Are Functional Lab Tests Real?! Unpacking The DUTCH & GI Map Tests with Jillian Greaves

How does stress impact your hormone health, and what can you do about it? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle is joined by close friend and colleague, Jillian Greaves, to discuss the intricacies of functional medicine, with a particular focus on functional lab tests like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing.Tune in to hear:What the differences are between conventional and functional lab tests, including the comprehensive insights provided by functional testing [10:41]The controversy around the scientific validation of functional lab tests and their utility in identifying underlying health issues [13:29]Insight into why functional testing is so important to detecting hormone imbalances, and how they can be addressed [26:23]The lifecycle of estrogen in a woman’s body and the significance of estrogen metabolites [28:29]How stress affects hormone production and balance, and the importance of addressing stress in functional medicine [35:05]What to look at on a DUTCH test when interpreting cortisol levels and their implications [41:20]How cortisol is detoxified in the body, and how it’s different from estrogen detoxification [45:46]Combining DUTCH and GI-MAP test results can provide a comprehensive view of a client’s health, particularly in understanding stress and gut health connections [54:41]Watch the full episode on YoutubeThis episode is sponsored by Paleo Valley. Use code QTD to get 15% off your first order. Join the waitlist for our new practitioner program Connect with Jillian:IG: @jilliangreavesrdWebsite: https://jilliangreaves.com/Quiet the Diet Podcast PageFollow the pod on IG Episode Page (with full transcript!)  Work with Michelle: Apply to work with a functional Registered Dietitian at MSN LLCJoin our holistic anxiety programLearn more about the practiceFree Resources: Get started with any of our free guidesSign up for the NewsletterJoin our FREE membership community!Connect with Michelle:Follow Michelle on IG