Mental Health

Depression

Depression evaluated through a functional lens examining inflammation, hormones, gut health, and nutrients.

What is Depression?

Depression is more than a chemical imbalance. Functional medicine recognizes that depression can be driven by inflammation, hormonal imbalances, gut dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies, and metabolic factors that are often overlooked.

Common Symptoms

Persistent sadness
Loss of interest
Fatigue
Sleep changes
Appetite changes
Difficulty concentrating
Feelings of worthlessness
Social withdrawal

Root Causes We Investigate

Neuroinflammation
Gut-brain axis dysfunction
Hormonal imbalances
Nutrient deficiencies (B12, folate, D, omega-3)
Thyroid dysfunction
Blood sugar instability
Chronic stress
Toxin exposure

Our Diagnostic Approach

1Inflammatory markers
2Nutrient panel (B vitamins, D, omega-3)
3Complete thyroid panel
4Hormone assessment
5Organic acids test
6Gut health evaluation
7Neurotransmitter metabolites

Treatment Options

Nutritional optimization
Anti-inflammatory protocols
Gut-brain axis support
Hormone balancing
Targeted supplementation
Lifestyle modifications
Exercise prescription
Complementary to mental health care

Ready to Address Your Depression?

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