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Aging with Purpose and PassionReclaim Your Health After 50: Andrea Nakayama’s Functional FormulaYour body isn’t broken—it’s trying to talk to you.But are you listening?When Andrea Nakayama’s husband was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer while she was seven weeks pregnant, her world shattered. What happened next would spark a global movement in functional nutrition—and a new approach to midlife health and healing.In this powerful episode of Aging With Purpose and Passion, Andrea shares how deep grief led her to reimagine wellness, build resilience, and teach thousands to trust their body’s wisdom.You’ll learn:🔹 Why one-size-fits...2025-08-0635 min
Integrative Women's Health PodcastWhat's Missing From The Conversation on Longevity with Andrea Nakayama“When we are so restricted and tied to all the things we have to do, we're not actually supporting longevity.” - Andrea NakayamaHealth practitioners and clients are often looking for the same thing: the “right” tools and protocols for women in perimenopause and beyond. Social media tells women they should be taking hormones, eating lots of protein, and powerlifting, and the conversation gets reduced to macros, lab numbers, and one-size-fits-all solutions while ignoring the emotional, physiological, and cultural shifts that happen in midlife. The result? Clients feel like they’re doing everything “right” and still not getting better...2025-08-051h 00
Thriving Practice with Tracy CherpeskiWhy Your Patients Need More Than Medical Care: The Functional Nutrition Solution Featuring Andrea Nakayama, EP 196In this enlightening conversation, Andrea Nakayama breaks down the often confusing world of functional nutrition and explains how it can transform healthcare practices. Rather than focusing on restrictive diets or one-size-fits-all protocols, functional nutrition takes a personalized approach that considers each individual's unique history, physiology, and circumstances. Andrea shares how practitioners can integrate these services into their practices to better serve patients with chronic health issues, while working collaboratively within appropriate scopes of practice.
Key Highlights
What functional nutrition really is: A systems-based approach focused on individual experience rather than dietary protocols, guided by the principles th...2025-07-3040 min
Nutrition & Life#227 Functional Medicine Nutritionist Andrea Nakayama’s Tools for LongevityWelcome back to another deeply insightful episode of the Nutrtion and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa sits down with Andrea Nakayama—a renowned functional medicine nutritionist and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance—to explore the transformative world of functional medicine, chronic health challenges, and the art of simplifying complex health decisions for empowered well-being.In this episode, Andrea shares her inspiring journey from book publishing to becoming a leader in the functional nutrition space, spurred by deeply personal experiences. Together, Lisa and Andrea discuss the pitfalls of one-size-fits-all protocols, the true science of longevity, practical ways to m...2025-07-2547 min
Bomb LifeDiagnosis to Determination: A Gut Health Journey with Andrea Nakayama |280In this week’s episode of the Bomb Life Podcast, we welcome Andrea Nakayama who 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.Melissa and Andrea explore the top tools in Functional Medicine and Nutrition, introducing a healing protocol. They stress the importance of personalized care and evidence-based strategies, fostering therapeutic partnerships between practitioners and patients. Andrea advocates for movi...2025-07-1047 min
Happy Bones, Happy LifeIs Low Stomach Acid Weakening Your Bones? with Andrea Nakayama and Margie BissingerDid you know that low stomach acid could be silently harming your bones? In this episode, I’m joined by Andrea Nakayama, a functional medicine nutritionist, who dives deep into the surprising connection between stomach acid and osteoporosis. We discuss why so many people with osteoporosis have low stomach acid and don’t even know it, and how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), commonly used to treat heartburn, may be making the problem worse. Andrea explains how stomach acid plays a vital role in absorbing key nutrients essential for bone health, such as calcium, magnesium, and vita...2025-07-0839 min
The Coach Debbie Potts Show#600 Andrea Nakayama & Debbie Potts on Functional Nutrition & Aging with VitalityWelcome to The Coach Debbie Potts Show — also known as The Fit & Healthy Athlete Podcast, where we share strategies to stay fit and healthy from the inside out as we age… at a cellular level. Together, we’re building the FutureYou by optimizing metabolism, hormones, and energy with The WHOLESTIC Method. In this powerful episode, Debbie sits down with renowned functional medicine nutritionist and educator Andrea Nakayama, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast. Andrea’s work has transformed the landscape of chronic illness care by shifting the focus from protocols and quic...2025-06-241h 05
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
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 28
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 Wildly Capable ShowEverything 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 | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully195 🍏 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...2024-03-2056 min
Myers Detox PodcastConventional Medicine vs Functional Medicine: Detox and Going back to Health Basics with Andrea NakayamaThe US healthcare system is really good at 2 things. Diagnostics and emergency health care. Chronic health conditions? Heavy metal testing? Nutrition? Detoxification? Anti-aging?.. Not so much. But there are practitioners that are taking a more holistic approach to healthcare. Renowned Functional Medicine Nutritionist and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, Andrea Nakayama, is one of those practitioners and she’s taught thousands of others to do the same. On today’s show, Andrea discusses the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of health issues through a systems-based approach, investigating the roots (genes, digestion, inflammation), and enco...2024-03-1455 min
Ivy Unleashed190. The 3 Roots of Chronic Health Conditions & Filling the Healthcare Gap ft. Andrea NakayamaAndrea Nakayama is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator and speaker pioneering the movement to transform healthcare into a system that works for everyone. Andrea joined the functional care world after a devastating life circumstance and has made it her mission to help fill gaps in healthcare. Tune in to her story of resiliency, the frameworks she’s created to help people heal, her experience with Hashimoto’s Disease, and so much more. Guest: Andrea NakayamaWebsite: Andreanakayama.comInstagram: Andrea Nakayama 🍏 Nutritionist (@andreanakayama) • Instagram photos and videosMentioned in the episode:Bette...2024-03-041h 10
Hack My Age183. Nutrition for Menopause, Disease Root Causes & Reversing Hashimotos - Andrea NakayamaAndrea Nakayama is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, who has helped thousands of clients, and teaches coaches and clinicians around the world how to reclaim ownership of both their own and their clients’ health. Andrea is also the host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and the founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, where she draws on her experience and expertise to slow down our rapidly growing chronic illness epidemic. Andrea has been through hardship and lost her husband to a brain tumor in 2002, but through this tragedy, she found out she had a passion for using fo...2024-02-121h 13
Inspiring PossiblePurposeful Persistence w/ Andrea Nakayama EP 42Do you wish to cultivate a sense of purpose in you life? In this episode, host Christy Pennison is joined by special guest Andrea Nakayama for an illuminating discussion on the beauty of balancing effort and trust in life. Andrea, an inspiring figure in the world of functional medicine nutrition, shares her remarkable journey of finding purpose and perseverance amidst personal challenges. From navigating her late husband's illness to carving a path in nutrition and healthcare, Andrea's story is one of resilience, purpose-driven action, and unwavering commitment. Through heartfelt conversations and insightful anecdotes, listeners are...2023-12-2153 min
The Simplicity SessionsNarrative Medicine & Whole Body Health with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, I am joined by Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, who has led thousands of clients, and now teaches even more coaches and clinicians around the world in a revolution reclaiming ownership of both their own and their clients’ health. As the host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and the founder and former CEO of Functional Nutrition Alliance, Andrea draws on systems biology, mental models, root cause methodology and the therapeutic partnership to offer long-awaited solutions for the rapidly growing chronic illness epidemic. After losing her young husband to a brain tu...2023-11-1355 min
Renee Belz & Lauren SambataroReclaim Your Health with the Power of Functional Nutrition with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Andrea Nakayama, a renowned Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator. Andrea's journey is not just about healing the body but nourishing the soul, and her personal story is both powerful and inspirational. We discuss what narrative medicine is, thoughts on when to use lab testing, tapping into our intuition, and more, providing valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being.Andrea is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, who has led thousands of clients, and now teaches even more coaches and clinicians around the...2023-10-301h 03
Women Talking FranklyEp 38: Women and Cardiac Disease: Getting to the Roots with Andrea Nakayama, Functional NutritionistIn today’s episode, Kyle and Candace tackle the all-important subject of heart disease, the number one killer of women. While many campaigns exist to bring awareness to breast cancer screening and testing, the truth is that heart disease poses a much greater threat to us.
In the U.S., 1 out of 31 American women die from breast cancer while heart disease causes 1 out of every 3 deaths, which amounts to over 300,00 dying annually of this often silent disease. In the UK, heart disease kills twice as many women as compared to breast cancer.
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The Dr. Kinney ShowFrom “Why Me” to “Oh, Me”: Healing Autoimmune Disorders with Andrea NakayamaDo you struggle with autoimmune disorders? You’re not alone! So many of my listeners struggle with autoimmune diseases, so in this episode of The Dr. Kinney Show, I sat down with Andrea Nakayama, a functional nutritionist to have a chat all about autoimmunity. Andrea has a really cool way of looking at the body and she’s going to share some ways that you can adjust and begin to heal your body.By highlighting the importance of systems biology, root cause methodology, and therapeutic partnerships, Andrea helps historically underserved individuals reclaim ownership of th...2023-08-2833 min
Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto'sHealing Thyroid Autoimmunity Through Functional Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama“Nutrition is about growth, metabolism, and repair. It's not just about the food we eat or don't eat.” - Andrea NakayamaIf you have a chronic condition, you’ve probably been advised to cut certain foods or food groups from your diet. Whether going gluten-free or dairy-free or switching to a diet like keto or paleo, many people with chronic conditions find themselves on increasingly restrictive diets, struggling to make progress.A holistic approach to nutrition and health considers the complexity of the body's systems and each person’s individual needs. That means making sustainable changes...2023-06-061h 00
Getting To YES035: How To Better Coach Patients With Andrea NakayamaThere's a lot of overwhelm when patients experience health challenges… and oftentimes, health practitioners unknowingly add to the overwhelm.
In their quest to identify and resolve the underlying root causes for a patient, health practitioners frequently jump straight to protocols and treatment – without allowing enough time for a patient to “get ready” for treatment.
In this episode with Andrea Nakayama, one of the leading functional nutritionists in the world, we’ll unpack how health practitioners can better coach their prospective clients or patients to a decision to seek professional help.
As the host of the 15-M...2023-05-2429 min
Recovery and Transformation#49 How Does Functional Medicine Work? With Andrea NakayamaAs 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.Book a free strategy session with Sameer: https://app.simplymeet.me/sameer/strategysession 🎙 Podcast - https://www.spreaker.com/show/recovery-and-transformation 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sam3r/ 👍🏾 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SameerDossan...2023-05-1854 min
Embracing Enough81. Disrupting the Narrative Around How We Understand Our Bodies and Their Healing with Andrea NakayamaIn this week's episode, Dina sits down with Andrea Nakayama and unpacks her journey of starting the Functional Nutrition Alliance, arriving at this major pivot in her career in the most unique and unexpected of ways. After losing her young husband to a brain tumor in 2002, she discovered a passion for using food as personalized medicine and is now regularly consulted as the nutrition expert for the toughest clinical cases in the practices of many world-renowned doctors. She trains nearly four thousand practitioners each year in her methodologies so that they too can become the last stop for their...2023-05-0143 min
The Over 50 Health & Wellness PodcastExploring Functional Nutrition with Andrea NakayamaSend us a textI often like to say that while nutritional science and be vastly complex, eating healthy should be quite simple. Most of us know the types of foods we should avoid and the types of foods that nourish our bodies and our minds. So why do so many of us struggle with maintaining a healthy weight? Why are so many of us sick? And why are metabolic illnesses – the so-called lifestyle diseases - on the rise at such alarming rates in spite of the fantastic advances in technology and medicine? ...2023-04-1157 min
Feminine RoadmapFR EP #313 Process Not Protocol Getting to the Root of Chronic Disease with Andrea NakayamaToday on Feminine Roadmap we are talking about getting to the root of chronic disease with Andrea Nakayama. Andrea’s approach to health care is process over protocol using a functional medicine approach. After losing her 34 year old husband in 2002 to a brain tumor, Andrea became determined to understand what lead to chronic disease. She wanted to understand how and why the body reacts as it does and to unlock our healing potential using the keys nutrition can provide. The gaps she encountered in the medical system fueled her desire to find a more holistic and healing approach. The fundamental te...2023-04-0346 min
Quiet the DietNavigating Medical Appointments with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, Michelle sits down with Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist & Founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance. They dive into how to navigate medical appointments and get the most results from them, despite the biases that many people experience while in appointments. You’ll learn about how to navigate conventional medical appointments as well as functional and what it truly means to be your own advocate. They discuss: Functional nutrition Why you might leave the doctor’s office feeling unsatisfied How to decipher our bodi...2023-03-271h 03
Balanced FactorHow to Become the CEO of Your Own Health & Heal Your Body Through Nutrition Ft. Andrea NakayamaAre you tired of feeling like you don’t have your health under control, given no answers or solutions that don’t really solve your problems? Then this is the episode for you!
In this episode, Emily interviews Andrea Nakayama an internationally known functional medicine nutritionist, speaker, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast.
Andrea is determined to empower patients to exercise their own self-health and become the CEO of their journey. In this conversation, the two discuss how our health is more than a simple quick fix and ways...2023-02-2246 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama – Part Two #376
For the final episode of the 15-Minute Matrix (sad, but true!) I finalize our deep dive into the topic of satiety, continuing the conversation from my first episode, linked below. As a bonus, I answer questions I received regarding the what, why and how of satiety.
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Make Some Noise with Andrea OwenFunctional Nutrition and Autoimmunity with Andrea NakayamaWelcome, 2023! As we start the new year, we are continuing the Women's Health theme with a conversation about functional nutrition and the impact of a healthy diet on the body, autoimmunity, and Epigenetics. My guest is podcast host and functional nutrition counselor, Andrea Nakayama. Andrea is the host of the 15-Minute Matrix podcast and the founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance. Her aim is to offer better solutions to the growing chronic illness epidemic by highlighting the importance of systems biology, root cause methodology, and therapeutic partnerships. She also helps historically underserved individuals reclaim ownership of their h...2023-01-0456 min
The Michelle Chalfant Show — Life from the Adult ChairThe Nutrition and Mental Health Connection with Andrea NakayamaIt’s that time of year again…the holidays are here, and with them come all the delicious food and treats. I’m ALL about treating ourselves and eating for enjoyment, but there can also come a point where it’s no longer fun. You probably know the feeling: the sugar crash, the sluggishness, the fatigue, maybe even body aches or indigestion or mild depression. It turns out there’s a reason behind this: what we eat is deeply connected to our brain chemistry, our hormonal balance and our mental and emotional health. And it’s different...2022-12-1542 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Culinary Mushrooms with Andrea Gentl #366In this delicious bite-sized episode, Andrea Gentl takes us on a delightful journey into the world of culinary mushrooms, highlighting the benefits and varied ways we can all introduce mushrooms into our daily routines. Be sure to check out the show notes for a link to Andrea’s beautiful book on the topic! Click here to […]
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Well-Fed WomenYour Diagnosis Isn’t Your Root Cause with Andrea NakayamaHere are the notes for episode #406 of Well-Fed Women. Be sure to check back every Tuesday for a new episode, and head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to subscribe!To leave a review for the podcast (HORRAY!), go to: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/reviewIn this episode, Noelle and Andrea Nakayama discuss why your diagnosis isn’t your root cause.Got a question you’d like us to answer? Email us at wellfedwomen@gmail.com.10% of the funds we receive from our sponsors is donated directly to our partner charity, Thistle Farm...2022-12-131h 10
Better with Dr. ErickaIntegrating Nutrition and Lifestyle Habits for Better Health with Andrea NakayamaThis episode discusses the power of your story and narrative as a tool to understanding and improving your health. My guest is Andrea Nakayama who is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator leading clients, students, and practitioners around the globe in a revolution to reclaim ownership over our own health.
Questions this episode will answer:
-What is a functional medicine nutritionist?
-Why are lifestyle habits important for your health?
-How can you harness your own power to take control of your health?
-What role can medical professionals play in your j...2022-11-2254 min
The Empathy EdgeAndrea Nakayama: How The Empathy Trap Impacts Healthcare - and LeadershipIf you've ever experienced the healthcare system due to a medical emergency or a chronic illness, then you know the system is often set up to deliver cookie cutter outputs based on inputs. There is little room for "true empathy" even though many healthcare professionals want to help people. In healthcare - and in our workplaces and organizations - we tend to get empathy wrong! Empathy is not about being nice, quickly easing someone's pain or solving their problem. Empathy is about being with someone, deeply listening, and adapting based on their history, context and point of view. That's...2022-11-1545 min
She's Got MoxieAndrea Nakayama – Founder of Functional Nutrition AllianceAndrea Nakayama shares her best action steps for growing her business, the biggest challenges that she sees for female business owners, and how to unpack complicated feelings that you might have around selling your business. "How do we elevate the role of the patients to be a better partner in their own healthcare?" - Andrea Nakayama. Learn more about this episode of She’s Got Moxie at findingjoyeverday.com/1732022-11-0937 minShe's Got MoxieAndrea Nakayama – Founder of Functional Nutrition AllianceAndrea Nakayama shares her best action steps for growing her business, the biggest challenges that she sees for female business owners, and how to unpack complicated feelings that you might have around selling your business. "How do we elevate the role of the patients to be a better partner in their own healthcare?" - Andrea Nakayama. Learn more about this episode of She’s Got Moxie at findingjoyeverday.com/1732022-11-0937 min
Vitally You, Feeling Younger While Growing Older58. Aging with Passion, Permission, Purpose, Persistence, and Perseverance with Andrea NakayamaI am joined by Andrea Nakayama, an internationally-known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that WORKS, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition. Andrea is celebrated as a leader in the field of Functional Nutrition because of her unique ability to teach and inspire practitioners and patients alike. Andrea synthesizes art and science, empathy and physiology, intuition and problem solving, into a system that truly helps people get to the root cause of their illness, create a path t...2022-10-3036 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama #346In this solo episode, I invite you into the world of satiety. In Part One of this two-part series on satiety, I’ll focus on three of the five influencing factors involved in satiety. Tune-in to learn what those five physiological factors that influence our feelings of fullness are, and what we can do to help […]
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The Lindsey Elmore ShowReclaiming Ownership of Your Health | Andrea NakayamaReclaiming Ownership of Your Health | Andrea Nakayama 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. Topics covered in this episode: The State of Chronic Disease Gaps in Functional Medicine Complimentary Care Lifestyle Changes Systems Biology and Mental Models Root Cause Medicine Over-testing Core Principles of Eating...2022-07-0541 min
The Optimal Body219 | How to use Functional Nutrition to Improve Your Health with Andrea NakayamaAndrea Nakayama, functional nutritionist, explains her methods of strategically approaching symptoms from a root-cause based mindset. She discusses the 3 tiers of nutrition mastery and her best recommendation to identifying the source of your symptoms. With tracking in mind, she explains the importance of stool and elimination, and how the stool spectrum provides informative data about your health. Furthermore, she dives into gut bacteria, providing 3 key takeaways to allow the gut bacteria to flourish. As she explains 4 steps to creating an optimal meal, she approaches nutrition tests, blood glucose levels, and autoimmunity from a functional perspective. Listen in to learn...2022-06-2952 min
Energized with Dr. MarizaThe Most Important Question You Need to Ask Yourself When Healing Any Disease w/ Andrea NakayamaIf You Want to Get Clear On Healing Your Disease, You Should:
Understand and be firmly surrounding your own health and non-negotiables
Forgive yourself for past medical gaslighting and explore your options
Stop looking for a quick fix by adjusting your mindset to slow thinking
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself what are your health non-negotiables? As women, we need to get better at asking ourselves this question, especially when we are dealing with chronic symptoms or diseases. While every woman's approach to healing is different, we all need to get clear on what is...2022-06-2451 min
Essential AlchemyA Functional Nutrition Approach to Resilience with Andrea Nakayama, FNLP, MSN, CNC, CNE, CHHCWith Andrea Nakayama, you'll learn more about the most common misconceptions about resilience, the Functional Medicine approach to resilience, and tools and systems to support health and resiience.
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Life (UN)Closeted: LGBTQ+ Coming Out Stories & Advice for living out and proud!Taking Care of Your LGBTQ Life With Functional Nutrition – Andrea NakayamaOur LGBTQ bodies are beautiful machines, but not unless we take care of them. Now add the stress of being LGBTQ, plus normal life stuff, and it can easily become a recipe for disaster. But what if you had a plan that stoked your body full of good just by eating right and know what is best for your body, not the fit you in the box way most medical professionals try to make you fit into. Enter Andrea Nakayama, Founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance to guide us with tips and ideas for fueling our LGBTQ lives and bodies in...2022-05-1149 min
The Sleep Whisperer Podcast125 - 3 Tiers Of Poor Sleep With Andrea Nakayama, FNLP, MSN, CNC, CNE, CHHC-Part 2Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that WORKS, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition. Andrea is celebrated as a leader in the field of Functional Nutrition because of her unique ability to teach and inspire practitioners and patients alike. Andrea synthesises art and science, empathy and physiology, intuition and problem solving, into a system that truly helps people get to the root cause of their illness, create a path towards wellness, and find...2022-05-0321 min
The Sleep Whisperer Podcast125 - 3 Tiers Of Poor Sleep With Andrea Nakayama, FNLP, MSN, CNC, CNE, CHHC-Part 2Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that WORKS, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition. Andrea is celebrated as a leader in the field of Functional Nutrition because of her unique ability to teach and inspire practitioners and patients alike. Andrea synthesises art and science, empathy and physiology, intuition and problem solving, into a system that truly helps people get to the root cause of their illness, create a path towards wellness, and find...2022-05-039h 41The Sleep Whisperer Podcast124 - 3 Tiers Of Poor Sleep With Andrea Nakayama, FNLP, MSN, CNC, CNE, CHHC-Part 1Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that WORKS, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition. Andrea is celebrated as a leader in the field of Functional Nutrition because of her unique ability to teach and inspire practitioners and patients alike. Andrea synthesises art and science, empathy and physiology, intuition and problem solving, into a system that truly helps people get to the root cause of their illness, create a path towards wellness, and find...2022-04-2645 minThe Sleep Whisperer Podcast124 - 3 Tiers Of Poor Sleep With Andrea Nakayama, FNLP, MSN, CNC, CNE, CHHC-Part 1Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and speaker who is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that WORKS, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition. Andrea is celebrated as a leader in the field of Functional Nutrition because of her unique ability to teach and inspire practitioners and patients alike. Andrea synthesises art and science, empathy and physiology, intuition and problem solving, into a system that truly helps people get to the root cause of their illness, create a path towards wellness, and find...2022-04-269h 54
Women Talking FranklyEpisode Twenty-Four: Part 2: Adrenal Health w/ Andrea NakayamaCandace + Kyle are back in the studio with Functional Nutritionist, Andrea Nakayama, for a lively conversation about how our adrenals are impacted by how and what we eat, as well as the other important aspects of how we live (exercise and sleep routines).
Andrea, Kyle and Candace dig into the term ‘Adrenal Fatigue’ and explore how this can present, be measured and ultimately treated so that you can be feeling your best.
Andrea explores how the adrenals provide energy and how stress (a normal physiologic phenomena) can be good and bad. Constant stress puts us into...2021-11-0151 minWomen Talking FranklyEpisode Twenty-Three: Digging Into Functional Nutrition with the Expert; Part I: Andrea NakayamaWhen our speaker was faced with a major life crisis, “I turned my love for food into FOOD AS MEDICINE” ….and the rest, as they say, is history.
Kyle and Candace welcome functional nutritionist, Andrea Nakayama on this episode which centers on how what and how we eat has a profound influence on our genetics, our well being and the quality of our lives. Andrea shares her unique journey from the world of publishing into creating a new model of functional nutrition.
Just as Andrea was celebrating her first pregnancy, her husband was diagnosed with a gliob...2021-10-0157 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Inflammatory Root Causes with Andrea Nakayama and Guest Host Eileen Laird (Replay) #122Today is a Replay of one in our special series where I sat in the guest seat and asked one of my colleagues to interview me! The guest host for this episode is Eileen Laird, and together we bring you deeper into a conversation around inflammatory root causes. While there are thousands of signs, symptoms […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Seasonal Eating with Andrea Beaman #168When we eat seasonally, our body aligns with the environment we live in. Connecting to the seasons is a beautiful way to feel more engaged with the foods we consume and invite optimal health. Today on the podcast Andrea Beaman speaks to us about the powers and many healing benefits of seasonal eating, and what […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama (Replay) #57Today on the 15-Minute Matrix special Nutrition Therapy series, we’re re-releasing a foundational episode where I come to mic to map Nutrition. Why? Because I still believe we are getting nutrition all wrong. Tune-in to learn more and ensure that you’re not making diet and lifestyle recommendations without this paradigm-shifting perspective. Click here to download […]
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The Nutrition ShowAndrea Nakayama: Taming Inflammation and Managing Autoimmunity with Diet and LifestyleNeed a crash course in autoimmune issues? Andrea Nakayama from the Functional Nutrition Alliance joins us to discuss functional nutrition approaches to autoimmunity and how balancing food, movement, mindset and environment can make a huge difference when it comes to taming inflammation, improving your energy and resolving symptoms. IN THIS EPISODE WE’LL COVER SOME OF THESE QUESTIONS: - What is inflammation and how do we address it? - What is autoimmunity? - What are the 3 major tenets of functional nutrition? - Is nature medicinal? - What are some signs and symptoms of...2020-08-1836 min
Feed Your Wild- Intuitive Healing, Akashic Records, Astrology for Healers, Holistic HealingStepping into Your Circle of Influence During the Pandemic with Andrea NakayamaIn this episode, we’re speaking with one of my mentors Andrea Nakayama. If you are dealing with chronic dis-ease (helping someone who does) or experiencing major challenges during this pandemic, this episode is for YOU. We talk about how the pandemic is illuminating major gaps in the conventional American medical model... Andrea shares her helpful 3 Roots, Many Branches framework, and her "Circle of Influence" approach for how to handle tough situations like this pandemic. She talks about how to deal with inflammation: Clear, Calm, Enhance, and Modulate; and the importance of assessing the health of...2020-05-251h 05
15 Minute MatrixMapping COVID-19 with Andrea Nakayama (Special Release) #127Tune-in for this special episode where I invite you to sit in your seat of influence with the COVID-19 pandemic. I share the science of the virus—the mechanisms by which it causes symptoms, how it replicates itself, and how you can use Functional Nutrition to support immune health and mitigate symptoms for yourself and your […]
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Big Bold ImmunityOwning Your Health Journey with Andrea Nakayama | Big Bold Health Podcast Episode 22Each of us has a unique health journey, and in Episode 22 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Andrea Nakayama (a functional medicine nutritionist and educator) reveals part of her personal journey to health. As Andrea shares her story she empowers you to take back your health and gives a big, bold reminder that you are so much more than your diagnosis! Show Notes Want to learn more about how to take ownership of your own health journey? Head to www.fxnutrition.com Functional Nutrition Alliance The Functional Nutrition Alliance (formerly Replenish...2020-03-1924 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Hashimotos with Andrea Nakayama and Guest Host Magdalena Wszelaki #125Today in the final episode of our special series I’m back in the guest seat with my friend Magdalena Wszelaki. Together we’ll be exploring the 3 roots that apply to any chronic illness with a particular emphasis on Hashimotos. You won’t want to miss this fast and furious episode where I speak into how to […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping The Gut Brain Connection with Andrea Nakayama and Guest Host Cavin Balaster #124Today in our special series I’m in the guest seat talking with my friend, colleague and TBI survivor Cavin Balaster. In my ebook Roadmap to Resolution I discuss the importance of addressing and shifting the terrain of the entire digestive system, leaving no stone unturned, and today Cavin and I will bring you deeper into […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Environmental Inputs with Andrea Nakayama and Guest Host Lara Adler #123Today in our special series I’m back in the guest seat talking with my favorite environmental toxins expert Lara Adler about environmental inputs and long term health outcomes. The field of epigenetics tells us that the factors that influence our genetic expression matter more than the genes themselves. That’s why, as we discuss in the […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Inflammatory Root Causes with Andrea Nakayama and Guest Host Eileen Laird #122Today is the start of a special series we’re releasing for the 15-Minute Matrix where I will be sitting in the guest seat! Our guest host for this episode is Eileen Laird, and we’re excited to bring you deeper into a conversation around inflammatory root causes. While there are thousands of signs, symptoms and diagnoses, […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama (Top Episode) #111One year ago today I recorded a very special edition of the 15-Minute Matrix podcast for you, where I mapped nutrition on the Functional Nutrition Matrix. To kick the new year off right – and ensure that you have your place secured in the future of healthcare – I’m sharing the rebroadcast of the episode […]
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15 Minute MatrixMapping Story with Andrea Nakayama #100In today’s 100th episode of the podcast I take you to the heart of the matter. To story. A patient’s story is a critical part of how we understand them and determine our next steps in care. And, as we reach this big milestone, we want you to know how thankful we are for your […]
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The Spectrum of Health with Dr. Christine Schaffner33 - Functional Nutrition | Andrea NakayamaAndrea Nakayama has a special gift. She helps chronically ill people when nobody else can - literally. She consults other doctors on their own difficult cases. In addition to her own functional medicine practice, she also trains 1,000 functional medicine practitioners every year. She speaks with Dr. Schaffner about functional medicine nutrition and how you can start to take care of yourself. For more on Andrea Nakayama, visit https://fxnutrition.com/. For more Dr. Schaffner (including more podcasts!), visit www.drchristineschaffner.com. 2019-06-0648 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama #57Today, in a special New Year’s release of the podcast, I’ll be taking the mic to map Nutrition on the matrix. Why? Because I still believe we are getting Nutrition all wrong. Tune-in to learn more and ensure that you’re not making diet and lifestyle recommendations without this paradigm-shifting perspective.
> Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode
Below are several related blog posts and Terms to Know, if you’d like to know more:
> The 80/20 Rule for Nutrition Practitioners
> Functional Term to Know: ‘Symbiosis’
> Functional Term to Know: ‘Personal Evidence’
> Functional Term to Know: ‘Bioindiv...2018-12-3119 min
Healthy View RadioFood that Heals with Andrea NakayamaOn this week’s episode of Healthy View Radio we’ll be exploring how we can reclaim ownership of our health through functional nutrition when we talk with Andrea Nakayama. Andrea is a functional nutritionist, educator, speaker and founder of Functional Nutrition Lab, an online school for practitioners where she teaches the science and art of functional nutrition.2018-05-1055 min