Are you—or your patients—still feeling drained months after giving birth?
In this FMP Essentials episode, Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with Dr. Lauren Davis, DO — a double-board-certified family physician and osteopathic neuromuscular medicine expert — to reveal the root-cause science behind postpartum depletion and how functional medicine can restore energy, hormone balance, and gut health — safely, even while breastfeeding.

Most postpartum visits focus on depression screening alone.
But nutrient loss, hormone imbalance, mitochondrial fatigue, and gut disruption often go untreated — leaving moms depleted and exhausted.
Functional medicine gives clinicians a clear, evidence-based framework to correct these hidden imbalances and bring vitality back.

“Postpartum depletion is real — and fixable — when you treat the root causes, not just the mood.”
“Normal labs don’t always mean normal energy — look at RBC magnesium.”
“Heal the gut, free the detox pathways, and milk supply often follows.”

Dr. Lauren Davis, DO
Board-Certified in Family Medicine & Osteopathic Neuromuscular Medicine.
Founder of Latched Nourished Thriving and advocate for lactation-friendly functional care.
Moderator for Dr. MILK (Physicians supporting breastfeeding).
Instagram → @laurendavisdo

Dr. Yousef Elyaman | Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician | Founder of FMP Essentials

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FMP Essentials — Education & Mentorship for Functional Medicine Practitioners

This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Any supplement or therapy mentioned is not FDA-approved to treat or cure disease.
Practitioners must use their professional judgment.
The hosts and guests assume no liability for misuse or misinterpretation.

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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD, CNS, IFMCP — Nutritionist, Author, and Functional Medicine Educator

In this inspiring FMP Essentials episode, Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with renowned nutrition scientist and functional medicine leader Dr. Deanna Minich to explore how colorful foods and phytochemicals can help women navigate the transition through perimenopause and menopause with vitality and balance.
Dr. Deanna Minich shares how color, creativity, diversity, and rhythm — nature’s principles from her book The Rainbow Diet — can guide nutrition for hormone health. Together, they break down how different food colors correspond to body systems, how functional medicine views the menopause transition, and how practitioners can personalize care using color-coded nutrition, micronutrient testing, and root-cause analysis.

This conversation bridges science and soul — giving both practitioners and patients tools to use food as medicine for energy, mood, and longevity.

• How do color and phytochemicals influence hormonal and metabolic balance?
• What are the most common symptoms and root causes of perimenopause?
• How can nutrition, testing, and functional medicine support this transition?
• What practical food swaps and cooking tips improve absorption and reduce inflammation?
• How can functional practitioners empower patients with evidence-based nutrition?

Key Insight:
“When we teach women to eat the rainbow, we’re not just talking about color — we’re talking about activating different systems of the body.” – Dr. Deanna Minich
Top Takeaways
Color Has Function: Each color in plant foods has distinct benefits — red for inflammation and immunity, orange for reproductive health, yellow for digestion, green for cardiovascular, purple for mood and brain, and white for detoxification.
Orange Is the Menopause Power Color: Orange foods like squash, mango, and carrots contain carotenoids that support ovarian function and hormone balance.
Balance the Matrix: Functional medicine’s seven core systems provide the framework for understanding perimenopause holistically — from inflammation to detox.
Micronutrients Matter: Minerals like magnesium and zinc are vital for hormone metabolism and adrenal stability during menopause.
Count Colors, Not Calories: Focusing on nutrient density and food diversity creates better metabolic and hormonal health than calorie restriction.

• “Count colors, not calories — that’s how we nourish hormones and mitochondria.” – Dr. Minich
• “Fat isn’t the enemy; unhealthy, over-processed fats are.” – Dr. Minich
• “Functional medicine gives women back control of their bodies by understanding the why behind every symptom.” – Dr. Elyaman

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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. M Isreb, Nephrologist & Functional Medicine Specialist, Founder of Integrative Kidney

Discover the root causes, conventional blind spots, and integrative strategies for managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). Dr. M Isreb, a seasoned nephrologist and functional medicine practitioner, shares how we’re in the midst of a CKD epidemic—and why most patients and even doctors are missing it. This conversation is both an urgent call to action and a hopeful roadmap for preventing kidney failure before it's too late.

Whether you’re a practitioner seeking clinical clarity or a patient looking to avoid dialysis, this episode delivers both inspiration and precision.

• Why do 1 in 9 Americans have CKD—but most don’t know it?
• What does conventional medicine miss when diagnosing kidney issues early?
• How can a functional medicine approach help reverse early-stage kidney disease?
• What are the key lab markers and lifestyle changes practitioners need to know?
• How do diet, gut health, and advanced labs tie into kidney preservation?

37 billion dollars: That’s what we’re spending on dialysis in the U.S.—and most of it is preventable. Dr. Isreb breaks down how CKD can be reversed or slowed if caught early using a functional and integrative approach.

Key Insight:
"By the time we diagnose kidney disease, 50% of kidney function is already lost." – Dr. M Isreb
Top Takeaways:
Creatinine isn’t enough—why cystatin C and urine albumin matter
The 5 buckets of CKD: from metabolic to autoimmune to stone-forming
Why dietary phosphorus and acid load accelerate kidney damage
How to individualize protein intake by CKD stage and diet type
Bonus Insight:
Patients with polycystic kidney disease may slow disease progression with a ketogenic diet and hydration—backed by emerging research.

"We're in a kidney disease epidemic, but nobody’s talking about it."
"CKD isn’t one disease—it’s a spectrum of imbalances that need root-cause thinking."
"Your protein source and acid load may be silently stressing your kidneys."

Educational Purpose Only – This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship – Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement Use Disclaimer – Any supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult your provider.
Professional Responsibility – Practitioners should use their professional judgment before applying strategies discussed.
Liability Disclaimer – The host, guest, and affiliated organizations assume no liability for the use or misuse of the information shared.

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Dr. M Isreb
Instagram: @integrativekidney
Website: www.inkidney.com
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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Dawn Beaulieu, Professor of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Board Certified Gastroenterologist; Certified in Functional Medicine

Dr. Dawn Beaulieu, a trailblazing gastroenterologist and functional medicine educator, joins Dr. Elyaman to explore the nuanced diagnosis and integrative management of ulcerative colitis (UC). From spotting red flags early to balancing traditional and functional modalities, this conversation is a masterclass in gut health transformation.
You’ll hear firsthand how Dr. Beaulieu founded the first insurance-based IBD-focused functional medicine clinic at Vanderbilt and how she brings healing through both medication and root-cause lifestyle shifts.

How do we truly differentiate UC from IBS?
What is the role of diet in reversing gut inflammation?
When is medication absolutely necessary in IBD management?
What labs and imaging are essential in a UC workup?
How do the 5Rs apply to real-world IBD care?
Why You Can’t Miss This Episode
Over 70,000 Americans are newly diagnosed with IBD each year. Yet many remain untreated or misdiagnosed.
This episode empowers practitioners and patients alike to catch UC early, personalize care, and integrate lifestyle and conventional tools effectively.

Key Insight
“Diet alone can decrease colon inflammation—sometimes more than medication can.”
 Top Takeaways
The three factors that trigger IBD: genes, infection, and environment
How to use Fecal Calprotectin to triage gut symptoms
Why NSAIDs and oral iron can worsen inflammation
The power of 5R gut healing, even in severe cases
Why fiber reintroduction must be gradual and personalized

Shareable Quotes
“Functional medicine isn’t a replacement—it’s the companion to conventional care.”
“The brain talks to the gut, and the gut listens—every single time.”

Educational Purpose Only – This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship – Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement Use Disclaimer – Any supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult your provider.
Professional Responsibility – Practitioners should use their professional judgment before applying strategies discussed.
Liability Disclaimer – The host, guest, and affiliated organizations assume no liability for the use or misuse of the information shared.

FMP Essentials is the #1 Resource for Functional Medicine Practitioners
https://www.fmpessentials.com

For serious practitioners ready to go further, the FMP Essentials Mastermind offers advanced mentorship, exclusive resources, and a trusted peer network.
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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman – Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD – Nutritionist, Author, and Expert in Functional Nutrition & Phytochemicals

In this FMP Essentials Express episode, Dr. Yousef Elyaman speaks with functional nutrition expert and researcher Dr. Deanna Minich about the clinical power of phytochemicals, food color diversity, and eating in alignment with circadian and seasonal rhythms.
Dr. Minich introduces her “4 Principles of Eating”—Color, Creativity, Diversity, and Rhythm—as a flexible, evidence-informed framework for improving brain function, gut health, immunity, and emotional resilience. Whether you're supporting patients or your own wellness, this conversation bridges nutritional science with practical, whole-person strategies.
You’ll also hear a preview of her updated book, The Rainbow Diet, and how ancestral patterns may influence mitochondrial and hormonal health in your patients.

• What are the clinical benefits of eating a rainbow of colorful foods?
• How do phytochemicals support brain, gut, and immune function?
• What’s the science behind circadian and seasonal eating rhythms?
• Should patients eat vegetables raw or cooked—and when does it matter?
• How can practitioners personalize nutrition with ancestral food patterns?

• 88% of Americans consume too few blue/purple foods—key for cognitive health
• Misaligned eating schedules can disrupt circadian signaling and recovery
• Mitochondrial function may improve when ancestral eating patterns are restored

Key Insight:
“Food is as much psychological as it is physiological.” – Dr. Deanna Minich
Top Takeaways:
Different food colors target specific body systems (e.g., red for immunity, yellow for digestion)
Cooking can enhance bioavailability of key nutrients like beta-carotene
Rhythmic, seasonal eating supports hormonal balance and inflammation modulation
Blue-purple phytonutrients (anthocyanins) are essential for mood and memory
Food creativity may reflect neuroplasticity and emotional health
Bonus Insight:
Patients may experience improved energy and mood when aligning diet with maternal ancestry and local seasonal foods.

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Practitioners should use their clinical judgment before applying any strategies discussed.
Supplement use mentioned is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.
The host and guest disclaim liability for use or misuse of information presented.

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Guest: Dr. Deanna Minich
Website: www.deannaminich.com
Instagram: @deannaminich
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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Cheng Ruan, MD, Internist, Health Technologist, AI Developer, and Founder of Synaptic and the Physician Transformation Institute

In this episode of FMP Essentials, Dr. Cheng Ruan joins Dr. Elyaman to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping functional medicine. From smart scribing and team training to dynamic SOPs and practice optimization, AI is becoming a practical tool for clinicians who want to work smarter, not harder.

• What is the difference between transformational and transactional data?
• How does AI simplify complex clinical decisions?
• Which tools are HIPAA-compliant for research and documentation?
• What is a digital twin and how does it help patients and practices?
• Can AI help reduce burnout and improve outcomes?

Functional medicine often feels overwhelming. Learn how AI can simplify your workflow, improve documentation, and support better patient care without replacing the human touch.

• How AI reduces screen time and improves focus
• Tools like Heidi, DeepScribe, and Ambience.AI for documentation
• Why Gemini and Copilot are HIPAA-compliant research tools
• Ways to automate SOPs and onboarding
• What a digital twin is and how it builds legacy

AI helped reveal how the trigeminal nerve influences fibromyalgia and mitochondrial dysfunction. This led to a major shift in clinical protocols.

"Stop touching the keyboard and look your patients in the eye."
"AI doesn’t anchor to bias. It starts with the data."
"Complexity is the enemy of execution. AI brings clarity."

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Practitioners should use their professional judgment when applying strategies discussed.
The host, guest, and organizations are not liable for misuse of the content.

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For serious practitioners ready to go further, the FMP Essentials Mastermind offers advanced mentorship, exclusive resources, and a trusted peer network.
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Dr. Cheng Ruan
Instagram: @cheng_ruan_md
LinkedIn: Cheng Ruan, MD
Website: www.physiciantransformationinstitute.com

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Instagram: @drelyaman
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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD, Medical Director at the UltraWellness Center, IFM Certified Practitioner, Breast Cancer Survivor, Author

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Elizabeth Boham shares her journey from a healthy 30-year-old medical resident to a breast cancer survivor and leading voice in functional medicine. Dr. Boham discusses her diagnosis with triple-negative breast cancer, the functional medicine approach to root cause resolution, and the evolving landscape of breast cancer prevention and treatment.
You’ll gain transformational insights into how lifestyle, toxic exposures, mindset, and clinical strategies can shift outcomes for patients. Dr. Boham blends her lived experience with decades of clinical wisdom.

What root causes contribute to breast cancer, even in healthy individuals?
How can functional medicine reduce cancer risk or recurrence?
What are Dr. Boham’s go-to clinical tests and supplements?
Why is mindset critical in the healing journey?
What is the role of toxins, inflammation, and insulin resistance in cancer?
Why You Can’t Miss This Episode
Breast cancer among younger women is rising sharply. Learn how early-life toxin exposures and stress affect long-term risk. This episode provides a complete framework for prevention and functional care that goes far beyond standard protocols.

Key Insight: "When you're creating a terrain where cancer is less likely to grow, you're also decreasing your risk of heart disease, dementia, and other chronic illnesses." – Dr. Elizabeth Boham
 Top Takeaways:
• Functional medicine is crucial for both prevention and post-treatment cancer support.
• Toxin exposure (especially endocrine disruptors like BPA, DDT, phthalates) plays a major role in early-onset breast cancer.
• Mindset and gratitude practices can significantly impact healing outcomes.
• Key clinical markers to assess: insulin resistance (fasting insulin, waist-to-hip ratio), inflammation (CRP, oxidative stress), estrogen metabolism (urine testing), and microbiome health (beta-glucuronidase).
• Diet, stress management, detoxification, and gut health are foundational therapeutic levers.
 Bonus Insight:
Using sulforaphane-rich supplements and supporting methylation with nutrients like vitamin D, iodine, and melatonin are powerful adjuncts for terrain-based cancer care.

“Functional medicine gives us a map to bring it all together—wellness, prevention, and medical training.”
“I was angry and scared, but journaling and gratitude changed how I see life.”
“You can have two people with the same cancer—one thrives because of their mindset.”

Educational Purpose Only – This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship – Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement Use Disclaimer – Any supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult your provider.
Professional Responsibility – Practitioners should use their professional judgment before applying strategies discussed.
Liability Disclaimer – The host, guest, and affiliated organizations assume no liability for the use or misuse of the information shared.

FMP Essentials is the #1 Resource for Functional Medicine Practitioners
https://www.fmpessentials.com

For serious practitioners ready to go further, the FMP Essentials Mastermind offers advanced mentorship, exclusive resources, and a trusted peer network.
Apply or learn more at:
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Dr. Elizabeth Boham
Website: www.drboham.com
Instagram: @elizabethbohammd
Book: Breast Wellness: Tools to Prevent and Heal from Breast Cancer (Available on Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DSG6RQ2W/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cRvco9z6lRdl4yE1_wTS0Q.kh1lE5dstTRXoJ3ukn8rHH0BhRMbaxvBh_xkhJtlRNk&qid=1751984233&sr=8-3

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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. John Carrozzella, MD, MS, FAARM, Expert in Hormonal Health, Sexual Medicine, and Age Management

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative intersection of hormone replacement therapy, sexual medicine, and integrative age management with nationally recognized expert, Dr. John Carrozzella. Drawing from decades of clinical experience—from orthopedic surgery to advanced endocrinology—Dr. Carrozzella offers invaluable insights into treating hormonal deficiencies, autoimmune issues, and sexual dysfunction with precision and compassion.
Whether you're a practitioner seeking to broaden your functional medicine toolkit, or a patient looking to better understand cutting-edge wellness strategies, this conversation is packed with science-backed guidance and clinical pearls.

• How can hormone therapy be safely and effectively used in functional medicine?
• What are the real causes of sexual dysfunction—and how do we treat them?
• How does Dr. Carrozzella personalize treatment for hormonal imbalance?
• What role do aesthetics and regenerative procedures play in wellness?
• What pitfalls should clinicians avoid when addressing aging-related complaints?

Over 43% of women and 31% of men experience some form of sexual dysfunction—yet most go untreated.
This episode breaks down why the conventional system falls short and how integrative medicine can close the gap.

Key Insight:
"When you understand the biochemistry of aging, you stop treating symptoms and start restoring health." – Dr. John Carrozzella
Top Takeaways:
• Hormonal imbalances are often misdiagnosed or overlooked in mainstream medicine.
• Functional lab testing is essential for customizing HRT and endocrine support.
• Platelet-rich plasma and procedures like the O-shot and P-shot offer regenerative potential for sexual health.
• Practitioners need deep education—not just certifications—to practice safely in this space.
• Age management is about optimizing vitality, not just prolonging life.
Bonus Insight:
Dr. Carrozzella explains how he transitioned from orthopedic surgery to functional and sexual medicine—and what that means for longevity-focused clinicians today.

“We’re not just replacing hormones—we’re restoring identity.”
“Sexual health is a vital sign of wellness, not a luxury.”
“Medicine shouldn’t wait until a disease has declared itself.”

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Practitioners should use their professional judgment when applying strategies discussed.
The host, guest, and organizations are not liable for misuse of the content.

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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Physician
Guest: Dr. Tom Sult, MD, IFM Educator, Functional & Integrative Medicine Expert, Author of Just Be Well

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with Dr. Tom Sult to explore the functional medicine approach to Lyme disease and complex tick-borne illness. You'll hear how conventional care often misses the mark for chronic symptoms, and how functional medicine tools—from advanced testing to lifestyle strategies—can help patients finally recover.

Dr. Sult also shares his clinical framework for “post-acute sequelae of Lyme,” and how he optimizes each patient’s terrain for healing, using diet, detox support, and botanicals. Whether you're a clinician or a patient, you'll gain actionable insights from this fascinating conversation.

• Why do many Lyme cases go undiagnosed or undertreated?
• What are the limitations of conventional Lyme testing?
• How does functional medicine personalize care for chronic Lyme and post-treatment symptoms?
• What are the most effective lifestyle, dietary, and detoxification strategies for recovery?
• How can herbal antimicrobials play a role in functional protocols?

The CDC estimates Lyme disease is underreported by 13X—meaning thousands of patients are suffering unknowingly or without adequate care. This episode will teach you how to think differently about Lyme and tick-borne illness through the lens of functional medicine.

Key Insight:
"It’s not just about killing the bug—it’s about optimizing the patient’s terrain so they can truly heal." — Dr. Tom Sult
Top Takeaways:
• Lyme disease is present in every U.S. state—and often overlooked.
• The “bullseye rash” is absent in up to 50% of cases.
• Advanced testing (e.g. Vibrant Tickborne Panel) can detect more species and co-infections.
• A plant-forward ketogenic diet helps “starve” pathogens and support detox pathways.
• Herbal protocols—including stevia, cryptolepis, and biocidin—can aid recovery in post-treatment Lyme.
Bonus Insight
Chronic stress, toxin overload, and gut health are key terrain factors that influence why some patients develop long-term symptoms—and why personalized support is essential.

“You can’t treat Lyme with a one-size-fits-all protocol—each patient’s terrain tells the story.”
“Just because a Lyme test is negative doesn’t mean Lyme isn’t driving the illness.”
“Functional medicine asks the deeper question: Why didn’t this patient recover?”

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Practitioners should use their professional judgment when applying strategies discussed.
The host, guest, and organizations are not liable for misuse of the content.

FMP Essentials is the #1 Resource for Functional Medicine Practitioners
https://www.fmpessentials.com

For serious practitioners ready to go further, the FMP Essentials Mastermind offers advanced mentorship, exclusive resources, and a trusted peer network.
Apply or learn more at:
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Website: www.bewell.info
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Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Rajka Milanovic Galbraith, MD, IFMCP, Longevity & Autoimmunity Expert, Founder of Simply Health Institute

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Yousef Elyaman is joined by Dr. Rajka Milanovic Galbraith to explore how functional medicine offers a deeper, more personalized approach to rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmunity. Through the lens of both clinical experience and personal story, Dr. Rajka shares how practitioners can move beyond symptom suppression and into true root-cause discovery.
You’ll hear real-life case examples, advanced lab strategies, and a fresh perspective on how lifestyle and environmental inputs can shape autoimmune conditions. This episode is designed to empower practitioners and patients alike.

• What makes autoimmune disease so complex—and how can we break it down?
• Which conventional and advanced labs are most useful for RA?
• How do functional medicine practitioners personalize autoimmune care?
• What role does gut health, trauma, and nutrition play in chronic inflammation?
• Why is identifying nutrient deficiencies crucial to immune regulation?

Over 1 in 5 Americans now live with an autoimmune disease. Understanding the underlying drivers—nutrient status, microbiome health, immune triggers—can radically improve outcomes when addressed properly. This episode helps bridge that gap. 

Key Insight:
"Diagnosing autoimmune conditions is just the beginning—it's what we do next that truly transforms patient care."
Top Takeaways:
• Lab work for RA should include thyroid antibodies, vitamin D, omega-3 index, zinc-copper ratio, and homocysteine.
• Food plans that eliminate gluten, dairy, sugar, and soy can reduce inflammatory burden for many patients.
• Gut healing is critical: stool testing and butyrate levels can point to microbiome imbalances.
• Psychological trauma and oxidative stress may contribute to immune dysregulation and should not be overlooked.
• Functional medicine practitioners must combine diagnostics with a personalized healing strategy to be effective.
Bonus Insight:
A high free copper index can mimic or worsen mental health issues such as anxiety and OCD—correcting it with zinc can often lead to rapid symptom relief.

“You can’t just treat the diagnosis—you have to treat the individual behind it.”
“Lab testing is not just about diagnosis, it’s about finding the terrain that allowed disease to develop.”
“When we reduce the triggers, the body often knows exactly how to heal.”

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Supplement recommendations are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Practitioners should use their professional judgment when applying strategies discussed.
The host, guest, and organizations are not liable for misuse of the content.

FMP Essentials is the #1 Resource for Functional Medicine Practitioners
https://www.fmpessentials.com

For serious practitioners ready to go further, the FMP Essentials Mastermind offers advanced mentorship, exclusive resources, and a trusted peer network.
Apply or learn more at:
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