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Salad With a Side of Fries Nutrition, Wellness & Weight LossThe "Yes, And" in Healthcare (feat. Andrea Nakayama)Our healthcare system treats us like it’s one size fits all, yet that’s not how true healing works, especially when it comes to chronic conditions. Today’s guest will help us understand how to fill the gap we experience with Western medicine, including the difference between signs vs. symptoms, and empowers our individualized healthcare. On this episode of Salad with a Side of Fries, host Jenn Trepeck welcomes Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator Andrea Nakayama to explore why chronic conditions require more than just a diagnosis and a prescription. They unpack Andrea’s “three roots, many branch...2025-05-1451 min
Small Changes Big ShiftsAndrea Nakayama on Why One-Size-Fits-All Health Solutions Don’t WorkThe path to healing doesn’t begin with a protocol—it begins with a story. Andrea Nakayama’s powerful journey from caregiver to trailblazing functional nutritionist is a reminder that true wellness is personal, rooted, and deeply interconnected. Through loss, love, and resilience, she discovered that lasting health requires more than symptom management—it calls for curiosity, compassion, and the courage to slow down and truly listen to your body. Her message invites us to stop chasing quick fixes and instead embrace the transformational power of understanding our own biology, one small shift at a time. Key Takeaways: Slowi...2025-05-1126 minSmall Changes Big ShiftsAndrea Nakayama on Why One-Size-Fits-All Health Solutions Don’t WorkThe path to healing doesn’t begin with a protocol—it begins with a story. Andrea Nakayama’s powerful journey from caregiver to trailblazing functional nutritionist is a reminder that true wellness is personal, rooted, and deeply interconnected. Through loss, love, and resilience, she discovered that lasting health requires more than symptom management—it calls for curiosity, compassion, and the courage to slow down and truly listen to your body. Her message invites us to stop chasing quick fixes and instead embrace the transformational power of understanding our own biology, one small shift at a time. Key Takeaways: Slowi...2025-05-1126 min
Reinvent Yourself#305 The Power of Partnership: Andrea Nakayama on Reclaiming Health through Functional Medicine"There’s a real beauty in the individuality and the story that we carry with us that is not part of our medical system," says Andrea Nakayama, the founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15 Minute Matrix podcast. "When we can show up as the partner who knows about ourselves, that's where we're the best partner in our health and medical care." Nakayama shares her inspiring journey from personal tragedy to becoming a leader in functional medicine and nutrition. Driven by her own experiences with chronic illness and the healthcare system, she emphasizes the importance of understanding th...2025-04-2928 minReinvent Yourself#305 The Power of Partnership: Andrea Nakayama on Reclaiming Health through Functional Medicine"There’s a real beauty in the individuality and the story that we carry with us that is not part of our medical system," says Andrea Nakayama, the founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15 Minute Matrix podcast. "When we can show up as the partner who knows about ourselves, that's where we're the best partner in our health and medical care." Nakayama shares her inspiring journey from personal tragedy to becoming a leader in functional medicine and nutrition. Driven by her own experiences with chronic illness and the healthcare system, she emphasizes the importance of understanding th...2025-04-2928 min
WithIn PodcastWellbeing From Within: Chart Your Personal Wellness Path with Andrea Nakayama“Savor the moments that become messengers for you.” - Andrea NakayamaAmidst the noise of the highly commodified world of wellness, it can be incredibly challenging to know where to start when charting your own personal wellness path. Functional nutritionist Andrea Nakayama believes it can be simple - if you listen deeply and start from within.Andrea is an internationally known functional medicine nutritionist, educator and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry by empowering patients and practitioners with the tools of functional nutrition and narr...2025-04-1746 min
Bioenergetics BeatThe Root of Wellness: A Functional Medicine Perspective with Andrea Nakayama and Heather GrayEpisode 76: In this insightful episode of Bioenergetics Beat, host Heather Gray welcomes Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker, who is leading a nutrition-based revolution in healthcare. Andrea’s journey into Functional Nutrition was deeply personal—she discovered she was pregnant at the same time her husband was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer. Through diet and lifestyle interventions, she believes she helped extend his life far beyond his six-month prognosis, allowing him to leave a lasting imprint on their child.What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Functional Nutrition empowers you...2025-03-2639 min
Unweaving Chronic PainThe Interplay of Functional Nutrition & Narrative Medicine with Andrea Nakayama Follow Dr. Andrea Moore on Instagram: @drandreamoore for daily insights and tips to move out of the stuck zone.💻 Ready to take the next step? Book your discovery call today: www.drandreamoore.com/schedule.🌟 Learn more about the Whole Self Integration Method: www.drandreamoore.com.Tired of chasing symptoms, following rigid protocols, or dropping thousands on lab tests—only to feel stuck in the same cycle? You're not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, speaker, and host of the award-winning 15-Minute Matrix podcast.Andrea shares how the conventional...2025-03-2156 min
Cracking Open with Molly CarrollFood as Medicine: How Grief Led Andrea Nakayama to Transform NutritionWhat are your favorite foods and drinks? For me, it’s pizza and coffee—no question. But at the same time, I love feeling healthy, fueling my body with nourishing foods, and living a vibrant life. And that’s exactly why I’m so excited to introduce you to this week's Cracking Open podcast guest, Andrea Nakayama.Andrea will change the way you think about food, healing, and love. In this deeply personal conversation, we dive into: ✨ The power of food as medicine and a path to healing ✨ How grief can crack us open and re...2025-03-2057 min
Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona LovelyEp. 162 - Personalized Medicine with Andrea NakayamaDr. Fiona Lovely is a longevity, health and wellness expert with specialties in menopause medicine, functional neurology and functional medicine. She is speaking to the topics of women's health around perimenopause and menopause. Today I welcome functional nutritionist and educator Andrea Nakayama to the show. It was delightful to meet her face to face as she was one of my fav early podcasters! We discussed many contemporary concerns with healthcare and our solutions. We talked about anemia in women as a frequently overlooked concern, with dehydration being a significant interconnected factor (did you know? I didn't!) Personalised medicine, based on...2025-03-181h 05
She Built It® PodcastMore Than a Meal: How Nutrition Became My Path to Healing with Andrea NakayamaWhen life takes an unexpected turn, how do you find purpose in the pain? In this deeply moving episode of the She Built It® Podcast, Melanie Barr speaks with Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist who discovered the healing power of food in the most personal way possible. When her young husband, Isamu, was diagnosed with a fatal brain tumor while she was just seven weeks pregnant, she searched for anything that could give them more time together. Through tireless research, she found that food wasn’t just nourishment—it was medicine. Hear how Andrea’s journey through love, loss, a...2025-02-2523 min
Wellness While Walking268. The Hidden Power of Fundamentals to Balance Hormones + More With Andrea NakayamaLet's ditch the fleeting fads and superficial solutions. We're going beyond quick fixes and shiny objects today, to build a foundation of true, lasting health. Andrea Nakayama is back to talk critical basics like blood sugar balance, digestion, and sleep, and how these can truly revolutionize our overall well-being, especially when it comes to hormone and cardiovascular health. Tune in to discover simple yet powerful steps you can start today for a more balanced and vibrant life! LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for sup...2025-02-1228 min
The Confident Woman PodcastYour Purpose is the Key to Healing with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, Rachel Brooks is joined by Andrea Nakayama, founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of The 15-Minute Matrix Podcast. Andrea shares her deeply personal journey into the world of functional nutrition after facing the devastating loss of her husband and navigating her own autoimmune struggles.Together, Rachel and Andrea unpack:The power of functional nutrition How food, lifestyle, and mindset play a role in healing.Understanding your body’s unique needs is the key to long-term health.How we can advocate for our own well-being.Practical tips to start healing from the inside ou...2025-02-0550 minWellness While Walking267. Harnessing Our Genes for Better Digestion, Less Inflammation + More Energy and Empowerment with Andrea NakayamaWhen we’re not feeling 100% or are unhappy with our health status, it’s logical to look for solutions. Plenty of folks out there are ready to tell us to try this or that product or method – often, their product or method. But so often, we already hold the key to feeling better, even if we don’t get to “perfect.” We can influence the expression of our genes through lifestyle factors such as diet, movement, environment, and mindset. Our guide today, Andrea Nakayama, will help us determine where we can be most effective, since focusing there is both powerful and...2025-02-0540 min
Its HERTIME with Cody SandersPersonalized Nutrition & Root Cause Healing: Guide to Overcoming Chronic Illness with Andrea Nakayama EP276Send us a textIn this insightful episode, I sit down with Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator who has revolutionized how we approach chronic illness. Andrea shares her personal story of resilience after losing her young husband to a brain tumor and how it inspired her to become a leader in Functional Nutrition.We dive into the gaps in Functional Medicine, why chronic illness is at epidemic levels, and Andrea’s unique framework for addressing root causes. She explains the pitfalls of overtesting, the importance of bio-individuality, and how to build a th...2025-01-0755 min
Midlife Wellness In The MountainsThe Power Of Narrative Medicine For Improved Health And Wellness with Andrea NakayamaSend us a textOne of my favorite teachers and mentors, Andrea Nakayama, joined me today to discuss what she believes is missing in traditional healthcare: our personal stories.So many of us are hyper focused on what we can do, what supplement we need, what lab to get done, what protocol to follow, how much protein to eat, etc. We are grasping for a fix. While these can be helpful, we often forget that the individual plays a critical role. Understanding our own narratives—reflecting on our life experiences, emotions, and individual hi...2024-12-1236 min
Type 1 In Midlife: Support for Women with Type 1 Diabetes Facing Perimenopause, Menopause, Hormonal Changes, Insulin Resistance, Weight Gain, and Blood Sugar StrugglesEp 83 - Why We Can’t Hack Our Way to Better Health with Type 1: Developing an Intuitive Approach with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, I’m joined by Andrea Nakayama, a trailblazing Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator. After losing her young husband to a brain tumor in 2002, Andrea’s journey into functional nutrition began, driving her mission to reclaim health in the face of chronic illness. Download my Free Guide - How to Navigate Diabetes Into Menopause and Beyond As the founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast, Andrea shares her innovative approach, using systems biology and root cause methodology to address health challenges. We dive into the differences between funct...2024-12-0956 min
Full Circle Healing16: Narrative Medicine is Transforming Healthcare with Andrea NakayamaMaster Your Breath, Balance Your Life, Download our FREE Breathing for Nervous System Regulation E-book.Andrea Nakayama is a leading functional health educator and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance.In this episode, you're going to learn what narrative medicine is and why it matters for patient-centered care, why understanding your personal story is crucial for addressing chronic illnesses, how to identify the mediators and triggers affecting your health, and practical ways to build a therapeutic partnership with your healthcare provider.Andrea Nakayama is...2024-11-2649 min
The Health Fix PodcastEp 520: Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Narrative Medicine With Andrea NakayamaAfter a life-altering experience when her husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma during her pregnancy, Andrea Nakayama realized the healthcare system often treats illnesses instead of the individual. This inspired her to revolutionize the approach to chronic illness. In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause speaks with Andrea Nakayama, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, about her groundbreaking work in narrative medicine—an approach that focuses on listening to a patient’s story and addressing the nuances in the clent's story often overlooked in healthcare. Andrea shares how integrating health stories with clinical insights can help uncover the root caus...2024-11-2050 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 520: Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Narrative Medicine With Andrea NakayamaAfter a life-altering experience when her husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma during her pregnancy, Andrea Nakayama realized the healthcare system often treats illnesses instead of the individual. This inspired her to revolutionize the approach to chronic illness. In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause speaks with Andrea Nakayama, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, about her groundbreaking work in narrative medicine—an approach that focuses on listening to a patient’s story and addressing the nuances in the clent's story often overlooked in healthcare. Andrea shares how integrating health stories with clinical insights can help uncover the root caus...2024-11-2050 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 520: Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Narrative Medicine With Andrea NakayamaAfter a life-altering experience when her husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma during her pregnancy, Andrea Nakayama realized the healthcare system often treats illnesses instead of the individual. This inspired her to revolutionize the approach to chronic illness. In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause speaks with Andrea Nakayama, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, about her groundbreaking work in narrative medicine—an approach that focuses on listening to a patient’s story and addressing the nuances in the clent's story often overlooked in healthcare. Andrea shares how integrating health stories with clinical insights can help uncover the root caus...2024-11-2050 minThe Health Fix PodcastEp 520: Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Narrative Medicine With Andrea NakayamaAfter a life-altering experience when her husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma during her pregnancy, Andrea Nakayama realized the healthcare system often treats illnesses instead of the individual. This inspired her to revolutionize the approach to chronic illness. In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause speaks with Andrea Nakayama, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, about her groundbreaking work in narrative medicine—an approach that focuses on listening to a patient’s story and addressing the nuances in the clent's story often overlooked in healthcare. Andrea shares how integrating health stories with clinical insights can help uncover the root caus...2024-11-2050 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie NiddamEpisode #280: Andrea Nakayama: The Limitations of Genetic Testing, The Problem with Conventional Medicine + Unexpected Ways to Heal Your BodyAre you tired of chasing quick fixes for your health issues? In this episode of the Longevity podcast, I talk with Andrea Nakayama to explore the power of a more holistic, personalized approach to health and wellness. We discuss the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand the full context of a person's health journey, why conventional medicine often falls short in addressing chronic health issues and building a strong health foundation before pursuing advanced treatments. We also discuss how practices like dance, poetry, and art can play a crucial role in our overall well-being....2024-10-291h 22
LONGEVITY with Nathalie NiddamEpisode #280: Andrea Nakayama: The Limitations of Genetic Testing, The Problem with Conventional Medicine + Unexpected Ways to Heal Your BodyAre you tired of chasing quick fixes for your health issues? In this episode of the Longevity podcast, I talk with Andrea Nakayama to explore the power of a more holistic, personalized approach to health and wellness. We discuss the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand the full context of a person's health journey, why conventional medicine often falls short in addressing chronic health issues and building a strong health foundation before pursuing advanced treatments. We also discuss how practices like dance, poetry, and art can play a crucial role in our overall well-being....2024-10-291h 22
Living a Nutritious Life with Keri GlassmanEpisode 29: Andrea Nakayama on the Intersection of Personalized Care and Functional NutritionLiving a Nutritious Life PodcastIn this episode of the Living a Nutritious Life Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Nutritionist and an advocate of the concept of narrative medicine. Andrea brings her wide breadth of knowledge in the personalized and functional space as well as insights from her many years of working with individuals to this conversation. We all need to know about narrative medicine. You do not want to miss this one.About Our Guest:As the host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and the f...2024-09-0344 min
My Health RenewedInterview with Andrea Nakayama Functional Medicine Nutritionist opening the lenses to bio-individuality helping to address a chronic illness at its roots.Andrea Nakayama one of the worlds top leading functional medicine nutritionist opens the lenses to bio-individuality and helps open the vision on how to address a chronic illness at its roots.
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Insatiable with Ali Shapiro, MSOD, CHHC278. How to Better Understand Stress with Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and EducatorStress. We experience it so much in our lives today, yet do we truly understand it? We bring stress to our healing, to our eating, to our health challenges, but how often do we pause to take in the whole picture of what's really going on? How can we begin to tune into ourselves among all the noise out there? How can we start moving through stress more effectively? In this conversation with Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, Andrea Nakayama, we go deep on all things stress and how to "separate the problem from the solution" for a more...2024-07-201h 25
Conscious HabitHealing from Within: Conscious Health with Andrea NakayamaProminent in the field of functional nutrition, Andrea Nakayama joins Amy Woodall in this enlightening episode of the Conscious Habit podcast. Andrea, a leader in addressing chronic illness through systems biology and root cause methodology, shares pivotal insights on achieving health consciousness by slowing down and tuning in to one's body. In this episode, key topics include the importance of monitoring sleep, poop, and blood sugar, especially for women experiencing perimenopause. Andrea details the art of her practice—assess, recommend, and track—highlighting the need for a deep, individualized assessment to better address each person’s unique health...2024-06-1948 min
The Hormone Puzzle Podcast - Learn How to Solve Your Infertility Puzzle to Get and Stay PregnantHealing Your Body Systems, Finding Your Super Power for Fertility with Andrea NakayamaIn episode #312 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Andrea Nakayama, talks about Healing Your Body Systems, Finding Your Super Power for Fertility. More about Andrea: As the host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and the founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance, Andrea is leading thousands of students and practitioners around the globe in a revolution to offer better solutions to the growing chronic illness epidemic. By highlighting the importance of systems biology, root cause methodology, and therapeutic partnerships, she helps historically underserved individuals reclaim ownership of their health. Thank you for listening! 2024-06-0442 min
The Homegrown PodcastEverything is connected, we are all unique, all things matter—how food impacts our epigenetics with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, we sat down with Andrea Nakayama to discuss the healing power of food. Andrea shares how her husband's cancer diagnosis shaped her entire health trajectory. Andrea is the founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance where she leads thousands of students and practitioners around the globe in a revolution to offer better solutions to the growing chronic illness epidemic. Tune in to hear how food can really change our physiology. Find Andrea Nakayama HERE. Find Andrea Nakayama on Instagram HERE. Find the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast HERE. Find Homegrown on Instagram HERE. Find Liz Haselmayer o...2024-05-221h 08
Daily Wellness Podcast64 | A Functional Nutritionist’s Approach to Mystery Health Issues with Andrea NakayamaDo you feel like you are doing everything right, but still don’t feel better?
Or maybe you know something is off but can’t put your finger on it.
Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Nutritionist, joins me for a chat about mystery health issues.
She shares her personal story of her late husband's diagnosis and death from a brain tumor, which sparked her passion for functional nutrition.
Andrea highlights the gaps she experienced in the medical system, including the lack of personalized treatment and the focus on the diagnosis rather than the pe...2024-05-1934 min
The Midlife Makeover Show - Empty Nest, Divorce, Health, Career, Self-Care, Empowered Women, Spiritual Growth, Mindset, Stress Management, Aging, Weight Loss, Menopause, Motivation, Women Over 50195 🍏 Empowering Your Health: Andrea Nakayama's Functional Approach to Conquering Chronic IllnessIn this riveting episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the inspirational Andrea Nakayama, a functional medicine nutritionist who is revolutionizing the way we approach health and healing. After the tragic loss of her husband to a brain tumor, Andrea's life took a turn that led her to discover the incredible power of personalized nutrition and its ability to transform lives.
Dive deep into Andrea's journey from heartache to healing as she shares her unique philosophy on functional nutrition, a practice that goes beyond conventional dietary advice and delves into the individual ne...2024-05-1341 min
Balance Archives - Kami GuildnerAndrea Nakayama, Optimizing Health through Functional Nutrition, Episode 340I’m thrilled to introduce Andrea Nakayama, a transformative figure in functional medicine and holistic health. Andrea leads a global movement in reclaiming ownership of health through her innovative approach. Inspired by personal tragedy, she empowers practitioners worldwide to become trusted health partners, offering personalized solutions for complex health challenges. Andrea’s work at the forefront of combatting the chronic illness epidemic, using systems biology, mental models, and root cause methodology, has garnered recognition from both clients and clinicians alike. Her unwavering commitment to the healing potential of food and holistic health practices serves as a beacon of hope for...2024-04-1100 minExtraordinary Women RadioAndrea Nakayama, Optimizing Health through Functional Nutrition, Episode 340I'm thrilled to introduce Andrea Nakayama, a transformative figure in functional medicine and holistic health. Andrea leads a global movement in reclaiming ownership of health through her innovative approach. Inspired by personal tragedy, she empowers practitioners worldwide to become trusted health partners, offering personalized solutions for complex health challenges. Andrea's work at the forefront of combatting the chronic illness epidemic, using systems biology, mental models, and root cause methodology, has garnered recognition from both clients and clinicians alike. Her unwavering commitment to the healing potential of food and holistic health practices serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking...2024-04-1134 min
Momma Has GoalsImplementing Functional Nutrition in Your Family with Andrea NakayamaIf you're ready to take your health and wellness to the next level, this ones for you as I sit down with the incredible Andrea Nakayama, host of the 15-Minute Matrix podcast and founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance. Andrea is on a mission to empower individuals, especially moms, to become the best versions of themselves by taking charge of their health through functional nutrition. She shares invaluable insights and tools that you can add to your toolbox to support your journey toward optimal health and wellness.As a single mom who tragically lost her young husband to...2024-04-0957 min
Positively Midlife PodcastEp. 94: Navigating Health: Transforming Autoimmune Conditions with Nutrition and Self-Care - A Midlife Conversation with Andrea NakayamaSend us a textWhen midlife and autoimmune disease collide, it can feel like navigating an uncharted wilderness. Yet, Andrea Nakayama's personal triumphs and profound expertise in functional medicine nutrition light up the path to wellbeing. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, as Andrea shares her own journey with Hashimoto's disease and how she's turned adversity into advocacy for those wrestling with chronic illnesses. We also talk about an ingenious life hack—a medical planner—that could revolutionize how you keep tabs on your health, and Ellen's enchanting mason jar fairy lights to add a spri...2024-03-2057 min