15 Minute Matrix

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix Kylene Bogdan speaks into post-workout recovery and what the body needs to repair after training. And she should know! Kylene is the Dietician and Nutritionist for an NBA basketball team. Whether you’re working with elite athletes, weekend warriors or cross-fit newbies, you’ll want to glean some good (and functional) tips […] The post Mapping Post-Workout Recovery with Kylene Bogden #191 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Aggression and irritability are not symptoms that are commonly or successfully addressed in our current psychiatric model. But Dr. Greenblatt has made it a part of his mission to understand the nutritional deficiencies associated with these behaviors and address them with a functional medicine approach. As you’ll hear today, his approach includes the use of […] The post Mapping Nutritional Lithium with Dr. James Greenblatt #190 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

As we leave 2020 behind and welcome 2021, I hope we can all do so with some renewed creativity. On today’s episode we’ll kick off the new year with Farzana Khan who speaks into the role of creativity in the healing journey. “Survival is a creative process”, and one that we practitioners can reflect to […] The post Mapping Creativity with Farzana Khan #189 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Breastfeeding history is one of the antecedents we collect in a Functional Nutrition Intake, and today on the 15-Minute Matrix Special Nutrition Therapy Series Lily Nichols shares why breast milk makes such a difference in health outcomes. This episode is rich with grounded information about breast milk, a dynamic, evershifting nutrient that can have profound […] The post Mapping Breastmilk with Lily Nichols #188 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Everything about the low FODMAP diet is a process. It takes patience–from the removal of triggering foods, all the way to their reintroduction, and everything in between. Today on the podcast Gabriela Gardner helps us embrace the journey when working with clients who are experimenting with a low FODMAP diet. This episode sheds so much […] The post Mapping the Low FODMAP Diet with Gabriela Gardner #187 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s podcast on grief is near and dear to my heart. Jasmin Jenkins defines grief as a complex multilayer experience and shares that everyone’s grief journey is unique. Grief is an invitation for transformation and as practitioners, our ability to hold space for our clients grief experience is an integral part of the healing process. […] The post Mapping Grief with Jasmin Jenkins #186 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

When it comes to the topic of conditioned food hypersensitivity we clearly cannot separate the mind from the body. Today on the podcast Wendy Busse takes us into the inner workings of the limbic system and how “poor health self-perception” leads people to feel that food is dangerous. This is such a rich and important […] The post Mapping Conditioned Food Hypersensitivity with Wendy Busse #185 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today I’m excited to bring Dr. Mark Burhenne back to the mic to talk about mouth taping. Sleeping at night with your mouth open (hello to most of us!) alters the microbiome of the mouth and today Dr. B illuminates issues ranging from the root causes of mouth breathing to the role that nitric acid […] The post Mapping Mouth Taping with Dr. Mark Burhenne #184 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Glutamate is an amino acid that acts as a neurotransmitter, and it also plays a role in energy regulation. While we naturally produce it and can get it from whole foods, our current food supply introduces excesses that lead to over-stimulation and neurotoxicities. Dr. Katherine Reid illuminates the many problems that glutamate can cause in […] The post Mapping Glutamate with Dr. Katherine Reid #183 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

I’m excited to introduce you to Dr. Yael Joffe. In today’s episode she’ll speak into the importance of understanding nutrigenomics in relation to low penetrance SNPs. This reframe around what gene variants mean in our practice and how we can work with them to influence outcomes was music to my ears. Get ready for a […] The post Mapping SNPs with Dr. Yael Joffe #182 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

On today’s Special Nutrition Therapy Series Dr. Michael Klaper speaks about the importance of including essential nutrients in the diet. As you likely know, essential nutrients are factors that your body does not make on its own, but that it needs to function. Dr. Klaper shares his practical knowledge that’s essential for inviting optimal health. […] The post Mapping Essential Nutrients with Dr. Michael Klaper #181 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

On today’s podcast I have the pleasure of speaking to Nkem Ndefo about the complex realm of “safety”–particularly in relation to race and the racial injustices that many face and have for generations. “Safety is an internal job,” says Nkem. We cannot create safety for anyone if we ourselves don’t feel internally safe. This episode […] The post Mapping Safety with Nkem Ndefo #180 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix Special Nutrition Therapy series we have one of our very own FxNA Nutrition Counselors, Megan Liebmann, talking to us about a subject near and dear to her heart– Culinary Herbs. And the timing could not be better! Herbs are the leaves, roots, buds, seeds, berries, and flowers of edible and […] The post Mapping Culinary Herbs with Megan Liebmann #179 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast I’ve invited Dr. Ben Lynch back to the mic to bring us deeper into the inner workings of homocysteine. As you likely know, homocysteine is a natural chemical in the body that comes from the food we eat. It’s actually good for us—when produced in the right amounts. We’ll go deep […] The post Mapping Homocysteine with Dr. Ben Lynch #178 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today I’m excited to introduce you to my dear friend and colleague Ricki Heller who will speak into compliance while on a restricted diet. Making dietary changes is a journey. And for many, this is a journey that requires your patience, understanding and leadership regarding why the change is important and how we might get […] The post Mapping Compliance for Restricted Diets with Ricki Heller #177 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Melissa Colin defines parasites as organisms that live inside of other organisms, and can often wreak havoc on myriad body systems and functions. On this episode of the podcast she highlights our understanding of their impacts, as well as the many practices that we as clinicians can implement to support clients mitigating parasitic infections. Click […] The post Mapping Parasites with Melissa Colin #176 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s podcast is an important reminder to teach our clients to look at the actual ingredients on a food label and not just the nutrition facts. And it’s why I’m excited to invite Mira Dessy, the Ingredient Guru, back to the mic. Mira provides grounded education on Allulose–what it is, where to look for it, […] The post Mapping Allulose with Mira Dessy #175 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I welcome Dr. Shiroko Sokitch to the mic to talk into the healing powers of love. We all need a dose right now! “Love is the most healing power in the universe”, and when we look at love as a mediator in our healing protocols, we uncover the many ways […] The post Mapping Love with Dr. Shiroko Sokitch #174 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Welcome to the 15-Minute Matrix special Nutrition Therapy series. This is the mid-week release where we dive into the approaches, practices, dietary theories and healing foods that have been used in the most successful practices, across the globe, and throughout history. Today I’m diving back into the archives to hopefully bring us a bit of […] The post Mapping GABA with Trudy Scott (Replay) #63 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Cervical fluid is free information that a woman’s body provides every day, and the only things it requires are tracking and body awareness. Today on the podcast Dr. Kalea Wattles educates us on the innate wisdom we gain if we tune into what cervical fluid is telling us. Plus, the conversation around cervical fluid has […] The post Mapping Cervical Fluid with Dr. Kalea Wattles #173 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

The understanding we bring to inviting dietary change with our clients is vital to their success. When it comes to clean eating, Terry Walters is one of my go-to resources. Terry defines clean eating simply as eating foods that are minimally processed so that we can access the maximum nutrition. And in today’s episode she […] The post Mapping Clean Eating with Terry Walters #172 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

In the United States black women are 3 to 4 times more likely to die due to pregnancy-related complications. Black babies are twice as likely to die before their first birthday. Today on the podcast Stacey Stewart, President and CEO of the March of Dimes, speaks into these extreme gaps that are due to maternity […] The post Mapping Maternity Care Deserts with Stacey Stewart #171 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on our Nutrition Therapy Series I welcome Dr. Michael Crupain to the mic to explain the science behind timed eating. Guess what? It’s pretty simple. Eat more early. Eat less later. Eat with the sun. Despite its simplicity, this episode is packed with pearls from the microbiome’s circadian rhythm to why humans are primed […] The post Mapping Timed Eating with Dr. Michael Crupain #170 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast Michelle Shapiro speaks to us about the importance of creating a safe space to help our clients break down the barriers of perfectionism. Our fear of failure keeps us driving past the point of comfort and sustainability and as practitioners, we have the opportunity to pick up on the themes of […] The post Mapping Perfectionism with Michelle Shapiro #169 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

When 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 […] The post Mapping Seasonal Eating with Andrea Beaman #168 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Our sense of purpose (often referred to as our “why”) has the potential to influence our physiology. Today on the podcast Dr. Meghan Walker shows us the many ways that purpose impacts longevity. Don’t miss this important conversation where Dr. Meghan walks us through how to support our patients by recognizing their unique purpose as […] The post Mapping Longevity and Purpose with Meghan Walker #167 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Nobody can talk sulforaphane (with fervor and passion) like my friend and fellow nutritionist, Tom Malterre. Sulforaphane is a chemical compound that increases Phase II enzymes and so much more. As you’ll learn, you can easily encourage your patients to increase their dietary intake. Tune in to find out how! Click here to download the […] The post Mapping Sulforaphane with Tom Malterre (Replay) #10 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

When it comes to stress-proofing the brain, Dr. Melanie Greenberg has a comprehensive understanding of neuroplasticity as well as a wealth of practical, comprehensive tools to help us invite the mindset shifts that build resilience. Today on the podcast she speaks into mindfulness in particular, as well as the ways in which stress, when not […] The post Mapping Stress and the Brain with Dr. Melanie Greenberg #166 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Many theories around metabolism are rooted in misconceptions. That’s why I invited Sam Miller to the mic to provide some grounded myth-busting information around this biochemical and physiological body function. Sam illuminates the many ways that metabolism is representative of both internal and external environmental factors and the steps you can take to support the […] The post Mapping Metabolism with Sam Miller #165 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today’s conversation may be one of my favorites to date, and I’m hoping you feel the same. Thomas Hübl illuminates the ways that collective trauma can and will show up in our practices, not only for those we serve, but also within ourselves as practitioners. It’s my belief that as healers we have a job […] The post Mapping Collective Trauma with Thomas Hübl #164 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today 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 […] The post Mapping Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama (Replay) #57 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Tracking Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is a great tool to motivate behavioral change. The measurements can help create more awareness, mindfulness, and illuminate how behavior and emotions impact the nervous system and full body system’s functions. Today, Full Body Systems graduate Dana Frost joins me at the mic to talk about her use of HRV […] The post Mapping Heart Rate Variability with Dana Frost #163 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix Special Nutrition Therapy Series, Dr. Paul Saladino takes us around the matrix to discuss linoleic acid. As you likely know, linoleic acid is mostly found in nuts, seeds, grains, and excessively in vegetable oils, and Paul gives us a fast and furious glimpse into the many ways the imbalance between […] The post Mapping Linoleic Acid with Dr. Paul Saladino #162 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Dr. Elana Roumell speaks eloquently about a challenging topic in this not-to-be-missed episode for every clinician and parent. She illuminates the steps we practitioners can take to support the parents we work with who are choosing (for whatever reasons) to vaccinate their child. This is a complex topic with so many factors to consider, and […] The post Mapping Preparing For Vaccinations with Dr. Elana Roumell #161 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on our Special Nutrition Therapy Series I’m talking with Dr. Eran Elinav about a personalized approach to glycemic management, weaving together two of my favorite topics–blood sugar balance and individualized nutrition. Dr. Elinav’s research illuminates the physiological importance of embracing the truth that one-size-fits-all rarely works when it comes to dietary recommendations and outcomes. […] The post Mapping Personalized Glycemic Response with Dr. Eran Elinav #160 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I welcome my friend Dr. Tom O’Bryan back to the mic to discuss the very timely topic of ACE2 Receptors. The ACE2 Receptor plays a vital role in protecting our bodies from an excessive inflammatory response, and has relevance in SARS-CoV-2 outcomes. Tune in as Dr. Tom walks us through […] The post Mapping the ACE2 Receptor with Dr. Tom O’Bryan #159 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today is the first episode of our Special Nutrition Therapy Series where we’ll be diving into the approaches, practices, dietary theories, and healing foods that have been used in the most successful practices across the globe and throughout history. In this week’s episode I welcome one of my original mentors, Dr. Natatasha Cambell-McBride, onto the […] The post Mapping the GAPS Diet with Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride #158 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today Dr. Sydne Ford takes on a big topic — one we can hardly do justice in our short time together, but one that we aim to address with honesty and candor. Please take the time to tune-in to this important episode where we not only discuss disparities in medicine, but also ways in which […] The post Mapping Racial Biases in Medicine during Covid-19 with Dr. Sydne Ford #157 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today I’m proud and honored to introduce you to a Full Body Systems graduate who is making big waves in the field of eating disorder recovery. Mindy Gorman-Plutzer has become the go-to Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner for all those ready to reframe our perspectives on disordered eating so that we can achieve more sustainable […] The post Mapping Eating Disorder Recovery with Mindy Gorman-Plutzer #156 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Resilience is one of my favorite topics. It’s a curious inner compass and, as my guest today, Eileen McDargh explains, it’s a “life skill, not an incident skill”. Tune-in to this highly practical episode where Eileen shares both clinical pearls and critical “reframes” for shifting our perspectives on stress and the inner talk that keeps […] The post Mapping Resilience with Eileen McDargh #155 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

After learning to hunt, fish, and forage as an adult, Daniel Vitalis has made it his mission to help others lead healthier, more nature-integrated lives. Today on the podcast he brings us inside the diverse, more flavorful and nutrient dense options of a wild fed diet. Tune-in and get inspired about your next meal and […] The post Mapping Wild Foods with Daniel Vitalis #154 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Get ready for the classroom (wherever it might be) with this special back-to-school release with integrative pediatrician, Dr. Larry Rosen. Tune-in for his holistic views, which enable him to individualize patient and parent-centered protocols, plus the steps you can take now to prepare your clients and family for back to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. […] The post Mapping Kids Back to School During COVID-19 with Dr. Larry Rosen #153 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Movement may be the single most important lifestyle factor to improve well being as my guest today, the renowned health psychologist Kelly McGonigal, explains. In this episode we’ll explore the science of movement but also the many benefits to the full body systems and functions… particularly the health and function of the brain! Click here […] The post Mapping Movement with Kelly McGonigal #152 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

How do we slow down, take a pause and empower our clients to be true partners in the therapeutic relationship and in their healing journey? Adrienne Nolan-Smith identifies the key elements of patient advocacy, and reminds us that we should all be proponents of root cause resolutions. Click here to download the completed Matrix from […] The post Mapping Patient Advocacy with Adrienne Nolan-Smith #151 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Tissue regeneration and structural integrity are often overlooked in functional nutrition. That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Tyna Moore. Don’t miss today’s episode where Dr. Tyna takes us through the importance of why tissues need support and what we can all do to encourage our clients to move, stretch and receive the […] The post Mapping Tissue Regeneration with Dr. Tyna Moore #150 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

When it comes to speaking into the beauty of raw foods there’s no one I would rather speak to than Kate Magic. Kate is a renowned raw foods expert and her wisdom around the importance of incorporating raw foods into your diet is both balanced and empowering. Grab a kombucha and let’s get mapping! Click […] The post Mapping Raw Foods with Kate Magic #149 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

This week on the podcast Dr. Melina Roberts is taking us deep into the many functions of the gallbladder. From bile production, to emulsification, to the gallbladder’s role in thyroid health Dr. Roberts sheds a bright and educational light on how important this organ is to the body’s ability to properly detoxify and healthfully function. […] The post Mapping the Gallbladder with Dr. Melina Roberts #148 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Today on the podcast Dr. Mark Burhenne speaks into the importance of recognizing that the oral microbiome and the gut microbiome are not separate. Don’t miss this eye opening episode where Dr. B shares his wisdom on the many ways that dysbiosis in the mouth can play a role in the chronic diseases that so […] The post Mapping The Oral Microbiome with Dr. Mark Burhenne #147 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

This week Dr. Michael Greger speaks about protein and, more specifically, the benefits of nourishing the body with plant-based protein. Not too much, and not too little. One of the many benefits of hosting this podcast is highlighting the different perspectives that my guest experts deliver, and today’s episode will leave you with key reminders […] The post Mapping Protein with Dr. Michael Greger #146 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

On this week’s 15-Minute Matrix episode Mary Purdy speaks about Sustainable Food Systems. This leads us to conversations about environmental stewardship, which encompasses both renewing and protecting our natural resources not just for today, but for the future. Food sustainability impacts everything, including the social justice work needed when it comes to food quality and […] The post Mapping Sustainable Food Systems with Mary Purdy #145 appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.