Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test
Uncover Your Hormonal Balance With Mood, Metabolism & Libido
- Test Type: Saliva & Blood
- 30-Minute Health Coaching Call Included
Mood, libido, and metabolism all depend on your hormones, which is why it's so valuable to look at them together. The Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test gives you the full picture to identify any imbalances directly affecting overall metabolic function. As we age, it's even more important to keep hormones in check in order to manage stress effectively, maintain a healthy weight, and have the energy you need. For anyone working toward a healthy weight, this test takes all key hormones into account: thyroid function, adrenal output, blood sugar, and vitamin D status.
What’s Measured
- Estradiol & Progesterone: The two most important hormones in the female body, individual levels as well as the ratio Pg/E2 - a key indicator of estrogen dominance Estradiol (E2) is the primary form of estrogen created in the ovaries and also in small amounts by the adrenal glands and fat cells.
- Optimal levels in women promote a healthy distribution of fat in the hips, thighs, breasts, and subcutaneously. Excess estrogen, coupled with low progesterone, can lead to unhealthy surplus weight gain in these areas. Sufficient levels of vitamin D, estrogen, and testosterone are important for maintaining bone health in the menopause years. Men generally have much lower levels of estradiol and higher testosterone than women.
- In overweight men, testosterone levels drop and estrogens rise, creating the same problematic weight gain in the hips, thighs, and breasts (gynecomastia). Progesterone (Pg) is the hormone crucial for menstrual cycle regulation and pregnancy maintenance. Progesterone is produced mainly in the ovaries following ovulation each month.
- Low progesterone is common due to high stress when the body will produce more cortisol instead of progesterone, which has an impact on the reproductive system. Adrenals under pressure create imbalances of other hormones, e.g., stealing progesterone away from its reproductive duties to make extra cortisol, or inhibiting thyroid function and metabolism.
- The individual levels of estrogen and progesterone are key, but the ratio is as important to assess. A low ratio occurs when progesterone is low relative to estrogen, commonly known as estrogen dominance. Imbalances in these two hormones can lead to weight gain in the hips and thighs, water retention, and a sluggish metabolism.
- In general, either decreasing estrogen and/or increasing progesterone are appropriate. Testosterone & DHEA: Key sex hormones (androgens) Testosterone (male dominant) and DHEA are key sex hormones that increase lean muscle mass and metabolic rate. Androgens are key factors for hair health. Testosterone can be elevated in women due to stress and/or PCOS. Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a hormone that your body naturally produces in the adrenal gland.
- DHEA helps produce other hormones, including testosterone and estrogen. Natural DHEA levels peak in early adulthood and then slowly fall as you age. Low testosterone and low DHEA can lead to decreased muscle mass with a corresponding increase in body fat, decreased metabolic rate, and excess abdominal weight gain.
- Low levels can also reduce vitality and exercise tolerance. In women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), high testosterone and DHEA are linked to insulin resistance and weight gain, particularly around the middle. Sufficient levels of vitamin D, estrogen, and testosterone are important for maintaining bone health in the menopause years. Cortisol: Produced by the adrenal glands to keep up with our daily stress response
- Adequate cortisol production is essential to function optimally; both chronic over- or underproduction can lead to a wide range of health issues over time. Under stress, excessive cortisol production, particularly in connection with insulin, can promote fat storage in abdominal fat stores. This visceral type of fat is closely associated with insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome. Chronically elevated cortisol is a known risk factor for prediabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Low cortisol can lead to chronic fatigue, low energy, food and sugar cravings, poor exercise tolerance or recovery, and low immune reserves. Vitamin D: Vitamin D is actually a hormone mainly produced when our skin is exposed to sunlight Adequate levels of active vitamin D3 can help support hormone balance. Deficiency can be associated with hyperinsulinemia (excess insulin), increased belly fat, and skin issues like psoriasis and acne. Sufficient levels of vitamin D, estrogen, and testosterone are important for maintaining bone health in the menopause years.
- Vitamin D levels within the optimal ranges have been found to be associated with a decrease of many conditions, including autoimmune diseases and cancer. Thyroid: Comprehensive analysis of all thyroid markers T4, T3, TSH, and TPO antibodies to get a complete picture of thyroid health and function The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland that sits behind and below the Adam's apple.
- A wide range of factors from hormone imbalances to mineral deficiencies and environmental pollutants can interfere with thyroid production, leading to a wide range of health problems. Levels of key thyroid hormones can indicate whether there is a thyroid imbalance. Our bodies produce several thyroid hormones, but two are absolutely essential: thyroxine or T4, the most abundant in the body; and triiodothyronine or T3, the more active of the two.
- The others are also important for optimal health. Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Produced by the pituitary gland, TSH acts on the thyroid gland to stimulate production of the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4). Free T4 - Thyroxine: The predominant hormone produced by the thyroid gland, T4 is converted to its active form, T3, within cells. Total T4 - Thyroxine: Total T4 includes both free T4 and protein-bound T4 and is an indicator of the thyroid gland's ability to synthesize, process, and release T4 into the bloodstream.
- Free T3 - Triiodothyronine: T3 is the active thyroid hormone that regulates the metabolic activity of cells. TPOab - Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies: Thyroid peroxidase is an enzyme involved in thyroid hormone production. The body produces antibodies, including TPOab, that attack the thyroid gland in autoimmune thyroiditis and Hashimoto's. Elevations, even within the high-normal range, can be linked with hypothyroidism, low metabolic rate, and obesity. Hypothyroidism is also linked to elevated cortisol levels that can increase the production of binding proteins that reduce thyroid hormone bioavailability.
- Hemoglobin A1c: Blood sugar regulation Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a measure of red blood cell hemoglobin glycation and reflects the average blood glucose for the previous 3 months. The American Diabetes Association recommends the following HbA1c levels: Normal: 6.5%
Who Is It For
- Adults who want one at-home test that covers sex hormones, cortisol, thyroid, blood sugar, and vitamin D.
- Anyone whose goals include managing stress, maintaining a healthy weight, and keeping steady energy and mood.
- Women and men who want to see their hormone levels and ratios as they age.
- Clients working with an EquiLife health coach or Integrative Health Practitioner who want a baseline and a point to retest from.
- Customers in the United States (except New York and Washington), Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
How To Use
- Purchase & Register: After you check out with your at-home lab, it will arrive promptly at your door. Follow the easy instructions included for registering your test before you send in your sample(s).
- Collect & Return: Each at-home lab comes with detailed instructions for collecting your test sample(s) and returning them to one of our CLIA-certified lab testing facilities.
- Results & Review: Once your samples have been processed, you will receive an invitation through EquiLife's health portal to schedule your one-on-one health coaching call to review your results in depth.
What’s In The Box
- Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test collection kit with step-by-step instructions
- Saliva collection tubes
- Blood spot collection card
- Lancets, alcohol prep pads, and bandages for a simple finger-prick collection
- Registration instructions (QR code) for the EquiLife health portal
- Return packaging for the CLIA-certified laboratory
- A 30-minute one-on-one health coaching call, scheduled after your results arrive
What To Expect
- How will I receive my results? Once you receive your at-home lab test, please follow the instructions provided to register your test. Once your sample(s) are sent to one of our CLIA-certified labs, it will take approximately 3 weeks for your results to be returned, during which time you will receive information on how to schedule your one-on-one health coaching call.
- Do at-home lab tests expire? All at-home lab tests expire 6 months from their purchase date. To ensure you will receive your results, please be sure to send all samples for completed lab tests prior to the 6-month expiration date. Unfortunately, there can be no returns or replacement lab tests sent after the 6-month time frame. Please remember to register your labs prior to sending your sample to the laboratory.
- What if I have additional questions? We have compiled thorough FAQs for our at-home lab tests, which you can browse here: https://faq.equi.life/en-US/articles/lab-kit-faq-14490 For additional questions, you can contact us at support@equi.life.
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- Sex Hormones
- Cortisol
- Thyroid
- Cardio Metabolic
- Vitamin D
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test measure?
It measures 19 markers across five groups: sex hormones (estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA), cortisol, thyroid (TSH, free T4, total T4, free T3, and TPO antibodies), a cardiometabolic marker (hemoglobin A1c), and vitamin D.
How do I collect my sample?
At home, with saliva collection tubes and a simple finger prick. Follow the included instructions for each sample type, and return your samples to our CLIA-certified laboratory in the packaging provided.
How long do results take?
Approximately three weeks after the laboratory receives your samples. Your results are delivered through EquiLife's health portal with an invitation to schedule your 30-minute one-on-one health coaching call.
Is this a diagnostic test?
No. EquiLife labs are functional wellness tests processed at CLIA-certified laboratories. They give you and your health coach information about your current status and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please share your results with your healthcare provider for any medical questions.
Can I use my HSA or FSA?
The Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test is HSA and FSA eligible. Eligibility is determined by your plan administrator, so please check your plan's requirements.
Where can this test be shipped?
Within the United States except New York and Washington, and to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Select your shipping destination at checkout.
