Blog — Functional Medicine
Elements Testing: How Hidden Toxins and Nutrient Imbalances Affect Your Health
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How Elements Affect Your Body Every day? we are exposed to environmental pollutants—through the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and even the materials we touch. Over time, these substances can: Increase the risk of chronic diseases like dementia, infertility, diabetes, and cancer, Damage vital organs such as the liver, kidneys, and brain, Harm the cardiovascular, nervous, and endocrine systems, Disrupt the natural balance of hormones
What is Cardiometabolic Risk?
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What is Cardiometabolic Risk? Cardiometabolic risk refers to a collection of conditions linked to obesity and insulin resistance that increase the chances of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or both. These risks rarely occur in isolation—when one appears, others often follow. That’s why proactive screening is so important.
Neurotransmitters: The Body’s Chemical Messengers & Why Testing Matters
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How Neurotransmitter Imbalances Affect Health. When neurotransmitters are out of balance, your brain and body may become over- or under-stimulated. Common scenarios include: Anxiety & Depression, Chronic Fatigue, Impulsivity, Insomnia, PMS & PMDD..
The Estrobolome: How Your Gut Shapes Hormonal Health
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The human microbiome and the endocrine system are deeply interconnected, engaging in a complex two-way conversation that influences everything from mood to metabolism. One of the most fascinating areas of this interaction centers on estrogen and the gut—a relationship governed by what’s now known as the estrobolome.
Unveiling Health Insights: A Comprehensive Overview of Standard and Specialty Testing Kits
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Introduction:In the realm of personalised health and wellness, diagnostic testing has become an indispensable tool for understanding the intricacies of our bodies. From neurotransmitters to hormonal balance, weight management, sleep patterns, heavy metal exposure, and beyond, testing kits have evolved to provide a detailed snapshot of our overall health. In this blog post, we delve into the specifics of standard kits focusing on saliva and speciality kits targeting neurotransmitters, weight management, sleep balance, heavy metals, urine metabolites, menstrual cycle mapping, and adrenal stress. Neurotransmitters Profile:Understanding the intricate balance of neurotransmitters in the body is crucial for mental and emotional well-being....