Food Allergy & Toxicity Testing - We have all heard the familiar saying you are what you eat. But did you know that maintaining a healthy body involves more than just a healthy diet? Certain foods can trigger immune system responses which can strain even a healthy body, and if continued over time, can potentially cause many debilitating illnesses. We offer a test to identify and quantify both serum IgE and IgG antibodies in response to foods, inhalants, spices and herbs. A complete report and customized rotation diet will be provided with all food allergy panels.
Vitamins Deficiency Testing - There is overwhelming evidence confirming that vitamin deficiencies are associated with disease processes and the overall condition of your health. Vitamin, Mineral and antioxidant deficiencies have been shown to suppress the function of the immune system which can contribute to degenerative processes such as arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, to name a few. Yet you, like many other people, may be deficient in some vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and/or other essential micronutrients and not even know it. University research shows that 50% of people taking supplements remain deficient. These deficiencies can contribute to disease processes and keep you form performing your best. A complete report will be provided with all the Vitamins that your body really needs.
Hair Mineral Analysis - Trace Minerals are essential in countless metabolic functions in all phases of the life process. There exists a unique ability to recognize abnormal metabolic processes from trace mineral patterns found in the hair and other tissues. With specific dietary modifications, restoration of a more normal biochemical balance can be achieved, thereby eliminating many nutritionally related endocrine, neurological and even emotional disturbances. Each test report will provide you with the most complete and comprehensive computer evaluation of significant mineral levels and ratios as tested in the hair. Included is a listing of foods to eat or to avoid in accordance with food allergy indicators and individualized requirements. In addition, each analysis contains a highly specific listing of nutrients that may assist in balancing body chemistry.
Iodine Deficiency Testing - Iodine is an essential element. Although its main function is in the production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, other organs in the body have a need for iodine in order to function normally. One of the major requirements for the thyroid gland to provide its effective metabolic regulatory activity over the entire body depends on T-4 to T-3 hormone conversion. Iodine plays a major role in the production of T-3. In addition, iodine receptors are found all over the body. It is suspected that poor thyroid function is afflicting 30-40% of the US population. Iodine therapy helps detoxify many of the offenders while restoring thyroid function.
Hormone Balance Testing - One size does not fit all when it comes to hormones! Your hormones are like your fingerprints and in order to achieve optimal health, you need to know what your specific imbalances are. To find out about your hormonal status you will need to have lab tests performed. But, what kind? There are several ways to test (saliva, serum and urine), but the state of the art testing is through saliva. This is because it measures only the active portions of your hormones and it is these portions that determine how you feel. Which hormones need testing? The major players in the sex hormone arena are Estradiol, Progesterone and Testosterone. The main adrenal hormones are DHEA and Cortisol. These five hormones will provide crucial information about your deficiencies, excesses and daily patterns, which then results in a treatment approach specifically tailored for you.
Adrenal Hormones Analysis - The adrenal glands situated superior to the kidneys, coordinates the body's response to stress by releasing catecholaines and glucocorticoids into circulation. This function is key to coordinate the variety of bodily changes needed for stress adaptation. However, prolonged elevations of glucocorticoids, form chronic stress are detrimental to the health of the body. Elevated levels of glucocorticoids are well implicated in a number of pathologies including, coronary heart disease, hypertension, stroke, anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, osteoporosis, in addition to learning and memory deficits. The latter of which are due to direct insult on the hippocampal formation of the brain, the area involved in learning and memory, and most sensitive to glucocorticoid damage. Exceptionally low levels of glucocorticoids, on the other hand, must also be considered in disease progression.
Urinary Metabolic Profile - Organic acids are usually found in the urine, abnormal levels of which are functional markers for vitamin deficiencies, GI dysbiosis, toxic exposure, and neuroendocrine activity. Organic acid testing is used for customizing nutritional therapies for any disease condition; mood/behavior problems, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, depression, and metabolic toxicities.
By the time your body begins to show signs of illness, changes have taken place within the cells, and many reactions required for healthy metabolism have already become compromised. There are many factors that can contribute to this break down and symptoms of illness including; nutrient imbalances, stress, and poor lifestyle habits. Through organic acid testing, we can visualize metabolism at the cellular level, how well the body is functioning, and how well the body is meeting its demands.
Neurotransmitter Testing - The use of urinary neurotransmitter testing in clinical practice has proven to be a useful tool for many health care providers. Thousands of patients experiencing neurotransmitter-related conditions, including depression, insomnia, anxiety, and fatigue have benefited from the quantitative insight a neurotransmitter test has provided. In addition to identifying neurotransmitter imbalances, this test can serve as a guide to selecting therapeutic approaches.
When addressing clinical conditions that are linked to imbalances in brain chemistry, samples of the relevant analytes would ideally be collected from within the brain itself. However, brain tissue analysis is not a feasible option. Even cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) analysis is far too invasive. The least invasive procedure (urinary assessment) is the most desirable option.
DNA Genetic Analysis - What is DNA? - DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the molecule inside the nucleus of all cells that carries the genetic instructions for making living organisms. A gene is a piece of DNA. Together with your environment, your genes shape your development as a human being by making the proteins needed to construct a complete living organism. What Happens when DNA is damaged?
Science has shown that DNA damage and poor repair are major causes of premature aging and many age-related diseases. Newly forming cells look to their predecessors for their identity in a process analogous to photocopying. But as time goes by, environmental pollution, dietary factors, lifestyle issues and genetic inheritance combine to erode the cellular genetics in an aging process unique to each individual. As the quality of the new cells gradually degrades, our "Cellular Soup" - the molecules, nutrients and chemicals that circulate in and among the millions of cells of the body and determine our genetic potential- becomes deficient in various nutrients and minerals. This can cause a breakdown in functions throughout the body and, over time, promote accelerated aging.
Environmental Pollutants Panel - This panel will test for exposure to synthetic chemicals used in many products that we use everyday. One of the synthetic chemicals called Phthalates are used in the manufacturing of plastics, especially PVC, food packaging, stationary and toys. Starting this year the European Parliament has voted to ban the use of these products, because of serious health consequences causing damage to the reproductive system, increasing risks of cancer and asthma. If you feel that you have been exposed to an environmental pollutant its worth checking out.
Allergy Inhalant Panel - This panel will test for 16 environmental exposures such as grasses, molds and common indoor allergens such as animal dander and dust mites.
Heavy Metal Testing - This panel will identify harmful metals that may be lingering in our body, such as mercury, lead, arsenic and aluminum. |
