Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a standard practice for pharmacists, involving advising clients on proper medication use. However, it often lacks transparency about potential negative effects since dispensary pharmacists are primarily focused on selling medications.  

PNE pharmacists offer a fresh perspective on MTM with an FM mindset. They understand that diet and lifestyle are key factors in disease development. Through coaching and guidance, they help clients prioritize these factors, reserving medications as a last resort. It actually requires as much, if not more, knowledge, expertise and experience to safely guide someone OFF medications. PNE pharmacists maintain full transparency and work with prescribing physicians to ensure clients make informed health decisions. 

Key action steps for those interested in FM and PNE:

• Consider lifestyle and dietary changes before turning to medications.
• Seek out PNE pharmacists with a functional medicine approach for guidance.
• Stay informed about the long-term impacts of medications on your health, especially the microbiome since ALL medications affect it adversely.
• Keep open communication with your healthcare providers about your treatment preferences.
• It’s your money and your health – no one but you can best decide how to manage both

If you would you like to explore how you could incorporate functional medicine principles into your daily routine submit a request for a consultation.