Functional Pediatrician, Dr. Mario Brus, MD obtained his medical and pediatric specialty training at Loma Linda University in Southern California. His current emphasis is pediatric functional medicine, which aims to find underlying causation for pediatric chronic conditions. He addresses the root cause of these conditions with appropriate laboratory testing, genetic testing, and by emphasizing lifestyle and nutrition changes, as well as appropriate nutritional supplementation. This functional approach to pediatrics allows Dr. Brus to partner in the care of children by listening to families' concerns and making children's health his primary focus.    In this episode, Dr. Brus discusses: - His journey into functional medicine - Pyramid of pediatrics - His general approach to the pediatric population - What is causing most illness and disease in kids today - His thoughts and approach to autoimmunity - The best piece of advice he has given to his patients - And more!   If you want to learn more please visit us at https://www.funmedidaho.com/ for more information.    You can also watch the podcast on YouTube by searching for the Functional Medicine Foundations Channel.