Episode 126: Uncovering the Root Cause: Insights from Functional Medicine Expert Dr. Greg Mongeon

In this episode of the Visibly Fit Podcast, my guest, Dr. Greg Mongeon, a functional medicine doctor, gives insights about holistic health and wellness. Dr. Greg shares his journey and how he became passionate about helping people uncover the root causes of their health issues. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how the body responds to its environment and the role of toxicity in disrupting the body's natural healing processes. Dr. Greg also discusses the significance of balancing hormone levels and their impact on overall well-being. He shares stories of patients who have experienced healing through addressing emotional and mental factors alongside physical health.Chapters(00:00:00) - Introduction to the Visibly Fit Podcast and guest introduction(00:03:23) - Dr. Greg Mongeon's journey into functional medicine and autoimmune disease(00:07:34) - The role of toxicity in disrupting the body's systems(00:12:20) - The importance of using the right lab work for accurate diagnosis(00:16:00) - The impact of insurance on practitioners' use of advanced lab work(00:17:48) - The significance of hormone balance for optimal health(00:19:21) - The effects of hormone imbalance on osteoporosis, heart disease, and dementia(00:22:09) - The importance of visualizing and planning for long-term health(00:23:39) - The emotional and relational aspects of healing(00:26:18) - Overcoming fear and resistance to getting tested(00:27:54) - The power of forgiveness and self-compassion in the healing process(00:29:04) - The role of mindset and emotional healing in physical health(00:31:21) - Personal story of a patient's emotional breakthrough(00:35:58) - The importance of facing obstacles and doing the inner work(00:38:40) - Dr. Greg's love for cooking and finding peace in the process(00:40:00) - Wrapping up the episode and final thoughtsResources mentioned:Vitae Functional Medicine WebsiteConnect with today's guest:Instagram: @drgreghealthTiktok: @drgreghealthDr. Greg Mongeon is a father to 5 active kids, husband to the love of his life, functional medicine doctor, speaker, and leader. His philosophy is the doctor of the future is YOU! Dr. Greg actively empowers his clients through mentoring, self-care, and optimizing mindset.He not only treats people locally but also treats people from all over the world. He devotes his time to treating people. His passion for connecting with people, providing hope and understanding with autoimmune disease, and uncovering the root cause, is what separates him from others in the field.P.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!If you're really serious about becoming Visibly Fit, you'll get the best experience if you download the worksheets available at https://wendiepett.com/visiblyfitpodcast.