Functional Medicine & Health Coaching
What is Functional Medicine Anyway
Functional Medicine Focused on Identifying the Root Cause
Frustrated by “everything appears normal” yet still feeling unwell?
We employ advanced diagnostic testing, individualized treatment plans, and natural therapies to determine the underlying reasons for your fatigue, weight gain, hormonal imbalances, or inflammation — guiding you toward restored health and vitality.
Customized strategies. Verified outcomes. Effective root-cause healing begins here.
Meditation helps with behavioral response to stress. A perfect health biohack.
Detox & Renew the Body
Feed the Mind
Proper gut bacteria helps, regulate, weight, anxiety, and depression
Exercise helps with serotonin, sleep, muscle strength, and bone health
Proper sleep helps regulates blood sugar, cortisol, and melatonin
Why Hormone Testing Is So Important
Understanding Hormone Balance in Functional Medicine
In functional medicine, maintaining hormone balance is essential for optimal energy, weight management, sleep quality, mood stability, and metabolism. Hormones play a crucial role in regulating these bodily functions, and imbalances can lead to a variety of symptoms.
Different Types of Hormone Testing
Not all hormone tests provide the same information. Traditional blood tests (serum) offer a quick snapshot of hormone levels at a single moment in time. While useful for measuring certain hormones, blood tests often miss the natural daily fluctuations and patterns that hormones follow.
The Advantages of DUTCH Testing
DUTCH testing, which analyzes urine and saliva samples, provides a more comprehensive view of hormone activity over a 24-hour period. This test reveals how your body metabolizes hormones, including important insights into cortisol rhythms, estrogen breakdown, and other hormone pathways. Such detailed information can help identify underlying causes of symptoms that blood tests might overlook.
Why Hormone Testing Matters
If you are experiencing fatigue, unexplained weight gain, or feeling generally “off,” hormone testing can help uncover the root causes. Your symptoms are not random; they are signals from your body indicating that something is out of balance. Rather than guessing, hormone testing allows for targeted, personalized treatment plans to restore balance and improve your overall health.
Inflammation
Functional Medicine & Inflammation: Addressing the Root Cause Beyond Symptom Relief
Functional medicine considers chronic inflammation not merely as a symptom but as a fundamental contributor to numerous contemporary health issues — including fatigue, joint pain, autoimmune diseases, and hormonal imbalances. Rather than simply suppressing inflammation, functional medicine seeks to understand its underlying causes by examining factors such as gut health, blood sugar regulation, toxin exposure, chronic stress, and nutrient deficiencies. The objective is to not only reduce inflammation but also to reestablish enduring balance and resilience within the body.
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
1. Is there science behind how functional medicine helps?
Yes. Functional medicine is firmly grounded in clinical research and utilizes evidence-based testing combined with root-cause analysis. It integrates modern scientific knowledge with lifestyle, nutrition, and personalized care to restore long-term health rather than merely managing symptoms temporarily.
2. What are the credentials of a Functional Medicine practice?
Functional Medicine is typically practiced by licensed healthcare providers such as Nurse Practitioners, Medical Doctors, Chiropractors, or Dietitians who have completed advanced training in Functional Medicine. Many are certified through programs like the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) or other accredited institutions. These credentials demonstrate their expertise in identifying root causes, using advanced diagnostic testing, and creating personalized healing plans tailored to each patient.
3. Who should get hormone testing?
Hormone testing is beneficial for anyone experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, unexplained weight gain, mood changes, sleep disturbances, low libido, or irregular menstrual cycles. It is especially valuable during transitional phases like perimenopause and menopause or whenever hormone imbalances are suspected to be impacting overall health and well-being.
4. Is it really “natural” if I get hormone replacement?
Yes. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) uses hormones that are chemically identical to those naturally produced by your body. These hormones are often derived from plant sources and are designed to support your body’s natural balance rather than override or disrupt it.
5. How can hormone replacement benefit me?
Hormone replacement therapy can improve energy levels, stabilize mood, enhance sleep quality, boost metabolism, increase mental clarity, and support sexual wellness. Additionally, it can alleviate symptoms commonly associated with menopause, perimenopause, and other hormone-related imbalances, helping you regain a better quality of life.
6. What happens at my first functional medicine visit?
During your initial visit, we take the time to thoroughly understand your complete health story. This includes discussing your symptoms, lifestyle habits, medical history, and health goals. Based on this comprehensive information, we may recommend advanced laboratory testing and develop a personalized plan that incorporates nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle modifications tailored specifically to your needs.
7. Why are the intake forms so long?
Functional medicine considers the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. Your comprehensive health and life history help us identify patterns and root causes, enabling us to create the most effective and individualized plan for your body rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
8. What does a functional medicine practice actually do?
We help you discover the underlying reasons why you are not feeling well. Instead of simply masking symptoms, we use laboratory testing, natural therapies, and lifestyle changes to support your body’s healing process and promote long-term health and wellness.
9. I heard functional medicine doctors often recommend a lot of supplements — are they really necessary, or just a sales tactic?
In functional medicine, supplements are used strategically to correct genuine deficiencies, support healing, or address specific imbalances identified through lab testing. They are not prescribed indiscriminately, and quality is paramount. A reputable provider will recommend only what is necessary based on your individual health goals and test results. You should always feel comfortable asking why each supplement is being suggested to ensure transparency and trust in your care.
