15 Minute Matrix

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.

Join Dr. Brad Bongiovanni, Chief Wellbeing Officer and TEDx speaker, as he discusses the often overlooked 'other vitamin C'—human connection. He reveals how both ascorbic acid and social ties play crucial roles in boosting immunity and resilience. Dr. Bongiovanni emphasizes the importance of functional empathy in healthcare, encouraging practitioners to consider the social context of their patients. He also highlights how nurturing supportive relationships can enhance overall wellness, addressing the unique connection needs of different personality types.

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.