Func Med Nation Podcast

Dr. Steven Noseworthy

Func Med Nation is a podcast dedicated to Functional and Integrative Medicine practitioners and allied health professionals. We dive deep into clinical insights, cutting-edge research, and practical applications in nutrition, diet, lifestyle medicine, and systems-based care. We also explore the business side of practice, marketing strategies, and practitioner self-care — because thriving in this field requires both clinical excellence and personal sustainability. Join the Nation — citizenship is free. In this introductory episode, Dr. Steven Noseworthy shares his background, vision, and what you can expect from this podcast moving forward. Designed specifically for Functional and Integrative Medicine practitioners and allied health professionals, Func Med Nation delivers clinical insights, the latest research in nutrition, diet, and lifestyle medicine, as well as honest conversations about practice management, marketing, and practitioner self-care. Dr. Noseworthy is an internationally recognized Functional Medicine clinician and seminar speaker who has lectured to thousands of practitioners across multiple continents. For over 15 years he has been one of the most requested speakers in the Apex Energetics seminar ecosystem. He brings his extensive clinical experience and passion for systems-based, root-cause care directly to this show. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to functional medicine, this podcast is built to support, educate, and inspire you. Hosted by Dr. Steven Noseworthy, an internationally recognized Functional Medicine clinician and one of the most sought-after seminar speakers in the field. For over 15 years, Dr. Noseworthy has lectured to thousands of practitioners across multiple continents and has been a consistently top-requested speaker in the Apex Energetics seminar ecosystem. Join the Nation — citizenship is free. Subscribe to our email list for episode alerts and exclusive updates. Connect with Dr. Noseworthy: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Web Want Dr. Noseworthy as a guest on your podcast? Reach out directly at drn@drnoseworthy.com This podcast is not affiliated with with any nutraceutical company or diagnostic lab.

  1. Vitalism, Labs, and the Art of Listening: A Deep Dive with Dr. Brad Rachman (Part 1)

    5d ago

    Vitalism, Labs, and the Art of Listening: A Deep Dive with Dr. Brad Rachman (Part 1)

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brad Rachman to explore his remarkable journey from a personal autoimmune crisis to decades of work in functional medicine and laboratory medicine, including his time with Genova Diagnostics. We talk about the early days of functional medicine, how the field has evolved, and how clinicians can choose tests that actually matter instead of drowning in data. Brad shares his origin story with ankylosing spondylitis and how it shaped his entire clinical philosophy. We get into high‑value markers like complement C3/C4, MMP‑9, TGF‑β1, GGT, oxidized LDL, and CD4/CD8 ratios, as well as the role of stealth pathogens such as EBV, Coxsackie, and Chlamydia pneumoniae. We also break down practical approaches to assessing dysglycemia using tools like HOMA and C‑peptide, and how to build a testing strategy that gives clarity instead of overwhelm. We also dive into clinical models and practice design—everything from volume‑based care versus engagement‑based care, to creating a patient roadmap, to using AI for long‑term 10‑year risk analysis. Brad shares his therapeutic priorities around diet, lifestyle, and pro‑resolving mediators, and we spend time on the philosophy of vitalism: trusting and stewarding the body’s innate ability to self‑regulate. If you’re a clinician, you’ll walk away with practical insights on which tests are truly actionable, how to communicate with patients during symptom flares, when to prioritize lifestyle over supplements, and how to design care that restores long‑term vitality and resilience. LINKS Rachman Clinic TikTok @dr.brad.rachman Instagram @rachmanclinic YouTube @drbradrachman LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/rachman-clinic

    1h 50m
  2. Optimizing Nitric Oxide Production: Clinical Insights from Dr. Nathan Bryan (Part 2)

    5d ago

    Optimizing Nitric Oxide Production: Clinical Insights from Dr. Nathan Bryan (Part 2)

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nathan Bryan, one of the world’s leading researchers in nitric oxide physiology and a pioneer who has reshaped how clinicians think about vascular health, metabolism, and the oral microbiome. Dr. Bryan began his career as a drug discovery chemist, but his work quickly revealed a deeper truth: our ability to generate nitric oxide depends heavily on dietary inputs, oral bacteria, and lifestyle patterns—not just pharmaceuticals. His research uncovered the essential role of the oral microbiome in converting dietary nitrates and nitrites into bioactive nitric oxide, influencing everything from blood pressure to mitochondrial efficiency to immune resilience. We dig into his groundbreaking contributions, including his founding of Neogenis and the development of the original Neo40 lozenges and nitric oxide indicator test strips, which helped bring NO science into everyday clinical practice. Dr. Bryan also shares how his research has evolved, what most clinicians still misunderstand about nitric oxide biology, and how he’s now advancing the field through his new company, n1o1.com, where he’s translating cutting‑edge nitric oxide science into next‑generation clinical and consumer solutions designed to restore NO production more effectively than ever. If you’re interested in cardiovascular health, performance, metabolism, or the intersection of the oral microbiome and systemic physiology, this conversation will change the way you think about nitric oxide. LINKS Nathan on the Web Dr. Noseworthy on the Web. Join the Func Med Nation updates list.

    1h 50m
  3. 038r | Guest Series: Vitalism, Labs, and the Art of Listening: A Deep Dive with Dr. Brad Rachman

    Jun 6

    038r | Guest Series: Vitalism, Labs, and the Art of Listening: A Deep Dive with Dr. Brad Rachman

    Host Dr. Steve Nosworthy interviews Dr. Brad Rachman about his journey from a personal autoimmune crisis to decades in functional medicine and laboratory medicine, including his work with Genova Diagnostics. They discuss the history and evolution of functional medicine, how to choose meaningful tests, and how labs can both help and overwhelm clinicians. Topics include Dr. Rockman’s origin story with ankylosing spondylitis, high-value lab markers (complement C3/C4, MMP‑9, TGF‑β1, GGT, oxidized LDL, CD4/CD8), stealth pathogens (EBV, Coxsackie, Chlamydia pneumoniae), dysglycemia assessment (HOMA, C‑peptide), and practical testing strategy versus data overload. The conversation also covers clinical models and practice design (volume vs engagement), creating a patient roadmap and 10‑year risk analysis using AI, therapeutic priorities (diet, lifestyle, pro‑resolving mediators), and the philosophy of vitalism — trusting and stewarding the body’s innate ability to self‑regulate. Listeners can expect practical takeaways on which tests are most actionable, how to communicate with patients about symptom flares, when to prioritize lifestyle over supplements, and how to design care that restores long‑term vitality and resilience. LINKS Rachman Clinic TikTok @dr.brad.rachman Instagram @rachmanclinic YouTube @drbradrachman LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/rachman-clinic

    1h 50m
  4. 033 | Guest Series: Dr. Russell Jaffe MD PhD - Inflammation is a Repair Deficit

    Jun 6

    033 | Guest Series: Dr. Russell Jaffe MD PhD - Inflammation is a Repair Deficit

    In this episode of Func Med Nation, Dr. Steven Noseworthy, DC, welcomes Dr. Russell Jaffe, MD-PhD, a highly esteemed physician, researcher, and thought leader in integrative and functional medicine. Dr. Jaffe shares his remarkable personal and professional journey from conventional Western medicine to a comprehensive, eclectic approach that honors multiple healing traditions. Dr. Jaffe discusses his transformative seven-year apprenticeship in traditional Chinese medicine, along with his deep integration of yoga and Ayurveda into clinical practice. These experiences fundamentally reshaped his medical worldview, highlighting the power of blending diverse medical philosophies to achieve better patient outcomes. Listeners will gain profound insights into the value of integrative medicine, the importance of personalized and systems-based care, and practical lessons on bridging Eastern and Western approaches in modern functional medicine. Key Topics: Dr. Jaffe’s transition from traditional Western medicine to integrative practicesSeven-year apprenticeship in Traditional Chinese MedicineIntegration of yoga and Ayurveda into clinical careThe significance of blending diverse medical traditionsLessons for functional medicine practitioners seeking a broader, patient-centered perspective This conversation offers inspiration and practical wisdom for clinicians interested in expanding their therapeutic toolkit through cross-cultural medical insights. LINKS Russell on the Web Dr. Noseworthy on the Web. Join the Func Med nation updates list.

    1h 49m

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Func Med Nation is a podcast dedicated to Functional and Integrative Medicine practitioners and allied health professionals. We dive deep into clinical insights, cutting-edge research, and practical applications in nutrition, diet, lifestyle medicine, and systems-based care. We also explore the business side of practice, marketing strategies, and practitioner self-care — because thriving in this field requires both clinical excellence and personal sustainability. Join the Nation — citizenship is free. In this introductory episode, Dr. Steven Noseworthy shares his background, vision, and what you can expect from this podcast moving forward. Designed specifically for Functional and Integrative Medicine practitioners and allied health professionals, Func Med Nation delivers clinical insights, the latest research in nutrition, diet, and lifestyle medicine, as well as honest conversations about practice management, marketing, and practitioner self-care. Dr. Noseworthy is an internationally recognized Functional Medicine clinician and seminar speaker who has lectured to thousands of practitioners across multiple continents. For over 15 years he has been one of the most requested speakers in the Apex Energetics seminar ecosystem. He brings his extensive clinical experience and passion for systems-based, root-cause care directly to this show. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to functional medicine, this podcast is built to support, educate, and inspire you. Hosted by Dr. Steven Noseworthy, an internationally recognized Functional Medicine clinician and one of the most sought-after seminar speakers in the field. For over 15 years, Dr. Noseworthy has lectured to thousands of practitioners across multiple continents and has been a consistently top-requested speaker in the Apex Energetics seminar ecosystem. Join the Nation — citizenship is free. Subscribe to our email list for episode alerts and exclusive updates. Connect with Dr. Noseworthy: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Web Want Dr. Noseworthy as a guest on your podcast? Reach out directly at drn@drnoseworthy.com This podcast is not affiliated with with any nutraceutical company or diagnostic lab.