ShareOne ReviewsIs functional medicine worth it for autoimmune conditions?
40 people answered this on the record, across 19 organisations. symptoms resolved or reduced was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 16 interviews. better family or relationship life was another volunteered theme, appearing in 14 interviews. The timeframe described most often was 2 – 6 months. These were open-ended interviews, so an unmentioned change should not be read as a result that did not happen.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-15. Updated as new interviews arrive.
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.
Changes customers chose to talk about
Based on 40 open-ended customer interviews. These are themes people mentioned without being asked to rate every possible outcome. If someone did not mention a change, that does not mean it did not happen.
| Volunteered theme | Interview mentions |
|---|---|
| Symptom relief | 16 |
| Family & relationships | 14 |
| Better sleep | 6 |
| More energy | 6 |
| Confidence | 5 |
| Less medication | 4 |
- “In my opinion, he has more background as to what could be causing those symptoms.”Laura Moreno
- “I have just transformed everything about my health and, like I said, my family's health.”Jen Glickert
- “He saw all of the eczema really just going away, it was just so wonderful to see our son finally be able to be normal again, to actually have a good night of sleep.”Hannah & Adam Milliman
- “Kimberly Duffield (00:00) What made me say "yes" to The Eczema Transformation Program was where we were at the beach with most of our family, and I just didn't find the energy to go just cause my eczema was so bad.”Kimberly & Tad Duffield
How long it took them
- 2 weeks – 2 months · 1
- 2 – 6 months · 2
- Over a year · 2
The interviews behind this answer
WatchDiagnosing Root Causes of Fatigue and Hashimoto's Through Functional MedicineLaura Moreno achieved significant health improvements at Dr. Autoimmune after traditional medicine failed to address her Hashimoto's symptoms. By focusing on gut health and an elimination diet, she experienced immediate energy shifts, weight loss, and a new d…Laura Moreno · Dr. Autoimmune
WatchTransformed Health and Managed Autoimmune Symptoms Through Epigenetics and FIGHTS ProgramJen Glickert achieved a total health transformation working with Palmer Kippola and Dr. Pedro. After 25 years of psoriasis and arthritis, Jen used the FIGHTS program to address food, infections, gut health, hormones, and toxins. She successfully reduced infla…Jen Glickert · Palmer Kippola
WatchFrom Head-to-Toe Eczema to Clear Skin and Gut Health TransformationBrittney Crickmore successfully used Dr. Ana-Maria Temple’s Eczema Transformation Program to treat her daughter June’s head-to-toe eczema. After traditional steroids and antihistamines failed, the program’s focus on gut health and weekly provider support led…Brittney Creekmore · Dr Ana-Maria Temple
WatchChronic Skin Issues Cleared Through Advanced Gut Health Testing and Gluten IdentificationBilly Bosch worked with GUT Smart and Dr. Pedre to resolve chronic skin issues previously misdiagnosed as psoriasis. By utilizing advanced Zoomer tests and virtual consultations, they identified a severe gluten allergy. Following the prescribed gut health pro…Billy Bosch · GUT Smart
WatchPersonalized Holistic Care for Nausea Relief and Postpartum Breastfeeding SupportMia Graber utilized Health Youniversity for over four years to manage two pregnancies. Through Dr. Susan Fox’s tailored holistic care, Mia successfully mitigated first-trimester nausea and fatigue, received crucial nutrition tips to support her milk supply du…Mia Graber · Health Youniversity
WatchIntegrating Homeopathic Series Kits for Comprehensive Physical and Emotional Patient RecoveryJerry Simons, a Physician Assistant, reports that DesBio products allow for a "power of three" approach addressing physical, mental, and energetic health. By integrating Series and Symptom Kits with the Comprehensive Detox Kit, Simons achieved surprising resu…Jerry Simons · Des Bio
WatchPediatrician Overcomes Chronic Pain and Autoimmune Arthritis Through Qigong and MindfulnessLaura Bierwagen credits Urban Monk Productions with helping her overcome ten years of chronic pain and autoimmune arthritis. After attending the retreat and committing to a 100-day Qigong 'gong,' she transitioned from using crutches to performing physical rou…Laura Bierwagen · Urban Monk Productions
WatchOvercoming Infertility and Autoimmune Issues to Conceive After Failed IVF TreatmentsNikki Tuchek achieved a successful pregnancy through Reimagined Health after five years of infertility and failed IVF. Despite skepticism regarding the online format, Nikki saw health improvements within one month. Her autoimmune antibodies disappeared, her A…Nikki Tuchek · Reimagined Health
WatchFunctional Medicine Physician Reports Faster Viral Recovery and Reduced Hair LossIrene Carr, a functional medicine physician, reports that STEMREGEN significantly accelerated her recovery from illness, reducing a typical five-week post-viral cough to just two and a half weeks. She also noted reduced hair loss, improved sleep stability, an…Irene Carr · Stemregen
What they doubted first
- “Jen Glickert noted that she never felt pressured to pay for extra things she wasn't ready for. She described the approach as kind and compassionate, with Palmer and Dr. Pedro working at a pace she was comfortable with.”Jen Glickert
- “Brittney Crickmore noted that while the initial cost made her family stop and think, she now considers it 100% worth the investment. She stated she would pay it again because of the significant healing her daughter achieved.”Brittney Creekmore
- “Pedre, I'm not plagued with chronic skin issues, and I'm not as worried or confused about what I should eat and what I shouldn't eat.”Billy Bosch
Follow-up questions they answered
- Will functional medicine work if traditional thyroid medication failed?
- Laura Moreno found that while traditional thyroid medication and standard endocrinology provided no relief for her Hashimoto's, Dr. Ian's approach of testing different blood markers and addressing gut health led to progress. — Laura Moreno
- How does Dr. Autoimmune identify undiagnosed conditions?
- Laura noted that Dr. Ian listens closely to symptoms and looks for underlying triggers like leaky gut; he was able to diagnose her with pernicious anemia, a condition her previous doctors had completely missed. — Laura Moreno
- How long does it take to see results with Dr. Autoimmune?
- Laura felt a difference 'right away' after starting the recommended elimination diet, though she noted that significant milestones like weight loss took several months of consistency. — Laura Moreno
- Is the Palmer Kippola program high pressure or expensive?
- Jen Glickert noted that she never felt pressured to pay for extra things she wasn't ready for. She described the approach as kind and compassionate, with Palmer and Dr. Pedro working at a pace she was comfortable with. — Jen Glickert
- Can you improve autoimmune symptoms if you have a family history of MS?
- Yes, Jen Glickert focused on epigenetics to 'turn off' genes associated with her family history of MS. She learned that by subtracting toxins and addressing the 'autoimmune equation,' she could prevent future issues for herself and her children. — Jen Glickert
- What does the FIGHTS program actually cover?
- According to Jen, the program is a concise way to address six pillars: Food, Infection, Gut, Hormones, Toxins, and Stress (FIGHTS). It focuses on finding the root cause of symptoms rather than just treating them with standard medication. — Jen Glickert