Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach to individualized medical care that focuses on the whole person. It examines your entire life and complete medical history to find underlying causes of health problems or chronic disease. Functional medicine looks for the root cause of disease by examining how all the systems of the body work together and considers factors such as nutritional issues, stress levels, hormonal imbalance, environmental influences, and genetics.

Yes, many of the treatments used in functional medicine are supported by scientific research. Functional medicine practitioners prioritize evidence-based approaches to healthcare. However, some treatments may not be supported by conventional medical research due to the preventative nature of medicine 3.0 versus reactive nature of conventional medicine. Due to the absence of historic studies on longevity focused medicine, it is important to discuss the evidence and theory behind your plan recommendations with your practitioner.

Functional medicine seeks to restore and rejuvenate the body’s optimal functions that have been disrupted by aging, lifestyle, diet, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, autoimmune diseases, or cancer. It addresses chronic disease by examining how all the systems of the body work together. Functional medicine is a holistic approach to health that considers the whole person, not just symptoms and takes a personalized approach to integrative medicine.

During your first functional medicine consultation, you can expect a thorough assessment of your medical history, lifestyle, and current health concerns. Dr. Dinetz will ask detailed questions to understand your symptoms and possible triggers, your family health history, and your daily lifestyle habits, and stress levels to identify the root causes of an illness or identify the risks posed to your health. The consultation will be 60-80 minutes long, allowing time for questions, deep conversation, and a productive first step towards your health journey.

A functional medicine doctor will be able to address and treat hormonal imbalances, including thyroid issues, adrenal fatigue, and menopause symptoms; Chronic diseases, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease; Digestive issues, including IBS, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis; Mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and stress management; Skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and psoriasis.

The Peter Attia Diet emphasizes longevity and optimal health through monitoring insulin spikes and personal sensitivity to different foods. In his book, Attia promotes no specific diet, but rather a consideration of a variety of factors to determine the best diet and food lifestyle for each patient. Rather than adhering to a fixed eating plan, Attia promotes personalized nutrition based on one's unique metabolic profile, encouraging the reduction of foods that spike insulin, like processed carbohydrates, and promoting overall metabolic flexibility for long-term health.

At Timeless Health, the same approach is taken to developing a diet and eating lifestyle for each patient. This is part of your personalized treatment plan, which uses a functional medicine model to determine your risk profile and how nutrition can be used to improve quality of life and longevity.

Functional medicine approaches chronic illness by looking for the root causes rather than just addressing symptoms. It aims to understand the underlying imbalances in the body’s systems, such as hormones, digestion, and immunity, that contribute to chronic diseases.Functional medicine seeks to restore and rejuvenate the body’s optimal functions that have been disrupted by aging, lifestyle, diet, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, autoimmune diseases, or cancer.