Most patients are relieved when their doctor reports that their annual blood work is "normal." Unfortunately, in the context of metabolic health, "normal" often simply means "average," and average is far from optimal. Conventional lab ranges are typically established based on the general population—a population where nearly 88% of adults are metabolically unhealthy. At Promotive Metabolic Health, we believe your goal shouldn't be to land in the middle of a sick population. We look beyond standard reference ranges to uncover the subtle markers that truly dictate your future health trajectory.
Why Your "Normal" Lab Results Aren't Always Healthy
The Illusion of the Average Range
Standard laboratory tests for factors like blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol utilize broad reference intervals. If your numbers fall just inside this range, you’re deemed healthy, even if they've trended upward dramatically over a few years. These ranges reflect the typical, often unhealthy, demographic. Our approach is to target a much tighter, optimal range, well below the disease threshold, as part of our Metabolic Health Restoration strategy.
Markers Hiding in Plain Sight
Metabolic health is holistic, and we focus on subtle indicators often overlooked by general practitioners. For example, your HDL may be "normal," but your Triglycerides-to-HDL ratio could flag serious cardiovascular risk. Similarly, slightly elevated fasting glucose, while not yet "diabetic," can signal profound insulin resistance—the root cause of many chronic conditions we aim to reverse using our Lifestyle Medicine principles.
Metabolic Health is Personal
Because every individual has a unique metabolic profile, a one-size-fits-all lab approach fails. The conventional strategy lacks the precision of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Hendrickson’s science-backed method uses detailed metrics to tailor diet, exercise, and sleep recommendations. We don't just treat numbers; we look at your entire metabolic ecosystem to create a truly personalized plan for long-term vitality, focusing on the changes that work best for your body.
Shifting Focus from Disease to Prevention
By identifying early trends and sub-optimal markers, we shift the focus from merely reacting to diagnosed chronic disease to proactive intervention. Our goal is to empower you to make informed decisions that prevent the need for later, more aggressive medical intervention. We believe true healthcare is about maximizing healthspan, not just managing illness.
Don't settle for "normal" when you can achieve optimal. Promotive Metabolic Health specializes in using deep, personalized data to guide California residents toward peak well-being. If you are ready to uncover your true health potential, schedule a free consultation today and let us build your roadmap to a longer, more active life.