Orthomolecular medicine

Get to know about what orthomolecular medicine is on this page. The term ‘orthomolecular’ was coined by Nobelprize winner professor Linus Pauling. Orthos is derived from Greek and means ‘correct, straight or healthy’. Molecular refers to molecules. In other words, orthomolecular means as much as ‘getting the molecules right’ or making sure the molecules are healthy.

For me, orthomolecular medicine was the foundation from which I built with cPNI to come to a complete integrative way of healing. An orthomolecular practitioner has the goal to supply all these cells that make up a human being with proper nutrients, so they can function correctly (again).

Back to health with orthomolecular medicine

This isn’t as easy as it sounds. Through time we’ve drifted pretty far off course when it comes to the circumstances our body was originally designed for. We eat too much, too often and/or the wrong things. We move too little, not at all, or the wrong way. Often we have stressful lives and ingest toxins in all different shapes, forms and manners. And that has sometimes gone on for generations now. It shouldn’t surprise us that we get ill that way. Often we do not even know where our complaints came from. Orthomolecular medicine can help you get back to health.

Nutrition

To be healthy we need the right nutrients. We build our bodies with these nutrients and uses them in a wide spectrum of processes. Scientifically, we divide nutrients into macro-nutrients (like proteins, fatty acids and carbohydrates) and micro-nutrients (like vitamines, minerals and trace elements). Not only do we need these nutrients, we need them in the right ratios. The latter often proves to be a problem. Then there are anti-nutrients, substances that work against  proper nutrition. In orthomolecular medicine getting our nutrition up to speed has major priority.

Exercise

Without exercise there cannot be good health. Too much or the wrong kind of exercise also interferes with health, though. The right excercise in the right amount and intensity (which can differ from person to person) is an important part of orthomolecular therapy.

Circumstances

Not only the circumstances in which we live have changed dramatically and are clashing with the circumstances for which we were ‘designed’. Personal circumstances can also cause health problems. Becoming aware of stress causing factors can prove to be an important part of an orthomolecular treatment.

Supplements and fytotherapeutics

The use of supplements and fytotherapy is never an aim as such. However, it is often necessary to break vicious cycles, solves deficiencies and reinstate the bodily balances. If we look at vitamin D, for instance, we can safely say that it is practically impossible for our body to produce sufficient amounts itself. The reason? In our current society being indoors has become the norm. The orthomolecular therapist will help you create a good foundation on which you can build your health.