Circadian Rhythm and Human Health
by Tim Hyatt, ND
To better understand human behavior and health it’s necessary to acknowledge the importance of biological rhythms in health assessments. Chronobiology (the study of rhythmic influences…
Recovering from Stress After the Holidays
by Debbie Rice, ND, MPH
The holidays are joyous, and they may also be filled with stressful events: family get-togethers, cooking for large groups, company parties, travel, and the societal…
Metabolic Flexibility and Female Hormones
by Hilary Miller, ND
In recent years, a new concept has been sweeping the world of diet and nutrition—metabolic flexibility, or the ability for the body to use different…
Building the Most Comprehensive Hormone Test: Ten Years of DUTCH
by Sydney Sprouse
This year, Precision Analytical celebrates 10 years of hormone testing In those 10 years we’ve had many opportunities to learn and grow. We’re honored to…
Responding to Claims in a Recent Review of the DUTCH Test
by Mark Newman, MS
A recent review of the DUTCH Test by Abby Langer (a registered dietician in Canada) has come to the attention of many of our longtime…
Adrenal Fatigue is all in your head (sort of)
by Mark Newman, MS
This is an important topic as our collective understanding continues to evolve. Since the term “Adrenal Fatigue” was coined in the late 1990s it has…
Why does DUTCH include cortisone and not just cortisol?
by Mark Newman, MS
DUTCH testing includes free cortisol throughout the day (just like saliva testing). This is a unique feature of our DUTCH testing model. Unlike saliva testing,…
Common Medications May Cause Adrenal Insufficiency
by Mark Newman, MS
Everyone knows that taking corticosteroids like Prednisone can be suppressive to the adrenal glands – this is why they are usually dosed in a tapering…
