GrassRoots Functional Medicine

02/08/2026

🌿 NOW HIRING: Office Coordinator 🌿
📍 In-person | West Lebanon, NH

Grassroots Functional Medicine is looking for an upbeat, tech-savvy, health-passionate go-getter to join our growing team!

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves multitasking, communicates exceptionally well, and wants to grow into a leadership role within a purpose-driven practice.

Schedule:
🕗 Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Yes, long weekends every week)

Core Responsibilities:
• Answering phone calls and assisting patient requests
• Multitasking across administrative and office coordination duties
• Supporting staff and helping keep the office running smoothly
• Problem-solving independently and using technology with confidence
• Representing Grassroots Functional Medicine with professionalism, warmth, and integrity

What We’re Looking For:
• Optimistic, reliable, and trustworthy
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Strong multitasker who stays calm under pressure
• Tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems
• Passionate about health and wellness — walks the walk and talks the talk
• Someone excited about growth, leadership, and expanding responsibilities over time

Perks & Benefits:
✨ Paid Time Off
✨ Supplement discounts
✨ Functional testing at cost
✨ Access to our health & wellness equipment
✨ Opportunity for leadership growth within the practice
✨ Work in a mission-driven, health-focused environment

📧 To Apply:
Email your resume and cover letter to
office@grassrootsfm.com

If you love health, enjoy multitasking, and want a role where you can grow and lead — we’d love to hear from you.

02/07/2026

Autoimmune disease rarely has one single cause.

For many people, autoimmune symptoms develop after years of layered stress on the body.

Environmental toxins, chronic inflammation, gut barrier breakdown, blood sugar instability, nutrient deficiencies, and poor sleep can all shift how the immune system responds. Over time, these signals can change immune tolerance and regulation.

Additional drivers often include chronic stress load, hormone imbalance, gut dysbiosis, unresolved immune triggers, low cellular oxygen delivery, and ongoing chemical or medication exposure. When multiple systems are under strain, the immune system adapts in ways that can feel confusing and unpredictable.

Root cause healing focuses on understanding how the gut, hormones, metabolism, nervous system, and inflammation interact. Education empowers patients to see patterns, reduce total body stress, and support immune balance instead of chasing symptoms one by one.

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice or a diagnosis.

💬 Comment “AUTOIMMUNE” if you want the Autoimmune Root Guide and a clearer understanding of how layered stress can influence immune balance.

02/05/2026

✨ We’re Hiring: Administrative Assistant (In-Office | Mon–Thurs) ✨

GrassRoots Functional Medicine is growing, and we’re looking for a warm, organized, people-loving Administrative Assistant to join our in-office team.

This is a customer-facing role and a key part of the patient experience. You’ll be the friendly face and calming presence that helps people feel welcomed, supported, and cared for from the moment they walk through the door.

This role may be a great fit if you:
✅ Genuinely enjoy helping people
✅ Have a positive, can-do attitude
✅ Love learning and are passionate about health & wellness
✅ Thrive in a supportive, team-based environment
✅ Take pride in creating a nurturing, thoughtful experience for others

Position details:
✔️ In-office role at GrassRoots Functional Medicine
✔️ Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
✔️ Administrative + front-desk responsibilities
✔️ Fast-paced, meaningful work with real human connection

This isn’t just an admin job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven practice where 𝘩𝘰𝘸 people are treated matters just as much as 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 we do.

✨ Perks include: access to wellness equipment, supplement & lab discounts, and a culture focused on growth, learning, and results.

💚 If this sounds like you (or someone you know), we’d love to connect.
📩 Reach out or send us a message to learn more.

𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 — 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦.

02/05/2026

Cancer prevention is not about fear. It is about how your body functions.

This National Cancer Prevention Month, we are shifting the conversation from symptom control to root cause healing.

At GrassRoots Functional Medicine, we believe prevention starts long before the body breaks down. It begins with restoring proper function, supporting healthy systems, and educating patients so they can take an active role in their health.

Health is not something you wait to lose and then react to.

It is something you build and protect every day.

💬 Comment PREVENT here to learn more about building better health.

02/04/2026

People-pleasing isn’t just a personality trait.
Over time, it can become a physiological stressor.

Constantly saying yes, staying “on,” and ignoring your own needs can quietly dysregulate hormones, stress responses, and immune health — even when labs look normal.

Your body keeps score.
And eventually, it asks to be heard.

🎙️ Listen to the full podcast conversation here:

You’ll also love… Ep. 32 — Restore Your Nervous System and Why That Is Important with Rachael Rauch Ep. 22 — Healthy Presence and Empowered Wellness with Andrew Parsons Ep. 48 — Using Food as the Gateway to Change with Kirstin Nussgruber  If your calendar is ful

01/28/2026

Well… this wasn’t exactly the angle we would’ve chosen 😅
But we’ll say this: functional medicine is officially part of the conversation.

When an approach starts getting attention—even skeptical attention—it usually means something important is shifting. People are asking better questions. They’re no longer satisfied with being told to “wait and watch” or that everything is fine when it clearly isn’t.

At GrassRoots, we’re not here to convince everyone. We’re here for the people who know something is off and are looking for clarity, education, and a deeper understanding of their health.

So yes—publicity is publicity. And if it gets more people thinking critically about their health, immune function, and why symptoms can exist long before diagnoses… we’ll take it.

The conversation is happening. And that matters.

— Dr. Seth Osgood

Discover the growing field of functional medicine in the Upper Valley, where practitioners like Seth Osgood are helping patients find holistic solutions to their health problems.

01/28/2026

The Gut–Hormone Connection Behind Hair Loss

Hair loss is often blamed on hormones alone and yes, hormones matter.

But there’s a key piece many people miss: your gut plays a major role in how hormones are regulated.
Here’s what we see clinically.

Your gut microbiome contains something called the estrobolome a group of bacteria responsible for breaking down and clearing estrogen.

When gut health is compromised, estrogen doesn’t get metabolized or detoxified efficiently. That’s where imbalance begins.

Common patterns we see:

1. Hair thinning or shedding with no clear explanation

2. Signs of estrogen dominance

3. “Normal” hormone labs that don’t match how you feel

4. Digestive issues alongside hormone symptoms

In practice, many women struggling with hair loss aren’t producing too much estrogen they’re not clearing it well.

Gut dysfunction, inflammation, and impaired detox pathways can all contribute.
Hair loss isn’t just a cosmetic issue.

It’s often a signal that the gut–hormone connection needs attention.

GrassRoots Functional Medicine looks beyond hormone levels alone. Understanding how the gut processes and clears hormones helps reveal why imbalance is happening in the first place.

Understanding comes first. Healing follows.

👉️ Watch the full Hair Loss interview on our YouTube channel - The GrassRoots Functional Medicine: Knowledge-Hub

01/26/2026

The Biggest Red Flags for Mold Illness 🚩

Mold illness rarely shows up as one clear symptom.

It shows up as patterns your body keeps repeating.

Watch for these red flags:

1. You feel noticeably better when you leave your home, but symptoms flare when you return

2. Multiple family members or even pets have similar health issues

3. Symptoms began after a water event like a leak, flood, roof issue, musty basement, or new construction

4. You suddenly become sensitive to fragrances, chemicals, supplements, or foods you used to tolerate

5. You keep getting sick despite “normal” labs

6. You’ve collected diagnoses like chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, IBS, MCAS, anxiety, or depression but none fully explain what’s happening

These aren’t random problems.

They’re often signs your body is under toxic stress and struggling to adapt.

If this feels familiar, your body isn’t failing you.

It’s asking for a deeper look.

At GrassRoots Functional Medicine, we focus on identifying the root drivers behind these patterns so you can stop guessing and start understanding what your body needs.

Clarity comes first. Healing follows.

👉 Visit the GrassRoots Knowledge Hub to watch the full Mold & Mycotoxin video - link in comments.

01/24/2026

Still struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or unexplained symptoms even though your labs came back “normal”? 😳

Here’s the problem: standard testing only looks at snapshots. It rarely shows what’s really happening behind the scenes. That’s why so many people stay stuck feeling off, even after diets, supplements, or medications.

At GrassRoots Functional Medicine, we dig deeper. Functional lab testing helps you uncover what’s actually driving your symptoms so you can finally start healing.

Here’s what we focus on:

Thyroid & Hormones – Fatigue, mood swings, or hair loss? We assess thyroid conversion, cortisol rhythm, and daily hormone patterns.

Gut & Digestion – Bloating, reflux, or chronic inflammation? We check microbiome balance, infections, enzymes, and gut permeability.

Autoimmune & Inflammation – Unexplained joint pain or skin issues? We identify immune activation and inflammatory triggers.

Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease – Persistent fatigue or brain fog? We screen for Lyme, co-infections, and immune response patterns.

Metabolic & Heart Health – Blood sugar swings, insulin resistance, or family history of diabetes? We assess metabolic risk and inflammation early.

Nutrients & Cellular Health – Supplements not helping? We evaluate micronutrients, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial function for targeted support.

💡 The takeaway: guessing doesn’t work. Sustainable health starts with understanding your body and addressing root causes.

🔬 Want clarity? Explore our Advanced Functional Medicine Lab Testing and take the first step toward real answers. Link in first comment.

01/22/2026

Restoring Systemic Order in Lyme & Tick-Borne Illness

Lyme illness rarely exists in isolation.

It shows up when an already stressed system reaches its limit.

Watch for these patterns:

Two people are bitten by the same tick, but only one becomes chronically ill

Symptoms begin or worsen after prolonged stress, illness, or toxic exposure

Energy continues to decline despite treatment

Symptoms shift instead of resolving, creating repeated flare-ups

Aggressive “kill-everything” approaches lead to setbacks rather than progress

Labs and diagnoses explain pieces of the picture, but not the whole story

Lyme often acts as a catalyst, not the root cause.

It exposes immune exhaustion, toxic burden, metabolic fragility, and chronic stress that were already present.

These patterns aren’t a failure of effort.

They’re signals the system has lost order.

Healing isn’t about eradication.

It’s about restoring balance, immune signaling, inflammation control, detoxification, and cellular energy.

When order returns, microbes lose leverage not always because they’re gone, but because the environment no longer supports chaos.

GrassRoots Functional Medicine focuses on restoring systemic balance so the body can regain stability instead of fighting endless battles.

Visit our Knowledge Hub to watch the full Lyme Disease video - link in comments.

Clarity comes first. Healing follows.

01/21/2026

If 2026 is your year to hit reset on health, here’s where to start.

Most people focus on quick fixes, but real health comes from routines that support your body from the inside out. Let’s break it down:

1. Thyroid & Hormone Balance
Your hormones set the tone for energy, mood, and metabolism. Support them with:

Protein within 60–90 minutes of waking

Balanced blood sugar at every meal (protein + fiber + fat)

Strength training instead of chronic cardio

Consistent sleep before 11pm

Skipping these? Your thyroid conversion and hormone signaling could be compromised.

2. Gut & Digestive Health
Digestion drives nutrient absorption, immunity, and energy. Build a strong gut by:

Chewing food thoroughly

Eating without screens

Hitting 25–35g fiber daily

Spacing meals 3–4 hours apart

Chronic bloating or fatigue? It’s often your gut telling you it needs support.

3. Inflammation & Autoimmune Care
Immune health is connected to gut integrity and lifestyle. Reduce flare-ups with:

Sleep 7–9 hours per night

Rotating food triggers

Minimizing ultra-processed foods

Daily breathwork or walking

4. Heart & Metabolic Health
Support long-term energy and metabolic function with:

Post-meal walks (10–15 minutes)

Muscle-building 2–3x weekly

Tracking waist circumference, not just weight

5. Energy & Brain Health
Your circadian rhythm drives focus and mood. Protect it with:

Morning sunlight within 30 minutes of waking

Hydration before caffeine

Adequate protein intake

Reducing evening blue light

Feeling stuck despite these habits? Fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, or hormone shifts aren’t “normal.”

Stop guessing and start understanding your body with our FREE Knowledge Hub designed to teach root-cause solutions that actually work.

👉 Visit our Knowledge Hub for patient-friendly articles and videos that help you understand what your body is really asking for. https://go.grassrootsfunctionalmedicine.com/overview-7034-4200-6491-282595?fbclid=IwY2xjawPdpKxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEweFpGQWdDOGttSWFPejB0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiO0giC56fWjtr9q_IihhrgVW6YD7cIOpy1N191wjwhFoqgXI9mOpvac6mL0_aem_P9EkdPRqO0S0k9HyK53Djw