The health of the gut mucosal barrier plays a critical role in overall well-being, influencing everything from nutrient absorption to immune function. The Mucosal Barrier Assessment is a comprehensive diagnostic tool designed to evaluate markers of intestinal permeability and mucosal health, providing valuable insights into the integrity of the gut barrier, immune function, and inflammatory response.

This assessment includes a range of tests that assess various aspects of mucosal barrier function, including Zonulin, Histamine, DAO (Diamine Oxidase), and the DAO:Histamine Ratio. Zonulin is a marker of intestinal permeability, reflecting the tightness of the junctions between intestinal cells. Elevated levels of Zonulin may indicate increased intestinal permeability, commonly referred to as "leaky gut syndrome." Histamine and DAO are markers of immune function and inflammatory response, providing insights into the body's immune system activity and its role in mucosal health.

By measuring these markers, healthcare practitioners can identify disruptions in the gut mucosal barrier and assess the degree of intestinal permeability. This information is crucial for understanding the underlying mechanisms driving gastrointestinal dysfunction and inflammatory conditions. Additionally, it allows for the development of targeted interventions to support gut health, modulate immune function, and reduce inflammation.

Overall, the Mucosal Barrier Assessment is a valuable tool for assessing gut health and identifying areas of concern that may be contributing to digestive issues, autoimmune conditions, and inflammatory disorders. By addressing imbalances in the mucosal barrier and supporting intestinal integrity, individuals can achieve improved gastrointestinal health and overall well-being.

Visit the Fluids IQ Website here, to read more about the Fluids IQ Mucosal Barrier Assessment, also known as the Intestinal Permeability Assessment. 

The Functional Diagnostics Review (FDR) is a cornerstone of our holistic wellness approach, ideally initiated with our Premier Case Review (PCR) to lay the groundwork for your wellness journey.

 

During your PCR, we thoroughly explore your health history and functional timeline, pinpointing instigating factors, antecedents, and lifestyle elements that may influence your symptoms.

 

If diagnostic labs are deemed beneficial for your path to optimal health, we collaborate to select the most suitable laboratory package tailored to your individual needs and priorities.

 

While the PCR is not mandatory for ordering diagnostic labs, it offers valuable insights and recommendations that can optimize your health even without testing. Everyone's journey is unique, and your individual chemistry, medical history, and lifestyle assessments may provide actionable recommendations immediately, circumventing the need for diagnostics. However, if you opt for diagnostics, I'm here to support you throughout the process.

 

 

Specialty and designer tests are available for self-testing but interpreting them without context can be challenging. The FDR process integrates advanced functional lab testing with personalized recommendations and support, helping us identify imbalances and address root causes while drawing important parallels between your symptom history and diagnostics.

 

By combining advanced diagnostics with personalized interpretation and coaching and support in context to your individual history and story. we empower you to take control of your wellness plan armed with real data. Our collaborative approach ensures that recommended diagnostic labs align with your health goals, priorities, and budget.

 

The FDR Process provides interpretive support and personalized recommendations based on diagnostics, guiding you toward achieving your wellness goals and living your best life. It's your ticket to individualized results and recommendations tailored to your specific needs, bridging the gap between your health history and wellness vision.

 

During your PCR, we delve into your comprehensive health history and lifestyle factors, leveraging powerful diagnostics to draw parallels and uncover healing opportunities to inform your wellness goals.

 

 

After your personalized Results and Recommendations Session, you decide if you wish to go it alone or if you want ongoing coaching, support and / or accountability.

When it comes to addressing health complications, the notion of a "one-size-fits-all" solution is not just ineffective, it's potentially counterproductive. Each individual is a unique tapestry of genetics, lifestyle choices, dietary habits, and environmental exposures, making them biochemically distinct. This means that a health approach which yields positive results for one person could prove ineffective, or even detrimental, for another. Functional wellness modalities stand out by embracing this diversity; recognizing that true healthcare must be deeply personalized. By considering an individual's entire well-being, factoring in genetics, diet, lifestyle, and environmental influences, functional wellness crafts solutions tailored to each person's unique needs. This bespoke approach ensures that each individual receives the most effective and appropriate care, underscoring the fact that in the realm of health, there really is no such thing as a universal solution. When I sign a contract with a client, I will work tirelessly by your side until we are able to identify the root cause of your health challenges and develop a sistainable way forward. 

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® health coaches do not diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any

disease or condition. Nothing we share with our clients is intended to substitute for the advice,

treatment or diagnosis of a qualified licensed physician. Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN)

Practitioners may not make any medical diagnoses or claim, nor substitute for your personal

physician’s care. It is the role of a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner to partner with

their clients to provide ongoing support and accountability in an opt-in model of self-care and

should be done under the supervision of a licensed physician.