Happy October! 🍂 In today’s episode, Erin’s  re-releasing a powerful mini-training she originally shared with her October group challenge back in 2023. This one is all about uncovering your deeper WHY—the real driving force behind your hea...

In this episode of Backyard Health, we’re diving deep into how carbs and blood sugar regulation impact fat loss, energy, and long-term metabolic health. You’ll learn what blood sugar imbalance actually feels like in your body, why “nak...

Why do we wait until January 1st to start fresh when fall is already the real reset most of us live by? In this episode of Backyard Health, I’m breaking down the difference between goals and intentions — and why anchoring into...

Most people think weight loss comes down to willpower or cutting out entire food groups — but the truth is, it’s about learning a skill. In this episode of Backyard Health, Erin breaks down the exact framework for building bal...

Protein has become one of the most polarizing topics in nutrition — some people are turning everything into a “high-protein” version (hello, protein popcorn and protein cookies), while others roll their eyes and swear it’s just another fad. So ...

When you think of grief, you probably think about losing a loved one. But what about the grief that comes with changing your health? The truth is—anytime you let go of foods, routines, or identities you’ve loved, you go through a grieving proce...

We throw the word “sluggish” around all the time — sluggish digestion, sluggish circulation, sluggish detox — but what does that actually mean in the body?In this episode of Backyard Health, I break down the physiology ...

In this episode of Backyard Health, I’m pulling back the curtain on food sensitivity testing so you can finally understand what those results mean — and more importantly, how to actually use them without cutting out everything you love...

You don’t binge because you’re broken. You binge because your body doesn’t feel safe.In this episode of Backyard Health, we’re peeling back the layers of boredom eating—not just the habit, but the deeper biolog...

You don’t need to live on Tums. And reflux doesn't have to mean forever — when you understand the system.In Part 2 of this upper GI series, Erin walks you through the 5R functional healing framework — the exact method she uses wit...

Think reflux is just about acid? Think again.In Part 1 of this deep-dive series, Erin unpacks why most GERD sufferers are misdiagnosed, mistreated, and still stuck on PPIs — even when the real issue isn’t too much acid, but too mu...

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...