Foundational/Functional Medicine

A functional or foundational approach to healing focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness, rather than just treating symptoms. This method emphasizes a holistic view, recognizing that the body operates as an interconnected system, where physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual factors contribute to health.

Key aspects include:

1. Individualized Care:

   Recognizing that each person’s body, lifestyle, and environment are unique, so treatments are customized.

2. Root Cause Analysis:

   Rather than suppressing symptoms, a functional approach digs into underlying causes—nutritional imbalances, toxicity, stress, gut health, hormonal issues, or inflammation—seeking to understand how and why symptoms develop.

3. Detoxification and Gut Health:

   Detoxifying the body of toxins and optimizing gut health is often prioritized. The gut is central to health, impacting immunity, mood, and even chronic disease, so improving digestion and balancing the microbiome are foundational steps.

4. Nutrient Repletion and Nourishment:

   Emphasis on a diet rich in whole, nutrient-dense foods, tailored to provide the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients required for the body to function optimally.

5. Mind-Body Balance:

   Recognizing the impact of stress, emotions, and mental health on physical health.