Did you know that nearly 90% of the neurotransmitters that help regulate your mood are made in your gut? It’s true! Early physicians treated depression not with drugs, but by examining lifestyle factors and diet. They understood the profound connection between the gut and the brain, long before modern science caught up.
Today, we recognize that depression isn’t always caused by a neurotransmitter imbalance alone. Unregulated blood sugar, for instance, can trigger feelings of melancholy. Low thyroid function—even if you’re medicated—may lead to brain fog and depressive symptoms. These interconnected systems in the body reveal that depression is often a signal of deeper imbalances.
Depression is not just a “brain issue” it’s your body’s way of telling you something is off. It’s like a warning light on your car’s dashboard, alerting you to an underlying problem that needs attention. Functional medicine views the body as a system of interconnected parts, each influencing the others. If one area isn’t functioning well, chances are others are impacted too—even if traditional blood tests show everything as “normal.”
That’s where we come in. Our goal is to look beyond the obvious, addressing those “grey zones” in your health that may be overlooked in conventional medicine. We aim to support your overall well-being, working with you to set personalized health goals and uncover the true sources of your symptoms.
Take Jordan Sikes, for example. At one of the lowest points in his life, Jordan struggled with chronic back and leg pain, depression, and anxiety. After seeing multiple doctors and even undergoing a pain management program, he was told he’d have to live with the pain and rely on medications like Zoloft and painkillers forever.
That’s when he met Dr. Ann. With her expertise, encouragement, and tailored treatments, Jordan’s life transformed. He regained mobility, got off medications, and even lost 60 pounds. Now, he’s thriving. “My quality of life is better now at 29 than it was at 20,” Jordan shares.
His story is a testament to the power of addressing the root causes of health issues and embracing a functional medicine approach.
Functional medicine offers a holistic approach to depression, focusing on:
If you’re unsure about where to begin, here are some small changes that can make a big difference:
Each of these steps contributes to overall well-being and can help lay the foundation for addressing depression holistically.
If you’ve tried antidepressants with little success or feel stuck in a cycle of unresolved symptoms, it’s time for a new approach. We’re here to help you break free from the grip of depression and reclaim your life.
Book an appointment today and discover how functional medicine can address the root causes of your depression. Let us help you feel like yourself again.