EPISODE · Aug 25, 2025 · 26 MIN
Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey w/ Dr. Mikhaila Riska
from Motherhood Alliance Podcast · host Motherhood Alliance
📢New 4-part series alert! In this kickoff conversation with Dr. Mikhaila Riska of Fox Valley Functional Medicine, we dive into how functional medicine takes a deeper, root-cause approach to health than traditional healthcare, what to expect from a functional medicine journey, and more. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, stuck, or searching for answers beyond the conventional model, this episode will open the door to a fresh perspective. In this episode, we discuss:Educational requirements to become a functional medicine expertThe differences between functional and traditional medicineWhat to expect when working with a functional medicine providerInsight into how professional supplements are recommendedVitamins/mineral recommendations for everyday healthFunctional medicine during the pregnancy/postpartum season This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health JourneyPart 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and MorePart 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & MorePart 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here ❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920 Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile🔗 Website🔗 Facebook🔗 Instagram About the Motherhood AllianceThe Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
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📢New 4-part series alert! In this kickoff conversation with Dr. Mikhaila Riska of Fox Valley Functional Medicine, we dive into how functional medicine takes a deeper, root-cause approach to health than traditional healthcare, what to expect from a functional medicine journey, and more. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, stuck, or searching for answers beyond the conventional model, this episode will open the door to a fresh perspective. In this episode, we discuss:Educational requirements to become a functional medicine expertThe differences between functional and traditional medicineWhat to expect when working with a functional medicine providerInsight into how professional supplements are recommendedVitamins/mineral recommendations for everyday healthFunctional medicine during the pregnancy/postpartum season This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health JourneyPart 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and MorePart 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & MorePart 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here ❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920 Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile🔗 Website🔗 Facebook🔗 Instagram About the Motherhood AllianceThe Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
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