Frequently Asked
Questions

What is Functional Nutrition?

Functional nutrition is a therapeutic focus on restoring the optimum function of the body and its organs through targeted diet and lifestyle modifications. Functional nutrition is the answer to many of the struggles patients face in healthcare today. Patients are supported and educated on what is going on in their body so that they can take ownership of their own health.

What is root cause resolution?

When uncovering the root cause, it is important to ask WHY, not just WHAT. Symptoms typically appear due to an issue somewhere else in the body, usually in the gastrointestinal tract. You can treat the symptom with medicine or work towards uncovering the reason (the root). When the roots regenerate, optimal health can be achieved. We use food as medicine to heal the body.

What is systemic inflammation and why is it so bad?

Inflammation can also be a systemic problem that affects the entire body. If you cut your finger with a knife, you may experience heat, redness, swelling and pain. These are signs of local inflammation. When your body is exposed to certain triggers or perceives them as bad (examples: dust, chemicals, gluten, corn, dairy) it can mount an immune response. The body’s immune response is typically an over-the-top response to what it is fighting. The chemicals that make up inflammation ensure the correct immune response to fight off foreign invaders. The problem is that when the chemicals that cause inflammation become chronically elevated then systemic inflammation can lead to many health problems such as: obesity, heart disease, ADHD, diabetes, cancer, hormone dysregulation, autoimmune diseases and skin conditions. Some of the symptoms of systemic inflammation are joint pain, swelling, unexplained rashes, GI distress or headaches.

Who can benefit from your nutrition services ?

We can help individuals who:

• Have serious health conditions and diseases
• Have exhausted all medical resources (all results have come back clinically normal)
• Have been on a traditional Western medical route and are looking for a different approach
• Suffering with symptoms (stomach pain, constipation, brain fog, skin issues, mood dysregulation) without a clinical diagnosis
• Want to optimize their health and clean up their family’s diet
• Bridge the nutrition gap between themselves and their doctor
• Face chronic illness with a partner; no one should have to go through this alone!

What conditions can your therapeutic plans manage?

Some of the conditions/diseases this program can help with are:

Acne – ADHD – Allergies – Anxiety – Autoimmunity – Cancer – Candida – Celiac disease – Crohn’s Disease – Food allergies and intolerances – Gallbladder – Graves Disease – Hashimotos – Hormone health – Immune Regulation – Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Leaky Gut – Migraines – Mood – Multiple Sclerosis – Pain (joint, knee, back, knee) – Psoriasis – Rheumatoid Arthritis – SIBO – Sleep – Ulcerative Colitis

Do your services primarily focus on diet changes?

We take a whole-body approach to healing because our physiological systems are interconnected. Using food as medicine is the primary focus, however, we also make other lifestyle recommendations. For example, we may recommend deep breathing techniques, topical applications, supplements, massage, movement exercises, supplements, or herbs.

Will you recommend supplements?

Yes, supplements may be a part of our therapeutic plan to further support diet and lifestyle changes.

Can your services help with weight loss?

Yes! If you are looking to lose weight and gain energy, we can support you in this process. We will not be counting calories. By reducing systemic inflammation in the body, the unwanted pounds will naturally shed.

Will I be able to dine out?

Yes. We understand that eating at restaurants can be difficult when committing to a diet and lifestyle change. We will work together to help you make the best choices while dining out so you can stick to your therapeutic plan.

Can I eat pasta? (most commonly asked question)

Yes! There are many pasta choices on the market that are made with alternative ingredients to wheat-based pasta and taste just as delicious. There are pastas made with lentil flour, chickpea flour or brown rice flour. We can also provide recipes for zucchini, sweet potato, and squash noodles.

Are your services in person or virtual?

Sessions are primarily virtual. If you are local to the Greater Hartford area in CT and would like to meet in person we can discuss options.

Do you work with children?

Absolutely! We have seen amazing things happen when children clean up their diet and remove inflammatory foods. We can determine if it will better serve your family to have parent only sessions or include the child.

Do you accept insurance?

Insurance is not accepted at this time.

How long will it take for me to feel better?

You did not get to this place of feeling unwell overnight. Feeling better will take time too. We will work together to make the process easy and enjoyable. Taking control of your own health is empowering! We will make sure you have the right tools, access to easy and delicious recipes and hold your hand through the process.

What is the FIT Test?

KMBO‘s Food Intolerance Test (FIT test) is the most sensitive food test available using patented technology. The multiple pathway approach allows us to look at not only food sensitivities but also inflammation and gut permeability all from one test.

The test measures an inflammatory pathway instead of IgG alone, which helps to eliminate false positives that occur with traditional IgG testing. Each sample is run with 15 standards and controls.

An easy to read color-based report will be provided with the results showing which foods you were most reactive to. We will work together to develop an individualized meal plan based on your results. The foods that come back as reactive will be strictly eliminated for 6 weeks and then reintroduced once your immune system has been given a chance to calm down and reset.

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How do I know if the FIT test is for me?

In a healthy gut, the cell junctions are healthy and your body has good nutrient absorption. In a leaky gut, the intestinal villi are damaged, the cell junctions are loose and nutrient absorption will be poor. When someone has a leaky gut, bacteria and unwanted toxins can pass through into your bloodstream causing a variety of symptoms.