Hey @naslam1603  ,

Just some things to be aware of, since bio ADEK from biotics does contain a mix of nutrients. The Upper Tolerable level of vitamin A is 10.000 IU (or 3000 mcg retinol palmitate). That is exactly 10 drops.

I’m just saying this since if you have other supplements that contain vitamin A, you might want to correct the… Read more

Hi @Naja  – sorry to hear about that. I can highly recommend Dr. Fadi Saad at the American Hospital: https://www.ahdubai.com/doctors-profile/fady-saad

@DXB  it usually has to be lifelong, but taking supplement breaks is also encouraged using the pulse method. Increase it when needed, back off when sufficient.

@DXB  so MTHFR is a defect in a gene that controls a process called methylation (see image below). It’s not related to hemochromatosis. The methylation process needs B vitamins and helps with detoxification, DNA, RNA, etc. Impaired methylation increases the risk of both cardiovascular disease and cancer.

You can see in the image… Read more

@DXB  thanks for sharing. This is where “normal” reference ranges can miss out on big clues.

The thyroid numbers, although they are clinically “normal” are suboptimal. Both Free T4 and Free T3 are on the lower end. We like to see these in the upper half of the reference range. Does he present with low thyroid symptoms? Here’s a video you can… Read more

Hi @DXB  – I’m assuming the doctor’s ruled out the genetic condition hemochromatosis since his iron level seems normal in this test you shared, correct? I ask because high ferritin from iron overload can cause fatty liver, and vice versa.

And was he diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

Were his blood sugar levels… Read more

Hey ,

All dairy containing lactose would trigger someone who is lactose intolerant. To help you avoid dairy we have a handout right here that can help you avoid dairy products.

Kefir based on milk products should be avoided as well, although you can consume water-based kefir. There is even a recipe in the library! Just click here.

@alswaidyah  thanks for sharing your list of prospective schools – I’m sure it will be helpful to other members looking to pursue functional medicine.

I think these are already a lot of choices. There are more schools, but I don’t have experience with them.

The Functional Medicine University (FMU – click here) is one for example, although I heard the way they teach is pretty dry. At the Integrative Health Practicioner (IHP – click here) functional medicine is offered as well, but they… Read more

I’m so excited for you. It seems like you’ve found your new calling!! Welcome to the #foreverstudent club!! You’ll never stop learning in this field. 😊