<p dir="ltr">Are you tired of chasing quick fixes for your health issues? In this episode of the Longevity podcast, I talk with Andrea Nakayama to explore the power of a more holistic, personalized approach to health and wellness. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">We discuss the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand the full context of a person's health journey, why conventional medicine often falls short in addressing chronic health issues and building a strong health foundation before pursuing advanced treatments. We also discuss how practices like dance, poetry, and art can play a crucial role in our overall well-being.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, speaker, and founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance, and host and producer of the award-winning 15-Minute Matrix podcast. Andrea is leading a movement to transform the health industry into a system that works, empowering patients and practitioners alike with the systems and tools of Functional Nutrition.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible:                                                                                                                                                          </p> <p dir="ltr">Vitali: Visit <a href="https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/Nathalie20">https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/Nathalie20</a> and use code Nathalie20 to save on your order. </p> <p dir="ltr">Jaspr: Get your Jaspr pro at <a href="https://jaspr.co/products/jaspr-pro?rfsn=7868037.0592817">https://jaspr.co/products/jaspr-pro?rfsn=7868037.0592817</a> and use code NAT to save on your order. </p> <p dir="ltr">Soltec: Visit <a href="http://www.soltechealth.com/">www.soltechealth.com</a> to learn more and save $100 off your purchase using the code LONGEVITY. Experience the difference for yourself with a 60-day risk free trial. </p> <p dir="ltr">                                                                                                                                            </p> <p dir="ltr">Find more from Andrea Nakayama: </p> <p dir="ltr">Website: <a href="https://www.andreanakayama.com/">https://www.andreanakayama.com/</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/andreanakayama/">https://www.instagram.com/andreanakayama/</a> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Find more from Nathalie:</p> <p dir="ltr">YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Join Nat’s Membership Community: <a href="https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community">https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Nats Newsletter: <a href="https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0">https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/">https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Website: <a href="http://www.natniddam.com/">www.NatNiddam.com</a>   </p> <p dir="ltr">Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance">https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance</a> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">What We Discuss:</p> <p dir="ltr">09:20 The Power of Turning Inward</p> <p dir="ltr">21:13 Genetic Testing: Context is Key</p> <p dir="ltr">24:34 Understanding the Limitations of Genetic Testing</p> <p dir="ltr">26:20 The Larger Context of Genetic Markers</p> <p dir="ltr">29:34 The Power of Patient's Intuition</p> <p dir="ltr">33:51 Close Listening with Your Body</p> <p dir="ltr">39:27 Working with Medical Teams and Advocating for Yourself</p> <p dir="ltr">42:43 Foundations of Functional Nutrition</p> <p dir="ltr">45:50 Defining Functional Nutrition</p> <p dir="ltr">47:42 The Role of Doctors and Patients in Functional Nutrition</p> <p dir="ltr">48:44 Understanding Physiology and Interconnectedness</p> <p dir="ltr">56:56 Applying Functional Medicine and Personalization</p> <p dir="ltr">01:01:19 The Integration of Narrative Medicine</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Key Takeaways</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Personalized healthcare is crucial for optimal well-being, as conventional medicine often falls short with its one-size-fits-all approach. Functional nutrition and genetic testing, when used appropriately, can provide valuable insights for individualized treatment.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Building a strong health foundation is essential before exploring advanced treatments or supplements. </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Holistic health encompasses more than just physical symptoms. It involves understanding the interconne