Orthomolecular medicine
What is orthomolecular medicine
Orthomolecular medicine is applied biochemistry. Its aim is to maintain or restore the biochemical balance. For this purpose, various active ingredients are used such as:
- Minerals and trace elements
- Vitamins
- Amino acids
- Fatty acids
It is used for prevention and support of a healthy lifestyle. Deficiencies or imbalances can occur at any stage of life, which may show up at most in the form of loss of energy, fatigue, nervousness, etc.
Prevention
Preventive treatments in certain situations may also prove useful. E.G.:
- Vegan /Vegetarian
- Competitive athlete
- Old people
- Adolescent people
- Stress situations etc.
In a joint discussion, Helen Portmann elicits the existing problem in order to specifically compile the necessary nutritional supplements.
