Summary
In this episode of the Fitness Simplified podcast, Brooke Davis discusses the importance of functional labs in supporting women's health during the perimenopause transition. She explains the differences between functional and conventional medicine, highlighting how functional labs can provide deeper insights into hormonal health, gut microbiome, and mineral levels. The episode covers three key tests: the Dutch test for hormonal assessment, the GI map for gut health analysis, and HTMA for mineral analysis. Brooke emphasizes a holistic approach to health, integrating nutrition, lifestyle changes, and potential hormone therapy to optimize well-being during this transitional phase.
Keywords
functional labs, perimenopause, Dutch test, GI map, HTMA, women's health, hormone balance, gut health, nutrition, wellness
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Functional Labs for Perimenopause
03:03 Understanding Functional Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine
06:04 The Dutch Test: Comprehensive Hormonal Insights
12:04 The GI Map: Gut Health and Microbiome Analysis
18:57 HTMA: Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis for Health Optimization
23:01 Holistic Approaches to Health and Wellness
Coach Brooke Davis Links:
Website: elysianwomen.org
LinkedIn: Brooke Davis - Owner - Davis Fitness
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Instagram: Brooke Davis (@brooke_elysian)
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