Hormone & Gut Testing

You just want to know the root of your period symptoms, test your hormones, figure out your gut issues, and determine next steps to take so you can finally feel like yourself again!

You've been struggling with period symptoms that show up like clockwork month after month and on top of all of that are dealing with frustrating gut issues that won't quit.

You want to test your hormones & sort out what is up with your gut...

Except you've been running into some issues:

01: Your doctor won't run a hormone panel

You walked into your appointment with a list of tests you wanted to check and they said "we don't do that", "talk to your OBGYN", or "that's not necessary".

02: Your doctor did testing and told you everything was normal

You're frustrated because you know deep down something MUST be going on, but you got the test and were told "everything is good".

03: You didn't know you had to test your hormones at a specific time in your cycle

You went into the lab on a random day because you didn't know to test at a certain time in your cycle so your results may not reflect what is actually going on.

04: You got your lab results back and only like 2 or 3 things were tested

You really want a deep dive to understand what is out of range and what is causing your period symptoms and gut issues.

Working with Krista has been an enlightening experience when it comes to food! She has helped educate me about my food choices as opposed to just telling me what to do. I had irregular periods and was struggling with low energy levels when I came across Krista and felt called to work with her. After working with Krista, my periods went back to normal within 2 cycles!!! My last 4 cycles have been normal all thanks to the information and guidance that Krista gave me. We used to DUTCH hormone test to first figure out what I needed help with and then she made recommendations according to what I needed. If you want to work with a dietitian who will support you and will use a personalized approach to help empower you to meet your own needs, Krista is the one!!

I am ecstatic that I got to meet Krista and enlist her help with my digestion issues. I have had so many GI issues I had cut out most foods and was still in terrible pain almost daily. Krista listened to my concerns and questions and knew exactly how to help me. We drew labs sent samples and that’s when the magic happened. I went on a 60 day regimen and after about 30-40ish days I felt brave enough to go try all the foods I had cut out and nothing hurt!!! I was beyond thrilled! Krista is so kind and patient really listening to me and explaining every little detail of the lab work this could not have been a better experience and I forever grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you! Forever indebted to you!

I first reached out to Krista because I was suffering from digestive issues, PCOS, a lack of ovulation, and wanting to better my overall health. I had seen her posts on Instagram that were straightforward and actionable - exactly what I was looking for. After working with Krista the last few months, I can confidently say what a transformative experience it has been. My ovulation has returned after 10 months, my bloating is almost nonexistent, and I've developed healthy routines around food and exercise that previously seemed daunting. I also appreciated the testing Krista did to give me personalized recommendations and better understand my own health. I can't say enough wonderful things about this experience. Run, don't walk, if you're considering working with Krista!

As soon as you purchase you will get an email with a link to schedule your initial 20-minute goal setting & test instruction call

This link will get you set up in my client portal called Healthie where you will be able to message me, complete intake forms, upload additional blood work you would like reviewed, and view appointment reminders

I'll send you a welcome message through Healthie with testing instructions to review before our call, request the address where you'd like your tests sent, and add your comprehensive health assessment forms

As soon as you send over your address I'll put in the order for your tests and they typically arrive within a few days

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There is a brief 5 question form to complete before your initial 20-minute call to give me an idea of your health goals and current health concerns

The comprehensive health assessment forms I'll add are a deep dive into your health history through a nutrition and lifestyle lens. This information combined with your testing results guides your personalized action plan. You have plenty of time to complete these - fill them out at least 2 day before your review appointment

One of the intake forms is a 3-day food log, which you can either complete as a written log or download the Healthie app and utilize the meal photo journal feature - just snap a picture and jot down a note of what it is. This guides your nutrition recommendations. I never say scrap everything you're doing and follow this strict plan. Rather we look at your current habits, routines, and food preference to make suggestions for additions or tweaks.

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You'll complete 2 at-home tests: the DUTCH Complete hormone test and GI MAP gut health test

The DUTCH Complete arrives in an envelope. It is a urine test where you will be completing 4-5 urine samples over the course of a day.

You do have to complete the DUTCH test on a specific day of your cycle: 5-7 days after ovulation. We review exactly how to determine this during our instruction call. If your cycle is long, irregular, or you're experiencing ovulation issues don't worry, we'll review exactly how to handle this!

I have all of my clients use LH strips, or ovulation predictor strips, to help determine ovulation day. I'll send over the exact brand you can order from Amazon in your welcome message. Most of my clients will send me a picture of their ovulation strips to confirm if it is a positive and verify testing day.

You'll leave your urine sample strips out to dry completely for 24 hours and once dry you'll put them back in the plastic bag they come in and send these back with the completed requisition form with the provided pre-paid UPS 2-day mailer. Drop off at UPS and let me know once you have so I can make sure the lab receives it!

The GI MAP gut health test arrives in a box. It is a stool test that you can complete any day as soon as it arrives. You'll send back your collected sample with the completed requisition form in the box the kit arrived in and put in the provided pre-paid Fedex mailer. Drop it off at Fedex and let me know once you have so I can make sure the lab receives it!

The turnaround time for each test is 7-10 business days, so your results usually return within 2 weeks. The lab notifies me when your results have returned and I'll reach out to you with appointment times to schedule your 1-hour results review.

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Unlimited coaching support between sessions is NOT included in this package.

You CAN message me for: clarification on testing instructions, questions about appointment scheduling or rescheduling, to send over additional blood work you'd like reviewed, or just to send over questions you'd like to cover during our calls!

Messaging support is also open for 3 days after your review appointment for questions or clarifications on your results or next steps and for 7 days after your final follow-up appointment.

You are able to message me through the Healthie platform with the chat feature on desktop or I recommend downloading the app so you can message me basically like texting.

I respond to all questions within 48 hours Monday - Friday.

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A common question: what exactly is provided in my plan? It's completely individualized to each person! Here are common areas we'll cover:

Nutrition: we'll do a review of you 3-day food log, current routines, health goals, and areas where you need support. Common focus areas include strategies for meals you feel stuck on or tend to skip, meal prep ideas, navigating the grocery store, specific foods to add or swap, ordering out, meal timing and consistency, fueling workouts, snacks, cooking to make everybody in the family happy - really anything you want to discuss!

Exercise: we'll review your current exercise routine, chat about establishing an exercise routine if you're feeling a bit stuck in this area, talk about movement you enjoy and relationship to exercise, and make any adjustments based on your cortisol (stress) hormone levels and pattern.

Stress: we'll look at your adrenal health makers - total cortisol production, cortisol pattern throughout the day, DHEA, DHEA-S - and look at the possible physical impact of stress. We'll explore current and chronic stressors, which can be a combination of mental, physical, and emotional factors and discuss ways to build stress resilience and how you can manage stress.

Sleep: we all know sleep is crucial - not just the amount, but the quality of sleep. We'll explore common sleep issues: racing thoughts before bed, waking up during the night, difficulty falling asleep, waking up way before your alarm and strategies for improving your sleep. We measure melatonin on the DUTCH test and will also assess how your cortisol pattern could be impacting your sleep.

Routines: Our habits are the automatic behaviors we do every day. Routines are a collection of habits that we do during a specific time (or day or part of the month, etc.) These are the parts of your day / week / month to check in with: morning, evening, meals & snacks, movement, tidying your space, time for you, time with others, quieting your mind, hobbies.

Additional labs: sometimes additional blood work may be indicated. Common additional markers may include: complete thyroid panel, iron panel, vitamin D, or blood sugar markers. We'll review how to complete this - either requesting from your physician or depending on your location I can put in an order with Labcorp.

Other providers: health and healing is often an integrative process and different specialities may be helpful additions to your journey. Examples could include pelvic floor therapy, massage, specific doctors, etc.

Navigating doctor appointments: a lot of my clients have had difficult, frustrating, or disappointment experiences with healthcare providers. I'm an integrative dietitian so I help you bridge the conventional medical world and more holistic modalities. Our doctors and physicians have a specific set of tools in their toolkits like the ability to diagnose conditions, imaging testing like MRI or ultrasound, ordering labs, and prescribing medications, which are often a necessary part of our journey. I'll help you with tools for advocating for yourself in the medical setting and finding a provider who is a match for your situation.

Supplements: see below!

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My approach is food first and supplement as indicated. Some supplements may be recommended for more ongoing support, others may be indicated for a specific purpose for short-term support.

I provide specific supplement recommendations and will send over your recommendation via Fullscript, my online supplement dispensary for professional-grade supplements. You'll be able to order directly through Fullscript and receive a 15% discount.

You'll receive the exact products we reviewed during our call with amounts to take, how long to take each one, the order of importance, and a schedule so you know exactly what time of day to take each one.

If you're currently taking any supplements you'll provide this information in your intake forms and we'll do a supplement review during our call to make any adjustments based on your results.

Sometimes you're taking the right thing but in the wrong amount, sometimes you're taking something that isn't actually indicated for your situation, and sometimes the quality of the product could be improved - we'll make sure you're good to go with any supplement questions you have!

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I was initially looking for help with SIBO and my digestion in general. I think I read every word on Krista's website before booking with her. And it all just really resonated with me. I especially love how she connects the physical and mental aspects of your health. In my experience, that is crucial! Through my time with Krista I was able to FINALLY de-bloat after a year of painful bloating. She was the first person to solve this problem for me. She's done more than just de-bloat me, but that was absolutely huge. My digestion is worlds better. I look and feel ten times better. I have some more work to do on my hormones but one thing at a time! Don't give up. You don't have to live in pain and frustration. If you stick with it you'll find someone who can really help. For me, that was Krista. I can never thank Krista enough for what she's done for my digestion. I had been working to find answers for years to no avail. Krista not only found a treatment that worked for me, but she also helped me manage my anxiety about the process. She helped me realize you can't do it all at once and by breaking up my treatment into manageable chunks, I was able to stick with it and get results.

What's included in the package?
The package includes the DUTCH Complete hormone test kit, GI MAP gut health test, step-by-step video testing instructions, video results interpretation, 1-hour results review via Zoom, 1-hour follow-up via Zoom, comprehensive health assessment, personalized nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement plan, and a 15% discount on professional grade supplements.
Is there a specific day I need to complete the tests?
For the DUTCH test yes - ideally 5-7 days after ovulation. We will review exactly when you need to collect your samples on our introductory call. The GI MAP can be completed any day.
Which tests do you use?
I use the DUTCH Complete hormone test and GI MAP gut health test.
I don't live in the US, can I sign up?
This package is only available to those in the US or Canada.
Can I complete the test if I am on hormonal birth control?
If you are on hormonal birth control I do not recommend the hormone test as your contraceptive suppresses your natural hormone production and will not give you an accurate read on your hormone levels. You can complete the GI MAP test. Schedule a free introductory call to discuss what may be the right next steps for you - the link to schedule is below this FAQ!
What about the non-hormonal copper IUD?
Yes, you can complete the DUTCH test if you have the copper IUD. While the copper IUD is a non-hormonal contraceptive, it's still possible to affect your hormones due to the relationship between copper and estrogen in the body.
I just stopped birth control, can I take these tests?
I recommend waiting at least 3 months post-birth control to complete hormone testing. If you just stopped birth control you can still sign up for the package, do the introductory instruction call, and get your test so you're ready to test right at the 3 month mark. I also recommend considering adding on the Heal Your Period Program, which has specific information to help ease your transition off of birth control.
How is this different than a blood test with my doctor?
The DUTCH test includes hormone metabolites, which gives us more information into what I call "your hormone story". We take a look at your hormone levels that would correlate with blood testing and tell us WHAT is out of range, but these metabolites give us more insights about why and how your body is metabolizing your hormones.

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