Unfortunately, most medical professionals aren't adequately trained in nutrition, and there are numerous misconceptions about how to properly nourish our bodies and what constitutes real food. I quickly realized that the common denominator for poor health in this country is the quality of our food and diet. By focusing on functional nutrition, I aim to bridge this gap and empower others to achieve optimal health through informed dietary choices.
Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor - Empowering your Health Journey with Functional Nutrition and Life Style Modification
Hello, I'm Jacob Barnett, a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor with a passion for helping others thrive through diet and lifestyle changes. My journey in nutrition began when I noticed a significant gap in the current healthcare system. Western medicine fails to address the root causes of disease and illness, and for many, a proper diet can make all the difference in allowing the body to heal and thrive.
Why Nutrition?
Nutrition is about so much more than just food—it's about understanding how the choices we make about what we eat shape our overall health and well-being. For nearly three decades, I followed the Standard American Diet, unaware of how to properly nourish my body. This way of eating led to numerous health challenges, including persistent acne and other skin issues, a weakened immune system, malnutrition, and more.
Over time, I began to uncover the truth about the lies we’ve been told regarding food and how to care for our bodies. The quality of our food has been steadily declining, making it not only less nutritious but, in many cases, harmful. This eye-opening realization ignited my passion for nutrition and its profound role in promoting health, preventing disease, and transforming lives.
I’m committed to helping others navigate the often-confusing world of nutrition, empowering them to make informed choices that lead to vibrant, lasting health.
Functional Medicine and Nutrition:
Functional Medicine is all about seeking to understand and ask questions to uncover the root cause of health concerns. Functional nutrition uses the "food is medicine" approach to healing our bodies and allowing them to thrive. There isn’t one diet that we should all prescribe to; instead, it’s about finding what works best for each individual.
I believe Functional Nutrition is the future of healthcare, not because it’s new or fancy, but because it brings us back to the foundation of what healthcare should be about—the needs of the patient. Functional Nutrition serves the needs of the individual. It recognizes each person’s unique capabilities for making the diet and lifestyle modifications that foster the physiological and psychological shifts enabling their body to cultivate its ultimate healing potential.
My Mission:
My goal is to bridge the knowledge gap and bring the benefits of nutrition to the forefront of health discussions. I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, where nutrition is seen as a crucial tool for maintaining health and preventing disease. By sharing what I’ve learned and continuing to expand my knowledge, I hope to inspire others to take charge of their health through informed dietary choices.
