For some people, particularly those with variations affecting neurotransmitter metabolism, introducing large amounts of methylated nutrients too quickly may feel uncomfortable — sometimes described as feeling wired, anxious, irritable, headachy, restless or simply “not right.”

Microbiome stool analysis and nutrigenomics offer a greater viewpoint, as part of personalised healthcare. In clinic I have been able to tailor a treatment focus to the individual, not the diagnosis. This results in more effective, efficient, and long-lasting health outcomes. By understanding both the genetic blueprint and the microbiome environment, it is possible to create an intentional functional medicine plan that supports the body’s innate capacity for healing.