
Welcome to DGL Wellness
Advanced Clinical Nutrition & Laboratory Consultant
“I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:14
Understanding your health requires looking at the whole person—not just a single laboratory result or symptom.
I believe that God designed the human body with extraordinary wisdom, precision, and purpose. Every system in the body reflects an intricate and intentional design that continues to inspire both scientific discovery and deep respect for how we are created.
At DGL Wellness, my mission is to honor that design by helping individuals better understand their health through evidence-informed clinical nutrition, laboratory interpretation, and personalized lifestyle guidance.
I view the human body as both beautifully created and biologically complex—requiring thoughtful, individualized attention rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.
If you've been told your laboratory results are "normal" but you still don't feel well, or you've seen multiple healthcare providers without clear answers, you are not alone. Many people experience ongoing concerns that benefit from a deeper review of their health history, nutrition, lifestyle, and laboratory data.
My approach is rooted in careful analysis of patterns in physiology, nutrition status, and lifestyle factors, combined with more than two decades of experience supporting healthcare practitioners in clinical nutrition and laboratory interpretation.
Whether your concerns involve digestive health, metabolic health, nutritional status, general wellness, or understanding complex laboratory information, my goal is to provide education, clarity, and individualized nutritional guidance.
If you're ready for a more thoughtful and personalized approach, I invite you to schedule a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to determine whether DGL Wellness is the right fit for your needs.
Is DGL Wellness Right for You?
DGL Wellness is designed for individuals who want a personalized assessment of their health information and a deeper understanding of how nutrition, nutrients, supplements, and lifestyle may support their individual needs.
DGL Wellness may be a good fit if you:
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Want a comprehensive review of your laboratory results and health history
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Want to better understand patterns in your laboratory data from a nutrition and wellness perspective
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Are interested in identifying nutritional opportunities that may be relevant to your individual health goals
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Want personalized nutrition, nutrient, supplement, and lifestyle recommendations rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol
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Are willing to complete a detailed health and lifestyle assessment
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Have laboratory testing or other health information you'd like help organizing and understanding
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Want an experienced professional to help you connect the dots between your diet, lifestyle, laboratory data, and nutritional needs
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Are willing to work collaboratively with your physician or other healthcare providers when medical evaluation or treatment is appropriate
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Understand that recommendations are individualized and that there are no guaranteed outcomes
DGL Wellness may NOT be the right fit if you:
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Are looking for someone to diagnose a medical condition
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Want treatment or management of a disease
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Are looking for prescription medications or medication changes
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Want to replace your physician or other licensed healthcare provider
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Expect a supplement or nutrition program to cure a disease
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Are looking for emergency or urgent medical advice
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Want someone to simply confirm a diagnosis you've already made yourself
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Are unwilling to consider information that may differ from your expectations
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Are looking for a quick, one-size-fits-all supplement protocol

About Me
John Saman, CNS
Certified Nutrition Specialist | MD-trained (not licensed) | Over two decades in
clinical nutrition, laboratory interpretation, and practitioner education
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist with more than two decades of experience in clinical nutrition, laboratory interpretation, functional medicine education, and practitioner support within the nutraceutical industry. Much of my career has been dedicated to helping healthcare practitioners understand complex laboratory data, nutritional biochemistry, and evidence-informed nutritional and supplement strategies in real-world clinical settings.
Over time, my focus has expanded to helping individuals better understand their own health information. I review laboratory findings, health history, nutrition, lifestyle, medications, supplements, and other relevant factors to identify patterns and nutritional opportunities that may be worth further consideration.
I have extensive experience interpreting conventional and functional laboratory testing and evaluating findings within the broader context of an individual's health history, nutrition, lifestyle, and goals. Rather than applying generalized protocols, I take an individualized approach based on the complete picture.
I primarily work with individuals who have accumulated extensive laboratory data, have questions about their nutritional health, or want a more structured interpretation of their health information. My role is to provide education, clarity, and nutritional insight—not to diagnose or treat medical conditions—so that clients can make more informed decisions in partnership with their healthcare providers.


What To Expect
Your health is highly individual. Our consultation is designed to help you better understand your nutrition, lifestyle, and laboratory information so you can make more informed decisions in partnership with your healthcare providers:
1. Comprehensive Review
We begin by reviewing your health background and any available laboratory testing, including both conventional and functional markers when applicable. The goal is to identify meaningful patterns that may provide additional context for your health concerns.
2. Clinical Nutrition Analysis
Your information is then evaluated through a nutritional and biochemical framework, focusing on patterns related to metabolism, thyroid function, inflammation, digestion, nutrient status, and overall physiological balance.
3. Personalized Interpretation
Rather than applying generalized protocols, I provide a detailed interpretation of your data with clear explanations of what the patterns may suggest from a nutritional and lifestyle perspective.
4. Practical Guidance
You will receive individualized nutritional and lifestyle considerations designed to help you better understand your health and support more informed discussions with your healthcare provider.
5. Summary of Key Insights
This consultation is educational and designed to support informed discussions with your healthcare provider. Things you should obtain from this consultation include:
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Key patterns identified in your data
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Potential nutritional factors relevant to your health concerns"
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Priority areas to focus on moving forward
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My goal is to bring clarity to complex information so you can make more informed, confident decisions about your health.
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DGL Wellness reserves the right to decline or discontinue nutritional consulting services when a client's needs fall outside the scope of nutritional education and consulting or when a client's circumstances require medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or other services that should be provided by an appropriately licensed healthcare professional.
3 Step Process
Personal Nutrition Consultation and Supplement Strategy- The Process:
Schedule your Free 20-minute consult to make sure I am the right nutrition consultant for you.
If we end up moving forward, a secure Portal Set up will be required to complete Steps 1-3 through the portal. I will share the link to my portal set up to complete these steps.
Step 1: Fill out the 2 assessment forms and Food log (click Step1 tab here to download, or provided through the portal), extensive health form and disclaimer forms (provided through the portal).
Step 2: Upload any current and/or previous lab reports that may be relevant (through the portal)
Step 3: I will then review the information myself and get in touch with you about arranging a phone consultation to go over the review of findings (ROF).

Contact Me
Cost of Service:
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Initial Consultation:
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Up to 90 minutes: $675
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Follow up consultation(s):
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45 minutes to an hour long: $315
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For individuals seeking guidance regarding dietary supplements, ingredients, formulation considerations, or supplement strategies:
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30 minute consult: $225
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Schedule a Free 20 Minute Session to see if I'm the right practitioner for your needs.
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Additional charges for any necessary supplements and/or new lab work orders.
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Regrettably, I do not engage with any insurance plans or coverages of any sort.
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Feel free to contact me via email if you have any questions.
functionalmednutrition@gmail.com
(949) 294-6969
Serving clients in Orange County, CA and throughout California, and select locations nationwide through telephone consultation
Nutrition Consultations are by phone only at this time.









