A Functional Take on Gut Health, Thyroid Health & Reducing Autoimmunity with Dr. Amy Myers

Episode Highlights With Amy Her own drastic story with conventional medicine and how this led her to functional medicine and the work she does The common triggers and causes of the rise of chronic disease Why she defines autoimmunity as a spectrum and commonalities among conditions How to know where you are on the spectrum 5 factors: toxins, infections, gut issues, diet, and stress Why ¾ of the triggers and causes of health issues are not genetic and are within our control to change The power of the mind and how much our inner voice relates to health Her four pillars of functional health: 1- getting rid of grains and legumes, 2- tame the toxins, 3- relieve our stress, 4- address infections How to address and remove toxins in the body Gut cells turn over every 24-48 hours so they can repair quickly Why we need a wide range of foods for gut diversity and how things like vegetables, spices, herbs, and other foods can be helpful How to know which plant foods are best for your specific genes and ancestral needs Seasonal eating can help gut health How to apply the 80/20 principle to optimal living Resources We Mention Amy Myers - Website The Autoimmune Solution: Prevent and Reverse the Full Spectrum of Inflammatory Symptoms and Diseases by Amy Myers, MD The Thyroid Connection: Why You Feel Tired, Brain-Fogged, and Overweight -- and How to Get Your Life Back by Amy Myers, MD Wellnesse Viome The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck, MD Hyperbaric Pro