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Functional Medicine: A Holistic Approach

Functional medicine is an area of medicine that takes a holistic, systems-based approach to health, focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of diseases rather than merely treating symptoms. Unlike conventional medicine, which often relies heavily on pharmaceuticals to manage isolated symptoms, functional medicine views the body as an interconnected system. It considers factors like nutrition, gut health, inflammation, hormone balance, environmental toxins, and genetics to determine what is driving chronic conditions such as diabetes, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, heart disease, etc. By addressing these root imbalances—through strategic nutrition, lifestyle modifications, targeted supplementation, and stress management—functional medicine empowers individuals to restore balance and prevent disease progression. This approach is crucial in combating the chronic disease epidemic, as it shifts the focus from symptom suppression to long-term recovery and improving overall quality of life.

 

Our approach, here at TrustyHealth, is not to replace the conventional medical care provided by your doctors, but we do encourage you to take better control of your health by embarking on our holistic nutritional programs, which will arm you with the knowledge and tools you need to improve your health outcomes, while still maintaining regular follow-ups with your primary care providers. We seek to empower your well-being with our comprehensive and trusted protocols.

HOLISTIC NUTRITIONAL RECOVERY PROGRAMS

3 Offerings are available to give everyone who needs to a chance to participate and embark on a program that will ultimately lead you to improve your health and well being, while also achieving natural weight loss and longevity.  For each one of these protocols, I provide you with detailed guidance and holistic coaching on how to use mostly regular foods you can purchase from grocery stores to significantly improve and/or sometimes even recover from your chronic illness.

  • The Comprehensive Nutritional Recovery Protocol (7-Weeks)
  • The Sledgehammer Nutritional Detox Protocol (4-Weeks)
  • Natural GLP-1 Weight Loss/Anti-aging Protocol (4-Weeks)

While following these protocols, you will see improvements with common Metabolic Diseases such as High Blood Pressure, Diabetes Mellitus, High Cholesterol, Fatty Liver Disease, as well as other chronic diseases like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Cancer, chronic inflammatory conditions like Autoimmune diseases, or GI issues like irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, SIBO, etc. While we do not promise any cure, if you follow the program diligently you can expect to see significant improvements, not only in the way you feel, but also in your laboratory markers. You are responsible to follow up with your primary doctors to help you monitor your progress, labs, and your usual health maintenance.

The Comprehensive Nutritional Recovery Protocol (7 Weeks)

  • This is a comprehensive group program where participants are taught and guided on how to apply strategic nutritional principles, natural remedies and holistic lifestyle changes to take back control of their health.
  • This program includes the 4-Week Sledgehammer Nutritional Detox Protocol, which delves deep into the issue of emotional eating and food addiction while walking you through the process of cleaning out your body from the inside out.
  • The second part of the program then arms you with more understanding on specific chronic diseases, as well as some unique insights on how to combat them.
  • The group encounters solve the problem of loneliness that comes with illness isolation.
  • Participants also get to build the much-needed community with like-minded thrive-worthy/progressive-thinking people, which does help to improve their health.
  • All the meetings are done through TeleHealth, and you will be added to our Facebook community.
  • You will also retain access to all the online videos for your protocol for 6 months, with the opportunity to renew your membership, as needed.

The Sledgehammer Nutritional Detox Protocol (4 Weeks)

  • This is an effective nutritional detoxification program that teaches you the importance of liver detox and walks you through the process of using strategic nutrition to detoxify your body from the inside out, while also dealing with issues of possible food addiction, emotional eating, stress management, etc.,
  • Participants are taught and guided on how to apply strategic nutritional principles, natural remedies and holistic lifestyle changes to take back control of their health.
  • Specific attention is put on identifying and explaining some recommended foods of abstinence and moderation, as well as how to maintain your health long term.
  • The group encounters solve the problem of loneliness that comes with illness isolation.
  • All the meetings are done through TeleHealth, and you will be added to our Facebook community.
  • You will also retain access to all the online videos for your protocol for 6 months, with the opportunity to renew your membership, as needed

Natural GLP-1 Weight Loss/Anti-aging Protocol (4 Weeks)

  • This protocol actually includes the Sledgehammer Nutritional Detox Protocol because nutritional detox is an important part of your natural weight loss routine.
  • Participants are taught and guided on how to activate their natural GLP-1 hormone to achieve sustainable weight loss using nutritional principles and holistic lifestyle changes, as well as how to maintain it long-term.
  • This program is highly effective because we address the important issues related to possible food addiction, emotional eating, stress management, and the role that complex trauma might play in the problem.
  • You also learn about the natural weight loss and detox practices that translate to anti-aging effects.
  • The group encounters also encourages participants to build the much-needed community with like-minded thrive-worthy/progressive-thinking people, which does help to maintain the weight loss and improve their health.
  • All the meetings are done through TeleHealth, and you will be added to our Facebook community.
  • You will also retain access to all the online videos for your protocol for 6 months, with the opportunity to renew your membership, as needed.

One-on-one Nutritional Recovery Program (7 Weeks)

  • The one-on-one program is similar to the Comprehensive Nutritional Recovery Protocol (please refer back to that section).
  • This option is only available to the few people who prefer a much more personalized approach, and believe that they have unique health challenges that makes them unable to participate in the group program.
  • In addition to the scheduled meetings, the participant will be given access to my cell phone number to ask any pressing questions that may come up during the week.
  • All the meetings are done through TeleHealth, and you will be added to our Facebook community, as well.
  • You will also retain access to all the online videos for your protocol for 6 months, with the opportunity to renew your membership, as needed.

CANCER PREVENTION AND SLOW DOWN

Functional medicine plays a vital role in cancer prevention and slowing its progression by addressing the root causes of inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic imbalances that contribute to cancer development.

Key Strategies in Functional Medicine for Cancer Prevention & Management:

  • Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition: A diet rich in cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale), berries, turmeric, and green tea can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, which are key drivers of cancer.
  • Gut Health & Detoxification: Supporting liver detox pathways with foods like beets, garlic, and leafy greens helps remove carcinogens and toxins from the body. Probiotic-rich foods like kimchi and sauerkraut enhance gut microbiome balance, reducing systemic inflammation.
  • Blood Sugar & Insulin Regulation: High insulin levels fuel cancer growth. A low-glycemic diet with fiber-rich foods like chia seeds, flaxseeds, and legumes can help stabilize blood sugar and reduce cancer risk.
  • Stress & Immune Support: Chronic stress weakens immunity. Practices like meditation, breathwork, and relaxation can lower cortisol and enhance immune surveillance against abnormal cells.
  • Toxin Reduction: Avoiding endocrine disruptors found in processed foods, plastics, and household chemicals helps lower the body’s toxic burden and reduce cancer risk.

By integrating these holistic, root-cause approaches, functional medicine offers a proactive way to lower cancer risk, slow progression, and improve overall resilience while working alongside conventional treatments. So, if you or someone you know is affected by Cancer, and you are ready to finally give yourself the self-love you deserve and clean up your nutrition and health from the inside out, then sign up for our 7-Week Comprehensive Nutritional Recovery Protocol so that we can arm you with the knowledge and skill you need to take back your health.

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UNDERSTANDING CHRONIC FATIGUE

Are you an adult suffering from Chronic Fatigue? CFS sufferers often deal with the frustration of not being understood and sometimes even gets dismissed by conventional medicine. Most have tried seeking medical help from different health professionals and completed different lab tests, all to no avail. If you are really tired of being tired, I would like to work with you, and help you put this potentially debilitating condition behind you.

I am someone just like you, who had suffered from chronic fatigue and Hyper-somnolence (excessive sleepiness) for as long as I can remember. Finally applying my targeted nutritional strategies has transformed my life, and I would like to help you do the same.

Click Here to download my Free eGuide on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome to learn more.

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Aspects of Functional Medicine

Nutritional Therapy:

Utilizes personalized nutrition plans to address health issues, promoting optimal wellness by ensuring individuals receive essential nutrients needed for their unique biochemistry, supporting overall health and vitality.

Plant-based Medicine:

Harnesses the healing properties of plants for health benefits. These herbal remedies are customized to address specific conditions, utilizing natural compounds to support the healing processes of the body.

Mind-Body Medicine:

This medication emphasizes the link between mental and physical well-being. It uses practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation to enhance overall health and address health concerns related to stress.

Detoxification Support:

Assists the body in eliminating toxins through targeted interventions, supporting liver function, and promoting the removal of harmful substances. This can contribute to improved health and vitality.

Hormone Balancing:

Addresses imbalances in hormones, optimizing the endocrine system's function. Personalized plans may include lifestyle changes, nutritional support, and, if necessary, bio-identical hormone therapy for overall hormonal well-being.

Functional Testing and Diagnostics:

Utilizes advanced diagnostic tests to identify underlying imbalances and root causes of health issues. These tests guide personalized treatment plans, allowing for targeted interventions and optimal health outcomes.

Benefits of Telehealth to Functional Medicine:

Reduces Barriers to Care:

Say goodbye to commute hassles and appointment cancellations. Our Telehealth option lets you connect from home, ensuring consistent participation to appointments.

Allows Time for High-Quality Care:

Telehealth eliminates waiting times, offering dedicated one-on-one sessions for focused, high-quality care.

Expands the Reach of Holistic Care:

Telehealth services transcend geographic boundaries, reaching patients in remote areas and those with mobility challenges. From the convenience of your home, you can obtain whole foods from your local grocery stores and use natural remedies for common ailments.

Resolution of Multiple Health Issues with Functional Medicine:

Our practitioners give tips on holistic approaches to health and wellness. This personalized approach focuses on the improvement and possible resolution of complex health issues like arthritis, adrenal disorders, digestive disorders, autoimmune diseases, and more.

The time to prioritize your health is now with our supporting and skilled team. Our experts address your healthcare needs via telemedicine.

Patient-centered care:

Based on the assessment of your medical history, we make a proper nutritional and lifestyle modification plan.

Functional Medicine - Frequently Asked Questions

It benefits patients with chronic conditions, including adrenal disorders, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia.

Patients often start feeling better within a few months. But significant improvement may take up to 6 months or more.

According to the report presented by the Center for Functional Medicine in 2019, the global physical health of approximately 30-40% has increased up to 5 points. It also enhances the health of primary care patients by more than 5 points.

The diet should be rich in vitamins and minerals. It consists of whole food, fruits, vegetables, etc. Avoid food with added sugars. Alcohol consumption is also strictly prohibited,