In this episode, Brigitte Sager DNP IFMCP discusses her insights from the recent PLMI Thought Leaders Consortium, focusing on the evolving landscape of functional nursing and medicine. She highlights key themes such as immunometabolism, the impact of politics on functional medicine, the importance of personalized healthcare through wearable technology, and the challenges posed by ubiquitous toxins. The conversation also touches on cognitive decline and the role of functional medicine in reversing it, as well as the necessity for nurses to be disruptors in the healthcare system. Brigitte concludes with information about upcoming events and the future of functional nursing education. Robert Lustig MD's podcast that was mentioned during this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZE_H7rijrVk To register for the Redefining the Future of Nursing Summit: https://www.fxnursing.com/summit   💻 Want to stay up to date on the latest in Functional Medicine and nursing? Sign up for the newsletter at: https://learn.brigittesager.com/the-functional-nurse-newsletter to never miss an update.   Hosted by Brigitte Sager, DNP, a functional nurse practitioner and holistic nurse educator. https://www.brigittesager.com/   ✔️ Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page. We also now have video episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrigitteSagerNP   This episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast is proudly sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing (IFN). At IFN, we equip RNs and NPs with the knowledge, confidence, and community to lead the future of healthcare through root-cause, patient-centered practice. We offer membership programs, continuing education, and a comprehensive, evidence informed education in functional nursing, all grounded in systems biology, clinical relevance, and the nursing process. Learn more about our offerings, upcoming courses, and how to join the movement at: https://www.fxnursing.com   Be well!