However, trigger foods differ for everyone. Just because you can eat the fiber found in certain vegetables, fruits, beans, bran, bread and cereals, doesnât mean you can stand cruciferous veggies, like broccoli. If broccoli is a trigger for increased bloating, try cooking it instead of eating it raw.
In my view they represent the best of the best sources of information, research, and ongoing training for physicianâs. The goal of the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) is to serve the highest expression of individual health through the widespread adoption of functional medicine as the standard of medical care.
What is Functional Medicine? Functional Medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented approach and engaging both patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership. It is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms.