Clinical Nutrition Gets Personal
NatureMed PulseThe Institute for Natural MedicineVol. 2, Issue 51
From Food to Function: Rethinking NutritionSorting through conflicting nutrition advice is like cooking without a recipe (think “fibermaxing” one week, high-protein debates the next). Wellness trends come and go, but the science of nutrition is only getting more compelling. The right foods can support everything from energy to recovery to disease prevention. A tailored dietary blueprint combines evidence with practical, real-world strategies to help your body perform at its best. The Gold Standard in Personalized Nutrition: CNS®Not all nutrition guidance is created equal. A Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS®) considers the whole person, factoring in metabolism, gut health, hormones, genetics, and environmental impacts before making recommendations. The focus extends beyond food and supplements to understanding what’s behind health imbalances and addressing them in a personalized way.
Broccoli, Tomatoes, Garlic, and More Disease-Fighting FoodsWhen a physician who spent a decade developing biotech treatments for cancer and vision loss turns his attention to nutrition, you listen. Dr. William Li’s science-based approach to food as medicine examines how specific foods support the body at a molecular level. Rather than promoting buzzy “superfoods,” Dr. Li leans on clinical research, targeting fruits and vegetables that naturally ramp up immune defenses, prevent disease, and foster healing.
NEW! Integrative Whole-Person Health Certification CourseExpand your clinical toolkit with the new Integrative Whole-Person Health certification course co-developed by INM and Georgetown University. Created for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other health professionals, the program explores nutrition therapy and integrative care models that complement conventional medicine. While seasoned integrative providers may already be familiar with these concepts, the course offers an opportunity to expand awareness and adoption. We encourage you to share the program with colleagues who may be newer to whole-health approaches or interested in bringing more person-centered, integrative strategies into their clinical work.
Food First for InflammationA risky mix of ultraprocessed foods and sedentary habits can lead to low-grade inflammation, triggering the same bodily response as an injury. But unlike the healing process for recovering wounds, the inflammatory chemicals don’t shut off, eventually damaging healthy cells and weakening systems to chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Eating to tame this fire starts with antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, whole grains, seafood and omega–3 fats, and inflammation-squashing spices like turmeric and ginger. Take a bottom-up approach using the anti-inflammatory food pyramid as a guide to fill your plate.
Please note that we do not provide individualized medical advice, diagnose conditions, or answer personal health questions. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for specific guidance. The NatureMed Pulse Team 4500 9th Ave. NE, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98105 |
