How to Navigate Overwhelming Health Challenges with Functional Medicine

from Invisible Strength · host Karin Wagner and Chris Burton

Summary Join Invigorate Your Journey host Karin Wagner in this insightful episode as she welcomes Meredith Orlowski, AFMC, functional medicine practitioner and Founder of Root to Leaf Wellness. Meredith shares her journey with autoimmune disease, her challenges with conventional medicine, and how functional medicine transformed her health and career. Discover the importance of examining illness's root causes, personalized care's power, and practical tips for managing stress and environmental toxins. This episode is a must-listen for everyone seeking holistic and effective approaches to autoimmune wellness. 🔄💚🌟 #AutoimmuneJourney #FunctionalMedicine #HolisticHealth #Podcast #Wellness #invigorateyourjourney #yourjourneyempowered Takeaways Functional medicine takes a holistic approach to treating autoimmune diseases by addressing the root causes of symptoms. Conventional medicine often focuses on managing symptoms rather than finding the underlying causes. Functional medicine practitioners use lab testing to assess optimal ranges rather than just normal ranges. When developing a treatment plan, functional medicine considers the individual's unique experiences, exposures, and traumas. Advocating for oneself and seeking personalized care are important in navigating the healthcare system. The average duration of working with a health coach for autoimmune diseases is about six months, but it can vary depending on individual circumstances and willingness to change. Tracking symptoms is crucial for measuring progress and making necessary adjustments. Stress management techniques like mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises can help manage autoimmune diseases. Coaching helps individuals make lifestyle changes and be accountable to themselves. Replacing personal and household products with cleaner alternatives is recommended to reduce exposure to environmental toxins and harmful chemicals. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:11 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine 07:51 Overcoming Overwhelm in Functional Medicine 12:37 The Difference in Lab Testing Approaches 20:36 Addressing Absorption Issues and Creating Supplement Plans 23:43 The Advancements of Functional Medicine in Autoimmune Disease 25:34 Duration and Personalization of Treatment 26:24 The Impact of Energy on Managing Autoimmune Diseases 27:39 The Timeline for Seeing Benefits from Lifestyle Changes 31:57 The Role of Stress Management in Autoimmune Disease 40:46 Reducing Exposure to Environmental Toxins and Harmful Chemicals 46:23 The Importance of Not Giving Up in Managing Autoimmune Diseases Invigorate. Your journey, empowered. Get a FREE Guide to Wellness thanks to our partner Meredith Orlowski, AFMC, Founder of Root to Leaf Wellness.

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