Comprehensive Lab Testing
In addition to blood, saliva, urine, and stool can tell us many things about the state of your health. Many healthcare professionals and specialists run basic blood chemistry labs to monitor specific conditions. When it comes to monitoring overall wellness, basic labs are not necessarily enough.
Comprehensive lab testing allows for a broader picture of health while uncovering the root cause(s) of symptoms. We utilize both traditional blood chemistry labs as well as specialty labs. Specialty labs may be used to obtain more information regarding cardiovascular health, food sensitivities, digestive health, hormones, and effects of stress on the body.
Personalized Nutrition
The Greek physician Hippocrates is quoted as saying, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food”. Proper diet and nutrition are foundational for good health. It is impossible to out-supplement a poor diet!
Everyone has different dietary and nutritional needs. That is why it is important to take an individualized approach. This is accomplished by taking a thorough dietary history, identifying any underlying food intolerances, and looking at the integrity of the gut microbiome. All of these steps allow us to create an individualized dietary plan that is nutritionally balanced.
We recognize that changing dietary habits is a challenging process. Know that we will be here to support you every step of the way!
Personalized Nutrition
The Greek physician Hippocrates is quoted as saying, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food”. Proper diet and nutrition are foundational for good health. It is impossible to out-supplement a poor diet!
Everybody has different dietary and nutritional needs. That is why it is important to take an individualized approach. This can be accomplished by taking a thorough dietary history, identifying any underlying food intolerances, and looking at the integrity of the gut microbiome. All of these steps allow us to create an individualized dietary plan that is nutritionally balanced.
We recognize that changing dietary habits is a challenging process. Know that we will help you every step of the way.
Microbiome Analysis
Research shows much correlation between good health and a balanced digestive tract. Many bacteria naturally reside in the digestive tract, mainly in the colon, known as the human microbiome. Studies continue to demonstrate how these beneficial pathogens play a pivotal role in health, including how the body digests food as well as the strength of the immune system. When beneficial pathogens are crowded out by harmful bacteria, an imbalance occurs (known as dysbiosis), which negatively impacts health.
Gut dysbiosis may present classically as diarrhea, constipation, and bloating. Other symptoms may include problems sleeping, unexplained inflammation, anxiety, and/or depression.
Your microbiome is as unique to you as is your fingerprint! Before choosing a probiotic from the grocery shelf, it is important to understand what bacteria you already have. We can help you naturally restore balance to the digestive tract using a targeted approach.
Botanical Medicine
The traditional use of herbs and botanicals goes back thousands of years to the Paleolithic period. In fact, many modern-day pharmaceuticals were originally derived from plants. Herbal medicine helps to restore the body back to balance without any harsh side effects.
We use herbs and botanicals as they were traditionally prepared while also staying current on phytochemical science. Many herbs are best used in conjunction with other herbs as blends, and using the entire plant in an herbal preparation is typically superior to simply choosing specific plant constituents. Many of our herbal blends are customized for the patient.
Botanical Medicine
The traditional use of botanicals and herbs in health goes back thousands of years to the Paleolithic period. In fact, many modern-day pharmaceuticals were originally derived from plants. Needless to say, humans have evolved with plants and the natural world over thousands of years.
We use herbs and botanicals as they were traditionally prepared while also being informed by the modern-day scientific literature. Many herbs are best used in conjunction with other herbs as herbal blends. Also, using the entire plant (or as much of the whole plant as possible) tends to be superior to simply using specific plant constituents.
Herbal medicine helps to restore the body back to balance without the side effects of synthetic drugs. Many of our herbal blends are customized for the patient.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is one of the oldest naturopathic modalities in use today, most prominently in physical therapy and chiropractic offices. If you have ever used an ice pack on a sprained ankle or a hot compress on the sinuses, you have used hydrotherapy!
Hydrotherapy is the use of alternating hot and cold water in order to improve circulation in the body. When circulation is improved, internal organs and tissues receive adequate blood flow, bringing nutrients to the appropriate tissues and taking away toxins. This improves pain, optimizes metabolism, and repairs damaged tissue.
Besides stimulating blood flow, research has also shown that hydrotherapy has a beneficial effect on the immune system, which may last up to 24 hours.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is based upon the principle that ‘like cures like’. This type of modality was first introduced by Samuel Hahnemann in the 1700s. Homeopathic preparations use very dilute amounts of various substances that are vigorously shaken (sucussed). While homeopathics contain no trace of the original substance (as per current lab instrumentation), it is hypothesized that extremely small particles of the substance remain that behave differently than if the substance was present in a detectable quantity.
We use homeopathy as an adjunct to other modalities, while taking into account how comfortable the patient is utilizing this modality.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is based upon the principle that ‘like cures like’. This type of modality was first introduced by Samuel Hahnemann in the 1700s. Homeopathic preparations use very dilute amounts of various substances that are vigorously shaken. While homeopathic contain no trace of the original substance (as per current instrumentation), it is hypothesized that extremely small particles of the substance remain that behave differently than if the substance was given in a larger quantity.
We use homeopathy as an adjunct to other modalities, while also taking into account how comfortable the patient is utilizing this modality.
Nutraceuticals
Sometimes it is not possible to get all needed nutrients directly from the diet. The foods we consume are only as nutrient-dense as the soils in which they grow or the manner in which they are raised. Unless one can account for farming or pasture practices, it is hard to determine how nutrient-rich the diet is alone.
While it may appear easier (and cheaper) to purchase supplements through a local store, it is important to purchase with caution. Many health food store supplements are not third-party tested for quality and purity. We only work with reputable and professional-grade companies to ensure the best quality supplements.
