Orthomolecular Medicine
Orthomolecular medicine aims to restore the optimum environment of the body by correcting imbalances or deficiencies based on individual biochemistry, using substances natural to the body such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, trace elements and fatty acids.
The key idea in orthomolecular medicine is that genetic factors affect not only the physical characteristics of individuals, but also to their biochemical milieu. Biochemical pathways of the body have significant genetic variability and diseases such as atherosclerosis, cancer, schizophrenia or depression are associated with specific biochemical abnormalities which are causal or contributing factors of the illness.
Coming from a traditional doctorate to becoming a leading expert in naturopathy, Dr. Ataner is in a unique position to balance science with nature. As a result, she can offer insight into things like Orthomolecular Medicine that would not usually be covered by traditional nutritionalists.