What does it mean to be healthy? Is it pristinely white teeth or the ability to bench-press 400+ pounds? No. To be healthy means to eat well. Consuming nutritious foods fuels the body, powering it to conquer everything the day throws its way. Conversely, by ingesting junk food or skipping meals, you’re starving yourself of critical energy.
WHEN TO SEEK HELP
- Unexplainable weight loss (gradual or sudden)
- Change of appetite
- Weakness
- Lack of focus or concentration
- Down mood or depression
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM NUTRITIONAL TESTS?
You can boil down nutrition down to two nutrients: micro and macronutrients. These come in the form of various essential vitamins and minerals that directly influence our bodily and mental functioning.
At Palm Beach Health Center, we uncover the source of your symptoms by using comprehensive blood tests. Our tests exam levels of the following nutrients to determine if you’re deficient or have an overabundance which could be causing your unsettledness.
MACRONUTRIENTS
- Proteins (amino acids)
- Carbs (sugar, fiber, starch)
- Water
- Fats (poly, mono, trans, and unsaturated)
MICRONUTRIENTS
- Minerals (zinc, calcium, sodium)
- Vitamins (D, E, K, A)
- Antioxidants
