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"Before I started with Ashley and her wonderful team, I had some issues that were decreasing my quality of life. Brain fog, a messed up gut, joint pain and difficulty sleeping were among top problems, which was leading to depressed feelings about how my life was going to look as time marches on. As I work with Ashley and the team, I am feeling very supported and empowered to regain control of my health, one step at a time. I've only been following the process for a few weeks and I feel so much better. I love that I am learning what I need for my specific issues and as I follow the program that is tailored specifically for me, it is becoming extremely clear that functional medicine is the only way to heal the body.  
I have increased energy to workout and have lost some weight too. Sleep is better and I'm feeling positive about the next chapter in my life. 
This program is easy to follow and understand. The "whys" are explained which helps to stick with it and the team is always available to answer questions and coach you along. Thank you Rise Functional Medicine for putting me on the path of good health."
-Patti Kautz

"Hi everyone my name is Jack Doherty. Before starting this program I was constantly feeling bloated, constipated, low energy and having breakouts on my skin. I knew I wanted to heal myself but not the traditional unnatural way. When I found RISE functional medicine I knew I was in the right place. Since finishing the program my digestion and acne has improved so much only within a few months. I was surprised how smooth and easy the process was and how I was able to play a high level contact sport while fixing my body. I am so thankful to have found Ashley and the RISE team and I would say if you are on the fence you should totally give it a try because you body will thank you later."
-Jack Doherty

"Working with Ashley has been the best thing for my health! At 46, I was experiencing unusual weight gain, muscle loss, terrible bloating, and lack of energy in my workouts. I simply did not feel like myself and I was frustrated with what was happening in my body. But after going through the 3 month program with Ashley, I have lost 17 lbs, don't experience bloating anymore, have more energy in my workouts, and have shifted my diet to foods that work for me and my body's specific needs. Ashley's program was fully comprehensive, and - most importantly - Ashley felt like my personal champion all along the way and she was always available via her app if I had questions or concerns. I HIGHLY recommend Ashley and her amazing program!”
-Julie

-What was going on in your life before starting this program?
I was exhausted, constipated, gassy, in pain, had hot flashes, night sweats, was not sleeping well and more.

-How were those symptoms or challenges affecting your day-to-day life?
 I felt like I had to use all of my energy just to get through the work day leaving nothing left for my family and friends. Weekends were spent catching up on all of the chores I couldn’t get to during the week because I was so tired.

-What changes have you noticed since starting your work with Rise Functional Medicine?
I feel so much better! I am having regular bowl movements and am pain free. I don’t have to worry about eating before a presentation or anything important for fear that I would be in pain or have gas, which could be uncomfortable and be distracting. My hot flashes and night sweats have dramatically dissipated and my sleep is evening out.

-How has this impacted your energy, confidence, or quality of life?
I have more energy which has definitely impacted my quality of life for the better. This has also increased my confidence as well.

-Before joining, were you skeptical about this approach and how do you feel now?
I was mostly worried about the work that this approach would entail but after I started feeling better it was well worth the work.
Jen M

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"I have been working with Rise for about 15 months, after experiencing major gut and lung issues that were incredibly foreign and scary to me as a very active working parent. The traditional Western medical establishment did their best to manage my symptoms as I struggled to maintain my usual pace amid significant flares that interrupted my life significantly. Dr. Ashley worked swiftly to identify the root cause of my issues, using evidence-based diagnostic tools and blood tests to isolate imbalances contributing to my symptoms and to devise an individualized treatment plan. She coached me through 2 phases of treatment and encouraged me during setbacks. She helped me see all the progress I had made and reinforced the notion to listen to my body, rest, and re-calibrate my expectations about the insanely fast pace our society considers “normal.”

As the 3rd phase of my treatment, I started the Wellness Program a month ago. My gut issues have almost completely ceased. I haven’t needed my inhalers yet this winter. I still struggle with fatigue, and yet I can feel that my body is healing from the inside out. I am learning to conserve energy and set boundaries so that I can do the things most important to me. I’m fitting in meditative breathing throughout my day, given that my past meditation practice (sitting for 20 min twice a day) is just not feasible with young kids and other middle age pressures on me. I am deeply grateful for Dr. Ashley and the Rise Team. Working with them has changed my life!"
Caitlin

"I'm on day 31 of the gut reset and I have lowered my resting heart rate by 10-15 beats, lost 5 pounds and counting (I hadn't been able to lose a pound in 3 years), gained 2% lean body mass, feel lighter in my body and clothes, have clearer skin, have energy that lasts all day, and sleep deeper. And those are just the physical benefits (which are huge for me). I was surprised to feel my internal stress lower significantly despite none of my external responsibilities changing. While the program structure can be hard at times, I have found that I am buying food with more intention (reducing food & money waste) and eating with much more intention. Before, there were times I was eating mindlessly and using food for dopamine hits. The ripple effect is that I'm preparing healthier and more intentional meals for my family.  

The structure of the program is incredibly supportive and the nutritional coaches and Dr. Ashley Schrader are available to problem solve and help with any struggles. The weekly zooms by Dr. Schrader are an added bonus to learn additional ways to promote health in holistic ways. I had tried all different strategies to tend to my health and it's been eye opening to learn that the biggest and most impactful health lever I could pull is healing my gut."
Sarah Cook 

"I always considered myself healthy, but over time, my body stopped feeling like my own. At 37, I couldn’t accept that this was just “aging.” My energy plummeted, my weight went up by 12lbs with no change in diet, and I was constantly fatigued. Running, which I had done a lot of, became a struggle, I became forgetful, and I couldn’t shake daily brain fog.
Overwhelmed by the endless information available today for diets, workouts, and supplements, I felt lost and frustrated. Then I found Rise; Dr. Ashley and the team have been through their own health challenges, so they understand the journey. Their holistic approach—mind, body, nutrition, stress—was a game changer. They didn’t just help me feel better; they educated me on how my body works and gave me the tools to take control of my health. This program not only gave me my present day back, but I feel like I’m in my 20s again."
Clairanne