Did you or your doctor measure low blood pressure values? Get ready to unlock the key to a healthier you as we explore the world of optimal blood pressure in this last article in a series of three!Today you will find out:
Signs & symptoms of low blood pressure.
Some common mistakes in low blood pressure measurements
What low blood pressure causes.
What you can do about it!
Before we dive into answering these questions, make sure you measure your blood pressure the right way! (just click here). When you have measured low blood pressure, never forget: don’t trust your...
A Deep Dive into Gallstones!
Gallstones are common in developed countries. They affect about 10% of adults and 20% of those over the age of 65. Today I will do a deep dive into this topic. Why are gallstones more common in elderly people? Why are females more affected by them? How are cholesterol and gallstones related? And what have red blood cells got to do with gallstones? Today we dive deep into this fascinating topic!
Important things you will learn:
What gallstones are.
How they are caused.
How to recognize symptoms.
The different types of gallstones
And of course… what you can do to prevent...
Help with Hair Loss
Hi everyone!Today’s tip is about understanding why we lose hair. In the symptom dictionary, you can find some recommendations on what to do when you are losing hair and this tip will be more of a guide on how to choose remedies for that handout.
There can be different mechanisms at play when we lose hair. Depending on the mechanism, some choices are better than others. In this tip you will learn:
The four different stages in which hair grows.
When do we talk about hair loss?
The different common factors that can influence hair regeneration.
The 4 different stages in which...
Mitochondria: A quick guide to what they are and what nutrients they use!
Are you interested in how your body produces energy? Then this guide is for you! In the first part, you will learn what mitochondria are and how they work.In the second part, I will explain what nutrients the mitochondria use and where these nutrients help.
What are mitochondria?
Mitochondria are often called the ‘Power Houses’ of the cell. They produce molecules in which energy is stored. These molecules are called ATP. What is ATP? Well, think of ATP as money! If you have a lot of money, you can do a lot of stuff! If you’re low on money, you can do less.The same goes for ATP: if...
Test Immune Status
ACTION STEPS:
1. As a starting point to check immune status, request a blood test that includes the following:
CBC with differentials
RBC zinc
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Watch the video above to see what a CBC report looks like.
2. After getting your results, make sure to watch the videos below. They’ll give you the optimal reference ranges to compare your results with, along with explanations to help figure out what could be causing suboptimal results:
Interpreting WBC Differentials (Neutrophil, Lymphocyte, Monocyte, Eosinophil, Basophil)
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Test Food Sensitivities
The gold standard test for determining food sensitivities (which is an IgG reaction, not an allergic IgE reaction), is to perform an elimination diet & food re-introduction challenge. See the attached handout to learn more about the difference between food allergies/sensitivities (and intolerances).
The most common offenders to remove from one’s diet 100% for a minimum of 30 days are:
Dairy
Wheat/gluten
Eggs
Soy
Yeast
Rice
Corn
Potato
These can be removed one at a time or all at once.
ACTION STEPS:
1. Download the attached resources for...
Test Adrenal Function (Stress Response)
ACTION STEPS:
1. Watch the video above to learn about the saliva and urine tests available that can provide information about how much cortisol the adrenals produce, as well as the cortisol pattern throughout the day. Too much or too little cortisol can affect thyroid function, and impact motility.
Resources attached:
Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Adrenal & DUTCH Plus (male and female reports)
Sampe reports & collection instructions for Genova’s Adrenocortex Stress Profile
2. Order your test:
DUTCH Test Complete
DUTCH...
Test Thyroid Function
ACTION STEPS:
1. Since low thyroid function (or hypothyroidism) can lead to sluggish digestion and motility, it’s a good idea to test thyroid function with a full thryoid panel. Watch the above video for a detailed list of the markers to request and the recommended reference ranges to be aiming for.
Order you can order a test:
Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment Test Kit (TrueHealth Labs)
Essential Thyroid Profile (ZRT Labs)
Extended Hashimoto’s Thyroid Panel (Requisition Form Only)
2. If there is hypothyroid function or Hashimoto’s,...
Test Vitamin B6 Status
ACTION STEPS:
1. There are a few ways to test your vitamin B6 level.
Request a Plasma B6 test. Low levels indicate a deficiency
Order an OAT urine test (stands for Organic Acids Test) or the following urinary organic acid markers:
A combination of elevated xanthurenate, kynurenate, and quinolinate is evidence of B6 deficiency
2. If vitamin B6 is low, increase the proportion of animal foods in the diet, using more gentle cooking techniques, and including more raw foods to help improve B6 status.
Supplementation with 5mg of P5P (Pyridoxal 5′-Phosphate) per...