Pamela Lagenderfer

I know FOOD IS YOUR FOUNDATION to better health because I have lived it!

I grew up on a farm in rural Michigan. My family used conventional farming methods to raise wheat, corn, soybeans, and  pigs. I was active in 4-H and was an avid athlete.

You would think growing up on a farm and playing sports that I would have been really healthy but I was not! I had chronic ear infections as a child which resulted in many rounds of antibiotics. I had severe eczema and asthma which resulted in chronic steroid use. This ultimately wreaked havoc on my gut and hormones.

I was also very disconnected from my food. Every time I ate I felt bloated,  puffy and fat. This began a very unhealthy relationship with food which left me feeling depressed and exhausted most of the time.

Blood sugar imbalances…

I would often have sudden hypoglycemic episodes such as feeling anxious, shaky, and very irritable. My family and friends would often refer to this as ” the hulk” (as in the incredible hulk) coming out. These episodes would leave me with such intense cravings that I would consume large amounts of carbohydrates at a time which would send me on a quick high. This was followed by a quick low which usually left me feeling more exhausted. Little did I know I was on a constant blood sugar roller coaster which was causing major hormonal issues. Needless to say I did not feel well!

One fateful day I found Naturopathic Medicine…

In 1992, searching for a way to feel better, I began studying health fitness and nutrition in college. However, nothing that I was learning seemed to help improve how I felt. By the time I was 21 all of my symptoms intensified and I also began experiencing severe hormonal issues. I knew that I could not continue down this path and that there had to be a better way.

In the summer of 1995, I began researching other health fields that could give me answers. That is when I first discovered Naturopathic medicine. The philosophy is what sold me and I knew immediately that it was exactly what I was meant to do!

Nutrition is the cornerstone to health…

Both Naturopathic medicine, Functional medicine and Chinese medicine recognize nutrition as the cornerstone to health. I learned that food was not something to just make you feel bad or fat or thin, food was there to nourish the body and create long term optimal health. I learned how eating what I thought was a healthy food was actually the root cause for so many of my symptoms. I also learned it was possible to eat and feel good at the same time.

Food is the foundation for flourishing hormonal health! I want everyone to learn how to use the power of diet and lifestyle to nourish their body, soul, and mind.

Dr. Pam moved to Coeur d Alene, Idaho in 2002 and co-owns Lakeside Holistic Health, PLLC Health, PLLC with her husband Dr. Jerry Bailey. Lakeside Holistic Health, PLLC Health, PLLC has two locations serving the Inland Northwest: Coeur d Alene, Idaho and Liberty Lake, Washington.

Education

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, National University of Natural Medicine (formerly National College of Naturopathic Medicine).
Master of Science Oriental Medicine, National University of Natural Medicine (formerly National College of Naturopathic Medicine).
Bachelor of Science, Central Michigan University.
Fellow of American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (FABORM).
Fellow of American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology (FABNE).
Certified Apeiron Epigenetic Coach.
IFMCP (Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner) candidate pending 2022.
Certified in IV therapy & Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy.