Overweight: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Feeling frustrated with unwanted weight gain? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with weight management, and often, the root cause goes beyond simply “calories in, calories out.”
At Revivo Health, we take a Functional Medicine approach to weight gain, focusing on uncovering the underlying issues that may be contributing to your struggles.
We care about your story. We understand that weight gain can be a complex and discouraging issue. We’ll take the time to listen and understand your unique experiences and health history.
We dig deeper. Functional Medicine goes beyond just treating symptoms. We aim to identify the root cause of your weight gain, allowing for long-lasting solutions.
Weight gain is often a complex issue with multiple contributing factors. Traditional approaches often focus solely on dietary and exercise habits, overlooking deeper underlying causes. We take a more holistic approach, considering the interconnectedness of various systems in the body.
- Hormonal imbalances such as hypo- or hyperthyroidism, insulin resistance, or sex hormones can affect metabolism and weight management.
- Gut health, can contribute to weight gain by impacting nutrient absorption and inflammation.
- Food sensitivities triggers inflammation and can hinder weight loss.
- Chronic stress can disrupt hormones and lead to weight gain through increased cortisol levels and cravings.
- Medicines for diabetes, epilepsy, depression, schizophrenia and steroids can often contribute to weight gain as a side effect.
- Poor sleep causes imbalance in hormonal levels and may increase appetite and weight.
Functional Medicine Diagnosis
To identify the root causes of weight gain, Revivo Health employ a more comprehensive diagnostic approach. This may involve
- A more comprehensive medical history may point towards factors causing weight gain
- Conventional blood tests to assess deficiencies, hormone levels, blood sugar control, and inflammation.
- Advanced Functional Medicine tests may be needed and can include:
- Stool tests to evaluate gut health and identify dysbiosis or pathogens.
- Urine tests to assess organic acids and metabolic function.
- Food sensitivity tests to identify potential dietary triggers.
A Personalized Approach to Weight Management
A personalized treatment plan is developed based on the above investigations. The plan may include:
- Dietary changes to address nutritional needs and sensitivities.
- Lifestyle modifications to manage stress, improve sleep quality, and increase physical activity.
- Targeted supplements addressing deficiencies and supporting healthy metabolism.
- Balancing hormones with lifestyle changes, natural remedies and/or Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT).
Our goal is to empower you to take control of your health
Through a personalized Functional Medicine approach, we can help you achieve sustainable weight management and experience a renewed sense of energy and well-being.
Imagine being in charge of your health – very empowering!
