Andrea Nakayama, Optimizing Health through Functional Nutrition, Episode 340

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I’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 a path to wellness.

In This Episode:

• Explore Andrea’s journey as she recognizes her calling in bridging gaps in conventional medicine, embracing a career in functional nutrition.
• Understand the significance of holistic self-care, emphasizing the value of nurturing your body beyond restrictive diets or lifestyle interventions.
• Discover the three non-negotiable aspects of health: sleep, digestive health, and blood sugar balance.
• Uncover the escalating prevalence of chronic illnesses attributed to factors like increased exposure to environmental insults.
• Learn about the three primary roots underlying chronic conditions and their role in the development and progression of health challenges.
• Recognize how modern lifestyles, marked by busyness, poor dietary habits, inadequate sleep, and excessive exposure to artificial light, contribute to the overall burden on individual health.

Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, leads a global movement reclaiming ownership of health through her revolutionary approach. As host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance, she applies systems biology, mental models, and root cause methodology to combat the chronic illness epidemic. Inspired by personal tragedy, she empowers practitioners worldwide to become trusted health partners, offering personalized solutions and becoming a beacon of hope for those facing complex health challenges.

“Our soul, spirit, and messages flourish and thrive when our body is in harmony.” ~Andrea Nakayama

To learn more about Andrea, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Andrea Nakayama’s Show Notes