Optimal Body & Health embraces a transformative approach to healthcare through Functional Medicine. This patient-centered method moves beyond treating symptoms to focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease.
Key principles of our Functional Medicine approach include:
Whole-Body Systems View: Unlike conventional care that often manages illnesses in isolation, we view the body as an integrated system, recognizing the complex connections between genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.
In-Depth Investigation: Our practitioners conduct thorough assessments, including detailed health histories and advanced lab testing, to create a comprehensive picture of your unique biochemistry.
Personalized Treatment Plans: This detailed analysis enables us to develop tailored plans that may include targeted nutrition, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and supplemental support.
Empowerment & Partnership: We empower you to take an active role in your healing journey.
Ultimately, Functional Medicine at Optimal Body & Health aims to restore optimal function, promote sustained wellness, and help you achieve a vibrant and healthier life.
If you struggle with persistent, unexplained health issues, you are not alone. Conventional approaches often treat these symptoms in isolation, but they are frequently connected signs of an underlying imbalance. At Optimal Body & Health, we understand that symptoms like these are your body’s way of asking for help.
Common conditions we address include:
Fatigue & Tiredness
Depression & Mood Imbalances
Cold Hands and Feet
Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
Fibromyalgia
Constipation, Diarrhea & Digestive Disorders (IBS, IBD, SIBO)
Autoimmune Disease (Hashimoto’s, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, etc.)
Thyroid Dysfunction (Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism)
Adrenal Fatigue (HPA Axis Dysregulation)
Diabetes & Blood Sugar Imbalance
Endocrine Problems (Hormonal Imbalances)
Headaches & Migraines
Unexplained Weight Gain
Musculoskeletal Pain & Inflammation
Celiac Disease & Food Sensitivities
Functional medicine is uniquely suited to address these complex issues because we stop asking “What drug matches this disease?” and start asking “Why is this happening to you?”
Instead of simply masking your symptoms, we embark on a collaborative detective journey to uncover the root causes, which often include:
Chronic Inflammation: A common thread linking pain, fatigue, and autoimmune conditions.
Hormonal Imbalances: Affecting everything from energy and mood to weight and sleep.
Gut Health Dysfunction: Poor digestive health is directly linked to immune function, inflammation, and mental health.
Toxic Burden: Exposure to environmental toxins that can disrupt cellular function.
Nutritional Deficiencies: A lack of essential vitamins and minerals that cripples the body’s ability to heal.
Mitochondrial Dysfunction: The root of low energy and persistent fatigue.
Your Personalized Path to Wellness
We create a customized plan for you based on advanced diagnostic testing and a deep understanding of your history, genetics, and lifestyle. Your treatment strategy may include targeted nutritional therapy, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and supplemental support designed to correct imbalances, reduce inflammation, and restore your body’s innate ability to heal.
You don’t have to accept feeling unwell as normal. Let us help you find the root cause and build a path to lasting vitality.
Q1: What exactly is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is a patient-centered, science-based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease, rather than just managing symptoms. It views the body as an integrated system and treats the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms.
Q2: How is Functional Medicine different from conventional medicine?
While conventional medicine is excellent for acute care and emergencies (like treating a broken bone or an infection), it often focuses on symptom management. Functional Medicine seeks to understand whythe symptom is occurring in the first place. We spend more time with you, listening to your history and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health.
Q3: What kind of testing do you use?
We utilize advanced diagnostic testing that often goes beyond standard lab work. This may include comprehensive hormone panels, detailed gut health and microbiome analysis, food sensitivity testing, adrenal stress profiles, nutrient deficiency testing, and genetic testing. These tools provide a deep dive into your unique biochemistry.
Q4: Will you replace my primary care physician?
No. We see ourselves as a vital part of your healthcare team. We work in collaboration with your current doctors. We focus on the foundational aspects of your health and chronic issues, while your PCP handles your annual screenings, vaccinations, and acute medical needs.
Q5: What does a treatment plan involve?
Your personalized plan is built on the results of your assessment and testing. It is a proactive, lifestyle-oriented approach that may include dietary modifications, targeted nutritional supplements, exercise plans, stress reduction techniques, sleep optimization, and detoxification support. The goal is to restore function and empower you with the tools for lifelong health.
Q6: How long does it take to see results?
This varies depending on the individual and the complexity of their health issues. Some people notice improvements in energy and sleep within a few weeks. For chronic, long-standing conditions, it may take several months to achieve significant, lasting results as we work to correct deep-seated imbalances.
Q7: Is Functional Medicine covered by insurance?
The coverage for Functional Medicine services varies greatly by insurance provider and plan. While some insurance plans may cover portions of the lab testing or office visits, many of our specialized services and consultations are considered out-of-network. We provide transparent pricing and can offer superbills for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.
Q8: Who is a good candidate for Functional Medicine?
Anyone struggling with a chronic health issue that has not been fully resolved by conventional methods is an excellent candidate. This includes people with fatigue, digestive problems, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, weight issues, brain fog, and those who simply want to optimize their health and prevent future disease.
Have more questions? Contact Optimal Body & Health today to schedule a consultation and discover how our Functional Medicine approach can help you achieve your wellness goals.