EP 36: Hormone Testing: Everything You Need to Know

If you’ve been curious about hormone testing and wondering whether data could finally give you real answers, this episode is for you. 

In this episode, Sarah breaks down the DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones), why it can be more revealing than standard bloodwork, and how it helps identify root causes so you can stop trying “a hundred different things” that don’t work. 

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This episode offers clarity and simplification so you can understand what’s happening in your biochemistry, focus on the most pressing issues first, and build a streamlined, sustainable wellness plan. 

You’ll Learn:

— What the DUTCH test is and how it differs from standard serum (blood) hormone testing 

— Which hormones and markers it measures, including estrogen/progesterone balance, estrogen metabolites, methylation, and androgens 

— How the DUTCH assesses stress hormones (including four-point cortisol/cortisone and longer-term mineral corticoids) 

— What it can reveal about thyroid function (free T3 and free T4), melatonin, and organic acids tied to inflammation and B vitamins 

— Who the DUTCH is best for (and who it’s not ideal for) 

— How to take the test at home

If you have been struggling with anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, brain fog and other challenging hormonal issues, this episode will help you make an informed decision about whether it's time to stop trying random supplements, asking "Dr. Google", or scrolling for answers on Instagram, and instead get real scientific data about YOUR body. This will allow you to move forward in an empowered way.   

There's real power in getting scientific data to solve your "hormone mystery". The DUTCH (dried urine test for comprehensive hormones) is a simple take-at-home lab test that gives us huge insights, revealing the root causes of your issues, so that we can stop merely "band-aiding" symptoms, and help you feel better sooner. Because when you are feeling great in your body, you are thriving more in your entire life, sharing your unique gifts with the world, and experiencing more energy, joy, and fun everyday.

Tune in to learn how targeted hormone data can help you stop guessing, prioritize what to address first, and feel your best naturally.

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