What is Functional Diagnostic Nutrition?

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition™ is a holistic discipline that unites functional laboratory assessments with individual Metabolic Typing® to identify imbalances, dysfunction and underlying conditions at the root of many common health complaints. FDN embraces biochemical individuality while providing a precise methodology and logical sequence to achieving repeatable, consistent and successful clinical outcomes.
Learn how to find the underlying causes of:

• Allergies and acne
• Blood sugar problems
• Depression and anxiety
• Emotional fragility
• Headaches and fogginess
• Indigestion and bloating
• Inflammation and pain
• Insomnia and wakefulness
• Low sex drive
• PMS, skin, and hair problems
• Fatigue
• Weight gain and weight loss

And many other consequences of the chronic stress response!
Diet and exercise are important, but are not the only solutions to the equation. Your health and appearance are built upon a strong foundation of the following systems:

• Hormone
• Immune
• Digestion
• Detoxification

We understand that symptoms must be addressed. You want relief, but you also want to know why you have symptoms and resolve their cause. Our approach is to assess underlying function and discover the root cause of your health problems. This approach leads to long-term resolution of symptoms, not just temporary relief. We guarantee our program of Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress Reduction and Supplements - D.R.E.S.S. for Health Success™ - will help get rid of your main complaints and promote a happier, healthier life. This is approach is so successful, it's now a trademark health system. Once your diagnostics are complete, you'll find our recommendations easy to follow using this revolutionary approach.

4 Cortisol measurements, 2 DHEA-S, Estradiol, Estriol, Progesterone, Testosterone, Melatonin

Lab Fee: $176 (pay directly to lab)

Using the # 205 Adrenal Stress Profile, Plus V you submit four saliva samples; morning, noon, evening and bedtime. The cortisol and DHEA measurements at these times tell us how well your adrenal glands are functioning. Plus, we look at the main steroidal (sex) hormones, estradiol, estriol, progesterone and testosterone. And we also look at melatonin, the sleep hormone, because one of the most common main complaints is sleep problems. Other complaints that may result from poor adrenal function include:

* anxiety
* panic
* depression
* loss of immunity
* disturbed sleep
* thinning skin
* poor concentration/memory lapses
* heart disease/atherosclerosis
* hot flashes
* night sweats
* osteoporosis
* irregular menstruation
* vaginal dryness
* painful intercourse
* slow healing
* reduced libido
* malaise/lethargy
* unexplained weight gain
* fatigue
* loss of appetite/increased appetite
* hair loss and dry skin

Indican (protein digestion), Free Radicals, & Liver Function

Lab Fee: $132(pay directly to lab)

Using the #101 Metabolic Assessment Profile you submit a urine specimen to the lab which measures two important body functions; digestion and detoxification. First, we measure indican, which tells us how well you are digesting and absorbing protein. If you are not breaking down and absorbing protein, you probably aren’t digesting carbs or fats very well either. We also look at lipid peroxides.This measurement tells us if you have excessive oxidative stress in the small intestines. Together, these two markers provide a good look at how well your digestion is working or not working. Common complaints related to improper digestion and detoxification include:

heartburn/reflux
stomach pains/cramps
intestinal pains/cramps
constipation
diarrhea
bloating sensation
gas or any kind
nausea, vomiting
painful elimination
food cravings
depression
fatigue
dark circles
skin conditions
headaches

Secretory IgA (gut immune system), Antibodies to Anaerobic/Aerobic Bacteria, Dietary Proteins (dairy, soy, wheat, egg, corn), and Yeast

Lab Fee: $250 (pay directly to lab)

The Intestinal Barrier Function Screen uses a single saliva sample to assess the level of secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA) and the levels of free IgA and IgM to combined dietary proteins (wheat/gliadin, corn, soy, cow’s milk, egg); aerobic bacteria (Escherichia coli and E. enterococcus); anaerobic bacteria (Bacteroides fragilis and Clostridium perfringens); Candida albicans yeast. Strengthening YOUR Mucosal Barrier and Immune System will help relieve:

* Asthma and arthritis
* Adrenal Fatigue
* Ulcers
* Crohn’s and Celiac diseases
* Yeast Overgrowth
* Food Sensitivities
* Ulcerative Colitis
* Autoimmune diseases
* Chronic fatigue
* Joint pain
* Diarrhea
* Much more

GI Pathogens w/ H.Pylori Antigen, Fungus/Yeast, Specific Bacterial Overgrowth, Ova & Parasites, Blood in the Stool

Lab Fee:$267.00 (pay directly to lab)

This stool analysis determines the presence of ova and parasites such as protozoa, flatworms, or roundworms; immunoglobulin G (IgG) to Cryptosporidium parvum, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia antigens in stool; bacteria, fungi (including yeasts), and occult blood; and Clostridium difficile colitis toxins A and B. Five stool samples and one smear are taken over a four-day period, providing a highly reliable comprehensive analysis of intestinal microflora.