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Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

Now, more than ever, is the time to support the local restaurants and businesses we love! As a team, we put together a list of our favorite, local restaurants that cater to dietary needs, and serve up delicious and healthy options all year long. As the year progresses, and weather changes, check in with the restaurants on the list to see what their updated dining options are. Note: if you have a serious allergy, or cross contamination is a big concern for you, call the restaurant ahead of time and see if they have special procedures they put in place that can guarantee a safe experience for you.

Pressed Cafe

Location: Newton & Burlington 

Type of dining: Indoor seating/Outdoor seating/Takeout

Style: Family/Casual

Dietary restrictions accommodated: Vegan, Gluten free, Dairy free, Vegetarian, Paleo, Keto 

Harvest

Location: Cambridge (brunch is delicious)

Type of dining: Indoor/Outdoor/Takeout/Delivery

Style: Family/Date Night  

Dietary restrictions accommodated: Gluten free, Dairy free, Keto, Paleo, Vegetarian, Vegan

Alden & Harlow

Location: Harvard Square, Cambridge

Type of dining: Indoor/Pickup/Outdoor

Style: Date Night  

Dietary restrictions accommodated: Vegetarian, Dairy free, Gluten free, Keto, Paleo, Vegan 

Mad Monkfish

Location: Central Square, Cambridge

Type of dining: Indoor/Takeout/Delivery 

Style: Date Night  

Dietary restrictions accommodated: Gluten free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy free

Forage

Location: Cambridge

Type of dining: Indoor seating/Outdoor seating/Takeout

Style: Family/Casual  

Dietary restrictions accommodated: Vegan, Gluten free, Dairy free

 

Don’t have time to go out to eat but still want to eat well? Our Nutrtionist can give you a completely personalized and customized meal plan! Call us at (617) 934-6400 for more information.

Photo was taken by Pressed Cafe in Newton, MA.

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is comprehensive testing for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, helping clinicians accurately diagnose and treat these complex infections. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood, Urine, or Ticks

COST

may have a $200 copay

INSURANCE

Covered by most insurance.

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Galleri® is a multi-cancer early detection test, a blood test that screens for many of the deadliest cancers before they become symptomatic,1,2,3 including those with no recommended screening tests today. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home or in lab.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

$999

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This DNA test analyzes a person’s genetic markers to provide insights into their health and wellness price. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Swab

COST

$299

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is a key tool for assessing the impact of long-term exposure to environmental chemicals. By quantitatively measuring 14 select metabolites, this test helps determine an individual’s toxic burden, offering essential data to guide targeted nutritional and detoxification interventions for improved health outcomes. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$129

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

The Hormone and Urinary Metabolites Assessment Profile (HuMapTM) provides a comprehensive overview of steroid hormones, their metabolites, and the efficiency of the enzymes that metabolize these hormones. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$199

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This is a dried urine test for comprehensive hormones to help providers solve complex patient cases. DUTCH is a group of validated tests that provide a complete evaluation of sex and adrenal hormones, including metabolites. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$300

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This is a comprehensive stool test that relies on quantitative polymerase chain
reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Stool

COST

$399

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This is a comprehensive test that uses blood and urine to evaluate over 125 biomarkers. It provides recommendations for vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, and digestive support. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood and Urine

COST

$179 – $439

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage.

INSTRUCTIONS

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Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Genova’s SIBO Profiles are non-invasive breath tests which capture exhaled hydrogen (H2) and methane (CH4) gases following patient ingestion of a lactulose solution to evaluate bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Breath

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

COST

$85-$225 depending on insurance coverage. 

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At Home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$699

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. Repeat test prices $249

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the genetic profile for multiple health indicators. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood Spot

COST

$319

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This company can test for lyme, babesia, bartonella and additional tick-borne illnesses. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

around $1600 (depends on panel selected)

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. May be reimbursed with PPO plans.
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$310

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates a wide range of environmental toxins that may be leading to harmful health effects.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$199

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins.
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Blood work for blood count, urinalysis and vitamin levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

NOTES

You often have to fast for these tests-please check your providers notes.

COST

Depending on the test, deductible or copay may apply.

INSURANCE

Depends on insurance coverage, deductible or copay may apply.
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Glyphosate (“Round Up”) is a pesticide that is widely used and this test indicates the body’s levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$99 ($69 if performed with mycotoxins or environmental toxins).

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins or GPL Tox.
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates many measures including micronutrients, antioxidants, minerals, detox, overview of gut function, omegas and toxic exposure. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$150 – $329

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the gut function and indicates microbiome balance, overgrowth, infection, inflammation, parasites and digestive efficacy. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Stool

COST

$179-$439 depending on insurance coverage.

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

No probiotics for one week.

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the full menstrual cycle, female hormones, and adrenal profile.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

COST

$160-$329

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

NOTES

Must be off hormones in order to do the testing.
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is specifically for a tick-borne illness called “Bartonella”.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

COST

$260

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of potentially harmful heavy metals stored in the body.  Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

Testing: $79 x2 paid to Doctor’s Data
DMSA: $38 paid to Johnson’s Compounding Pharmacy

INSURANCE

Not covered by Insurance
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test measures saliva cortisol testing throughout the course of one day and informs us where there might be an adrenal imbalance.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Saliva

COST

$80

INSURANCE

No insurance coverage

Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options
Eat Healthy, Eat Local: 5 Great Options

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is designed to look at food sensitivities (IgG immune responses). It is available in both a 99 or 184 panel. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

$129-238

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted