This week on the podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome Jean-Felix Turcotte, an integrated health practitioner with expertise in blood chemistry, genetics, and lab testing. We delve into the essential blood markers everyone should know about and the importance of personalized health assessments for proactive care.

In this episode, you can expect to hear about:
- Essential Blood Markers: The top blood tests, including CBC, CMP, GGT, and thyroid panels, that can provide a comprehensive view of your health.
- Challenges with Lab Work: The difficulties and challenges in accessing comprehensive blood tests.
- Genetic Testing Insights: How genetic mutations like MTHFR impact health and the significance of epigenetics in individualized health plans.
- Proactive Health Strategies: The benefits of understanding blood chemistry and genetics in crafting personalized health foundations and lifestyle changes.

If you're on the path to proactive and preventative health care, this episode is a must-listen. Together, Jean-Felix and I explore the critical role blood work plays in maintaining optimal health and the steps you can take to tailor your health journey. Tune in to learn how to better approach your health with the right knowledge and tools!


Episode Highlight:
"It's not just about getting the blood work done; it's about understanding what those markers mean for your proactive and preventative health measures."
- Jean-Felix Turcotte

Resources:
- Find Jean-Felix on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanfelixturcotte_jft/
- Top 10 blood markers to get tested annually: CBC, CMP, GGT, LDH, Lipid panel, Homocysteine, HSCRP, Ha1c, C-peptide, thyroid panel (TSH, T3, T4, rT3, TPO) , uric acid, Iron (ferritin, TIBC, saturation %, Serum Iron)
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Disclaimer: Vanessa Grutman, IHP does not treat, cure or diagnose disease. This show doesn't offer medical advice. Always verify with your physician before undertaking a new protocol or trying a new product.