FAQ
Where to start?
Find a functional doctor or holistic practitioner in your area. Call them and ask for a consult to review symptoms and see if your medical needs align with their practice and pricing methods.
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Why do I need a biological dentist?
Many illnesses begin in the gums. Biological dentists have CT scans
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Why is testing so important?
Comprehensive testing ensures that you find the root cause of your symptoms. This is often costly, but it saves you money in the long run because you are getting answers quickly and a complete picture of what is happening inside your body. Comprehensive testing speeds up your recovery time. Comprehensive testing involves deeper dives into blood work, stool samples, and other co-factors that could be contributing to your health.
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Why is a comprehensive stool test so important to order?
Most health problems are connected to our intestines where 80% of our immune system resides. Health symptoms seemingly unrelated to our intestines can be aggravated or escalated by unknown problems inside our intestines. For example, H.Pylori, a common intestinal infection, can sometimes have no symptoms, and yet will wreak havoc on a person’s body in other areas. Autoimmune patients often have intestinal problems, and when the intestines heal, the autoimmune symptoms are more manageable. symptoms start in the intestines, so ordering a complete stool sample is often the baseline approach.
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Why should a functional doctor/practitioner oversee my detox?
Detoxing our bodies from toxins can be a lengthy detailed process, with adjustments needing to be made along the way. Side effects can occur, and if not properly managed, a detox can cause other health problems. Functional doctors and practitioners are well trained in detoxes and how to support the body from a multi-system approach.
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What common chemicals are found in traditional household cleaning supplies?
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What common chemicals/preservatives are found in traditional packaged foods?
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How can I tell if my or my family’s GI tract is being effected by processed foods?
Irritability, mood swings, sleep disruptions, hyperactivity, feeling down or sluggish, teeth decay, stomach aches, change in bowel movements (lack thereof, or too frequent), nausea, feeling unwell and not knowing why, and trouble concentrating to name a few.
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What first steps should I take in removing chemicals from our home?
When switching to a more natural lifestyle, think replacement instead of removal. As you run out of dish soap, for your next purchase, purchase a natural one. Start with one category and work your way through each category one by one (i.e. dish soap, washing machine detergent, laundry detergent, toothpaste, etc).