Sunday Sessions Vol. 2 | Hormonal Chaos at 35: Finding the Root Cause with Functional Testing

In this episode of Sunday Sessions with Moni, I’m walking you through what my functional lab tests revealed—from blood work to GI-MAP stool testing—and how I’m rebuilding my energy, mood, and hormone health after a season of overtraining and burnout.

I’ll share:

• My annual lab work habits (and how I use functional ranges, not just "normal" ones)
• What my GI-MAP test showed (parasites, immune dysfunction, digestion issues)
• My real-life protocol: nutrition, supplements, lifestyle & mindset shifts
• How I'm tracking my cycle, energy, and recovery progress

This isn't a tutorial—I'm just bringing you along for the ride as I figure it out myself. Whether you’re dealing with unexplained fatigue, short cycles, or gut symptoms, I hope this helps you feel less alone—and gives you a few questions to bring to your own care team.

💡 Want to explore functional testing through Marea? Learn more here: https://mareawellness.com/pages/root-cause-hormone-test

Drop your questions below or DM me on Instagram @monicagrohne—I’d love to hear your story or help you find resources.

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🎧 Mentioned in this episode:

• Anna Brown, Functional RD 
• Joi and Blokes