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Functional Medcine
Functional Medicine is a personalized and holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms.
Here's how Functional Medicine works:
Root Cause Focus: Instead of asking “What drug matches the disease?”, functional medicine asks “Why is this happening?” and “What can we do to restore balance?”
Patient-Centered: It looks at the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. Your genetics, environment, lifestyle, and emotional health are all considered.
Integrative Approach: Combines conventional medical practices with alternative therapies—like nutrition, supplements, stress management, and exercise—to promote optimal health and healing.
Preventive & Restorative: It aims to prevent illness before it starts and helps patients regain health by restoring proper function to the body’s systems.
Example:
If someone has high blood pressure, instead of immediately prescribing medication, a functional medicine practitioner might:
- Check for nutritional deficiencies
- Review stress levels
- Evaluate sleep habits
- Investigate hormone imbalances
- Explore family and medical history in detail
