How Testing Can Prevent Future Health Problems

19 May How Testing Can Prevent Future Health Problems

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It’s easy to put off health checks, especially when many of us lead busy lives. But so often, detecting imbalances early means a simple solution that can prevent much more significant challenges further down the line. This is why comprehensive health testing forms a key part of our clinical practice.

We are a team of qualified nutritionists specialising in weight loss, metabolic health and longevity. If you’re looking to overcome your weight challenges, optimise your health, or get to the root of your health issues, we can help. Book your complimentary call with our team today to find out more.

WHO IS FUNCTIONAL HEALTH TESTING FOR?

Functional testing can be especially useful for people who feel like something isn’t right, but keep getting ‘normal’ results from standard tests. Tiredness, dry skin, low mood, ‘IBS’ gut symptoms… the root cause of many common issues can be identified through testing.

Testing is also valuable for anyone who wants to take a proactive approach to managing their health. A comprehensive annual blood test is a good idea, especially for anyone over 40.

Rather than focusing only on basic markers, and looking at whether they fall inside a broad reference range, it can help to run more sophisticated tests. These more advanced screens can uncover issues such as suboptimal nutrient levels, blood sugar disregulation, the effects of chronic stress, or signs of inflammation that may be contributing to symptoms. This makes it easier to move from guesswork to a more targeted plan, which is one reason functional testing is used as a tool for identifying root causes rather than simply managing symptoms.

Functional testing works best when it leads to clear, realistic action. The value is not just in collecting more data, but in using the results to guide changes in diet, sleep, stress management, and supplementation where appropriate.

Here are some examples of issues that blood tests have identified recently in my clients.

VITAMIN D TESTING

In a number of clients, we uncovered low vitamin D levels, which, if left unaddressed, can lead to weakened bones, low mood and compromised immunity. Evidence also suggests that low circulating vitamin D levels are associated with an increased risk of cancer. Fortunately, this is something we can correct easily and effectively through supplementation.

THYROID TESTING 

In another client we uncovered raised thyroid antibodies, a sign that the immune system is attacking the thyroid, which can eventually lead to an underactive thyroid. Hypothyroidism is common and can significantly affect quality of life, causing weight gain, low energy, hair loss and more. Identifying this early means we can support the body to reduce the likelihood of progression.

Is an underactive thyroid the reason you can’t lose weight?

We have a complete thyroid test available here. 

BLOOD SUGAR REGULATION

In other clients, we discovered elevated HbA1c, a sign of poor blood sugar regulation, and an indicator of prediabetes. Type 2 diabetes is often seen as the less serious form of diabetes, but when poorly managed, it can result in complications like sight loss and limb amputation. The good news? Dietary changes alone can often reverse this before it develops into type 2 diabetes.

These are early warning signs from the body that something is out of balance. The sooner we’re aware, the greater our chances of reversing the trend, often with simple changes to nutrition and lifestyle.

WHICH TESTS ARE RIGHT FOR ME?

We work with clients to help them find the right tests for them, and go through the findings with them to create an action plan to overcome any genetic predispositions or deficiencies that are preventing them from achieving their goals. Our 58 biomarker test is £249 and can be purchased with or without the £195 consultation and personalised plan. Contact us to find out more, or check out our full range of available tests here. 

If you’re experiencing symptoms that you’re concerned about, please book an appointment to see your GP right away. 

WORK WITH US 

We regularly use functional testing to support clients in optimising their health and reaching a weight they are happy at. You can use this link to book in for a complimentary call to find out how we can do the same for you. This is an opportunity to talk through your challenges with a member of our team and decide together whether one of our programmes is right for you. Or you can contact us to request a copy of our brochure and we will get back to you soon.

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LINDA ROBINSON

Linda is our Practice Coordinator, helping to keep the clinic running smoothly.

 

Originally from Texas, Linda completed her MBA at SDA Bocconi in Milan. Linda has worked as a Strategy Consultant across multiple industries globally in cities including Kyoto, Paris, Chicago and San Francisco. She developed an interest in nutrition whilst volunteering for an organisation that provides cooking and nutrition education to children and families.

Linda is now settled in London with her husband, two children, and her very bouncy, sociable dog.

JULIE GOUGH


Julie Gough is a BANT registered nutritionist and certified health coach specialising in weight loss and hormonal health. She works with clients to address issues such as PMS, thyroid disorders, weight gain, and menopause symptoms. 


Drawing from her own health journey, Julie provides personalised nutrition advice combined with mindset coaching. She takes a functional medicine ‘root cause’ approach to helping clients overcome their health and weight challenges. 


Julie is passionate about empowering women to take control of their health and regain their energy and wellbeing long term.


To enquire about working with Julie, please contact us.

AILSA HICHENS

 

Ailsa is one of our most experienced practitioners. She specialises in helping clients to lose weight, develop a healthy relationship with food and finally feel comfortable in their skin. Ailsa’s mission is for everyone she works with to enjoy the journey and that working with a nutritionist should not be a punishment, but your access to a new possibility.

 

Ailsa is not only an experienced weight loss nutritionist, she is also a skilled coach. She helps our clients overcome emotional eating, destructive habits and self-sabotaging behaviours that have prevented successful weight loss in the past. Ailsa has spent years in clinic working with clients who have experienced yo-yo dieting and have discovered that long term weight loss is not just about eating less until you can stand it no longer.

 

Working with Ailsa you will be comprehensively supported, not only in improving your nutrition and lifestyle, but also your eating habits and your relationship with food. When you work on all these elements together, the results can be truly astonishing.

 

To enquire about working with Ailsa, please contact us.

Test Nikki is our Practice Manager, managing our team of practitioners and heading up the day-to-day running of the business. Nikki is involved in the strategic development of our practice, coming from a strong business background in town planning. A Florida girl, Nikki relocated to the UK in 2014 with her husband and two children.

NIKKI ANDRIANI

Nikki is our Practice Manager, managing our team and heading up the day-to-day running of our clinic.

 

Coming from a background in town planning, Nikki is involved in the strategic development of our practice, continually ensuring we are delivering the very best service to our clients.


A Florida girl, Nikki relocated to the UK in 2014 where she lives with her husband, two children, and her rescue dog Skyy.

STÉPHANIE ACHAR

Stéphanie is a skilled nutritional therapist and functional medicine practitioner with additional training in eating disorders, disordered eating and obesity. She believes that working towards both physiological and mental health is key in achieving optimum wellbeing.

 

Stéphanie’s personal experience of emotional eating and the ongoing struggle to find the right support led her to combine the science of nutrition with behavioural coaching to motivate and empower her clients. She specialises in helping people who struggle with their weight and their relationship with food. She helps them develop a healthier and more peaceful relationship with food and their bodies.

 

To enquire about working with Stéphanie, please contact us.

INNA WEARN

Inna is passionate about supporting women on their journey to improved health and wellbeing. She believes that the solution to effective weight loss does not lie in ever more restrictive diets, but a more sophisticated approach that optimises health and vitality, as well as promoting effective weight loss.

 

Working with Inna you will benefit from her in-depth knowledge of female health and hormones. She will support you in developing a healthy diet, lifestyle and mindset that ensures you reach your ideal weight and maintain it in the years to come.

 

Inna is passionate about food with a wide repertoire of delicious healthy recipes and meal ideas to ensure your weight loss journey is as enjoyable as possible!

 

To enquire about working with Inna, please contact us.

ANIA MASON

 

Ania is a firm believer that improving your health and losing weight should be a positive, empowering journey, not one centred around deprivation.

 

After being diagnosed with two autoimmune conditions in her twenties, Ania spent several years educating herself on the power of food and nutrition. She put it all into practise and changed her diet and lifestyle, reversing her endometriosis and thyroid disease. After experiencing such a significant improvement in her health, Ania had a big desire to help others. She embarked on a four year journey to study nutrition, graduating from the Institute for Optimum Nutrition with distinction.

 

Ania specialises in autoimmunity and works with clients who have underlying health issues preventing successful weight loss. Her expertise enables her to successfully support our clients with conditions such as hypothyroidsm (underactive thyroid), PCOS and diabetes. 

 

To enquire about working with Ania, please contact us.

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