Micronutrient test

Our micronutrient test shows you which micronutrients your body currently needs more of. This creates the basis for a targeted adjustment of your diet and, if necessary, supplementation.

Our micronutrient test is intended for all people who fear that they are not getting enough micronutrients due to malnutrition or malnutrition. Stress, illness or medication can be responsible for this.

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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.

By nutrients we mean so-called macro- and micronutrients. Macronutrients are fats, carbohydrates and proteins. Vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids are micronutrients.

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:

– Tiredness – Headaches – Difficulty concentrating – Increased susceptibility to infections – Feeling weak – Loss of appetite – Skin, nail and hair problems

Psychological symptoms:

– Cravings – Depressive moods – Mood swings – Lack of motivation – Nervousness – Susceptibility to stress – Irritability

There can be many reasons for an inadequate supply of micronutrients. Examples include malnutrition, liver disease, but also inadequate digestion (maldigestion) or absorption of nutrients (malabsorption).

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.

The need may be increased in certain phases of life, for example during pregnancy, while breastfeeding or in the event of an infection.

A balanced supply of micronutrients is essential for a healthy life, but also for performance in sports. The most important micronutrients include:

– Amino acids – Vitamin C, E and beta-carotene – B vitamins – Iron – Magnesium – Calcium – Zinc – Sodium – Potassium

An undersupply of micronutrients can lead to various complaints in athletes:

– Increased susceptibility to infections – Muscle cramps – Lack of training progress – Slow regeneration – Chronic fatigue – Increased risk of injury

An overdose of micronutrients can have a harmful effect on your body in the long term. The additional intake of certain micronutrients can partially reduce or completely block the absorption of other nutrients. If you consume nutrients in high concentrations over a longer period of time, this can lead to certain side effects. These include diarrhea, vomiting and nausea. In the long term, the liver or kidneys can also suffer from an oversupply.

In the following situations, you should pay particular attention to your micronutrient status: – One-sided or unbalanced diet – Smokers – Vegetarian or vegan diet – Lots of stress – Older age – Eating disorders – Alcoholics – Metabolic diseases – Intestinal disease or absorption disorders – Competitive athletes – Taking medication

Our micronutrient test aims to determine nutrient requirements and not to diagnose nutrient deficiencies. The test is not intended to diagnose diseases. It is therefore not a substitute for a medical diagnosis or medical treatment by a doctor. If you are suffering from severe pain or discomfort, please consult a doctor immediately.

The results of the micronutrient test should always be understood as guidelines. It shows you whether you have an increased need for certain micronutrients. But it does not mean that you are completely lacking these nutrients. It is not a test for deficiency symptoms. If this is your concern, we recommend that you seek medical advice.

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.

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.

We currently offer tests for micronutrients and intolerances. Both tests are also available for pets.

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.

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 medicine and alternative medicine are not always recognized by the scientific community. One of the most common reasons why people use complementary medicine is the desire for holistic diagnostics. Many now feel the need to combine different medical methods and approaches 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 diagnostics 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.

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.

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. Nor may the information be used to make a diagnosis on its own or as a reason for taking medical action, such as a medical procedure. Using self-medication or discontinuing current medications without first consulting a health care professional. Only physicians 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 symbol images. You will receive your submission form immediately after your order. You can easily print out and fill out the form at home.