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Functional Medicine
Chronic Disease
Nutrition
Gut Microbiome
Inflammation
Mental Health
Exercise
Protein Intake
Environmental Toxins
Cancer
Trauma
Mind-Body Connection
Intermittent Fasting
Liver Health
Muscle Health
Thyroid Health
Aging
Social Determinants Of Health
Biological Aging
Women's Health

Functional medicine uses the latest advances in the areas of genomics, epigenetics, nutrition, and lifestyle to find personalized solutions that lead to improved patient outcomes. Now, more than ever, the functional medicine approach is critical to address the rising tide of chronic disease and increase resilience among the most vulnerable populations in the time of a pandemic. Everyone deserves t... more

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We welcome IFM Bioenergetics APM educator Dr. Lisa Portera to discuss the connection between sleep and mitochondrial function, how energy balance in the body affects our daily lives, and what we can do to improve our sleep, mitochondrial functional, ... more

On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome Dr. Megan Lyons to discuss the gut-brain axis and how personalized nutritional treatment and prevention approaches support both gut function and brain health.

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On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome leading expert on the gut microbiome and consultant and science advisor with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory Dr. Tom Fabian, to discuss how the gut microbiome may change over time and how supporti... more

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James Carter, MD, discusses his experiences integrating functional medicine in an academic medicine setting and how it transformed his approach to cardiology.

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Recent Guests

Megan Lyons
Nutrition professional; founder of The Lyons Share Wellness
The Lyons Share Wellness
Episode: Nutrition, Brain Health, and the Gut-Brain Axis With Megan Lyons
Dr. Tom Fabian
Leading expert on the gut microbiome and consultant and science advisor with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory
Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory
Episode: The Gut Microbiome, Aging, & Optimizing Healthspan with Tom Fabian, PhD, CNTP
James Carter
Interventional cardiologist who practices functional medicine in an academic setting
Heart and Vascular Institute (academic medical center)
Episode: Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD
John Neely
Oncologist and practitioner integrating functional medicine into oncology care
[AIC 2026 presenter; affiliated with IFM-related oncology work]
Episode: Functional Medicine Oncology & Cancer Survivorship with John Neely, MD
Monique Class
IFM educator and AIC 2026 presenter
Institute for Functional Medicine
Episode: Supporting Patients in the Era of GLP-1 Medications Monique Class, MS, APRN-BC
Amy Rolfsen
Naturopathic Physician, Educator, Medical Consultant at Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory
Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory
Episode: Understanding Histamine Intolerance with Amy Rolfsen, ND
Annina Burns
Nutritionist and women's health expert
Independent practitioner/functional medicine
Episode: Nutrition, Menopause, and Women’s Health at Midlife and Beyond with Annina Burns, PhD, RDN, FMCP
Dr. Peter Staats
Physician and clinical researcher focused on vagus nerve stimulation
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Modulating the Parasympathetic Response
Dr. Terry Wahls
Legendary IFM educator, clinical researcher, and functional medicine thought leader
Institute for Functional Medicine
Episode: Ketogenic Diets and Brain Health with Dr. Terry Wahls

Host

Kalechi Udhihiri
Host of Pathways to Well-Being

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • A Thoughtful Look at How the Body Actually Heals

    This podcast offers high-quality, research-backed conversations that bridge clinical expertise with real-world health application. The episodes are thoughtful, structured, and focused on systems-level healing. It’s a valuable resource for anyone interested in functional medicine and a deeper understanding of how the body works as a whole. Would highly recommend listening to this especially if you’re ready to dive deep into learning about the body!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiguelBautista-BautistaMedia
    Canada8 months ago
  • Great content; sound not so much

    I love the content of this podcast; the interviews are excellent and informative. That is when I can hear them. I realize that insuring decent sound requires some effort but a little more attention in that direction would be helpful. The sound for the interviewer is consistently much louder than for the person being interviewed. And often the person being interviewed isn’t speaking clearly enough to overcome that difference. So this renders the podcast virtually unlistenable in a car or anywhere... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kyoung21b
    United States2 years ago
  • I’m a COVID Long Hauler, and I appreciate this show.

    Thank you for your recent episode on Long COVID.

    I can only speak from my own experience, but my second vaccine helped reduce my COVID Long Haul by 80%. Further improvement with a low histamine diet.

    Again, speaking from my own experience I have benefited from things I’ve learned through functional medicine, this show included, paired with the COVID vaccine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grateful Yoga Instructor!
    United States2 years ago
  • So disappointed

    Why can’t you deal with the elephant in the room that the cause of suppressed immune system is from the Covid vaccine!??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Highlight portions
    United States3 years ago
  • Enjoyed this interview. Needed this info. Excited to hear integrating dental medicine is happening now!

    Audible
    5
    CCF
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the high-quality, research-backed conversations and practical health insights.
Overall, episodes are viewed as insightful and valuable for deep learning in functional medicine.
Some praise the content but note inconsistent audio levels.
A minority express skepticism about vaccine-related health claims.
Listeners appreciate expert perspectives on gut health and functional medicine.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD
Q: What advice would you give to trainees hesitant to adopt this approach?
Start by listening, telling the patient's story back to them with permission, and recognizing that fear of being different often holds trainees back; gradually, the approach becomes natural.
Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD
Q: How do you balance teaching and practicing in an academic setting while incorporating lifestyle medicine?
He explains a collaborative, team-based model with dietitians, health coaches, and holistic psychotherapists, and notes that education should reflect the integration rather than treating functional medicine as separate from conventional care.
Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD
Q: What is functional medicine?
Dr. Carter defines it as an analytical framework to explore what the body is trying to do for resilience and function, identify what has shifted, and develop a collaborative plan with the patient to shift it back.
Functional Medicine Oncology & Cancer Survivorship with John Neely, MD
Q: What role does nutrition and gut health play in cancer survivorship according to your experience?
Nutrition and gut health are central to immune recovery and detoxification, with attention to microbiome restoration post-therapy and the use of targeted supplements and dietary strategies to support healing.
Functional Medicine Oncology & Cancer Survivorship with John Neely, MD
Q: How have you integrated functional medicine principles into large health care settings like Hershey?
By building trust with colleagues, aligning insurance and billing with functional approaches, and starting cash or integrative programs within the system, which gradually expanded as collaboration increased.

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A clinician-focused program exploring functional medicine foundations, translational science, and practical patient care. Recent episodes center on the gut-brain axis, microbiome aging, and the integration of nutrition, lifestyle, and multidisciplinary teams to improve brain health, cardiometabolic outcomes, cancer survivorship, and women's health. Notable themes include precision nutrition, real-world case outcomes, and strategies to scale collaborative care, from group coaching to equitable access. The show frequently features clinicians and researchers who translate complex science into actionable guidance for practice, making it a strong resource for practitioners seeking evidence-based, patient-centered approaches.

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Recent guests on Pathways to Well-Being include:

1. Megan Lyons
2. Dr. Tom Fabian
3. James Carter
4. John Neely
5. Monique Class
6. Amy Rolfsen
7. Annina Burns
8. Dr. Peter Staats

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