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 What is Functional Medicine?
 

Functional Medicine may help improve many conditions:

 Acne
 Allergies
 Alzheimer’s Disease
 Arthritis
 Attention Deficit Disorder
 Bloating
 Catarrh
 Cerebral Palsy
 Cold
 Constipation
 Cravings
 Dementia
 Depression
 Diabetes
 Digestion
 Down Syndrome
 Eczema
 Fibromyalgia
 Flu
 Headaches
 Heavy Periods
 High/Low Blood Pressure
 Hyperactivity
 Insomnia
 ME
 Menopause
 Migraines
 Mood Disturbances
 Multiple Sclerosis
 Pain
 Parkinson’s Disease
 PMS
 Polycistic Ovaries
 Rheumatoid Arthritis
 Schizophrenia
 Stress
 Thyroid Problems
 Tiredness
 Weight Problems

Dipika Joshi
Dip. ION, MRPharmS, BSc Pharm (Hon)

Which tests are available?

Biological Terrain Assessment (BTA)

This assessment is a highly accurate way to measure the three vital biological factors — acid/alkaline balance, oxidative stress and mineral concentration - in the blood, urine and saliva, which determine the true status of the body’s internal biochemistry. This can determine if the poor health is because of:

 infections
 heavy metals
 mineral imbalances
 liver disorders
 toxicity
 lymphatics
 digestion capacity
 kidney function
 dysfunction in energy production

Live Blood Analysis

A simple pin-prick test is used with state-of-the- art technology whereby a live blood sample is visually monitored under a dark field microscope. This is connected to a TV monitor, which allows one to actually see any problems within the blood sample:

 anaemia
 immune dysfunction
 cholesterol imbalance
 bacteria or viruses
 free radical damage
 liver stress
 toxicity
 inflammation
 nutritional deficiency


Vitality and Longevity Analysis

This is a test using BioImpedence Analysis technique to measure the Biological Age, overall health, hydration, toxicity, fat mass, lean body mass, hormonal problems, metabolic rate and the capacity of the body to regenerate.
Food Allergy or Intolerance Test This is a test using the Vega machine to test up to 51 substances which include common foods, additives, colours, environmental allergens, etc.

Frequency Specific Micro-current (FSM)

This treatment is useful for anyone in pain. It works by increasing the production of energy in the tissues so that the area of inflammation or deficiency can be normalized. These micro-currents are safe and do not shock or exceed those normally found in the body. It may be used as the primary therapy, as an adjunct to conventional medical treatment, or as a diagnostic tool. FSM is clinically proven to bring relief in cases of fibromyalgia, as well as for other painful conditions, such as muscular and nerve related problems and injuries.

‘Detox Box’ — Far Infrared Sauna (FIRS)

The Far Infrared Sauna is a treatment recommended by Dr. Sherry Rogers, author of ‘Detoxify or Die’. Lots of toxins and chemicals enter our system. If the liver does not eliminate them, these toxins will be stored in the fat cells. FIRS penetrates about 1 inch deep into the skin, so that the fat soluble toxins are sweated out. This is a wonderful way to get rid of the toxins and help liver health; and it is followed by a special detoxifying cocktail drink.

Nutritional Counselling

Dipika Joshi uses the tests to determine what is not functioning properly before using her nutritional expertise to recommend amino acids, enzymes and essential fatty acids, along with appropriate dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help you to help yourself.

 

Member of: Institute of Optimum Nutrition |Institute of Functional Medicine l
Royal Pharmaceutica Society of Great Britain


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