Our Approach
The Genes 1st Approach
Most practitioners treat the symptom. We start at the source. We read your 3x4 Genetic Panel first. That removes the guesswork and roots every recommendation in your biology.
Your DNA shows how your body handles nutrients, clears toxins, manages inflammation, and produces hormones. That blueprint guides everything we do.
“Your genes are not your destiny — they are your starting point. We identify which genetic switches are in the wrong position, then design the strategy to correct them.”
Advanced Diagnostics
Conditions We Investigate
Root-Cause Approach to Complex Conditions
Gut & Digestive Dysfunction
Bloating, IBS, reflux, and chronic digestive problems rarely have just one cause. We use the GI-MAP and blood tests to find infections, gut imbalances, and enzyme gaps. Then we restore function from the ground up.
- GI-MAP pathogen and microbiome assessment
- Food sensitivity and elimination protocols
- Gut restoration and mucosal healing
- Gut-brain axis evaluation
Fatigue & Energy Collapse
If your labs say “normal” but you can barely get through the afternoon, something is being missed. We look at your adrenal function, cell energy, thyroid output, and genetic processing to find the real bottleneck.
- Adrenal stress and cortisol mapping (DUTCH Plus)
- Mitochondrial and methylation assessment
- Thyroid conversion and T3/T4 ratios
- Nutrient deficiency and absorption testing
Hormones & Thyroid
Weight gain, brain fog, mood swings, and temperature changes often come from hormone imbalances that standard tests miss. We run detailed hormone panels and read them through your genetic profile.
- Complete thyroid panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4, antibodies)
- DUTCH Plus comprehensive hormone and cortisol testing
- Estrogen metabolism and detoxification pathways
- Genetic influence on hormone production and clearance
Autoimmune, Fibromyalgia & Inflammatory Conditions
Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions like Hashimoto’s, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis have root causes. They often start in the gut, with chronic infections, or with genetic patterns that drive inflammation. We investigate those causes — not just the symptoms.
- Fibromyalgia root-cause investigation — gut, adrenal, and inflammatory pathways
- Autoimmune trigger identification
- Joint pain functional medicine — inflammatory marker and genetic assessment
- Gut-immune connection assessment
- Genetic inflammation markers (IL-6, TNF-alpha pathways)
- Anti-inflammatory nutrition and lifestyle protocols
Metabolic Health & Weight
Stubborn weight, blood sugar issues, and cholesterol problems often have genetic roots that standard care ignores. We look at your metabolic genetics and lab data to build a plan that fits your biology.
- Genetic metabolic profiling
- Insulin resistance and blood sugar optimization
- Lipid metabolism and cardiovascular risk assessment
- Personalized nutrition based on genetic response patterns
The 3x4 Genetic Blueprint
The Manual Your Body Should Have Come With
36 metabolic pathways. 11 health domains. One personalized roadmap.
Order Your Kit
A simple at-home cheek swab. Ships directly to you anywhere in ND or MN.
Lab Analysis
Your DNA is processed in a secure, world-class facility. Results in 3–4 weeks.
Interpretation Session
A 1-on-1 session with Dr. Bekkum to translate your genetic data into a personalized lifestyle, nutrition, and supplement plan.
This is not a raw data dump. It's a clinical interpretation by a practitioner who has spent decades connecting the dots.
Sample 3x4 Genetics report — 36 metabolic pathways mapped across 11 health domains
Virtual Care
Functional Medicine Practitioner — Moorhead MN & Anywhere in ND & MN
You don’t need to be in Fargo for root-cause care. Our telehealth visits bring the full depth of functional medicine to you anywhere in North Dakota or Minnesota. Genetic review, lab results, and your personal plan — all delivered online.
Lab kits ship to your door. Visits happen over secure video. Your supplement plan arrives through your private Fullscript account. Telehealth pairs well with in-person rehab when both are needed.
