What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine identifies and addresses the root causes of disease to promote long-term wellness, rather than simply alleviating symptoms. We use a systems based approach to integrate and restore the natural, healthy function of all your body’s systems. Evaluation and diagnosis are based on lab evaluations (blood chemistry, urinalysis, hormone and endocrine systems, the gut biome, etc.), a full health history, and systems review. Treatment plans are individualized to each unique individual and may include: a nutritional plan/modification, modern supplements, traditional natural medicines, lifestyle recommendations, acupuncture, and cranio-sacral therapy. Principle #1: Symptoms are Signals Like the red warning […]