Toronto Functional Medicine Centre

When the days get shorter and the sunlight wanes, some Toronto functional medicine patients begin having concerns with their mood and energy. For some, this seasonal pattern can form into seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that typically occurs during the fall and winter seasons. Symptoms can include fatigue, irritability, weight gain, and feelings of sadnes...

Your hydration can disclose surprising things about your absorption, use and regulation of fluids. In fact, “Water’s importance for prevention of nutrition-related noncommunicable diseases has emerged more recently because of the shift toward large proportions of fluids coming from caloric beverages

Hair loss isn’t always just about genetics or aging—sometimes, the root cause is surprisingly simple. Iron deficiency is an often-overlooked yet significant contributor to hair thinning in both men and women. At Toronto Functional Medicine Centre, we frequently see patients concerned about hair loss, and one of the first areas we investigate is iron status.

Neurodegeneration is the gradual loss of structure and/or function of the neurons. It involves chronic injury to the neurons that can eventually lead to cell death. Unlike other cells, neurons are limited in their ability to regenerate. So once neuronal damage accumulates beyond a certain threshold, it can potentially impair cognitive function, movements, emotional regulation, a...

Toronto IV therapy providers commonly consider ongoing detoxification support for their patients’ holistic health needs. In today’s world, our detox systems are likely overburdened by several lifestyle and environmental factors – hindering how our bodies can remove toxins. Luckily, you can take steps to optimize your detoxification processes.