In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones speaks with Eugene Smith, a functional nutrition counselor, about his journey into nutrition, the importance of understanding individual dietary needs, and the impact of nutrition on athletic performance and recovery. They discuss various dietary trends, the significance of gut health, and the mind-body connection in wellness. Eugene also shares insights into cultural influences on eating habits and the programs he offers to help individuals achieve their health goals.

Takeaways:

Eugene's journey into functional nutrition began with a personal interest in food sourcing. Understanding food labels is crucial for making healthy choices. Injuries in athletes can often be linked to nutrient deficiencies. Gut health plays a significant role in overall health and injury recovery. Dietary trends should be approached with caution and tailored to individual needs. The mind-body connection is essential for effective nutrition and wellness. Cultural and familial patterns heavily influence eating habits. Eugene offers various programs to address specific health and nutrition needs. Functional nutrition looks at the whole person, not just their diet. Education is key to helping individuals make informed dietary choices.

Eugene Smith is a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor (CFNC) and a researcher in health and food science.

He is the creator of B Life Like Nutrition, a holistic Functional Nutrition practice where he works with clients in finding root cause solutions to their health goals. Furthermore, he works with athletes to enhance their athletic performance capabilities holistically through his Athletic Performance Enhancement Program.

He is also the creator of Life Like Beverage Company where they make Functional Beverages , Botanical Extracts, and Nutrient Enhancers.

In his spare time he trains and competes in track and field as a USATF Masters sprinter.

Links:

https://blifelike.com/

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