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At-Home Cortisol Test

Our at-home cortisol test provides a deeper look at how your body manages stress, helping you find and address the root cause of your symptoms

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Baseline Labs

Explore how baseline labs reveal the root causes of health issues. Learn about key tests for nutrients, inflammation, and thyroid health at Root.

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Nutrients for a Healthy Immune System

Discover how to support your immune system with the appropriate nutrients by using a food as medicine approach.

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Functional Medicine Migraines

Root cause-focused migraine relief through functional medicine. Explore personalized treatments and lifestyle changes for effective, lasting results.

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HPA Axis Dysfunction Symptoms

Uncover how chronic stress affects the HPA axis, leading to cortisol imbalances. Learn about the symptoms and testing methods to manage this health issue.

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Akkermansia Foods

Explore the importance of Akkermansia for gut health, its impact on the mucosal barrier, and how to boost its levels through food, lifestyle changes, and supplements.

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Inflammation Functional Medicine

Learn how functional medicine inflammation strategies target root causes, offering tailored treatments. Explore impacts on weight, skin, and gut health, with real success stories.

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Root Member Story: Gabriella

Root member story with functional medicine approach to IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

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Root Member Story: Ashna

Root member review and what to expect with a Root approach for an autoimmune condition.

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Root Member Story: Tom

Frustrated with his annual physical, Tom turned to Root after hearing about functional medicine. Through a personalized gut healing protocol and diet changes, Tom regained his health, avoided unnecessary procedures, and saved money.

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30 Plants a Week Checklist

Boost your gut health by eating 30 different plants a week. Discover the benefits of a diverse diet, tips to increase plant intake, and a free checklist to get started.

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Digestion: Top to Bottom

Explore the journey of digestion, from the mouth all the way to the colon. Learn where your body absorbs nutrients and what can go right or wrong at each step.

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Natural Treatment for Interstitial Cystitis

By integrating natural treatments for interstitial cystitis aimed at treating the root cause of this condition, individuals with IC can have symptom relief and an improved quality of life. Effective strategies may include dietary modifications with an elimination diet, improving hydration, stress management, and lowering inflammation with supplements like omega-3 or aloe vera extract.

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Beta Glucuronidase High

Learn about beta-glucuronidase: its role in hormone balance, symptoms of high levels, and functional medicine solutions for gut health and detoxification.

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Ashwagandha for Hormones

Discover Ashwagandha's role in hormone balance. From PCOS to menopause, explore the benefits of incorporating this ancient adaptogen into your life.

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Joint Pain After Eating

Discover reasons you are experiencing joint pain after eating. From autoimmune conditions to food sensitivities, learn actionable insights to relieve joint discomfort.

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Hashimoto's Brain Fog

Learn about the link between Hashimoto's disease and brain fog, plus effective root cause interventions you can implement to alleviate symptoms.

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Functional Medicine Infertility

Discover an effective approach to treating infertility. Address root causes, prioritize nutrients, and nurture gut health to achieve a healthy pregnancy.

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Berberine vs. Metformin

Explore the pros and cons of metformin and berberine for managing health concerns like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

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Which Hormones Cause Weight Gain

Explore the intricate link between hormones and weight gain. Discover actionable tips for a functional medicine approach to sustainable weight management.

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Functional Medicine Dietitian

A functional medicine dietitian focuses on collaboration, asking why, advanced testing, and getting to the root cause of health concerns using a holistic approach.

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Best Vitamins for Hormone Balance

The best vitamins and nutrients for hormone balance include b-vitamins, vitamin D, omega-3s, inositol, magnesium, and NAC. These can be obtained via diet and supplementation.

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How to Increase Nutrient Absorption

Ways to increase nutrient absorption including optimizing gut health, supporting the gallbladder, and pairing the correct nutrients together.

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Constipation and Diarrhea Cycle

Root causes of the constipation and diarrhea cycle and how to treat these conditions holistically with a personalized gut healing protocol.

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Root Cause Medicine

Root cause medicine aims find out why you have a specific diagnosis and then treats and prevents disease at the root cause rather than just managing symptoms.

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Foods that Help Balance Hormones

The foods you eat have a large impact on hormone balance. Insulin, testosterone, estrogen, and thyroid hormones are all influenced by the food.