15 Minute Matrix

The common assumption when someone is dealing with acid reflux, heartburn or GERD is that there is too much stomach acid. But is it really too little stomach acid that’s causing the symptoms? This week I invite Dr. Tyler Jean to the mic to explore the underlying and root causes for low stomach acid and […] The post Mapping Hypochlorhydria with Dr. Tyler Jean #240 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Pregnancy and birthing a baby can be overwhelming and exhausting. Sex may be the last thing a mother wants to think about! Tune in as I bring Adee Cazayoux to the mic to discuss postpartum sex, why it’s so important, and how to help our clients and patients communicate their needs to their partner (or […] The post Mapping Postpartum Sex with Adee Cazayoux #239 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Joint pain is a common complaint with our clients and patients, and it can often be chalked up to arthritis or “wear and tear.” But is that a fair assessment? On today’s episode, Dr. Angela Cortal illuminates where the root causes of joint pain may stem from, and whether or not exercise and movement should […] The post Mapping Joint Pain with Dr. Angela Cortal #238 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In today’s episode we’ll turn our attention to bacterial vaginosis (BV), which for many is a taboo subject. While BV is a common condition for women, it’s often misdiagnosed as an STD or STI. Dr. Jolene Brighten is the perfect guest to bust the myths and beat the stigma surrounding conversations around this condition and […] The post Mapping Bacterial Vaginosis with Dr. Jolene Brighten #237 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

It’s not often that we get to “double click” on the clinical impacts of a truly therapeutic relationship (which is one of the three primary tenets of a Functional practice). But that’s exactly what we’ll do today with my guest, Terri Lonowski. You may want to listen to this once, and then again and again […] The post Mapping Soulful Listening with Terri Lonowski #236 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Plasmalogens: What are they and how do they work in the body? It goes deep. Really deep! Join me and Dr. Dayan Goodenowe as we discuss plasmalogens and the role they play in keeping our cells healthy, supporting cognitive health and longevity. (And get ready for some biochem!) Click here to download the completed Matrix […] The post Mapping Plasmalogens with Dr. Dayan Goodenowe #235 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Dr. Sarah Ballantyne is everyone’s go-to resource and guide for the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP). But there can still be a lot of confusion about what it is, what it isn’t, and how to approach it with clients and patients. Plus, is it sustainable and safe? In today’s episode, Dr. Sarah helps shift our focus […] The post Mapping the Autoimmune Protocol Diet with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne #234 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) is known in the functional medicine world and often overlooked in allopathic medicine. But what is it and how common is MCAS? Join me as I speak with Functional Naturopath Beth O’Hara who takes us into the intricacies of mast cells and the important role they play in the body […] The post Mapping MCAS Triggers with Beth O’Hara #233 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Join me and Instagram sensation and Medical Esthetician Sophia Ruiz for a deep dive on a topic that’s near and dear to me and my young healing journey… it’s acne! Learn what the root causes of acne can be, as well as the key nutrients to achieve healthy, glowing skin, and so much more. Click […] The post Mapping Acne with Sophia Ruiz #232 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

You’re in for a treat in today’s episode where my friend and guest, Keri Glassman, RD and I dive deep into the topic of diet culture. Is diet culture all about body image, or about which diet theory you subscribe to? Listen in to discover the true meaning of what diet stands for today, and […] The post Mapping Diet Culture with Keri Glassman #231 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s episode focuses on the critical role of enzymes in the body. We’re all familiar with digestive enzymes and how they help facilitate the breakdown of food, but how important are enzymes to how the rest of the body functions? Join me and Wade Lightheart for an enlightening conversation around enzymes and the role they […] The post Mapping Enzymes with Wade Lightheart #230 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Spearmint is an herb that has historical roots going back hundreds of years and can be found in early scribes. While we tend to think of spearmint as a flavoring for ice cream or gum, spearmint has some amazing qualities, especially in helping support brain and cognitive function, among other health benefits. Join me and […] The post Mapping Spearmint with Corey Schuler #229 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

We’re all familiar with eating organic and sustainably, but what does it mean to eat with eco-nutrition in mind? In today’s episode, my old friend Abby Fammartino joins us to speak into why it’s important to consider the environment and region, our heritage, as well as the season as we make the healthiest food choices. […] The post Mapping Eco-Nutrition with Abby Fammartino #228 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

It seems that everywhere we turn someone is talking about intermittent fasting (IF). But have you heard about the Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD)? In today’s episode, I bring Dr. Cervigni, nutrition biologist at the Valter Longo Foundation, onto the podcast to discuss why this way of fasting is easier and safer, as well as clinically tested […] The post Mapping the Fasting-Mimicking Diet with Dr. Romina Cervigni #227 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In today’s episode, Dr. Rhea Mehta discusses block chain technology and how it can be used to educate and empower patients to take control of their own health journey. While this is not our usual content, I know you’re going to appreciate this conversation that speaks into the future of healthcare, and Dr. Rhea’s perspective […] The post Mapping Patient Data Ownership with Dr. Rhea Mehta #226 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In today’s episode, we learn from one of the clinical leaders in Functional Medicine that our mast cells are one of the “good guys” in our immune systems. That said, when assaulted by a toxic and infectious load, they can become overzealous, creating a long list of downstream symptoms that can result in what’s called […] The post Mapping Mast Cell Activation with Dr. Jill Carnahan #225 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In today’s episode, Dr. Brian Mowll takes us on a deeper dive into diabetes, differentiating the differences between Type 1 and Type 2, as well as identifying the five subtypes that can be impacting our clients and patients. This is critical information that helps us address the roots of this chronic and epidemic condition! Click […] The post Mapping Diabetes Subtypes with Dr. Brian Mowll #224 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

A missing piece in the field of recovery is the connection between the body and the brain. On today’s podcast, Pati Reiss shares how the brain needs to be fed, and the “5 Star Recovery Diet” she uses to help clients repair their body and brain from addiction and addictive challenges. Click here to download […] The post Mapping Brain Food for Recovery with Pati Reiss #223 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Oxidative stress is often over complicated and today Dr. Kasey Holland Hamski helps to simplify what oxidatives stress is, while illustrating the complexities in the connections between oxidative stress and reactivated Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). Dr. Kasey gracefully takes us around the matrix and shows the many ways that oxidative stress is manifested and expressed in […] The post Mapping EBV and Oxidative Stress with Dr. Kasey Holland Hamski #222 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

We’re all familiar with the importance of zinc. We know it as a nutrient that has many physiological functions, but today on the podcast Dr. Asia Muhammad provides a matrix of insight into the many ways the body depends on this key mineral. This is a fun and fast episode and I know you’ll love […] The post Mapping Zinc with Dr. Asia Muhammad #221 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I have author and researcher Ralph Sanchez to speak into the importance of understanding glycation and why it serves as an important risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Our insulin response mechanisms are vital to our long term health and Ralph articulates the many shifts that can happen in the body with […] The post Mapping Glycation-AGEs with Ralph Sanchez #220 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast Dr. Marc Sklar talks to us about LGBTQ fertility. This topic does not get discussed enough. And while many issues are similar for any individual trying to conceive (immune and hormonal concerns, check!), other factors are unique to this population. Tune-in to learn more about how Marc works in his practice […] The post Mapping LGBTQ Fertility with Dr. Marc Sklar #219 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I’m excited to introduce you to Mimi Lindquist and her phenomenal AHCC expertise. AHCC stands for “active hexose correlated compound” and it comes from the mycelium of shiitake mushrooms. AHCC is an immunomodulator and has been studied most in relation to cancer and HPV (Human papillomavirus). Tune-in to learn more about […] The post Mapping AHCC with Mimi Lindquist #218 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s episode is a two-part series on testosterone! I’m excited to invite Dr. Carrie Jones back to the mic to speak into the role that testosterone plays in female hormonal health, and I then bring Dr. Ralph Esposito on to speak into the male equation. You won’t want to miss this two-part episode as we […] The post Mapping Testosterone with Dr. Carrie Jones and Dr. Ralph Esposito #217 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Dr. Martin Rosen’s discussion about temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders on today’s podcast spotlights how connected the full body systems truly are! TMJ offers important clues about how we manifest and hold our stress. Dr. Rosen details for us the two-way cascade of influences between TMJ and the cranial, immune and musculoskeletal systems, adrenal imbalances, gut […] The post Mapping TMJ with Dr. Martin Rosen #216 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

On today’s podcast, Dr. Danielle Watson shares her unique perspective on what postpartum health is, and how to support women during this big transitional time. In making the health of moms her primary focus, she redefines our notions about the postpartum period, and we explore her tips for letting go of a ‘bounce-back’ postpartum mindset […] The post Mapping Postpartum with Dr. Danielle Watson #215 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s episode is one I know will be important to all of us! Osteoporosis is a topic that impacts each one of us–both personally and professionally–at some point in our lives. Margie Bissinger is a Full Body Systems graduate and a brilliant physical therapist who brings a functional and holistic perspective to how we address […] The post Mapping Osteoporosis with Margie Bissinger #214 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Weight loss, at its core, is not just about calories in and calories out. When looking at the root causes of weight loss and weight loss resistance Dr. Rangan Chatterjee has a unique perspective that I’m excited to share with you. We also want to acknowledge that today’s topic can be controversial and complicated. Weight […] The post Mapping Weight Loss with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee #213 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today we have Megan Liebmann back for our monthly herbal session. And just in time for Spring we’re talking all things nettles. Nettle plants are some of the first wild vegetables that sprout with the season and today we’ll explore the many health benefits this beloved plant has to offer. Click here to download the […] The post Mapping Nettles with Megan Liebmann #212 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

“Terrain” is a favorite word that we share with our students and clients here at the Functional Nutrition Alliance and today on the podcast my friend and colleague, Dr. Maya Shetreat, is back to the mic to bring us deeper into the depth and powers of “terrain medicine”. Click here to download the completed Matrix […] The post Mapping Terrain with Dr. Maya Shetreat #211 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In today’s podcast Jodi Cohen shares her wisdom about essential oils and more specifically, how they can impact the pineal gland, and therefore support sleep, relaxation and the circadian rhythm. If essential oils have you curious, or you’re an EO enthusiast, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Click here to download the […] The post Mapping Essential Oils for the Pineal Gland with Jodi Cohen #210 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast, Dr. Akil Palanisamy speaks into his roadmap to optimal health which combines the most effective aspects of the Paleo diet with Ayurveda and the traditional medicinal systems of India. Tune-in for this highly personalized approach to tapping into the best of the east and west as well as ancient and contemporary […] The post Mapping Paleovedic Diet with Dr. Akil Palanisamy #209 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today Dr. Brad Bongiovanni is asking “will the real vitamin C please stand up?” When it comes to immunity we all know that ascorbic acid is a key player, but today Dr. B illuminates the importance of the “other vitamin C”… connection. Connection has key biological impacts. Tune-in to learn more! Click here to download […] The post Mapping The Other Vitamin C with Dr. Brad Bongiovanni #208 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Flaxseeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, and a powerful addition to your clients diets for myriad reasons, including hormone balance. We’ll explore these powerful seeds in great detail in this episode that we’re re-releasing with hormone-balancing master coach Magdalena Wszelaki in celebration of her latest book release on estrogen dominance! Click here […] The post Mapping Flaxseed with Magdalena Wszelaki (Replay) #14 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I welcome Dr. Jessica Drummond back to the mic to bring us insight into the complicated and often misguided information around endometriosis. Endometriosis is a multifactorial issue and Dr. Drummond takes us around the matrix and expertly illustrates how important it is to take a full body systems approach to […] The post Mapping Endometriosis with Dr. Jessica Drummond #207 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today we explore the ins and outs of food sensitivities with Dr. Tiffany Caplan. The difference between sensitivities, allergies, and intolerances can be confusing to patients and practitioners alike, and today Dr. Caplan breaks it down into absorbable nuggets of wisdom. (Pun intended!) This is a popular topic and I’m excited to share Dr. Caplan […] The post Mapping Food Sensitivities with Dr. Tiffany Caplan #206 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

When it comes to showing up and meeting your body and your clients exactly where they are, moving from theory to practice, Dr. Will Cole has a framework around intuitive fasting that I can’t wait to share. Fasting may or may not work for your client or patient, and we don’t want to force it! […] The post Mapping Intuitive Fasting with Dr. Will Cole #205 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast we’re back for our monthly deep dive into herbs with Megan Liebmann. Megan takes us on a “narrow and deep” journey into the many benefits of Rhodiola. There are so many clinical nuggets in this episode that you won’t want to miss, so grab your pens and let’s map rhodiola! Click […] The post Mapping Rhodiola with Megan Liebmann #204 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Karli Burridge defines obesity as “a chronic, relapsing, multi-factorial, progressive medical condition”. Today on the podcast she takes us on a journey around the matrix illustrating how important it is to assess the antecedents, triggers, and mediators for each patient when working with people struggling with obesity. Karli touches on every area of the matrix. […] The post Mapping Obesity with Karli Burridge #203 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I’m excited to introduce you to lactation expert Jada Shapiro. Lactation has become a more inclusive term that, by definition, encompasses the process by which the body is making milk for a baby. Jada has a wealth of wisdom to share and I encourage anyone who works with lactating individuals to […] The post Mapping Lactation with Jada Shapiro #202 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

The navigation of an autism diagnosis can be challenging. It works best when an individualized approach is taken and that’s why I’m excited to introduce you to Dr. Mark Freilich. Dr. Mark is a Developmental Pediatrician and today he shares the “GPS” system he’s developed for working with children, parents and their healthcare teams. I […] The post Mapping Navigating Autism with Dr. Mark Freilich #201 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today we’re releasing our 200th episode of the podcast and I couldn’t think of a more perfect guest than my friend and colleague Marc David. Marc defines intuitive eating as “learning how to connect with and trust in our body wisdom when it comes to food”. Today he shares his brilliance around speaking into the […] The post Mapping Intuitive Eating with Marc David #200 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I welcome my friend and fitness expert Sadie Lincoln to the mic to talk about functional movement and a holistic mindset when it comes to our bodies and exercise. In Functional Nutrition we embrace bio-individuality and the same is true when we consider functional movement. Don’t miss this wise and grounding […] The post Mapping Functional Movement & Mindset with Sadie Lincoln #199 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Tics and tourettes are not diagnoses that are commonly discussed in the Functional Medicine realm and that’s why I’m excited to introduce you to Dr. Piper Gibson. Dr. Gibson has a wealth of information when it comes to supporting patients struggling with tics, and you won’t want to miss this episode as she takes around […] The post Mapping Tics and Tourettes with Dr. Piper Gibson #198 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I’m talking with my colleague Dr. Sara Gottfried about Estrogen Metabolism. We can get hyper focused on estrogen levels, but today, Dr. Gottfried shows us how important it is to look deeper at the full utilization of estrogens (the inside picture). Don’t miss this episode, and be sure to get […] The post Mapping Estrogen Regulation with Dr. Sara Gottfried #197 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I welcome Megan Liebmann back to the mic for our monthly deep dive into herbal medicine. We discuss the many benefits of one of the most sacred herbs in Ayurveda… Holy Basil. Tune-in as we explore the history of holy basil (also known as Tulsi), the many benefits it can […] The post Mapping Holy Basil with Megan Liebmann #196 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I welcome Dr. Alan Christianson back to the mic to share a deeper understanding of the latest research on iodine. Dr. C shows us how important it is to really look at reducing iodine as a way to invite healing for the thyroid. Get ready with pen and paper as we […] The post Mapping Iodine with Dr. Alan Christianson (Part 2) #195 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I’m talking all things menopause with Kyle McAvoy and Candace Burch. (Hey, it’s our very first 3-way!) Menopause is defined as 12 sequential months (and all the time beyond) without a period, and in today’s episode, we bring a functional approach to understanding the many factors that influence a person’s […] The post Mapping Menopause with Kyle McAvoy & Candace Burch #194 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

“When it comes to being black in America, that means behaviorally there are a set of do’s and don’ts in order to survive.” These are the important words of Dr. Cheryl Grills and today on the 15-Minute Matrix she speaks into the physiological and mental impacts of multigenerational racial trauma. Today’s episode is not to […] The post Mapping Multigenerational Racial Trauma with Dr. Cheryl Grills #193 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Hypnosis is a process for inducing a relaxed state of the mind. Robyn Spens is a hypnotherapist and functional nutrition practitioner who brilliantly weaves together potent modalities for health and healing. In this episode she reminds us all to slow down the process of working with our clients and shares her wisdom not only about […] The post Mapping Hypnotherapy with Robyn Spens #192 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.