● Diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, weight loss for overweight or obesity (BMI>25), gastrointestinal
● Symptoms/illness (intestinal dysbiosis, IBS, IBD, gastric bypass, surgery to primary or supporting digestive organs),
● Thyroid disorders, food allergies, cardiovascular disease, significant exposure to antibiotics, chronic use of PPI or
● NSAIDs, inflammatory conditions, mitochondrial dysfunction disorders, cancer,
● Mood or memory disorders, or for advanced athletic/fitness training.
Integrative and functional nutrition goes beyond simple dietary requirements by addressing gut health and the underlying reasons for imbalance, as well as environmental effects, genetic predisposition, and physiological, and psychological disease risk factors. Internal and external aspects are considered while assessing an effective intervention, and recommendations are tailored to everyone’s specific requirements.
Integrative dieticians at Livlively integrates their experience in medical nutrition therapy with elements of integrative and functional medicine, frequently incorporating different ideologies into a unified treatment plan. Collaboration and communication between the dietician, the patient, and other healthcare practitioners involved in the treatment of the patient are essential. We work as a team to determine a whole-food diet that can include supplements and herbs to fulfill the individual needs of each patient.
During your first one-hour visit, you will undergo a comprehensive nutrition evaluation. Where an integrative dietitian will analyze your medical history, dietary habits, intestinal health, food allergies or intolerances, and health objectives. After your visit, you will have a thorough understanding of the necessary measures to attain your objectives. Then, we will design a timetable for routinely evaluating your progress and making any necessary adjustments.
Working with an integrative dietitian to improve your nutritional status and digestive health is essential for addressing a wide range of chronic diseases and health objectives. Before your first appointment, it is recommended, but not needed, that you keep a food log for one to three days.
Difference Between Functional Nutrition and Integrative Nutrition
The distinction between functional and integrative nutrition is that the former is primarily concerned with calorie and nutrient intake, whilst the latter is concerned with numerous aspects of nutrition. Balanced Well-Being Healthcare explains that “integrative medicine specialists frequently combine different modalities such as acupuncture, massage therapy, chiropractic care, behavioral therapy, homeopathy, and energy work to provide comprehensive treatment in all areas.”
Numerous integrative nutritionists can assist with weight loss and assist the individual in determining the optimal diet, considering their body type and previous health difficulties.
In contrast, functional dietitians determine what a person must consume or avoid living a healthy lifestyle. They do not regard the individual’s circumstances and requirements. Instead, they employ a uniform approach to weight loss for all their patients.
In addition, functional dietitians prescribe medicine in the form of supplements rather than searching for natural remedies. They are not as invested in the individual’s life since they seek an immediate solution to the issue at hand. However, integrative, or holistic nutritionists provide the highest level of treatment for the person.