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We live in the age of personalised health - what works for one person might not benefit another. Today, we can access various diagnostic options, including genetic testing, vitamin analysis, and blood biomarker assessments. Combining this with an in-depth assessment provides a skilled practitioner with an understanding of the individual's requirements and allows for a personalised nutrition recommendation. For one person, this might be similar to the so-called healthy diet, whilst another might require an increased access or intake of specific nutrients or food.

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We live in the age of personalised health - what works for one person might not benefit another. Today, we can access various diagnostic options, including genetic testing, vitamin analysis, and blood biomarker assessments. Combining this with an in-depth assessment provides a skilled practitioner with an understanding of the individual's requirements and allows for a personalised nutrition recommendation. For one person, this might be similar to the so-called healthy diet, whilst another might require an increased access or intake of specific nutrients or food.

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Individual requirements for nutrients vary from individual to individual and are determined by genetic factors, underlying health or disease conditions, age, medication, lifestyle, etc. Nutrient formulations might contain an array of micro and macronutrients. Unfortunately, often, these may not be in the chemical form that is easily accessible 2 the body. For example, most multivitamins prescribed for women during pregnancy contain folic acid. Many individuals cannot utilise folic acid and would benefit more from a formulation containing folate instead of follic acid. It is vital to assess if the supplement you spend money on is the best option for you matches your requirements.

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Individual requirements for nutrients vary from individual to individual and are determined by genetic factors, underlying health or disease conditions, age, medication, lifestyle, etc. Nutrient formulations might contain an array of micro and macronutrients. Unfortunately, often, these may not be in the chemical form that is easily accessible 2 the body. For example, most multivitamins prescribed for women during pregnancy contain folic acid. Many individuals cannot utilise folic acid and would benefit more from a formulation containing folate instead of follic acid. It is vital to assess if the supplement you spend money on is the best option for you matches your requirements.

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It is often wrongly assumed that people living in first-world countries, like the UK, have an adequate diet or access to an adequate diet. Recent research done here has demonstrated that many people may be at risk of nutrient deficiencies. Males seem more at risk of insufficient intake of magnesium, selenium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamin A and vitamin D. In contrast, females are more at risk of insufficient intake of folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, selenium, iodine, copper and to a lesser extent vitamin A and vitamin B2. (UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey, 2016)

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It is often wrongly assumed that people living in first-world countries, like the UK, have an adequate diet or access to an adequate diet. Recent research done here has demonstrated that many people may be at risk of nutrient deficiencies. Males seem more at risk of insufficient intake of magnesium, selenium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamin A and vitamin D. In contrast, females are more at risk of insufficient intake of folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, selenium, iodine, copper and to a lesser extent vitamin A and vitamin B2. (UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey, 2016)

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Every cellular process in the body is nutrient-dependent - everything from brain to bowel function. Availability of or lack of specific nutrients will alter processes in the body that will impact the healing capacity and, in some instances, the efficacy of prescription medication. Medication may alleviate disease-associated symptoms but seldom addresses the underlying imbalances associated with the disease's initiation or progression. A holistic approach that includes intervention nutrition as part of the core treatment plan, is critical to support overall well-being or addressing the underlying causes of illness.

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Every cellular process in the body is nutrient-dependent - everything from brain to bowel function. Availability of or lack of specific nutrients will alter processes in the body that will impact the healing capacity and, in some instances, the efficacy of prescription medication. Medication may alleviate disease-associated symptoms but seldom addresses the underlying imbalances associated with the disease's initiation or progression. A holistic approach that includes intervention nutrition as part of the core treatment plan, is critical to support overall well-being or addressing the underlying causes of illness.

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The NHS public health model of nutrition treatment centres a lot around specialist Dietetic intervention is aimed at particular conditions. This is in stark contrast to the personalised nutrition intervention model, where there is a shift in focus during the assessment of the individual to consider ALL the factors that impact the optimal functioning of ALL systems in the body. Although you may not be able to find a particular diet for, for example, depression and mood swings, poor sleep, acne, a hormonal imbalance, high blood pressure, irritability, peri-menopause and menopause and associated symptoms or neurological conditions or even poor memory, a holistic nutrition assessment, with subsequent targeted nutrient intervention, will invariably result in improvement of disease associated symptoms when the underlying imbalances have been addressed.

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The NHS public health model of nutrition treatment centres a lot around specialist Dietetic intervention is aimed at particular conditions. This is in stark contrast to the personalised nutrition intervention model, where there is a shift in focus during the assessment of the individual to consider ALL the factors that impact the optimal functioning of ALL systems in the body. Although you may not be able to find a particular diet for, for example, depression and mood swings, poor sleep, acne, a hormonal imbalance, high blood pressure, irritability, peri-menopause and menopause and associated symptoms or neurological conditions or even poor memory, a holistic nutrition assessment, with subsequent targeted nutrient intervention, will invariably result in improvement of disease associated symptoms when the underlying imbalances have been addressed.

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Personalised nutrition considers not only the individual diagnosis but also the individual and what is required for them to address the conditions and associated symptoms. Instead of being given one “diet” for irritable bowel and one “diet’ for diabetes, using a functional nutrition approach, it is possible to facilitate the integration of the nutritional treatment required to address more than one condition or set of symptoms.

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Personalised nutrition considers not only the individual diagnosis but also the individual and what is required for them to address the conditions and associated symptoms. Instead of being given one “diet” for irritable bowel and one “diet’ for diabetes, using a functional nutrition approach, it is possible to facilitate the integration of the nutritional treatment required to address more than one condition or set of symptoms.

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One of the caveats of the low FOD map diet is that it is nutritionally inadequate and should not be followed for long periods. In addition, it does not necessarily address the underlying causes of bowel symptoms. However, it has been researched to be effective in alleviating discomfort. Symptoms may reappear once the individual reverts to a 'normal' way of eating. A complete reset protocol is often required to work towards a more permanent resolution of gut and associated symptoms - which include depression, low energy, poor quality sleep and frequent infections. This may include the application of the LOW FODMAP protocol but encompasses a wider scope of nutrition and lifestyle treatment and intervention options. Patients can move towards mastering their health and digestive system predispositions and better understand their health requirements when therapy is individualised.

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One of the caveats of the low FOD map diet is that it is nutritionally inadequate and should not be followed for long periods. In addition, it does not necessarily address the underlying causes of bowel symptoms. However, it has been researched to be effective in alleviating discomfort. Symptoms may reappear once the individual reverts to a 'normal' way of eating. A complete reset protocol is often required to work towards a more permanent resolution of gut and associated symptoms - which include depression, low energy, poor quality sleep and frequent infections. This may include the application of the LOW FODMAP protocol but encompasses a wider scope of nutrition and lifestyle treatment and intervention options. Patients can move towards mastering their health and digestive system predispositions and better understand their health requirements when therapy is individualised.

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Training of healthcare professionals in the UK is at a very high standard. Unfortunately, most medical schools train their doctors separately from paramedic healthcare professionals, including dietitians, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Typically, the amount of time spent on nutrition is very limited. Although some individuals may have a specific interest in nutrition, typically, medical doctors lack in-depth knowledge and an intimate understanding of the scientific principles that support nutrition interventions and medical nutrition therapy. In addition, pressures on the NHS mean that patients usually won't have more than 20 -30 minutes with a healthcare professional. This does not confer to internationally accepted standards of care for nutrition professionals and can contribute to an inadequate nutrition care process.

A personalised nutrition assessment and therapy journey will start with a 60-minute assessment session. At the end of the session, you will have a detailed synopsis of the factors to consider as part of the planned treatment protocol. One or more follow-up sessions might be required to personalise the treatment further and ensure the medical nutrition therapy is effective. Each person's journey might be different.

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Training of healthcare professionals in the UK is at a very high standard. Unfortunately, most medical schools train their doctors separately from paramedic healthcare professionals, including dietitians, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Typically, the amount of time spent on nutrition is very limited. Although some individuals may have a specific interest in nutrition, typically, medical doctors lack in-depth knowledge and an intimate understanding of the scientific principles that support nutrition interventions and medical nutrition therapy. In addition, pressures on the NHS mean that patients usually won't have more than 20 -30 minutes with a healthcare professional. This does not confer to internationally accepted standards of care for nutrition professionals and can contribute to an inadequate nutrition care process.

A personalised nutrition assessment and therapy journey will start with a 60-minute assessment session. At the end of the session, you will have a detailed synopsis of the factors to consider as part of the planned treatment protocol. One or more follow-up sessions might be required to personalise the treatment further and ensure the medical nutrition therapy is effective. Each person's journey might be different.

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Interpretation of blood biomarkers is one of the cornerstones of personalised nutrition intervention and medical nutrition therapy. Normal might mean no disease is present, but it does not rule out innate imbalances contributing to discomfort and generally not feeling well.
In other words, 'Normal' might not be optimal.
Previous blood work is scrutinised and interpreted as part of your assessment session, alongside a physical examination and thorough history assessment. Further testing may be indicated. Additional tests, for example, genetic tests, stool tests, hair analysis or biochemical analysis of metabolism, are also available.

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Interpretation of blood biomarkers is one of the cornerstones of personalised nutrition intervention and medical nutrition therapy. Normal might mean no disease is present, but it does not rule out innate imbalances contributing to discomfort and generally not feeling well.
In other words, 'Normal' might not be optimal.
Previous blood work is scrutinised and interpreted as part of your assessment session, alongside a physical examination and thorough history assessment. Further testing may be indicated. Additional tests, for example, genetic tests, stool tests, hair analysis or biochemical analysis of metabolism, are also available.

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One of the most important steps in a personalised nutrition protocol is to ensure that the patient can execute the steps required for improved health and a positive outcome. Instead of having a prescription handed to you or being signposted to a website, your program will be designed with personal circumstances, preferences, and capacity in mind. This may include using pre-formulated products or a guided tour or pantry overhaul.

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One of the most important steps in a personalised nutrition protocol is to ensure that the patient can execute the steps required for improved health and a positive outcome. Instead of having a prescription handed to you or being signposted to a website, your program will be designed with personal circumstances, preferences, and capacity in mind. This may include using pre-formulated products or a guided tour or pantry overhaul.