Elimination Diet

Elimination Diet

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CERTIFICATION COURSE The Functional Elimination Diet Reset. Restore. Reclaim your health from the inside out. Course Overview Most people spend years managing symptoms — bloating, fatigue, brain fog, constipation, skin issues — never knowing that the answer starts on their plate. This course changes that. The Functional Elimination Diet is a clinically grounded, step-by-step program designed to identify hidden food triggers, calm chronic inflammation, and restore the gut to its natural state of function. This is not a fad diet. This is root cause medicine — the kind that creates lasting change because it addresses why your body is struggling, not just what it is feeling. What You Will Learn Module 1 — How to Eat for Healing Learn how to build an anti-inflammatory plate, eliminate hidden food triggers, and nourish your body at a cellular level. You will understand exactly which foods are driving inflammation and which foods accelerate healing — and why the difference matters more than calorie counts ever will. • Identify the top inflammatory foods and their hidden sources • Build a nutrient-dense elimination plate that satisfies and heals • Learn safe food reintroduction protocols to pinpoint personal triggers • Meal planning strategies to make eating for healing simple and sustainable Module 2 — Navigating Detox Reactions (Herxheimer Response) One of the most misunderstood parts of any detox or elimination protocol is the Herxheimer reaction — a temporary worsening of symptoms as your body releases stored toxins and pathogens die off. Most people stop too soon because no one explained what was happening. This module changes that. • Understand the science behind Herxheimer reactions and why they are a sign of healing • Recognize the difference between a detox reaction and a true adverse response • Use targeted binders, hydration, and drainage support to ease symptoms safely • Stay on course with confidence through the most challenging days of detox Module 3 — Optimizing GI Function A healthy gut is not just about what you eat — it is about whether your body can digest, absorb, and eliminate properly. This module dives deep into the foundational pillars of GI function and how to restore them when they have been compromised. • Assess and restore adequate stomach acid (HCl) production • Support digestive enzyme output for complete nutrient breakdown • Optimize bile flow for fat digestion and toxin elimination • Support a healthy gut microbi