09/03/2025
The kids are back in school, and I finally carved out a little time just for me! 🎉 I recently had my labs done through Transcend, and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised with the whole experience.
As I’ve mentioned before, I expected my LDL to rise with a carnivore diet, and yes, my levels are a bit higher than last year (though not crazy high). But guess what? The doctors at Transcend weren’t the least bit concerned. Not even a whisper about statins! 🙌 My HDL (the “good” cholesterol that helps clean out plaque) is actually higher, which is a win in my book.
I learned more in a single 30 minute phone call about my labs than I have in years with a traditional in house doctor. For example, my MCHC was a little low (hadn’t even heard of that before), but that’s an easy B12 fix.
Here’s how it worked:
✨ First, I met with an advisor who went through my labs in detail, suggested some peptides/medications, and explained everything clearly, with zero pressure to buy a thing.
✨ Then, a few days later, I had a virtual visit with a nurse practitioner who gave me all the time I needed. I asked a bunch of questions and never once felt rushed.
Peptides do sound amazing (and I’ve seen good results), but wow… they come with a hefty price tag. 💸 A 4-month supply was over a grand, so I’ll wait until there’s more long term data before hopping on that train.
👉 And here’s something worth noting: if you’re interested in hormone medications that most in house doctors shy away from prescribing, Transcend is the place to get them. They actually listen and help find what works for you.
The best part? Everything is done online and shipped straight to your door. The only “inconvenience” was traveling to Louisville for labs, but I just turned it into a shopping day. 🛍️
Overall, I’m really happy with this company and the whole process. I’ll recheck labs in 4 months and, if things look good, I can switch to a yearly blood panel.
If you’ve ever been frustrated with rushed doctor visits or closed doors on certain treatments, I can’t recommend trying an online service like this enough. So simple, so easy, and actually informative. 💡
Let me know if you’re curious, I’m happy to share more!
Oh and if you haven’t gone carnivore yet, I don’t know what you are waiting for!?!? Down 10 pounds and feeling amazing.