your own (you have this for the full year). We will meet 6 times online or in person, together, to connect, ask questions, and learn. We will use food/lifestyle/herbs/supplements to nourish our body and balance our hormones. (choose your level of participation and the depth you want to go).

Gain empowering ways to think into your own health so you can take charge for decades to come. Connect with other women empowered to make changes and optimize their health.

BUT WHAT YOU CAN DO IS KNOW YOUR BODY BETTER THAN ANYONE SO YOU CAN AGE YOUR BEST!

No fads here, just the physiology and how you can intelligently impact it.

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Learn how to get various optional labs of your choice to help see ‘what’s going on in there’ including serum (blood) labs and hormone (salivary and urine) labs and more.

Join us and invest in YOU!

My goal is to empower you to understand your body and to support you with all the information and tools you need. This is NOT a cookie cutter program but instead a unique opportunity to learn why and how, not just what to do. You also have unique access to Janel for personal questions.

All of this for $299 – Early bird price $270 (sign up before December 10th). You can also split the price into 2 payments of $150 if that is better for you (or smaller payments). Promo Code- EARLY10%OFF

Space is limited so we can keep the group intimate and you can get your questions answered. This group has filled every winter so sign up early!!!

Check out what women are saying about working with janel in her groups and one on one. (more testimonials below ⬇️ ⬇️ )

What you will get-

  • 6 video lessons on balancing hormones and about what is going on in your body as you age- access for 9 months to go at your own pace and come back to at any time
  • 6 live Q&As (in person in Truckee or online) to ask Janel any questions
  • Recipes, food lists, and meal plans to support hormone balance
  • Support during our 3 week nourishing reset
  • Course packet loaded with tips on sleeping better, increasing energy, reducing stress, optimizing weight, and more
  • Questionnaires to help you learn about your body and how it is changing and functioning
  • Specific information about supplements (newly updated!!)
  • Information about lab testing that relate to optimizing hormones
  • Lists of ways to ease hormone imbalances
  • Information about body wisdom
  • Relaxation practices, exercise videos, cooking demos
  • Small action steps each week to help balance hormones and optimize how you feel and function
  • 3 Week hormone balancing and incredibly nourishing cleanse to reboot and reset
  • And so much more

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2023 DATES-

  • Thursday January 12th- First Live Class. Discuss Lesson 1- The roadmap to balancing hormones, Hormone Hierarchy and how they interact with one another
  • Thursday Jan 19th- Discuss Lesson 2 – Blood sugar, energy, sleep
  • Thursday Jan 26th- Discuss Lesson 3- Thyroid (metabolism), adrenals (stress/cortisol)
  • Thursday Feb 3rd- Discuss Lesson 4- Reproductive hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, monthly cycle changes)
  • Thursday Feb 10th- Discuss Lesson 5- Menopause/perimenopause
  • Thursday Feb 17th- Discuss Lesson 6- Celebrate and reflect, Moving forward with Food As Medicine
  • 3 week hormone reset cleanse– Jan 26th- Feb 17th or pick the time that works best for you

2023 IN PERSON (in Truckee)- THURSDAYS at 930-1030am pacific. SIGN UP HERE

2023 ONLINE (Zoom)- THURSDAYS at noon pacific. _____SIGN UP HERE

2 monthly payments of $150- Be sure to email me which group you are in– Sing Up Here

Alumni – join either of our main groups. Online or in person. $99- Sign up for whichever you prefer and use code HORMONEALUNNI for 70% off

Feel free to email Janel for more information and to get on the list to stay informed – janel@mountainrebalance.com

Learn more about Janel here and her unique perspective on health and wellness

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TESTIMONIALS-

What women love about The Women’s Hormone Club-

  • “Having the recipes and the tools to be organized was a game changer!”
  • “Awesome information, supporting vibe, sharing of ideas , menus etc”
  • “Learning all of the insider tips (and science/health stuff) from Janel, the collective power of a group of women sharing ideas, doing the 3-week protocol!
  • “The knowledge & wisdom. The printable documents. The videos.”
  • “The depth of knowledge and details I could learn, delicious recipes, support group to keep me accountable! I love all the supplemental videos too!”
  • “Clear info, answered questions, hearing other people’s experiences and questions”
  • “Online format and recordings were great. Good information and perspective. Great format to give us info ahead of time to review.”
  • “I loved the videos each week and the group classes, but I also like the pace that we could set based upon our schedules. For example, with my family during this class was sick and I was traveling but I didn’t want to miss the class. It was really nice to be able to do my own learning but led by Janel when needed. I really enjoyed the science behind everything and I found myself talking non stop about your class to friends. The videos I really found helpful as I’m a much more visual person. I was also very thankful to you for getting my sleep back on track. This has been a real struggle for years and I find myself waking more refreshed and getting sleepy naturally around 930-10 pm. THANK YOU JANEL!” 2022
  • “I LOVE all the handouts so that I can re read and dive deeper into the info your shared. I really liked all the videos as well. so much good stuff I like the class so that we could ask questions and get your feedback. I LOVE the no judgement attitude of just be where you are. It is refreshing!!” 2022
  • “1. Learning so much awesome info 2. Sharing ideas, foods, info and struggles/questions with other women my age 3. The holistic nature of the program and that I got access to so many practical resources” 2022
  • “I enjoyed the cleanse and the list of Yes, No, and Bonus foods. I enjoyed the recipes. I appreciated all your knowledge.:” 2022
  • “The information and content spoke to me as I am experiencing much of what you focus on, the recipes are great, the pace is good it gives time to learn and then adopt changes as you go.” 2022
  • “I loved the videos. Enjoyed the information and loved that I could listen to them on my own time, at my own pace and as many times as I needed to. I thought they were a good length, not too long. I liked how you incorporated so many different learning styles into the course (visual, auditory and kinesthetic)” 2022

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What Women are saying about Mountain Rebalance’s Women’s Hormone Club-

“This is my 2nd group program with Janel and I’m astounded by the amount of information she provides us. It is so interesting to have the science to explain why we are doing the things that we are doing….it makes it much more motivating. Janel is passionate and supportive of you “being curious” and figuring out what works for YOU!” – K P 2021

“Janel’s hormone club gave me a clear path to start building more understanding about my health and hormones since turning 40. It’s like an awesome girlfriends group where you get deep knowledge and background about what’s happening with hormones, but then also all of the really practical stuff you need to know in order to do something about keeping things balanced. Janel provides so many tips, suggestions, and ideas (in additional to all of the science and technical stuff) that I came away feeling really empowered to continue on this path of health and self discovery – to really craft balance and health that works for me. The power of the group is also huge in maintaining the food protocol for 3 weeks – and it doesn’t hurt to be cooking from really great recipes and sharing ideas with the other participants too!” -S D 2021

“This class was great!! I have been looking for a lot of this info and with Janel’s help I was able to get better control on my health. She was able to update my supplements, teach me about blood sugar, put me on a better track with my nutrition plus gave me a whole new knowledge of my hormones and why I feel the way I do. Thank you Janel!! I am grateful for all knowledge you have given us this last 6 weeks.” 2021 participant

“The Women’s Hormone Club is an essential for every women. This class is power, new insights, science, tangible tools and understanding your body as we age. If you are considering taking this class, it could honestly change (and save) your life! For example, I was able to better grasp what needed to be eliminated from my body as it helped clear the “muddy waters” to make room for better sleep, hormone and blood sugar balancing and so much more!” 2022 participant

“If I say “My nutritionist said…” one more time to my family they will probably scream. But I learned so much important information of WHY we should make the changes, which I really enjoy. For example, not just “get more sleep” but WHY it’s important and what bad sleep can do to your body. I appreciate Janel’s passion for all things hormones and her support in making daily changes. We are not perfect, but each day we can make better choices that will help us live a healthier life.” 2022

“Janel has SO much helpful and practical information to share. She is supportive in the way she teaches and is easy to communicate with as well. I feel supported in my journey to better health. No doubt she will spark more curiosity about how our bodies work and will have you coming back for more. Thanks Janel!” 2022 participant

“The women’s hormone club is exactly what I needed to really dive in, motivate and become in tune as a new transition in my life begin. Food and supplements are the most potent medicine and Janel’s class will educate you in that.” 2022 participant

“I loved Janel’s Women’s Hormone Club 6 week class! I felt like I learned so much that is important to my health, not only about my hormones but about how to create balance in multiple areas of my life. Janel offered me a whole new perspective on my body and how to navigate the changes that happen during different stages of a woman’s life. She is so knowledgeable and passionate about these topics and so generous with sharing her knowledge and resources. She definitely goes above and beyond!! Thanks to Janel, I feel more educated and empowered in making better choices that can support my health and well being as I move forward into the second half of my life. I feel like learning about the “why” behind the steps we were taking during the cleanse really helped me to stay motivated and it was awesome to be connected to such an amazing tribe of other women my age. “- D. R. 2022 participant

“Great Program, I noticed an improvement in my sleep, mood, and gut health. The program has taught me that I can make choices that are not only powerful, but also sustainable for a healthier future” 2022 participant

“Janel is a wealth of information. She has a nurturing, respectful and kind approach to helping people take control of their health and thrive. Janel provides achievable action steps for improving your health and vitality and to help you age with grace.” 2022 participant

CHECK OUT WHAT OTHER WOMEN ARE SAYING ABOUT OTHER GROUPS, AND WORKING ONE ON ONE WITH JANEL HERE

Hormone Club Alumni- Sign up and pay only $99 for the updated content and online access to group Q&As OR get a friend to sign up and pay only $35. Join the live group here in Truckee for $199 (as space allows)

Sign up for the 2023 women’s hormone club before if fills!

IMAGINE KNOWING YOUR BODY BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE AND KNOWING HOW TO TAKE ACTION TO FEEL YOUR BEST AS THINGS CHANGE

Sign Up Now!! In Person Sessions

Sign Up Now!!! Online sessions

The First Women’s Hormone Club 2019. That first year we were just in person and it was one of these ladies that named our group The Hormone Club! Thanks EV. A lot has changed since then. Join the club of empowered women!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XAcyXnWZEanTv4WYtt0SXuz4FB8Q3Car/view?usp=sharing

Janel Ferrin Anderson NC FNLP DNM

I obsess with helping women understand their body better. When we understand the physiology of our unique body we understand how much control we do have over how we feel and function. I teach the science behind how food, lifestyle, herbs, supplements, our mindset, genes, movement, and environment impact our body and how we can use them to feel and age out best. Getting the science, the community support, and methodical action steps is a powerful way to make change in your body.

Booking Provided by Healthie

Booking Provided by Healthie

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Spring Cleanse- April 2019- FULL

Our Spring Cleanse is FULL.  Join us in the summer, fall, or winter for another cleanse. 

Don’t wait! Join us in April.

Spring is the perfect time to hit reset and give your body some love with a whole foods nourishing cleanse.   Not only give your body the nutrients and time it needs to rejuvenate and function better but learn why too. We will be talking about the physiology of detoxification and cleansing.

Our bodies are constantly working hard for us to digest our food, balance blood sugar, regulate hormones, detox our environment, down regulate inflammation, fight off invaders, manage our stress, and tons more.  Give your body the break it needs so you can feel better.

It’s true, our bodies are designed to detox our environment and metabolic bi-products but with the added stress of living a fast paced, toxin laden, nutrient deficient life with round the clock easy access to food we need to make space to nourish these vital and overworked organs/systems.

Join us for a 7-10 day cleanse.  We will meet 3 times as a group over 2 weeks and communicate lots during the week with each other.  You will be supported with loads of education, recipes, a step by step plan, daily encouragement, optional supplement suggestions, detox support, optional lab work, questions answered, and the accountability of the group.  You can decide which level of cleanse you will complete, making it perfect for ANYONE and EVERYONE.

Sign up with a pal and you both get $10 off!

Don’t wait for a better time!  Make it happen. Join us and not only learn what to do but empower yourself by also learning about why.  Space is limited.

  • First Meeting- Tuesday April 16th 630-8pm
  • Cleanse start- Monday April 22nd
  • Second Meeting- Tuesday April 23rd 630-8pm
  • Cleanse end- Sunday April 28th
  • Third Meeting and CELEBRATION- Tuesday April 30th- 630pm

Cost- $80

Check out this awesome/short (3 minute) TedEd video about the liver, its important job, and how nutrition and lifestyle affects it (aka us).

Email janel@mountainrebalance.com to sign up


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One on one Personalized Sessions

Free 15 minute Phone Call to chat with Janel to help you decide where to start for your unique situation.   Email, call, or click here to schedule a time janel@mountainrebalance.com

Let’s start by chatting for 15 minutes so you can ask questions about my practice and I can help you determine what next step is right for you.  

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I work with people in a few different ways (these can all be purchased as gifts as well)

 

1.  Initial Assessment and Review Sessions .  A great offering for anyone looking at digging into personalized care and wellness.  This is where most people start.  You fill out an extensive intake and we meet for 1.5 hours so I can learn all about you, hear your concerns and goals, and gather tons of information so we can make our plan specific to you.  I review any lab work, recommend functional labs, suggest relevant home testing, and do lots of behind the scenes detective work.  We map out all things you including a matrix and timeline.  Next we have a 1 hour follow up where we go into a plan to address your specific needs. I share long term and short term goals during this second meeting including food, lifestyle and supplement information.  In between we are in touch to make sure all of our questions are answered and I that I have a complete picture of you.  After, you are welcome to charge on your own towards your goals, book follow ups as needed, or sign up for the commitment package below.   – TAKING NEW CLIENTS IN FALL 2022.   Sign Up Here (email me to get on the waitlist janel@mountainrebalance.com).  

 

2. Follow up and Commitment Appointments after Initial Assessment- 6 45-minute follow up appointments with check ins between, so we can track, assess, test, review, personalize, and where I can support you making sustainable diet and lifestyle changes.  You have access to emailing and calling me. There is heaps of education, tracking, and personal adjustments.  This is a powerful and transformational time.  These clients get the first choice of appointment times and priority. 

 

3. 1 hour Lab work review session-  I will look at your labs through a functional lens.  I will help you interpret your labs and recommend diet and lifestyle based on what we put together.   I do not diagnose but instead look at the whole picture and see where we can turn the dial towards health and work towards your unique health goals.   Functional lab options include- a full blood work panel (great for everyone see below), a hormone test, gut test, nutrient levels, genetic testing, organic acids test, heavy metals, SIBO, candida, mold, environmental toxins, food sensitivities, and more.  They range from broad to very specific, depending on your needs. 

 

4. Functional blood work panel plus 1 hour review session-  NEW OFFERING BY POPULAR DEMAND-  Get a full functional blood work panel and 1 hour functional nutrition interpretation session.  Lab results are yours and you can take to your primary provider anytime.  Price includes functional blood lab work and session 

 

5. Foundations of Health- I recommend everyone do this program with or without one on one packages.   This is where so much magic happens! You will walk away empowered to be your own best advocate for health.  No matter if you are trying to reduce headaches or fight cancer, this is an often overlooked step but necessary for any healing to happen.  We will add healthy habits each week and you can dig deeper where you are interested.  We will discuss supplements, gut health, what symptoms might be telling us, aging well, inflammation, stress, food, relaxation, immune health, and more.  Go to link to learn more. COURSE OVERHAUL IN PROGRESS!!! 

 

Combine assessment, follow up and Foundations for the most thorough and individualized wellness plan and care!  

 

Half hour Individual Follow up Consult Sessions
Periodically get together to reassess, track, and support

 

1 hour Holistic and Functional Nutrition Consult 
We can talk about ideas to help you reach your goals, discuss some of the physiology behind why things might be happening as they are, or reassess where you are.  

 

Email me with questions! janel@mountainrebalance.com

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Group Wellness and Classes

Group Wellness and Classes

Holistic Wellness you can’t afford to miss, (but you can afford)! Plus,  meeting as a group has proven powerful beyond what I imagined.  See what people are saying.

Healing Foods Club- Learn how to make tons of the most healing foods.  Including your own Sprouts, Bone Broths, Fermented Vegetables, Nut Milks, Juices, Elixirs, and more of the great healing foods (THIS IS NOW PART OF FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTH)

Periodic Group Talks on Health on Wellness

Come together and learn about different body systems, how they work,  how they affect us, and how our lifestyle and diets interplay with them.   Join our classes or Host your own wellness party!!

  • Hormone Health
  • Immune Health
  • Blood Sugar
  • Digestive Health
  • Hypothryroid
  • Fertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum
  • Perimenopause and women’s hormone health as we age
  • Estrogen Dominance
  • Depression, Diet, and Lifestyle
  • Fatigue
  • Brain Health
  • Childrens Health and Wellness Boost

Plan your own health/wellness party!  Hire Janel for 1-2 hours to chat with your pals, at your house, and get curious about your body, how it functions, what makes an impact, and tangible ways to feel better. 

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