Think you’re failing because you’re hungry, tired, or not seeing the scale move? Think again. In this episode of Backyard Health, Erin pulls back the curtain on what a real fat loss phase feels like—physically, mentally, and e...

You’re showing up. You’re pushing through. You’re doing “the hard things” because that’s what it takes to get healthy… right?But here’s the question no one asks: 🍋 Is that stress helping your body grow—or is it keeping...

What’s actually better for your body — a handful of supplements or a plate of real food?In today’s episode of Backyard Health, we’re answering one of the most common questions I get: Should I be taking supplements… or can I ...

Is your gut holding you back from real, sustainable fat loss?In this episode of Backyard Health, Erin Botticelli peels back the layers on one of the most overlooked—but critical—systems in weight loss: your gut microbiome. From ...

What if your inability to focus, regulate your mood, or shake that “foggy brain” feeling isn’t about motivation or mindset — but a mineral imbalance your labs may have completely missed?In this episode, we dig into the critical — and oft...

You’re drinking the water. You’ve tried the digestive enzymes. You’re doing “everything right” — and yet, the bloating, brain fog, and post-meal heaviness won’t budge.What if the issue isn’t what you’re eating… but the fact that...

Why do you crave ice cream when you're sad... and chips when you're stressed? It turns out your food cravings aren't random—they're emotional messengers in disguise.In this episode, we’re breaking down the psychology behind text...

Think “water weight” is just bloat? Think again. In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked—and misunderstood—markers of metabolic health: total body water (TBW). If you’re working hard to lose fat but feel puffy, ...

Think you’re in a calorie deficit… but the scale says otherwise?In this episode of Backyard Health, we’re unpacking the most common metabolism myths and the reason your “perfect plan” might not be working. You’ll learn why fat l...

You’ve probably heard it before: “If you're in a calorie deficit, you’ll lose weight.” And… that’s technically true. But what no one tells you is how miserable that can feel if your body isn’t supported. In this episode, I’m breaking down why y...

Overeating isn’t just about food — it’s about what’s happening beneath the surface.In this episode, we unpack why overeating shows up, how it becomes a pattern, and most importantly, how to move past it in a sustainable, compassionate wa...

If Part 1 opened your eyes to what your cell membranes actually do — Part 2 gives you the step-by-step plan to start fixing them.In this second episode of the series, we’re getting specific about the strategies and too...

You’re tracking your food.You’re working out.Maybe even wearing a CGM.But you still feel stuck — cravings, fatigue, inflammation, slow weight loss.What if it’s not your macros? What if it’s your membranes?In P...

The Truth About Visceral Fat — What It’s Really Doing to Your Metabolism (and How to Fix It)You’ve probably heard that belly fat is “bad,” but what most people don’t realize is that it’s not just about weight—it’s about what k...

If you’ve ever been told your labs are “normal” but still feel exhausted, inflamed, stuck with your weight, or just off—this episode is for you.Standard lab ranges are designed to catch disease, not dysfunction. So while your do...

If you’re tracking your food, working out consistently, and still feel stuck in your fat loss journey… you might be overlooking the most metabolically active part of your day: your sleep.In this episode of Backyard Health

If you've ever felt frustrated that your fat loss progress is “too slow,” or panicked when the scale goes up overnight — this episode is for you.In this deep-dive conversation, Erin unpacks the real reason we struggle with consi...

Thinning hair? Brittle nails? It’s not just about aging or bad genetics—it’s your body talking.Hair and nail symptoms are some of the most overlooked clues that something deeper is going on with your internal health. Whether it's chronic...

You've been told you need motivation to change your life—but what if that’s the wrong starting point altogether?In this episode of Backyard Health, we’re busting the biggest myth in the wellness world: that motivation is ...

Have you ever looked at your blood sugar, HRV, or fitness tracker and immediately felt frustrated? You see a glucose spike and think, “I shouldn’t have eaten that.” Your HRV is low, and you assume, “I must not be recoverin...

Why does changing your habits feel so hard? Because it’s not just about food—it’s about grief.When you decide to lose weight, eat healthier, or change your lifestyle, you’re not just breaking habits—you’re letting go of a versi...

You’ve got a fitness watch strapped to your wrist, but are you actually using it to its full potential? If you're only checking your step count and calories burned, you’re missing out on game-changing data that can help you trai...

Ever wonder why you feel hungry at certain times but not others? Or why cravings hit out of nowhere? In this episode, we’re breaking down appetite as a body signal—what it really means, how it differs from hunger, and why understanding it can c...

Losing weight is one thing—keeping it off is a whole different ballgame.Most people think once they hit their goal weight, they can just go back to “normal” eating. But here’s the truth: how you lose fat is NOT how you ...

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you’re always hungry, craving all the wrong things, or struggling to stay on track with your fat loss goals? You’re not alone—and the culprit might just be your hormones.In this episode...