As herbalists and nutritionists, navigating conventional lab results can feel like walking a fine line. We want to understand and work with the information that's available from labs while staying within our scope of practice.

This week, I explain how herbalists can responsibly discuss conventional labs with clients. We'll go over my thoughts on what’s useful, how to stay within scope, and when to recommend primary care or direct-to-consumer options like GoodLabs.

It's important to consider accurate documentation, financial implications, and practical steps for requesting or reviewing labs without interpreting results as a medical diagnosis if you decide to work with labs in your practice.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to request and review standard lab work while strictly staying in your scope of practice.

• Practical steps for accurate, responsible charting and documentation.

• How to navigate the financial impact of lab testing for your clients.

• When and how to utilize direct-to-consumer lab services like GoodLabs.

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