Functional Weight Loss Consultant Certification

(100% Online, 8 Weeks, specialized Functional Medicine Clinical Training)

A Root Cause Approach to Weight Gain 

According to the CDC, about 7 out of 10 adults struggle with excess weight (among them 4 out of 10 with obesity). 

Beyond the lower self-esteem that many of these individuals are experiencing, being overweight or obese increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea, depression, some musculoskeletal conditions, and some cancers.

The Washington Post reported that every year, 45 million Americans try different diets, but when we cut back on calories, our metabolism tends to slow down, we lose muscle mass, and we burn fewer calories. 

Recently published studies have reported that weight gain is the result of internal changes in our metabolism due to five major factors rather than a change in our exercise or the number of calories we eat. 

One of these factors is thyroid function and associated hormones, which stimulate our basal metabolic rate (in other words, the amount of calories we burn) every day. If your patients have subclinical hypothyroidism or are not converting T4 to T3 properly, they might be struggling with weight gain. 

There are 5 major physiological causes of weight gain beyond diet and lifestyle. 

A deeper understanding of the connection between these 5 factors and metabolic function is essential to addressing excess body weight and obesity, as well as achieving good health.

Unfortunately, this topic is not taught in medical schools and is not addressed by healthcare providers in conventional medicine. 

The results... Many patients continue to struggle with excess weight and obesity.

A Special Program on…

  • The 3 biggest mistakes patients make when trying to lose weight
  • The 5 physiological factors that lead to or contribute to weight gain (and how to identify them)
  • Functional (specialty) lab testing for patients who struggle with weight gain or obesity
  • Is there clinical evidence for nutritional and herbal medicine for weight loss? / What are the top 5 supplements that can support weight loss?
  • Integrating Pharmaceutical Therapy with Functional Medicine for weight loss
  •  The connection between changes to the gut microbiome and weight gain

What healthcare practitioners are saying about our classes:

An 8-Week Certification Program That Will Include...

LEARN HOW TO IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSES

Five Physiological Factors that Lead to Weight Gain in the Functional Medicine Approach 

USE SPECIALTY (FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE) LABS

The use of Functional (Specialty) Laboratory Testing to Identify What is Causing Metabolic Dysfunction

MASTER PRECISION MEDICINE

Creating a Personalized Treatment Plan to Address the 'Root Causes' of Weight Gain

DON'T FORGET HEALTH OPTIMIZATION

Specific Protocols for Healthy Metabolism and Endocrine Function with Clinical Nutrition, Nutraceuticals (Supplements), and Integrative Medicine

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE FOR WEIGHT LOSS IN YOUR PRACTICE

Case Studies with the Use of Advanced Protocols and Clinical Examples

FUNCTIONAL WEIGHT LOSS CLINICAL GUIDE

Treatment protocols for supporting weight loss for patients with glucose impairment, hormonal imbalance, hypothyroidism, sugar addiction, and more.

A SPECIAL TRAINING

How to Establish a Cash Weight Loss Program in Your Practice (Virtually or in Person)

100% ONLINE & ACCESS TO ALL THE RECORDINGS

Get 24/7 Access to All Classes and a Weekly Live Class to Advance Your Skills and Get Certified in 8 Weeks

A COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGE

What's Included in the Program...

Register now and receive our comprehensive package and bonuses: 

  • Interactive Online Modules covering core topics (e.g., root causes of metabolic dysfunction and weight gain)
  • Treatment Protocols for metabolic dysfunction, weight gain, sugar imbalance, gut health, sugar cravings, and more!
  • Live and Recorded Classes Weekly to support your clinical and practice success
  • Downloadable PDF Handouts for each class
  • Clinical Guides and Patient Resources with evidence-based protocols, and consultation and legal forms for your practice
  • Access to a Private Member Portal for all course materials with 2 years of updates 
  • Printable Grocery Lists based on recommended nutritional protocols
  • Recipe eBooks featuring simple, Functional medicine-approved recipes
  • Practice Building Classes to increase your income with instant cash services and weight loss programs

Program Cost: $2,950

Early-bird healthcare provider scholarship includes a discount of $2,000!

Bringing the price to just $950

Continue with $2,000 Discount

This Program Is For You If...

  • You are interested in learning the root causes of weight gain

  • If you are a healthcare provider who is working with patients with metabolic conditions, weight gain, or obesity.

  • If you are interested in the Functional and Nutritional medicine approach

  • If you are interested in learning evidence-based treatment protocols

Program Cost: $2,950

Early-bird healthcare provider scholarship includes a discount of $2,000.

Bringing the price to just $950

Continue with $2,000 Discount

Presenters with Years of Clinical Experience

Dr. Matthew Cavaiola, ND, MS

Dr. Matthew Cavaiola is a naturopathic physician with 17 years of clinical experience in Functional, nutritional, and herbal medicine. He specializes in cardiometabolic conditions, detoxification, and men’s health.

He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Delaware, a Master's Degree in Acupuncture, and a Doctorate Degree in Naturopathic Medicine. He has been practicing as a Functional and integrative medicine physician for 17 years and was also an adjunct professor at the Sonoran University of Health Sciences and Bastyr University.

Dr. Julia Malkowski, ND, DC, BS

Dr. Julia Malkowski graduated with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine from the National University of Health Sciences (NUHS), where she completed an internship at the primary care integrative medicine clinic. Her internship was focused on drug and surgery-free approaches to treating chronic diseases.

Her education includes additional training in the Fundamentals of Functional Blood Chemistry, Mastering Brain Chemistry, and Functional Neurology applied to childhood neurobehavioral disorders. She also works at the Scientific & Clinical Support department at Doctor's Data Laboratory and her work is focused on Functional Gut tests.

 Tal Cohen, DAOM, MS

Tal Cohen, DAOM, MS-HNFM is an author and presenter with over 16 years of clinical experience with integrative, nutritional, and Eastern and Western herbal medicine.

He developed multiple Functional and Nutritional medicine programs, lectured nationwide, and is the author of several books and patient guides, including “Treating Pain and Inflammation with Functional Medicine: The Complete Clinical Guide” and “The Complete Guide to Removing Toxins & Improving Your Health.”

Tal completed a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Dr. Chil Khakham, ND, MBA

Dr. Chil is a naturopathic physician with additional training in Functional Medicine, functional endocrinology, and functional blood chemistry.

His education includes a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Business Administration, and a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. Chil developed several Functional medicine programs and established and developed several successful brick-and-mortar and virtual practices.

Dr. Rachel Callens, ND

Dr. Callens received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (SCNM) in Tempe; AZ. SCNM is a fully accredited medical school that integrates both naturopathic and conventional medical approaches to healing.

Upon graduation Dr. Callens has worked in private practice for many years in Washington DC. Dr. Callens chose Washington DC immediately after graduation to practice so she could not only be an advocate for her patients in practice, but to also be apart of an integrative healthcare movement with other physicians dedicated to healing the whole person.

Dr. Callens has focused on Weight loss, Hormone management, Infertility, Hypertension, Diabetes, Thyroid Disorders, and much more.  She has completed extensive research to continue her mission to provide a preventative integrative medical approach to patient care.

She is a general family practitioner specializing in naturopathic medicine.  She utilizes a wide array of natural modalities including integrative approaches to tailor her patients individualized treatment plans. She is a fierce advocate for integrative heath and believes in empowering patients to engage in preventative self-care.

Dr. Callens has prevalent training in Women’s Health/Weight Loss and has worked closely with some of the leading women’s medical experts. Dr. Callens is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP)

Jessica Knese, MS, CNS

Jess graduated from the University of Colorado with a dual bachelor's degree in Integrative Physiology and Psychology and a Master's of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. Jess is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist and has been working in several Functional and integrative medicine clinics with primary care providers who implement nutrition into their practice.

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A COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGE

What's Included in the Program...

Register now and receive our comprehensive package and bonuses: 

  • Interactive Online Modules covering core topics (e.g., root causes of metabolic dysfunction and weight gain)
  • Treatment Protocols for metabolic dysfunction, weight gain, sugar imbalance, gut health, sugar cravings, and more!
  • Live and Recorded Classes Weekly to support your clinical and practice success
  • Downloadable PDF Handouts for each class
  • Clinical Guides and Patient Resources with evidence-based protocols, and consultation and legal forms for your practice
  • Access to a Private Member Portal for all course materials with 2 years of updates 
  • Printable Grocery Lists based on recommended nutritional protocols
  • Recipe eBooks featuring simple, Functional medicine-approved recipes
  • Practice Building Classes to increase your income with instant cash services and weight loss programs

Program Cost: $2,950

Early-bird healthcare provider scholarship includes a discount of $2,000!

Bringing the price to just $950

Continue with $2,000 Discount

Frequently Asked Questions

Schedule a short call with an academic advisor 

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