When it comes to health, it's far better to PREVENT potential diseases and cancers than try to CURE them. And if a symptom does pop up, I'd much rather take a functional medicine approach to fixing it than conventional medicine.

Over the years, my husband and I have made lifestyle, food and habit changes to increase our longevity and quality of life.

One of the best investments we've made is to join Function Health.

It's as easy as this:

Pay $499 per year to have 100+ biomarkers performed through blood work. The lab takes place not once, but TWICE a year so that you have time to make improvements on your health before your next lab.

No need to see a doctor in person but if you have health concerns, you'll be able to take your results and concerns to your own functional medicine doctor for review.

INSIDE THE DASHBOARD

Renee's journey:

I consider myself very healthy for my age - I prefer to avoid hospitals unless necessary. The last time I visited my OB/GYN (and didn't even get to see her - my visits were solely with the nurse), I went in due to several weeks of heavy menstrual bleeding. I was checked for fibroids and my blood draw returned normal results. The nurse gave me 3 choices: a hysterectomy, an IUD or "just deal with it." Thankfully, I chose the third option and then researched healthy living. My cycles returned to normal and I went along my happy way, grateful that I didn't mess with my body in a permanent, and/or unhealthy way... one what would likely lead to negative side effects.

1/3/2025: Blood Lab #1

What I really love about this lab work is that the hormones are tested at the right time. It was Day 3 of my menstrual cycle and they'll test again a week later to compare my hormone levels. If this wasn't timed correctly, my hormones could be compared to an average of any woman's cycle, regardless of which day.

I didn't count, but at least 10 vials of blood were taken. I made sure to follow the instructions precisely (fast at least 8 hours, drink plenty, drink more before the test) Personally, I am not squeamish about blood draws but if I was, I'd ask for a bed to lay on while the blood was drawn.

What excited me the most was that the phlebotomist mentioned that many patients came in via Function Health and she was personally impressed with how many tests they required. And at the price I paid, she mentioned oftentimes, one test alone can cost $300 (and here we have 100 biomarkers, done twice a year, at $499!)

1/4/2025: I logged in and checked and already, 4 results are in, and all are in range. So far, so good!

1/7/2025: I received a text reminder to stop taking supplements between now and my appointment 3 days from now. More biomarker results came in and so far, I'm in range for 17 out of 100+ biomarkers so far. That's like finding out that I've scored an A+ on a test (so far... not all the results are in yet!) Beginning tomorrow, I have to avoid seafood and then I'll need to start fasting 8 hours before I head to the lab. Stay tuned!

Oh, and when I log in, I see this message: "You’re measuring 17 biomarkers. Most change in 3-6 months. With results in hand, you have the power to own that change." I can't wait to see how I score with the rest of the 85+ results. 💃 💪

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Here's my dashboard 4 days in... scroll down to continue with me on my journey...

4 DAYS AFTER THE FIRST LAB TEST...

There are 2 lab visits done within a week of each other.

On the screenshot above, I've had the first lab and am awaiting results, which I can log in and check out at any time.

A clinician will review the results after the second visit's results are in and give me feedback. It's like an audit of where I'm at and what I need to work on.

4-6 months later, I'll visit the lab again to do the blood work, and I'll be able to see my progress.

EACH BIOMARKER

You can click on each biomarker to see what it means, what it measures, how you score, and how to improve it. The example above shows my lead level.

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THE SECOND FOLLOW-UP LAB TEST:

1/10/2025: Time for the second blood test. This time, 9 vials of blood were filled and I learned from the phlebotomist that with the number of tests/vials performed that day, the actual cost would have been over $2000! So this is proving to be VERY affordable.

I did BEFORE and AFTER Instagram Reels to document my journey and then went home a few hours later to check if any results were in. Yes! Within 24 hours, 48 more tests results were showing, with all but 3 in range. I'll be checking in on those out of range but plan to see what the Function Health docs say about it before I start making plans to change my diet/lifestyle.

1/20/2025: Ten days after blood test #2, more results are in.

Watch the video to see where I'm at now.

Almost all of the biomarkers are in and I'm only waiting for the Clinician's Notes to find out specifically what I need to work on.

What I love:

My Biological Age is 10 years younger than my Chronological age!

Most of the biomarkers are in range and a few of the out of range biomarkers are very close to in range.

What I don't like: Not sure why my cholesterol looks so bad but hoping it'll be explained that it's not as bad as it looks :)

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1/31/2025: My full results have been in and so is the clinician's report! Everything was done within 20 days.

Time to dig in and see what I have to work with: (note that my actual age is 53 while my biological age is 42.8, so I'm liking this so far)

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION HEALTH CLINICIAN NOTES

The clinician notes were LONG so I'll just include the areas I need to work on. The 12 "out of range" biomarkers reveal this:

"Glucose levels are slightly elevated at 102 mg/dL, which is above the typical normal reference range of 65-99 mg/dL. This could indicate a need for more precise monitoring of blood sugar levels, especially since you are following a ketogenic and low-carbohydrate diet. Factors such as stress, sleep quality, or even the timing of the test might have contributed to this result."

"Additionally, the cardiovascular panel highlights some concerns with elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, non-high-density lipoprotein (non-HDL) cholesterol, and Apolipoprotein B; these are risk factors for cardiovascular health. The presence of dense small and medium LDL particles further emphasizes the potential risk of atherosclerosis."

"Finally, the White Blood Cell (WBC) count is slightly low at 3.7 thousand/uL, which is a minimal deviation but something to monitor, as it might reflect aspects of immune function that could benefit from further evaluation and monitoring."

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My Function Health Action Plan:

My glucose is only slightly elevated and my white blood cell count is slightly low. To lower my blood sugar level, I'll continue my exercise routine (weight training 3 times a week and cardio twice a week), my Keto diet (to keep a lower carb intake), and keep eating probiotic foods. What I need to improve on for the blood sugar level management is watch my sugar intake (sweets are my downfall!), increase my fiber (sweet potatoes and seeds will help!), eat a variety of 5-7 vegetables daily of various colors, and do what I can to get better quality sleep at night. Because my white blood cell is only slightly low, I'm not too worried about it. But I will prioritize consuming immune-boosting foods and antioxidant-rich vegetables. Because the heart biomarkers are my biggest concern, I'll focus on those the most.

Function Health Recommends I Eat These Top 5 Foods:

herring
mackerel
salmon
tomato
bison

I'm not too excited about the top two, but by hovering over their food suggestions, it reveals why.

We just purchased grass fed free-range beef from a friend and apparently, this has more Omega 3's than salmon. It's easier to make a lifestyle/food change when it's something you love and look forward to!

The top 5 recommended foods to avoid were all oil-related - all of which I don't consume anyway unless I dig into a bag of Doritos. I just need to really be strict about processed foods and I'll be on the way to improving my heart health. Right now, the only oils I use are olive and avocado, but I will add more omega-3's to my diet and supplement regime.

I have the option to re-check in two months but I'll likely work hard on these goals and have the next blood lab work done in 4 months. Function Health will remind me when it's time. Stay tuned!

100+ BIOMARKERS TESTED:

Heart

Cholesterol / HDL Ratio

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HDL Large

LDL Cholesterol

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LDL Particle Number

LDL Peak Size

Lipoprotein (a)

Total Cholesterol

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Apolipoprotein B (Apo B)

HDL Cholesterol

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

LDL Medium

LDL Pattern

LDL Small

Non-HDL Cholesterol

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Triglycerides

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Female Health

Pregnancy (hCG)

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Testosterone, Free (female)

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) (female)

Prolactin (female)

DHEA-Sulfate (female)

Anti-Mullerian Hormone

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin

Testosterone, Total

Luteinizing Hormone (LH) (female)

Estradiol (E2) (female)

Stress & Aging

Cortisol

Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1)

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Biological Age

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DHEA-Sulfate (female)

Kidneys

Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

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Calcium

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Creatinine

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Potassium

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Albumin (Microalbumin) - Urine

BUN / Creatinine Ratio

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Chloride

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Sodium

Pancreas

Lipase

Amylase

Blood

Hematocrit

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)

Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Platelet Count

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

ABO Group and Rhesus (Rh) Factor

Hemoglobin

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)

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Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count

Thyroid

Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)

Thyroxine (T4) Free

Iodine

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Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TgAb)

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

Triiodothyronine (T3) Free

Selenium

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Cancer Detection

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), Free

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), Total

Multi-Cancer Detection Test

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Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) %, Free

Autoimmunity

Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Screen

Celiac Disease (Comprehensive Panel)

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Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Pattern

Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Titer

Rheumatoid Factor

Male Health

DHEA-Sulfate (male)

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) (male)

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), Free

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), Total

Prolactin (male)

Testosterone, Total

Estradiol (E2) (male)

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) %, Free

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)

Testosterone, Free (male)

Liver

Albumin

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Aspartate Transaminase (AST)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Total Bilirubin

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Globulin

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Alanine Transaminase (ALT)

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)

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Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT)

Total Protein

Heavy Metals

Arsenic

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Mercury

Aluminum

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Lead

Electrolytes

Chloride

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Potassium

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Carbon Dioxide

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Calcium

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Magnesium, RBC

Sodium

Urine

Appearance

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Bilirubin

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Color

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Hyaline Casts

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Leukocytes

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Occult Blood

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Protein

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Specific Gravity

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

White Blood Cell (WBC)

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Albumin - Urine (Microalbumin)

Bacteria

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Clarity

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Glucose-Urine

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Ketones

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Nitrite

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Red Blood Cell

Indicates biomarkers that are tested twice per year.

Squamous Epithelial Cells

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Yeast

Immune Regulation

Eosinophils

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Lyme Antibody (IgG)

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Lymphocytes

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Neutrophils

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High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP)

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Basophils

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Lyme Antibody

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Lyme Antibody (IgM)

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Monocytes

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White Blood Cell Count

Metabolic

Leptin

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

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Adiponectin

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Insulin

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Uric Acid

Glucose

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Nutrients

Calcium

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Ferritin

Iodine

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Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

Magnesium

Omega-3: EPA+DPA+DHA

Omega-6: Arachidonic Acid

Omega-6 / Omega-3 Ratio

Selenium

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Zinc

Arachidonic Acid/EPA Ratio

Copper

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Homocysteine

Iron

Iron % Saturation

Methylmalonic Acid (MMA)

Omega-3 Total

Omega-6: Linoleic Acid

Omega-6 Total

Vitamin D

Biological Age

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Renee's journey:

4 DAYS AFTER THE FIRST LAB TEST...

EACH BIOMARKER

THE SECOND FOLLOW-UP LAB TEST:

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION HEALTH CLINICIAN NOTES

My Function Health Action Plan:

Function Health Recommends I Eat These Top 5 Foods:

100+ BIOMARKERS TESTED:

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