In this episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast, Debi Robinson speaks with Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), about the importance of identifying the root causes behind dysfunction and disease instead of simply treating symptoms.

Debi shares how she trained with Reed in 2014 and how functional lab testing changed the way she approaches bone health, hormones, gut health, and overall wellness. Reed explains how he began his career running thousands of bone density tests and hormone tests, eventually recognizing patterns that led him to develop the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition program.

The conversation focuses on the concept of “metabolic chaos,” which occurs when multiple body systems are out of balance at the same time — including hormones, digestion, detoxification, immune function, and stress response. Instead of searching for one single diagnosis, Reed explains that most health issues are caused by multiple underlying factors that interact with each other.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• What functional lab testing is and how it differs from traditional lab testing
• Why finding the root cause of dysfunction is critical for long-term health
• What “metabolic chaos” means and how it affects the body
• The connection between stress, hormones, and bone health
• Why digestion and nutrient absorption are essential for building strong bones
• How gut health impacts inflammation and overall health
• Why many women develop osteoporosis later in life
• The importance of lifestyle factors like diet, rest, exercise, and stress management
• Why Reed says, “Test, don’t guess”
• How functional lab testing can guide personalized health protocols
  
  

Action Steps

1. Start paying attention to stress and how it affects your body.
2. Focus on improving digestion and gut health to support nutrient absorption.
3. Prioritize sleep and rest, as the body regenerates during rest.
4. Incorporate regular movement and strength-building exercises.
5. Consider functional lab testing to understand what is happening inside your body.
6. Remember that symptoms are messages from the body, not random problems.
7. Focus on root causes instead of just treating symptoms.
   
   

Resources & Links

Find Reed at Functional Diagnostic Nutrition: https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com

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