Why do we gain weight? Why does my husband lose weight and I can’t? Why can’t I keep weight off after I lose it? These questions and many others associated with health, weight loss and wellness are found in your genes. The wave of the future in healthcare is genetic testing, and we now are offering it here at the Advanced Life Clinic. We have partnered with Pathway Genomics to offer genetic testing that will help us formulate a plan to help you achieve your wellness and weight loss goals.
The human gene map, commonly referred to as the “Human Genome Project”, was completed back in 2003. We now know that all humans are about 99.9% similar in their genetic makeup. The 0.1% that is different is what makes us individuals. This technology is now being used to tell patients what their particular genetic makeup is for many different things. This genetic “map” is specific to you and how you may be predisposed to certain conditions, how you may react to food, exercise, or even vitamin deficiencies.
When we receive your test results back, we bring you in to assess your results, and give you feedback on possible changes you should make to your diet, exercise, or even the supplements you are taking. This customized approach lets you take better control of your health and well being, as well as possibly saving time and money that is spent on things that your body does not respond to. This quote from the National Genome Project sums it up well.
The testing and sampling are very easy and convenient. We provide the kit for you and the sample can be done in the comfort of your home. A collection tube is used to collect a saliva sample from you, which is then mailed back to Pathway Genomics. In about 2-3 weeks the results will be sent to me here at the clinic, and then we will call you to set up a time to come in and prepare a game plan for any changes you may need to make in your exercise, diet, or supplemental regimen.
There are several options from Pathway Genomics for testing, but we use their Pathway Fit test because it gives the most information concerning diet, vitamin deficiencies, exercise, and overall wellness. I took the test and just received my results back yesterday so I thought I would share some of them with you.
These are just a few of the 41 different tests that are done concerning health, diet, and fitness. When I received my test results it really opened my eyes, and it has changed the way I look at exercise, food and eating habits, and the supplements that I take.
You can call out office at (256) 882-6555 to set up a consultation on the testing. We will go over all of the tests, what they mean, and the costs involved, much of which is covered by some insurance companies. When we get your results back we will call you to set up a follow up visit to go over your results, and form a plan of action. Once your plan is in place, we can continue to monitor things for you and re-assess at later dates to take note of progress.
This is the wave of the future in medicine, and we are glad to it offer to our patients here at the Advanced Life Clinic.
Warm Regards,
Dr. DeGraaff
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