Hippocrates Health Institute's Way of Using Food as Medicine. Do You Have An Underactive Thyroid. The thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped gland that sits just below the thyroid cartilage.
It can also tell the body to slow down. Sometimes the thyroid slows down so much that it becomes underactive. This is what is known as hypothyroidism. When this happens, the thyroid gland does not do its job, and the whole body suffers as a result. As common as hypothyroidism is, the detection and treatment of it are getting a second look by doctors. When the gland is sluggish (hypothyroidism), your body will give you some fairly obvious signs. Some common signs include: Edema, or swelling in the legs, arms, or face Abdominal weight gain Cold hands and feet. What Does It Mean When Your Symptoms Persist? You still feel like there is something wrong with your energy levels and basal body temperature? 5 Clues That May Indicate Your Thyroid Is Underactive Doctors are now investigating why thyroid tests may appear normal, but the thyroid itself may still be dysfunctional. 1. 2.
Dr. 3. 4. Stealth Infections - auto immunity & mental health. Invisibly ILL - A Stealth Reality - PREVIEW- Bec Mills. Australian Biologics - Borrelia/Lyme Disease testing. Hair & Mineral Testing. Hair Mineral Analysis Hair Mineral Analysis may provide a readily available record of the body's nutrient, mineral (calcium, copper, zinc, selenium etc) and heavy metals (lead, mercury, aluminium etc) levels and ratios.
Serum mineral levels are measurements of the minerals that are circulating at the moment the sample is taken. Blood serum will maintain its mineral levels at the expense of other organs in the body because of its homeostatic mechanism. Because of this, deficiencies or excesses may be found in the hair first - sometimes months or years before the serum levels become abnormal. A half gram of head or pubic hair is all that is needed or 0.1g of nails. Sample Types: Head hair (from the nape of the neck), pubic hair or two cuttings of finger and toe nails (i.e. cut both sets of nails once then let them grow and cut them again).
Patient preparation: Hair is to be of a natural state: no perms, dyes or anti-dandruff shampoo for 3 months prior to collection. back to top. Benefit. Cell Analysis. Live Blood Analysis This is a microscopic examination of a 'wet prep'.
As in any routine haematological examination of cells, certain changes to cell size or shape give information about the condition or health of the patient. The examination of a wet preparation of blood has no difference to the examination of cells that have been stained and fixed, in that it provides critical information necessary for effective patient review. However, the benefit of the Live blood analysis is that the cells are examined immediately upon blood draw from the patient, and have not been introduced to or altered in any way by chemicals or staining solutions as in a dried/fixed slide preparation.
Patient preparation: Do not eat foods high in fat for 1-2hrs prior to your test. Benefit. Intolerance & Sensitivity Testing. IgG (210+) Foods - The complete laboratory quantitative version of the "Food Detective" screening test Food IgG's are detected by an IgG antibody colorimetric assay and results are measured using a high resolution scanner.
This is a microarray antigen/ antibody test where colour intensity is directly proportional to antibody in the sample. Results are quantitative. Benefit. Microrganisim Testing. (Now available) OAT The Organic Acids Test (OAT) provides an accurate evaluation of intestinal yeast and bacteria.
Abnormally high levels of these microorganisms can cause or worsen behaviour disorders, hyperactivity, movement disorders, fatigue and immune function. Many people with chronic illnesses and neurological disorders often excrete several abnormal organic acids. The cause of these high levels could include: oral antibiotic use, high sugar diets, immune deficiencies, and genetic factors. If abnormalities are detected using the OAT, treatments can include supplements, such as vitamins and antioxidants, or dietary modification. The Microbial Organic Acids Test (MOAT) is ideal for follow-up to the OAT and is often recommended by practitioners looking for a specific abnormality, to monitor certain microbial imbalances, or to assess treatment efficacy. Clinical Benefits Recommendations for treatment. Benefit. Infection Testing. DNA Technology DNA testing uses Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technology to detect certain pathogenic and opportunistic microorganisms present in blood, urine and tissue.
PCR, whether in a single assay or multiple assay (multiplex PCR) has allowed single detection or simultaneous detection and differentiation of multiple species of organisms in which the level of sensitivity and specificity is still unmatched by any other laboratory procedures. Pathogenic organisms tested: Borrelia speciesMycoplasma species.Mycoplasma fermentansChlamydia species.
Patient Preparation:No antibiotics or antimicrobial herbs (please check this with your prescribing practitioner) to be taken for 4 weeks prior to collection Type of Collection: The micro-organism requested for testing will determine the type of sample required. Specimen Transport Packs: Laboratory Mailers that conform to IATA standards for the safe transport of Biological Specimens are available for intra and interstate patients. Back to top. Benefit. DNA Testing. Benefit. Sanoviv Medical Institute. Types of Conditions. Sanoviv.