Treatment & Management based on glucose and A1C alone
Boxed into restrictive fad diets that don't improve numbers
Too much conflicting advice that is overwhelming
Lack of personalized treatment
Coexisting medical conditions that complicate diabetes management
Relying on random strategies without expert guidance
The Diabetes Shift
offers a
holistic diabetes
reversal system
that will
transform your
health and life.
Regain Control Over Your Health
Break Free from Deprivation Diets
Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss
Overcome the Challenges of Coexisting Conditions
Receive Tailored Support and Guidance
Simplify Your Diabetes Management
"I don’t pretend to understand the body chemistry at work here and frankly I am more interested in the results and less concerned about how it happened. I was skeptical in the beginning, but as time marched on I believed that I found a program and a provider who really understand the mechanics of my body and worked with me to improve my life."
Jeff W.
The Diabetes Shift
offers a holistic diabetes
reversal system that will
transform your health and life.
Regain Control Over Your Health
Break Free from Deprivation Diets
Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss
Overcome the Challenges of Coexisting Conditions
Receive Tailored Support and Guidance
Simplify Your Diabetes Management
"I don’t pretend to understand the body chemistry at work here and frankly I am more interested in the results and less concerned about how it happened. I was skeptical in the beginning, but as time marched on I believed that I found a program and a provider who really understand the mechanics of my body and worked with me to improve my life."
~ Jeff W.
Take the first step towards better health by undergoing a thorough health assessment, including a detailed body systems survey and optional blood work, to uncover the root causes of your health issues.
Your Health Assessment will be reviewed and evaluated. This allows us to identify the root causes of your health issues and create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
With a personalized functional health report, you will receive a customized treatment plan and recommendations to help you understand your path to functional health and achieve your goals.
Imagine a life where diabetes no longer controls your daily activities, energy levels, or peace of mind. You’ve likely tried managing your condition with medications, strict diets, and conflicting advice, only to feel frustrated and stuck. This is where The Diabetes Shift comes in. As your guide and coach, I’m here to help you navigate the complex world of diabetes management and find a clear path to lasting health.
The Diabetes Shift is not just another generic program; it’s a personalized, holistic approach tailored to your unique needs. We understand that every person’s journey with diabetes is different, so our strategies are designed specifically for you. By focusing on the root causes of your diabetes and addressing coexisting conditions, we create a plan that works for your lifestyle, not against it.
Our approach saves you from the six major problems that stall diabetes remission: managing glucose and A1C alone, being boxed into restrictive fad diets, information overload, lack of personalized treatment, dealing with coexisting medical conditions, and the frustration of trial and error strategies. Instead, we offer a comprehensive system that simplifies diabetes management and helps you regain control over your health.
Imagine waking up each day with stable blood sugar levels, more energy, and a clear plan for your health. You’ll enjoy delicious, balanced meals without feeling deprived, and you’ll see real progress in your weight and overall well-being. More importantly, you’ll feel confident and empowered to make informed decisions about your health.
Working with The Diabetes Shift means having a dedicated partner who understands your challenges and is committed to your success. We provide continuous support, adjust your plan as needed, and celebrate your milestones with you. We aim to help you achieve sustainable health improvements, reduce your dependency on medications, and live a fulfilling life free from the constant worry of diabetes.
So, why is working with a coach like me so important? Because I’ve been where you are. I understand the struggles and the desire for a better, healthier life. With my expertise and personalized approach, I can help you break free from the cycle of frustration and truly transform your health. This isn’t just about managing diabetes; it’s about reclaiming your life.
Take the first step towards a healthier, happier you by booking a 30-minute strategy session with The Diabetes Shift. Let’s work together to create a future where diabetes doesn’t hold you back but propels you to new heights of well-being and vitality. Your journey to better health starts here.
Imagine a life where Type 2 diabetes doesn't dictate your day. Sounds too good to be true? It's not.
This simple guide will show what's possibly being missed and the probable root causes to blood sugar challenges.
"How I Dropped My A1c from 9.6 to 6.0 in 90 Days" is loaded with information to help break free from conventional wisdom.
Learn how to put type 2 diabetes into remission and restore the foundations of good health. Let me be your guide!
"There’s been a very well coordinated program by the doctor with thoroughness in checking into my blood chemistry and physiological makeup. I’m feeling myself again. At one time when I was getting medications from my regular doctor I was getting numbness and tingling in one of my legs from diabetic neuropathy. But since I’ve gone on this program and followed it, the numbness has gone away, my legs feel springier, I actually walk my dog and even started to jog a bit. And at one time I couldn’t cut my grass without taking a five minute break every ten minutes. Dr. Bletzinger’s program has been tremendous and I hope to continue the success that’s going. It’s been very successful and I appreciate the doctor’s help."
Richard H.
Dr. Joshua Bletzinger, DC is a leading functional medicine practitioner in the Chicago area.
After watching his father lose his battle with type 2 diabetes, Dr. Josh made it his mission to prevent others from experiencing the same health conditions. He set out to create a clinic that can help people reverse their conditions and take charge of their health.
Dr. Josh creates customized and individualized care plans that 1) arrest the progression of chronic health challenges, 2) enables the body to heal itself and 3) teaches the individual how to navigate a lifetime of vitalistic health.
Dr. Josh has extensive postdoctoral training in functional medicine, functional endocrinology, and clinical nutrition. He continues to pursue an exhaustive education in the care of chronic health challenges.
Your labs are ‘normal,’ but you still feel tired, foggy, and off. You’re not imagining it and I’m going to show you why.
"Normal” Labs ≠ Healthy - Just because it says normal doesn’t mean you’re fine. Your symptoms are real and they matter.
Your Checkup Isn’t Built to Help You Feel Better - It’s designed to catch disease, not fix why you’re tired, foggy, or off.
Symptoms Matter Even If Labs Say You’re Fine - Feeling awful with “normal” labs? You’re not broken. You’re just not being seen.
Don’t Wait to Break Down - By the time it’s a diagnosis, your body’s been screaming for help. Catch it way earlier.
You Deserve a Plan That Actually Fits You - Generic advice won’t cut it. You need a strategy based on your story, not someone else’s averages.
For years, we’ve been told that the annual physical is essential to staying healthy.
It’s the standard. The norm. The “gold checkmark” for proactive health.
I just read another post saying, “Don’t skip your yearly checkup, it’s your best defense!” And maybe that sounds true. Maybe you’ve done them for years… but deep down, something still feels off.
You’re tired. Foggy. Gaining weight. Your mood is unpredictable. Your digestion’s a mess.
And when you bring it up at your physical, they run basic labs and tell you, “Everything looks normal.”
Frustrating, right?
It’s not that the doctors don’t care. But the system? It’s reactive. Not designed for long-term optimization or early-stage dysfunction. That annual physical isn’t built to catch what’s really going on under the surface especially with chronic symptoms.
How do I know?
Because I’ve worked with hundreds of clients who were told they were “fine”... until they weren’t. And they were left managing symptoms with no roadmap, no clarity, and no results.
So here’s what I did differently and what you can do too.
Let’s break it down. The standard annual physical just doesn’t cut it anymore.
Here’s why:
You’ll waste time and energy chasing answers it was never designed to find.
It’s not built to look for patterns, only pathology.
You might get the opposite result: false reassurance that makes things worse later.
It hasn’t evolved to address the chronic illness crisis.
And most importantly? It doesn’t see you. It sees numbers on a report.
Want proof?
✅ Cleveland Clinic 2019 study showed that functional medicine patients had better physical health scores after six months compared to those in traditional care.
✅ More than 6 in 10 adults in the U.S. have at least one chronic disease most of which are preventable or manageable with personalized care.
✅ Research on chronic inflammation confirms its connection to nearly every modern disease and yet, most physicals don’t even look for it.
So, what do you do instead?
Forget the "quick labs" and 10-minute talks. Start by asking:
What is my body trying to tell me?
Functional medicine begins with a full assessment of your entire story from digestion to energy, sleep, focus, stress, and inflammation.
This isn't surface-level; it's a full map of how your systems are functioning together.
Learn more about how ignoring symptoms makes things worse
The ranges used in standard labs? They’re statistical averages, not optimal health zones.
You might be on the edge of dysfunction, and it won’t be flagged.
Example: Your thyroid may be "in range," but if your TSH is climbing, you’ll feel it, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and it matters.
We aim for optimal ranges, not just “not sick.”
Why standard ranges are misleading
Your labs don’t tell the whole story.
That’s why we start with your symptoms. How you feel matters.
Then, we back that up with advanced functional labs to find the deeper cause: nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, gut imbalance, and more.
You get a clear, complete picture.
Why personalized health plans work
Fatigue, bloating, joint pain, trouble focusing… those are early signs.
Conventional medicine waits until the issue is “diagnosable.”
But by that point, your system may have been struggling for years.
We look for dysfunction before it becomes disease.
Targeting inflammation through functional care
Once we have your full picture of symptoms + functional data, we give you a roadmap.
Not just “what to take” but why and how to support your entire system.
It’s clarity. Confidence. And a real path forward.
Start here: Initial Functional Health Assessment
You don’t need another generic checkup.
You need clarity, data, and a strategy that’s built around you.
This isn’t about rejecting conventional care it’s about upgrading it.
If you’ve been feeling dismissed, confused, or told everything is “fine” while your body says otherwise… listen to that voice.
There is a better way. And it’s already working for thousands of people like you.
👉 Start your personalized health blueprint now → Initial Functional Health Assessment
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