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Overcoming Hashimoto's and Gut Issues Through Root Cause Testing and Nutrition

Diane Gowen · Recorded 2/10/2025

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Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.

Diane Gowen found relief at Enlightened Wellness after traditional specialists offered no treatment for her Hashimoto's diagnosis. By utilizing specialized gut testing and a gluten-free protocol with nutritionist Kristin, Diane achieved improved sleep, better digestion, and increased energy levels. She credits Dr. Meg’s root-cause approach for identifying issues regular doctors overlooked.

At a glance

Primary Use Case
Chronic inflammation and Hashimoto's thyroiditis management
Reported Result
Improved sleep, better digestion, and increased energy
Key Intervention
Specialized gut testing and gluten-free nutrition plan
She tries to get to the root of the problem instead of just fixing the symptoms.
I would have never gotten the testing done from a regular doctor.
I'm sleeping better and my stomach's better. I have more energy.

The interview

Can you describe Dr. Meg's approach to patient care?

I would say that Dr. Meg is very kind, very patient. She listens to you and she tries to get to the root of the problem instead of just fixing the symptoms. She just takes the time to explain everything and give me ideas of what to do. She's very thorough.

What health challenges led you to seek help?

About two years ago I had an inflammation in my eyes, which is called uveitis. My eye doctor recommended a rheumatologist because that could be a sign of arthritis. My antibodies were very high. My family doctor sent me to an endocrinologist and he determined that I had Hashimoto's.

What was your experience with traditional medical specialists?

With the endocrinologist, that's where it ended. He said, 'I'm sorry, I can't do anything for you. I'll see you in a year.' He also asked me if I had had any viruses; I said I had a really bad case of COVID back in 2020 and he said, 'oh, that has nothing to do with it.' But I haven't felt the same since then.

How did the testing at Enlightened Wellness differ from previous experiences?

She ran a bunch of very - Like, I would have never gotten the testing done from a regular doctor. And then she found out that I had some issues in my gut and then she put me on some stuff to heal that. The testing that you get, I couldn't see my regular doctors doing any of that testing.

What specific changes did you make to your lifestyle and diet?

Plus working with nutritionist, Kristin, I went completely gluten-free. I'm still taking a lot of the supplements. My husband and I decided it was worth it. Like, it just - I had to feel better.

What results have you noticed since starting the program?

Well, I'm sleeping better and my stomach's better. I have more energy. I think the amount of time that she spent with me, she didn't rush me through and, like, didn't blow off my symptoms.

Frequently asked

Is the investment in functional medicine testing worth the cost?

Diane Gowen and her husband decided the investment was worth it because she desperately needed to feel better. She noted that the specialized testing provided insights she could never have received from a regular doctor.

Can Enlightened Wellness help with symptoms traditional doctors ignore?

Yes, Diane sought help after an endocrinologist told her there was nothing to be done for her Hashimoto's. Dr. Meg listened to her concerns about post-COVID symptoms and gut issues that other doctors had dismissed.

What does the treatment process look like at Enlightened Wellness?

For Diane, the process involved comprehensive testing that identified gut issues, followed by a supplement regimen and working with a nutritionist named Kristin to transition to a gluten-free lifestyle.

Full transcript

I would say that Dr. Meg is very kind, very patient. She listens to you and she tries to get to the root of the problem instead of just fixing the symptoms. Hi, my name is Diane. I live in Loretto, Pennsylvania, And I work at a boutique. Well, about two years ago I had an inflammation in my eyes, which is called uveitis. So I went to my eye doctor and she recommended that I see a rheumatologist because that could be a sign of arthritis. So, I went to a rheumatologist. He ran a whole bunch of tests. My antibodies were very high. My family doctor sent me to a endocrinologist and he determined that I had Hashimoto's... but that's where it ended. Like, nothing. He said, "I'm sorry, I can't do anything for you. I'll see you in a year." A friend of mine and my daughter had heard of Dr. Meg, so I went to see her and thank God I did. She ran a bunch of very - Like, I would have never gotten the testing done from a regular doctor. And then she found out that I had some issues in my gut and then she put me on some stuff to heal that. Plus working with nutritionist, Kristin. I went completely gluten-free. I'm still taking a lot of the supplements. my husband and I decided it was worth it. Like, it just - I had to feel better. Well, I'm sleeping better and my stomach's better. I have more energy. I think the amount of time that she spent with me. She didn't rush me through and, like, didn't blow off my symptoms. The endocrinologist, he asked me if I had had any viruses and I said I had a really bad case of COVID back in 2020 and he said, "oh, that has nothing to do with it." But I haven't felt the same since then. She just takes the time to explain everything and give me ideas of what to do. She's very thorough. And the testing that you get, I couldn't see my regular doctors doing any of that testing.

About Enlightened Wellness

Enlightened Wellness

Official site: megmill.com

Enlightened Wellness, led by Dr. Meg Mill, is a functional medicine practice that focuses on identifying the root causes of chronic health issues rather than just treating symptoms. They serve individuals struggling with autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's and gut health problems, providing specialized testing and nutritional guidance to help patients regain their energy and well-being.

Industry
Functional Medicine and Nutrition

Topics

  • hashimoto's recovery
  • gut health
  • functional medicine
  • nutrition coaching
  • chronic fatigue
  • enlightened wellness

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