The Weight Management Profile identifies hormonal imbalances that contribute to obesity, weight gain and difficulty losing or sustaining a healthy weight. Used as a screening tool, it also serves as an early indicator of insulin resistance and risks for metabolic syndrome and diabetes.

The Hormone/Weight Gain Connection

Hormones are key players in regulating weight, metabolism, blood sugar, insulin, and when and where the body stores fat.  Hallmark symptoms of hidden hormone imbalances that may silently sabotage weight loss efforts include:

• Weight gain with belly fat
• Weight gain in the hips & thighs
• Unexplained weight gain
• High BMI
• Loss of lean muscle
• Increased appetite/cravings

The following hormone imbalances are key contributors to weight gain:

• Estrogen dominance
• Androgen deficiency
• Vitamin D3 deficiency
• Thyroid deficiency
• Insulin resistance

Used as a screening tool, the Weight Management Profile allows for early detection of insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.

What Do the Tests Results Reveal?  

• Identify existing hormone imbalances
• Links imbalances to weight related symptoms
• Identify and address vitamin D and thyroid deficiencies
• Potentially prevent type2 diabetes onset
• Facilitate hormone rebalancing for effective weight loss

Overview

Analytes Tested:

Estradiol (E2)
Progesterone (Pg)
Testosterone (T)
DHEA-S (DS)
Diurnal Cortisol (Cx4)
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Vitamin D (D2, D3)
Insulin (In)
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

Practical

Test Type:

Saliva & Bloodspot