Diabetes is the result of a combination of genetic and environmental factors. People can get type 1 diabetes if their body's immune system mistakenly destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Type 2 diabetes is developed when the body does not make or use insulin properly, or both. Risk factors for type 2 diabetes include being overweight, having a family history of diabetes, and not getting enough physical activity.
Functional medicine is an approach to health care that focuses on addressing the underlying causes of disease and health issues. The method looks at the whole person, including lifestyle, diet, exercise, stress, and environmental factors. With diabetes, functional medicine can help by addressing the underlying causes of the condition, such as genetics, diet, and lifestyle. It can help to identify and address any nutritional deficiencies, and suggest dietary and lifestyle changes that can help to improve blood sugar control. It can also help to identify and address underlying stressors or other causes of stress and environmental factors that may be contributing to the condition. By looking at the whole person and their lifestyle, functional medicine can help to promote healthier behaviors, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health.
Our team at Wellness Solutions will look more deeply into which foods and environmental factors are impacting your health. Our advanced testing and health assessments provide guidance that can have a profound effect on the management your symptoms.