Depression, chronic disease, addiction—these are words you might not identify with sugar. But it’s true, sugar has a bittersweet reputation when it comes to health. Sugar occurs naturally in all foods that contain carbohydrates, such as fruits and vegetables, grains, and dairy. Plant foods also …
What is Functional Nutrition?
Functional Nutrition (FN) views food as medicine, and aims to personalize a food plan to the individuals’ nutritional needs and cultural identity. Functional Nutrition considers not only what an individual eats, but also how and why it is consumed. Functional Nutrition is similar to Functional …
6 Fall Self-Care Tips From FMCA Health Coaches
Change is in the air—which makes it the perfect time to reflect on your self-care! At the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), we understand the importance of self-care for overall mental and physical health. As a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC), there are two ways …
