Complementary & Integrative Medicine
Evidence-based natural protocols combining nutritional medicine, herbal therapy, functional medicine, and mind-body interventions for 331 health conditions — grounded in peer-reviewed clinical research.
331+
Conditions covered
6
Integrative disciplines
249
Nutrients tracked
RCT-backed
Evidence standard
Six Pillars of Integrative Medicine
Our protocols draw from six evidence-based disciplines, each targeting different mechanisms of disease and healing.
Nutritional Medicine
Therapeutic nutrition using targeted micronutrients, macronutrient ratios, and dietary patterns to address root causes of disease. Includes orthomolecular medicine, megadose vitamin therapy, and condition-specific dietary protocols.
- Omega-3 for inflammation
- Magnesium for neurological conditions
- Vitamin D3 for immune regulation
- Zinc for immune function
Herbal & Botanical Medicine
Evidence-based phytotherapy using standardized botanical extracts with documented clinical efficacy. Includes adaptogenic herbs, anti-inflammatory botanicals, and condition-specific herbal protocols.
- Curcumin for inflammation
- Berberine for metabolic conditions
- Ashwagandha for stress
- Lion's Mane for cognition
Mind-Body Medicine
Interventions that leverage the bidirectional relationship between psychological states and physiological function. Includes meditation, biofeedback, hypnotherapy, and stress-reduction protocols.
- Mindfulness for anxiety
- Biofeedback for hypertension
- Yoga for autoimmune conditions
- Breathwork for HRV
Functional Medicine
Systems-biology approach identifying root causes of chronic disease through advanced testing and personalized protocols. Addresses gut permeability, mitochondrial dysfunction, HPA axis dysregulation, and toxin burden.
- Gut microbiome restoration
- Mitochondrial support
- Hormone optimization
- Detoxification protocols
Immune & Autoimmune Protocols
Targeted interventions for immune dysregulation including autoimmune conditions, chronic infections, and inflammatory disorders. Combines dietary modification, targeted supplementation, and lifestyle medicine.
- AIP diet for autoimmune
- Selenium for Hashimoto's
- Vitamin D for MS
- Probiotics for IBD
Energy & Mitochondrial Medicine
Evidence-based protocols targeting cellular energy production, mitochondrial biogenesis, and metabolic efficiency. Addresses chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and age-related energy decline.
- CoQ10 for mitochondria
- NAD+ precursors
- B-vitamin complex
- Alpha-lipoic acid
What the Research Shows
Selected findings from peer-reviewed randomized controlled trials supporting complementary medicine interventions.
Mediterranean diet reduces cardiovascular events by 30% (PREDIMED trial, 7,447 participants)
Estruch et al., NEJM, 2013
Curcumin equivalent to ibuprofen for knee osteoarthritis pain in RCT
Kuptniratsaikul et al., Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2014
Berberine comparable to metformin 500mg for HbA1c reduction
Yin et al., Metabolism, 2008
Selenium 200mcg/day reduces thyroid antibodies by 40% in Hashimoto's
Toulis et al., Thyroid, 2010
Omega-3 supplementation reduces depression symptoms in meta-analysis of 26 RCTs
Mocking et al., Translational Psychiatry, 2016
Probiotic supplementation significantly reduces IBS symptoms across multiple RCTs
Ford et al., American Journal of Gastroenterology, 2014
Browse by Condition Category
Complementary medicine protocols organized by body system and condition type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is complementary and integrative medicine?
Complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) combines evidence-based conventional medicine with natural therapies including nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, acupuncture, mind-body practices, and functional medicine. It focuses on treating root causes rather than symptoms alone.
Is complementary medicine evidence-based?
Yes — many complementary medicine interventions have strong RCT evidence. Examples include berberine for blood sugar (comparable to metformin), curcumin for inflammation (comparable to NSAIDs in some studies), omega-3 for depression, and selenium for Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
What conditions respond best to integrative medicine?
Autoimmune conditions (Hashimoto's, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), metabolic conditions (type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, PCOS), mental health (anxiety, depression, ADHD), digestive disorders (IBS, IBD, SIBO), and chronic pain all have strong evidence for complementary approaches.
How do I get started with a complementary medicine protocol?
Start with our Symptom Checker or Health Assessment to identify your top conditions. Each condition page includes a complete evidence-based protocol covering diet, supplements, lifestyle interventions, and foods to avoid — all grounded in peer-reviewed research.