Which type of testing is commonly used in FDN to assess health conditions?

In the practice of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), urinary, salivary, and stool tests are key components for assessing a wide range of health conditions. These tests provide insights into the underlying imbalances within the body that may contribute to various symptoms or health issues.

Urinary tests can help evaluate metabolic and detoxification functions, and can identify markers for conditions such as adrenal fatigue or dysbiosis. Salivary tests are often used to measure hormone levels and assess adrenal health, which play significant roles in stress response and overall wellness. Stool tests are critical for evaluating gut health, as they can identify issues like dysbiosis, pathogenic infections, or malabsorption problems.

These types of testing align with FDN's holistic approach by focusing on the interplay between various body systems and understanding how their dysfunction can lead to health issues, rather than solely addressing symptoms. The other testing methods, such as blood tests, imaging procedures like X-rays and MRIs, or skin prick tests, do provide valuable information in their respective contexts, but they do not encompass the comprehensive, functional approach that FDN emphasizes.