Get to the Root Podcast

Get to the Root Podcast

Welcome to Get to the Root Podcast, your guide to understanding functional medicine and achieving optimal health. Hosted by Erica Armstrong MD, IFMCP, this podcast shines a light on our unique approach to healthcare, blending nutrition, lifestyle, and personalized care to get to the root cause of your health concerns. Get to know us as we share insights, success stories, and practical tips for living your healthiest life. Whether you're a patient curious about functional medicine, a practitioner in the field, or a business looking to collaborate, we’re here to lead the conversation. Join us to explore the future of integrative healthcare and redefine what it means to feel your best.

Episodes

Food as Medicine in the Garden with Dr. Michelle Seguin

June 3, 2025 • 22 mins
From improved gut health and dietary diversity to reduced stress and a stronger connection to food, gardening is a powerful way to practice food as medicine. In today’s episode, Michelle Seguin, MD, IFMCP, a functional medicine physician at Root and passionate gardener, joins Dr. Erica Armstrong to explore these benefits and more. Dr. Seguin shares how growing even a few herbs or vegetables can positively impact your health. She al...
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[Special Edition] Root Member Story: Solving the Mystery of Excess Cortisol

May 20, 2025 • 17 mins
When conventional care couldn’t explain her symptoms, Madelyn kept searching for answers. In this episode, she shares her two-year struggle with unexplained weight gain, fatigue, acne, and excessive sweating. Despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle, her concerns were repeatedly dismissed, with doctors attributing them to normal post-college changes. Madelyn’s turning point came when she connected with Root Functional Medicine. T...
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When Therapy Meets Functional Medicine with Amanda Larson

May 6, 2025 • 31 mins
What if the key to emotional healing lies not just in the mind, but in the gut, the cells, and the nervous system? In this episode of the Get to the Root podcast, Dr. Erica Armstrong, founder/CEO, kicks things off by discussing how functional medicine can address mental health issues by focusing on gut health, hormones, and inflammation. Amanda Larson, owner and founder of The Holistic Counseling Center, then shares how functional...
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[Special Edition] Root Member Story: Autoimmune Reversal with Root Medicine

April 22, 2025 • 37 mins
Functional medicine can balance the brain and address underlying deficiencies, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances to restore overall well-being. In this episode, Lindsay Buckingham, a Root Functional Medicine member, shares her journey from managing autoimmune conditions and thyroid issues with traditional medicine to discontinuing all medications through a functional medicine approach. She explains how Root's advanced testing ...
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How Employers Can Support Real Health Change with Max Rispler

April 8, 2025 • 34 mins
Traditional healthcare often treats symptoms rather than the root causes of illness, but what if there was a better way to support employee health and well-being? In this episode of the Get to the Root podcast, Max Rispler, Vice President at Hylant, talks about the gaps in employer-sponsored healthcare and the role of functional medicine in workplace wellness. Max shares his personal health journey, including an AFib diagnosis in ...
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Are there better alternatives to GLP-1s? with Dr. Katherine Stam

March 25, 2025 • 25 mins
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are making headlines for weight loss, but are they the ultimate solution, or is there a better way? In this episode of the Get to the Root podcast, Dr. Katherine Stam, a board-certified family and functional medicine physician at Root, discusses GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy, their effectiveness for weight loss, and their potential downsides. Dr. Stam highlights high disc...
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Why Functional Medicine Starts in the Gut with Danielle Fiskars-Byers

March 11, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Get to the Root, Dr. Erica Armstrong sits down with dietitian Danielle Fiskars-Byers to explore why gut health is the foundation of overall health. They break down the gut’s crucial role in digestion, immunity, metabolism, and mental well-being, plus how imbalances can lead to inflammation, brain fog, and hormonal issues. Learn how to support your microbiome with food, lifestyle shifts, and practical strategies. ...
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Root’s Story: How Food Became the First Prescription with Kelsey Stricklen and Amy Masterson

February 25, 2025 • 32 mins
Discover how food can be powerful medicine in this episode of Get to the Root! Dr. Erica Armstrong is joined by Root dietitians Kelsey Stricklen and Amy Masterson to explore how their doctor-dietitian model is transforming health. They dive into the power of functional medicine, advanced testing, and personalized nutrition to support gut health, blood sugar balance, and overall well-being. Learn how small, sustainable shifts, such ...
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Why Functional Medicine is the Future of Health with Dr. Erica Armstrong

February 11, 2025 • 28 mins
Are you tired of quick fixes that don’t get to the root of your health issues? In the first-ever episode of the Get to the Root Podcast, Dr. Erica Armstrong sits down with Dr. Emily Cordes, Lead Physician at Root Functional Medicine, to explore how functional medicine uncovers the why behind symptoms like fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues. Dr. Cordes shares her journey from primary care to functional medicine, high...
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The Get to the Root Podcast is almost here!

December 10, 2024 • 21 secs
🎙️ Welcome to Get to the Root, a podcast brought to you by Root Functional Medicine. Join us as we explore the world of personalized care, sharing practical tips and strategies to address common health concerns. Together, we’ll uncover the root causes of health challenges and empower you to build a foundation for lifelong wellness. Empower yourself with knowledge, transform your health, and discover how to thrive with us. Coming ...
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