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Understanding Functional Medicine: The Key to Root-Cause Healing for All Ages

A Whole-Body Approach for Lasting Wellness

In today's world of quick-fix solutions, healthcare often focuses on masking symptoms rather than understanding the root causes of health issues. Functional Medicine offers a different approach—one that's holistic, science-based, and highly personalized. Whether you're an adult managing chronic conditions, a parent caring for a child with health concerns, or looking for gentle care options for babies, Functional Medicine's focus on root-cause healing and whole-body wellness can provide effective, lasting results.

What is Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine is a healthcare approach designed to address the root cause of illness instead of just treating symptoms. It views the body as an interconnected system where organs, systems, and functions work together. Rather than treating health issues in isolation, Functional Medicine explores the “why” behind symptoms, examining factors like genetics, lifestyle, and environment.

For adults, this approach often means exploring dietary habits, lifestyle stressors, and possible deficiencies that may be contributing to symptoms like fatigue, pain, or mood imbalances. For children and babies, Functional Medicine offers gentle and preventative solutions to support healthy development, manage common issues like allergies and digestive concerns, and prevent future health challenges.

How Functional Medicine Works for All Ages

Functional Medicine combines advanced testing, comprehensive patient history, and customized plans to uncover the unique needs of each patient. Common practices include:

  • Advanced testing: Labs can provide insights into nutrient levels, immune health, and digestive function, offering a tailored approach to issues from digestive discomfort in babies to energy management in adults.

  • Personalized treatment plans: Each plan is created based on individual factors and focuses on lifestyle adjustments, stress management, dietary support, and supplementation.

Functional Medicine provides benefits for people of all ages, creating a foundation of wellness from infancy to adulthood and empowering patients with a sustainable approach to health.

Why Choose Functional Medicine?

For adults, Functional Medicine often brings relief and healing for chronic conditions by addressing underlying causes that may be overlooked by traditional approaches. For children and babies, Functional Medicine supports natural, safe interventions that help establish a strong foundation for lifelong wellness.

If you’re ready to take a root-cause approach to health for yourself or your family, explore how Functional Medicine can transform your well-being at every stage of life.


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Medical Disclaimer
Be advised that any Functional Medicine, Nutritional and/or Chiropractic program suggested at Align Wellness Center is not intended as a treatment for any disease. The intent of any recommendation is to support the human body's structural, physiological, and biochemical processes. Dr. Darnita Henry of Dr. MomBaby is not a medical doctor and cannot diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Align Wellness Center is not a medical office and does not submit medical insurance on your behalf. Before making any changes to your diet, prescription medications, lifestyle or exercise activities, make sure to check with your medical doctor first.

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