Functional testing and supplements

Occasionally, functional testing and comprehensive blood tests will be recommended to help deepen our understanding of a body imbalance. Below is a description of a range of functional testing options. Testing cost is separate to that of a consultation, with the potential of interest-free payment plans for certain tests if preferred. See below for more information.

Supplement quality matters - I carefully source and recommend practitioner grade supplements and herbal preparations for use in protocols and where possible provide clients with a 10% discount.

Functional Testing

  • Comprehensive Blood Testing

    Comprehensive Blood Testing

    Functional medicine relies on a much more narrow margin for blood-work markers. This more narrow range helps us to prevent and ‘catch’ trending patterns, to keep you in OPTIMAL health, not

    If a doctor has ever told you that your blood-work looks normal, but you feel far from normal, functional blood-work is the best place to start.

  • FEMALE HORMONE TESTING

    DUTCH Test for Hormones

    This dried urine test measures sex and adrenal hormones, their metabolites, cortisol and organic acids. It is useful for those who suspect hormonal imbalances, or who simply want to monitor their hormonal health.

    The test is useful when experiencing: Premenstrual syndrome | Irregular or painful periods | Low libido | Facial hair growth | Acne Migraines

  • Womens health gut health

    At-home Stool Test

    Uncover valuable insights into your gut health, microbiome balance, and digestive function. With targeted analysis and personalized interventions, we can address root causes and restore your gut to optimize overall wellness. This test is designed to detect microbes that may be disturbing normal microbial balance or contributing to illness as well as indicators of digestion, absorption, inflammation, and immune function.

    Some conditions that warrant testing are:

    IBS/IBD | Digestive complaints, diarrhea or constipation | Brain fog | Skin problems, like acne and psoriasis | Mood disorders, depression, and anxiety

  • Hormone Testing for Women

    Organic Acids Test | OAT Test

    The Organic Acids Test (OAT) presents a holistic metabolic snapshot encompassing 76 markers, offering profound insights into a patient's overall health. By accurately assessing levels of intestinal yeast and bacteria, it unveils potential triggers for behavior disorders, hyperactivity, movement disorders, fatigue, and immune function. Individuals with chronic illnesses and neurological disorders often exhibit abnormal organic acids in their urine, making the OAT a valuable tool in identifying underlying imbalances and guiding targeted interventions for improved wellbeing

  • Vaginal Microbiome Test

    This cutting-edge analysis provides valuable information about the balance of beneficial and harmful bacteria in your vaginal ecosystem. Armed with these insights, we can personalize interventions to support a healthy vaginal environment and promote overall wellness.

  • Adrenal Test for Stress and Fatigue

    This advanced assessment examines your body's response to stress, providing valuable insights into cortisol levels throughout the day. By analyzing this data, we can identify imbalances that affect energy, resilience, and overall well-being. Armed with this knowledge, we'll develop a personalized plan to restore adrenal function, optimize stress response, and support your journey to vibrant health and vitality.

Book Recommendations

Pregnancy + Mothering

  • Nurture, A modern guide to pregnancy, birth, early motherhood and trusting yourself and your body, Erica Chidi Cohen

  • Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition, Lily Nichols

  • Spiritual Midwifery, Ina May Gaskin

  • Ina May’s guide to Breastfeeding, Ina May Gaskin

  • Milk to Meals, Luka McCabe and Carley Mendes

  • The Postnatal Depletion Cure, Dr Oscar Serrallach

Women’s Health

  • Hormone Repair Manual, Lara Briden

  • Hormone Intelligence, Aviva Gill Romm

  • The XX Brain, Lisa Mosconi

  • Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, Dr. Christiane Northrup

  • Unwell Women, Elinor Cleghorn

Other

  • The Myth of Normal, Dr. Gabor Mate

  • The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk

  • Anticancer, David Servan-Schreiber

  • State Change, Robin Berzin

  • Breath, The New Science of a Lost Art, James Nestor