Dare To Age Well Now
If you’ve ever thought, “There’s got to be more than just getting older”—you’re in the right place.
DAWN: Aging Well Now is a podcast for women (and the wellness providers who support them) who are ready to take charge of their health, redefine aging, and live with strength, clarity, and connection—starting now.
Hosted by {{Your Name}}, founder of the Be Freaking Awesome movement, this series features real conversations with chiropractors, functional medicine experts, and everyday women who are rewriting the rules on what it means to age well—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Each episode explores topics like:
- Hormone health, metabolism & energy
- Red light therapy, balance & recovery
- Strength, mobility & nervous system support
- Mindset, confidence & self-image in midlife
- Gut health, supplements, and sustainable nutrition
- Community, purpose, and the joy of living fully
Because without your health, living a freaking awesome life is exponentially harder.
If you're ready to stop settling and start aging on your own terms—this podcast is your next right step.
Dare To Age Well Now
EP17: Hope for Healing: Getting to the Root Cause of Autoimmune Disorders with Dr. Tricia Thompson
In this episode of Dare to Age Well Now, host Angela Belford speaks with Dr. Tricia Thompson, a former emergency physician turned functional medicine physician. They discuss the differences between traditional and functional medicine, focusing on the importance of understanding the root causes of chronic illnesses, particularly inflammation and autoimmune disorders. Dr. Thompson emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to healing, which includes nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes, rather than solely relying on pharmaceuticals. The conversation highlights the potential for recovery and improvement in quality of life for those suffering from chronic conditions.
Takeaways
- Tricia Thompson transitioned from emergency medicine to functional medicine to address chronic health issues.
- Functional medicine focuses on finding the root causes of health problems, particularly inflammation.
- Chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) can lead to various health issues, including autoimmune diseases.
- Traditional medicine often focuses on symptom management rather than addressing underlying causes.
- Autoimmune disorders are often linked to gut health and can be managed through functional medicine approaches.
- Patients can see significant improvements in their health within weeks of starting functional medicine treatments.
- The body has an innate ability to heal if given the right tools and nutrients.
- Holistic approaches to health include diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.
- Many patients are unaware of the options available to them outside of traditional medicine.
- Functional medicine practitioners can often identify health issues through patient history rather than extensive testing.
Titles
- Healing Beyond Symptoms: A Functional Medicine Approach
- The Power of Inflammation: Understanding Chronic Illness
Sound Bites
- "I want people to get better."
- "Our bodies only know how to heal."
- "We deal with all of you."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Functional Medicine
02:56
Understanding Inflammation and Its Impact
05:51
The Role of Traditional Medicine
08:47
Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
11:54
Autoimmune Disorders and Their Management
14:44
Finding the Root Cause of Illness
17:34
Holistic Approaches to Healing
20:38
Conclusion and Resources