Nutrition & Functional Medicine
At Pinetree Family Chiropractic, we take a whole-person, heart-centered approach to health—one that honors the incredible influence that food, daily habits, and environment have on your well-being. At the same time, we deeply value modern research and the expertise of conventional medicine. Blending these perspectives helps us support you in a way that feels thoughtful, grounded, and truly effective.
Our philosophy is built on a few guiding beliefs:
Personalized Nutrition
No cookie-cutter plans here. We know your health story is shaped by your goals, your culture, your routines, and the realities of your daily life. Some folks love structure, others prefer gentle guidance—we’ll meet you wherever you feel comfortable and build something that fits you (not the other way around).
A Functional Medicine Lens
Functional medicine looks closely at what’s happening under the surface—the patterns and imbalances that may be contributing to the symptoms you’re experiencing. Through detailed lab testing, conversations about your history, and personalized nutrition and lifestyle support, we help your body find its way back to steadier, long-lasting wellness.
Evidence-Based & Integrative Care
We believe the best care comes from combining compassion, curiosity, and science. Everything we recommend is rooted in current research and tailored to your individual needs.
And because health rarely lives in one lane, we happily collaborate with any other providers on your team. Open communication helps ensure that your care feels connected, comprehensive, and truly supportive from all sides.
Whether you’re working through a specific concern or simply seeking to feel your best, you can trust that your plan will be thoughtful, well-researched, and built to support your whole life—not just a single symptom.
Knowing When to Call in the Specialists
Part of caring for you well is knowing where our expertise begins and ends. Some conditions are a perfect fit for our practice; others are best managed alongside—or primarily by—specialists. We will never encourage you to ignore another provider’s advice or sidestep necessary care.
Instead, we see ourselves as part of your bigger healthcare village—ready to support you during and after specialized treatment, always respecting the skills and insight of the professionals around us.
Nurturing a Healthy Relationship with Food
Food isn’t just fuel—it’s culture, comfort, joy, and connection. We take great care to support eating patterns that feel balanced, compassionate, and sustainable. Our language is gentle and body-positive, and we keep a close eye on avoiding anything that resembles disordered eating messaging.
This is especially important when working with children and teens. We focus on nurturing lifelong skills around body trust, self-compassion, and mindful eating so kids can grow into adults who feel at home in their own bodies.
Trauma-Informed Care
We understand that past experiences—medical, emotional, or otherwise—can shape how a person relates to food and health. We lead with empathy, creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported as you move toward healing.
Anti-Fat Bias / No Weight Stigma
Your worth is not determined by your weight. Period.
We practice from a Health at Every Size perspective, supporting your goals without judgment, shame, or assumptions. You’ll never be reduced to a number here.
Inclusivity Matters
Everyone deserves care that feels respectful, welcoming, and culturally aware. We honor your traditions, your identity, and the ways food shows up in your life. Your nutrition plan should feel like you—not like a list pulled from someone else’s rulebook.
Respect for Cultural Food Traditions
Traditional foods are meaningful, grounding, and often deeply nourishing. We’ll help you incorporate what matters to you while still moving toward your health goals—no sacrificing the foods that connect you to your family, heritage, or joy.
Awareness of Financial & Local Limitations
Health shouldn’t depend on access to specialty foods or pricey ingredients. We’re committed to offering realistic, affordable recommendations that fit your grocery budget and what’s actually available in your community.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nutrition & Functional Medicine