ENMy patient told me, "I need your help. I have gained so much weight, I feel so tired all the time, I feel like I can't think straight.” My patient is a 55 year old woman with type 2 diabetes. Three years ago she had a “minor” heart attack and has two stents in her […]
Osteoporosis ( weak bones) affects millions of women after menopause. We lose bone mass rapidly in our early 50's ( when we are supposed to be on menopause) but continue losing it at a slower rate throughout the rest of our lives. The undesirable consequence is the propensity to fractures, especially when we fall. ( […]
There is a huge difference between our lifespan (how long you live) and our healthspan (how long you live healthy) in our modern society. I began researching longevity in hopes of bringing those two indices as close as possible– in other words, to live healthily as long as possible. I came across the work of […]
TL;DR: Health coaching helps you bridge the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. A trained health coach works with you to identify the root causes of symptoms, build sustainable habits, and stay accountable. At Family Functional Medicine in Greensboro, NC, our coaches collaborate directly with clinicians to help you turn insight […]
Yes – functional medicine can complement your conventional care for chronic conditions by addressing root causes and daily drivers (nutrition, sleep, movement, stress, gut–immune balance) and by coordinating medications and monitoring with your existing doctors. It’s not a replacement for standard treatment; it’s a personalized add-on that often improves energy, symptom control, and quality of […]
Short answer: Sometimes – but the goal isn’t “no meds at all.” In functional medicine, we focus on finding and treating root causes, improving lifestyle, and optimizing body systems. As your health improves, some people can reduce the number or dose of medications under medical supervision. Others still need medicines for safety. The right plan […]
Look for a licensed clinician who practices a root-cause, systems-based approach, offers evidence-based testing (only when actionable), and provides a clear follow-up plan. In Arlington Heights, IL. Dr Luz Feldmann, MD is led by Dr Luz Feldmann, MD and offers advanced functional medicine testing, lifestyle medicine, responsible root-cause care, and telehealth options. Key Points License First: Choose […]
Functional medicine is a root-cause, systems-based approach used by licensed clinicians to investigate why chronic, overlapping symptoms persist and to create a personalized plan – standard labs first, targeted specialty tests only when results will change care. Integrative medicine blends conventional care with complementary therapies (nutrition, sleep, movement, stress skills, acupuncture referrals, select herbals) to […]
Many conventional clinicians are cautious about functional medicine because of time and billing constraints, variable training across practitioners, concerns about over-testing or supplement overuse, and the reality that insurance often doesn’t cover longer visits or some specialty labs. When functional medicine is practiced responsibly – standard labs first, advanced tests only if results change care, […]
Functional medicine costs more because it uses longer visits, deep history-taking, and personalized plans that standard insurance doesn’t fully reimburse. Some specialty labs and program-level support (nutrition, sleep, stress, behavior change) also fall outside typical coverage. We minimize costs by using standard labs first, reserving specialty tests only when actionable, being transparent about pricing, and […]
There isn’t a single percentage that applies to everyone's success depends on your goals, diagnosis, consistency, and the quality of care. In well-run programs, many patients see meaningful improvements in energy, sleep, digestion, symptom stability, and lab trends within 4–12 weeks, with more durable change over 3–6+ months. Functional medicine works best when it’s structured, […]
Most insurance plans pay for diagnosis and procedures, not extended time for root-cause investigation, lifestyle coaching, and advanced specialty testing when it’s not considered standard of care. Functional medicine often includes longer visits, non-covered specialty labs, and personalized programs that fall outside typical billing rules. You can usually still use insurance for standard labs and […]
Do you have questions about starting your path back to health? Our patient coordinator is standing by, happy to answer any questions you have to determine if our approach is right for you.
Do you have questions about starting your path back to health? Our patient coordinator is standing by, happy to answer any questions you have to determine if our approach is right for you.
Known for her successful approach towards chronic wellness issues, Dr. Luz Feldmann, MD and her team at Forever Wellness combine an integrative, functional medicine approach informed by advanced lab testing.
Dr. Luz Feldmann, MD - Our unique approach to diagnosing and resolving chronic health issues recognizes that lasting health depends on resolving the underlying root causes of your symptoms . Click here to learn more »
