Functional Medicine Institute

GLP-1, GIP, and Glucagon: The Hormones Behind Sustainable Weight Loss

Amber Warren, PA-C, is joined by functional medicine nurse practitioner Heather Lucas, MSN, FNP-C, to explain the science behind GLP-1–based therapies and metabolic weight loss. They break down how GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon influence appetite, insulin resistance, and fat metabolism, and discuss how therapies such as semaglutide, tirzepatide, and emerging triple agonists are used in metabolic care.This episode explores why improving metabolic health requires more than appetite suppression, highlighting the role of nutrition, strength training, sleep, stress, and gut health. Learn how peptides may be used as functional medicine tools to support fat loss, protect muscle, and improve long-term metabolic health.

Weight Loss Resistance: How Hormones, Muscle, and the Gut Control Fat Loss

Host Amber Warren and guest, Dr. Mark Holthouse, explore a functional, root-cause approach to metabolic weight loss, going beyond the outdated “calories in, calories out” model. They discuss why weight loss resistance is rarely about willpower and how hormones, cortisol, gut health, muscle mass, and environmental factors influence metabolism.The episode highlights FMI’s Premier Metabolic Reset program, responsible use of GLP-1s and peptides, and the importance of protein, body composition, and practical lifestyle strategies for sustainable fat loss. A concise, science-backed conversation on achieving long-term metabolic health through personalized functional medicine care.

Introducing Functional Medicine Institute: Primary, Functional, & Specialty Care

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Dr. Mario Brus Explains Why Kids Are Getting Sicker [Rebroadcast]

We’re rebroadcasting this important episode with Functional Pediatrician Dr. Mario Brus, MD. Trained at Loma Linda University, Dr. Brus specializes in pediatric functional medicine, focusing on the root causes of chronic conditions in children.In this episode, he explains how targeted lab testing, genetic insights, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and high-quality supplements can support children’s health. Dr. Brus emphasizes partnering with families, listening to their concerns, and creating personalized care plans to help kids thrive.

Are Your Breast Implants Causing Your Health Issues?

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Breast Health: Thermography and Personalized Screening

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Toxins 101

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Colon Hydrotherapy & Gut Health

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The Truth About Lean Mass Hyper Responders and Keto

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The Power of Peptides: GLP-1/GIP, SLU-PP-332, and 5-Amino-1MQ Molecule Explained

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