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When was the last time you had your bloodwork tested? More importantly, what did it tell you? If you’re like most people who get their bloodwork done every few years, you’re probably happy every time you see that you’re within the “normal range” for things like white blood cell count, cholesterol, etc. But is normal really what you should be aiming for?

For years, mental and physical health were treated like two completely separate entities. Thankfully, we now know that your mental health has a significant effect on your physical health and vice-versa. In fact, it was the World Health Organization that helped change the world's views on mental health by stating, “there is no health without mental health.”

Does it ever feel like you’re going through the day in a fog? Especially if you eat right, exercise, and get a full eight hours each night, it can be frustrating to still feel “off” during the day. What many people don’t realize is that suggested diets, exercise regiments, and sleep schedules are just that — suggestions based on averages.

If 20 people walk into a doctor’s office complaining of a cold, what do you think the odds are that most of them will leave with a similar treatment plan? Unfortunately, one-size-fits-all care is all too common in medicine today. With Integrated Genetic Solutions (IGS), our goal is to change that.