Supplement Management: Summary
In “Supplement Management” Evan discusses the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) approach to supplements and how it differs from traditional Western and natural/functional medicine. While Western medicine often sidelines the use of high-quality supplements, opting for multivitamins from supermarkets, natural and functional medicine practitioners try to treat conditions like anxiety with supplements in place of pharmaceuticals, which may not be as effective but typically have fewer side effects. FDN, however, does not treat symptoms directly with supplements; instead, they use them as a supportive measure while seeking out the root cause of health issues like panic disorder or acne, termed as ‘intelligent allopathy.’ This involves identifying underlying issues rather than treating a ‘deficiency in a medication or supplement.’
FDN emphasizes the importance of bio-individuality in supplement protocols. Unlike generic dosing recommendations common in natural medicine, FDN practitioners use a method called self-titration, where supplements are introduced slowly and their dosage is adjusted according to individual reactions. This personalized approach helps to prevent negative side effects like Herxheimer reactions and ensures that the client finds the ‘sweet spot’ where the supplement begins to be beneficial. Notably, they prioritize client compliance by carefully managing the introduction of multiple supplements, ensuring clients do not feel overwhelmed or experience adverse reactions from taking too many new supplements at once.
Another major distinction of FDN’s approach is their non-brand loyalty, which allows for flexibility depending on new scientific findings and market changes. The course offers extensive training, including over 150 hours of content, guiding practitioners on how to think critically and adapt supplement protocols to meet the unique needs of each client. The goal is not just to provide a one-size-fits-all solution but to offer a method that works effectively for each individual.
Supplement Management: Topics
00:00 Introduction to FDN and Supplements
00:17 Western Medicine’s Approach to Supplements
01:11 Natural Medicine’s Approach to Supplements
02:58 FDN’s Unique Philosophy on Supplements
05:22 Implementing Supplement Protocols with Clients
06:07 Self Titration Method Explained
07:44 Challenges with Generic Supplement Doses
12:20 FDN’s Non-Brand Loyal Approach
16:35 Conclusion and Course Information
Where to Find Detective Ev & FDN
- WEBSITE: fdntraining.com
- AFDNP: fdntraining.com/AFDNP
- INSTAGRAM: fdntraining
- FACEBOOK: FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition
- YOUTUBE: FDNtraining
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