by kentnelson | Jan 22, 2023 | Functional Medicine
— In this article, I want to talk about how the gut-brain axis and how it maintains homeostasis in the winter months. This will help with staying mentally healthy as well during this rough season. — The gut-brain axis system regulates many aspects of our...
by kentnelson | Jan 15, 2023 | Functional Medicine
According to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, carotenoids are the best biomarkers for fruit and vegetable intake. — Antioxidants are compounds found naturally in many foods or produced by our bodies. They protect our cells from the destructive effects...
by kentnelson | Dec 25, 2022 | Functional Medicine
Nutrition refers to the nutrients that make up food, it involves the processes that happen in your body after eating, i.e. the obtaining, assimilation and digestion of nutrients by the body. While food is the choice, preparation and consumption of food, which is...
by kentnelson | Dec 18, 2022 | Functional Medicine
A good diet is the key to success Before we talk about the importance of recognizing monthly nutrient requirements, we must first understand what exactly nutrients are. Nutrients are organic and inorganic substances that the body needs to function properly. This...
by kentnelson | Dec 12, 2022 | Functional Medicine
Functional Medicine is based on three fundamental principles: nutrition, physical training and emotional balance. These three factors are responsible for the overall well-being of the human body. For example, a nutritious diet helps maintain proper nutrient levels in...
by kentnelson | Nov 27, 2022 | Functional Medicine
You have probably heard many times that teeth are the mirror of the body and that they reflect our general health. But do you know why? Well, the answer is very simple: because what we eat directly affects our oral health. Nutrition has a direct influence on...
