Keywords:
functional medicine, redox reactions, cell function, holistic health, patient care, wellness, medical testing, health terrain, resilience
Summary:
In this episode of the Well2You Podcast, Dr. John Kim shares his powerful journey from conventional pharmacy to functional medicine; and why he believes the current model is failing patients. He breaks down the importance of addressing root causes, supporting cellular health, and rebuilding resilience in a world where people are becoming sicker despite more medical interventions.
Dr. Kim introduces The Encore Method, his structured roadmap to recovery that prioritizes environmental healing, nervous system regulation, circadian rhythm, and strategic nutrition. He also explains the Cell Danger Response, the impact of mold toxicity, and why hormone replacement therapy should be used as a supportive tool, not a quick fix. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of integrative health, chronic illness, and what it takes to truly get well.
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” – Hippocrates
Top Takeaways:
• Functional medicine, as it currently stands, is broken and needs a major shift.
• Cellular function and redox balance are foundational to energy and recovery.
• Despite advancements, patients are becoming sicker and more inflamed.
• A truly holistic approach must integrate environment, nervous system health, and nutrition.
• Mold toxicity plays a major role in persistent health issues.
Sound Bites
“The cell danger response is crucial.”
“Your environment must be a sanctuary.”
“Food plays a critical role in health.”
Chapters
00:00 — Introduction to Dr. John Kim
01:24 — From Traditional Pharmacy to Functional Medicine
03:18 — Personal Health Challenges & Root Cause Discovery
08:28 — Understanding Mold & Its Impact on Health
13:21 — Cell Danger Response & Healing Mechanisms
21:25 — The Multifactorial Nature of Chronic Illness
22:01 — Mold Toxins & Cellular Health
26:04 — Cellular Health & the CDR
28:10 — The Encore Method: A Roadmap to Recovery
29:34 — Environmental Foundations for Healing
31:31 — The Importance of Circadian Rhythm
35:01 — Nervous System Regulation & Detoxification
36:00 — The Role of Fatty Acids in Cellular Repair
40:25 — Nutrition for Healing: Seasonal Paleo Approach
46:35 — How Food Supports Cellular Reset
49:07 — Sunlight, Seasonal Shifts & Energy
50:53 — Detoxification Pathways & Gut Health
54:45 — Microbiome Restoration
57:57 — Hormone Replacement Therapy: A Tool, Not a Solution
About Dr. John Kim:
Use THIS link to SAVE $250 on his course, BEYOND THE MOLD: https://www.kimwellness.co/wells2you
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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