Digestive Health
Edinburgh Centre for Functional Medicine is a leading gut health clinic in Edinburgh. While the most common “diagnosis” of digestive dysfunction is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), we treat a huge number of different gut health issues. These include abdominal pain, Barrett’s esophagus, inflammatory bowel disease, and Crohn’s disease
Unfortunately, conventional medicine often takes a narrow view of digestive issues and tends to focus solely on symptom management by prescribing medication as a temporary solution and prescribes too many antibiotics that are simply not needed. At Edinburgh CFM, we recognise the extensive influence that the gut can have on overall health, as gut issues can manifest as joint pain, skin issues and mental health disorders. Therefore, a more comprehensive approach to gut health is necessary for optimal well-being.
Common Symptoms of Digestive Issues
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Headaches
- Excessive Gas
- Nausea
- Burping
- Stomach Distension
- GERD
- Low Sex Drive
- Connective Tissue Pain
- Brain Fog
- Thyroid Issues
- Sleep Issues
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Skin Complaints
- Fatigue
- Acne
- Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Abdominal Pain
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What Causes Gut Health Issues?
Digestive health symptoms and disorders can be caused by a number of different factors. The examples here may cause gut health issues, or they may be diagnosed as a result of them using Functional Medicine Testing.
- Yeast Infection
- Parasite Infections (Blastocystis hominis)
- Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth
- Fodmap sensitivities
- Poisoning
- Prolonged Stress
- Food intolerances
- Medications (NSAIDS)
Conditions We Treat
A variety of Digestive Health issues we treat at our clinic
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A common digestive disorder causing symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation, often linked to stress, diet, and gut imbalance.
SIBO
Leaky Gut
Where the gut lining becomes more permeable, allowing unwanted particles to enter the bloodstream and potentially triggering inflammation and food sensitivities.
Candida Overgrowth
An imbalance where yeast grows excessively in the gut, often causing digestive discomfort, fatigue, skin issues, and recurring infections.
Our objective is to aid you in achieving optimal health and wellbeing.
TREATMENT APPROACH
Functional medicine operates on the principle of providing a personalized approach to each patient’s health concerns. This means that the causes and symptoms of each patient’s condition will be unique and require tailored treatment protocols based on factors such as their nutritional status, genetics, detoxification status and lifestyle habits. By scrutinizing every aspect of a patient’s health, we can identify the underlying causes of gut dysfunction and any core imbalances that may interfere with their body’s ability to digest and absorb nutrients.
Our team of experienced Functional Medicine practitioners is dedicated to helping patients overcome their digestive health issues. Our approach goes beyond providing symptomatic relief and focuses on addressing the root causes of these issues. At the Edinburgh Centre for Functional Medicine, we offer solutions that will help you correct any dysfunction within your digestive system and bring back balance
Approach
Nutritient Absorption
An imbalance in our digestive system can result in a range of symptoms and conditions. Our health is influenced by what we eat and absorb, and any dysfunction can impact the body's optimal functioning and weaken the immune system.
Nutraceuticals
Based on the specific condition, your practitioner may suggest targeted supplements to aid the body in optimizing specific nutrients, minerals, or enzymes to give as much support as needed.
Treatment Support
Our approach is centered around testing rather than guessing, which can ultimately be more efficient and cost-effective. Our team of functional medicine doctors and practitioners can suggest specific gut health, such as the SIBO breath test, candida test, and microbiome testing to identify the root cause of your digestive issuesg
Testing
Our practitioners are able to suggest additional treatments or lifestyle interventions that have been proven effective in helping you overcome a specific digestive condition
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Why Choose Us?
Our Mission
We provide a supportive environment paired with cutting-edge expertise in nutrition and functional medicine.
Our mission is to help you uncover the root causes of your health concerns and guide you through them with personalised nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
Our Values
We practice root-cause medicine — because true healing starts with understanding why symptoms arise.
Our goal is to uncover the underlying drivers of your health concerns and empower you with the tools to make lasting, sustainable changes.
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Support
Once you begin the process with us, our collaborative approach with a practitioner will guide you through every step. We will collect the necessary information through detailed intake forms and tailor our support to motivate and assist you throughout the process.