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Posts Tagged ‘Lab Tests’

The functional lab tests your doctor won’t order (but should)

By Irina Plakas, RPh | February 21, 2026 | Comments Off on The functional lab tests your doctor won’t order (but should)
The functional lab tests your doctor won't order (but should)

“Your standard blood work says ‘everything’s normal,’ but you feel terrible, you’re gaining weight, and you’re exhausted. Those tests are…

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Your body already knows how to make GLP-1. You jus Your body already knows how to make GLP-1. You just have to feed it right. GLP-1 medications get all the attention right now, but your gut naturally produces this same hormone every single day. The right foods can help support that process, no needle required. Here are 10 foods that support your body's natural GLP-1 production: 🥚 Eggs — steady blood sugar, complete protein 🐟 Fatty Fish — omega-3s support gut hormone signaling 🥩 Grass-Fed Beef, Chicken & Turkey — protein is one of the strongest natural triggers 🥑 Avocados — healthy fat + fiber = lasting fullness 🫒 Extra Virgin Olive Oil — supports gut lining and hormone release 🌰 Walnuts — fiber, fat, and plant protein in one 🥦 Cruciferous Vegetables — fiber feeds the gut bacteria behind GLP-1 🥬 Fermented Foods — probiotics support a healthy microbiome 🥛 Greek Yogurt — protein + probiotics, a gut-friendly combo 🫖 Green Tea — catechins support GLP-1 secretion and slow digestion None of this replaces medical care if you need it. But if you're looking to support your body naturally, your plate is a great place to start. Save this for your next grocery run. 🛒 #GLP1 #GutHealth #NaturalWeightLoss #WellnessCoach #HealthCoach HormoneHealth BloodSugarBalance NutritionTips EatToNourish HealthyHabits WellnessJourney FunctionalNutrition GutMicrobiome ProteinFirst HealthPartnerCoaching
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Special Offer! Most people get told their labs ar Special Offer! Most people get told their labs are "normal" after testing 10-15 basic markers, then wonder why they still feel tired, inflamed, or just off. I offer something different: a Functional Blood Test + Pharmacist Review + Personalized Action Plan. For $499, you get: 100+ biomarkers from one blood draw (lab near you) A pharmacist-led review of your results A clear action plan based on what your body is actually telling you We're looking at metabolic health, hormones, cardiovascular risk, nutrient status, liver and kidney function, inflammation, blood sugar and more. HSA & FSA accepted for blood testing. If you're ready to stop guessing and get real answers, comment "TEST" below or send me a message and I'll walk you through it. #FunctionalMedicine #FunctionalHealth #BloodWork #Biohacking #PreventiveHealth
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Let's talk about A1C, because a lot of people have Let's talk about A1C, because a lot of people have heard the term and very few have been told what it actually means for their body. A1C measures your average blood sugar over the past 90 days. It's one of the most useful numbers in your labs, and one of the most under explained. Here's the range breakdown: Healthy Range: 5-5.4% Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4% Diabetes: 6.5% or higher Now here's the part I really want you to sit with: why this number is worth paying attention to. Elevated blood sugar over time is not a quiet, harmless thing. It's slowly abrasive. Sustained high glucose damages blood vessels and nerves, which is why chronically high A1C is linked to: Heart disease and stroke, since high glucose contributes to artery damage Kidney damage, sometimes silent until it's advanced Nerve damage, especially in the hands and feet Vision problems, including retinopathy Slower wound healing and higher infection risk None of this happens overnight. That's exactly why it sneaks up on people. A1C isn't dramatic. It doesn't hurt. It just quietly compounds until it does. As a pharmacist/holistic health coach, this is the conversation I have most often: someone's A1C creeps up for years, nothing feels different day to day, and then suddenly it's not a "someday" problem anymore. #bloidsugar #diabetes #healthylifestyle
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