Functional Nutrition

What is functional nutrition?

Simply put, functional nutrition is diet and supplement protocols based on how your body is functioning.
Dr. Russell utilizes an extensive battery of laboratory tests to assess a multitude of functions and conditions to formulate a unique, specialized diet and supplementation program for his patients.
These tests will take a look at metabolic activity, digestive function, hormonal balance, endocrine activity, food intolerance, immune system conditions as well as other functions.

By using specific blood tests such as:

#1: A thyroid panel
Thyroid Interactions include:
* Brain
* Gastrointestinal Tract
* Gallbladder Function
* Liver Function
* Lipid and Cholesterol Metabolism
* Protein Metabolism
* Red Blood Cell Metabolism
* Glucose Metabolism
* Hormone Steroidogenesis
* Bone Metabolism
* Cardiovascular System
#2: A complete metabolic panel (CMP)
#3: A lipid panel
#4: A CBC (complete blood count with auto differential)
#5: 25-Hydroxy and 1,25-Hydroxy (These test are used to check Vitamin D Metabolism)

We can assess your thyroid, adrenal, blood, and gut function. All can
be affected with chronic health conditions. By addressing any
problems with your thyroid, adrenal glands, blood chemistry, or gut
function, we can help you to heal faster. The CMP allows us to check
your blood glucose levels since glucose and oxygen are needed by the
brain to function properly.

Urinalysis (UA): to check for possible kidney problems and other conditions.

Adrenal Stress Index (ASI): We can further test your adrenal glands
with a test called an Adrenal Stress Index. Your adrenal glands are
your “stress” organs meaning that they react to stress. If you have
been or are currently under stress, this test is a must!

We may test to see if you have an autoimmune disease. An autoimmune
disease is where your immune system attacks a particular area of the
body. So we test for specific antibodies to determine if you suffer
from an autoimmune condition.

TISSUE ANTIBODIES: We can check for gluten antibodies, tissue
antibodies such as myelin (fatty sheath around the nerves) antibodies,
cerebellar (back part of the brain controlling balance, coordinated
movement, and spinal muscles) antibodies.

H.Pylori: We can run a test for H. Pylori bacteria to determine any
problems related to the gut function.

NEUROTRANSMITTERS: We check for decreased brain neurotransmitters.
Neurotransmitters are vital for proper brain function.

HORMONE PANELS: We can check hormone panels to determine if the
patient suffers from low testosterone in males or low
estrogen/progesterone levels in females. Symptoms related to decreased
hormone levels may include depression, fatigue, mental fogginess, mood
swings, hot flashes, sweating attacks, weight gain, and decreased
physical stamina.

INFLAMMATION: Finally, we may need to test for inflammation in your
system by testing homocysteine levels and C-Reactive Protein (C-RP).
Many patients suffering from chronic health conditions suffer from
inflammatory processes.

“There is no general screening test that is more efficient, effective, and affordable than a comprehensive blood chemistry panel. It allows the healthcare provider to establish a baseline of biomarkers that can be used to track the patient’s health and nutritional needs immediately and over a period of time.”  Datis Kharrazian, D.C., D.H.Sc.

Once we have run the necessary tests to determine your specific
condition, we can successfully manage you via proper all natural metabolic protocols.

If you would like to have more information or to set up a consultation and see how we can help you (or someone you know), fill out the form to your left and see if you are a candidate for these breakthrough procedures.