Nutritional Counseling & Functional Medicine in Glastonbury, CT
At Bray Chiropractic & Wellness, LLC, we offer evidence-based nutritional counseling and functional medicine to support hormone balance, pelvic health, chronic pain, and whole-body recovery. Whether you’re navigating postpartum changes, inflammation, digestive issues, or fatigue, we use targeted nutrition strategies—not fad diets—to help your body function better.
Food is one of the most powerful tools you have to reduce symptoms, support hormones, and protect long-term health.
What Functional Nutrition Can Help With
At Bray Chiropractic & Wellness, LLC, we commonly work with patients experiencing:
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✅ Chronic inflammation, joint pain, or muscle soreness
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✅ Pelvic pain, bladder or bowel irritation, and pelvic floor dysfunction
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✅ Postpartum recovery, C-section healing, and breastfeeding-related nutrition needs
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✅ Perimenopause, PCOS, endometriosis, or other hormone-related symptoms
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✅ IBS, reflux, bloating, constipation, or irregular bowel habits
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✅ Blood sugar dysregulation, insulin resistance, or “energy crashes”
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✅ High cholesterol, high blood pressure, or metabolic risk factors
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✅ Brain fog, fatigue, sleep disruption, or stress-related symptoms
Nutrition counseling can stand alone or be integrated with your chiropractic, pelvic floor, or massage care to address the bigger picture—not just isolated symptoms.
What to Expect From Your Nutrition
& Functional Medicine Visit
Your visit is more than a quick “eat this, not that” list. We take time to understand how your diet, hormones, digestion, nervous system, and lifestyle interact.
1. Comprehensive Intake & History
We’ll review your symptoms, health history, medications, supplements, lab results (if available), and current eating patterns. We’ll also discuss pelvic health, sleep, stress, and bowel habits where relevant—nothing is off-limits.
2. Targeted Assessment
Depending on your needs, we may:
Identify inflammatory triggers or irritants (including bladder and bowel irritants)
Screen for blood sugar instability or under-fueling
Discuss gut health patterns, bowel regularity, and microbiome-supportive strategies
Review prior lab work and decide whether additional functional testing (like hormone, nutrient, or stool testing) would actually change your plan
3. Personalized Nutrition & Lifestyle Plan
You’ll leave with a clear, practical plan that may include:
Specific macronutrient and meal timing recommendations
Pelvic-friendly strategies for constipation, diarrhea, urgency, or pelvic pain
Anti-inflammatory food framework and hydration goals
Evidence-based supplement guidance when appropriate (no overselling)
4. Follow-Up & Support
We’ll schedule follow-ups as needed to adjust your plan, review your response, and integrate progress with your chiropractic or pelvic rehab care. The goal is long-term, sustainable change—not a 30-day crash program.
Why Choose Dr. David Bray
for Nutrition & Functional Medicine
Dr. David Bray brings a chiropractic, pelvic health, and clinical nutrition background to your case. That means your plan considers your spine, nervous system, pelvic floor, and digestive health—not just calories or macros.
As a Connecticut-licensed chiropractor with training in functional medicine and nutrition, Dr. Bray focuses on strategies that are:
Science-informed, not fad-driven
Functional and symptom-focused
Respectful of your schedule, preferences, and budget
Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, pelvic dysfunction, or systemic inflammation, your nutrition plan is designed to support the same goals you’re working on in the treatment room.
Schedule Your Nutrition Counseling Visit
in Glastonbury, CT
If you’re ready to understand why you feel the way you do—and what you can realistically change—nutrition counseling can help.
New patients: Your first visit includes a thorough intake, nutrition and lifestyle assessment, and a clear plan you can start right away.
No referral is required. Telehealth may be available for certain follow-ups depending on your needs.
Real Stories. Real Results.
Dr. Timothy Budris, DVM
"Having no expectations physically, I ironically also for the first time in two years, felt significant alleviation of chronic pain that I had made friends with in my shoulders, elbows, and hands. Something moved in my mind which was contributing to this condition."
Nutrition & Functional Medicine FAQs
Q: Do I need lab testing to work with you?
A: Not necessarily. We often start with a thorough history, symptom review, and diet assessment. If lab testing is recommended, it’s because it will meaningfully guide your plan—not because it’s trendy.
Q: Is this a strict diet I have to follow perfectly?
A: No. We focus on realistic changes you can maintain. Plans are flexible and built around your preferences, cultural foods, and schedule. We’re not chasing perfection; we’re improving function.
Q: Can nutrition counseling help pelvic floor problems?
A: Yes. What you eat and drink can impact bowel regularity, bladder irritation, inflammation, and tissue healing—all of which influence pelvic floor symptoms. We integrate nutrition with your pelvic rehab when needed.
Q: Do you work with vegetarians, vegans, or people with food sensitivities?
A: Absolutely. We’ll design a plan that respects your values and restrictions while still supporting your nutrient needs and health goals.
Q: Is this covered by insurance?
A: Coverage varies. Some nutrition or functional medicine services may be eligible under certain plans or HSAs/FSAs. We’re happy to provide receipts and help you understand your options.