Introduction In many situations, stress or cortisol in the body allows the host to go into a “fight or flight” response that works together with…

Functional medicine is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, functional medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. Functional medicine practitioners and health coaches spend time with their patients, taking a detailed history, listening to their background and stories, and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health and complex, chronic disease. In this way, functional medicine supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.
By changing the disease-centered focus of medical practice to this patient-centered approach, our physicians are able to support the healing process by viewing health and illness as part of a cycle in which all components of the human biological system interact dynamically with the environment. The human body all acts together. There are many systems but they all influence each other to maintain homeostasis. Functional medicine takes this understanding of the body and instead of sending the patient to multiple specialists for each system, it treats the body as a whole. This process helps to seek and identify genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors that may shift a person’s health from illness to well-being.
Introduction In many situations, stress or cortisol in the body allows the host to go into a “fight or flight” response that works together with…
Introduction The body has a defensive response known as the immune system that comes to the rescue when traumatic events or injuries impact certain areas…
Introduction The body is exposed to various environmental factors daily. Whether it is the environment that a person is living, the foods being consumed, or the level…
Introduction The immune system‘s role is to be the “protectors” of the body by attacking invaders that enter the body, cleaning up old cells, and…
Introduction The body needs the energy to get through the entire day. Energy can come in various foods consumed and converted into three molecules: carbohydrates,…
Everybody understands that exercise is necessary for optimal physical and mental health. Beginning a workout routine can be simple, but sticking with it long-term is…
Introduction The muscles, tissues, and ligaments help stabilize the joints and structure of the spine so that the body can function. These muscles are layered…
Introduction The brain sends neuron signals to the body to function for everyday movements like walking, running, or resting. These signals travel from the spinal…
Introduction When many individuals look for ways to relax after a stressful event in their daily lives, many people have an exercise regime that allows them to…
Ankylosing spondylitis/AS is a common type of arthritis that can cause damage to spinal structures, body parts, and organs. Ankylosing spondylitis causes inflammation in the…
Introduction Everyone has different tips and tricks for being healthy and losing weight. Many individuals incorporate other diets, eating habits, and exercise regimes to lose…
Energy Boosting Foods: Nutritionists, dieticians, and health coaches are constantly asked which foods help maintain energy, alertness, and focus throughout the day. The first thing…
Introduction The body is a functional being with the brain to control the host’s movements when going to places or resting, the immune system to battle viruses that enter…
Introduction The brain and the spinal cord have a casual relationship in the nervous system as they help transport neuron signals to the rest of the body. These neuron…
Internal injuries occur under the skin and muscle tissues. Internal organ damage occurs when an organ’s structure becomes altered or begins to malfunction and can…
Introduction The brain’s main job is to keep the body moving and provide functionality to all the major organs through neuro signaling from the numerous…
Introduction Everyone tries to make healthy life choices by boosting their immune system. Getting adequate sleep, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, drinking plenty of water, and exercising all help increase…