Ithrive Research Logo
Enrol Now

Want to be a mentor at iThrive Academy?

Join Us Now

Want to be a mentor at iThrive Academy?

Join Us Now
Build a High-Income Career in
Health & Wellness with iThrive’s
Functional Nutrition Course
Advance Your Medical
Career with iThrive’s
Functional Nutrition
Course for Practitioners
Learn Functional Nutrition from scratch - no medical degree needed.
Start a side hustle, switch careers, or grow a wellness business with our
online functional nutrition course.
50
+
Batches till Date
800
+
Students Graduated
Enrol Now
Mugdha Pradhan Aditya Sangore Shriya Lamkande Mugdha Pradhan Aditya Shriya Lamkande
Meryn Aricatt Saloni Kulkarni Maneesha Rana Meryn Aricatt Saoni Kulkarni Maneesha Rana
Accreditations
Topics Covered in iThrive’s Functional Nutrition Course
Get a Sample Lesson

Modules

01

The Human Body

Introduction to Human Body

Digestive System

Circulatory & Respiratory System.

Lymphatic & Immune System

Nervous System & Special Senses

Musculoskeletal & Integumentary System

Endocrine & Reproductive System

Renal System, Fluid, Electrolyte & Acid Base Balance

02

Nutrients and Their Metabolic Pathways

Understanding Carbohydrates, Proteins & Fats

Essential Fatty Acids: Omega-3 & Omega-6

Fat soluble Vitamins (A,D, E & K) and Associated Minerals

B Vitamins Involved in Energy Metabolism

B Vitamins Involved in Methylation Process

Antioxidants, Vitamins & Minerals I

Antioxidants, Vitamins & Minerals II

Iodine and Thyroid health

Electrolytes: Salt and Potassium

Basics of Dietary Supplements

ABCDE of Supplement Recommendations: Affordability, Bioavailability, Convenience, Dose& Efficacy

03

Deep Dive into Health Dysfunctions

Basics of Biochemistry

Functional Carbohydrate Metabolism

Functional Protein Metabolism

Functional Fat metabolism

Metabolic Map

Functional Micronutrient metabolism

Deep dive into Kreb's Cycle with Organic Acids

Dysfunctional Biochemistry

04

Gut Health From a Functional Nutrition Lens

Functional Medicine Perspective to Blood Chemistry Analysis

Analyzing CBC + Iron Metabolism

Analysing Markers of Infection & Inflammation+ Vitamin Metabolism

Analysing Glucose Metabolism

Analysing Lipid Metabolism

Interpreting Markers of Oxidative stress

Evaluating Hormone Function

Assessing Vaccine Damage & Long-COVID Impact

Case Study Discussion - Hands on experience

05

Mental Health, The Nervous System & Functional Nutrition

Neurological, Bone and Joint diseases

Pediatric and Cardiovascular diseases

Liver and Respiratory conditions

Renal and Digestive conditions

Reproduction Conditions and Cancer

Endocrine Regulation + Introduction to Diabetes

Deep Dive into Diabetes + Thyroid Dysfunction

Autoimmune Conditions

Supplements for Lifestyle Disease part 1

Supplements for Lifestyle Disease part 2

06

Functional Movement

FNT in Bone & Joint Disorders

FNT in Neurological Disorders

FNT in Paediatric Disorders

FNT in Endocrine Disorders (Thyroid, Adrenal,DM, Sleep Apnea, PCOS)

FNT in Cardiovascular & Respiratory Disorders

FNT in GI, Liver Gall bladder disorders & in Renal Calculi

FNT in Autoimmune Disorders & Cancer

Calculating Macros, Intermittent Fasting and Nutrition Labels

Designing a Protocol - Case Study 1

Designing a Protocol - Case Study 2

Who Will Benefit the Most from This Program?
Homoeopathic
doctors (BHMS, MD
Homoeopathy)
Ayurvedic
doctors (BAMS,
MD Ayurveda)
MBBS doctors,
MD physicians
Dentists
(BDS, MDS)
Physiotherapists
(BPT, MPT)
Doctors Interested
in Lifestyle Medicine
Who Will Benefit the Most from
This Program?
Students & Homemakers – Fresh grads, career-break professionals, stay-at-home moms
Educators & Trainers – Health coaches, teachers, HRs, corporate trainers
Business & Finance – Accountants, analysts, executives
Marketing & Media – Digital marketers, PRs, content creators
Legal – Lawyers, legal assistants
Corporate & IT – Software engineers, consultants, project managers
Wellness Entrepreneurs – Founders in health, nutrition, or wellness space
Your Complete Learning Toolkit
Comprehensive knowledge from basic to
advanced nutrition courses.
Live, interactive lectures with certified functional nutrition professionals & subject matter experts.
Lifetime access to valuable study materials like books, PDFS, and videos.
Flexible functional medicine training for non-medical backgrounds
Unlock new career opportunities as a Certified Functional Nutritionist
Still confused if this course is for you?
Want to switch careers but don’t know
where to start?
Looking for a fulfilling job that makes a real impact?
Tired of your current work & craving more purpose?
Interested in health & wellness but have
no background in it?
Wondering if you can make money helping others
with nutrition?
Want to build a flexible side income or full-time
career in wellness?
Don’t know how to start your own health
coaching business?
Feel unsure about how to build trust & communicate
with clients?
Want to be equipped with practical tools for
real-life coaching?
Ready to make a career switch to something future-
ready and in-demand?
 GET A FREE DEMO CLASS
Get Certified,
Get Recognised
Build Credibility & Trust
Get iThrive Academy’s official certificate - a mark of your expertise that adds credibility and assures clients they’re in expert hands.
Showcase Your Achievement
Your certification adds credibility and shows clients they’re in safe, expert hands.
Approved by

Testimonials

Hi, I’m Namrata, a housewife till I enrolled for the Functional Nutrition course. It was always my dream to study further in nutrition after I got married but never got a chance. But when I came across this course, I was overjoyed to know I can be a nutritionist studying from home. Trust me, this is one of the best things I’ve come across and could do. This course not only developed confidence back in me but also helped me heal people near and dear to me. I feel so proud now when people call me for help for their health-related issues. Feel truly blessed to be a part of iThrive, and I thank Mugdha and her team for this commendable course. It's sooo complete and perfect that even a layman who wishes to do will also be able to understand, and the faculty - not one or two, but the entire team - is sooo helpful and prompt in helping. I wish and pray for their progress and success. I want more and more people to benefit from this. Mugdha, you're a blessing to mankind. More power to you and your team. Grateful to be a part

Namrata

Home Maker

Thank you to everyone who supported me in this journey! Passing the FNT course has been a dream come true and marks the start of an exciting new chapter. This course gave me the confidence and knowledge to pursue my passion as a Functional Nutrition professional. I’m truly grateful for the engaging content, the valuable skills I’ve gained, and the incredible support from the instructors. Special thanks to Mugdha for creating such a life-transforming course, and to Mr. Avinash for guiding me to become a healer and entrepreneur. I’m proud to be associated with iThrive for this noble cause. I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2018 with an HbA1c of 15. Medications caused serious side effects that impacted my health and career. I began reading research papers, identified the root cause, and reversed my diabetes in just one week with diet and exercise. That breakthrough gave me the confidence to help others. iThrive and the iCFN course further empowered me to build a career in healing and bring smiles to others’ faces.

Sudhir Attri

(B. Tech)

Before this program:

As a lifestyle consultant and nutrition coach for 12 years, I
relied mostly on calorie and macronutrient-based approaches.
While clients returned for my coaching, I felt a gap in
understanding the deeper root causes behind symptoms like
fatigue and acidity.

After this program:

iThrive’s course helped me gain clarity on functional nutrition,
confidently suggest supplement protocols, and create more
effective interventions. Now, I handle even complex cases with
confidence and have a strong support system through the
iThrive community.

Kanchana

Functional Nutritionist

Before the Program:

I handled cases with a conventional approach- counting
calories, balancing macros, and standard diets. But I often felt
stuck with complex conditions like thyroid, insulin resistance,
or unexplained weight gain.

After the Program:

I now understand the root cause behind symptoms and
personalise protocols based on gut health, hormones, and
emotional well-being. My clients see deeper, long-lasting
results, and I feel more confident, aligned, and fulfilled in my
practice.

Padmashri Shanmugaraj

Functional Nutritionist

Before this program:

As a lifestyle consultant and nutrition coach for 12 years, I
relied mostly on calorie and macronutrient-based approaches.
While clients returned for my coaching, I felt a gap in
understanding the deeper root causes behind symptoms like
fatigue and acidity.

After this program:

iThrive’s course helped me gain clarity on functional nutrition,
confidently suggest supplement protocols, and create more
effective interventions. Now, I handle even complex cases with
confidence and have a strong support system through the
iThrive community.

Kanchana

Functional Nutritionist

Before the Program:

I handled cases with a conventional approach- counting
calories, balancing macros, and standard diets. But I often felt
stuck with complex conditions like thyroid, insulin resistance,
or unexplained weight gain.

After the Program:

I now understand the root cause behind symptoms and
personalise protocols based on gut health, hormones, and
emotional well-being. My clients see deeper, long-lasting
results, and I feel more confident, aligned, and fulfilled in my
practice.

Padmashri Shanmugaraj

Functional Nutritionist

Video Testimonials

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked
questions

Do I need a healthcare background to join iThrive’s Functional Nutrition certification?

No, you don’t need a healthcare background. Our online functional nutrition course is designed for individuals from various fields who are passionate about health and wellness. Whether you're looking to switch to a health and wellness career or develop new skills, this course is for you!

What is the duration of iThrive’s Functional Nutrition Course for non-healthcare professionals?

The course typically spans 4-5 months, with flexible weekend sessions. This allows you to balance your current job or business while learning how to become a wellness coach or functional nutrition expert.

What tech setup do I need for this Functional Medicine Certification?

You just need a laptop or desktop with a stable internet connection. All classes are conducted live via Zoom, and all resources are available on our user-friendly learning portal.

Are instalment options available for this nutrition course?

Yes, we offer flexible payment plans to make this online nutrition course more accessible. You can split the fee into multiple instalments, making it stress-free to start your career in nutrition.

Show 5 more