What is Functional Medicine?

What is Functional Medicine?

Getting to the root of health

“Functional Medicine determines how and why illness occurs and restores health by addressing the root causes of disease for each individual.” — The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)

Online Health Coach Collective Coaches are Functional Medicine Certified

Factors such as sleep, diet, movement, stress-management and relational support are foundational pillars of health in the functional medicine model. As Functional Medicine Certified Health Coaches (FMCHC), we help you work in these key areas.


Health Coach Collective Functional Medicine Health Coaches 5 Pillars

Five Pillars of Health

  1. Sleep and relaxation
  2. Movement and exercise
  3. Doctor-approved nutrition plan
  4. Stress management
  5. Social support

Looking for a functional medicine medical doctor to partner with you and your coach? Search for certified medical professionals from The Institute of Functional Medicine.