Reed Davis
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We bring you interviews from people who have conquered the trickiest of health challenges using the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Philosophy and similar healing modalities. You’ll hear from experts who have been through the wringer with their health issues, and yet managed to come out on the other side.If you are interested in natural healing and/or functional medicine, this is the podcast for you!Visit www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com to learn more about the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition program.
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · June 2026
The Health Detective Podcast turns functional-health interviews into practical sorting maps for air, breath, metabolism, nervous-system regulation, and longevity questions.
The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition is a practical Health & Fitness interview show built around guests with specific answers to health questions.
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A close look at individualized cancer care and how treatment gets adjusted over time.
The episode looks at cancer care through a functional health lens, with Evan Transu and Dr. Green focused on how treatment choices can be judged against the individual patient instead of treated as a one size fits all problem.
A practical health conversation about moving beyond medication-first thinking and clarifying who FDN suits best.
The episode follows a pharmacist's move from medication-first thinking to a broader view of health, and it makes that shift feel grounded rather than abstract.
A grounded Ayurveda conversation for women dealing with autoimmune-type symptoms, with an introductory level that still leaves room for deeper study.
The discussion presents Ayurveda as a practical framework for women dealing with autoimmune-type symptoms, especially in perimenopause or menopause, while also keeping the door open for listeners who want a gentler first step into the subject.
Melasma is treated as a signal to look first at oxidative stress and diet.
The episode treats melasma as more than a surface issue and starts with oxidative stress and diet, which gives it a clear and practical entry point.
A brisk functional-health talk on how gut, brain, and belief systems overlap.
The episode presents Brendan Vermeier as a functional-diagnostic-nutrition educator with experience in mentoring, clinical advising, and practitioner training, then stays with the gut-brain axis, metabolism, brain chemistry, and chronic illness.
A clear longevity conversation that moves from symptom repair to the bigger aging question.
The episode opens with a familiar FDN check-in, then moves into a practical question: what do people optimize for once they are no longer just trying to get well?
A breath-first take on vagus nerve activation with a practical, plainspoken edge.
The episode takes a blunt look at vagus nerve activation and keeps its focus on one simple point: breath comes first. It ties the physiology to ordinary moments, like a loud bang or a cold plunge, which keeps the idea easy to grasp.
A brisk keto and mental health discussion focused on ketones, inflammation, and insulin resistance.
The episode makes a straightforward ketogenic argument in plain language. It links ketones to energy efficiency, anti inflammatory effects, and the strain of insulin resistance when glucose is not doing its job well.
Herbal medicine mapped through stars and plants.
Tim James shares his dramatic health journey from multiple health crises to becoming a health coach, discussing structured water versus purified water, natural cancer healing, and the importance of chemical-free living.
Host Evan Transu interviews Dr.
Jen Malecka argues that FDN practitioners can grow without social media, and she says her first 5, 10, 20, and 50 clients came from offline marketing.
Episode 470 returns after a few weeks off in December.
Kirsten Green Farmer, a nurse of 30 years, shares her journey from battling Hashimoto's and burnout in conventional healthcare to finding healing through functional medicine.
The episode opens with the host welcoming listeners back to the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition and teasing a few upcoming FDN events, including Holistic Health Week and a stress and hormones workshop.
Evan Transu opens the show with the usual welcome and a reminder about upcoming Holistic Health Week before bringing on Christine Ruch.
Evan opens with a few announcements, apologizes for the technical hiccups, and then gets into the day’s topic with a guest about why indoor air deserves more attention than people usually give it.
Evan Transu opens by noting that these are some of his final podcasts with FDN.
Evan Transu opens episode 479 with a slightly bittersweet note and welcomes a returning guest to talk about Ayurveda.
Episode 470 moves fast.
Episode 471 is a conversation with Angie about energy, space, and the body.
The Health Detective Podcast opens with a botched mic check, a quick reset, and Evan Transu laughing it off before the real conversation starts.
Michelle brings Brendan Vermeier on to talk about the gut-brain axis.
Evan Transu opens Episode 478 with a farewell note before moving into Katie's mold illness story.
Episode 475 starts in person, with Evan Transu, Detective Ev, noticing how Dylan Gemelli's story lands close to home.
Episode 467 starts in the weeds.
Episode 466 of The Health Detective Podcast brings Evan Transu back after a long Discovery Series and centers on a conversation with Dr.
Episode 481 opens with a real goodbye.
Interview with movement specialist Helen Hall about uncovering root causes of chronic pain and reoccurring injuries.
This episode explores the potential health impacts of electromagnetic fields from Wi-Fi and devices, encouraging curiosity without fear-mongering.
The host introduces a new chapter of the podcast, emphasizing a thoughtful, nuanced approach to health and functional medicine.
Host Evan Transu introduces a new episode featuring a guest with mutual connections, and promotes an upcoming Black Friday event for FDN.
Host Evan Transu announces a Black Friday special and upcoming live events for the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition community.
Host Evan Transu introduces the episode, announces the upcoming Hicks event in San Diego, and prepares to interview functional doctor Kaylee Campos.
Host Evan Transu introduces the podcast and a special guest, with a brief shout-out to an upcoming conference.
The episode features a lab review with a frequent guest and business partner, discussing functional diagnostic nutrition and health challenges.
The host introduces the podcast and shares personal updates while promoting an upcoming conference and YouTube channel.
Host Evan Transu introduces the podcast and teases an episode about legal and business considerations for health practitioners, while promoting an upcoming Clinical Summit.