This patient is more likely to display risk-reward behavior, which is strongly associated with addictive and depressive tendencies.

Addictive Tendencies:
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Vitamin D3
Magnesium
SAMe

Depressive or "Low Motivation" Tendencies:
Vitamin D3
Magnesium
Omega-3
SAMe (caution with slow COMT)
Rhodiola (caution with the pharmaceutical classes: MAO inhibitors, dopamine agonists and antagonists)

Addictive Tendencies:
Reduce caffeine and other stimulating substances
Encourage incorporation of positive habits on a daily basis
Recognize when referral is needed and have a list of appropriate resources ready

Depressive Tendencies:
Encourage physical activity every day. Add more physical movement into daily routine
Incorporate foods that boost motivation and morale (see best practices guide for examples)
Encourage sunlight exposure every day
Recognize when referral is needed and have a list of appropriate resources ready.

This patient carries the normal or optimal profile

No Recommendation

No Recommendation

This patient is at a medium level risk of displaying symptoms of anxiety and feelings of low self-worth. They are likely to see themselves as lesser to others and often exaggerate the impact of events in their lives.

Magnesium Bisglycinate
L-theanine
Deep Calm Optimizer
Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Rhodiola, Lavender
Omega 3
Blood sugar regulation (chromium, ALA, low dose berberine)
Vitamin B12 (see methylation genes)

Find a mindfulness or meditation technique one enjoys and start practicing it for 5 minutes every morning.
Normalize anxiety - it is common, it can be managed.
Understand triggers (people, foods, situations) and create habits that either self-soothe during those moments or enable exit.
Recognize when referral is needed and have a list of appropriate resources ready.

This patient is at an increased risk of susceptibility to burnout. They are likely to allow things to pile on top of them until it’s too late.

Magnesium Bisglycinate
L-theanine
Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Rhodiola, Lavender, Licorice (implications to blood pressure)
Omega 3
Vitamin B12 (see methylation genes)

If stressors cannot be changed, encourage reframing of how they are seen.
Plan for rest, if possible in prevention and before burnout occurs.
Increase capacity to meet stressors by daily investing in physical and mental health

This patient carries the normal or optimal profile

No Recommendation

No Recommendation

This patient is more likely to identify habits, such as food or smoking, as coping mechanisms for stressful situations

Youtrients Deep Calm

Facilitate a practice to recognize when negative emotions are arising and enable choice to engage or step away.
Consider incorporating a loving-kindness meditation.
Consider daily incorporation of teas like lavender, chamomile, and lemon balm.

This patient is more likely to be resistant to new recommendations, particularly those that they are unfamiliar with. They will ask more questions and be more hesitant with starting any new treatment plans. They are more likely to be influenced by what their friends and family tell them with regards to health and wellness.

Enact the concept of Docere - the doctor as the teacher. Share information, encourage questions and encourage your patient to discuss their health plan with those closest to them.

This patient is more likely to display reduced compliance to recommended protocols due to becoming fatigued with following repetitive instructions

Collaborate on your plan and ensure there is variety in it to ensure maintained attention