Uncover the missing link to weight loss with the MLD Weight Management Test kit. Uncover hormonal imbalances impacting your ability to lose weight and stubborn belly fat. Recommended for individuals seeking insights into biomarkers and metabolism.
 
This specialized test is perfect for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their body’s unique metabolic dynamics. Gain valuable insights into how specific biomarkers influence your metabolism and weight.
 
WHAT THIS TEST MEASURES
Cortisol
Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands and is the body’s primary stress hormone.  It enhances your brain’s use of glucose (sugar) and increases the availability of substances that repair tissues.  Its release is increased in response to stress and low blood-glucose levels. It helps regulate metabolism, affects blood pressure, and serves as an anti-inflammatory. Chronically elevated levels of cortisol are an indication a body is stressed which can make healthful eating habits difficult to maintain – the result is often stress-eating which leads to overeating and weight gain.
 
High cortisol levels – high cortisol levels can be caused by many underlying issues such as overactivity or cancer of the pituitary or adrenal glands, chronic stress and medication side effects. Estrogen can also increase cortisol levels in your blood.
Symptoms of high cortisol:
Weight gain around midsection and upper back
Rounding of the face
Acne
Slowed healing
Muscle weakness
Severe fatigue
 
Low cortisol levels – low cortisol levels mean the adrenal glands aren’t making enough cortisol. This could be caused by Addison’s disease which could be caused by cancerous cells, removal of the adrenal glands, certain genetic disorders, and certain antifungal medications.
Symptoms of low cortisol:
Extreme fatigue
Weight loss
Dehydration
Decreased appetite
Low blood pressure
Depression
Irritability
 
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
TSH is made by the thyroid gland and is released into the blood where it is delivered to tissues in the body. It helps the body stay warm, use energy, and keeps the brain, heart, muscles, and other organs working as they should.  High levels of TSH have been associated with a slow metabolism and weight gain. Measuring TSH levels can help determine if you have underactive or overactive thyroid.
 
High TSH levels:  The pituitary gland produces more TSH when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. High levels are an indication that the thyroid gland is not making enough thyroid hormone (primary hypothyroidism)
 
Symptoms of high TSH:
Weight gain
Fatigue
Sensitivity to cold temperatures
Slow heart rate
Depression
Constipation
 
Low TSH levels:  Low TSH levels are an indication that the thyroid is producing too much thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid). Low TSH may result from an abnormality in the pituitary gland. This abnormality prevents it from making enough TSH to stimulate the thyroid.
Symptoms of low TSH levels:
Rapid heartbeat
Nervousness or irritability
Insomnia
Frequent bowel movements or diarrhea
Weight loss with increased appetite
 
Testosterone
Testosterone is a sex hormone that regulates sex drive, muscle mass, bone mass, fat distribution and the production or both red blood cell and sperm in men (in men).  It helps male features develop over time and it naturally decreases as men age.  The effects of gradually lowering testosterone levels in men are known as late-onset hypogonadism. This condition affects 4 in 10 men by the age of 45.  Women also produce testosterone but in much smaller amounts
 
Low Testosterone: Low testosterone levels is called Testosterone Deficiency (TD) or Low Testosterone (Low-T).  This condition is more common in men who are overweight or diabetic. Testosterone usually decreases with age so older men tend to have lower testosterone.  
 
Symptoms of low testosterone in Men: 
Fatigue
Decreased muscle mass 
Increased fat levels, especially belly fat
Overall weight gain
Low libido or sex drive 
Irritability
Mental fog and memory loss
Depression and low overall drive
 
Symptoms of low testosterone in women: 
Increased body fat
Irritability, depression, anxiety
Loss of bone density
Low libido or sex drive
Vaginal dryness 
Decreased muscle mass
Thinning hair
Memory loss
 
Estradiol
Estradiol is the strongest of the three estrogens in the body and is an important factor in the female reproductive system.  In women, estradiol’s main function is to mature and then maintain the reproductive system.  Estradiol levels cause the maturation and release of the egg as well as the thickening of the uterus lining to allow a fertilized egg to implant.  As women age, levels of this hormone decrease significantly.
 
Symptoms of high estradiol:
Acne
Constipation
Loss of sex drive
Depression
Increased risk of uterine and breast cancer
Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Weight gain
Menstrual problems
 
Symptoms of low estradiol:
Absence of menstrual cycle
Mood swings
Vaginal dryness
Hot flashes
Night sweats
Osteoporosis