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Nutrition & Functional Testing
In Hamden, CT
Precision‑Based Support for Energy,
Digestion, Hormones, and
Whole‑Body Wellness
Clinical Nutrition & Functional Testing
What It Is
Nutrition should not be guesswork. With a Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dr. Eileen Denny uses Designs for Health (DFH) functional testing to identify what your body needs — and what it doesn’t. Results guide a short, targeted plan instead of trial‑and‑error supplements.
What Nutrition & Functional Testing Can Address
Your visit focuses on clarity and efficiency:
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Symptom + history review to determine whether testing is appropriate.
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At‑home testing for most DFH panels, with simple instructions.
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Results review that explains what matters and what doesn’t.
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A focused plan — usually 1 to 3 DFH products — based directly on your data.
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Follow‑up to track progress and adjust as needed.
Your First Visit
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Consultation: We review symptoms, history, medications, and goals.
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Testing: If appropriate, DFH tests are completed at home.
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Results: You receive a clear, plain‑language explanation of findings.
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Plan: A targeted supplement and lifestyle strategy based on your results.
Functional Testing
Fatigue, bloating, poor sleep, and slow recovery can have many causes. Guessing at supplements is expensive and slow. Functional testing provides measurable information about:
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Nutrient status
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Hormones and stress response
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Gut health
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Absorption patterns
DFH testing is used because it delivers clinically useful data without unnecessary panels. Not everyone needs testing — part of your first visit is deciding whether it will meaningfully change your plan.
Food & Recovery
Nutrition supports healing, pregnancy, and athletic recovery. Guidance is simple, whole‑food‑focused, and tailored to your goals. When supplements make sense, Dr. Denny uses practitioner‑grade products from Designs for Health and Fullscript, which ships directly to your home.
Techniques: DFH Functional Testing Options
Micronutrient Testing
Evaluates vitamin/mineral status, antioxidant levels, and absorption patterns. Useful for: fatigue, hair/skin changes, immune concerns.
Genomic Testing
Assesses genetic patterns related to methylation, detoxification, inflammation, neurotransmitters, and nutrient use.
Hormone & Adrenal Testing
Measures cortisol rhythm, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and stress‑response patterns. Often used for: perimenopause, menopause, sleep disruption.
GI & Digestive Testing
Evaluates gut bacteria, yeast, enzyme function, and inflammation markers. Useful for: bloating, irregular digestion, food reactions.
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