National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to refresh your habits—whether you’re going higher-protein, plant-forward, low-carb, gluten-free, or simply “more balanced.” But here’s the truth: your body’s needs are personal, and the best way to make your new eating plan smarter (and safer) is to pair it with lab testing.
At Any Lab Test Now®, you can get these tests directly—no doctor’s order required (a doctor’s order is included).
Start Here: The “New Eating Plan” Baseline
Before you make major changes—or within the first 2–4 weeks—get a baseline so you can track progress and spot potential deficiencies early.
Best Baseline Option: Annual Check-Up Panel
This panel is designed to establish your “baseline,” including blood counts, kidney/liver function, electrolytes, cholesterol numbers (HDL/LDL/triglycerides), and thyroid function values—helpful for monitoring how your health changes over time.
Pair it with your plan if you’re: starting any new eating program, focused on heart health, weight management, or overall wellness.
If You’re Going “Cleaner” or Calorie-Reduced: Check for Common Gaps
Cutting calories or food groups can unintentionally reduce key nutrients—especially iron, B vitamins, and vitamin D.
Best Match: Basic Nutritional Panel
This is a strong “nutrition reset” panel that includes:
- CBC (Complete Blood Count)
- CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel)
- Iron + Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
- Ferritin
- Vitamin B12 + Folate
- Vitamin D + Vitamin C
- Zinc, CoQ10, Homocysteine
Ideal if you’re feeling tired, training more, eating less, or just want to make sure your new plan is actually nourishing you.
If Your Goal Is Weight Loss or Better Energy: Add Blood Sugar Insights
Even “healthy” eating can miss the mark if blood sugar is swinging.
Best Match: Hemoglobin A1c (Diabetes Monitoring)
The A1c test reflects your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months, and can help detect pre-diabetes, diagnose diabetes, or evaluate control.
If You Want a Bundled Option: Diabetes Maintenance Panel
This panel includes CBC and Hemoglobin A1c, plus a diabetic urinalysis to check for albumin/protein (a kidney health marker).
If You’re Focused on Heart Health (or Going Higher-Fat/Keto): Track Lipids
Nutrition changes can move cholesterol markers in different directions—so it’s smart to check.
Best Match: Cholesterol (Lipid) Panel
A lipid panel helps determine if cholesterol or triglycerides are abnormal and can help assess heart disease risk.
If You’re Changing Protein Intake or Using Supplements: Check Organ Function
New supplements and higher-protein diets often make people wonder, “Is this working for me?”
Best Match: Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
The CMP is included in the Basic Nutritional Panel and helps evaluate key markers tied to electrolytes, glucose, and liver/kidney function.
If You Suspect Food Reactions: Consider Sensitivities or Allergy Testing
If your eating plan is driven by bloating, headaches, skin flare-ups, or “mystery” symptoms, testing can help guide next steps.
Any Lab Test Now® locations offer many Food Intolerance & Sensitivities testing options and Allergy Testing options (availability may vary by location).
Simple Testing Strategy
- Pick your goal (energy, weight, heart health, nutrient optimization)
- Test now to establish a baseline
- Retest in ~8–12 weeks (especially for A1c and nutrition markers) to see what’s improving
Ready to Match Your Eating Plan with the Right Labs?
Find a location near you and explore our testing options. Take Control Of Your Health!
