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Home / Author / Ellen Kammerer
Ellen Kammerer

Ellen Kammerer

Writer, editor, and general nerd. She is a reader of books, a binger of Netflix, and a knitter of scarves. Her cat is probably yelling at her right now.

  • Health Coaching Resources

    Navigating the Nuances: In-Person vs. Online Health Coaching

    Understanding the nuances between in-person and online coaching allows health coaches and clients to choose the best format for their needs.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Apr 9, 2024
    Read Full Article: Navigating the Nuances: In-Person vs. Online Health Coaching
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    Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    Building Community Through Health Coaching

    Community plays a pivotal role in promoting health and well-being. Health coaches can help build that community to improve overall wellness.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 27, 2024
    Read Full Article: Building Community Through Health Coaching
  • Events

    The Role of Culinary Medicine in Nutrition and Health Coaching

    How can health coaches incorporate culinary medicine into their practice? Our webinar teaches how coaches can work with culinary medicine.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 19, 2024
    Read Full Article: The Role of Culinary Medicine in Nutrition and Health Coaching
  • Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    How To Find the Best Health Coach for You

    Finding a health coach is a great first step on your health and wellness journey. Here is how you can find the right coach for you.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 5, 2024
    Read Full Article: How To Find the Best Health Coach for You
  • News

    FMCA Health Coaching Study Published in Medicine®

    Functional Medicine Coaching Academy publishes a recent study showing that health coaching improves patient compliance and health outcomes.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Feb 28, 2024
    Read Full Article: FMCA Health Coaching Study Published in Medicine®
  • Health & Wellbeing Recipes

    Recipe: Sweet Potato Crust Quiche

    This versatile, healthy, and filling dish is perfect for any meal of the day. A sweet potato crust quiche is gluten-free, dairy-free and full of healthy protein.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Feb 27, 2024
    Read Full Article: Recipe: Sweet Potato Crust Quiche
  • Features

    Alumni Spotlight: Kwan Lieu

    FMCA graduate and alumni Kwan Lieu shares her experience in the FMCA alumni program and the importance of finding her niche.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Feb 20, 2024
    Read Full Article: Alumni Spotlight: Kwan Lieu
  • Events

    The Romance Prescription: Exploring Love, Fertility and Preconception Health, With Dr. Kalea Wattles

    Does romance play a part in fertility? Dr. Kalea Wattles shares her expertise in fertility and health in this FMCA webinar.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Feb 13, 2024
    Read Full Article: The Romance Prescription: Exploring Love, Fertility and Preconception Health, With Dr. Kalea Wattles
  • Health & Wellbeing Recipes

    Recipe: Heart Healthy Mediterranean Frittata

    Looking for a heart healthy, versatile recipe to serve any time of the day? FMCA shares a delicious Mediterranean frittata recipe. Full of regional flavor and benefits of the Mediterranean diet.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jan 30, 2024
    Read Full Article: Recipe: Heart Healthy Mediterranean Frittata
  • Features

    Alumni Spotlight: Elizabeth Kelly

    FMCA graduate and alumni Elizabeth Kelly shares her experiences at FMCA and how she has grown her business after graduation.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jan 23, 2024
    Read Full Article: Alumni Spotlight: Elizabeth Kelly
  • Events

    The Keys to Physical and Mental Transformation with Dr. Jade Teta

    The keys to making changes last aren't about habits, but identity and beliefs. Dr. Jade Teta shares his tips on sustainable change in this webinar.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jan 16, 2024
    Read Full Article: The Keys to Physical and Mental Transformation with Dr. Jade Teta
  • Health Coaching Resources

    SMART Goals: The Health Coaching Cheat Code

    Learn how to use the SMART Goals framework to help you make achievable and sustainable goals. SMART Goals are a key tool for health coaches and clients.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jan 9, 2024
    Read Full Article: SMART Goals: The Health Coaching Cheat Code
  • Events

    Cultivating Healthy Relationships with Jillian Turecki

    How do toxic relationships affect your health? Expert Jillian Turecki joins FMCA for a webinar about health coaching and cultivating relationships.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Dec 19, 2023
    Read Full Article: Cultivating Healthy Relationships with Jillian Turecki
  • Health Coaching Resources

    Positive Psychology 101: What Health Coaches Should Know

    Positive psychology is a tool health coaches use to help their clients reach their health and wellness goals. Learn more about this method.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Dec 12, 2023
    Read Full Article: Positive Psychology 101: What Health Coaches Should Know
  • Health Coaching Resources

    25 Instagram Accounts Every Health Coach Should Follow

    Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and expert advice in the health and wellness world by following these 25 must-follow Instagram accounts.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Dec 6, 2023
    Read Full Article: 25 Instagram Accounts Every Health Coach Should Follow
  • Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    Just a Pinch – The Salt Fact Sheet

    Need to lower the salt in your diet? Health coaches help you reduce your sodium in sustainable ways to help you avoid health issues.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Nov 21, 2023
    Read Full Article: Just a Pinch – The Salt Fact Sheet
  • Health Coaching Resources

    7 Ways Health Coaches Coach Through Resistance

    Health coaching resistance is an obstacle many coaches will come across during their careers. Here is how you can coach through resistance.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Nov 14, 2023
    Read Full Article: 7 Ways Health Coaches Coach Through Resistance
  • Health Coaching Resources

    Health Coach vs. Nutritionist vs. Dietitian: What’s The Difference

    What is the difference between a health coach, a nutritionist, and a dietician? Learn which profession is right for you.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Nov 8, 2023
    Read Full Article: Health Coach vs. Nutritionist vs. Dietitian: What’s The Difference
  • Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    From Sweet to Sinister: The Sugar Fact Sheet

    Sugar is known to contribute to health problems and chronic illness. But is it really so scary?

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Oct 31, 2023
    Read Full Article: From Sweet to Sinister: The Sugar Fact Sheet
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    Transforming Your Wellness and Career with Functional Medicine with Maggie Berghoff

    Maggie Berghoff hosts a webinar discussing everything from her wellness tips to advice on how to build a successful career as a health coach.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Oct 24, 2023
    Read Full Article: Transforming Your Wellness and Career with Functional Medicine with Maggie Berghoff
  • Health Coaching Resources

    Ozempic, And Weight-Loss: A Health Coach’s Guide

    Stay up to date with the latest health trends, including the rise of popular semaglutide brand, Ozempic. What is it and how does it work?

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Oct 18, 2023
    Read Full Article: Ozempic, And Weight-Loss: A Health Coach’s Guide
  • Health Coaching Resources

    The Essential Reading List For Health Coaches

    Dr. Sandi's essential reading list for health coaches. Gain insight into functional medicine, leadership, coaching, and more.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Oct 10, 2023
    Read Full Article: The Essential Reading List For Health Coaches
  • Events

    Promoting Health And Wellness With Industry Leading Partnerships

    Functional Medicine Coaching Academy partners with industry leaders to provide our students and graduates with incredible opportunities.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Oct 3, 2023
    Read Full Article: Promoting Health And Wellness With Industry Leading Partnerships
  • Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    The Sleeping Supplement: Facts About Melatonin

    If clients are concerned about their sleep habits, here are some helpful facts about melatonin to share.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 26, 2023
    Read Full Article: The Sleeping Supplement: Facts About Melatonin
  • Health Coaching Resources

    8 Health Coaching Myths – Debunked

    Help potential clients understand the truth about heath coaching by debunking these health coaching myths.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 20, 2023
    Read Full Article: 8 Health Coaching Myths – Debunked
  • Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    Vitamin D Fact Sheet For Health Coaches

    Vitamin D is a key nutrient in maintaining overall health. What do you need to know about the sunshine vitamin to stay healthy?

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 12, 2023
    Read Full Article: Vitamin D Fact Sheet For Health Coaches
  • Health Coaching Client Good Fit
    Health Coaching Resources

    Signs A Health Coaching Client Is a Good Fit

    How do you know if a Health Coaching Client is a good fit? Here is a list

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 5, 2023
    Read Full Article: Signs A Health Coaching Client Is a Good Fit
  • Functional Medicine Health & Wellbeing

    What Is It Like To Be A Functional Medicine Patient?

    What is it like to be a functional medicine patient? What goes into a personalized and holistic approach to healthcare?

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Aug 30, 2023
    Read Full Article: What Is It Like To Be A Functional Medicine Patient?
  • Health Coaching Resources

    Pharmacists as Health Coaches: A New Horizon

    Would pharmacists make good health coaches? Learn the advantages of pharmacists adding a health coaching certification to their repertoire.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Aug 16, 2023
    Read Full Article: Pharmacists as Health Coaches: A New Horizon
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    Events

    Hormones as Communicators with Deanna Minich

    What are our hormones trying to tell us? Dr. Deanna Minich shares her insight into hormones in this Ask the Expert webinar.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Aug 10, 2023
    Read Full Article: Hormones as Communicators with Deanna Minich
  • Health Coaching Resources

    The Health Coach’s Guide To Listener Types

    Do you know your listening type? Health coaches are great listeners, but listening types can make a difference in where coaches can truly excel.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jul 26, 2023
    Read Full Article: The Health Coach’s Guide To Listener Types
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    Health Coaching Resources

    Inside the NBHWC: Everything Health Coaches Need to Know

    Interested in becoming a board-certified health coach? Here is what you need to know about the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Jul 10, 2023
    Read Full Article: Inside the NBHWC: Everything Health Coaches Need to Know
  • Health Coaching Resources

    What is Your Health Coaching Superpower?

    What is your health coaching superpower? Take our quiz to find out!

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    May 2, 2023
    Read Full Article: What is Your Health Coaching Superpower?
  • Events Health Coaching Resources

    Health Coaches and Lab Work with Monique Class

    As direct-to-consumer lab tests become easier to access, its important for health coaches to know how to navigate working with labs.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 28, 2023
    Read Full Article: Health Coaches and Lab Work with Monique Class
  • Health Coaching Resources

    The Lab Testing Revolution: How Health Coaches Can Support Clients through Lab Work

    Dr. Sandi addresses the growing demand for direct-to-consumer lab testing. How can health coaches support their clients while staying within scope of practice?

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 13, 2023
    Read Full Article: The Lab Testing Revolution: How Health Coaches Can Support Clients through Lab Work
  • Health & Wellbeing

    Caregivers are in need of Care

    Providing caregiving for an adult with health or functional needs is on the rise in America. According to statistics from...

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 7, 2023
    Read Full Article: Caregivers are in need of Care
  • Events Health & Wellbeing Health Coaching Resources

    Food Fix: Treating Food as Medicine – A Webinar with Dr. Mark Hyman

    Dr. Mark Hyman with Dr. Sandi, FMCA Founder and CEO, presented Food Fix: Treating Food as Medicine webinar. Dr. Hyman...

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 30, 2022
    Read Full Article: Food Fix: Treating Food as Medicine – A Webinar with Dr. Mark Hyman
  • Health & Wellbeing News

    Health Coaches Can Improve Health in Under-Served Communities

    Healthcare today faces many challenges, especially those connected to overall population health. Certain barriers, such as geographic locations and socioeconomic...

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Sep 6, 2022
    Read Full Article: Health Coaches Can Improve Health in Under-Served Communities
  • Recipes

    Recipe: Dr. Mark Hyman’s Coconut Curry Shrimp

    Sweet coconut milk, juicy shrimp, rainbow veggies, and a sauce with a kick make this healthy, protein-packed meal a winning choice for lunch or dinner.

    Ellen Kammerer
    By Ellen Kammerer
    Mar 10, 2017
    Read Full Article: Recipe: Dr. Mark Hyman’s Coconut Curry Shrimp

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