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 the flames that pain them. Dr. Jen also debunks a popular myth about how to […]

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 posture impacts all body systems and overall health. Posture (like breath) may be one of […]

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 an adult human, and get super tactical about how to reframe our thinking for long […]

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 science and understanding. She also speaks into the rewards that can be experienced by implementing […]

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 discussion centers around negative self-talk, Dr. Goodwin provides insight, tools and deep wisdom on how […]

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 for those who suffer chronic health challenges — from cancer to mental health struggles to […]

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 running to fancy protocols be sure to check in with your client or patient about […]

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 factors that influence our feelings of fullness are, and what we can do to help […]

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 can take to best support our patients. I always appreciate Dr. Jill’s targeted explanations and […]

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 the impact to the self (and the soul) as well as the steps we can […]

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 brains, and their immune responses. This is an important episode uncovering some critical connections. Click […]

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 topic today and Karen demystifies the complexities and the how-to’s! Click here to learn more […]

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 is another great master class on a critically important topic! Click here to learn more […]

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 we can better understand and address them through a functional medicine lens — moving away […]

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 now and understand and regulate later.” Click here to learn more about Dr. Conis’s book […]

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 invite true and sustainable transformation to occur.  Click here to learn more about Megan Liebmann […]

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 it cause? Lara takes us on a deep dive into the importance of this lifestyle […]

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 a Non-Negotiable! Click here to learn more about Dr. Maggie Yu Click here to learn […]

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 theory and the profound benefits that come from this synergy, particularly for those who have […]

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… Amy breaks down how to think about this and some key interactions to look for […]

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 personal relationship with food versus what they can and cannot eat. Not only a welcome, […]

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 with unresolved health challenges. This is a rich discussion that you won’t want to miss! […]

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 pain and chronic conditions. Join us for a rich discussion on how Dr. Ngo helps […]

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 of natural medicines for medical and recreational markets around the world. He dives into the […]

Dr. Lauren Castle is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance and a virtual consultant pharmacist with Pharm to Table. In today’s interview, Dr. Castle shares how pharmacists are weaving functional medicine and pharmacogenomics into their patient care when prescribing pharmaceuticals. Tune-in to learn how this impacts your work in practice! Click here to […]