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Functional Medicine

​Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of an individual's health issues. When it comes to gastrointestinal disorders, functional medicine practitioners look at a range of factors that may be contributing to the problem, including diet, lifestyle, stress, and gut microbiome imbalances.

One of the key principles of functional medicine is personalized care. This means that practitioners take the time to understand each patient's unique health history, lifestyle, and genetic makeup in order to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses their specific needs.

When it comes to gastrointestinal disorders, functional medicine practitioners may use a range of tools and techniques to help identify the underlying causes of the problem. These may include comprehensive stool analysis, food sensitivity testing, and advanced imaging tests.

Once the underlying causes of the gastrointestinal disorder have been identified, the functional medicine practitioner will develop a personalized treatment plan designed to address these issues. This may involve dietary changes, nutritional supplements, stress reduction techniques, and other lifestyle modifications.

One of the key benefits of functional medicine for gastrointestinal disorders is that it takes a comprehensive approach to treatment. Rather than simply treating the symptoms of the problem, functional medicine practitioners work to identify and address the root cause of the issue. This can lead to more effective and long-lasting results for patients.

If you are struggling with a gastrointestinal disorder, it may be worth exploring the benefits of functional medicine. By working with Dr. Bezjak Drake, you can take a personalized and comprehensive approach to your health and wellness, and find relief from your symptoms.

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Gastrointestinal Disorders

SIBO, IBS-C, IBS-D, constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, Crohn's, colitis, acid reflux, microbial dysbiosis, are  just some chronic conditions that we regularly treat.
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Hormones

Women's health issues such as long or short menstrual cycles, problematic menstruation, fertility support, menopause, endometriosis, PCOS
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Stress

Learn more about how chronic stress affects our resilience, how we can measure this resilience with lab work, and then how we can then support your HPA axis.
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