Understanding PCOS: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Functional medicine takes a unique perspective on health issues like PCOS, aiming to uncover the root cause instead of merely addressing symptoms. By actively engaging in this approach, individuals with PCOS can experience a comprehensive understanding of their condition and an effective path towards well-being.
A Functional Medicine PCOS Framework
When seeking care from a functional medicine doctor, individuals with PCOS undergo thorough questioning, enabling the doctor to gain insights into their lifestyle and identify potential triggers. Additionally, specialized tests are conducted to investigate hormone imbalances or nutrient deficiencies.
Once the doctor acquires a comprehensive understanding of the root cause of the individual's PCOS, they craft a personalized plan. This plan may involve dietary adjustments, specialized vitamins or supplements, and increased physical activity. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as gynecologists, ensures the individual receives optimal care and support.
"Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a complex condition with various underlying factors, and it requires a comprehensive and personalized approach to truly address its root causes. By focusing on lifestyle modifications, identifying hormonal imbalances, and considering individual genetic variations, we can empower women with PCOS to take control of their health and achieve lasting improvements." - Chris Kresser
Benefits of Functional Medicine for PCOS:
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Personalized Treatment: Functional medicine consider the individual's genetic variations and biomarkers. Therefore, providing targeted interventions that are more effective and have fewer side effects.
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Targeting Root Causes: Rather than simply managing symptoms, functional medicine delves deeper to identify the root causes of PCOS.
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Prevention and Risk Assessment: Functional medicine allows for a better understanding of an individual's risk for developing PCOS and associated complications.
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Long-Term Disease Management: Functional medicine offers the potential for long-term disease management and personalized monitoring of PCOS.
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Empowerment and Education: Functional medicine empowers individuals with PCOS by providing them with knowledge and tools to actively participate in their own care.
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If not treated, PCOC can lead to anxiety and depression. Learn more about the prevalence of anxiety and depression in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Our approach is simple....
By using specialized laboratory tests to assess hormone levels, nutrient deficiencies, and other factors that may be contributing to YOUR PCOS. Most insurance cover this specialty labs!
A detailed health history, including information about YOUR diet, lifestyle, stress levels, and other factors that may be contributing to YOUR PCOS.
In addition, hormone optimization is important in the treatment of PCOS. Hormone imbalance is link to multiple conditions including fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, sleep disorders, and sexual disfunction to name a few.
After reviewing YOUR health history and laboratory results, our functional medicine practitioner will devise a customized treatment plan specifically for YOU. The plan will comprehensively address the underlying causes of YOUR PCOS.
Additionally, the treatment plan will be continually reviewed and revised as necessary to ensure optimal results. Ultimately, the goal of the personalized treatment plan is to help YOU achieve the best possible outcomes for YOUR health and wellbeing.
Thyroid plays an important role in polycystic ovary and this is why thyroid optimization is the key. What is more, studies have shown that thyroid disorders are more common in women with this syndrome as compared to the normal population.
Our functional medicine practitioners may work closely with other healthcare providers, such as gynecologists, endocrinologists, and nutritionists, to ensure that YOU receive a comprehensive and coordinated care.
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Our simple 4-Step process...
1. Schedule a consultation with one of our practitioners
2. If we are a fit, we will come to your home for a further health assessment and our mobile phlebotomist will get your precision diagnostics
3.We will meet again to explain results and together we will develop a treatment plan
4. Start to feel better and happier
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