Functional Medical Institute

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

Can we say team work!
And so much fun (and hard work)at the Bio Hackers World

09/04/2026

Champions, championing the Biohackers World.

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09/02/2026

Here is a visual aid to help you understand why we do all of the deep analysis at FMI. Such a powerful reminder that what we cannot see on the outside may matter tremendously on the inside. Visceral and ectopic fat are not simply cosmetic concerns—they are metabolically active and are associated with insulin resistance, inflammation, and increased cardiometabolic risk.

This is why health should never be judged by the scale alone. Body composition, metabolic health, nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, and consistent lifestyle choices all matter.

The goal isn’t simply to weigh less—it’s to become metabolically healthier from the inside out.

08/31/2026

Your chronological age is only part of the story.

The more important question may be: how are you aging biologically?

We’ll be taking the stage at Biohackers World, Chicago to explore “Unlocking the Biology of Human Longevity.”

A conversation about the mechanisms behind aging, healthspan, and what we can influence along the way.

📍 The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
📅 September 4th

If you’re going to be there, come say hello. We’d love to meet you.

[longevity, biohackersworld, functionalmedicine, healthspan, biologicalage, rootcausemedicine, chicago]

08/30/2026

Built not born…… Coming soon!

08/25/2026

You don’t need to wait for another Monday. ❤️

At FMIDR, we’ve seen through our work with patients that knowing what to do is often not the hardest part.

The hardest part is having the structure, support, and accountability to actually follow through.

That’s why Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele created the Kingdom Detox Program differently.

You won’t be left to figure it out on your own. You’ll have a clear plan, support throughout the process, accountability to keep you consistent, and physicians guiding you along the way.

It’s a community approach to getting back on track, and it’s something we’ve seen help so many of our own patients make meaningful changes.

If you’ve already signed up and know someone who could benefit from this kind of support, tag them in the comments below. You might be the reason they finally take that first step. ❤️

Ready to get started?

Comment DETOX below, and we’ll respond with the link to join. 👇

08/19/2026

What if medicine focused less on treating disease after it appears, and more on understanding what the body is telling us before it gets there? 🧬

That question has shaped much of my work in functional medicine, across 25,000+ patient conversations.

Health is built long before a diagnosis.
How we sleep, move, eat, recover, manage stress, and understand our biology all influence the direction our health takes.

In my latest feature with The Hollywood Magazine, I share why I believe the future of medicine starts long before you get sick, and why a more proactive approach to health can change the way we think about longevity.

🔗 Read the full article via the link in bio.

[functionalmedicine, preventivehealth, longevity, healthyaging, rootcausemedicine, metabolichealth, biologicalhealth, diseaseprevention, healthoptimization]

08/18/2026

As a medical community, we often talk about energy, hormones, stress, sleep and nutrition, but iron status deserves a place in that conversation too.

At FMIDR, we believe women should have the knowledge and tools to better understand their health, rather than simply accepting persistent fatigue, brain fog, hair thinning or feeling “off” as something they have to live with.

Dr. Michele has spent 30+ years working in this field, and she has distilled that experience into an Iron Guide for Women; a practical cheatsheet covering iron-rich foods, how to support absorption, and the key iron labs every woman should know about.

It’s the kind of resource we believe should be saved, shared, and kept within reach.

If you’re a woman who wants to be more informed about your iron status; or you know someone who needs to hear this; comment “IRON” below and we’ll send you the guide. ❤️

And tell us in the comments: Have you ever had your iron levels checked?

What did you learn?
Your experience might help another woman start an important conversation with her healthcare provider.

08/17/2026

Your Reset Starts September 10

If you’ve been wanting to reset your nutrition, get back to better habits, and feel more in control of your health, this is a great place to start.

On September 10th, Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood are opening a small, 14-day physician-guided detox group designed to give you structure, guidance, and support throughout the reset.

Inside the group, you’ll get:
• Daily guidance from Dr. Mark & Dr. Michele
• A clear 14-day protocol to follow
• Guidance on what to eat and what to remove
• Direct access to ask questions throughout the program
• A private group going through the reset with you

The goal is simple: give your body a structured reset while helping you understand what makes you feel better and what doesn’t.

The group is intentionally kept small so Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele can stay personally involved throughout the 14 days.

We start September 10th.

Comment "DETOX" below and we’ll send you all the link to secure your spot.