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Functional Nutrition
Here are several Functional Medicine Nutritional Food Plans.
Depending on the health issues and test results, choose which plan works best for your client. It may be a combination of several plans and you and your client can partner together to create the optimal food plan that they will be compliant with on their wellness journey to optimal health.
What is Functional Nutrition?Understanding Functional Nutrition, a “balanced diet”.
Intermittent Fasting |
- What is Mindful and Intuitive Eating?
Mindful and intuitive eating are holistic approaches to food and body awareness that focus on nurturing physical and emotional health rather than adhering to rigid diets or external rules. These practices aim to normalize eating behaviors and foster a positive relationship with food and the body by tuning into the body’s natural signals of hunger, fullness, and satisfaction.
Intermittent Fasting |
- Intermittent fasting (IF)
Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. Unlike traditional diets, IF focuses on when to eat rather than what to eat. This approach has gained popularity for its potential health benefits and simplicity.
Food Plans To Choose for Your Client |
Core Plan |
Eating a balanced diet is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. A well-rounded diet provides the body with the necessary nutrients it needs to function properly, supports energy levels, and helps prevent chronic diseases.
- CORE BALANCED FOOD PLAN
CORE FOOD PLAN
Comprehensive GuideA balanced diet is the cornerstone of good health. By including a variety of nutrient-dense foods and practicing portion control, hydration, and moderation, you can feel energized and support your long-term health.
Vegetarian Diet Plan |
- Core-Food-Plan Vegetarian
Core-Food-Plan Vegetarian
Elimination Diet Plan |
Symptoms and conditions that have failed to respond to conventional medical therapy may resolve when a person follows the Elimination Diet. Specific foods or foods eaten frequently may be related to a long list of health conditions, including digestive problems, headaches, chronic sinus drainage, low energy, depression, mood swings, eczema, skin irritations, joint aches, asthma, weight gain, and others. People may suffer from these symptoms for long periods of time without realizing that they can be connected to the foods they are eating.
- Elimination Diet Plan
Eliminating specific foods such as gluten, dairy, soy, corn, milk, whey, and processed foods can help identify potential triggers for various health conditions, including digestive issues, headaches, low energy, and more.
- Elimination Diet Textbook & Recipes
Elimination Diet Textbook & Recipes
- 21-Day Elimination Diet Food List
The Elimination Diet involves removing specific foods or food groups believed to cause allergies or sensitivities for a period of 21 days. After 21 days, these foods are gradually reintroduced to identify any reactions.
Cardio-Metabolic Food Plan |
The Cardiometabolic Food Plan is designed for the following individuals:
with risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), with risk factors for dysfunctional metabolic conditions such as metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes (T2D), or both, with CVD (e.g., high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and elevated blood fats), with metabolic syndrome (e.g., high blood sugar, increased belly fat) and/or those with T2D.
- Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health Diet Plan
This diet focuses on lowering inflammation, improving lipid profiles, and stabilizing blood sugar to reduce risks of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
PHYTONUTRIENT SPECTRUM |
The Phytonutrient Food Plan is based around the natural compounds called phytonutrients or phytochemicals, which are components of plants that are powerful defenders of health. Studies show that people who eat more plant foods have reduced risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
Phytonutrients (phyto = plant) refers to the several thousands of different, healthful, non-nutritive compounds in plants.
- Guide to the Phytonutrient Spectrum Plan
Phytonutrients are often categorized by their color because the pigments in fruits and vegetables represent different compounds with unique health benefits. By eating a rainbow of plant-based foods, individuals can maximize their intake of these beneficial compounds.
Anti-Candida Diet Plan |
- Anti-Candida Diet Plan
The anti-candida diet focuses on reducing yeast overgrowth by eliminating sugar, refined carbs, and foods that may promote fungal growth.
Detox Food Plan |
- Detox Food Plan
Detoxification Food Guide
Microbiome Diet Plan |
- Microbiome Diet Plan: Good Health Starts in the Gut
Microbiome Diet Guide about foods that support a balanced microbiome.
Nourishing yourself with nutrient-rich foods will provide the complex combination of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber needed to protect your body, feed your microbiome, and promote optimal health.
Gluten Free Plan |
- A Guide to Eating Gluten-Free
A Guide to Eating Gluten-Free
Alzheimer's Food Plan |
- Guide on Alzheimer's Diet
Guide on Alzheimer's Diet According to Functional Medicine:
Functional medicine emphasizes a holistic approach to managing Alzheimer's, focusing on diet, lifestyle, and addressing the root causes of neurodegeneration. These guides offer valuable insights for avoiding environmental and dietary triggers, supporting recovery from concussions or TBI, and managing Alzheimer’s through diet, in line with functional medicine principles.
Comprehensive Food Guide for Managing Histamine Levels |
- Comprehensive Food Guide for Managing Histamine Levels
Managing histamine intolerance requires mindfulness in food choices and preparation. By focusing on low-histamine foods, avoiding histamine liberators, and incorporating supportive strategies, individuals can achieve symptom relief and maintain a balanced, nutritious diet.
- HISTAMINE ELIMINATION DIET Index Card Reference
Easy to follow HISTAMINE ELIMINATION DIET guideline Index Card Reference
Acid Reflux and GERD Food Guide |
- Comprehensive Food Guide for Managing Acid Reflux and GERD
Acid Reflux, Heartburn, and GERD Diet Guide
- GERD TRIGGER Food Index Card Reference
GERD guideline Index Card Reference
Some foods are known to trigger symptoms of GED. BY
keeping a food diary, you can identify your trigger foods
and change your diet to reduce discomfort.
Oxalate Food Guide |
- Oxalate Food Guide
Oxalates are natural compounds found in plants and some animal products. High oxalate intake can contribute to kidney stones and other health issues in sensitive individuals.
Low FODMAP Food Guide |
- Overview of the Low-FODMAP Diet
FODMAPs are fermentable short-chain carbohydrates that can cause digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, and diarrhea, particularly in individuals with IBS.
Salicylate Food Guide |
- Salicylate Food Guide
Salicylates are natural chemicals found in plants that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) Guide |
- The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) Guide
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) is a restrictive diet designed to help manage gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and other digestive disorders. The focus is on eliminating complex carbohydrates and certain disaccharides that are difficult to digest, emphasizing easily digestible monosaccharides and natural, unprocessed foods.
Nightshade Food Guide |
- Nightshade Food Guide
Nightshades are plants that belong to the Solanaceae family, which can exacerbate inflammation or sensitivity in some individuals.
Cross-Reactions Between Foods |
- Cross-Reactions Between Foods
Cross-reactions occur when the immune system confuses proteins in one food with those in another, causing allergic-like responses.
- Tips for Managing Multiple Food Sensitivities
Four Step Process
Diet, Nutrition & Lifestyle Journal |
- Diet, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Journal – 7 Day
Diet, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Journal – 7 Day