In our last episode of this series, Dr. Mikhaila Riska takes us to the root of it all—the gut. She explains why your gut is truly your body’s health headquarters, how it impacts everything from bloating to brain fog, and the steps functional medicine uses to heal and restore balance. This episode will show you why the gut is where everyone should start when starting a health journey!   In this episode, we discuss: Common & uncommon symptoms that could indicate gut imbalance Causes of leaky gut Parasite cleanses Treatment options for gut imbalances Antibiotics The Gut Zoomer test Tips for setting our kid's guts up for success   This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all! Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey Part 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and More Part 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & More Part 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here  ❗Resources mentioned in this episode Rowe Casa products Earthly Cellcore ❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920   Connect with Dr. Mikhaila: 🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile 🔗 Website 🔗 Facebook 🔗 Instagram   About the Motherhood Alliance The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI. 🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website 🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance) 🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance) 🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)