Today on Message In the Middle Marianne talks with Claudine Francois, a Board-Certified Functional Medicine & Holistic Health Practitioner. In this episode we:
Exploring Functional Medicine:
- Marianne acknowledges previous episodes on functional medicine which provide foundational information.
- Addressing the persistent curiosity about functional medicine, Marianne seeks clarity on how and when to incorporate it into one's health journey.
Diving into Differences:
- Marianne queries Claudine on the fundamental disparities between functional medicine and traditional western medicine.
Navigating Testing:
- Delving into the importance of testing in functional medicine, Marianne seeks Claudine's recommendations for entry-level tests and their significance.
Beyond Basic Hormone Tests:
- Claudine sheds light on why conventional hormone tests may not provide comprehensive insights into one's health.
Deeper Understanding of Thyroid Testing:
- Exploring the limitations of typical thyroid tests, Claudine explains the benefits of alternative testing methods for a more thorough understanding.
Unveiling the Brain-Gut Connection:
- Marianne and Claudine discuss the intricate relationship between the brain and gut health, highlighting its significance in functional medicine.
Decoding Supplements:
- Claudine provides insight into the truth about supplements, offering clarity on their role in supporting holistic health and how to get started with the "right" ones.
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