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Functional Nutrition with Nicky 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Functional Nutritionist | Burnout & Recovery Coach
Minerals first. Nervous system support. Helping women thrive in every season. I

Hair loss and hair health are topics I see clients about frequently. Its a frequent concern for women. I'm noticing that...
04/11/2026

Hair loss and hair health are topics I see clients about frequently. Its a frequent concern for women.

I'm noticing that the conversation needs to go deeper. Yup... Im preaching that deeper conversation!

We talk about shampoos, scalp treatments, biotin, collagen and hair growth supplements.

But what about what's happening internally?

*Are we looking at iron status beyond ferritin alone?

*Are we assessing thyroid function beyond TSH?

*Are we considering hormonal changes, particularly through perimenopause and menopause?

*Are we looking at nutritional deficiencies, adequate protein intake, zinc, B12, vitamin D and other nutrients involved in healthy hair growth?

*What about chronic stress, inadequate recovery, restrictive eating, underlying health conditions and nutrient absorption?

Hair loss can have multiple contributing factors, and sometimes the clues are found well beyond the scalp.

Depending on the individual, a deeper assessment and appropriate bloodwork may be warranted.

Healthy hair isn't just about what you put on it. It's also about understanding what's happening within the body.

Let's deepen the conversation. ❤️

An early morning nature walk to welcome November ❤️
01/11/2026

An early morning nature walk to welcome November ❤️

Reflecting.... November has always been a reminder for me to slow down, take a step back and reconnect with myself.My da...
01/11/2026

Reflecting....
November has always been a reminder for me to slow down, take a step back and reconnect with myself.

My days are full. Really full. And I'm not complaining. I'm incredibly grateful for the life I've built, the work I get to do and the people I get to support.

But busy is still busy. And even when you're grateful for it all, you still need to make space for yourself.

I need to practice what I preach, too.

To find a little more balance.
To breathe deeply.
To make time for the things that genuinely fill my cup.
To step away from the constant go.
To rest, recover and give my nervous system a little more attention.

Because supporting others also means remembering to support yourself. 🤍

Back to my roots where it all started in the fitness world.Yoga. Spin. TRX.Little more reconnecting with movement. ...
31/10/2026

Back to my roots where it all started in the fitness world.

Yoga. Spin. TRX.

Little more reconnecting with movement.

A lot of women invest in what they see in the mirror, but neglect what’s happening beneath the surface. This post starte...
29/10/2026

A lot of women invest in what they see in the mirror, but neglect what’s happening beneath the surface.

This post started off playful, with a little sass… but it quickly turned into a realization that might hit a little harder for many women.

Muscle. Bone density. Strength. Balance. Metabolic health.

These are all part of longevity, yet they’re often overlooked in conversations about what it means to age well.

Somewhere along the way, I think our priorities have become a little upside down!!!

For many, women become so focused on wrinkles that they are not giving enough attention to what actually helps them stay strong, capable and healthy as we/they age.

And that conversation needs to go deeper, especially as we approach perimenopause and menopause, when declining estrogen can accelerate bone loss.

So, what actually supports strong bones?

●Strength training & weight-bearing exercise to stimulate bone and build muscle.

●Adequate protein to support muscle maintenance, strength and overall function.

●Key nutrients for bone mineralization

●Balance & stability training

●Lifestyle foundations...sleep, recovery, nutrition

●Proactive screening & assessment ... bone health deserves attention before a problem becomes a diagnosis.

Ladies, let's broaden the conversation about longevity.

Invest in your strength. Invest in your bones.

Bone health is a conversation I have A LOT — from strength training and nutrition to mineral support and supplementation...
25/10/2026

Bone health is a conversation I have A LOT — from strength training and nutrition to mineral support and supplementation.

And increasingly, women are being diagnosed with low bone density at younger ages, sometimes long before they expect to be having these conversations.

Advocate for yourself, friends.

Be proactive about your health. Ask better questions. Have the deeper conversations.

You know I’m all for looking beyond the surface.

Don’t wait for a diagnosis to start paying attention. Explore what might be missing that YOU need!

Strength training. Adequate protein. Nutrition. Mineral status. Hormonal support.
The bigger picture matters!

Start the conversation. Ask the questions. Advocate.

Always here to chat support ❤️

Everyone has a supplement recommendation.Everyone has a story about what worked for them.And social media has given ever...
20/10/2026

Everyone has a supplement recommendation.

Everyone has a story about what worked for them.

And social media has given everyone an expert tone... sorry to say!

But did anyone actually assess YOU?

Your health history, symptoms, medications, and individual needs matter.

What worked for someone else isn't automatically right for you.

A personal success story isn't an assessment.

I hear it all the time:

“I follow this person, and they recommend this…”

But following someone online isn't the same as having a conversation with a trained, qualified professional who can assess your individual needs and determine whether a protocol is appropriate for you.

Because your health deserves more than someone else's protocol.

Always here to chat support ❤️

The iron dilemma that I keep seeing... often! Low ferritin.Take iron.Nothing’s moving.And nobody’s asking WHY?!OMG… the ...
19/10/2026

The iron dilemma that I keep seeing... often!

Low ferritin.
Take iron.
Nothing’s moving.
And nobody’s asking WHY?!

OMG… the symptoms. 😩

Hair loss. Fatigue. Anxiety. Heart palpitations to name a few.

Then comes the frustration of trying to figure out which iron supplement to take, how much to take, and why nothing seems to be changing.

This is where I come in.

Before adding another supplement, we need to step back and look at the bigger picture.

Ferritin is one piece of the puzzle and identifying low ferritin is not the same as understanding WHY it’s low!

→ The FULL iron panel
→ Heavy periods or ongoing blood loss
→ Potential absorption issues
→ Inflammation and how it affects iron markers
→ Whether your current approach is actually working

Iron supplementation can absolutely be necessary.
Blindly adding more iron without investigating the bigger picture can leave you frustrated, symptomatic, and still searching for answers.

Don't stop at taking iron. Start asking WHY!

Always here to chat support ❤️

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