“How Do I Know When Supplements Might Help?” 🤔

“How do I know when supplements might help?” 🤔

Lots of people ask me about supplements.

In functional medicine, we think about supplements in two key ways:

1️⃣ To fill in the gaps.

Even with the best intentions and a healthy diet, it’s not always possible to get everything you need from food alone.

2️⃣ To optimize body systems.

Sometimes your body needs extra support to reach optimal function. Think: Getting your vitamin D levels high enough to support immunity ☀️ or boosting antioxidant levels to help your body detox effectively 🌿

Here are some things to ask yourself:

❓Do I have signs of nutrient insufficiencies like fatigue, brain fog, or low immunity?

❓Do I have a health condition that increases my nutrient needs?

❓Do I have high stress that might deplete my nutrient reserves?

❓Do I have digestive problems that might interfere with nutrient absorption?

Just remember:

Supplements aren’t one-size-fits-all.

Taking the wrong ones (or too much) can do more harm than good. That’s why we help our clients figure out what their bodies actually need through advanced testing and personalized recommendations.

Curious about a root-cause approach to health and whether supplements could be part of your plan?

Let's get started with a new patient visit! Schedule an appointment with Dr. Cantrell today! 📆

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