About this episode
Welcome to The Made Fitz Show with your host, Dr. Lauren Fitz! In this raw and real solo episode, Dr. Fitz dives into what it means to do epic sh t*—in life, in business, and in purpose. Inspired by a gift from her nurse-turned-friend Jillian, this episode is both a motivational kickstart and a deeply personal reflection on the journey that's led Dr. Fitz from teaching aerobics as a teen to becoming a physician, entrepreneur, and functional medicine powerhouse. She unpacks her story of early ambition, unwavering vision, faith-led decisions, and the power of delayed gratification. You'll hear about her leap into entrepreneurship, her passion for health and healing, and how trusting the vision—even when the how is unclear—can lead to truly epic outcomes. Whether you're in a rut, chasing a dream, or just need a reminder that you were made for more, this episode will leave you inspired to stop waiting and start creating the life you were made for. Heads up: This episode has a little language, so maybe pop in your earbuds if the kiddos are around. Melissa McAllister FNTP, FNC, RWP I wasn't always a health nut – in fact, I used to be a French Fries and Pepsi connoisseur! But after having my children, I realized the importance of properly caring for my body. That's when my love for fitness was born. Now, after years of training and supporting clients, I'm a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Functional Nutrition Coach, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, Therapeutic Fasting & Gut Health Expert, creator of the M.A.D.E. Diet program, and co-host of The Made Fitz Podcast. Let me help you take control of your health and achieve your best life. melissamadeonline.com themadediet.com travelingnutritionist.com Lauren Fitzgerald M.D. The anesthesiologist who broke up with conventional medicine. Of course, that's a very condensed version of how Dr. Lauren Fitz found – and quickly became a leader in – functional medicine. It was upon dealing with her own health challenges, and seeing that Western medicine continued to fail her, that she decided to explore a more holistic approach to healing. What she found ultimately saved her life – and turned her path in medicine in the right direction. Dr. Fitz moved to St. Charles, Illinois in 2020 and opened Larimar Med after months of renovation. Today, Dr. Fitz provides functional medicine care to patients in all 50 states through virtual and in-person visits. She also provides a revolutionary weight loss program, a menu of advanced body contouring services, and neurotoxin injections. larimarmed.com Thank you so much for listening to this episode! We are honored and excited to be on this journey toward personal growth, a healthy lifestyle, and a greater more confident you. We'd love to hear from you. So, please share this episode with anyone you think needs to hear this message and remember to rate, review and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. We are Melissa McAllister & Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald. And until next time, thank you for being your own health advocate. xo, Melissa & Dr. Fitz