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Every day, your body is exposed to things it has to process, from the food you eat and water you drink to fragrances, cleaning products, plastics, cosmetics, medications, and environmental pollutants. The goal isn't to live in fear of toxins. It's to understand what you can control and how to reduce the burden on your body.

In this episode, we break down how your body's liver detox systems work, why your liver, kidneys, gut, skin, and lymphatic system all play a role, and what can happen when your body has more to process than it can efficiently eliminate. We also discuss why detoxing harder or faster isn't necessarily better.

Symptoms like bloating, skin changes, hair loss, swelling, hormone imbalances, weight gain, poor bowel function, or increased sensitivity to smells and chemicals can all be clues worth exploring. We also discuss fatty liver symptoms, the relationship between blood sugar and liver health, and why addressing diet may be an important first step before reaching for another detox product.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How your body's liver detox systems help process and eliminate what your body no longer needs
• What fatty liver symptom and abnormal liver markers may tell us about blood sugar, diet, and metabolic health
• The potential symptoms of detoxing too fast and why feeling worse isn't always a sign that you should push harder
• How functional medicine St. George, Utah can take a broader look at gut health, liver function, environmental exposures, symptoms, and appropriate testing

One of the biggest takeaways is that detoxification needs to happen in the right order. If your bowels aren't moving regularly or your gut isn't healthy enough to eliminate what you're mobilizing, pushing detoxification may create more problems. Understanding the symptoms of detoxing too fast can help you recognize when it may be time to slow down rather than add more supplements.

We also talk about simple ways to reduce your exposure before worrying about complicated protocols. Cleaning up your food, filtering your water, reconsidering plastics, fragrances, cleaning products, and personal care products, and adding more whole foods and vegetables can all help reduce the load your liver detox systems have to handle.

And when testing points toward liver concerns, understanding fatty liver symptom and the patterns behind them matters. Justin explains how irregular blood sugar and elevated triglycerides can contribute to fatty liver and why addressing the underlying dietary pattern may help improve liver health.

At Elemental Natural Medicine, our approach to functional medicine St. George, Utah is about looking at the bigger picture. Instead of assuming everyone needs the same detox, we consider symptoms, gut health, blood work, exposures, and whether the body is actually ready for additional detox support.

Detox shouldn't be about fear, and it shouldn't be a race. Michele and Justin also discuss heavy metals and why some forms of detoxification require greater caution and proper support. Knowing the symptoms of detoxing too fast is part of understanding when your body may need a different approach.

If you're concerned about fatty liver symptom, chemical sensitivities, digestive issues, or how your body is handling everyday exposures, functional medicine St. George, Utah may help you look beyond individual symptoms and understand the patterns underneath them.

Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? You've been told your labs are fine, but you know something's wrong. There IS an answer.

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You may think of stress as something happening in your mind. But when stress goes on for too long, your body feels it too.

If you're dealing with trouble sleeping, waking up exhausted, stubborn weight, digestive changes, cravings, or hormone symptoms, chronic stress may be playing a much bigger role than you realize.

In this episode, we explore the connection between stress and autoimmune conditions and what happens when the body's normal stress response doesn't get a chance to shut off. We break down cortisol, the nervous system, blood sugar, thyroid signaling, digestion, and why seemingly unrelated symptoms can actually be connected.

We also discuss high cortisol level symptoms and why chronic stress can look different from person to person. For some, it's feeling wired and unable to relax. For others, it's trouble sleeping, waking in the middle of the night, feeling exhausted after a full night's sleep, or struggling to lose weight.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How stress and autoimmune conditions may be connected and why prolonged stress can become an important autoimmune trigger
• Why high cortisol level symptoms can show up through sleep, cravings, weight resistance, digestion, and changes in how your body feels
• What may be happening when you're having trouble sleeping, especially when you wake up suddenly in the middle of the night
• How chronic stress can interfere with thyroid signaling and why working with a thyroid specialist St. George Utah may help uncover patterns that basic thyroid testing can miss

One of the most important connections we discuss is the relationship between stress and thyroid function. Chronic stress can affect signaling from the pituitary gland, which can influence thyroid and sex hormone production. That's one reason a thyroid specialist St. George Utah may look beyond a couple of standard thyroid markers and consider the larger pattern happening in the body.

And reducing stress doesn't necessarily mean eliminating every stressful thing from your life. Michele shares practical ways to help your body recover even when your circumstances can't immediately change. Breathing, gentle movement, time in nature, social connection, gratitude, and simply becoming more present can all become cues that tell your body it's safe to move out of fight or flight.

If you're noticing high cortisol level symptoms, ongoing trouble sleeping, or changes in your health during a prolonged period of stress, it may be worth looking deeper. Understanding the relationship between stress and autoimmune symptoms can help you stop treating every symptom as an isolated problem and begin looking for the patterns underneath them.

At Elemental Natural Medicine, we take a root-cause approach to understanding those patterns. If you're searching for a thyroid specialist St. George Utah, or you want to understand how stress, hormones, sleep, blood sugar, and inflammation may be interacting, we're here to help you dig deeper.

Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? You've been told your labs are fine, but you know something's wrong. There IS an answer.

CONNECT WITH US:

Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

📞 (435) 246-7642

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Have you reached the point where it feels like everything you eat causes a reaction? Maybe you're dealing with bloating after eating, brain fog, fatigue, skin issues, headaches, or joint pain. You've eliminated more and more foods, tried different diets, and maybe you're down to just a handful of foods that feel "safe."

But what if the food isn't the whole problem?

In this episode, we explore why increasing food reactions can be a sign that something deeper is happening. We break down the gut health and autoimmune disease connection, including what can happen when the intestinal barrier becomes compromised and your immune system begins reacting to foods you've eaten for years.

We also look at why infections, stress, hormones, medications, inflammatory foods, and environmental exposures may contribute to ongoing digestive problems. Sometimes mold in gut symptoms can be part of a bigger picture that hasn't been identified yet, especially when you've tried everything to improve your gut health and still aren't getting better.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why bloating after eating and unpredictable food reactions can be clues that your gut barrier needs attention
• The gut health and autoimmune disease connection and how intestinal permeability can affect your immune system
• Why mold in gut symptoms may be worth investigating when digestive problems don't resolve
• How a X approach can use targeted testing to investigate leaky gut, SIBO, infections, and other potential triggers

One of the biggest patterns we see is someone eliminating more and more foods because they're afraid of how they'll feel afterward. Bloating after eating leads to another food being removed. A headache, rash, or joint pain leads to another. Before long, eating itself becomes stressful.

Our goal isn't to leave you afraid of food. It's to understand why you're reacting in the first place.

Understanding the gut health and autoimmune disease connection helps us look beyond individual food reactions. If you've restricted your diet, addressed obvious triggers, and still aren't improving, we may need to dig deeper. That can include investigating hidden infections and environmental exposures. Mold in gut symptoms can sometimes overlap with issues like bloating, gas, headaches, fatigue, rashes, and other seemingly unrelated symptoms.

With a functional medicine approach, we can investigate the bigger picture rather than simply asking you to eliminate more foods. The goal is to identify what's driving the loss of tolerance, address the underlying problem, and give your body an opportunity to heal.

The good news is that food restriction doesn't necessarily have to be permanent. Once we identify and address what's contributing to the problem, we can carefully reintroduce foods and work toward greater variety in your diet.

If you're struggling with ongoing food reactions, a functional medicine approach can help you investigate why. Rather than simply managing symptoms, we want to understand what's happening beneath the surface so you can move toward a healthier, less stressful relationship with food.

Food is meant to nourish you and be enjoyed. There may be an explanation for why your body is reacting the way it is, and understanding that root cause can give you a clearer path forward.

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Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

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What if your fatigue, weight gain, digestive problems, joint pain, or brain fog aren't separate issues at all?

In this episode, we take a closer look at what autoimmunity actually is, why symptoms can develop long before you receive a diagnosis, and why taking medication doesn't always mean you'll feel better. If you're still struggling with brain fog and fatigue even though you've been told your labs look normal, there may be more to investigate.

We also talk about Hashimoto's, one of the most common autoimmune conditions we see, and why looking beyond thyroid hormone levels matters. For those searching for Hashimoto's natural treatment St. George, understanding potential autoimmune triggers can be an important part of seeing the bigger picture.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why brain fog and fatigue, weight gain, constipation, hair changes, and feeling cold can be clues that something deeper is happening
• Why functional lab testing can provide a more complete picture than looking at only one or two thyroid markers
• The connection between autoimmune disease and gut health, including food sensitivities and intestinal permeability
• Why Hashimoto's natural treatment may involve looking beyond symptom management to understand what is provoking the immune system

One of the most important messages we want you to take from this episode is that genetics aren't the whole story. Lifestyle and environmental factors can also influence your health. That's why we look at autoimmune disease and gut health, stress, sleep, nutrition, hormone changes, and other potential triggers as pieces of a much larger puzzle.

When someone comes to us with brain fog and fatigue, digestive problems, chronic pain, hormone changes, or multiple seemingly unrelated symptoms, we don't want to look at each symptom in isolation. Functional lab testing can help us investigate the bigger picture and identify areas that may deserve a closer look.

If you've been searching for Hashimoto's natural treatment St. George, this root-cause perspective can help you understand why identifying your individual triggers matters. There isn't one universal autoimmune trigger or one approach that works for everyone. The goal is to understand what's happening in your body and identify the factors you may be able to change.

Throughout this autoimmune series, we'll dig deeper into those factors, including autoimmune disease and gut health, food sensitivities, infections, environmental exposures, stress, sleep, blood sugar, and hormones. We'll also discuss how functional lab testing can help guide a more personalized approach instead of simply guessing at what might be wrong.

You don't have to assume that feeling this way is simply your new normal. There may be more to your symptoms than you've been told, and understanding your triggers can give you a clearer place to start.

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Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

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Download the free guide - Five Signs of Hope to Stop Autoimmune Disease from Overtaking Your Life

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Have you reached the point where eating feels stressful?

Maybe you've tried elimination diets, probiotics, supplements, or restrictive eating plans, yet you're still dealing with bloating, gas, reflux, and digestive discomfort. If every meal feels like a gamble, this episode is for you. Whether you're experiencing SIBO symptoms or struggling with unexplained food sensitivities, understanding the root cause can change everything.

In this episode, we explore why persistent digestive symptoms may be pointing to something deeper than IBS. We discuss how hidden infections like SIBO, impaired digestion, and underlying root causes can leave you reacting to more and more foods, even healthy ones. We also explain why functional lab testing is one of the most valuable tools for uncovering what's really driving SIBO symptoms and ongoing food sensitivities, instead of relying on guesswork.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The most common SIBO symptoms and why they're often mistaken for IBS
• How hidden infections can contribute to food sensitivities and digestive distress
• Why restrictive diets may provide temporary relief without addressing the underlying problem
• How functional lab testing helps uncover root causes instead of simply managing symptoms
• Why personalized care and functional lab testing can create a roadmap toward lasting healing
• How improving gut health may also support inflammation and natural chronic pain relief St. George Utah

If you've been told everything looks normal but you still don't feel well, we want you to know there is hope. By identifying the root cause of SIBO symptoms and recurring food sensitivities, we can help you move beyond temporary fixes and toward lasting healing.

At Elemental Natural Medicine, we use functional lab testing to uncover the "why" behind your symptoms so you can regain confidence in eating and living well. Our root-cause approach supports digestive health, overall wellness, and natural chronic pain relief St. George Utah for those looking for answers beyond symptom management.

CONNECT WITH US:

Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

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Have you ever wondered why you wake up exhausted, hit an afternoon energy crash, struggle with weight loss resistance, or feel like your hormones are working against you?

In this episode, we explain why blood sugar may be one of the biggest missing pieces behind fatigue, hormone imbalance, poor sleep, mood changes, and stubborn health symptoms. We explore how stress and blood sugar affect everything from cortisol and thyroid function to PCOS, menopause, and daily energy levels.

If you've ever been told your labs are "normal" but you still don't feel like yourself, this conversation offers a practical, root-cause perspective on why your symptoms may be happening and where to start.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why blood sugar balance influences hormones, sleep, mood, and weight loss resistance
• How stress and blood sugar work together to impact cortisol, energy, and metabolism
• The connection between blood sugar and PCOS symptoms women 35 and older
• Simple nutrition strategies that can help stabilize energy throughout the day
• How a functional medicine St. George Utah approach looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes

If you're sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, this episode will help you understand why your body may be sending these signals and what practical steps you can take to support lasting health.

CONNECT WITH US:

Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

📞 (435) 246-7642

🌐 Visit our website to learn more about how we can help you uncover your root cause and heal naturally.

👉 Stay connected with Elemental Natural Medicine:

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more education, tips, and behind-the-scenes content.

👉 Connect with K. Michele Schroeder:

Explore her work on her website and follow her on Facebook for additional insights on autoimmune health, mindset, and sustainable healing.

Download the free guide - Five Signs of Hope to Stop Autoimmune Disease from Overtaking Your Life

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Have you ever been told your labs are normal but still felt like something wasn't right?

In this episode of Symptoms to Solutions, we explore the difference between managing symptoms and pursuing root cause healing. We discuss why so many people continue struggling with fatigue, digestive issues, weight gain, inflammation, and autoimmune symptoms despite trying medications, supplements, diets, and other health approaches. We also explain how a functional medicine doctor investigates the underlying factors contributing to symptoms and why understanding chronic illness causes is essential for long-term health.

You’ll learn:

• Why normal labs don't always mean you're healthy
• The difference between symptom management and root cause healing
• How a functional medicine doctor approaches chronic health concerns
• Common underlying factors contributing to autoimmune symptoms and other chronic conditions
• Why lifestyle changes and the right order of healing matter when addressing chronic illness causes and managing symptoms

If you're tired of searching for answers and want to better understand what's really driving your symptoms, this episode is a great place to start.

CONNECT WITH US:

Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

📞 (435) 246-7642

🌐 Visit our website to learn more about how we can help you uncover your root cause and heal naturally.

👉 Stay connected with Elemental Natural Medicine:

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more education, tips, and behind-the-scenes content.

👉 Connect with K. Michele Schroeder:

Explore her work on her website and follow her on Facebook for additional insights on autoimmune health, mindset, and sustainable healing.

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Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right but still can't find answers for your symptoms?

Welcome to Symptoms to Solutions, a podcast created for people who are tired of feeling sick and tired.

Hosted by Dr. Justin Lane, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and functional medicine practitioner, and K. Michele Schroeder, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Certified Autoimmune Disease Specialist, this podcast helps you better understand your body and uncover the deeper factors contributing to chronic illness, autoimmune symptoms, and hormone imbalances.

Through the lens of functional medicine, we'll explore the underlying patterns that drive symptoms and share practical strategies that support root cause healing. Our goal is to help you move from confusion and frustration to clarity, confidence, and hope.

If you've been told your labs are normal but you still don't feel well, you're in the right place.

Follow the podcast wherever you listen, or subscribe on Youtube, and watch for new episodes on Mondays.

CONNECT WITH US:

Book your free initial consultation with Elemental Natural Medicine:

📞 (435) 246-7642

🌐 Visit our website to learn more about how we can help you uncover your root cause and heal naturally.

👉 Stay connected with Elemental Natural Medicine:

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more education, tips, and behind-the-scenes content.

👉 Connect with K. Michele Schroeder:

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Discover how your thoughts and beliefs can have a powerful influence on helping to heal your body.

Topics covered in this Part 2 include

* How to rewire your brain for healing with love

* What it means to be at cause

* How to get Un-Stuck from your negative mindset

* Engage in acts of kindness

For more information contact: Dr Justin Lane - ‭(435) 246-7642‬ - info @ElementalNaturalMedicine www.elementalnaturalmedicine.com

Michele Schroeder - 435) 268-5352‬ michele @KMicheleSchroeder www.kmicheleschroeder.com 

Part 1:

Discover how your thoughts and beliefs can have a powerful influence on helping to heal your body.

Topics covered include

* Neuroplasticity - your brains ability to rewire itself and form new pathways

* How the mind sends hormones and neurotransmiters that can change the chemistry of your body

* How Hope, Love, Grattitude and purpose create a healing environment

For more information contact: Dr Justin Lane - ‭(435) 246-7642‬ - info @ElementalNaturalMedicine  www.elementalnaturalmedicine.com Michele Schroeder - 435) 268-5352‬ michele @KMicheleSchroeder  www.kmicheleschroeder.com