by kentnelson | Feb 15, 2023 | Functional Medicine
By: Brittany McCoy, PharmD, MBA, BS Article Summary: Collagen is naturally produced, but can also be obtained via dietary sources like food and supplementation. Collagen naturally decreases with age. Aging is inevitable and lifestyle factors like smoking and excessive...
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...
