Functional Medicine: A Personalised Approach to Wellness

Functional medicine is all about getting to the heart of the problem. By understanding the interactions between genetics, epigenetics, environment, and lifestyle, functional medicine practitioners are able to design treatment plans that work for your unique biology.

Some of the core principles of Functional Medicine include:

• Individualised care: No two people are the same. Your treatment plan is tailored specifically to your health needs, history, and lifestyle.
• Root cause analysis: Instead of treating symptoms, functional medicine investigates the underlying causes of illness, ensuring a more comprehensive and long-lasting solution.
• Patient-centred approach: Functional medicine practitioners form partnerships with their patients, providing care that is both empathetic and effective.
• Holistic view: Functional medicine looks at the whole picture – from nutrition and stress levels to sleep patterns and environmental factors – to determine how they all contribute to your health.

Functional medicine offers a host of benefits that go beyond conventional treatment methods. These include:

Functional medicine is particularly effective for chronic conditions and complex health issues. Some of the health challenges that can benefit from this approach include:

• Digestive disorders such as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), Crohn’s disease, leaky gut syndrome, SIBO (Small Intestine Bacteria Overgrowth, H-Pylori.
• Autoimmune diseases, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
• Hormonal imbalances affecting the thyroid, adrenals, or reproductive hormones.
• Menopause, Peri Menopause, Post Menopause, Andropause
• Chronic fatigue syndrome and other energy-related disorders.
• Metabolic conditions such as diabetes, insulin resistance, and obesity.
• Mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

At House of Evexia, we pride ourselves on offering an integrative approach to healthcare that combines the latest scientific advancements with a deep understanding of holistic well-being. Our team of experienced practitioners takes the time to understand your health history and goals, creating a truly personalised treatment plan.

What sets us apart:

• Expert Team: Our functional medicine specialists are leaders in their field, with years of experience helping patients overcome chronic and complex conditions.
• Cutting-Edge Testing: We use advanced diagnostic tools to assess your body’s unique biochemistry, uncovering imbalances that conventional tests might miss.
• Holistic Treatment Plans: From nutrition to lifestyle modifications, we consider every aspect of your health to create a well-rounded plan.
• Ongoing Support: Our team supports you every step of the way, ensuring that you are empowered and educated about your health journey.

When you schedule a consultation with one of our functional medicine practitioners, you can expect a thorough evaluation of your health. During your first appointment, we will:

1. Review your medical history, family history, and lifestyle factors.
2. Conduct advanced blood, urine and stool testing to uncover any imbalances or dysfunctions in your body. The amount of testing will be discussed with you during your consultation.
3. Following your tests and results a follow up Functional Medicine review will enable your functional Medicine practitioner to discuss findings. At this point we can understand how we can achieve your ideal goals and develop a customised treatment plan that may include nutritional advice, supplements, stress management techniques, and other lifestyle interventions.
4. Provide continuous follow-up and adjustments to ensure that your treatment plan remains effective as your health improves.

One of the primary differences between functional medicine and conventional medicine is the approach to treatment. Conventional medicine often focuses on managing symptoms through pharmaceuticals, whereas functional medicine aims to treat the root cause.

For example, if you have high blood pressure, conventional medicine may prescribe a medication to lower it. Functional medicine, however, will investigate why your blood pressure is high – whether it’s due to stress, poor diet, or a genetic predisposition – and then create a plan to address those factors.

This difference in approach often leads to more effective and sustainable results, especially for those dealing with chronic health issues.