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Optimize Your Health With Micronutrient Testing

Micronutrients are essential for various bodily functions, including energy production, hemoglobin synthesis, bone health maintenance, immune function, and protection against oxidative stress and cellular damage. At Sun Valley Wellness, our micronutrient testing and nutritional therapy provide valuable insights into your nutrient levels, enabling you to take charge of your health and enhance your overall well-being.

List of Micronutrients

  • Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Co-Factors
  • Amino Acids
  • Metabolites
  • Antioxidants
  • Essential Fatty Acids

The Importance of Micronutrients

Micronutrients are essential nutrients found in small amounts in foods that play a significant role in maintaining human health. They are crucial for energy production, hemoglobin synthesis, bone health, immune function, and protection against oxidative stress and cellular damage. For athletes, regular monitoring of micronutrient levels and point-of-care testing can optimize performance and provide a competitive edge during training and events.

Who Should Consider Micronutrient Testing

Micronutrient testing is beneficial for individuals exhibiting symptoms or possessing risk factors such as:

  • Advanced Age
  • Stress and Fatigue
  • Depression or Anxiety
  • Diabetes
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Skin Problems
  • Numbness or Tingling in Extremities
  • Weakened Immune System
  • Digestive Disorders With Malabsorption (Celiac, Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis)
  • SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
  • Long-Term Use of Prescription Medication
  • Diet High in Processed Foods
  • Obesity
  • Intense Athletic Training
  • Following a Vegan or Vegetarian Diet
  • Neurological Symptoms (Impaired Memory, Confusion, Ataxia, Loss of Balance, Tremors)
  • Stubborn Weight Gain
  • Sudden Unexplained Weight Loss
  • Autoimmune Disorders
  • Digestive Abnormalities (Diarrhea, Constipation, Excessive Bloating)
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Micronutrients Tested

The micronutrient test measures a wide range of essential vitamins, minerals, and other compounds, including:

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B1
  • Vitamin B2
  • Vitamin B3
  • Vitamin B5
  • Vitamin B6
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D3
  • Vitamin D, 25-OH
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin K1
  • Vitamin K2
  • Folate

Minerals

  • Sodium
  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Manganese
  • Magnesium
  • Zinc
  • Copper
  • Chromium
  • Iron

Amino Acids and Other Compounds

  • CoQ10
  • Cysteine
  • Glutathione
  • Asparagine
  • Glutamine
  • Serine
  • Citrulline
  • Arginine
  • Choline
  • Inositol
  • Carnitine
  • Methylmalonic Acid (MMA)

Branched-Chain Amino Acids

  • Leucine
  • Valine
  • Isoleucine