Today we are speaking with functional nutritionist, Andrea Nakayama. Through the power of the internet, Andrea has worked with thousands of clients from around the globe.

She emphasizes that we must look for the root of the condition and there is no one-size-fits-all approach, as we are all unique.

She is an expert when it comes to whole food nutrition, autoimmune conditions, inflammation and gut health.

In this episode, we discuss:

Andrea's journey to becoming a leader in the current health movement
Andrea's Hashimoto's diagnosis and how she manages it naturally
The 3 components of all autoimmune conditions (genetic predisposition, leaky gut & gut microbiota imbalance)
Autoimmune conditions aren't cured but are managed
Functional medicine gets to the root of the condition
We are all genetically diverse
The top 3 inflammatory foods - gluten, refined sugar & dairy
Quality matters... when it comes to all foods
Are eggs considered a health food?
Health starts in the gut
The digestive system is like a donut
We are not what we eat but what we assimilate
A protocol for repairing the gut
The best probiotic supplement
How to test your probiotic supplements, at home
Food first, supplements second
The perfect poop
The four signature supplements most people need
The iodine controversy
Getting the proper balance of omega-3 to omega-6 EFAs
Cold drinks can impede our digestive fires
Digestion starts well before the food enters your mouth
Andrea's morning and evening routines
Sleep is critical for thriving health
Andrea's elixir ingredients

Replenish pdx website

Food Mood Poop Journal

Follow Andrea Nakayama on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube

Dr. Mark Hyman

Dr. David Perlmutter

MindBodyGreen

Native Forest (product)

Natural Value (products)

GutPro probiotic

Klaire Labs probiotics

026: We Love Fermented Foods! (minicast)

Eden Foods (products)

Squatty Potty

Bristol Stool Scale

Vital Nutrients fish oil (supplements)

Ascenta NutraVege Plant Sourced Omega 3

Dragon Herbs

Ricki Heller

Ricki Heller & Andrea Nakayama - Living Candida-Free (book)

Related episodes:

214: Dr. Mark Hyman – What The Heck Should I Eat? • Ketogenic Diet Hype • Meat As A Condiment

084: Dr. Mark Hyman – Saturated Fat Isn't The Enemy | Eat Fat, Get Thin | Stop Fearing Cholesterol

074: Dr. Mark Hyman – Create An Emergency Food Pack | The Pegan Diet | Sugar Is The New Fat

273: Dr. David Perlmutter – Grain Brain • Cholesterol Is Your Friend • What Is Keto Cycling?

019: Ricki Heller – Managing Candida Overgrowth, Safe Sweeteners, Self Testing At Home

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