Ep 570: Labs, lifestyle & Lasting Health with Reed Davis

In this episode of the Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause chats with Reed Davis, a double board-certified holistic health practitioner and founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN). Reed shares his personal journey into holistic health, the origins of FDN, and why functional lab testing is a cornerstone for uncovering hidden health issues.

He explains his DRESS protocol—Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress reduction, and Supplementation—as a comprehensive, client-centered framework for health optimization. Reed breaks down the concept of metabolic chaos, how it develops, and why conventional medicine often misses it.

The conversation dives into the critical role of behavioral changes, the supportive power of health coaches, and how AI in health can serve as a tool—without replacing the personalized connection between practitioner and client. Reed leaves listeners with actionable insights on continuity of care and the importance of taking charge of their own health journey.

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Key Takeaways

• Reed Davis is the founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN), a global leader in functional lab testing education.

• Functional lab testing uncovers hidden imbalances and underlying causes missed by conventional medicine.

• The DRESS protocol focuses on:

  • Diet

  • Rest

  • Exercise

  • Stress reduction

  • Supplementation

• Lifestyle medicine is essential for sustainable health results.

• Metabolic chaos describes the complex interplay of multiple health stressors and dysfunctions.

• Behavioral changes are the cornerstone of long-term health success.

• Health coaches provide the accountability and guidance clients need.

• AI in health is a powerful assistant but cannot replace human connection and personalized care.

• Clients must take ownership of their health to see lasting improvements.

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Resources & Links

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