Systems Saved Me® The 5 Lifestyle Factors of Functional Medicine - Part 2
In this value-packed episode, Alyssa Bloom, functional medicine certified health and leadership wellness coach and founder of the Get Well Plan, wraps up the final 3 lifestyle pillars of functional medicine: functional nutrition, stress resilience, and the power of relationships. Alyssa shares why food is truly medicine, how small daily shifts can create massive improvements in well-being, and the often-overlooked impact of social connection on long-term health. With actionable advice, practical resources, and real-life examples, Alyssa empowers listeners (especially women leaders) to make sustainable changes that support both health and happiness.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Introduction to Alyssa Bloom and the five core lifestyle factors of functional medicine.
2:32 – Unpacking functional nutrition: why “food is medicine,” the core food plan, and making whole food choices.
6:05 – Navigating the cost of eating organic, plus practical tips like the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 produce lists.
7:42 – Importance of quality protein, balanced healthy fats, and maximizing fiber for overall well-being.
10:07 – The power of eating the rainbow: how phytonutrient diversity supports optimal health.
11:47 – Exploring stress resilience: understanding the stress response, its impact, and techniques for healthy coping.
14:21 – Tools for building self-compassion and using mindfulness to find meaning in challenging times.
17:43 – The surprising link between social connection and physical health, plus real-life strategies to foster relationships and community.