Functional
Medicine
Functional medicine is a holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms.
It integrates conventional medicine with nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and advanced lab testing to create personalized treatment plans.
Dr. Vaught has successfully treated patients with Celiac disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis,
rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, psoriatic arthritis, and other autoimmune conditions.
His autoimmune disorders of vitiligo and Hashimoto’s disease fueled his desire to eliminate the symptoms of these debilitating diseases for his patients.
Dr. Vaught is Certified as a Gluten Free Practitioner & Root Cause Protocol Consultant
Our Lifestyle & Functional Medicine Treatments Include:
Food and allergy testing
Saliva testing
Hormone testing
Neurotransmitter testing
Micronutrient analysis
Celiac Gene Testing
Auto Immune Testing
HRV Testing
Standard Blood Testing
Functional Medicine Can Treat These Conditions
Autoimmune diseases
Leaky gut
Stress self-regulation
Poor Heart rate variability
Gluten-related disorders
Anxiety and Depression
Addiction behaviors
ADD and ADHD symptoms
Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Thyroid treatment
Weakened Immune Systems
What is Gluten Sensitivity?
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Gluten is a general name for proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, and oats. It consists of two peptides, gliadin and glutenin. Gluten products help hold food together as a binding agent and filler in processed food. Gluten is also found in household products like shampoo, cosmetics, lotion, cleaning products, and even some medication.
As a certified gluten practitioner, Dr. Vaught can help you detox your home of gluten and suggest ways to help you avoid gluten in your daily life. Gluten sensitivity causes more than just gastrointestinal problems. Gluten also manifests in neurological dysfunctions. Schedule an appointment with us today to learn more about how we can help you remove gluten from your life for healthier living.
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The wheat we consume today isn't the same that our ancestors ate. It was naturally grown and there was no highly processed hybrid wheat like there is today. Modern wheat is grown in controlled environments with the application of various chemicals even before it’s processed for consumption. Chemicals such as glyphosate and roundup contain active ingredients that are used as a drying agent for a uniform crop maturity, in turn making the harvest easier and profitable.
The problem is that the World Health Organization has classified glyphosate as a probable human carcinogen. It can create problems in our microbiome which can lead to all kinds of chronic disorders and autoimmune diseases.
Due to the excess usage of these chemicals, the majority of wheat products in the U.S. contain traces of cancer-initiating glyphosate. That's not all, glyphosate-based herbicides are toxic and endocrine disruptors in human cell lines. This results in hormone mimicry of androgens, estrogens, or thyroid hormones and could possibly cause overstimulation.
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The technical term for gluten sensitivity is Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS). People with inflamed guts caused by their sensitivity to gluten and their villi (small finger-like projections lining the gut) are in the process of atrophying, ending with the Celiac Disease. However, some people with NCGS don't have any gut issues, but their gluten sensitivity causes autoimmunity to other organs and systems (like the thyroid). NCGS is completely real and can manifest in any tissue of the human body.
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In 1996, the gluten sensitivity in some individuals was shown to manifest solely with neurological dysfunction. There were no symptoms of GI that was discovered in most patients with neurological manifestations of NCGS. Signs and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy constituted the most common neurological manifestation of Celiac Disease.
NCGS triggers autoimmunity via molecular mimicry or gut inflammation. Both intestinal and extraintestinal autoimmune disorders can occur when the finely tuned trafficking of macromolecules is dysregulated in genetically susceptible individuals.
There are series of studies linking autoimmunity to NCGS. One of the largest studies on gluten sensitivity suggested that mortality rates are higher for people with NCGS than CD. The same study also reports that individuals with gut inflammation are more likely to have leaky gut, and this majorly caused due to autoimmune disorders.
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Gluten-related disorders are disruptions in the functioning of the body, blood chemistry, immune system, etc. due to the consumption of gluten. Shockingly, there are more than 300 gluten-related diseases; and the infected person will be ignorant about it as it takes years to build up.
It can manifest in your heart and cause Idiopathic Cardiomyopathy or in your joints in the form Rheumatoid Arthritis. Gluten-related disorders always tend manifest in the weakest parts of your body.
Functional Labs
Concerned about your heart health or looking for a more in-depth assessment?
Advanced cardiac testing provides a deeper look at risk factors beyond standard cholesterol panels.
This panel evaluates key markers related to cholesterol, inflammation, and cardiovascular risk, helping identify early indicators that may contribute to heart disease.
With a more comprehensive view, your provider can create a targeted plan to support long-term heart health and prevention.
Experiencing digestive issues, brain fog, fatigue, or ongoing inflammation without clear answers?
Gut imbalances may be impacting multiple systems throughout the body.
The Gut Zoomer provides a comprehensive assessment of microbiome balance, digestion, gut barrier integrity, immune activity, and gut-brain interactions, offering deeper insight into the root causes of persistent symptoms.
This advanced testing helps identify specific dysfunction within the gut, allowing your provider to develop a targeted, personalized treatment plan.
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, digestive issues, or symptoms that seem to come and go without clear answers?
Underlying immune activity may be contributing to multi-system symptoms.
The Immune Zoomer provides a comprehensive evaluation of immune responses across neurological, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, and systemic pathways, helping identify where immune stress may be impacting the body.This advanced testing goes beyond general inflammation markers to detect targeted immune activity, allowing your provider to develop a more precise, personalized approach to care.
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, or low energy without a clear cause?
Nutrient imbalances may be impacting how your body functions at a cellular level.
The Nutrient Zoomer provides a comprehensive evaluation of vitamin and nutrient status, along with genetic factors that influence how your body absorbs and utilizes nutrients, offering deeper insight into overall health and vitality.
This advanced testing helps identify functional deficiencies and supports a more targeted, personalized approach to nutrition and long-term wellness.
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, slow recovery, or signs of accelerated aging?
Oxidative stress may be impacting your cellular health and overall function.
The Oxidative Stress Profile evaluates markers of cellular damage and antioxidant capacity, helping assess your body’s ability to manage free radicals and maintain balance.
This advanced testing provides insight into underlying inflammation, mitochondrial function, and detox capacity, allowing your provider to create a targeted, personalized plan to support energy, recovery, and long-term health.
Experiencing bloating, fatigue, brain fog, or skin concerns without a clear cause?
Food sensitivities may be contributing to underlying inflammation and digestive disruption.
The Food Sensitivity Complete Panel evaluates your immune response to 200+ foods, helping identify potential triggers that may be impacting your overall health.
This data allows your provider to create a more targeted, personalized approach to nutrition and symptom management.
Experiencing chest discomfort, palpitations, dizziness, or irregular heartbeat?
An EKG can help evaluate your heart’s electrical activity and rhythm.
This test measures heart rate, rhythm, and electrical patterns, helping detect abnormalities that may indicate arrhythmias or other cardiac concerns.
As a quick, non-invasive assessment, an EKG provides valuable insight to support early detection and guide further evaluation or care.
Experiencing persistent bloating, gas, irregular digestion, or abdominal discomfort without clear answers?
Underlying yeast overgrowth, bacterial imbalance, or gut barrier dysfunction may be contributing factors.
The Candida + IBS Profile evaluates key markers related to Candida overgrowth, IBS-associated bacteria, and intestinal permeability, providing deeper insight into chronic digestive symptoms.
This advanced testing helps identify hidden microbial and inflammatory patterns, allowing your provider to develop a more targeted, personalized treatment plan
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, headaches, digestive issues, or mood changes without a clear cause?
Exposure to heavy metals may be contributing to underlying neurological, immune, or metabolic dysfunction.
The Heavy Metals Panel evaluates levels of toxic elements such as lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium, helping identify hidden exposures that may impact overall health.
This advanced testing provides insight into your toxic burden, allowing your provider to develop a safe, targeted plan to support detoxification and restore balance.
Experiencing brain fog, fatigue, sinus issues, or persistent symptoms without a clear cause?
Exposure to mold and fungal toxins may be impacting your overall health.
The Mycotoxins Panel measures levels of toxins produced by common indoor and outdoor molds, helping identify hidden exposures that may affect immune function, neurological health, and detox pathways.
This advanced testing provides insight into toxic burden, allowing your provider to create a targeted, personalized plan to support detoxification and recovery.
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, or digestive issues without a clear cause?
Underlying metabolic or nutrient imbalances may be contributing to ongoing symptoms.
The Organic Acids Panel evaluates key markers related to energy production, gut health, neurotransmitter balance, and detoxification, providing insight into how your body is functioning at a metabolic level.
This advanced testing helps identify hidden imbalances, allowing your provider to develop a targeted, personalized plan to support energy, digestion, and overall wellness.
Experiencing fatigue, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, or unexplained symptoms?
Exposure to PFAS—commonly known as “forever chemicals”—may be impacting your health.
The PFAS Chemicals Panel evaluates levels of persistent environmental toxins found in water, food packaging, and household products, helping identify hidden exposures linked to hormone disruption, immune dysfunction, and long-term health risks.
This advanced testing provides insight into your toxic burden, allowing your provider to develop a targeted, personalized plan to reduce exposure and support overall wellness.
Looking for a comprehensive view of your health without the limitations of standard lab panels?
Wholesale blood lab testing provides expanded access to advanced biomarkers for a deeper understanding of your overall health.
This testing evaluates key areas such as hormones, inflammation, nutrient status, metabolic function, and more, helping identify underlying imbalances that may not be seen in routine labs.
With broader data and flexibility in testing, your provider can create a more precise, personalized plan to support your health goals.
Experiencing fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalances, or unexplained skin concerns?
Environmental toxin exposure may be impacting your body’s ability to function optimally.
The Environmental Toxins Panel measures your body’s exposure to common toxins such as plastics, pesticides, and industrial chemicals, helping identify factors that may disrupt hormones, immunity, and detox pathways.
This advanced testing provides insight into hidden toxic burden, allowing your provider to create a targeted plan to support detoxification and restore balance.
Experiencing fatigue, mood changes, sleep disruption, or difficulty with weight or cycle regulation?
Hormonal imbalances and stress patterns may be contributing to ongoing symptoms.
The Hormone Zoomer provides a comprehensive evaluation of adrenal function, cortisol rhythm, sex hormones, melatonin, and endocrine balance, offering insight into how your hormones function throughout the day—not just single-point levels.
This advanced testing helps identify disruptions in hormone production, metabolism, and stress response, allowing your provider to create a more targeted, personalized treatment plan.
Experiencing brain fog, headaches, neuropathy, or neurological symptoms without a clear diagnosis?
Underlying immune activity may be affecting the brain and nervous system.
The Neural Zoomer provides a comprehensive assessment of neuroimmune activity, including the brain, nerves, neuromuscular function, and blood-brain barrier integrity, helping identify patterns that may contribute to ongoing neurological symptoms.
This advanced testing goes beyond standard evaluations to uncover immune-related influences on neurological function, allowing your provider to develop a more targeted, personalized approach to care.
Experiencing fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, or lingering symptoms after a known or suspected tick exposure?
Tickborne infections may be contributing to ongoing, multi-system symptoms.
The Tickborne Complete 2.0 Panel evaluates immune markers associated with Lyme disease and related co-infections, helping identify hidden or previously undiagnosed infections.
This advanced testing provides a more comprehensive view than standard screening, allowing your provider to develop a targeted, personalized treatment plan for recovery and long-term health.