The Root Method™
A structured, root-cause framework to rebalance your digestion, energy, and hormones.
Does this sound like you?
You’re struggling with your energy, digestion, hormones, or other lingering symptoms and don’t know what your next steps are.
You've had labs run, tried the diets and supplements, but still don't feel like you're making meaningful progress.
You keep getting sent from specialist to specialist but still don’t have clear answers.
You know deep down that there’s another way besides taking pharmaceuticals.
You want to better understand the why behind your symptoms.
You'd like guidance in navigating both the conventional medical system and the holistic health world.
You're ready for a clear, structured plan instead of guessing your way through healing.
You're ready to commit to a deeper level of support and understand that lasting change takes time.
If so, The Root Method™ membership is for you.
R — Reveal the Root Cause
We take a deeper look at what’s actually driving your symptoms.
Instead of guessing, we’ll assess your digestion, gut health, inflammation, metabolism, hormonal health, and stress through a combination of functional lab testing, symptom patterns, lifestyle assessment, and health history.
This is where we connect the dots and uncover why you don’t feel like yourself.
O — Optimize Foundations
Before jumping into protocols, we strengthen the basics your body depends on.
This includes nutrition, digestive capacity (stomach acid, enzymes, bile), movement, sleep, and nervous system support.
Inside The Root Method, we will assess how to incorporate these foundations in a way that feels enjoyable and realistic for YOU.
When your foundation is solid, your body can then respond to other targeted interventions and start healing.
O — Ongoing Personalization
We will create a personalized plan based on your lab results, health history, and goals, then put it into action.
We will use specific protocols to address situations like parasites, SIBO, hormonal issues, or other imbalances that are keeping your body stuck.
As your body begins to respond, we will continuously adjust your plan—fine-tuning nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle to ensure it’s effective, realistic, and aligned with your needs.
This is where your protocol becomes truly individualized and sustainable.
T — Thrive
This is where you feel the difference: more energy, better digestion, clearer skin, and stable moods.
You understand your body, trust it, and feel confident in how to support your health long-term.
Inside The ROOT Method™:
✔️ We use food as medicine—alongside targeted supplementation and holistic support—to bring your body back into balance
✔️ I connect the dots for you—so you can finally understand what’s actually driving your symptoms and what your body truly needs
✔️ You’re not doing this alone — you’ll have guidance, structure, and support every step of the way
✔️ No more overwhelm. No more feeling stuck. Just a clear plan and real, sustainable progress
What you’ll get:
Comprehensive functional lab testing with a clear and personalized interpretation, so you actually understand what’s going on in your body
A customized protocol tailored to your body, symptoms, and lifestyle
Monthly coaching calls to track progress, address road blocks, make adjustments, and keep things moving forward
Ongoing chat support between sessions so you’re never left stuck or second-guessing your next step
A resource library to support your healing outside of sessions, including but not limited to:
Meal planning Tips
Cooking inspiration guide
Determining your nutrient needs
How to build a balanced plate
Healthy shopping lists
Journal prompts
Navigating social events, vacations, eating out
Detoxification support
Resources to continue your education
Deeper data. Clearer answers. Personalized healing.
Inside The Root Method, you’ll have access to various types of functional lab testing. If you’ve been feeling stuck, functional lab testing can uncover what traditional labs often miss—things like hidden gut imbalances, hormone dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies, and detox issues that are silently impacting your energy, digestion, mood, skin, and cycles.
Available labs include:
🧪 GI-MAP (advanced gut health panel)
🧪 SIBO Breath Test
🧪 Organic Acids Test (OAT)
🧪 Minerals + Toxic Metals Analysis
🧪 DUTCH Hormone Test
And more based on your symptoms and goals.
All tests are done at home and reviewed with you in detail. You’ll get more than just a lab report. You’ll get real insight, interpretation, and guidance tailored to your body and lifestyle.
Functional Lab Test Options
My method has helped many feel better — and I can help you, too.
“I couldn’t eat without running to the bathroom or unbuttoning my pants.”
“I originally came to Shannon with diarrhea, bloating, and not being able to eat without running to the bathroom or having to unbutton my pants. Working with her has resolved these issues and has helped me to enjoy food again while learning how to fuel my body with what it needs to feel strong and healthy.”
Next Step: Book a free discovery call. We'll talk through your health concerns, answer any questions you have, and make sure this feels like the right fit for you before moving forward.
Questions?
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