Everything You Need To Know About Bio Individuality (+ How It Can Help You Find Your Perfect Supplement Match!)
When it comes to reclaiming your health, it can be pretty confusing if all you do is enter your symptoms into a search engine. After all, each one of us is vastly different with specific needs that aren’t going to fit into a “one-size-fits-all” approach. This concept, known as bio individuality, can make it difficult to determine what diet and supplements are right for you and your health. But once you understand this concept, it can drastically change your health for the better.
What is bio individuality?
Bio-individuality is a fundamental concept in functional medicine that highlights the uniqueness of each individual's health needs. As a functional medicine practitioner, I firmly believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to health. Bio-individuality recognizes that we all have distinct genetic makeups and lifestyle factors that shape our health journey.
In my telehealth functional medicine clinic, there are certain factors that I look at and questions that I ask to get an overall picture of what is driving a person’s particular symptoms. These factors are all considered aspects of bio individuality.
- Do you have any genetic mutations or variants?
- Have you been exposed to mold in the past or are you currently being exposed?
- What environmental toxins are you exposed to on a daily basis?
- What does your diet look like? What foods do you primarily eat on a daily basis?
- Are you deficient in any nutrients?
- Do you have any food sensitivities?
- What are your current stress levels?
- Did you go through any traumatic life events recently or in your childhood?
By understanding and embracing this personalized approach, we can uncover the root causes of health issues and tailor targeted interventions to support optimal wellness for each person. Ultimately, embracing bio-individuality empowers you to take control of your health by making choices that facilitate your particular healing journey - including what supplements to take!
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While consulting with your practitioner to determine specific nutrient deficiencies, imbalances, and other bio individual factors, I understand that isn’t always a realistic option for everyone for various reasons. That’s why I went ahead and formulated The Collection - 9 essential supplements designed to target and support the most common areas of imbalance.
But the best part is that you don’t have to take all 9 supplements in order to see results. That’s the beauty of bio individuality! While you might benefit from all 9, you may only need a couple of supplements from The Collection to round out your particular health needs.
With 100 billion CFUs per capsule, The Probiotic contains four strains of beneficial bacteria, including the extensively studied HN019 strain of Bifidobacterium lactis to restore microbiome balance, boost immunity, and enhance overall health.
The Methylator’s comprehensive formula features five key B Vitamins and nutrients designed to support optimal methylation and help maintain healthy homocysteine.
3. The Omega+
The Omega+ is formulated with MaxSimil®️ monoglyceride fish oil that has a three times greater EPA+DHA absorption rate than an equivalent dose of other leading fish oils for optimal hormone, brain, and cardiovascular health.
A curated blend of clinically tested and proprietary herbal blends and nutrients that help the overstressed body and mind work toward their normal state of balance and cortisol levels.
The Magnesium is formulated with carefully curated magnesium compounds backed by research and studies for their enhanced bioavailability to assist with optimal brain health and better sleep.
6. The Curcumin
The Curcumin is packed with pure turmeric extract including the extensively studied BCM-95®️ to help support inflammation levels from the inside out by providing antioxidant and cell-protective activity, joint support, and modulation of the production of inflammatory cytokines.
7. Protect
Protect is formulated to support your body’s natural ability to detox by facilitating optimal function of both phase I and phase II of the detoxification process with antioxidant support to minimize the damaging effects of free radicals generated between the two phases.
The Antioxidant is formulated with a blend of fruit extracts from extensively studied super-fruits and berries rich in polyphenols and antioxidant-supportive elements to provide antioxidant protection for enhanced cellular health, cardiovascular support, and fight against aging for a life-long radiant, youthful glow.
9. The D3-K2
Since vitamin D and vitamin K2 enhance absorption of one another, The D3-K2 takes advantage of vitamin synergy with these highly bioavailable and bioactive forms of these nutrients designed to help balance hormones, enhance bone health, and support cardiovascular health for noticeable, sustainable healing.
So whether your goals are to lower stress and anxiety, improve digestion and gut health, boost mental focus and clarity, reduce inflammation and other autoimmune issues, or simply feel your best - there's something in The Collection for you.
As one of the first functional medicine telehealth clinics in the world, we provide webcam health consultations for people around the globe.
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BY DR. WILL COLE
Dr. Will Cole, DNM, IFMCP, DC is a leading functional medicine expert who consults people around the globe, starting one of the first functional medicine telehealth centers in the world. Named one of the top 50 functional and integrative doctors in the nation, Dr. Will Cole provides a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems. He is also the host of the popular The Art of Being Well podcast and the New York Times bestselling author of Intuitive Fasting, Ketotarian, Gut Feelings, and The Inflammation Spectrum.
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