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TEST FOR DIM?

mopar
mopar CSN Member Posts: 1,972 Member
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Some time ago when we were discussing different homeopathic/nutritional supplements we all take, someone mentioned that there is a recommended blood test to take before you start taking DIM, which is anti-estrogen. If someone recalls what this was, or if you're the person who posted the info, can you post it again?

Thanks so much! (((HUGS))) to all of you!

Monika
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  • carolenk
    carolenk CSN Member Posts: 905 Member
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    Testing for estrogen metabolites
    Monika

    It was Tethys41 who posted that you should check the estrogen metabolite (2:16) ratio before taking DIM. That test is usually not done by regular medical doctors. You would have to find a naturopath or an intgrative/ alternative doctor to run the test.

    I think one of the labs that does the test is Metametrics & I don't think insurance covers it.

    I think you are probably OK just to eat the foods that have DIM (cruciferous veggies).

    Carolen
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  • mopar
    mopar CSN Member Posts: 1,972 Member
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    carolenk said:

    Testing for estrogen metabolites
    Monika

    It was Tethys41 who posted that you should check the estrogen metabolite (2:16) ratio before taking DIM. That test is usually not done by regular medical doctors. You would have to find a naturopath or an intgrative/ alternative doctor to run the test.

    I think one of the labs that does the test is Metametrics & I don't think insurance covers it.

    I think you are probably OK just to eat the foods that have DIM (cruciferous veggies).

    Carolen

    CAROLEN
    Thanks for the info! I tried doing a 'search' on the discussin board and didn't come up with anything.
    Thanks again for your help!
    Monika
    :)
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    mopar said:

    CAROLEN
    Thanks for the info! I tried doing a 'search' on the discussin board and didn't come up with anything.
    Thanks again for your help!
    Monika
    :)

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