Unraveling the micronutrient mysteries: Why taking a closer look at your nutrients is important

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Vitamins and minerals are like the secret agents of your health - necessary, but often hidden. How can you make sure you have the right agents for your needs? This is where the micronutrient test comes in, a clever strategy to shed light on the dark.

The micronutrient test provides deep insights into the levels of specific nutrients in the body. These tests are not only useful for healthcare professionals, but also for anyone who wants to learn more about their lifestyle and its impact on health.

Nutrient deficiencies are widespread nowadays and do not only affect certain groups. For example, a large proportion of the Swiss population suffers from a vitamin D deficiency, especially in winter.

In order to counteract these deficiencies, increased education about the role of micronutrients in the body is crucial.

Micronutrients in detail
Conventional blood tests are not only difficult to access, but also difficult to adapt and understand. This is where micronutrient tests come into play, which can not only be customized but also provide understandable results without the need to see a doctor.

While macronutrients (fat, protein, carbohydrates) are needed in larger quantities, micronutrients are just as crucial for the proper functioning of the body. These are divided into vitamins and minerals, which in turn are subdivided into water- and fat-soluble vitamins, macrominerals and trace elements.

The next era of testing to close health gaps
Traditional blood tests are accurate, but they require a doctor's order and are invasive. This is where micronutrient tests, which are easily accessible, customizable and can be performed without a doctor's authorization, score highly. They allow individuals to obtain non-clinical information with detailed feedback.

These tests can help identify common health gaps such as fatigue, sleep disorders, mood disorders and immune deficiencies.

Most comprehensive test on the market:
The indyvit All-in-1 blood test analyzes 27 parameters with a small amount of blood. Where other test providers require 3-4 tests, indyvit uses mass spectrometry to analyze 11 vitamins and minerals and 16 different fatty acids:

Vitamins:
Vitamin D3
Vitamin A
Vitamin E
Vitamin B12
Niacin
Pantothenic acid

Minerals
Zinc
Copper
Selenium
Magnesium
Calcium

Saturated fatty acids:
Lauric acid, C12:0
Myristic acid, C14:0
Pentadecanoic acid, C15:0
Palmitic acid, C16:0
Stearic acid, C18:0
Lignoceric acid, C24:0

Monounsaturated fatty acids
Oleic acid, C18:1, omega-9
Nervonic acid, C24:1

Polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acids
Linolenic acid, C18:2, omega-6
Gamma-linolenic acid, C18:3, omega-6
Dihomogamma-linolenic acid, C20:3, omega-6
Arachidonic acid (AA), C20:4, omega-6

Polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids
Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), C18:3, omega-3
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), C20:5, omega-3
Docosapentaenoic acid (DPA), C22:5, omega-3
Docosahexenoic acid (DHA), C22:6, omega-3

Ratios/quotients
Omega-6 / Omega-3
Omega-3 Index
Archaidonic acid (AA) / Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)

Only at indyvit: Our team of experts will provide you with a customized recommendation on how to maintain or improve your levels of each vitamin and mineral. You will receive a complete and customized formula that you can easily order from us.

But is a micronutrient test worth the effort?
Investment in health: Everything in life is an investment, and micronutrient testing is an investment in your health. Our bodies thrive when they receive the right care. Micronutrient testing uncovers previously undetected health gaps that can be addressed to get the body in top shape.

These tests offer the same value without the time and cost of traditional methods. A micronutrient test is therefore worthwhile if you:

  • want to change your lifestyle because your body may need adjustments if there is a deficiency;
  • want a long-term overview to ensure that your health and nutritional needs are met;
  • strive for peak performance, be it in sports or in a professional environment, as micronutrient testing can reveal opportunities to improve mental focus.

Conclusion: A micronutrient test is worth the investment as your health is priceless. Take control of your health and fill your nutrient gaps with indyvit!

Even if you eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly, you may have micronutrient deficiencies. indyvit offers an easy, efficient and affordable way to get micronutrient testing. Test from the comfort of your own home and make informed decisions for optimal micronutrient status.

Only with indyvit does your test also include a customized formula recommendation. After the test, you will know exactly how to fill the deficiencies you have discovered.

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