Lunch&Learn 2 – Why We Test Hormones with Saliva w/ Detective Ev & Lucy

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Test Hormones with Saliva: Summary

In Test Hormones with Saliva, co-hosts Detective Ev and Lucy McKellar dive into the second session of their Lunch&Learn series, focusing on why saliva is preferred for hormone testing in FDN practice. The episode starts with Detective Ev reviewing the subject of HPA axis dysfunction, contrasting it with the commonly referenced term ‘adrenal fatigue’. Lucy explains the four stages of HPA axis dysfunction: optimal (homeostasis), acute, compensatory, and exhaustive, emphasizing the importance of achieving homeostasis. 

The discussion shifts to the importance of testing hormones using saliva, highlighting its accuracy in measuring bioavailable hormone levels. Saliva tests, Evan and Lucy argue, better reflect free, active hormone levels and offer practical benefits – cost effectiveness, convenience, less stressful collection. The hosts also touch on how saliva testing allows for a more comprehensive understanding of an individual’s diurnal cortisol rhythm, essential for assessing their circadian rhythm and providing insights into their overall health

Lucy elaborates on the scientific backing for saliva testing, discussing its evolution from being seen as unreliable to now being considered a gold standard in hormone testing. She emphasizes the role of saliva testing in accurately assessing circadian rhythm and cortisol levels throughout the day, which is critical for understanding a patient’s stress response and energy fluctuations. The ease and non-invasiveness of saliva collection compared to blood draws are also mentioned as key advantages.

Detective Ev and Lucy share their personal and clinical experiences with HPA axis dysfunction and how saliva testing has been instrumental in diagnosing and managing patients’ conditions. The episode closes with a teaser for the next topic, metabolic chaos, promising to delve into how this concept serves as a unifying diagnosis for various chronic conditions.

Test Hormones with Saliva: Topics

00:00 Welcome to Lunch&Learn Episode 2: Updates and Scheduling

01:30 Reviewing the Concept of HPA Axis Dysfunction

02:13 Understanding HPA Axis Dysfunction vs. Adrenal Fatigue

07:06 The Importance of Saliva Testing in FDN Practices

07:47 Clinical Correlation and the Significance of Active Hormone Levels

10:48 Exploring Circadian Rhythms and Cortisol Testing

16:15 Personal Experiences and Client Observations

17:30 Exploring the Science Behind Saliva Testing

18:35 The Marketing vs. Product Quality Debate in Functional Medicine

21:18 Real-World Insights: A Personal Testimonial on Saliva Testing

24:55 Understanding Bio-Individuality Through Personal Experiences

30:29 Preview – Next Lunch&Learn: Metabolic Chaos

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