Why Medicine is a Band-Aid—and What Your Body Actually Needs

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Dr. Michelle Jorgensen returns to The Lindsey Elmore Show to share a powerful truth: your cells—not prescriptions—do the real healing. In this episode, she breaks down the four things every cell needs to thrive, introduces a practical self-assessment for discovering which of your organs need support, and explains why ancient healing systems were often more in tune with the body than modern trends. From grounding to seasonal nutrition to ditching dangerous dental procedures like root canals, Dr. Jorgensen offers a holistic, science-backed roadmap to lasting energy and vibrant health. Additionally, she explains how the mouth can reflect—and even contribute to—chronic illness, and what parents can do to protect their children’s oral and overall health.

Key Takeaways

• Medicine is a tool, not a cure; true healing occurs at the cellular level.
  
  
• Every cell needs four essentials: supplies, support, security, and signals.
  
  
• Symptoms are messages, not problems to mask, but signals to decode
  
  
• Your body operates in seasons, and understanding your current season can inform your food, movement, and healing practices
  
  
• Traditional healing systems often employed a root-cause approach.
  
  
• Grounding and nature are powerful sources of healing electrons.
  
  
• Protein isn’t your go-to energy source—carbs play a critical role in fueling cells.
  
  
• Hidden dental infections, root canals, and metals can sabotage health.
  
  
• A biological dental approach addresses immunity, oxygen, and the body's electrical system.s
  
  
• Parents should prioritize minerals (in and out) over fluoride for kids’ dental healt.h
  
  

Listen in to learn more 

00:00 – Medicine is a Band-Aid: How real healing actually works
01:18 – Cellular healing explained through the finger cut analogy
02:28 – Why supplements, diets, and protocols aren’t the root solutio
03:20 – What ancient medicine systems got right about healing
04:09 – The four things every cell needs to heal: supplies, support, security, signals
05:16 – How Dr. Jorgensen’s symptom assessment identifies which cells need help
06:40 – Understanding your body’s season and how it affects healing
08:04 – Why symptoms matter more than diet trends
10:23 – Carbs vs. protein: What your mitochondria actually use for fuel
12:09 – Personalized healing through symptom interpretation and seasonal eating
13:33 – How “season snapshots” in the book simplify treatment decisions
14:46 – Using food and lifestyle to respond to symptoms like heart palpitations
15:57 – The healing power of nature, grounding, and reconnecting with the earth
17:40 – What to expect from Living Well with Dr. Michelle
18:53 – How chronic illness often starts in the mouth
19:58 – The hidden dangers of root canals and how they affect the immune system
21:13 – Anatomy of a root canal and why it often leads to long-term infection
23:16 – Why removing a dead tooth may be the healthier choice
24:19 – Biological dental alternatives to root canals
25:40 – What parents should know about fluoride, minerals, and kids’ oral health
26:48 – Final thoughts and how to take the first step in your healing journey.

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