Tired of hearing "everything looks normal" when you don't feel normal?
I'm Kelly Shea, FDN-P. I use functional lab testing to uncover hidden imbalances - so you can stop guessing and start healing.
Why Functional Labs?
Everything in your body is connected.
A thyroid problem isn't always a thyroid problem. Hormones are influenced by your gut and liver. Stubborn weight can stem from toxic load and inflammation. We call this metabolic chaos - when one imbalance triggers a chain reaction of symptoms.
Functional labs give us the data to find the root cause - not just compare you to averages of an unhealthy population. We aim for optimal, not "normal."
Who I Am, How I Work, and How I Can Help You
I’m Kelly, a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN-P) Practitioner and Duke Integrative Medicine-trained health coach - though I prefer the term “health detective”. I utilize functional health testing to help you dig deeper into what is going on with your body and provide support and recommended lifestyle changes to help get your body back in balance - where it wants to be.
I spent years dealing with cystic acne, hormone imbalances, hair loss, and insomnia - bouncing between doctors (even naturopathic ones) with only short-term relief. Discovering FDN and functional testing changed everything.
Now I help clients skip the years of frustration I went through. While I do have longer-term programs and memberships available, I also have one-test starter packages as an accessible way to get real answers.
See my services page to get started. If you’re unsure where to start, feel free to reach out via email Kelly.Shea.FDNP@gmail.com or the contact form below with questions or details on your main health goals.
Client Love
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The experience was great! Kelly answered any questions I had and was very helpful throughout. The personalized protocol is great because it's within a good budget and not too many to have to take. I will be doing further testing in the future.
Katrina L.
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Video review was nice. I liked that I had it available to watch several times and take my time understanding the information. Kelly did a great job walking through the lab results. All the recommendations were realistic to follow and not overwhelming.
-Corey
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I desperately wanted to improve my son's life and health. His first round of testing was eye opening. After a few months on the Vykon custom powder, I definitely saw improvements in some behaviors and more so that his body was able to better absorb nutrients. The recent hair mineral re-test was a confirmation and another eye opener that explained why we saw increased emotional ups and downs and sleep issues. Working with you exceeded all of my expectation. Your personal approach, guidance, expertise, and kindness helped me understand the data and trust that we are on the right track to seeing improvements and helping my son get calmer, relaxed, and sleep better.
-JR, in NH
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After only a couple months being on my protocol, I have new hair growth, my afternoon energy levels have increased and my anxiety is almost nonexistent. Learning to listen to what my body needs has been life changing!
-S, in NC
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I loved the video review of my results. You were patient with all my questions and extremely supportive. Being able to go through you to get these tests and not cost an arm and a leg, has been life saving. I truly appreciate all that you have done for me!!
-J.E.
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I can't believe it, but I'm sleeping through the night for the first time in decades!
-M, in NC
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You have been the most thorough and thoughtful out of all of the functional medicine doctors so far (I won't even do you the injustice of comparing you to my allopathic docs).
-J, in GA
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You hit the nail on the head! You are great at what you do.
-W, in SD
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Love all of this information! And I love that I have data and a video reviewing my results and what they could mean. So interesting
-L, in NC
Let’s work together
FAQ
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I specialize in functional lab testing and personalized protocols based on those results. If you know what lab you'd like to run, find it in the services page and you'll find all the information of what is included in that package and be able to purchase when ready.
You can order one test or a bundle of tests together, which includes results interpretation and personalized protocol with limited support. If you are interested in ongoing consults to help keep you on track with your protocol, check under service packages to see current availability.
If you don't see what you're looking for or would like to inquire about personalized consulting packages, send me an email at kelly.shea.fdnp@gmail.com
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I always aim to be transparent with my pricing options! Please see the Services page for current offerings and prices. If you have questions or would like a custom package put together, please reach out!
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No, we cannot accept insurance as that requires a diagnosis code from a medical doctor.
Supplements ordered through Fullscript are eligible to be paid with Health Savings Accounts.
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If you already have an idea of what functional lab you're interested in, you can browse my most popular current packages by clicking here. The most popular starting point is a HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) at-home hair test, for metabolism function, mineral status and heavy metals.
If you have any questions or don’t see what you’re looking for, please reach out via email at Kelly.Shea.FDNP@gmail.com with your particular health concerns for personalized recommendations.
Here's a quick breakdown of some of our most popular labs:
GI Map: This is an excellent test to run if you are experiencing any gut issues: bloating, digestion problems, IBS, etc.
DUTCH test: Recommended for any hormonal and energy imbalances. Looks at detailed hormone metabolism pathways rather than a snapshot of totals, with an optional add-on of cortisol pattern tracking.
HTMA: This is a great starting point if you don't know where to begin. This test has one of the quickest turnarounds, is the lowest cost of all the labs, and can give a great starting point for mineral deficiencies and toxic load. What we learn here can also lead to more personalized recommendations for follow-up tests.
OAT test: looking at organic acids in the urine can provide insight into the functioning of your metabolism and potential imbalances in the body. Some of the markers can indicate abnormalities in gut bacteria and yeasts, neurotransmitters, amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, mitochondrial function and liver metabolites including oxalates. Recommended for people struggling with fatigue or energy imbalances.
MRT test: This is a unique food sensitivity test that looks at hidden inflammation markers in response to common foods and chemical additives. Recommended for people dealing with inflammation or wanting a starting point for an elimination diet. Note: test does not look at food allergens, that is an IgE antigen test.
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contact email for questions and custom package requests: kelly.shea.fdnp@gmail.com