Clinical Insights, Functional Recipes, & Interviews

Candida is a type of yeast normally present in small amounts in various parts of the body. When the balance of microorganisms in the body, known as the microbiota or microflora, is disrupted, Candida can overgrow and become pathogenic, causing infections that lead to myriad signs and symptoms.

Our Green Tea Poached Salmon & Braised Spinach recipe is a perfect fusion of flavors and health benefits. Packed with antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and iron, this dish is a Functional Nutrition Alliance favorite that deserves to be part of your weekly dinner menu.

Explore the inspiring journey of Nikki Gepner, RDN, CD, CSR, CFNC, FNLP, owner of Northwest Functional Nutrition.

Meet Salomey Adomako, a dedicated RN and Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor from Simsbury, Connecticut.

These refined sugar-free, no-bake “donut holes” will satisfy your sweet tooth and fuel you with nutrient-dense ingredients like almonds, pecans, and dates. They're easy to make and can be prepared in a matter of minutes.

For those looking to cut-back on refined sugar and artificial ingredients, our Sugar-Free Banana Nice Cream is a delicious alternative to ice cream and other frozen treats.

Fiber is one pillar in our Fat, Fiber, Protein principle for Functional Nutrition. Fiber passes through the digestive tract, providing health benefits like improved digestion, better blood sugar regulation, heart health support, and gut microbiome nourishment

Navigating neurodivergence as a Functional Nutrition Counselor means fully embracing individuality and empathy in practice. Nicole Lui of The Perfectly Imperfect NeuroDivergent shares her experience as a Full Body Systems student and graduate in an interview with Andrea Nakayama.

Developed for Functional Nutrition Alliance by Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Andrea Nakayama, these Paleo Banana Snickerdoodles use bananas as a sweetener for a blood sugar balancing twist on the classic snickerdoodle.