My guest this week is Suzanne F. Turner, MD.
Did you know we can actually learn a lot from the many standard labs conventional practitioners run once we tweak the ranges and look at the whole picture? Dr. Suzanne is the perfect doctor to discuss conventional and functional testing options. So in this episode, we take a very comprehensive approach to discussing blood work; everything your primary care physician should be routinely testing you for, along with additional tests to request should you need further analysis. We touch on all the foundational tests, starting with cholesterol/lipids panel, blood sugar, inflammation markers, liver health, CBC, CMP, and thyroid. And then go more in depth with tests for aging, genetics, micronutrients, disease markers, and more. With the recommended lists of tests, Dr. Turner also gives us the ideal lab ranges to be in. We also talk about our favorite topics of epigenetics and peptides–for weight loss, gut health, and many other ways Dr. Turner uses various peptides (she’s quite the expert in peptides and regenerative medicine!). This 90 min conversation is jam packed with information, so make sure to have a pen ready and save it for future reference for when you need a refresher before your next doctor’s visit!
GUEST BIO:
Dr. Susanne Turner is a physician, teacher, speaker, urban farmer, salsero powerlifter, wife, mom, and practicing human performance and longevity medicine in Atlanta, GA. She is a recognized expert in the field of cellular medicine and the use of peptides and hormones. She has served on the faculty of Emory University, A4M, SSRP, ACAM and BioTE, and has been a featured guest on shows like Superhuman Radio Network, Health Matters, Jay Campbell, and the Biohacking SuperHuman Performance.
Learn more about Dr. Turner at https://vinemedical.com/
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EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:
[05:40] Let’s talk about ideal lab ranges…
[08:55] What tests are best for thyroid?..
[12:30] Is gluten bad for thyroid?..
[18:30] Thyroid tests that we need…
[22:08] Important tests you can get from any lab…
[27:30] New weight loss peptides for blood sugar regulation…
[33:33] The two markers of aging and disease…
[40:41] Cholesterol, is LDL the enemy?..
[52:42] Is LDL a sign of inflammation?..
[56:50] What is adiponectin and why do we love it?..
[01:02:00] What does Nat use for genetic testing?..
[01:08:15] Epigenetic testing to test your cellular age…
[01:16:25] Peptides for gut health…
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