Integrative and Functional Nutrition for Your Best Health
Traditional and complementary medicine has often been overlooked as an important health resource, but the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes its many applications in preventing and managing chronic diseases related to our lifestyles. By acknowledging and utilizing these alternative therapies, we can complement traditional Western medicine to achieve optimal health and well-being.
But did you know that following an integrative and functional approach to medicine can help address the root cause of individual health needs?
Integrative medicine means using multiple modalities of healing to improve health. This can include things like diet, exercise, massage, acupuncture, and even pharmaceuticals. Meanwhile, functional medicine focuses on how food and nutrients can help modulate health and healing. So, in short, nutrition is the focus of functional medicine.
When you're diagnosed with a condition or illness, that is not necessarily the starting point. There are usually underlying causes that have been at work for years, and the disease is just the result of those causes. That's why it's essential to use a personalized approach that considers each individual's unique needs to balance the core areas of health.
So what are some of the root causes that could be affecting your health? It could be stress, toxins, adverse reactions, infections, or nutritional imbalances, among others. Even if two people have the same symptoms, they may require entirely different approaches because their root causes may be different.
A functional approach to treatment involves making changes to your diet, using supplements when needed, undergoing laboratory testing for further analysis, and making lifestyle changes. All of these things can help address the underlying causes of your health issues and improve your overall well-being.
If you are struggling with a chronic health condition, consider taking an integrative and functional approach to your treatment. Your body will thank you!
