When you picture feeling better this year, your gut health might not be the first thing that comes to mind, even though it affects so many parts of your day.
At Smooth Solutions Medical Aesthetics in Williamsville, New York, Dr. Jack G. Bertolino, MD, blends family medicine with functional and metabolic care to help people in the Buffalo area understand how their gut may be shaping their energy, weight, and overall well-being.
Why Gut Health Influences Your Daily Life
Gut health shapes how your body responds to nearly everything. It refers to the balance of bacteria, digestion, and communication between your gut and the rest of your body.
When this system is working well, you usually feel clearer and more energized. But when things feel off, it can show up as low energy, irritability, digestive discomfort, or that wired and tired feeling that makes it tough to enjoy your day. Some people even notice changes in weight that don’t make sense, or a shift in focus and motivation they can’t quite explain.
These frustrations often build over time, and your gut could be the key to feeling better.
How Functional and Metabolic Medicine Helps
Dr. Bertolino’s functional and metabolic medicine approach looks beyond quick fixes and digs into what’s happening beneath the surface. He considers how your lifestyle, stress levels, nutrition, environment, hormones, and personal history all influence the way your gut works. Instead of focusing only on symptoms, he wants to understand why they’re showing up in the first place.
He also uses targeted testing and a detailed health history to see what your gut may be missing or reacting to. This can include supporting digestion, balancing hormones, or identifying foods that might be causing discomfort.
Once he has that full picture, he designs a plan that may include nutrition adjustments, supplements, or natural support to help your gut function in a more stable way. The goal is to give your body what it needs to feel steady and comfortable again.
Give Your Body a Better Foundation
A healthier gut often sets the groundwork for better focus and fewer dips in energy throughout your day. Dr. Bertolino at Smooth Solutions Medical Aesthetics will help you find that balance through thoughtful care.
To schedule a consultation in Williamsville near Buffalo, call 716-633-6100.
