India, July 25 -- Preventive health tests become increasingly important with age, helping detect potential health issues early. Among them, blood tests play a vital role in identifying underlying conditions, enabling timely intervention and treatment. In an Instagram post shared on June 5, health coach Nikita Bardia shared a few tests that are important to understand our hormones, gut health and overall metabolism of the body. Also read | Think you need health screenings only when you're sick? Doctor busts 6 myths you should stop believing

"Most Indian 20s and 30s get routine blood work that looks okay on paper. But what if I told you some of the most important tests for your hormones, gut, and metabolism are never even suggested," she w...