How to advocate for yourself, understand labs, and build a hopeful plan.
In this episode of Hope Comes to Visit, Dr. Deb Muth joins me to talk about the gap between “you’re fine” and actually feeling well. We cover misdiagnosis in women, the difference between normal and optimal lab ranges, hormone patterns that masquerade as “just aging,” and practical ways to reduce everyday exposures. Dr. Deb also shares her personal journey from a frightening MS label to a full reversal by addressing infections, mold/mycotoxins, and toxins.
Below are highlights, top takeaways, and resources so you can take action today.
Top takeaways
Normal ≠ optimal. Aim for vitamin D ~60–80 and a TSH around 1–2 (with full thyroid panels).
Arrive prepared. Bring a symptom journal (what worsens/helps; sleep windows; food reactions). Ask what each ordered test will show—and what’s not being ordered.
Second opinions matter. Seek a second/third opinion outside the same hospital system; consider a functional medicine consult to explore root causes.
Small detox habits help. Fresh air exchange, air purifiers, warm lemon water, vitamin C, NAC, and (if tolerated) milk thistle support your system.
Trust your gut. Intuition is data. If you feel dismissed, keep asking.
Connect:
Dr. Deb Muth: serenityhealthcarecenter.com | FB group “She Knows” | Book: Seen at Last
For more stories, reflections, and ways to connect, visit www.DanielleElliottSmith.com or follow along on Instagram @daniellesmithtv and @HopeComestoVisit
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xo, Danielle
