Cracking the Code of Chronic Illness with Dr. Maggie Yu

Dr. Maggie Yu is a medical MD and certified functional medicine physician. She is also a mother, teacher, speaker and thought leader. Over the past 16+ years, she has been helping and educating people on topics related to longevity and reversing chronic diseases. Dr. Maggie is a visionary in the field of functional medicine, and her transformative approach combines the best of medical knowledge with holistic care.In this episode, Dr. Maggie joins Nicole to discuss the shortcomings of conventional medicine and the advantages of functional medicine's holistic approach in uncovering root causes and managing conditions like Hashimoto's and POTS. They highlight the importance of diet, lifestyle changes, and self-advocacy in health management when it comes to cracking the code of chronic illness.DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice. EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:[02:05] - The shift from conventional to functional medicine[04:23] - Challenges in conventional medicine[13:56] - Understanding autoimmune diseases[18:12] - The role of functional medicine[30:23] - The importance of root causes over diagnoses[36:04] - Exploring POTS and misdiagnosis[39:10] - The misdiagnosis problem[39:52] - COVID-19 and long-haul syndrome[43:26] - The role of cardiologists and medications[44:46] - Alternative treatments and hydration[45:31] - The importance of digestive health[48:57] - Functional medicine and patient educationKEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:Why Dr. Maggie transitioned from conventional medicine to functional medicine after her own severe health challengesThe importance of addressing root causes rather than just treating symptoms.The connection between autoimmune diseases and hormonal imbalancesThe misconception of POTS being rare and the importance of proper understanding and treatmentIMPORTANT LINKS & MENTIONS: Visit Dr. Maggie Yu’s WebsiteDr. Maggie Yu’s BookDr. Maggie Yu’s LinkedinDr. Maggie Yu’s YouTube ChannelJoin the Transform Autoimmune Facebook GroupJoin the Waitlist for Nicole’s BookConnect with Nicole on InstagramVisit the Goode Health WebsiteJoin Nicole’s Free NewsletterGet Started with the MitoImmune Way: The 12-Week ProgrammeUnlocking the Mystery of Your Thyroid Results [Free Download]30 Steps to Thyroid Health [Free Download]Get Access to the Thyroid Freedom™ Bundle