Functional Medicine Uptown

Functional Medicine Uptown Functional Medicine Uptown is a true collaboration of East meets West empowering you to take greater agency for your health.

Happy birthday to this beautiful human - , our lymphatic and cranial RMT specialist!Gwen you are so special and carry t...
03/26/2026

Happy birthday to this beautiful human - , our lymphatic and cranial RMT specialist!
Gwen you are so special and carry the coolest energy around with you!

Waking up tired, starting your week off dreading all the things you have to do, justifying it with your busy lifestyle, ...
03/23/2026

Waking up tired, starting your week off dreading all the things you have to do, justifying it with your busy lifestyle, chasing success, raising children, etc etc…

This is not the quality of life you thought you’d have. It’s not the price you pay for living for your dreams.

Exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix is not normal. It’s a signal from your body that something is being missed. It has a root cause. Cortisol, thyroid dysfunction, mitochondrial damage, imbalanced minerals including iron, circadian impairment, can all contribute to exhaustion and other metabolic conditions.

Ditch the bandaid approaches you’ve been trying and get to the root of the issue - after all, the first wealth is health (Ralph Waldo Emerson).

Sometimes we are focused on the wrong things.What if your body isn’t malfunctioning, but communicating in a language you...
03/19/2026

Sometimes we are focused on the wrong things.
What if your body isn’t malfunctioning, but communicating in a language you’re just now learning?
By understanding the metabolic changes associated with menopause and implementing
strategies, wellness practitioners can effectively support their patients in managing weight and maintaining overall health during this transition.

For a free consultation to discuss your metabolic health and peri/menopause journey, and look at getting your GLOW back, book now at www.bodyglow.health

“Bad habits repeat themselves not because you don’t want to change but because you have the wrong system for change.”Ato...
03/16/2026

“Bad habits repeat themselves not because you don’t want to change but because you have the wrong system for change.”

Atomic habits by James Clear, this book is a great resource to guide anyone through stages of change, how to create a habit and eliminate a habit. For accountability, there’s us!

Reserve your spot → https://functional-medicine-uptown.mykajabi.com/glp1-workshopGLP-1 medications are everywhere right ...
03/11/2026

Reserve your spot → https://functional-medicine-uptown.mykajabi.com/glp1-workshop

GLP-1 medications are everywhere right now. But are they the right choice for you?

Join Dr. Kristijana Rakic, ND for a clear, evidence-based conversation about GLP-1 medications, metabolism, and long-term weight loss where she’ll discuss:

• what GLP-1 medications actually do to your metabolism
• who they may help and when to proceed with caution
• the impact on muscle, hormones, and long-term weight loss
• how lifestyle medicine compares for lasting results

Saturday, March 28 from 1:00–2:00 pm
| 25 Bruce Street, Kitchener

Registration is $10, with proceeds supporting helping ensure students have access to nutritious food at school.

Limited seating available.
Reserve your spot → https://functional-medicine-uptown.mykajabi.com/glp1-workshop

If you’ve been curious about GLP-1 medications, or trying to sort through the hype, this workshop is for you.

Most conversations stay at the surface.Circling creates space for something deeper → https://www.fmuptown.com/community-...
03/09/2026

Most conversations stay at the surface.

Circling creates space for something deeper → https://www.fmuptown.com/community-classes-events/circling-mar12

Through guided prompts and deep listening, a small group gathers to practice presence, curiosity, and authentic connection.

No small talk, no advice giving. Just real conversation and being.

Many people arrive not knowing anyone and leave feeling surprisingly connected.

Authentic Relating & Circling
Thursday, March 12
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Functional Medicine Uptown Waterloo

Limited spots available.
Register → https://www.fmuptown.com/community-classes-events/circling-mar12

Menopause nutrition focuses on a heart-healthy, Mediterranean-style diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, fibre, and protein ...
03/09/2026

Menopause nutrition focuses on a heart-healthy, Mediterranean-style diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, fibre, and protein to manage symptoms, maintain bone density, and control weight. Key strategies include eating more vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, reducing saturated fats and sodium, and limiting caffeine and alcohol to minimize hot flashes.
Key Nutritional Components for Menopause
* Calcium & Vitamin D: Vital for bone health to combat bone loss. Sources include dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese), fortified foods, tofu, salmon, and leafy greens.
* Protein: Essential for maintaining muscle mass, which decreases during this stage. Spread protein intake across meals (e.g., legumes, fish, poultry, beans).
* Healthy Fats: Focus on omega-3 fatty acids for heart health, such as olive oil, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish (salmon, mackerel).
* Fibre: High-fibre foods like whole grains (oats, quinoa), vegetables, and fruits aid digestion, weight management, and blood sugar control. 

Celebrating the achievements, progress, and empowerment of women everywhere.Empowered women empower the world!Happy Inte...
03/08/2026

Celebrating the achievements, progress, and empowerment of women everywhere.

Empowered women empower the world!

Happy International Women’s Day 2026, and to all of the women in our community, we see you and we thank you!

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our wonderful !Co-Founder of our clinic, naturopathic and Functional...
03/07/2026

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our wonderful !

Co-Founder of our clinic, naturopathic and Functional Medicine Dr., we are grateful to be a part of your health care team!

May this year bring you joy, opportunity and all the love in the world!

❤️🫰🔥

Low mood. Irritability. Brain fog. Trouble focusing.These are real symptoms of hormonal change in perimenopause and meno...
07/08/2025

Low mood. Irritability. Brain fog. Trouble focusing.
These are real symptoms of hormonal change in perimenopause and menopause – and there are ways to support your brain through them.

Join us for an in-person workshop with Dr. Tina Sestan, ND focused on mental health and mood in the menopause transition. You’ll learn:

• How hormone shifts affect mood, memory & mental clarity
• Tools for stress and nervous system regulation
• Nutrition and therapies that support emotional wellbeing
• What labs can reveal what’s going on beneath the surface

Wednesday, July 16 at 6:30 PM
In-Person at Functional Medicine Uptown, Uptown Waterloo
Proceeds support Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region

💛 Limited seating — register here: https://functional-medicine-uptown.mykajabi.com/offers/yoFFU7qy/checkout?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLaBDNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1gD4jXc6NR3zdFNmpu1x9S1xmtpxhcW6wmD1V-jtPbZdfPK5msVjai7OqpC_aem_wJBgY20ZRr6xodD_4FEmpA

Authentic connection is powerful medicine.Have you attended an Authentic Relating session?This immersive evening invites...
06/26/2025

Authentic connection is powerful medicine.

Have you attended an Authentic Relating session?

This immersive evening invites you to slow down, connect in real time with others, and be seen—just as you are—in a supportive, facilitated group setting.

🕕 Friday, July 4 | 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 109 Erb St. W, Uptown Waterloo
💛 Pay-What-You-Can

Spots are limited.

👉 SAVE YOUR SPOT: https://functional-medicine-uptown.mykajabi.com/offers/hnQSTrM3/checkout

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109 Erb Street West
Waterloo, ON
N2L1T4

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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