EMBRACING THE PRINCIPLES OF FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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ANDREW FORTUNA NT
MSc Personalised Nutrition
– BSc (Hons) Nutritional Science
– Registered Nutritionist (mBANT)
– Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (CNHC)
– Personalised Nutrition Practice diploma (level 6) with clinical training
– Human anatomy and physiology (level 4)
– Neuro-linguistics programming (NLP) practitioner
– Qualified blood chemistry analyst
– Qualified Montreal Cognitive Asessment (MoCA) provider
– Certified Iridologist
– UK Royal Society of Medicine (member)

BSc research project and MSc dissertation were focused on: Brain energy metabolism and fatty acid utilisation by the APOE genotype in Mild Cognitive Impairment & Alzheimer’s disease

Andrew Fortuna NT
BANT CNHC logo

The British Association for Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) is the leading professional body for Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioners in one-to-one clinical practice and a self-regulator for BANT Registered Nutritionists®, requiring members have a minimum degree in Nutrition and clinical training with a deep understanding of human biochemistry and biology. BANT oversees the activities, training and Continuing Professional Development of its members. It’s important to work with a regulated and clinically trained professional, as anyone can be a nutritionist, but not all nutritionist are regulated, academically and clinically trained at degree level.

BANT practitioner members are required to be registered either with the Complementary & Natural healthcare Council (CNHC) or be statutorily regulated (ie dietician). CNHC holds a register accredited by the UK Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (PSA), an independent body accountable to the UK Parliament. For context, the PSA also regulates General Practitioners and Dieticians in the UK and Gibraltar. CNHC membership ensures conduct, ethics and performance expected of all complementary health practitioners. Only qualified and regulated professionals can recommend personalised dietary and supplement programmes to support persons with medically diagnosed conditions and prescribed medications.

Working with me is a guarantee that you are consulting with a clinically-trained nutritional professional with a strong academic background (MSc & BSc Hons), licensed, regulated, and professionally insured practitioner, who is qualified in blood chemistry analysis and other lab testing techniques, with many years clinical experience successfully supporting clients with a variety of ‘chronic’ health conditions.

It is important to work with a:
1) professional overseen by a recognised regulatory body to guarantee your safety.
2) clinically-trained nutrition professional who can safely and legally work with persons with medically diagnosed conditions and prescribed medications
3) regulated by a recognised body requiring continued professional development
4) has a professional malpractice insurance to cover Nutritional Therapy
5) has completed an Honours Degree or a Masters qualification in a nutrition field.

WARNING: for your safety, you should not work with any nutrition provider who is not a member of any regulatory bodies or not clinically trained in Nutrition to support persons with medically diagnosed conditions.

Only Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioners and Registered Dietitians are trained and qualified in clinical practice to meet UK national standards and work in a one-to-one setting. BANT Registered Nutritionists® have met training and qualification standards and work with groups, and the wider industry, academia and in non-clinical settings. BANT members are required to meet Continuing Professional Development (CPD) standards.

SPECIAL PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

NT is the application of nutrition and lifestyle medicine sciences in the promotion of health, peak performance and individual care based around the Functional Medicine health model. Registered NT Practitioners assess and identify potential nutritional, genetic, epigenetic, dietary and lab biomarker imbalances to understand how these may contributing to a person’s symptoms, health concerns or to prevent disease onset via individualised recommendations. My clinical training allows me to understand and explain the root causes of your symptoms or medicaly diagnosed conditions. I have worked with many clients (see testimonials) experiencing a wide range of complex health conditions on my longer-term NT programmes, with significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life, and even reversal of diagnosed conditions.

Personalised recommendations
By assessing individualised risk factors, biochemical imbalances, as well as established and novel biomarkers which may be provide clues as to what these imbalances may be on each individual, will help identify what your unique imbalances, triggers and root causes for your ill-health may be, hence why nutrition and lifestyle recommendations HAS to be personalised to each individual. You cannot use the same approach for everyone, as doing could result in poor outcomes, ineffective and even lead to adverse effects, especially if prescribed any medications.

Nutritional Therapy diseases

Please get in touch using the button below, email or the chat toggle on the bottom left corner of your screen to WhatsApp me. If you have any questions or would like to book a nutritional therapy consultation, I’d love to hear from you. I can offer a free 10 minute discovery call if you are undecided so you can ask me any questions and learn more about nutritional therapy and how it I can help you recover before you commit. You can chose to have the consultation face-to-face, online (Facetime / Zoom / Skype etc), or over the phone (WhatsApp), and lasts approx 60 minutes. I offer a variety of programmes tailored to your budget and goals. Consultations generally include: 

– Detailed analysis of your dietary intake
– Detailed medical and case health analysis using the functional medicine model
– Recording signs and symptoms
– Aims to identify the root causes of your illness
– Discuss a strategy for health – personalised, simple, sustainable advice for diet and lifestyle changes; taking into consideration your nutritional requirements and personal circumstances.
– The recommendation of functional lab tests if required, will help ascertain any suspected underlying imbalances contributing to your symptoms
– May include referral to other healthcare practitioners to work alongside my recommendations
ie, a doctor, counsellor, or personal trainer where necessary.

After the consultation
Once I have analysed your case history, I will recommend your treatment plan, which will include a therapeutic nutrition programme, personalised dietary and lifestyle recommendations, a meal plan, recipes, and a recommended supplement regime to help you heal and thrive. I always aim to get this to you within 5 working days of the consultation.

Book a consultation
Contact me to book an appointment with me and learn how my fees work.

Mild Cognitive Impairment / Alzheimer’s disease
prevention programme

BRAINCOG is a six/twelve month professional programme for all adults aged 30 years or older to optimise cognitive function to help reduce the risks of developing MCI or early Alzheimer’s disease. BRAINCOG has been developed on the outcomes of my research project and dissertation for my BSc and MSc. It is a systems-based approach based on evidence-based pathophysiological reasoning, whilst embracing the principles of functional medicine. The rationale is supported by validated cognitive assessment tools, the outcomes of recent human clinical trials, as well as a large body of in-vitro, animal and human studies on MCI / Alzheimer’s. Click to LEARN MORE and participate in my BRAINCOG programme

Braincog

Weight loss & health optimisation programme

At just over £70 per week, this is an ideal programme to burn away the summer indulgences! The start date is flexible and suitable for adults of any age. Five consultations are spread out over the 9 weeks. You will receive professional health analysis, email support 24/7, personalised dietary plans, nutrition course, a blood & urine lab test and more. You can also chose from five health concerns to improve by the end of the 9 weeks. The location for the consultations is flexible and will be agreed on depending whether you sign up individually, as a group, in-person or online (Zoom)LEARN MORE.

Functional laboratory testing

FUNCTIONAL LABORATORY TESTING

Private lab testing via blood, stool, urine, saliva & genetics, can help identify potential root causes of your symptoms, track the efficacy of interventions, help supports decision-making for disease prevention, and provides an evidence-based rationale to optimise sports performance with personalised nutrition. These tests are useful to determine metabolic and hormonal imbalances, as well as assess digestive function, or detect potential bacterial, fungal or parasitical presence which may be contributing to your symptoms. EMAIL ME if you’d like to arrange a private lab test and work with me to understand the root causes of your symptoms / medically diagnosed condition(s).

Lab testing

Man / woman Wellness checks

Wellman  & woman

WELL WOMAN / MAN £280

Make an appointment for a functional wellness check for men or women. Health and disease prevention is the key to optimise your health. I offer a personalised, non-invasive assessment of your general health from a fucntional perspective and discuss how to improve your areas of concern to reduce the risks of nutritionally-associated health complications and optimise your wellbeing. Package includes: 75min consultation, dietary and nutritional assessment, iridology session, symptom tracking, Cardiovascular risk, weight, waist-to-hip ratio, BMI, bodyfat (calculated), blood pressure, basic blood & urine test, GP referrals if required. Optional: stool and more specific blood markers. EMAIL ME for an appointment.

CORPORATE WELLNESS PROGRAMMES

Effective workplace wellbeing should mean healthier, happier employees and a high performing, resilient organisation. Although many employers now recognise this potential, the reality of achieving these aims can be less straightforward. I can help your business improve your productivity, reduce employee absentiism, optimise employee health and wellbeing, improve mental health, reduce employee symptoms, team building and activities, wellness talks. EMAIL ME for more information.

Men women activity

A window to your health

Iris analysis can help identify organ health & dysfunction. Take action to avoid chronic disease progression. Iridology can also help to further personalise your dietary intervention. Contact me for a booking.

NLP Behaviour change

NLP can help you implement new behaviours to support your health goals and is included in my NT programmes. Behaviour change is a necessary component for the success of any dietary programme.

Reduce stress, improve mental health

Nature Therapy

My nature therapy sessions is a great way for groups, families and especially children, to learn more about our natural history and how to respect it. A wide variety of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, flowers, landscapes will be experienced, and a great way to reduce stress and improve mental health. You will also discover some of nature’s hidden secrets which you can help you improve your health even further. My nature trips are highly rated on Tripadvisor. Buy a session for you, your family, as a gift or Xmas voucher. LEARN MORE

Photography courses

Photography is the physical manifestation of mindfulness. It is about stopping, pausing, observing, framing, focusing, and capturing/receiving. In essence, photography is about a cultivating a relationship with the present moment. A great way to de-stress and improve mental health whilst developing your creative side. Buy a session for yourself, as a birthday gift or Xmas voucher. LEARN MORE.

Nutrition, health & wellbeing

Learn & motivate

I have delivered several talks to many local and foreign businesses and GFSB about nutrition, health and wellbeing. My talks may help motivate and increase the uptake of healthier behaviours at the workplace or at home, and could also help reduce absenteeism, manage stress and improve mental health. Get in touch to arrange a meeting and discusses possibilities for your workplace. CLICK to email me.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (constipation dominant)

“I have been dealing with IBS for over twenty years and have suffered with chronic constipation, food intolerances, chronic gut pains, muscle & bone aches and pains, pins & needles on my extremities, excessive bloating & gas. I had seen a lot of specialists throughout the years but only helped a little bit, which was affecting my mental wellbeing. Although a bit skeptical at first, I came to see Andrew as last resort due to positive experiences from Facebook. The transformation has been life-changing to the point that most of my gut symptoms have resolved, regular bowel movements, no pins & needles, feeling much more energetic, and simply doing things I just could not do before. My GP and gastroenterologist are very pleased and encouraged me to continue Andrew’s recommendations. Thank Andrew for your help, really appreciated.”

John Harper
63 year old male

Chronic constipation

I have attended Mr. Fortuna's clinic on several occasions and I have found him to be very attentive and caring.  He tries hard to understand your symptoms and find a solution to your problem. His advice was very useful and I won't hesitate to consult him in future for further assistance if required.

G.GOLT

Nature Therapy

Our Nature experience was brilliant from start to finish. Andrew is very knowledgeable on the subject and he is keen to share his passion. He took took us to excellent locations, even the coffee stops.

David.H

Eczema

After years of poor diet and a period of stress, I had a break out of eczema. 'Chronic' was the prognosis of more than one doctor but for all their knowledge, the one thing they couldn't give me is time often given in a rush. A local dermatologist had no long-term solutions. But after some intelligent analysis from Andrew the issue improved. 5 months later, I'm sold on a new, healthier lifestyle. Andrew offered a break from all of that by taking a deep-dive into my health, before crashing out of the surface clasping a pearl - the solution. A thorough questionnaire and a blood test presented him with a complete picture of my health, for which he tailored dietary and lifestyle recommendations...that worked! With Andrew, you can be sure his mind isn't on the next patient. If I had to describe Andrew's service in three words: holistic, competent, slick. He helped me get on top of a skin-issue by looking at the big picture of my health, instead of plastering the cracks - and above all, through an exceptional attention to detail that you won't get from any GP. I can't recommend him highly enough and  his long-term programmes!

Max.F

Chronic migraines, fatigue, bloating

Thanks Andrew, your help and guidance has been the much needed breakthrough in enabling me to be more disciplined and informed with my health. It has given me new hope and I will enter the new year feeling positive and determined to keep up with my new healthy habits

Pat

Type 2 Diabetes

Very thorough and easy to follow. Proud to be associated with you. I would recommend you to anyone. Eternally grateful for keeping my diabetes in check

J. Gonzalez

Digestion, blood pressure, hypothyroidism, overweight

I thought that because I was getting older, weight gain was something I had to accept. I was also having problems with my digestive system, blood pressure, hypothyroidism and lack of sleep. But then, I met Andrew, a true professional, who is teaching me to make small adjustments in my eating habits. A lifestyle plan, not a diet, which is easy to follow, keeps the weight off and helps with my health problems. Andrew, I cannot thank you enough. This is life changing, and I am over the moon with my progress. With your motivation and guidance, I am happpier, healthier, very positive and losing weight. I am very grateful for your support. Thank you.

M.Hook

Are members of your household often experiencing frequent or chronic symptoms? Nutritional Therapy can help address these in a natural way by addressing the root causes without having to wait for an appointment with other healthcare providers. Support Includes monthly / yearly plans with unlimited on-the-day priority in-person or Zoom for natural medicine solutions: dietary, lifestyle, supplements, lab testing support and GP referral letters for you, your partner and your kids. Contact me for a free discovery call to discuss options.
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