15-minute Matrix

This week on the podcast Dr. Melina Roberts is taking us deep into the many functions of the gallbladder. From bile production, to emulsification, to the gallbladder's role in thyroid health Dr. Roberts sheds a bright and educational light on how important this organ is to the body's ability to properly detoxify and healthfully function. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode Learn more about Dr. Roberts and her clinic at Advanced Naturopathic Medicine Centre Find Dr. Robert’s book ‘Building A Healthy Child’ here Click here for the Finland Study on gallbladder and thyroid Click here for my Clinical Quickie on Choline Click here to listen to episode number 92 where Summer Bock Maps Functional Ferments   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the podcast Dr. Mark Burhenne speaks into the importance of recognizing that the oral microbiome and the gut microbiome are not separate. Don’t miss this eye opening episode where Dr. B shares his wisdom on the many ways that dysbiosis in the mouth can play a role in the chronic diseases that so many of our clients face. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Burhenne click here Click here to find Dr. B’s Book ‘The 8-hour Sleep Paradox’ To get your hands on the CRP letter Dr. B mentions click here Check out Dr. B’s resource on The Best and Worst Toothpaste Ingredients + 2 DIY Toothpaste Recipes   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

This week Dr. Michael Greger speaks about protein and, more specifically, the benefits of nourishing the body with plant-based protein. Not too much, and not too little. One of the many benefits of hosting this podcast is highlighting the different perspectives that my guest experts deliver, and today’s episode will leave you with key reminders about the sources for our macronutrient needs. To learn more about Dr. Greger click here To get access to Dr. Greger’s almost daily nutrition tips click here Click here to find Dr. Greger’s book ‘How Not To Die’ Click here to watch one of Dr. Greger’s videos on protein   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

On this week’s 15-Minute Matrix episode Mary Purdy speaks about Sustainable Food Systems. This leads us to conversations about environmental stewardship, which encompasses both renewing and protecting our natural resources not just for today, but for the future. Food sustainability impacts everything, including the social justice work needed when it comes to food quality and accessibility. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Mary click here You can find Mary’s Podcast “Mary’s Nutrition Show” here Click here to find Mary’s newest book ‘The Microbiome Reset’ Listen to episode #93 where Hana Fullmer Maps Regenerative Agriculture Check out episode #51 where Mickey Trescott Maps Nutrient Density   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the podcast Dr. Travis Zigler and I discuss how to support clients experiencing dry eyes. Dr. Travis sees dry eyes as a symptom of an overall inflammatory state in the body, and in this episode we uncover myriad ways to invite root cause resolutions to this troubling symptom through food, hydration, clean living and so much more. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Travis click here To get your hands on Dr. Travis’ book ‘Rethinking Dry Eye Treatment’ click here Click here to check out the Dry Eye Boot Camp Challenge To learn more about AREDS studies click here Listen to Episode #123 where Andrea Map Environmental Inputs with guest host Lara Adler Check out Episode episode #105 where Lara Adler maps Water Contamination   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix Dr. Ken Sharlin brings us into the importance of working with the Matrix and Timeline to illuminate the story of a patient who is struggling with memory issues. As Dr. Sharlin articulates, "functional medicine is a culture shift", and today he shares with us the many ways in which we can help influence this culture shift for the patients we work with -- even those with compromised cognitive function. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode Click here to get Dr. Sharlin’s book, ‘The Healthy Brain Toolbox: Neurologist-Proven Strategies to Prevent Memory Loss and Protect Your Aging Brain’ Click here for access to Dr. Sharlin’s recent paper ‘Reversal of Cognitive Decline: 100 Patients’ Click here to learn more about Dr. Sharlin’s Brain Tune-Up program To learn more about the MoCA test Dr. Sharlin references click here Check out Episode #94 where Joe Cohen maps ApoE   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

There's no doubt that Intermittent Fasting (IF) is a popular topic and that's why I'm excited to introduce you to Krista Varady. Krista shares how IF is an umbrella term for 3 different types of fasting, her research into IF and weight loss, and so much more! Tune in to get the scoop from this knowledgeable researcher in this week’s fast and furious episode. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Krista Varady, PhD click here To access all of Krista’s published work through The University of Illinois at Chicago click here To read more about Alternate Day Fasting click here and here For a collection of references on the metabolic effects of Intermittent Fasting click here To read more about The Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Health, Aging, and Disease click here   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix my friend and colleague Dr. Patrick Hanaway walks us through both his personal and professional journey with navigating chemotherapy for his own Laryngeal cancer diagnosis. Join us for this impactful conversation around the preciousness of life, the power of journeying with uncertainty, and the importance of slowing down to be present with what healing can actually look like. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Hanaway’s clinic click here Click here to be notified when Dr. Hanaway’s portal of education is live You can find some research on head and neck cancers and therapeutic ketosis here and here Dr. Hanaway mentions Prolon, the fasting mimicking Diet; learn more here To learn more about the Oura Ring for tracking sleep, click here   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I'm talking all things insulin and insulin resistance with Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo. Insulin affects almost every single cell in the body, so grab your pens and get ready for an educational journey around the entire Matrix as we take a deep dive into this key member of what I like to call the Non-Negotiable Trifecta! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Ritamarie click here Click here to read Dr. Ritamarie’s blog post on 19 Reasons an Insulin Reset is Critical   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today is the final episode of our special 3-part series with Dr. Mansoor Mohammad and we are wrapping up this educational trio talking about folate. Everything in this episode is incredibly noteworthy so you’ll likely want to listen to this one on repeat. Grab your pens and get ready to map Folote on the 15 Minute Matrix! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Mansoor and The DNA Company, click here To listen to Part 1 of the special series with Dr. Mansoor click here To listen to Part 2 of the special series with Dr. Mansoor click here Check out episode #10 of the 15 Minute Matirx where Tom Malterre Maps Sulforaphane Check out episode #110 of the 15 Minute Matrix where Dr. Peter Osborne Maps B12   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

In this episode we continue our rich conversation about methylation with Dr. Mansoor Mohammed. Tune-in as Dr. Mansoor equips us with not only an incredible education around a complex topic but also gives us many tools that we can put into practice right away! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Mansoor and The DNA Company, click here To listen to Part 1 of the special series with Dr. Mansoor Click here   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today is the start of a special 3-part series with Dr. Mansoor Mohammad. In the first two episodes, Dr. Mansoor provides some much-needed education and clarity into the mechanisms of methylation and in the 3rd episode, we take a deep dive into methylation’s key nutrient, folate. Get ready to wrap your mind around methylation! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Mansoor and The DNA Company click here   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Now more than ever our clients and patients are riding the waves of anxiety and Dr. Ellen Vora is the ideal person to bring both compassion and perspective to the forefront of our minds. In today’s episode we cover the many different ways that we can hold space for those we support as we help them navigate the terrain of our current reality. We all need a little Dr. Ellen right now! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Ellen Vora click here Click here to get your hands on Julia Ross’s book ‘The Mood Cure’ mentioned in today’s episode Check out Episode #63 where Trudy Scott Maps GABA   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Emotional Freedom Technique or EFT has the potential to shift neural pathways related to food cravings and so much more. Dr. Peta Stapleton is an expert researcher on the topic and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with her. She shares so many clinical pearls that you won’t want to miss in today’s episode! Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode You can pre-order Dr. Peta’s book ‘The Science Behind Tapping: A Proven Stress Management Technique for the Mind and Body’ here To learn more about Dr. Peta Stapleton and her work click here   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today on the 15-Minute Matrix I'm excited to introduce my dear friend and Colon Hydrotherapist extraordinaire, Jill Simons. We discuss myriad reasons why someone would get a colonic, why cleansing the colon is important, and how cleaning out the intestines is a powerful way to take a pause, release, and start afresh. Though now might not be the right time for a colonic, it may be your chance to cleanse! > Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode > To learn more about Jill click here > Check out episode #118 where Dr. Jason Hawrelak maps probiotics > Check out episode #124 where Andrea maps The Gut Brain Connection with guest host Cavin Balstar > It’s time for a Spring Cleanse and we’re ready to take you there! Join us and let the liver-loving begin   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today's episode is part of our COVID-19 Special Edition series, and I’ve invited Dr. Anahid Jewett to the mic to discuss NK cells. The job of the NK cell is to remove infected cells and there’s never been a better time than right now to take a deep dive into immunology. Grab your pens and get ready to listen to this episode a few times as you won't want to miss anything Dr. Jewett shares. April 15th, 2020 Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Dr. Jewitt and her work head over to the UCLA School of Dentistry Dr. Jewett has produced a wealth of research, contact us if you’d like a list of her published work Other COVID-19 related episodes: Listen to Episode #129 where Donna Jackson Nakazawa Maps Brain Stress (COVID-19 Special Edition) Listen to Episode #130 where Dr. Mansoor Mohammed Maps The Self-isolation Ripple Effect (COVID-19 Special Edition) Listen to Episode #131 where Mickey Trescott Maps Meal Prep In Less Than Ideal Conditions (COVID-19 Speci

Today's episode is part of our COVID-19 Special Edition series, and I've invited my friend Allison Post back to the mic to share her calming wisdom around stress reduction in these trying times. Grab a cup of tea, take a deep slow breath and tune into the serene suggestions Allison brings as she invites us to rest and engage in practices that slow down the body and mind. And be sure to pay it forward! April 10th, 2020 Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode You can find previous episodes with Allison here: > Episode #114 where Allison Maps Touch > Episode #70 where Allison Maps Breath Related: > Listen to Episode #129 where Donna Jackson Nakazawa Maps Brain Stress (COVID-19 Special Edition) > Listen to Episode #130 where Dr. Mansoor Mohammed Maps The Self-isolation Ripple Effect (COVID-19 Special Edition) > Listen to Episode #131 where Mickey Trescott Maps Meal Prep In Less Than Ideal Conditions (COVID-19 Special Edition)   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications deli

Today's episode is part of our COVID-19 Special Edition series, and I've invited my friend Mickey Trescott to share her wisdom and expertise around meal prep during these trying times. You won't want to miss this grounding conversation where Mickey helps us reframe how we’re thinking about food and food prep, and shares her open-minded and flexible perspective in both the grocery store and kitchen, even for those of us with existing dietary patterns. April 7th, 2020 > Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode > To learn more about Mickey, check out Episode #51 where Mickey Maps Nutrient Density on the podcast Related: > Listen to Episode #129 where Donna Jackson Nakazawa Maps Brain Stress (COVID-19 Special Edition) > Listen to Episode #130 where Dr. Mansoor Mohammed Maps The Self-isolation Ripple Effect (COVID-19 Special Edition)   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today's episode is part of our COVID-19 special edition, and I've invited Dr. Mansoor Mohammed to share his wisdom around the ripple effect of physical distancing. This is a powerful episode where we walk around the matrix and identify many of the consequences that will come from our current state. Our hope is to inspire every coach or clinician listening to help those we love and work with. We’re needed now more than ever, and there’s so much we can do to make an impact on both the current and future state of our collective health. April 3rd, 2020 > Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode > To learn more about Dr. Mansoor and the DNA company click here > Listen to Episode #54 where Niki Gratrix maps ACEs > Listen to Episode #129 where Donna Jackson Nakazawa maps Brain Stress (COVID-19 Special Edition)   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Today's episode is part of our COVID-19 special edition, and I've invited Donna Jackson Nakazawa back to the mic to speak into the brain-immune-stress response. The perceived stress that we are all experiencing right now is (unfortunately) counter to the immune response we’re after. Get ready to take a deep breath as Donna walks us through how to manage the messages we’re feeding our brains and maximize all that we can do differently to support ourselves and our clients during this challenging time. March 31, 2020 > Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode > Listen to Episode #116 where Donna Maps Microglia here > Check out Episode #67 where Dr. Sam Shay Maps Gaming Disorder > Check out Episode #78 where Dr. Nicole Beurkens maps Screen Time > Donna Mentions Dr. Charles Raison’s research in the evolution of the stress response > Donna mentions Dr. George Slavich and his studies on stress and inflammation > Donna mentions Dharma Seed > To get your hands on Donna’s new boo