What Your Blood Test Results Are Really Telling You
Have you ever looked at your blood test and seen a few markers out of range? It happens often. While minor changes may not be a big deal, you may still have questions. Your primary care provider might say everything looks fine, but you’re left wondering why these numbers are off. We can help you understand what’s going on.
Spoiler alert: We can definitely help! Keep reading to learn more.
Conventional Medicine and Your Health
Most doctors focus on diagnosing diseases. They look for what’s wrong and offer solutions like drugs, surgery, or radiation. But these methods don’t always help you stay healthy. Instead of just treating symptoms, let’s look at the causes of your blood test results.
Cholesterol: It’s Not the Enemy
Cholesterol has a bad reputation, but it’s actually important for your health. It helps produce hormones like cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone. It also supports brain function.
Your blood test shows your cholesterol levels, including HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. These show how much cholesterol your body makes and how well it’s transported.
If your cholesterol is high, don’t worry. There’s usually a reason for it. It could be from stress, thyroid issues, or your arteries needing repair. Before agreeing to a statin, we’ll help you figure out why it’s high. Learn more about our holistic health approach.
TSH: Thyroid Function Matters
TSH is a common thyroid test. But the results can be misleading. If your TSH level is above 2.5, it’s worth checking further. We recommend additional tests to get a complete picture of your thyroid. We specialize in finding the root causes of thyroid issues.
Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
Vitamin D is crucial for your immune system and overall health. But it needs cholesterol, a healthy liver, and kidneys to work properly. Many people think vitamin D is the cure for everything, but it works best with other vitamins like A, E, and K.
The ideal level of vitamin D is between 40-50 ng/mL. Always test before taking a supplement. Find out more about optimizing your vitamin D levels.
Vitamin B12: For Energy and Nerve Health
Vitamin B12 is vital for making red blood cells and keeping your nerves healthy. Your body stores B12 for several years, but some people still have low levels, especially if they don’t eat animal products.
Sometimes, B12 levels can be too high from taking too many supplements. If that happens, we’ll help you adjust your intake. Discover how B12 support can help you feel your best.
Take Control of Your Health
Routine blood tests are important, but they don’t give you the full picture. If you want to understand what’s really going on inside your body, contact our clinic. We’ll help you get the tests you need and explain the results.
Let’s work together to make sure you’re living your healthiest life.