Your Functional Medicine Nutritionist
Dr. Shola Lajide, MD, CFNC
Dr. Shola Lajide is a medical doctor and certified functional nutrition counselor with a passion for all things health, wellness, and nutrition.
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With a unique background in the medical world, Dr. Shola carries a comprehensive approach to health, wellness, and preventative medicine through her Functional Nutrition practice. She started her journey in medicine at the University of North Texas with a degree in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry and Spanish. Later obtaining her degree as a Doctor of Medicine from the Washington University of Health and Science, her training was directed at “hands-on” community outreach with an agenda centering on preventative medicine. While there, Dr. Shola successfully implemented and facilitated health and wellness programs for a diverse range of participants in under-served communities.
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Today, Dr. Shola, Lajide, MD, CFNC is utilizing all of her professional experience as a doctor to serve people in search of novel and effective nutrition needs. Here at Health Renovation Project, she uses her immense training and education to proactively manage case-by-case health issues, promoting nutrition and wellness action plans for every individual she works with. Dr. Shola’s faith and her sincere passion to see everyone achieve optimal health fuels the vision of Health Renovation Project.
My
Health
Journey
How it all started.
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My journey with Functional Medicine began from an illness with acid reflux, gastritis, fatigue, symptoms of hormonal imbalance, and feeling down to a degree of depression. I was also extremely overweight - the biggest I had ever been. At the time, like anyone else, I sought relief. At this point, I knew I wasn't feeling well but was told by my healthcare provider to start and continue taking a PPI (proton pump inhibitors) indefinitely. I was told my health would improve as most Americans are on a similar regimen, however, my health did not improve. This is where I began to identify foods that would almost immediately cause tiredness and depressive feelings shortly after eating. Following that, I sought second opinions and treatment from other specialists to no avail until I discovered Functional Medicine. In contrast to many of my colleagues, this was not an approach I was familiar with, as I had primarily studied what was considered western or conventional medicine at that point in my career.​
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My Realizations.
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More than anything, I needed to understand what was causing me to feel mentally and physically ill. Upon discovering Functional Medicine & Functional Nutrition, I quickly realized that my consumption of processed meals and fast foods were major contributors to the signs and symptoms I experienced. Prior to this point, I knew that diet and lifestyle were important, but I didn’t know how they could cause and heal our most widely known sicknesses. With these realizations in hand, there was no turning back. I had to know more and wanted to help others experience the wide-ranging benefits of Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition themselves. This mission led me to study with the Functional Nutrition Alliance.
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My Journey with Functional Medicine.
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On my wellness journey with Functional Medicine and Nutrition, I learned that most chronic conditions could be prevented, and the body can cure itself. It was this breakthrough learning that eventually encouraged me to implement such medicinal interventions on myself. I changed my diet and lifestyle and became intentional about improving my health by becoming mindful of what I ate. Since then, I've seen nearly a 180-degree change in my health and I can proudly say I am healthier, body and mind than ever before. By taking a Functional Medicine approach while maintaining a conventional medicine perspective where appropriate, I was finally able to experience resolution to the symptoms I suffered from. I also lost 33 pounds without feeling constrained or missing out on great-tasting foods. My discovery of and benefits received from Functional Nutrition changed my life and solidified my new calling. I became more passionate about helping others achieve good health, healing through Functional Nutrition Counseling, and the efficacious meal planning it provides. Faith and prayer have also been an integral part of my success in my journey to wellness. Being able to see those I work with experience optimal health is a dream come true.
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My New Passion for Health.
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Now, as a Functional Medicine practitioner, and a human being, I am here to help you thrive in all aspects of your life. My goal is to empower you to understand your bio-individuality so that you can make proper healthcare decisions and see yourself become healthier than you’ve ever imagined. Altogether, this comprises physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. I am a medical doctor with over 8 years of experience in healthcare. I've seen the good and the bad and have worked with diverse individuals from various socioeconomic backgrounds, each with their own problems and perspectives. I bring all this to the table as your Functional Medicine Nutritionist - and friend!
