94: “Your Labs Are Normal” (But You Still Feel Awful)? Here’s What They’re Missing with Dr. Carrie Jones

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Carrie Jones—functional hormone expert and lab testing educator—for a powerful conversation every woman needs to hear.

We dig into the real reason so many women are dismissed by their doctors despite feeling exhausted, foggy, bloated, or just “off.” Spoiler: it’s not you—it’s the outdated, surface-level lab work. Together, we expose why “your labs are normal” is often a dangerous misdiagnosis and what deeper testing can reveal about your hormones, metabolism, and risk for breast cancer.

Dr. Carrie Jones is a globally respected leader in functional hormone testing and education. A naturopathic physician and clinical expert in women’s health, Dr. Jones helps both doctors and patients decode complex hormone and metabolic patterns for real answers and lasting healing. Follow Dr. Carrie Jones at @dr.carriejones

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• “Normal” labs don’t mean optimal health
• Conventional testing often misses critical hormone markers
• Vitamin D can be low—even if you live in the sun
• Cholesterol changes during menopause can fuel symptoms
• Statins may raise your risk of diabetes
• Insulin resistance is a major (and often missed) breast cancer risk factor
• The DUTCH test can reveal what your doctor never tested
• Gut health and cortisol rhythm impact your entire body
• Joy, routine, and food choices all matter for longevity

💡 This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever been told “you’re fine” when you know you’re not. Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a woman who needs answers—and a plan.

Episode Timeline:
00:00 Understanding Women's Health and Lab Results
02:59 The Limitations of Conventional Testing
08:55 The Importance of Comprehensive Lab Work
12:07 Vitamin D and Its Role in Health
28:09 Understanding Cholesterol Dynamics
33:04 Metabolic Health and Its Impact on Disease
43:05 Thyroid Health and Its Connection to Metabolism
51:47 The Dutch Test: Comprehensive Hormonal Insights
57:47 The Role of Gut Health in Overall Wellness
01:02:55 Case Studies: The Impact of Functional Testing
01:12:02 Personal Health Journeys and Dietary Choices
01:14:56 Rituals for Hormonal Support and Longevity

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