Individualized orthomolecular strategies for brain and well-being
Case studies offer a multitude of benefits, but one of the most significant advantages lies in their ability to capture the intricate and distinctive nature of each person's biochemistry, lifestyle, substance ingestion, diet and many physical characteristics that directly influence the epigenome. Epigenetic changes offer a unique advantage over genetic changes as they are reversible and do not alter your DNA sequence. However, they possess the remarkable ability to influence how your body interprets and responds to a DNA sequence.
The reality that what works for one person with a given dis-ease has little to no effect on a second person with the same condition, and might even exacerbate a third person with the same condition when it comes to cellular nutrition & metabolic function. Why did you manifest this dis-ease or "condition" in the first place? Epigenetic modifications have been linked to various lifestyle factors such as behavior, cellular nutrition, and exposure to toxins and pollutants. Very little of the above are practiced in a 10 minute MD office visit mainly due to their acute orientation.
"Practicing (modern) medicine is more guesswork than actual science" -- Dr. David Eddy, MD, PhD, a former heart surgeon turned mathematician and health care economist.
35-year-old male with childhood Crohn's disease, gout since 25, and 30% kidney function from amyloid deposits presents lethargic and pessimistic. Meds: Allopurinol, Prednisone, antacids, B12 injections; supplements: multivitamin, TUMS. Diet tweaks, protein powder, probiotics resolved diarrhea, boosted energy; Crohn's abated, later successful kidney transplant.
Picture a vibrant 59-year-old woman, retired and ready to reclaim her health after years of feeling off-balance. Through NutriRebel's Symptomatology Questionnaire—a detailed tool with over 600 questions on symptoms, nutrients, and lifestyle—she uncovers imbalances via a scoring graph. Categories span water, fiber, essential fats, digestion, minerals, vitamins, toxins, glandular functions, and metabolism. Scores are color-coded: green (0-20, balanced), yellow (20-50, moderate imbalance), red (>50, priority). Red lines (>30) highlight key areas like low stomach acid, high sugar intake, low sulfur, essential fatty acids (EFAs), iodine, malabsorption, and candida (score: 42). This engaging analysis guides personalized steps toward wellness, proving small tweaks can spark big transformations (Rogers, 1995).
42 year old male has had a lifetime of very sub-optimal body function mainly in the form of frequent gastro-intestinal upset, along with severe depressive symptoms that were eventually made much worse with symptom-dampening medications from medical doctors. Client is seeking relief as well as anti-aging therapies to live a longer, healthier life.
A 32-year-old vegan massage therapist battles chronic yeast infections, joint pain, fatigue, chemical sensitivity, and mood swings from stress, antibiotics, and estrogen dominance. Recommendations include diet cuts to sugar/carbs, added veggies/proteins, supplements for gut/adrenals, therapy, yoga, and EMF protection for holistic healing.
66-year-old retired male with insulin-managed diabetes seeks improvements in mental clarity, aches/pains, and ED. Imbalances: low stomach acid, manganese/sulfur/vitamin E deficiencies, underactive thyroid. Recommendations: anti-inflammatory diet, supplements, exercise, lifestyle changes.
Botanists analyze the terrain to help plants prevent and restore cell function. Why not for humans?
