by Dr. Lisa Ballehr When it comes to reversing chronic illness, one of the most transformative approaches is asking: how does functional medicine address root-cause inflammatory disease triggers instead of

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr Stress may be a universal human experience, but how we respond to it—both mentally and physically—can determine our long-term health outcomes. One of the most pressing

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr Many people don’t realize how deeply circadian rhythm disruption and metabolic syndrome risk are intertwined—yet growing research continues to affirm the critical link between the two.

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr In our fast-paced and often isolating modern world, it’s easy to overlook just how much healthy social relationships improve mental and physical health. Yet, this connection

By Dr. Lisa Ballehr It may sound surprising, but mounting research confirms that a dysregulated gut microbiome disrupts whole-body health in profound and far-reaching ways. While we’ve long known that

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr If you’re struggling to get through your day, constantly wondering why you feel drained no matter how much you rest, you’re not alone—and it may be

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr In patients suffering from complex chronic illness, the functional medicine protocol for chronic indolent infections provides a comprehensive, root-cause approach to restoring long-term health and vitality.

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr When it comes to long-term wellness, we often focus on gut health, immune support, and inflammation management—but we can’t overlook the role of the oral microbiome

by Dr. Lisa Ballehr Limbic system retraining with neural rewiring offers a powerful, science-backed pathway to healing for individuals navigating chronic illness, trauma, and neurological dysregulation. Functional medicine recognizes that