ShareOne ReviewsIs functional medicine worth it for chronic illness?
40 people answered this on the record, across 23 organisations. The change they described most often was symptoms resolved or reduced — 11 of 40 raised it unprompted. 8 described more clients, leads or patients. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-14. 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.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Symptom relief | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| More clients | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Family & relationships | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| More energy | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Digestion | 6 of 40 | 15% |
| Felt supported | 6 of 40 | 15% |
- “Just knowing that we've seen, like, this much improvement, this drastic improvement, and that I know we'll get to the point where she doesn't have flares at all.”Nicole Thompson
- “Not only like with what I was doing with clients, but what I was doing with myself and being able to just overcome the gut issues I was experiencing with healing my own gut.”Suzanne Subaitani
- “And then as I continued forward going through each level one through four, because healing's not linear, so I'm so grateful for the education I received because I'm not only able to help myself and my family, but make…”Suzanne Subaitani
- “The people who come to me for help are looking to increase their energy.”Laura Frontiero
How long it took them
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 2
The interviews behind this answer
WatchDr. Ashley Beckman Resolves Chronic Anxiety and Complex Infections Using DesBio ProtocolsDr. Ashley Beckman, a Doctor of Chinese Medicine, utilizes DesBio to address root-cause issues in patients with complex chronic illness. She reports that DesBio’s Anxious drops successfully dial back long-term anxiety, making it manageable for patients, while…Ashley Beckman · Des Bio
WatchFrom Severe Eczema and Oozing Wounds to Clear Skin and GymnasticsNicole Thompson reviewed Integrative Health Carolinas, detailing her daughter's recovery from severe eczema and eosinophilic esophagitis. By following Dr. Temple’s gut-healing protocol, her daughter’s SCORAD score dropped from 87 to the teens. After failing b…Nicole Thompson · Integrative Health Carolinas
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
WatchElectrician Returns to Work and Expands Family After Chronic Illness RecoveryBen Hays achieved a full recovery at Dr. Autoimmune after struggling with chronic illness, anxiety, and fatigue. By following a nutrition-based approach, elimination diet, and mold detox, Ben met all three of his primary goals: returning to his normal life, r…Ben Hays · Dr. Autoimmune
WatchFrom Chronic Pain to Running 25 Miles Weekly with My Lyme DocErica regained her health at My Lyme Doc after struggling with Lyme disease, mold poisoning, and gut issues. Previously unable to play on the floor with her children, she now runs 20 to 25 miles per week and manages two companies. She credits the clinic's edu…Erica · My Lyme Doc
WatchMaster Practitioner Achieves Clinical Confidence and Root-Cause Gut Healing ResultsSuzanne Subaitani found that the Institute of Restorative Health (formerly Restorative Wellness Solutions) provided the evidence-based protocols necessary to move beyond conventional medicine's limitations. By utilizing tools like MRT food sensitivity testing…Suzanne Subaitani · Institute of Restorative Health (formerly Restorative Wellness Solutions)
WatchFunctional Medicine Practice Achieves Faster Symptom Resolution Through Voice Scan CoachingLaura Frontiero of a virtual functional medicine practice reports that Patricia Simone enables her clients to restore their health significantly faster. By utilizing voice scan coaching, patients ranging from young adults to those in their 90s achieve faster…Laura Frontiero · Patricia Simone
WatchGregory Bolin Finds Root Cause Treatment for SIBO and Lyme DiseaseGregory and Cathy Bolin reviewed Serenity Health Care Center, highlighting the clinic's ability to diagnose SIBO and Lyme disease when conventional GI doctors failed to do so. Gregory noted that Serenity secured a home test kit in just 5 days, compared to a m…Gregory and Cathy Bolin · Serenity Health Care Center
WatchOvercoming Chronic Gut Issues Through a Holistic Neuroplastic and Functional ApproachMiranda Rudegeair turned to Inner Genius Health after Western medicine failed to solve her chronic gut problems. By working with Dr. Traci Potterf, she achieved a higher baseline quality of life, lost 10 pounds, and adopted a sustainable 'healthy hedonism' li…Miranda Rudegeair · Inner Genius Health
What they doubted first
- “And I'm never worried about a client taking too much of them because we can adjust that.”Ashley Beckman
- “If you are thinking about joining the Institute of Restorative Health, I would say don't hesitate.”Suzanne Subaitani
- “The nervous system and its response to stress can start to shift from that pivot and clear it much faster, which makes everything in their healing process happen at a faster rate.”Laura Frontiero
Follow-up questions they answered
- Are homeopathic remedies safe for patients already on other medications?
- Yes, Dr. Ashley Beckman notes that DesBio products are easy to administer and safe for a wide range of patients, including the elderly on medication, children, and even pets. — Ashley Beckman
- Can DesBio help with long-term mindset shifts for anxious patients?
- Dr. Beckman observed that even for patients who have identified as 'anxious' since childhood, the Anxious drops work quickly to shift these deep-seated patterns and make the condition manageable. — Ashley Beckman
- How do DesBio remedies differ from standard herbal formulations?
- According to Dr. Beckman, DesBio's mental emotional remedies work on a different level than herbs, addressing repressed emotions and limiting beliefs that often impact long-term health. — Ashley Beckman
- Is the Integrative Health Carolinas program affordable for families?
- Nicole Thompson was initially concerned about the cost, but noted that the team was compassionate and worked to make the program reasonable and achievable for her to sign up, which gave her a lot of faith. — Nicole Thompson
- How long does it take to see results with Dr. Temple's eczema protocol?
- Nicole observed that the process is not linear and involves ups and downs. She began seeing fewer and less severe eczema flares at the six-month mark, with significant healing and clear skin achieved after one year. — Nicole Thompson
- What happens if traditional medications like Dupixent fail for my child?
- Nicole turned to IHC after biologic injections proved painful and ineffective for her daughter's GI issues. She found success by switching the focus to gut healing, eliminating dairy, wheat, and added sugars. — Nicole Thompson