Functional Medicine practitioners look “upstream”
to consider the complex web of interactions in the patient’s history, physiology, and lifestyle that can lead to illness. The unique genetic makeup of each patient is considered, along with both internal (mind, body and spirit) and external (physical and social environment) factors that affect total functioning.

What does the word “wellness” mean to you? I identify wellness as a person’s optimized view  of health and well-being.

Stress is unavoidable. Yet it is also manageable. You can change your response to stress and  have a huge impact on your resilience.

Our digestive tract is one of the primary places where our bodies interact with the ‘outside’  world. The lining of the small intestine is an important barrier, letting nutrients in and  preventing bacteria, viruses, toxins, and other unwelcome substances from entering the body.

With the hectic pace of day-to-day life, may of us don’t get the recommended amount of sleep each night. According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults typically need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night to function at their best.