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In this episode of The CIRS Group Podcast, hosts Barbara and Jacie dive into the shortcomings of conventional Western medicine, particularly for those suffering from chronic illnesses and autoimmune diseases.

We share personal stories about the inadequacies we've faced, the importance of finding doctors who can address root causes, and how to advocate for your health. We cover why a team approach, involving proficiency partners and specialist doctors, is crucial for effective treatment and healing. The conversation is grounded in their experiences with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), highlighting the necessity of holistic, personalized care.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:58 Personal Experiences with Conventional Medicine
02:54 Challenges with Conventional Medical Appointments
06:10 The Importance of Holistic and Functional Medicine
13:47 Navigating the Healthcare System and Self-Advocacy
17:26 Building Your Healthcare Team
24:37 Final Thoughts and Resources

HELPFUL LINKS MENTIONED:
List of certified CIRS practitioners: https://www.survivingmold.com/shoemaker-protocol/list-of-certified-practitioners
List of CIRS Proficiency Partners: https://www.survivingmold.com/shoemaker-protocol/surviving-mold-proficiency-partners-diplomates

The CIRS Group:
Support Community: https://thecirsgroup.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecirsgroup/

Other CIRS Support Communities:
CIRS Lab: https://cirslab.com
Jenny Johnson’s group: https://simplifiedwellnessdesigns.com/cirs-healing-collective
Melanie Pensak’s Meditation for CIRS community: https://thepracticeportal.circle.so/

Find Jacie for carnivore, lifestyle and limbic resources:
Jacie’s book on the Carnivore diet! https://a.co/d/8ZKCqz0
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladycarnivory
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyCarnivory
Blog: https://www.ladycarnivory.com/

Find Barbara for health and business tips and coaching:
Website: https://www.actlikebarbara.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actlikebarbara/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@actlikebarbara
Book a CIRS coaching call with Barbara: https://calendly.com/actlikebarbara/cirs-coaching

Jacie is a Shoemaker certified Proficiency Partner, NASM certified nutrition coach, author, and carnivore recipe developer determined to share the life changing information of carnivore and CIRS to anyone who will listen. Barbara is a business and fitness coach, CIRS and ADHD advocate, writer, speaker, and a big fan of health and freedom. Together, they co-founded The CIRS Group, an online support community to help people that are struggling with their CIRS diagnosis and treatment.