Should I stop an estrogen detox supplement before my DUTCH test?
Should I Stop Supplements Before a DUTCH Test?
Melissa has been diligently taking a supplement for estrogen dominance for about a year, which has significantly helped alleviate her PMDD symptoms and gallbladder discomfort.
As someone who has experienced PMDD, the relief these supplements have brought her is invaluable.
Melissa's question is a common one: "Do I need to stop taking this supplement before doing my DUTCH test for hormones?" She is concerned that continuing to take it might skew the results of the lab test for hormones.
Functional Lab Testing for Hormones
When you're invested in functional medicine and planning to take a hormone lab test, it's understandable to worry about altering your treatment routine.
From my perspective, Melissa is doing everything right by considering how to ensure her hormone test results are accurate.
This consideration is crucial when your goal is to use the test to guide future treatments and ultimately reduce or eliminate certain supplements.
Evaluating the Impact on Estrogen Levels
Melissa's supplements include I-3-C, DIM, and Calcium D-Glucarate. These are known to aid in detoxing estrogen from the body. If taken consistently, they likely lower estrogen levels, affecting your DUTCH test hormones.
But what about when you're on a sustaining supplement? What does the hormone profile look like then?
There might be room for improvement, such as enhancing phase two conversion of estrogen in the liver.
When the DUTCH test results are reviewed, potential changes to the regimen can be made to fine-tune hormone health.
Making Informed Choices with Functional Medicine
To make the most of your hormone lab test, staying on your regimen might reveal how much your supplements have improved your hormone balance. It also gives us an opportunity to reflect on what more might need to be done if your hormone test indicates that certain areas like methylation or detoxification processes need support.
Discuss your findings, like previous GI map results or saliva testing, during group coaching calls.
Sharing files can offer invaluable insights during these discussions, helping us track changes and make informed decisions about your health.
Wrapping Up
I encourage everyone dealing with PMDD symptoms or considering hormone tests to weigh the benefits and the concerns.
With Melissa, we've explored promising pathways in treating PMDD naturally with supplements.
Whether you're thinking about staying on your current dose or curious about trying PMDD treatments with functional medicine, remember: data is always valuable and will aid you in your health journey.
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