Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes9 Des 2024

Ep 83 - Why We Can't Hack Our Way to Better Health with Type 1: Developing an Intuitive Approach with Andrea Nakayama

In this episode, I'm joined by Andrea Nakayama, a trailblazing Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator. After losing her young husband to a brain tumor in 2002, Andrea's journey into functional nutrition began, driving her mission to reclaim health in the face of chronic illness.

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As the founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance and host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast, Andrea shares her innovative approach, using systems biology and root cause methodology to address health challenges. We dive into the differences between functional and conventional nutrition, and why "hacking" our way to health isn't enough—especially for those managing Type 1 diabetes.

Andrea offers practical tips for navigating hormonal changes, balancing blood sugar, and tuning into your body's unique signals. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will empower you to take control of your health journey!

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

0:02 – Andrea's Journey into Functional Nutrition:
Andrea shares how her husband's 2000 brain tumor diagnosis and her own autoimmune condition led her to functional nutrition, inspiring her to start the Functional Nutrition Alliance in 2009.

4:03 – Differences Between Conventional and Functional Nutrition:
Andrea explains functional nutrition's focus on root causes, therapeutic partnership, and systems-based care, contrasting it with conventional methods.

7:13 – Systems Thinking in Health:
Andrea highlights the importance of seeing the whole person and introduces her mantra: "Everything is connected. We are all unique. All things matter."

14:03 – Hormonal Health and Autoimmunity:
Andrea addresses hormonal shifts and autoimmune challenges, introducing her "three roots, many branches" approach to chronic health issues.

16:10 – Practical Health Tips:
Andrea shares tips for balancing blood sugar, focusing on hydration, sleep, and including fat, fiber, and protein in every meal.

37:51 – Being an Expert in Yourself:
Andrea encourages listeners to understand their own health patterns and work with healthcare providers who support their journey.

40:33 – Success Stories:
Andrea shares a patient's success in improving multiple sclerosis through personalized care, emphasizing patience and addressing root causes.

47:34 – Future Directions and Resources:
Andrea discusses her ongoing work and offers resources on functional nutrition, biohacking, and narrative medicine.

Connect with Andrea:

Website

IG @AndreaNakayama

Podcast

Functional Nutrition Alliance Website

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