This episode with Kristin Oja touches on almost every area of health and wellness - from the differences between traditional and functional medicine to small simple daily practices we can all take to gain our health back. Kristin explains her journey to creating STAT Wellness and why a whole body approach to health is so important for our quality of life as we age.
Kristin Oja discusses her transition from traditional healthcare to functional medicine, explaining how she moved from a system focused on diagnosis and treatment to one that emphasizes prevention and addressing root causes of health issues. She shares how lifestyle factors like nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management play crucial roles in preventing chronic diseases. Kristin also emphasizes the importance of finding personal motivation and purpose before implementing health changes, noting that small consistent actions over time can lead to significant health improvements.
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Kristin Oja obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Masters of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus, and is a Registered Nurse. She is also an entrepreneur, functional and lifestyle medicine guru, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and lover of everything health and wellness. Learn more about STAT Wellness at statwellness.com and connect on Instagram @statwellness.