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Blood Work & Supplementing

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  • 05-07-2018 7:53pm
    #1
    Sweg
    Registered Users Posts: 40 ✭


    Hi,
    I want to get my blood tested, to find out if in deficient in any areas, do I need supplements, etc.

    Would a regular GP do this for me?

    Also, I've been thinking about doing some research into undertaking a keto diet. But who would be best to talk to about this?

    I wouldn't think GP's are experts on the matter of diet, and I don't think a gym instructor would be a subject matter expert either.

    I'm just wondering is there a special type of profession that brings all these things together (blood work, diet, supplementing, etc.), Somebody who would be on the cutting edge of science and health.

    I don't mind paying either, your health is your wealth!

    Cheers!


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    Martina1991
    Registered Users Posts: 2,542 ✭✭✭Martina1991


    Your GP can take blood samples and request tests like iron, vitamins, folic acid, calcium, magnesium etc.

    A dietician may be the best person to talk to about a keto diet. Your GP may be able to refer you to one.


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    mvl
    Registered Users Posts: 1,229 ✭✭✭mvl


    a GP or a nurse can take samples for general tests, yes.

    - then if you'd need more specialized tests (lets say hematology), they would send you to other specialists to get them done in hospital.


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