Functional Lab Testing: Do's & Don'ts | Ep 305

Functional Lab Testing: Do's & Don'ts | Ep 305

Author: Erin Holt March 26, 2024 Duration: 38:05

This episode is a sneak peek into one of Erin’s Q&A’s within the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy. Erin answers commonly asked questions from providers regarding when and how to utilize functional labs, how to leverage your intake form for the best success, the pitfalls of the industry and the reality of imposter syndrome. Although this episode may seem like it’s geared towards practitioners, this is an insightful resource to use as guidance when looking for a provider.

Registration for the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy Spring cohort is now open and there are limited spots available. 

Timestamps

(11:33) When it’s a good time to start utilizing functional labs in your practice

(14:18) Why functional medicine can have a bad reputation

(19:17) Leveling up your intake form to best meet the needs of your client

(24:59) How functional lab testing tends to be overdone

(28:54) Impostor Syndrome & how to build your confidence with lab testing

(32:40) The importance of layering in one lab test at a time

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Erin Holt’s The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast digs into the connections between what we eat, how our bodies function, and how we think and feel. This isn't about rigid diets or quick fixes. Instead, Erin, a functional nutritionist, facilitates honest conversations that often challenge conventional health narratives. You’ll hear deep dives into current nutrition topics, where she breaks down the science and practical application in an accessible way. The podcast also features interviews with pioneers and experts across the functional medicine and holistic wellness fields, offering a range of perspectives on achieving vitality. The tone is grounded, eye-opening, and intentionally funky-it’s a deliberate and refreshing twist on mainstream health information. Listening provides a sense of empowerment, moving beyond fear-based advice to a more nuanced understanding of personal health. Each episode is designed to inform and equip you with a different lens on wellness, blending holistic health, real food principles, and mind-body awareness. Tune in for a podcast that values depth, curiosity, and a functional approach to nutrition that actually makes sense for everyday life.
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