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Functional Medicine

Functional medicine is an approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease through personalized, systems-oriented care that considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors. Research published in the International Journal of Complemen…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 95× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 3070-3360 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Functional medicine is an approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease through personalized, systems-oriented care that considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors. Research published in the International Journal of Complementary Medicine has examined aspects of this field, particularly through the lens of functional foods—dietary components that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. A 2019 study explored how functional foods contribute to disease prevention and health promotion, examining their bioactive compounds and potential therapeutic applications. This research addresses the growing interest in integrative approaches that combine nutritional science with clinical practice to support optimal health outcomes. The topic matters because functional medicine represents a shift from conventional disease-centered care toward patient-centered approaches that emphasize prevention and the body's inherent healing mechanisms. Understanding the evidence base for functional foods and related interventions helps clinicians and patients make informed decisions about dietary strategies that may complement traditional medical treatments. As healthcare systems increasingly recognize the limitations of treating symptoms in isolation, research into functional medicine approaches provides valuable insights into comprehensive, individualized care models.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2019

Functional Food

Butnariu MonicaCorresponding author
Banat’s University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine “King Michael I of Romania” from Timisoara, Timis, Romania
International Journal of Nutrition Cited by 95 doi:10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-19-2615

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Complementary Medicine (ISSN 3070-3360).

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