Everything You Need to Know About Organic Acids Test (OAT) with Elizma Lambert: Discussing Candida (Part 1)
Jul 12, 2024
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Elizma Lambert, an expert in functional health tests, discusses the importance of Organic Acids Test (OAT) in holistic health. The podcast explores diagnosing Candida, genetic predispositions, and multi-dimensional health strategies. Topics include sugar cravings, Candida overgrowth symptoms, and the significance of addressing main issues for long-term improvement.
Utilizing Organic Acids Test (OAT) for holistic health diagnostics and treatment strategies in naturopathic medicine.
Importance of understanding yeast and fungal markers in OAT, prioritizing relevant markers in treatment for complex conditions like Candida.
Emphasizing resilience and enhancing overall health markers to address underlying causes, focusing on optimal health parameters over individual symptoms.
Deep dives
Naturopathic Approach to Functional Health Testing
Optimizing health through biochemistry and genetic symptoms is highlighted by an experienced naturopathic practitioner. Emphasizing holistic health, the practitioner focuses on utilizing functional diagnostics and interpreting the Organic Acids Test (OAT) and shares insights on the legitimacy and relevance of certain markers within the test.
Interpreting Yeast and Fungal Markers
The discussion delves into the significance of yeast and fungal markers in the OAT, pointing out the relevance of specific markers and the varying degrees of abnormality seen. The naturopath stresses the importance of understanding the direct and indirect information these markers provide while acknowledging the need to prioritize more relevant markers in treatment.
Symptoms and Indications of Candida Overgrowth
Insight is shared on common symptoms associated with Candida overgrowth, including white tongue coating, sugar cravings, histamine-related symptoms like brain fog and headaches, and behavioral changes in children. The discussion emphasizes the role of science and symptoms in diagnosing Candida over relying solely on test results, underlining the importance of considering individual manifestations.
Resilience and Optimizing Health Indicators
The conversation shifts to building resilience and optimizing health parameters beyond specific conditions like Candida or mold issues. Both speakers highlight the significance of enhancing overall health markers to improve resilience and address underlying causes rather than focusing solely on individual symptoms. The importance of understanding optimal versus normal health markers and continuously learning and adapting in the health journey is underscored.
Enhancing Microbial Diversity and Adaptive Dietary Changes
Exploring the impact of diet on microbial diversity, the discussion touches on surprising revelations regarding diet and its effect on gut health. Acknowledging the evolving understanding of nutrition's role in maintaining microbe diversity, the naturopath emphasizes incorporating diverse food groups for optimal microbial health. The exchange reflects a shift in dietary perspectives based on practical experiences and continued learning.
Learning and Clinical Experience
The collaborative dialogue emphasizes the ongoing learning process through clinical experiences and client interactions. Highlighting the valuable insights gained from direct client feedback and health outcomes, the practitioners stress the importance of adaptive learning and the direct application of knowledge gained from client cases. The exchange underscores the dynamic nature of health practices and the significance of clinical relevance over static research findings.
This is the first episode of a three-part series with Elizma Lambert, where we delve into the world of the Organic Acids Test (OAT) and its crucial role in optimizing health.
In this episode, we get started on our analysis of Organic Acids Test (OAT) and its essential role in naturopathic medicine and precision health.
Elizma Lambert, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience, discusses the legitimacy and applications of functional health tests, especially the OAT test.
First, we specifically look at fungal infections like Candida, and look at how these tests diagnose complex conditions by examining the intricate relationships with symptoms and signals.
We'll explore the benefits of a holistic approach to health, moving beyond quick fixes to address genetic predispositions through multi-dimensional health strategies.
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