Root Cause Healing for Chronic Conditions: Why Functional Medicine Goes Beyond Symptoms | Dr. Kevin Smith

In this episode of Healing Horizons, host Saima sits down with Dr. Kevin Smith, a functional medicine practitioner with over 25 years of experience helping patients uncover the hidden causes behind chronic pain, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, gut problems, and more.

Dr. Smith shares why functional medicine shifts the focus from masking symptoms with drugs to investigating lifestyle, diet, environment, and underlying triggers. From astonishing case studies—including a young patient whose life transformed after uncovering food sensitivities—to practical first steps listeners can take when facing long-term health challenges, this conversation offers eye-opening insights into root cause healing.

If you’ve ever wondered why traditional medicine left you without answers, this episode may help you reframe your approach to chronic conditions and reclaim your health journey.

About the Guest  

Dr. Kevin Smith is a functional medicine practitioner who has dedicated more than two decades to uncovering the real drivers of chronic health conditions. Known as a “medical detective,” he combines lab testing, metabolic and neurological assessments, and deep patient history reviews to address root causes. His mission: empower patients with knowledge, independence, and a path to true healing.

Key Takeaways  

• Functional medicine focuses on uncovering the “why” behind chronic symptoms instead of masking them with drugs.

• Lifestyle factors—diet, sleep, exercise, and stress—play a larger role in long-term health than many realize.

• Over-prescription of medication often leads to side effects that worsen health outcomes.

• One case study revealed that hidden food allergies were the root cause of fibromyalgia-like pain, sleep issues, and headaches in a young woman. Removing trigger foods transformed her life.

• Chronic health challenges are rarely just “bad genetics”—about 95% of the time, environment and lifestyle are the key drivers.

• Hope is rebuilt when patients see personalized, thorough approaches that go beyond insurance-dictated prescriptions.

• Healing may involve multiple modalities—nutrition, lab testing, physical therapy, chiropractic care, or acupuncture—not just medication.

.

Connect with Dr. Kevin Smith  

Website: https://integratedthyroid.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinsmithdc/

Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?  

DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik

Disclaimer  

This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.

About Healthy Mind By Avik™️  

Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, the platform has produced over 4,400+ episodes and reached 168.4K+ listeners worldwide.

With a focus on mental health, mindfulness, holistic healing, and trauma recovery, this space unites voices to break stigma and create a world where every story matters.

👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.

Contact💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️📧 [e-mail] | [e-mail]🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com