How do FDN practitioners utilize Functional Lab Work?

FDN practitioners utilize Functional Lab Work primarily to interpret test results for personalized interventions. This approach emphasizes understanding an individual's unique biochemistry and physiology through lab testing, allowing practitioners to identify underlying dysfunctions and imbalances that may contribute to health issues. Rather than focusing solely on diagnosing diseases, FDN practitioners look at the full spectrum of test results, not just to label a condition but to gain insight into how to support the body's inherent healing mechanisms.

This personalized approach involves assessing markers related to various systems in the body, such as hormonal balance, gut health, and metabolic processes. With this information, practitioners can develop targeted lifestyle, dietary, and supplementation strategies that cater to the individual's specific needs, thereby promoting optimal health and preventing future issues.

Other options do not align with the core philosophy of FDN practice. Solely diagnosing health issues overlooks the holistic and preventative nature of the approach, while performing surgeries and recommending medications are not common practices associated with FDN, which focuses on natural and functional methods rather than acute medical interventions.