Ancient Health Podcast

327: The HIDDEN Health Crisis: Why Your Labs Lie (And How to Fix It) | Reed Davis


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Did you know that over 60% of Americans are living with at least one chronic disease? Discover how functional lab testing could be the key to unlocking your optimal health in this eye-opening episode of the Ancient Health Podcast.


Join host Courtney Bursich as she interviews Reed Davis, the pioneering founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® and a game-changer in the world of holistic lifestyle medicine. With over two decades of experience and a track record of transforming lives across 50 countries, Reed shares his groundbreaking insights on why conventional medicine might be falling short and how functional lab testing can revolutionize your health journey.


In this power-packed episode, we dive deep into:


  • The HIDDEN approach: Uncover the six crucial markers that could be sabotaging your health
  • Why popping pills might be masking your real health issues (and what to do instead)
  • The shocking truth about TV drug ads and their impact on public health
  • How to become your own health detective and take control of your well-being
  • The mind-body connection: Harnessing the power of positive thinking for faster healing
  • Turning health struggles into purpose: Reed's inspiring journey from environmental paralegal to health revolutionary

  • Whether you're battling chronic health issues, feeling stuck in your wellness journey, or simply curious about optimizing your health, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to gain invaluable insights, practical tips, and the motivation you need to transform your health from the inside out. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most respected voices in functional health – your body will thank you!



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    00:00 Introduction

    00:44 Reed Davis' Background and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Course

    02:03 The Importance of Functional Lab Testing

    03:35 The Difference Between Functional Labs and Conventional Labs

    06:05 The Most Important Functional Labs to Run

    07:32 The HIDDEN Approach to Functional Lab Testing

    10:42 The Difference Between Hormone Tests and Hormone Panels

    11:58 The Importance of Looking at Hormones in Relation to Other Markers

    15:03 The Benefits of Saliva Testing for Hormones

    19:43 Prioritizing Labs and Understanding the Cascade of Dysfunction

    25:56 The Impact of Advertising Prescription Drugs on TV

    37:28 The Alarming Trends in People's Health

    46:11 Importance of Looking at Multiple Labs

    48:06 Taking Responsibility for Your Health

    48:31 The Role of Health Coaches

    49:27 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine

    51:48 Resistance to Change and Overcoming Obstacles

    52:45 The Power of Mindset

    55:27 Finding an Expert in Your Area

    57:33 Turning Pain into Purpose

    58:23 The Importance of Service

    01:00:31 The FDN Program and Resources

    01:02:22 Teaching Functional Lab Work

    01:03:17 The Power of Gratitude


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