Real Health Co | Health Factory

STEP INTO A NEW ERA OF HEALTH
AND VITALITY

Our commitment to Functional Medicine sets the stage for a personalized journey beyond the boundaries of conventional healthcare. By delving into the root causes of health issues, our NP, Rachel, utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and incorporates lifestyle factors to craft a comprehensive plan for your lasting wellness. Join us in embracing this transformative approach, where your unique needs take center stage, and the path to optimal health unfolds with innovation and care.

WHO IS RIGHT FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE?

Those wanting to find the root cause of their health concerns with a holistic approach

Those interested in maintaining health by nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle

Those interested in obtaining lab work to correct any deficiencies

OUR SERVICES

Lab testing

Wellness exams

Personalized supplementation

plans

Virtual appointments for those

not local or unavailable to travel

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

My health took an interesting turn when a lingering cough post virus decided to stay for months. It turned into regular sleepless nights, eczema on my hands, reflux & prolonged coughing with almost anything I would eat. Everything offered at the doctor only led to a dead end all the while the exhaustion increased, coughing was a normal part of my day and symptoms worsened. Through tears and frustration, I was graciously led to Functional Medicine and addressing the root cause. Rachel thoroughly listened to the interesting list of symptoms and approached with strong support to my immune system in this autoimmune flare up my body was experiencing. Praise God my body is healed & immune system strengthened - those systems are GONE! Cannot recommend the importance of seeking the root cause! So so grateful for the loving care and healing I’ve experienced through the help of the Real Health Co.”

- Kristen Grigsby

Functional medicine is concerned with restoring the body's God-given functions, to help heal rather than treat symptoms.

A functional approach to medicine works to optimize all the body’s metabolic pathways by working with the patient to create a personalized protocol based upon the health status of that patient’s body. We utilize nutrition and exercise plans and address sleep, stress, and spiritual support as well as incorporating supplements as needed.

THE DIFFERENCE

In conventional medicine, disease is indicated by certain markers seen in labs and diagnostics. With functional medicine, we utilize these same diagnostic tests, but we may also utilize what’s called “functional testing” if necessary. These tests will take the lab values a step further by indicating what underlying pathways may have problems or deficiencies leading to those abnormal lab values and symptoms.

YOUR BENEFITS

Functional medicine is particularly helpful with chronic disease as it is understood that lifestyle factors will impact overall, long-term health. We work with a wide variety of cases including male and female hormones, autoimmunity + generalized immune support, weight loss + overall metabolic optimization, digestion support + gut health, brain function + neurological optimization, oncology treatment + support, detox support, stress management, pediatric wellness visits, well-woman visits, postpartum + newborn care, and many other medical needs.

OUR STAFF

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Rachel Torgeson, NP

Rachel grew up in a small town just east of Knoxville. She attended Carson Newman University (2013) and Lincoln Memorial University (2015) for her undergraduate studies in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics and Nursing, respectively. She then earned her Masters of Science in Nursing with a concentration as a Family Nurse Practitioner from East Tennessee State University in 2019. For a period of time, Rachel moved to Minnesota to be a nursing professor at Rasmussen University.

After her move to Knoxville, she joined the Real Health Co in the summer of 2023. She has a history of her own autoimmune condition and hormone imbalances that are in remission by the practice of functional medicine.

Dr. Ben Helms

Dr. Ben Helms is a highly dedicated and accomplished medical professional with 15 years of experience as an internal medicine physician at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He grew up in the southeast and moved to Knoxville, TN the summer before his senior year of high school. He completed an undergraduate degree in chemistry at Carson Newman University, before moving to Kentucky for medical school.

After graduating from Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, he returned to Knoxville, TN to complete his internal medicine residency training in 2009. Over the course of his career, he has developed a passion for understanding disease physiology and discovering the root cause of both acute and chronic illness. As a practicing physician, he has witnessed firsthand the epidemic of chronic disease, and desires to improve patient’s health and well-being through a functional approach.

Outside of work, Ben values a balanced lifestyle and enjoys spending quality time with his family. His favorite hobbies include running, hiking, concerts, and any activity that includes being outdoors in the beauty that God created.