FUNCTIONAL TESTING
See how your body is really functioning
Doing all the right things and still not feeling your best? Functional testing replaces guesswork with clarity — giving us a real picture of what's happening inside, so we can work on the root causes rather than chasing symptoms.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF INSIGHT
Beyond conventional pathology
Standard tests are designed to tell us whether or not someone has a disease. Functional testing asks a different question — how well are your body systems actually working?
That subtle shift matters. By looking at function rather than just diagnosis, we can pick up imbalances early, understand the why behind how you're feeling, and build nutrition and lifestyle plans that are genuinely tailored to you.
Every test we use is processed by recognised, professional UK-accredited laboratories, so the results are trustworthy and something we can act on together.
WHY I TEST
These labs go beyond conventional pathology — they don't just tell us whether something is wrong, they show how your body is working. That's what helps us spot imbalances early and create plans that really make a difference.
Trusted testing partners
I partner with a carefully chosen selection of specialist laboratories, so the right test can be matched to your individual picture. Here's what each one brings.
Genova Diagnostics
What they offer
Comprehensive stool testing, nutrient and metabolic panels, plus SIBO, detoxification, and stress assessments.
How does it support your plan
These tests can help pinpoint root-cause imbalances across digestion, nutrient status, and metabolism — giving us a clear map for your personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan.
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Regenerus Labs
What they offer
Nutrient and toxic element analysis using blood or hair samples.
How does it support your plan
By revealing mineral imbalances and overall toxic load, these results help us fine-tune supplementation and shape gentle, supportive detoxification strategies.
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Lifecode Gx
What they offer
Genetic testing (nutrigenomics) that explores how your body processes nutrients, hormones, detoxification, and stress.
How does it support your plan
Understanding your genetic blueprint can help explain why you may respond differently to certain foods or supplements — and supports smarter, long-term strategies built around how you work.
THE LABS I WORK WITH
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Mineral Check
What they offer
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), looking at essential minerals alongside heavy metals.
How does it support your plan
HTMA offers a window into your longer-term mineral status and any chronic toxic exposures that may be affecting metabolism, hormones, and energy.
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FunctionalDX
What they offer
Functional blood chemistry using functional reference ranges across metabolism, hormones, nutrients, and inflammation.
How does it support your plan
Because it uses tighter, function-focused ranges, this testing may flag subtle imbalances before they show up on standard labs — guiding targeted interventions and tracking your progress over time.
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CNS Lab
What they offer
Food sensitivity testing panels and comprehensive gut testing.
How does it support your plan
If bloating, fatigue, or unpredictable digestion are part of your story, these panels can help uncover the triggers — so we can make confident, targeted changes to your diet.
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Not sure which test is right for you?
Let's talk it through. In a relaxed, no-pressure call we'll look at what's going on for you and decide together whether testing could help — and which option makes the most sense.
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NOT SURE WHERE TO START
Please note: Functional testing does not diagnose disease. Instead, it provides insight into how your body systems may be functioning, helping to establish a clearer baseline and inform a personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan. It is designed to complement, not replace, the care provided by your GP or medical team.