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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is functional medicine better than conventional medicine?

Does functional medicine replace my primary care doctor?

Why does functional medicine use different lab ranges?

Is functional medicine covered by insurance?

How long does functional medicine take to work?

How do I know if a functional medicine practitioner is qualified?

How do I actually measure my vagal tone at home?

Why does slow breathing improve digestion?

Can I really fix reflux and bloating without changing my diet?

Is cold exposure safe if I have high blood pressure or heart disease?

How long until I notice changes in symptoms and HRV?

How is 'scalp health for hair longevity' different from the scalp microbiome?

Will minoxidil work if my ferritin is low?

Is red light therapy actually proven for hair?

I've been losing handfuls of hair for three months — what should I do first?

Does perimenopause cause permanent hair thinning?

How do I know if I have mold illness?

Can mold illness be cured?

Is 'black mold' the only dangerous type?

Can mycotoxins affect my hormones?

How long does mold detox take?

How much vitamin D should I take daily?

Why does my doctor say my vitamin D is normal at 22 ng/mL?

Can you take too much magnesium?

Is it better to get nutrients from food or supplements?

Why wasn't my magnesium tested at my annual physical?

Is chronic fatigue syndrome the same as just being tired?

Can mitochondrial dysfunction be seen on standard blood tests?

How long does it take to recover from mitochondrial dysfunction?

Should I exercise if I have chronic fatigue?

What supplements help mitochondrial function?

What supplements should everyone take?

Are expensive supplements really better than cheap ones?

Can supplements interact with my medications?

How long should I take a supplement before expecting results?

Should I take supplements with food or on an empty stomach?

How do I know if environmental toxins are affecting my health?

Are 'BPA-free' products actually safe?

What's the most important first step to reduce my toxic exposure?

Do detox cleanses and juice fasts actually work?

Should I worry about mold in my home?

Why doesn't my doctor order these tests?

Will insurance cover functional medicine labs?

How often should I get comprehensive labs done?

What's the difference between standard and functional optimal ranges?

Can I order these tests myself without a doctor?

Is functional medicine covered by insurance?

How long does it take to see results with functional medicine?

Do I need to stop seeing my regular doctor?

What's the difference between functional medicine and naturopathy?

Is functional medicine evidence-based?

How do I know if I'm magnesium deficient?

What's the best form of magnesium to take?

Can I get enough magnesium from food alone?

Can magnesium help with anxiety?

Is it possible to take too much magnesium?

How does indoor air quality affect health?

What is the best air purifier for health?

Can air quality cause brain fog?

How do I know if my indoor air quality is bad?

Why doesn't my regular doctor order these tests?

How much does functional lab testing cost?

How often should functional labs be rechecked?

Can I order these tests myself without a doctor?

What's the single most important test most people are missing?

How is functional nutrition different from seeing a regular dietitian?

Do I need to follow a specific named diet like keto or paleo?

Can food really replace medications for chronic conditions?

What's the most important dietary change for reducing inflammation?

How do I know which foods are right for my body?

What is the autoimmune protocol (AIP) diet?

How long does it take to see results on the AIP diet?

Can autoimmune disease be reversed?

Is the AIP diet safe long-term?

Do I need to stop my autoimmune medications to try AIP?

Do detox cleanses actually work?

What are the best foods for liver health?

How do I know if my liver detox pathways are impaired?

Functional Medicine
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Gut Health
39

Heart Health
37