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What if your gut health depends less on finding one perfect probiotic and more on restoring an entire ecosystem? In this episode of Take Back Your Health®, Dr. Amy Myers is joined by Dr. Piper Dobner, a naturopathic doctor specializing in microbiome therapeutics, to explore the gut microbiome, helminthic therapy, and fecal microbiota transplantation.
Dr. Piper explains why the microbiome is a community of organisms working together, how helminthic therapy is discussed in relation to immune balance, and why careful dosing and monitoring matter. She also breaks down FMT delivery methods, donor screening, and the questions that still need better research.
What You’ll Learn
About Dr. Piper Dobner
Dr. Piper Dobner, NMD, MS, is a naturopathic doctor specializing in microbiome therapeutics. Her official biography states that she has worked in the fecal transplant space for a decade and has treated patients with recurrent and resistant C. diff infection. She is the founder and physician at Biome Basics and Head of Science & Education at SFI Health.
Resources
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Timestamps
00:00 Welcome and Dr. Piper’s introduction
00:31 Dr. Piper’s path into fecal transplant work
05:01 The microbiome as an ecosystem
07:43 The Yellowstone analogy and keystone species
11:37 Dr. Amy’s experience with helminthic therapy
13:25 What helminthic therapy involves
15:44 How human hookworm therapy works in the body
19:32 Safety, side effects, and overgrowth concerns
22:36 Why Dr. Piper recommends a low-and-slow approach
27:39 Parasites, autoimmunity, and context
32:49 A helminthic-therapy success story
38:35 What fecal microbiota transplantation is
40:13 FMT delivery methods and why route matters
45:56 Donor screening and infant microbiome research
48:27 Vaginal seeding, meconium, and early-life microbial exposure
52:03 How frozen oral FMT capsules are administered
55:44 Defining a healthy donor and screening for safety
01:01:36 Dr. Piper’s three ways to take back your health
01:03:20 Where to find Dr. Piper
01:04:18 Closing conversation
What if a sauna’s benefits are about more than temperature? In this episode of Take Back Your Health®, Dr. Amy Myers reconnects with Connie Zack, co-owner of Sunlighten and Sunlighten Day Spa, to explore infrared light, sauna science, wavelengths, heat shock proteins, and personalized wellness routines.
Connie shares the story behind Sunlighten and explains how steam, traditional, and infrared saunas differ. She breaks down far-, mid-, and near-infrared light, discusses red light, and explains why wavelength, separate delivery, independent testing, and proximity matter when comparing light-therapy products.
What You’ll Learn
About Connie Zack
Connie Zack is the co-owner of Sunlighten and Sunlighten Day Spa. Sunlighten’s official story explains how Connie and Aaron Zack were inspired by Connie’s brother’s health transformation and committed themselves to making infrared light more accessible.
Resources
Connect with Dr. Amy Myers
Connect with Connie Zack
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Episode Timestamps
00:00 Welcome and Connie Zack’s connection with Dr. Amy
01:09 Connie’s brother’s health journey and the beginnings of Sunlighten
03:41 Infrared, traditional, and steam saunas: what is the difference?05:39 How infrared energy works differently from traditional heat
08:32 The multidimensional benefits of infrared sauna technology
09:41 Near-, mid-, and far-infrared: how each wavelength works
14:05 Infrared wavelengths, precision, and the science behind them
16:27 Near-infrared light and why wavelength matters
18:46 Red light, cellular signaling, and mitochondrial function
20:14 Research on infrared, inflammation, mood, cardiovascular health, and metabolic health
22:10 Heat shock proteins, hormesis, and building resilience
25:22 How to get started with an infrared sauna
27:45 Choosing between the Solo Sauna and larger sauna models
31:21 Sauna wellness programs, consistency, and session length
31:44 Should you preheat your infrared sauna?
33:13 Sweating, detoxification, and heat shock protein activation
37:09 Using the sauna when you have limited time
39:18 Showering after sauna sessions and sweat exposure
41:53 Dr. Amy’s castor oil sauna routine
45:13 Sauna success stories involving sleep, mood, and nervous-system support
48:26 Sunlighten’s upcoming Amplify Red sauna
51:38 How to evaluate red-light and near-infrared products
53:53 Three ways to take back your health
56:31 Closing conversation
What if the brain’s future is shaped by more than genetics and age? In this episode of Take Back Your Health®, Dr. Amy Myers reconnects with neurologist and author Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss the brain’s immune system, metabolism, inflammation, and the lifestyle factors that may influence cognitive health.
Dr. Perlmutter joins Dr. Amy to discuss his newest book, Brain Defenders, and the role of microglia, the brain’s immune cells. They explore immunometabolism, blood sugar, sleep, exercise, diet, perimenopausal hormone changes, APOE4, and why brain-health work may need to begin long before symptoms appear.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
About Dr. David Perlmutter
Dr. David Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist and author whose work focuses on brain health, nutrition, metabolic health, and neurodegenerative disorders. His newest book, Brain Defenders, focuses on the brain’s immune cells and their relationship to long-term brain health.
Resources and People Mentioned
Connect with Dr. Myers
Connect with Dr. David Perlmutter
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Dr. Amy Myers has used a Sunlighten sauna for 16 years to support circulation, the body’s natural detox pathways, and relaxation. Discover Sunlighten’s mPulse Intelligent Sauna with PulseIQ™ technology, along with Amplify and the portable Solo System. Visit the Dr. Amy Myers Sunlighten offer page to save up to $2,100 plus free shipping. Use code Dr. Amy Myers.
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What if the reason you cannot explain your fatigue, brain fog, digestive symptoms, or chemical sensitivity is not only in your body—but also in the building where you live? Mold-related illness can be difficult to recognize, especially when standard testing does not explain the full picture.
In this episode of Take Back Your Health®, Dr. Amy Myers speaks with Ariana Thacker, founder of MoldCo, about her experience developing chronic inflammatory response syndrome after moving into a mold-filled Miami unit. They discuss environmental testing, CIRS-related biomarkers, hidden water damage, treatment options, and ways to avoid ongoing re-exposure.
What We Cover:
About Ariana Thacker
Ariana Thacker is the founder of MoldCo. After developing chronic inflammatory response syndrome following mold exposure in her Miami home, she began studying the subject and built MoldCo to provide mold-focused environmental testing, lab testing, and provider-guided virtual care.
Resources:
Connect with Dr. Amy Myers:
Connect with Ariana Thacker and MoldCo:
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🚨 Exclusive Sunlighten Savings 🚨
Dr. Amy Myers has used a Sunlighten sauna for 16 years to support circulation, the body’s natural detox pathways, and relaxation. Discover Sunlighten’s mPulse Intelligent Sauna with PulseIQ™ technology, along with Amplify and the portable Solo System. Visit the Dr. Amy Myers Sunlighten offer page to save up to $2,100 plus free shipping. Use code Dr. Amy Myers.
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What if the symptoms you’ve been told are “just aging” are actually signs of a major hormonal transition? Perimenopause can affect sleep, mood, metabolism, brain function, and resilience long before anyone explains what is happening.
In this episode, Dr. Amy Myers sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, a functional practitioner, women’s hormone expert, author, and host of Energized with Dr. Mariza. They discuss why perimenopause can feel like a second puberty, how hormone shifts affect the brain and metabolism, and practical tools for tracking symptoms, supporting blood sugar, building muscle, and advocating for better care.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
About Dr. Mariza Snyder
Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner, women’s hormone expert, author, and host of Energized with Dr. Mariza. She focuses on perimenopause, hormones, metabolism, and midlife changes and wrote The Perimenopause Revolution.
Resources:
Connect with Dr. Amy Myers:
Connect with Dr. Mariza Snyder:
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🚨 Exclusive Sunlighten Savings 🚨
Dr. Amy Myers has used a Sunlighten sauna for 16 years to support circulation, the body’s natural detox pathways, and relaxation. Discover Sunlighten’s mPulse Intelligent Sauna with PulseIQ™ technology, along with Amplify and the portable Solo System. Visit the Dr. Amy Myers Sunlighten offer page to save up to $2,100 plus free shipping. Use code Dr. Amy Myers.
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What if your hotel room could trigger a health setback before you even unpack? For those sensitive to mold, fragrances, or environmental exposures, travel can be challenging.
After encountering toxic mold during a recent trip to Costa Rica, I was reminded why preparation matters.
In this solo episode, I share my mold-safe travel protocol, from choosing lower-risk hotels and packing strategically to handling unexpected exposure and resetting once I’m home. I also share the tools and products I personally use to support my health while traveling.
What You’ll Learn
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Resources and People Mentioned
Dr. Amy Myers Supplements Mentioned
Connect with Dr. Myers
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Timestamps
00:00 Dr. Amy’s Mold-Safe Travel Protocol
02:43 Choosing a Lower-Risk Hotel
07:20 Fragrance-Free Accommodations
11:55 Food and Medical Travel Prep
14:20 Luggage and Packing Bags
19:06 Traveling in Cotton Clothing
21:31 Better Sleep While Traveling
23:49 In-Flight Essentials
26:15 Hotel Room Inspections
30:57 Travel Snacks and Supplements
37:21 Digestive Support
39:35 Mold-Support Protocol
44:10 Cleaning After Travel
48:58 Supporting Detox at Home
51:19 Traveling With Mold Sensitivity
55:34 Inner Circle & Final Takeaways
What if everything you've been told about your "normal" thyroid labs is wrong? After years of struggling with unexplained weight gain and fatigue, I wish I had known then what I know now.
My guest today, Dr. Amie Hornaman, experienced this firsthand. A former competitive bodybuilder, she suddenly found herself gaining weight and spiraling into a deep depression. Despite strict dieting and exercise, six different doctors told her she was "normal." It wasn't until she found a practitioner who looked beyond standard testing that she discovered the truth: she had Hashimoto's and was suffering from what she now calls "thyropause."
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amie, a functional medicine practitioner and founder of the Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization. We dive deep into what thyropause actually is, why standard thyroid testing is failing women, and what every woman in midlife needs to know about the connection between sex hormones and thyroid health.
The medical establishment is finally catching up to what Dr. Amie and I have been saying for years. We cover everything from the science behind T2, the forgotten thyroid hormone, to why women are routinely dismissed by their doctors. You will learn what you can do right now to actually optimize your hormones, not just accept the symptoms of aging.
🔥 What you'll learn in this episode:
📍What thyropause is and how the hormonal fluctuations of midlife trigger thyroid dysfunction
📍Why standard TSH testing is inadequate and what labs you actually need to request
📍How T2 works at the cellular level to boost metabolism without shutting down your own thyroid production
📍The truth about hormone replacement therapy and why hormones are protective, not cancer-causing
📍 Why extreme dieting and stress are massive triggers for autoimmune conditions
📍How to advocate for yourself when your doctor tells you your symptoms are "just aging"
📍Three simple, free ways to start taking back your health today
About Dr. Amie Hornaman:
Dr. Amie Hornaman is a functional medicine practitioner, clinical nutritionist, and the founder of the Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization. She coined the term "thyropause" and is the host of The Thyroid Fixer podcast. After her own battle with severe hypothyroidism and a cancer diagnosis, she dedicated her career to helping women reclaim their health through comprehensive hormone optimization and the use of T2 therapy.
Resources and People Mentioned:
Dr. Myers YouTube video on exposure to estrogen’s metabolites: https://youtu.be/pKYmdo7T_Kw?si=u8w-SHtdJ_wdTyqQ
The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman: https://thyroidfixbook.com/
Dr. Amie's Supplement Line: https://dramiehornaman.com/collections/supplements
Access hormone testing through Dr. Myers’ Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Connect with Dr. Myers:
Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/
Dr. Myers’ Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/pages/newsletter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers
Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman:
Website: https://dramie.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dramiehornaman
The Thyroid Fixer Podcast: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/podcasts
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Thyropause
03:05 Dr. Amie's Personal Journey and Misdiagnosis
07:05 Finding the Right Diagnosis and Treatment
12:44 Transitioning to Functional Medicine
15:01 The Impact of Extreme Dieting and Stress
17:28 Why Autoimmunity is Appearing Younger
20:46 Why Women Are Dismissed by Doctors
24:38 Addressing Declining Hormones in Midlife
28:31 Dr. Amie's Cancer Diagnosis and Hormone Use
35:24 Estrogen Metabolites and Cancer Risk
38:30 The Forgotten Thyroid Hormone: T2
46:52 Metabolic Impact of T2
49:05 FDA Crackdown on Glandulars
51:14 Three Ways to Take Back Your Health
56:15 Where to Find Dr. Amie Hornaman
What if everything you've been told about detoxifying your body is backward? After years of trying every functional medicine protocol, I wish I had known then what I know now about therapeutic plasma exchange.
My journey with plasma exchange started a few months ago when I was looking for ways to address my own toxic burden. I was immediately presented with several options, including various binders, saunas, and IV therapies. Then, I discovered the profound impact of actually removing the plasma that carries these toxins.
In the last year, I have opted to explore plasma exchange, and the results have been incredible.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Paul Savage, former ER doctor, now functional medicine physician and founder of MDLifespan. We dive deep into what therapeutic plasma exchange actually is, why standard detox methods often fail for severe toxic burdens, and what everyone needs to know about chronic inflammation right now.
The medical establishment is finally catching up to what Dr. Savage has been practicing for years. We cover everything from the science behind plasma exchange and how it compares to standard treatments, to why environmental toxins are the root cause of so many chronic illnesses. You will learn what you can do right now to actually reduce your toxic load, not just manage the symptoms.
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why standard detoxification methods often fail to remove forever chemicals and plastics
What therapeutic plasma exchange is and how it mechanically dilutes the body's toxic burden
Why pacing the treatments a month apart is crucial to avoid severe Herxheimer reactions
How the increase in environmental toxins is driving chronic fatigue, autoimmune issues, and cognitive decline
Why the source of the albumin used in the exchange is a critical safety factor
The truth about chronic infections like Lyme and how reducing toxins helps the body fight them
How to effectively minimize your exposure to toxins in your daily environment
About Dr. Paul Savage:
Dr. Paul Savage is a functional medicine physician, author, and founder of MD Lifespan. He spent 10 years as an emergency room physician before his own health crisis led him to integrative medicine. He now helps patients with severe chronic illnesses truly heal by addressing their toxic burden through specialized plasma exchange protocols.
Resources and People Mentioned:
Air filter Dr. Myers uses in her home (Air Doctor): https://www.airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=1978
Water filter Dr. Myers uses in her home (Aquasana): https://get.aspr.app/SH1gxW
Vibrant America Total Toxic Burden Test (with forever chemicals add-on): https://vibrant-wellness.com
Dr. David Haase and the Maxwell Clinic: https://maxwellclinic.com/
Avoiding Toxins Book by Dr. Paul Savage: https://mdlifespan.com/plasma-exchange-guides/avoiding-toxins-guidebook/
Connect with Dr. Myers:
Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/
Dr. Myers' Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/pages/newsletter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers
Connect with Dr. Paul Savage:
Website: https://mdlifespan.com/
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Dr. Savage's ER Background
02:57 Personal Health Crisis and Discovery of Functional Medicine
07:29 The Transition to Plasma Exchange for Toxin Removal
12:12 What is Therapeutic Plasma Exchange?
15:27 The Evolution and Safety of the Procedure
20:18 The Bathtub Analogy for Toxins
22:42 The Increase in Environmental Toxins
28:02 Measuring Toxins with Vibrant America
34:34 Plasma Exchange for Lyme and Long COVID
40:00 The Importance of Sourcing Quality Albumin
46:27 Patient Selection and Safety Protocols
50:19 Avoiding Herxheimer Reactions
53:20 Cost and Accessibility of Treatment
58:19 Three Ways to Take Back Your Health
What if the GLP-1 conversation is bigger than weight loss?
In this episode, I sit down with McCall McPherson, PA-C, thyroid expert and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic. We have a candid, nuanced discussion about GLP-1 receptor agonists, the clinical questions that extend beyond the scale, and why safety, nutrition, medication sourcing, and individualized follow-up must stay at the center of the conversation.
McCall shares the clinical observations that led her team to explore low-dose approaches with some thyroid patients, including questions around inflammation and autoimmune symptoms. We also discuss what is established, what remains under study, and why an episode conversation should never replace a personal discussion with a licensed clinician.
Important clinical note: The episode includes discussion of microdosing and possible anti-inflammatory applications. These ideas may be outside FDA-approved uses and are not a plan for self-treatment. Do not start, stop, split, or change a prescription medicine without guidance from a qualified prescriber.
🔥What you will learn in this episode:
📍 What GLP-1 receptor agonists are designed to do and why product-specific labels matter
📍How McCall defines microdosing in her clinical practice and why this approach requires clinician oversight
📍Why inflammation, thyroid symptoms, nutrition, muscle health, and side effects need to be considered together
📍How to approach the thyroid cancer boxed warning with a thoughtful risk-benefit conversation
📍What the FDA-approved cardiovascular indication for Wegovy does and does not tell us about other health claims
📍Why the episode treats cancer, autoimmune disease, and brain-health topics as active areas of discussion and research rather than promises of treatment
📍Why unverified online sources and do-it-yourself dosing can create avoidable safety risks
The FDA has approved Wegovy, a semaglutide product, for chronic weight management in certain patients and for reducing the risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke in adults with established cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity, when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
The FDA also warns that unapproved versions of GLP-1 medicines do not undergo its premarket review for safety, effectiveness, and quality. Discuss your options with a licensed clinician and use a state-licensed pharmacy.
About McCall McPherson:
McCall McPherson, PA-C, is a thyroid expert, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic. As a former thyroid patient herself, she brings both clinical expertise and personal experience to thyroid, hormone, and metabolic-health conversations. She is a TEDx speaker, host of the Modern Thyroid & Wellness podcast, and author of Take Back Your Thyroid.
Resources and Mentioned:
Modern Thyroid Clinic: https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com/
McCall McPherson: https://mccallmcpherson.com/
Pre Order Your Copy of Take Back Your Thyroid: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/815338/take-back-your-thyroid-by-mccall-mcpherson-pa-c-foreword-by-dr-izabella-wentz/
Modern Thyroid & Wellness Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fg4D4MorZ4o9XETRLXaiJ
Organic Reds: https://www.amymyersmd.com/products/organic-reds-superfood-powder
Organic Greens: https://www.amymyersmd.com/products/organic-greens
Connect with Dr. Myers:
Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/
Dr. Myers' Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Newsletter: https://dramymyers.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers
Connect with McCall McPherson:
Website: https://mccallmcpherson.com/
TikTok: @mccallmcpherson
Instagram: @mccallmcphersonpa
Instagram: @modernthyroid
Youtube: @McCallMcPherson
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Timestamps:
00:00 Show intro and episode preview
01:44 Welcome and guest introduction
02:48 McCall's personal thyroid story
03:51 What GLP-1 receptor agonists do
05:21 The discussion of microdosing and inflammation
07:33 Inflammatory markers and clinical observations
10:47 Thyroid antibodies and patient monitoring
18:43 Side effects, nutrition, and dose escalation
21:13 Thyroid cancer warning and risk conversations
25:06 Dr. Myers' Inner Circle
27:54 Cardiovascular outcomes and longevity discussion
37:38 Research questions in neurodegeneration
38:43 Autoimmunity and individualized care
40:32 Dosing supervision and safety
42:01 Online sourcing, compounding, and quality concerns
50:41 Graves' disease and block-and-replace therapy discussion
55:14 Three ways to take back your health
56:26 Where to find McCall McPherson
57:38 Episode wrap-up
What if the fatigue, inflammation, and mystery symptoms you have been experiencing are not in your head, but hidden in an immune system that is simply overwhelmed? This week, we explore why standard medical testing often misses the true root cause of chronic illness. You will hear how hidden infections, toxic mold exposure, and daily stress can compound over time until your body can no longer compensate.
Founder of the Functional Nurse Academy, Melissa Schreibfeder, joins me to share her personal journey from debilitating postpartum fatigue to complete recovery. From the limitations of conventional thyroid care to the hidden burden of Lyme disease and toxic mold, Melissa reveals the unconventional interventions that finally worked. If you have ever been told your labs are normal while you still feel exhausted, this conversation will help you take back your health with clarity and hope.
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why a standard lab result does not automatically mean your body is functioning optimally
The "cup overflowing" concept and how Lyme, toxic mold, and stress compound to trigger chronic illness
How a functional nurse can help you access comprehensive lab testing outside the confines of insurance
The 17-year gap between medical research and standard clinical guidelines
Why healing is rarely linear and how to interpret a Herxheimer reaction during recovery
The surprising role that faith, purpose, and stress management play in physical immune resilience
How to build a collaborative healthcare team that focuses on prevention before disease develops
The exact steps Melissa took to go from severe chemical sensitivity to living a vibrant, symptom-free life
About Melissa Schreibfeder:
Melissa Schreibfeder, RN, is a registered nurse, approved provider of continuing nursing education, board-certified functional medicine practitioner, and founder of the Functional Nurse Academy. After navigating Hashimoto's, chronic Lyme disease, toxic mold-related illness, and debilitating fatigue, she built a functional medicine practice focused on root-cause education and health promotion. She later established the Functional Nurse Academy to help nurses apply functional medicine principles within their legal scope of practice. She also founded the Christian Functional Medicine Academy to expand access to root-cause training for other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches.
Resources mentioned:
LymeStop Clinic: https://lymestop.com/
Vibrant America Lyme testing: https://www.vibrant-america.com/
Ozone therapy (receive 10% off with this link)
The Autoimmune Solution™
Connect with Dr. Myers:
Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/
Dr. Myers' Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Dr. Myers' Newsletter: https://dramymyers.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers
Connect with Melissa Schreibfeder:
Functional Nurse Academy: https://functionalnurseacademy.com/
Christian Functional Medicine Academy: https://www.christianfma.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalnurseacademy/
The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2595479
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@FunctionalNurseAcademy
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Timestamps:
00:00 Melissa's Lyme Recovery and the End of Chronic Fatigue
01:04 Meet Melissa Schreibfeder
02:13 The Scope of Functional Nursing
03:13 Hashimoto's, Postpartum Thyroiditis, and Debilitating Fatigue
06:23 Why Lyme Was Missed
08:24 The Treatment That Changed Melissa's Recovery
12:39 Ozone, Herxheimer Reactions, and the Healing Timeline
15:01 How Illness Changed Melissa's Nursing Career
18:34 The Gap Between Research and Standard Care
20:19 Building the Functional Nurse Academy
23:53 What Nurses Can Do in Functional Medicine
25:14 Lab Testing, Education, and Medical Collaboration
27:50 Early Warning Signs and Prevention
33:43 Toxic mold Exposure and Recovery Plateaus
35:20 Lyme, toxic mold, and Overlapping Symptoms
39:45 Chemical Sensitivities and Rebuilding Resilience
42:42 Three Ways to Take Back Your Health
44:09 Faith, Purpose, and the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
47:10 Melissa's Practice and Practitioner Directory
48:08 Where to Find Melissa and Her Academies
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