In Functional Diagnostic Nutrition®, we classify internal stress in the body as H.I.D.D.E.N. stressors which can cause fatigue, auto-immune issues, gastrointestinal issues, weight gain, and many other symptoms. As a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Pracitioner, it is how I work to identify the underlying causes of your symptoms instead of just treating at a surface level.
These H.I.D.D.E.N. systems are the foundation of your body's functions and must be working properly for you to feel great and symptom-free. If you have an issue in one of these systems, it can spread throughout your entire body creating a cascade of stress and inflammatory responses resulting in Metabolic Chaos®. H.I.D.D.E.N. stressors are found in the:
Our body is made to endure times of short-lived stress. The "fight or flight" signal is necessary for our survival. However, if you are under constant triggers of stress, the signals start to take their toll. Cortisol and adrenaline are hormones that get raised in stressful times (among many others). They are very important for your health and are very necessary, yet when they are too high for too long, they start to break down systems. The result is INFLAMMATION and that is when symptoms start to occur.
Do you have a chronic gut infection? Do you have an imbalance of cortisol in your body? Too much estrogen? Is your liver not being supported and functioning well? Do you have poor melatonin production? Are your mitochondria not producing the energy as they should?
These are all questions that we may encounter when we are looking for hidden stressors.
If they are never identified and addressed, you will never find true health or overcome symptoms.
Overcoming health concerns can be challenging, especially when the issue begins with a lack of thorough investigation into your body and how it is functioning. This is why DIAGNOSTIC LAB TESTING is so important. Finding hidden stressors in the body can help you prevent disease. We are working at the root of your body so you can heal and resolve issues from the core outward, to work in a way that supports true "health care." When you restore balance to these key areas of your biology, great health happens! Illness and disease go away!
Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers—regulating everything from mood and energy to metabolism and menstrual cycles. When they’re out of balance, you feel it.
These 3 functional lab tests can offer valuable insight into your hormone health:
Together, they help uncover the why behind hormone-related symptoms—so we can create a plan that brings you back into balance.
Your immune system is your body’s internal defense—designed to recognize what belongs, eliminate threats, and detect imbalances before they become illness.
When it’s under- or overactive, you may experience chronic infections, fatigue, inflammation, or autoimmune symptoms.
These functional lab tests provide a deeper look at your immune health:
Together, these tests help uncover what’s stressing your immune system—so we can strengthen it from the inside out.
Your digestive system is responsible for breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste. When it’s not working properly, you may experience bloating, food sensitivities, fatigue, or nutrient deficiencies—even if you’re eating healthy.
These functional lab tests offer insight into how well your digestive system is functioning:
Together, these tests help uncover why digestion may be impaired—so we can create a targeted plan to restore gut health and improve nutrient absorption.
Your detoxification system works around the clock to clear waste from daily metabolic processes and eliminate toxins from food, water, air, and products. When this system is overwhelmed or sluggish, toxins can build up—impacting energy, hormones, mood, and overall health.
These functional lab tests help assess how well your body is detoxing:
Together, these tests give a clear picture of how well your body is “taking out the trash”—so we can support and optimize your detox pathways.
Your body needs energy to function—both for essential processes like digestion and detoxification, and for daily activities like thinking clearly, exercising, and staying focused. When energy production is disrupted, you may feel tired, foggy, or burned out, even with enough sleep.
These functional lab tests help uncover what may be draining your energy:
Together, these tests offer a comprehensive view of your energy systems—so we can address the root causes of fatigue and help you feel vibrant again.
Your nervous system is your body’s command center—regulating everything from stress response and mood to digestion, sleep, and hormone balance. It constantly shifts between “fight or flight” (sympathetic) and “rest and repair” (parasympathetic) modes. When this balance is disrupted, it can lead to anxiety, burnout, sleep issues, and poor resilience.
These functional lab tests provide insight into nervous system function:
Together, these tests help map how your nervous system is functioning—so we can support better stress resilience, calm, and emotional balance.
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