Functional Nutrition Training

Evidence-based programs, real-world tools, and professional recognition—designed to elevate your practice and empower your impact.

Your Functional Nutrition Path To Expertise

With public interest in wellness at an all-time high, there’s never been a better time for practitioners to

expand their skills in functional nutrition and stand out.


Our functional nutrition programs are designed to help you do exactly that—offering in-depth training on the gut, liver, hormones, immunity, and longevity, along with done-for-you tools, client-ready materials, and practical strategies you can start using right away.


Our evidence-based programs are the best in continuing education.


Complete any program on its own, or take them all to earn the full designation of Functional Nutrition Specialist and position yourself as a trusted expert in a rapidly growing field.

Live Bi-Monthly Support meetings Plus

Active Facebook Group With over 500 Colleages.


Do It At Your Own Pace.

This program goes far beyond probiotics—exploring how the microbiome influences digestion, immunity, inflammation, hormones, and even brain function. Gain the confidence to interpret microbiome research and apply it in real-life scenarios. Upon completion, you’ll be recognized as a Functional Microbiome Educator.


You’ll discover how to:


  • Translate microbiome science into client-friendly food and lifestyle strategies
  • ·Support microbial diversity, gut resilience, and systemic health
  • ·Navigate gut testing tools and trends with confidence and clarity


Go beyond detox protocols and discover the liver’s vital role in overall health. This program gives you the tools to understand, support, and educate others on how liver function impacts hormones, digestion, inflammation, and more. Complete the course and become a Functional Liver Educator—equipped to apply and share what you’ve learned with confidence.


You’ll discover how to:


  • Connect liver function to hormone imbalances, gut issues, and chronic inflammation
  • Use food, nutrients, and lifestyle strategies to support liver resilience
  • Translate science into simple recommendations your clients can follow

Hormones influence far more than reproductive health—they impact energy, metabolism, mood, immunity, inflammation, and chronic disease risk. This program gives you the tools to understand these connections and support clients with food, nutrients, and lifestyle strategies that respect hormonal complexity. It also includes the Functional Emotional Program, which explores how emotions impact hormone regulation and overall wellbeing. Earn your designation as a Functional Hormone Balance Educator.


You’ll discover how to:


  • Address hormone imbalances through practical, non-diagnostic nutrition strategies
  • Understand the interplay between stress, emotions, neurotransmitters, and hormone function
  • Build protocols that support women and men through all life stages, from fertility to aging


Today’s immune challenges demand more than basic nutrition advice. This program provides a comprehensive understanding of how the immune system works—and how to support it with targeted food, nutrient, and lifestyle strategies. Complete the course to become a Functional Immunity Educator and bring clarity to a confusing topic.


You’ll discover how to:


  • Support immune function in the context of gut health, inflammation, and chronic stress
  • Understand the difference between strengthening vs. regulating immune responses
  • Help clients navigate seasonal, long-term, and post-infection immune concerns

Longevity isn’t just about living longer—it’s about staying vibrant, resilient, and independent as we age. This program explores the biological foundations of aging and how to influence them through food, nutrients, and key lifestyle strategies. Complete the course and become a Functional Longevity Educator.


You’ll discover how to:


  • Address inflammation, blood sugar, mitochondrial function, and cellular repair
  • Apply evidence-based strategies to support aging at every stage
  • Help clients protect their cognitive, metabolic, and immune health for the long term and is a continuation of the Functional Microbiome program.

Here's What Attendees Are Saying:

Geeta Sethi, Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant

II've taken several of Lorene’s programs and appreciate their clear structure, practical focus, and how they’ve boosted my skills. Her informal group sessions are incredibly helpful—for both client support and running a business. There’s so much to learn from her! I highly recommend her courses as a smart investment in your career.

Caryl Ayearst, CFNP

I take every course Lorene offers because I know the value—her research, content, resources, and ongoing support are unmatched. Her programs deliver powerful insights into immune, git, and hormone health for both clients and personal growth. What sets her courses apart are the regular meetings that ensure you're never left with unanswered questions—they truly deepen the learning experience.

Cindy Ryon, CFNP

Being part of a knowledgeable practitioner community and staying up-to-date with the latest research has been invaluable. It’s streamlined my workflow and freed up more time to focus on personalized client care—something that’s made a huge difference in my effectiveness as a practitioner.”. I now craft more targeted, effective protocols, especially for those with complex health challenges. I’ve gained the confidence to move beyond one-size-fits-all advice.