Parasites Aren’t the Root Cause: What Practitioners Are Missing

Parasites, bacterial overgrowth, and gut infections are often treated as the starting point of dysfunction, but what if they're not? In this episode, Michele breaks down a clinical perspective on gut health that goes beyond identifying pathogens and focuses on the environment that allows them to exist. You’ll hear how practitioners can get pulled into marker-based thinking, why validation matters without over-identifying the problem, and how poor sequencing can lead to stalled progress or recurring symptoms. This episode also explores the concept of capacity through the lens of the Vital Reserve, and why antimicrobial protocols require more from the body than we often consider. If you’ve had cases that improve but don’t hold, or clients who react poorly to the “right” protocol, this will help you think more clearly about timing, readiness, and the bigger picture. Join us for Clinical Summit Week | May 11–12, 2026A free clinical event for practitioners and coaches ready to deepen their knowledge of Advanced Lab interpretation. 👉 Click here to register:http://fdntraining.com/csw26This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health protocol.