I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, MD, the Founding Father of Functional Medicine. Listen in as we discuss how he came to start the functional medicine movement and became a leader in personalized medicine.  We also explore the dynamic nature of our immune systems and discuss revolutionary ways to rejuvenate it, a process Dr. Bland refers to as “immuno-rejuvenation.” Plus, you won’t want to miss the fascinating story of how Dr. Bland rediscovered Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat, an ancient, immune-boosting superfood, now being reintroduced through his company, Big Bold Health. Dr. Jeffrey Bland is a personable and highly respected thought leader who has spent more than five decades focused on the improvement of human health. He is known worldwide as the founder of the Functional Medicine movement. His pioneering work has created the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, as well as the Institute for Functional Medicine, the global leader in Functional Medicine education. Dr. Bland’s latest project is Big Bold Health, where he’s on a mission to transform the way people think about one of nature’s greatest innovations—the immune system. 00:50 Introducing Dr. Jeff Bland: The Pioneer of Functional Medicine 02:35 The Genesis of Functional Medicine: Dr. Bland's Journey 09:26 The Evolution and Impact of Functional Medicine 23:41 Immuno-rejuvenation: A New Frontier in Health and Longevity 30:57 The Immune-Boosting Superfood: Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat 41:44 Understanding Immunologic Age and Its Measurement 45:25 The Future of Personalized Medicine and Lifestyle Changes 50:30 Big Bold Health: A Venture into Immuno-rejuvenation 53:40 Agricultural Innovations and Sustainable Practices at Big Bold Health 01:09:12 The 3 things you can do to Take Back Your Health and how to connect with Big Bold Health Connect with Amy Myers, MD Website: https://www.amymyersmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyMyersMD/featured Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/ec/guide-to-leaky-gut Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmyMyersMD Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmyMyersMD Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/amymyersmd/ Connect with Dr. Jeffrey Bland PhD Website: https://bigboldhealth.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigboldhealth/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigboldhealth/