“Functional Medicine Past, Present, and Future” - Modern genomic research challenges the idea of genetic determinism, showing that lifestyle, diet, environment, and behavior interact with our genome and epigenome to shape health outcomes. This understanding supports the Functional Medicine model, emphasizing the potential to reverse altered function and personalize health interventions for improved wellness and longevity. Cite: Bland JS. Functional Medicine Past, Present, and Future. Integr Med (Encinitas). 2022 May;21(2):22-26. PMID: 35698609; PMCID: PMC9173848.
“Association of the Functional Medicine Model of Care with patient-Reported Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes” - A retrospective cohort study comparing patients treated in a functional medicine setting to those in primary care found that functional medicine was associated with significantly larger improvements in patient-reported physical health over 6 and 12 months. These findings suggest that the functional medicine model of care may provide sustainable benefits for health-related quality of life, warranting further prospective research. Cite: Beidelschies M, Alejandro-Rodriguez M, Ji X, Lapin B, Hanaway P, Rothberg MB. Association of the Functional Medicine Model of Care With Patient-Reported Health-Related Quality-of-Life Outcomes. JAMA Netw Open. 2019;2(10):e1914017. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.14017
“ Functional Medicine in Nursing” - Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach that targets the root causes of disease rather than just managing symptoms. This article highlights the core principles of functional medicine and explores how nurses can integrate this model into their practice to enhance patient outcomes and encourage a more personalized, collaborative approach to healthcare. Cite: Sager, Brigitte DNP, FNP-C, NC-BC, AFMC, CNE. Functional Medicine in Nursing. AJN, American Journal of Nursing 124(10):p 32-40, October 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/01.NAJ.0001063812.69063.b1
“A Multi-Faceted Approach to Weight Loss: A Case Report” - A case report on an obese woman outlining how the use of labs and diet helped the patient achieve significant weight loss. Cite: LaGreca M, Hutchinson D, Barry L. A Multi-Faceted Approach to Weight Loss: A Case Report. Integr Med (Encinitas). 2020 Feb;19(1):38-45. PMID: 32549863; PMCID: PMC7238914.
“Weight Loss: How to Reset Your Brain for Success” - This article speaks to how you can change your mindset around weight loss and food choices. Cite: Clinic, C. (2024, September 6). Weight Loss: How to reset your brain for success. Cleveland Clinic. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/this-is-your-brain-on-a-diet