The process of looking into a patient’s health through some biochemical markers as well as their lifestyle to promote a healthier individual. The doctor will dig deeply into several areas including: hormones, sleep patterns, micronutrients, inflammation, digestive health and blood work to determine the root cause of a patient’s imbalance or disease. The practitioner will encompass both herbs, supplements and even prescription medication if necessary to balance the body and get a patient healthier.
Botanical Medicine
Botanical Medicine
Uses different parts of plants or herbs in order to treat and/or prevent diseases.
Can be sold as dietary supplements.
Detoxification
Detoxification
Nutritional detox is usually a short term process of eliminating toxins from the body. Common ways are through fasting, herbs, teas, strict diets of fruits and vegetables.
Heavy metal detoxification or chelation therapy removes excess heavy metals from the body. Can be done through diet or an infrared sauna.
Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Detects possible yeast, parasites, and/or bacteria in the intestinal tract that may be causing illness and disease.
Often used for checking reasons for GI tract function and health, and inflammation.
Vitamins and Minerals Analysis
Vitamins and Minerals Analysis
Tests for deficiencies in micronutrients by using a fingerprint or venous blood sample for analysis. Supplementation is often the next step in treatment.
Nutritional Counseling
Nutritional Counseling
Nutritionist works with the patient to set health goals in regards to diet and exercise.
Food Allergy Testing
Food Allergy Testing
Detects possible yeast, parasites, and/or bacteria in the intestinal tract that may be causing illness and disease.
Often used for checking reasons for GI tract function and health, and inflammation.