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Sleep deprivation: a deeper dive into clinical screenings, mitochondrial impact, and therapeutic interventions
As the pioneer and global leader of Functional Medicine, the Institute of Functional Medicine leads and catalyses the efforts of a large and expanding Functional Medicine ecosystem, including providers, educators, payers, industry leaders, regulators, and influencers.
2023
Abstract
A concise but informative article from the IFM summarising the importance of sleep for our health with a particular focus on mitochondria. An exploration of the connection between sleep deprivation and oxidative stress, and the role of our circadian clock. Nutrition, exercise, and mind-body therapies are reviewed as potential levers to improve sleep quality and protect against mitochondrial oxidative damage.
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Treating the Underlying Causes of Chronic Migraine
As the pioneer and global leader of Functional Medicine, the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) leads and catalyses the efforts of a large and expanding Functional Medicine ecosystem, including providers, educators, payers, industry leaders, regulators, and influencers.
2022
Abstract
Pinpointing the exact pathophysiology of migraines is challenging. This insight from the IFM looks at mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress and gastrointestinal disorders as key players in the role of migraine development and progression. Research suggests that the prevalence of migraines can be increased with a number of gastrointestinal conditions such as helicobacter pylori infection, irritable bowel syndrome and coeliac disease. Nutrition interventions that have been shown to improve quality of life in chronic migraine sufferers includes the ketogenic diet and nutrient supplementation with riboflavin, CoQ10 and magnesium.