Test Don't Guess - Functional Lab Chats

In this episode, I’m joined by my friend & colleague, Madi Miller, as we take you behind the scenes of the in-person workshop we led in January — a truly incredible experience that left everyone (us included!) on a total high. This wasn’t just any workshop — it was an intensive, done-with-you deep dive into the  business side  of running a successful HTMA practice. We helped practitioners buil...

In this personal season finale of the Test Don't Guess podcast, host Jensen shares her unexpected journey with Lyme disease. Revealing her struggles and the path to diagnosis, she delves into the challenges of understanding and treating this complex condition. Jensen discusses the impact of Lyme on her family and the importance of functional testing in uncovering hidden health issues. Join us as s...

In this episode of the "Test Don't Guess" podcast, Dr. Ashley Beckman shares her extensive experience with Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, and lab testing in identifying and addressing chronic illnesses linked to mold exposure. Ashley dives into the role environmental toxins play and how to mitigate exposure while explaining how a personalized approach can lead to better health outcomes for clients...

In this episode, Amy Campbell , a functional health consultant, and women's wellness expert, shares her experiences and insights into the transformative role of lab tests in her practice. Amy shares a story about a recent client whose testing allowed her to go down a different path than she would have normally thought. Amy also provides essential advice for practitioners on effectively incorporati...

In this episode, Renee Gruwell, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Restorative Wellness Practitioner who specializes in functional lab testing, shares her invaluable insights into the world of functional testing. Renee discusses her unique journey into health advocacy, driven by family challenges, and offers four crucial tips for new practitioners looking to incorporate functional testing into...

In today's episode, we delve into "3 Effective Social Media Marketing Strategies for Functional Lab Practitioners" with our HTMA marketing expert, Madi Miller. We discuss the power of niching down to speak directly to your ideal clients, the importance of showing proof through testimonials and case studies to build trust, and how making it easy for clients to start working with you can enhance you...

In this episode, we’re exploring how one practitioner has bridged the gap between tradition and technology to transform the lives of over 7,000 clients. Our guest, Angel Hill, shares her journey from growing up in a health-conscious household to embracing a career in naturopathy inspired by her father's shift to natural medicine. Delving into the ancient art of iridology, Angel reveals how analyzi...

In this episode, we're exploring lab work for preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum with MaryAnn Marks and Sara Russell. MaryAnn, the brains behind LabSmarts, and Sara, a nutritional therapy practitioner, have teamed up to educate on the nuances of blood work analysis through the perinatal phase of life. Throughout, they shed light on why "normal" blood work values may not be so normal during p...

Tired of generic health programs? Emily Johnson, a Registered Dietitian, introduces Veri, a solution that understands your body and empowers informed health decisions. Learn how continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) track blood glucose trends, seamlessly integrating with the Veri app for holistic health insights. Emily also discusses stress and sleep's impact on health, urging self-awareness and sust...

Join Chloë Ward, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, as she shares her transformative health journey. From battling chronic ear infections to overcoming infertility, Chloë's experience led her to embrace functional medicine and transition into a full-time health coach. Discover how functional labs were pivotal for her health journey and...

Join us in this podcast episode as Lisa Pitel-Killah shares her journey from battling estrogen dominance to founding Vykon, a revolutionary approach to personalized health. Discover how she simplifies complex supplement regimens, crafting custom blends based on Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis. Explore Vykon's inception, meticulous formulation process, and the positive impact on clients' mineral patte...

Join Sam Weakland on her health journey as she shares her struggles with weight gain and dismissed symptoms, leading to a diagnosis of Cushing's disease. Discover her proactive approach to cortisol testing and the validation she found in functional testing. We also learn Sam's biggest lesson in listening to her body and her advice for advocating for oneself in medical settings. Sam is currently en...

The Test Don't Guess podcast will be going on a break until 2023, so don't forget to head over to the Test Don't Guess Facebook Group where we have some exciting things planned for 2023!  It's been such a joy recording these episodes and sharing them with you, and I'm excited to continue it next year with all of you. Until then, be well!  --- Have you joined the party in the Private Test Don't Gue...

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Rubino, author of The Mold Medic. We talk about the importance of lab testing for mold in your home, and lab testing for addressing mold related illnesses.  Michael has helped over 1,000 families heal from toxic mold exposure so far, and this is just the beginning. He's dedicated to helping provide the resources you need to overcome poor air quality and cre...

In today's episode, I chat with Nina-Marie Rueda about her group program for women in the perinatal time that utilizes HTMA as the main lab! Nina-Marie is your perinatal wellness expert. She is a Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, a lactation educator, and trained as a labor and postpartum doula. With her extensive training, Nina-Ma...

This is part 2 of a 4 part series where I'm interviewing practitioners who have successful group programs that also utilize functional labs! In this conversation with Claudia we talk about her group program The Hormone Rescue, which also incorporates HTMA, DUTCH, and GI Map.  -- Claudia Petrilli is a Functional Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition Coach and creator of The Hormone Rescue program. Af...

This is the first episode of a 4 part series where I'm interviewing practitioners who are successfully running a group program that also uses functional labs.  In this conversation with Dan Perry from Vitality Rising, we dive deep into how his program is structured, which labs he is using, and exactly how it all works! This is an episode you won't want to miss :)  --- Have you joined the party in...

In this conversation with Coach Kela, we talk about why she loves using the Dried Urine Hormone Test by Meridian Valley and HTMA with infertility clients. She has a wealth of knowledge, and really found that using labs has transformed her practice! -- Coach Kela is the CEO and program director of The Hormone Puzzle Society, A women’s health hub for fertility, hormones, and pregnancy. After persona...

In this episode, I talk with Helena Jean-Louis about why she uses the GI Map with every client, and how it drastically changed her own health! Helena Jean-Louis’ passion for off-the-beaten-path adventures and love of learning led her to healthcare solutions that revolutionized her life and the lives of her nutrition clients. Her answer to her health problems was education. Her certifications as a...

In this episode, Stacey Koziel shares all about her experience going through Emily Morrow's Functional Blood Chemistry course!  -- Have you joined the party in the Private Test Don't Guess Facebook Community yet?! Jensen can be found @testdontguess Grab this FREE Guide >> The Ultimate Guide to Adding HTMA - All your HTMA questions ANSWERED! Are you HTMA-curious? >> Instant HTMA Profess...

In this episode, Emily Ames and I talk about how you can start transitioning from working with clients 1:1 to offering a course, and still use functional labs to get those bio-individual results with clients! We talk about the different benefits of online courses and the best way to start creating your first one! Emily is a Nutritional Therapist turned Online Course Coach.  Her specialty is suppor...

In this episode, we get to hear about Sarah King's experience starting at IIN, continuing her journey to the NTA, and now moving forward into starting a Master's program in Nutrition and Functional Medicine. We talk all about the different aspects she has incorporated from each one, her goals for the future, and her excitement for starting to add HTMA to her practice! Sarah King is Nutritional The...

In this episode, Sarah Lawley Chernick and I talk about her favorite functional labs to use with PCOS clients, and discuss why she finds a certain salivary hormone test to be her preference over doing the DUTCH to look at hormones! Sarah Lawley Chernick is a functional nutritionist that focuses on helping  people heal from digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, and more. After overcoming...

In this episode, I chat with Alexandra Bucko, NTP about her experience being diagnosed with lupus, and then focusing her practice on working with other chronic and complex cases. She feels that using labs are crucial to really getting to the bottom of what is causing her clients symptoms, and we talk a bit about our shared love for free webinars from the lab companies!  Alexandra Bucko is a nutrit...

In this episode, we chat with Leslie Bumpas about how she uses all kinds of functional labs in her practice to support mature women overcome the hurdles of aging. She is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Master Restorative Wellness Practitioner who feels there should be no fear about aging: no dementia, no frumpy, dumpy, and old. She's been incorporating a unique approach to anti-aging that f...