Fatigue, nausea, abdominal cramps, flatulence and diarrhea are non-specific everyday symptoms. Changing micronutrient requirements and possible intolerances in life can lead to problems.
Amino acids are chemical compounds that can be strung together to form long chains and thus form the basic structure of proteins. They are found in all living things and are responsible for various vital functions in the human body. Part of the amino acids can be produced by the body itself and therefore they are classified as non-essential. The essential amino acids, on the other hand, are indispensable and must be taken in regularly with food.
Creatine
GABA
Glycine
Glutathione
L-Alanine
L-Arginine
L-asparagine
L-Cysteine
L-Citrulline
L-Phenylalanine
L-Glutamine
L-Histidine
L-isoleucine
L-Leucine
L-lysine
L-Methionine
L-ornithine
L-Proline
L-serine
L-Theanine
L-threonine
L-Tyrosine
L-tryptophan
L-valine
Vitamins & Vitaminoids
Vitamins & Vitaminoids
Vitamins are organic compounds and unlike other nutrients, vitamins do not provide energy. They are substances that the body itself cannot synthesize (with the exception of vitamin D). Therefore, they are considered essential for humans, as they must be ingested with food.
Vitaminoids are vitamin-like substances that includes a number of different substances and metabolites. They were all initially assigned to the group of vitamins until it was discovered that the body can synthesize them itself. They thus belong to the conditionally essential nutrients, since in the case of illness or certain metabolic conditions, it may be possible that their own synthesis does not cover the daily requirement.
Vit A
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Vit C
Choline
Coenzyme Q10
Vit D
Vit E
Inositol
L-Carnitine
Taurine
Vit B1
Vit B10 (PABA)
Vit B12
Vit B15 (pangamic acid)
Vit B2
Vit B3
Vit B5
Vit B6
Vit B7
Vit B9
Vit K2
Other
Other
This refers to defined key figures of analytical results in the laboratory. They enable physicians and therapists to classify a measurement result into normal values and abnormal values.
Omega-3 fatty acids
FP-Detox
FP probiotics
Secondary plant substances
Secondary plant substances
Secondary plant compounds are natural chemical compounds in plants that are not essential nutrients . Nevertheless, they have a variety of positive effects on the human body and can prevent the development of various diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases or even cancer.
Astaxanthin
Beta-carotene
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
Spermidine
Quercetin
Sulforaphane
Lutein
Resveratrol
Rutin
Minerals
Minerals
Minerals are essential nutrients that must be ingested through food and that the human body needs for numerous functions.
Minerals are divided into bulk and trace elements. Quantitative elements are present in the body in relatively large quantities, while trace elements are present only in small quantities.
Copper
Iron
Calcium
Chrome
Zinc
Iodine
Potassium
Silicon
Magnesium
Manganese
Selenium
Enzymes
Enzymes
Enzymes are complex protein molecules that act as "accelerators" (also called biocatalysts) of biochemical reactions or metabolic processes in the human body. This means that they accelerate biochemical reactions by lowering the necessary activation energy.
For exhaustion, hair loss, sleep disorders, flatulence, diarrhea or constipation
Psychological complaints
For depression, mood swings, difficulty concentrating, anxiety
Chronic complaints
For chronic fatigue, migraines, joint problems, hypothyroidism
About 30% of Germans have an increased need for vitamin D & up to 60% suffer from a hidden Intolerance, especially among Central Europeans. According to NDR article & survey by ProvonaBKK
What influences intolerances and micronutrients?
Nutrition
Intolerances
Hasty eating, lots of sugar, salt and saturated fats, and monotonous diets can compromise the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of intolerances.
A balanced, plant-based diet and conscious eating support intestinal health and a balanced intestinal flora.
Micronutrient balance
An unbalanced diet and processed foods promote micronutrient deficiencies.
A wide selection of foods and gentle preparation promote the supply of nutrients.
Lifestyle
Intolerances
Frequent antibiotic use can eliminate both harmful and beneficial gut bacteria, affecting gut flora and digestion.
High-fiber diets and probiotics can strengthen the intestinal flora after antibiotic treatment.
Micronutrient balance
Stress and stimulants such as smoking or alcohol have a negative effect on the micronutrient balance.
Fresh fruit and vegetables as well as targeted supplementation can replenish micronutrient requirements.
Stress
Intolerances
When stressed, the body releases more stress hormones, which affects digestion and can lead to nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea.
Relaxation, enough sleep and a balanced diet can alleviate stress reactions.
Micronutrient balance
High stress levels affect micronutrient and antioxidant requirements
High stress levels affect micronutrient and antioxidant requirements
Environment
Intolerances
Pesticides, processed foods and additives can increase intestinal permeability, allowing contaminants to enter the blood.
Eating unprocessed, seasonal and organic foods can reduce exposure to pesticides and additives.
Micronutrient balance
Chemicals in food and our environment increase the need for certain nutrients.
Seasonal organic products and thorough washing of food reduces the intake of pollutants
Pre-existing conditions
Intolerances
In addition to genetic enzyme defects, pancreatic diseases, chronic inflammatory bowel diseases, infections or bacterial colonization can trigger intolerances.
Gastrointestinal complaints should be examined and diagnosed by a doctor.
Micronutrient balance
Certain pre-existing medical conditions can significantly influence individual nutrient requirements.
Increased needs can be met with targeted nutrition and possible supplementation.
Nutrition
Lifestyle
Stress
Environment
Pre-existing conditions
Intolerances
Hasty eating, lots of sugar, salt and saturated fats, and monotonous diets can compromise the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of intolerances.
A balanced, plant-based diet and conscious eating support intestinal health and a balanced intestinal flora.
Micronutrient balance
An unbalanced diet and processed foods promote micronutrient deficiencies.
A wide selection of foods and gentle preparation promote the supply of nutrients.
Intolerances
Frequent antibiotic use can eliminate both harmful and beneficial gut bacteria, affecting gut flora and digestion.
High-fiber diets and probiotics can strengthen the intestinal flora after antibiotic treatment.
Micronutrient balance
Stress and stimulants such as smoking or alcohol have a negative effect on the micronutrient balance.
Fresh fruit and vegetables as well as targeted supplementation can replenish micronutrient requirements.
Intolerances
When stressed, the body releases more stress hormones, which affects digestion and can lead to nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea.
Relaxation, enough sleep and a balanced diet can alleviate stress reactions.
Micronutrient balance
High stress levels affect micronutrient and antioxidant requirements
High stress levels affect micronutrient and antioxidant requirements
Intolerances
Pesticides, processed foods and additives can increase intestinal permeability, allowing contaminants to enter the blood.
Eating unprocessed, seasonal and organic foods can reduce exposure to pesticides and additives.
Micronutrient balance
Chemicals in food and our environment increase the need for certain nutrients.
Seasonal organic products and thorough washing of food reduces the intake of pollutants
Intolerances
In addition to genetic enzyme defects, pancreatic diseases, chronic inflammatory bowel diseases, infections or bacterial colonization can trigger intolerances.
Gastrointestinal complaints should be examined and diagnosed by a doctor.
Micronutrient balance
Certain pre-existing medical conditions can significantly influence individual nutrient requirements.
Increased needs can be met with targeted nutrition and possible supplementation.
How does
the test work?
Discreet, fast process
Painless with a small hair sample
Easy to understand result
Discreet, fast process
Painless with a small hair sample
Easy to understand result
4 steps to your result
Step 1
Order test
Order your test online and print the submission sheet
Step 2
Cut off strand
Cut a small strand of hair and wrap it securely.
Step 3
Send hair sample
Send us your hair sample together with the submission form by mail.
Step 4
Result received
You will receive your result in 3 to 18 working days.
What does your result look like?
You will receive a PDF that clearly shows your micronutrient needs and possible intolerances. Our nutritionists will help you with any questions.
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In the case of an intolerance, the body is unable to absorb or process certain substances. This leads to a disruption in the metabolic process. Intolerances are particularly common in the context of food intolerance. In this case, the necessary enzymes to digest the substance are usually missing in the intestine.
What are nutrients and how do they affect your body?
Nutrients are substances that humans need for their development. In childhood and adolescence, your body needs nutrients for healthy growth. But nutrients are also essential for a healthy life in adulthood.
What is the difference between want and need?
At Medicross, we test you for your micronutrient requirements. These describe the amount that is required to maintain specific functions in the human organism. Micronutrient requirements differ from individual to individual and vary depending on age, gender, physical activity, life situation and state of health. Athletes, pregnant women and smokers, for example, have an increased need for minerals and vitamins.
A micronutrient deficiency occurs when the need is not met over a long period of time and the body’s own reserves are used up. A slight (marginal) deficiency can lead to biochemical changes in the organism with sometimes non-specific symptoms such as tiredness, weakness, difficulty concentrating or headaches. In a very severe stage (latent deficiency), important processes and functions in the body are impaired, which leads to a number of health problems. Examples include anemia (anemia) due to iron deficiency or a weakening of the immune system due to vitamin C deficiency. Unlike micronutrient requirements, a micronutrient deficiency must be diagnosed by a doctor. We at Medicross determine your individual needs, but do not test you for a possible micronutrient deficiency.
What is the difference between an allergy and an intolerance?
Allergies and intolerances are two different forms of hypersensitivity reactions of the body to certain substances. Our intolerance test does not test for allergies.
An allergy is an immune-mediated reaction to a specific antigen. This results in the production of specific antibodies (IgE) against the antigen. This leads to an inflammatory reaction in the body. Typical symptoms of an allergy include itching, skin rashes, shortness of breath, dizziness or even anaphylactic shock.
An intolerance is a non-immunological reaction to a substance that can be triggered by various mechanisms. One possible cause can be an enzyme deficiency. This means that the body cannot digest certain substances properly. This creates metabolic products that can lead to symptoms in the body. Typical symptoms of an intolerance include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea or flatulence.
In short, the difference between an allergy and an intolerance lies in the way in which the hypersensitivity is triggered. An allergy is an immune-mediated reaction to an antigen, while an intolerance is a non-immunological reaction to a substance.
How do you find out if you have a food intolerance?
Our diet has a major impact on our well-being, our mood and our quality of life. If you often suffer from the following symptoms, a Medicross intolerance test may be useful.
The most common physical symptoms include:
– loss of appetite
– fatigue
– Headache
– loss of libido
– Diarrhea
– flatulence
– stomach pain
– weight loss
– skin, nail and hair problems
The most common psychological symptoms include:
– Depression
– mood swings
– aggression
– Fears
– uncertainty
With our tests you can check which foods or substances your body is currently intolerant to. This will help you to find a suitable nutritional strategy for you. We get to the bottom of your symptoms and test you for up to 650 possible intolerances.
How do you know that your nutrient balance is not optimal?
Our diet has a major impact on our well-being, our mood and our quality of life. If you frequently suffer from the following symptoms, this may indicate that your body is not getting enough micronutrients.
Physical symptoms:
– fatigue
– Headache
– Difficulty concentrating
– Increased susceptibility to infections
– feeling of weakness
– loss of appetite
– skin, nail and hair problems
Psychological symptoms:
– cravings
– Depressive moods
– mood swings
– lack of motivation
– nervousness
– susceptibility to stress
– irritability
Should I take the test with my primary care physician?
You can order our test in our online shop and then carry it out from the comfort of your own home. You will understand your laboratory report without any prior medical knowledge, because we attach great importance to preparing your analysis in an easy-to-understand manner. As soon as your results are available, you can access them online on your computer, tablet or mobile phone. After each order, detailed instructions for the selected test are sent directly to your email address, explaining step by step how to take the sample for analysis. In general, the sample can be taken discreetly, quickly and easily and without the need for medical professionals. The test is not intended to diagnose diseases. If you are suffering from severe pain or discomfort, please consult a doctor immediately.
Questions about our tests
How does the Medicross ordering process work?
You can order our tests quickly and easily in our online shop. We will then send you the submission form by email. All we need from you is a strand of hair. You send this together with the submission form by post directly to our laboratory. Your strand of hair will be analyzed there and you will receive a detailed result by email.
What are the types of tests?
We currently offer tests for micronutrients and intolerances. Both tests are also available for pets.
What is the difference between a blood analysis at the doctor and our hair tests?
Our tests are based on complementary medicine. They determine your nutritional needs and test you for possible intolerances. Blood tests, on the other hand, examine the presence of certain parameters in the blood (vitamins, minerals, proteins or antibodies) and thus describe the current supply status or the occurrence of an allergic reaction. In contrast to a blood test, our procedure does not allow individual values to be examined in isolation.
What does complementary medicine mean?
The term complementary medicine covers a range of medical therapies and diagnostic methods that are not part of conventional medicine. They are often used as a supplement to conventional medicine without replacing it.
Complementary and alternative medicine is not always recognized by the scientific community. Perhaps the most common reason why people use complementary medicine is the desire for holistic diagnostics. Many now feel the need to combine different medical methods and approaches in order to improve their health and well-being holistically.
Complementary medicine includes, for example, natural healing methods such as herbal medicine, homeopathy and acupuncture, as well as various forms of manual therapy such as chiropractic and osteopathy. Alternative diagnostic methods such as iris diagnosis or kinesiology can also be counted as complementary medicine. Although there are many people who benefit from these approaches and see them as a useful addition to conventional medicine, their effectiveness is still often questioned by conventional medicine.
What will my Medicross self-test result look like?
Your result is presented in a detailed and self-explanatory manner and is designed so that all parameters are given as a percentage value. This means that the higher the value, the higher your need for this micronutrient.
Note
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We expressly point out that neither the results nor any content on www.medicross.com may be regarded as a substitute for professional advice from a doctor or medical treatment.
The information may also not be used to make an independent diagnosis or as a reason for taking medical measures, such as self-medication or stopping current medication, without first consulting a doctor. Only doctors are authorized to make a diagnosis.
We assume no liability for financial or personal damages. Customers are responsible for their own actions.
The results of our micronutrient tests are structured in such a way that all parameters of a need are indicated in percent.
All product images and illustrations serve as symbolic images. You will receive your submission form immediately after your order. You can easily print out and fill out the form at home.
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