15 Minute Matrix

By Andrea Nakayama

What's 15 Minute Matrix about?

The podcast that brings you bite-sized insights and lessons on how to use the most important tool in Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition. Download this week’s matrix: fxnutrition.com/15-minute-matrix-podcast

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15 Minute Matrix episodes:

02.03.2023
Mapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama – Part Two #376
For the final episode of the 15-Minute Matrix (sad, but true!) I finalize our deep dive into the topic of satiety, continuing the conversation from my first episode, linked below. As a bonus, I answer questions I received regarding the...
02.01.2023
Mapping Post Traumatic Growth with Dushyanthi Satchi #375
Can there be growth within suffering? If you know me and my story, you know that Posttraumatic Growth is an important way that I frame my experience. And in this episode I have the pleasure of speaking to Dushyanthi Satchi...
01.27.2023
Mapping Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Dr. Diane Mueller #374
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is commonly looked at as the “end point” in a client or patient’s diagnosis. But Dr. Diane Mueller helps us to flip the script and challenges practitioners to ask “WHY” someone may be experiencing chronic fatigue. (Hint:...
01.20.2023
Mapping BCAAs with Dr. Dudley Lamming #373
Bioindividuality matters. We know this in health and nutrition. Yet increased protein consumption is a hot topic in today’s health space and it can be easy to lose sight of where individuality may play a role in our recommendations —...
01.17.2023
Mapping Heart Attacks with Dr. Warrick Bishop #372
Dr. Warren Bishop joins me on this episode to discuss the important topic of heart attacks and heart disease. We explore how to assess risk factors for coronary artery disease, turn cholesterol risk factors upside down, and put our understanding...
01.13.2023
Mapping Eating from our Roots with Maya Feller #371
Registered Dietician, Maya Feller, joins me for a delightful conversation around cultures, the foods we eat, and her upcoming cookbook “Eating From Our Roots”. I love so much about this discussion — particularly the ways in which we can unlearn...
01.11.2023
Mapping Air Quality with Michael Rubino #370
We’re all aware of the impact of pollution on our health, but how often do we concern ourselves with the quality of the air within our daily environments? In this episode, Michael Rubino, mold and air quality expert, enlightens us...
01.06.2023
Mapping Heartset with Julie Reisler #369
Julie Reisler, founder of the Life Designer® Coach Academy, joins me on this episode to discuss the heart, and how tuning in to our heart, our “heartset”, and our inner needs can be transformative to our own healing, as well...
01.04.2023
Replay: Mapping Forgiveness with Dr. Frederic Luskin #318
Dr. Frederic Luskin, Director of the Stanford Forgiveness Projects, joins me today to talk about forgiveness. While we hear “easier said than done”, forgiveness is a lifelong habit. Dr. Luskin provides insight and direction on ways to create this healthy...
12.21.2022
Mapping Longevity with Dr. Greg Eckel #368
Dr. Gregory Eckel, co-founder of the Nature Cures Clinic, shares his unique take on longevity, which was born of his own loss. Instead of asking how long we can live, he discusses how the focus can shift to what gifts...
12.16.2022
Mapping Fake Meats with Courtney Swan #367
On this podcast episode we’re going to get political, as Courtney Swan shares her passion about food quality, specifically fake meats, and the role our governments and food industry play in promoting these highly inflammatory foods. Courntey does a great...
12.14.2022
Mapping Culinary Mushrooms with Andrea Gentl #366
In this delicious bite-sized episode, Andrea Gentl takes us on a delightful journey into the world of culinary mushrooms, highlighting the benefits and varied ways we can all introduce mushrooms into our daily routines. Be sure to check out the...
12.09.2022
Mapping Fibrocystic Breasts with Magdalena Wszelaki #365
Magdalena Wszelaki returns to the 15MM to discuss fibrocystic breasts — a topic that is more common than we think, yet is not always taken seriously among medical practitioners. As usual, Magdalena does a beautiful job of speaking into fibrocystic...
12.07.2022
Mapping IBS with Sarah Kay Hoffman #364
In the world of Functional Nutrition, we’re well aware there are root causes to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and that IBS is a catch-all that doesn’t often lead to many next steps in care. Addressing symptoms will likely take more...
12.02.2022
Mapping Ketamine with Dr. Sara Gottfried #363
In this episode I welcome board-certified physician, researcher, and educator, Dr. Sara Gottfried back to the podcast to help us take a deep dive into ketamine and ketamine therapy. Ketamine has shown potential in helping patients with chronic ailments, and...
11.30.2022
Mapping Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with Dr. Shala Salem #362
On this episode of the 15-Minute Matrix podcast we’ll focus on polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS. Dr. Shala Salem’s approach to addressing PCOS in her clinic and with fertility patients is both refreshing and “outside the box.” She combines physiological...
11.23.2022
Mapping Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Terry Wahls #361
In this episode I welcome Dr. Terry Whals back to the podcast to discuss what she’s best known for, her work and understanding (both personal and professional) of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Wahls takes us through the matrix, mapping the...
11.18.2022
Mapping Light & Vision with Dr. Jacob Liberman #360
This episode is deep and resonant, centering around the topic of light. Join me and my guest, Dr. Jacob Liberman, for a fascinating conversation on the power of light and its function in guiding every single step we take and...
11.16.2022
Mapping Polygenic Risk Scoring with Joe Cohen #359
Joe Cohen, founder and CEO of SelfDecode joins me to discuss genomics, but more specifically our polygenic risk score. Joe, flips the script from focusing on one gene (or SNP), and instead shines a lens on how we consider a...
11.11.2022
Mapping H.pylori with Jennifer Fugo #358
Jennifer Fugo, Clinical Nutritionist and founder of Skinterrupt discusses all things H.pylori in this episode. This is a true mini “masterclass”, where Jen takes us on a deep dive into causes, symptoms and next steps in working with clients through...
11.09.2022
Mapping Kegels with Kim Vopni #357
Kim Vopni, a pelvic floor specialist (also known as The Vagina Coach), joins me on this episode of the podcast to discuss the world of kegels. Our exploration takes us to conversations about incontinence, movement, breathwork, sexual pleasure, and more,...
11.04.2022
Mapping Dopamine with Dr. Loretta Breuning #356
On this episode, Dr. Loretta G. Breuning joins me to discuss the mammal brain with a focus on dopamine and the dopamine pathways. Dr. Breuning talks into the common belief that we may be lacking in dopamine vs. the reality...
11.02.2022
Mapping The Male Pelvic Floor with Dr. Domenic Fraboni #355
When the topic of the pelvic floor comes to mind, we tend to think of women’s pelvic floor issues. Dr. Domenic Fraboni helps to shift our perspective and dispel the misconception that the male pelvic floor does not need our...
10.28.2022
Mapping Alignment with Joy Chudacoff #354
What’s your calling? What matters most to you? Joy Chudacoff joins me on this poignant episode to discuss alignment in life and work. Through intentional habits and awareness, we can align ourselves with what’s most important in all areas of...
10.26.2022
Mapping SI Pain with Dr. Jen Fraboni #353
Physical Therapist, Dr. Jen Fraboni, joins me today to discuss pain in the sacroiliac (SI) joint. She explores what contributes to this low hip and back pain and the steps we can help our clients and patients take to tame...
10.21.2022
Mapping Posture with Lara Heimann #352
I’ll confess that I’m a bit obsessed with posture. That’s why I was so thrilled to have a conversation with international yoga pioneer and Physical Therapist Lara Heimann about the topic. In this episode Lara helps us to explore how...
10.19.2022
Mapping The Baby Microbiome with Meenal Lele #351
Meenal Lele is author of the important book “The Baby and the Biome”, and today we discuss the microbiome through the lens of our babies and their health. We’ll explore the key differences between a baby’s microbiome and that in...
10.14.2022
Mapping Face Yoga with Danielle Collins #350
In this episode I’m thrilled to share a conversation with face yoga expert, Danielle Collins. Danielle helps us to explore the benefits of supporting the lymphatic system with facial touch, massage, and acupressure techniques that intertwine ancient practices with modern...
10.12.2022
Mapping Impostor Syndrome with Dr. Ericka Goodwin #349
Dr. Ericka Goodwin joins me on this episode to address the imposter syndrome that we all feel at one point or another. Dr. Goodwin is on a mission to help us Be Better, Do Better, and Live Better. While this...
10.07.2022
Mapping Pharmacogenomics with Dr. Ani Rostomyan #348
Dr. Ani Rostomyan is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Holistic Pharmacist and Functional Medicine Practitioner for a powerful episode discussing the field of pharmacogenomics. This is a fascinating conversation on ways to incorporate an emerging field into our comprehensive care, particularly...
10.05.2022
Mapping Breathwork with MJ Renshaw #347
MJ Renshaw is a healing guide, founder of Earth Oil, and my new go-to for understanding the powers of breathwork. She joins me on this episode for a conversation about the physiological impact of how we breathe. Before you go...
09.30.2022
Mapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama #346
In this solo episode, I invite you into the world of satiety. In Part One of this two-part series on satiety, I’ll focus on three of the five influencing factors involved in satiety. Tune-in to learn what those five physiological...
09.28.2022
Mapping Diverticulitis with Dr. Jill Carnahan #345
In this episode I welcome Dr. Jill Carnahan back to the 15-Minute Matrix to discuss one of our most requested topics… diverticulitis. Dr. Jill walks us through the intricacies of diverticulitis, the distinction from diverticulosis, and the necessary steps we...
09.21.2022
Mapping the Cost of Caring with Dr. David Kopacz #344
David R. Kopacz, MD is here to discuss the very important topic of the cost of caring. This cost is one that impacts all healers due to myriad factors, from institutional barriers to isolation. Dr. Kopacz helps us to understand...
09.16.2022
Mapping the Female Stress-Immune Response with Donna Jackson Nakazawa #343
On this episode of the podcast I’m thrilled to welcome back author, researcher and friend Donna Jackson Nakazawa. Donna has written another phenomenal book called “Girls on the Brink” exploring the impact today’s societal pressures have on our girls, their...
09.15.2022
Mapping Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Karen Kennedy #342
Functional Nutritionist Karen Kennedy joins me on this episode of the podcast to discuss the benefits of blood sugar monitoring and more specifically how using a continuous glucose monitor can alter a patient’s outcomes and agency. CGMs are a hot...
09.14.2022
#342: Mapping Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Karen Kennedy
Functional Nutritionist Karen Kennedy joins me on this episode of the podcast to discuss the benefits of blood sugar monitoring and more specifically how using a continuous glucose monitor can alter a patient’s outcomes and agency. CGMs are a hot...
09.07.2022
Mapping Labor and Delivery with Sarah Thompson #341
Sarah Thompson is a Functional Medicine Practitioner who specializes in maternity care. On this episode of the 15-Minute Matrix she joins me to discuss labor and delivery and the importance of applying a functional medicine approach to maternal care. This...
08.31.2022
Mapping Fibroids with Dr. Tabitha Lowry #340
On this episode I welcome Dr. Tabitha A. Lowry to the mic. Dr. Tabitha is a naturopathic and integrative medicine physician with a strong passion for women’s health. Our discussion today centers around uterine fibroids, what causes fibroids and how...
08.25.2022
Mapping DDT with Dr. Elena Conis #339
Medical historian Dr. Elena Conis joins me on the podcast to discuss the fascinating history of the chemical DDT and its devastating effects on our environment and our health. She dives into the challenges that can occur when we “pollute...
08.24.2022
#339: Mapping DDT with Dr. Elena Conis
Medical historian Dr. Elena Conis joins me on the podcast to discuss the fascinating history of the chemical DDT and its devastating effects on our environment and our health. She dives into the challenges that can occur when we “pollute...
08.18.2022
Mapping Slow Medicine with Megan Liebmann #338
Today I welcome Megan Liebmann back to the 15-Minute Matrix to discuss Slow Medicine. Slow Medicine is rooted in the concept that through education and community we invite our clients and patients to be heard, to be curious, and to...
08.10.2022
Mapping BPA with Lara Adler #337
I invited environmental toxin expert Lara Adler back to the mic to discuss BPA and the many health dangers and impacts behind the family of bisphenols. You’re likely familiar with BPA, but what is it, and what physiological damage can...
08.03.2022
Mapping Blood Sugar Balance with Dr. Maggie Yu #336
Functional Medicine Doctor Maggie Yu joins me today to discuss blood sugar balance and how she found blood sugar management to be so critical in helping patients with chronic health conditions including autoimmunity and hormone imbalances. Blood sugar management… it’s...
07.29.2022
Mapping Polyvagal Herbalism with Brunem Warshaw #335
Brunem Warshaw is a clinical herbalist and wellness educator who weaves scientific and intuitive approaches together to support people through their healing journeys with the assistance of plant medicines. In this episode we discuss their work combining herbalism and polyvagal...
07.27.2022
Mapping Drug-Nutrient Interactions with Amy Lamb #334
Pharmacist Amy Lamb joins me on this episode to discuss drug nutrient interactions. This can be confusing for some practitioners who may not understand the pharmacodynamics of the drugs that their client or patient is taking but have no fear…...
07.22.2022
Mapping Food Story with Ian Rubin #333
Today we’re talking about Food Story with Ian Rubin, founder of Wholeself Wellness. Ian flips how we approach working with clients around food and their diet upside down and explores how we can refocus our clinical attention on a client’s...
07.20.2022
Mapping Nutrient Deficiencies with Chris Kresser #332
Chris Kresser joins me today to discuss nutrient deficiencies — what the most common ones are, why we need to concern ourselves with these deficiencies, and what clinicians need to pay attention to when working clinically with clients or patients...
07.15.2022
Mapping Resilience with Dr. Trung Ngo #331
In this episode I’ve invited Dr. Ngo to the mic to discuss one of my favorite topics… resilience. Dr. Ngo specializes in complex chronic conditions, focusing on the risk and resilience factors in a person’s life that contribute to their...
07.13.2022
Mapping Endocannabinoid System with Dr. Jake Felice #330
Cannabinoid therapy is not all about THC and it’s not even only about cannabi therapiess! Join me as I speak to Dr. Jake F. Felice, author, clinician, educator and consultant whose vision is to advance the science and practical application...

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15 Minute Matrix episodes:

Mapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama – Part Two #376

Mapping Post Traumatic Growth with Dushyanthi Satchi #375

Mapping Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Dr. Diane Mueller #374

Mapping BCAAs with Dr. Dudley Lamming #373

Mapping Heart Attacks with Dr. Warrick Bishop #372

Mapping Eating from our Roots with Maya Feller #371

Mapping Air Quality with Michael Rubino #370

Mapping Heartset with Julie Reisler #369

Replay: Mapping Forgiveness with Dr. Frederic Luskin #318

Mapping Longevity with Dr. Greg Eckel #368

Mapping Fake Meats with Courtney Swan #367

Mapping Culinary Mushrooms with Andrea Gentl #366

Mapping Fibrocystic Breasts with Magdalena Wszelaki #365

Mapping IBS with Sarah Kay Hoffman #364

Mapping Ketamine with Dr. Sara Gottfried #363

Mapping Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with Dr. Shala Salem #362

Mapping Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Terry Wahls #361

Mapping Light & Vision with Dr. Jacob Liberman #360

Mapping Polygenic Risk Scoring with Joe Cohen #359

Mapping H.pylori with Jennifer Fugo #358

Mapping Kegels with Kim Vopni #357

Mapping Dopamine with Dr. Loretta Breuning #356

Mapping The Male Pelvic Floor with Dr. Domenic Fraboni #355

Mapping Alignment with Joy Chudacoff #354

Mapping SI Pain with Dr. Jen Fraboni #353

Mapping Posture with Lara Heimann #352

Mapping The Baby Microbiome with Meenal Lele #351

Mapping Face Yoga with Danielle Collins #350

Mapping Impostor Syndrome with Dr. Ericka Goodwin #349

Mapping Pharmacogenomics with Dr. Ani Rostomyan #348

Mapping Breathwork with MJ Renshaw #347

Mapping Satiety with Andrea Nakayama #346

Mapping Diverticulitis with Dr. Jill Carnahan #345

Mapping the Cost of Caring with Dr. David Kopacz #344

Mapping the Female Stress-Immune Response with Donna Jackson Nakazawa #343

Mapping Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Karen Kennedy #342

#342: Mapping Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Karen Kennedy

Mapping Labor and Delivery with Sarah Thompson #341

Mapping Fibroids with Dr. Tabitha Lowry #340

Mapping DDT with Dr. Elena Conis #339

#339: Mapping DDT with Dr. Elena Conis

Mapping Slow Medicine with Megan Liebmann #338

Mapping BPA with Lara Adler #337

Mapping Blood Sugar Balance with Dr. Maggie Yu #336

Mapping Polyvagal Herbalism with Brunem Warshaw #335

Mapping Drug-Nutrient Interactions with Amy Lamb #334

Mapping Food Story with Ian Rubin #333

Mapping Nutrient Deficiencies with Chris Kresser #332

Mapping Resilience with Dr. Trung Ngo #331

Mapping Endocannabinoid System with Dr. Jake Felice #330