Dissecting the illusion!

Recently we had the opportunity to see the Analysis & Health report that a person received from a clinic that practices “Holistic Healing Through Functional Nutrition”.

As Nutrition educators we felt the need to share our insights with you.

We were surprised to see that the tests they conduct can range from - nothing revolutionary like CBC & Iron, glucose metabolism, lipid profile, etc to the ones that are outrunning our present knowledge of science like genetic testing etc. It's a game of smoke and mirrors, designed to entice the gullible into their elitist clinics with a hefty price tag attached

In the realm of health and wellness, terms like "Functional","Holistic," and "Integrative" often promise enlightenment and healing. However, beneath this facade lies a darker reality: a system that preys on vulnerability and disposable income. Vulnerability is nuanced – it could be anything from the fact that your doctor did not give you enough time & attention to the narrative that every doctor is a part of ‘Big Pharma’, etc etc.

These wellness ‘experts’ promise to uncover the elusive "root cause" of ailments, all the while demonizing modern medicine. Yet, their approach mirrors that of conventional doctors: running tests and prescribing solutions, though here it is packaged in wellness jargon at exorbitant prices.

One of the solutions offered where they generate a good amount of revenue are ‘special’ supplements. These are touted as ‘natural’ remedies but please understand that they may pose significant risks to health. Unregulated and potentially contaminated, these pills and potions can harm vital organs like the liver. It's a far cry from mainstream medications which comes with transparency be it directions, dosage, contraindications etc.

So, let's call it what it is: a scam.

Now for some reason, if you feel you are having unexplained aches and pains and your regular physician has not been able to find anything & suggests a lifestyle change, then take it up seriously & start focusing on a diet rich in whole foods, prioritize exercise, sleep and hydration, and look into investing in therapy for stress management. These are money well spent.

Once again, we felt the need to share this so you can take an informed decision without falling for the glitz, glamour, aura & aesthetically pleasing luxury spa vibes of these clinics.

We have so much more to share but will stop it here, for now. We would love to hear your thoughts especially since this is a nuanced topic.

Neethu Vipin & Lovely Ranganath