Functional & genetic testing
Our bodies are unique and functional testing enables us to dig down to potential root causes of symptoms such as low energy, fluctuating mood, weight gain, digestive complaints and thyroid issues. Where appropriate, we offer state of the art advanced testing so my clients achieve optimal health in a quicker and more personalised fashion.
Melanie is a qualified Nutrigenomics practitioner - using genetics to truly personalise your diet & lifestyle.
Why get tested?
Root cause
Our philosophy when working with clients is to get to the root cause of the problem rather than just supporting symptoms. Fatigue, anxiety and poor skin can all be impacted by imbalances within the body. Functional & genetic testing helps to identify these so that nutritional and lifestyle prescriptions are targeted to achieve impact & results.
Individual
Functional & genetic testing allows us to understand your unique imbalances. Our recommended protocol will be based on this. One size does not fit all and testing means a personalised programme with faster results.
Empowering
Functional & genetic testing validates your symptoms and empowers you to make the changes that you need. It provides a benchmark and motivation to optimise health and wellbeing.
Types of Functional Testing
Genetic Testing
Genetic testing is the ultimate in personalised nutrition allowing for a preventive and proactive approach to health and wellbeing. We are all genetically unique and DNA testing can highlight genetic predispositions and potential weaknesses in body function. The most simple test out there, genetic testing allows for a unique gene-based nutrition plan, dietary goals for relevant nutrients and targeted nutritional supplement recommendations.
Find out more about my DNA Health Packages by clicking here.
Well woman health screen (blood draw)
This comprehensive blood screening test highlights imbalances or deficiencies that may be contributing to your symptoms. The blood screening looks at:
Full blood count
Liver health
Kidney health
Thyroid health
Cholesterol & Triglycerides
HbA1c (Diabetes marker)
CRP (Inflammation)
Key Nutrients: Vitamin D, Active B12, Ferritin, Folate, Magnesium
Hormones
Testing hormones is important when your condition and symptoms may be hormonally driven. If you have symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, overwhelm, irritability, low libido, weight gain, brain fog, temperature changes or you have a diagnosed hormonal condition such as PMS, PCOS or endometriosis then you may benefit from this state of the art urine test. The test is fantastic to do alongside the hormones genetic test. The test measures:
STRESS hormones - Cortisol and Cortisone
DHEA & Testosterone - your androgen hormones and their metabolites
Progesterone & metabolites
Oestrogen, Oestrone & Oestriol - your 3 Oestrogens, plus their metabolites
Neurotransmitters - Dopamine, Nor-Adrenaline, Melatonin
Key nutrients - B12, B6, Glutathione
Comprehensive gut test
A stool test is useful with any kind of digestive issues (IBS, constipation, diarrhoea, indigestion, bloating, cramps) but also for symptoms that may be caused by digestive imbalances (fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, joint pain, cravings, unexplained weight gain). 70-80% of your immune system is in your gut tissue, thyroid hormone is activated there and our happy hormone is made there. We need our guts to be working effectively for optimal health. The test will look at
Beneficial and pathogenic bacteria
Inflammation markers
Immune system markers
Yeast & Fungal markers
Parasites & Viruses
Digestion & Absorption capabilities
Full Thyroid panel
Ongoing symptoms of weight gain, fatigue, constipation, low libido, anxiety, hair loss, poor nails, dry skin & high cholesterol may be suggestive of thyroid dysfunction. An informative test that is useful to do alongside the thyroid genetic test. A full thyroid blood panel will assess
TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone)
T4 (free thyroxine)
T3 (free triiodothyronine)
Antibodies - thyroglobulin & TPO (thyroid peroxidase)
SIBO Breath Test
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a common clinical condition that is often the cause of unexplained abdominal symptoms. Using state of the art non-invasive breath tests which capture exhaled hydrogen and methane gases following patient ingestion of a lactulose solution enables evaluation of bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine.
SIBO is commonly associated with:
Irritable bowel syndrome
Coeliac disease
Rosacea
Weight gain
Constipation/Diarrhoea
Flatulence