Choosing the Right Supplement

Choosing the right supplement can feel overwhelming, especially with so many products available.

At YorkTest, our Nutritional Therapists recommend supplements based on your Food Intolerance Test results, your diet, nutritional needs and your individual health goals.

Below you’ll find an overview of the supplements available through YorkTest, including what they’re designed to support and who they may be suitable for.

Aloe Vera Complex

Aloe Vera Complex is designed to complement your nutrition while making dietary changes, including during food elimination phases.

The supplement contains a blend of botanical ingredients and plant extracts, including aloe vera, alongside ingredients such as liquorice, peppermint and bromelain.

It can be incorporated into a personalised nutrition programme alongside dietary changes recommended following your YorkTest results. As individual nutritional requirements vary, your Nutritional Therapist can help you understand whether Aloe Vera Complex is appropriate for you.

Magnesium Citrate Powder

Magnesium Citrate Powder provides magnesium in a highly bioavailable citrate form and is designed for easy integration into your daily routine as part of a personalised nutrition programme.

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in normal energy production, muscle function and nervous system activity. Maintaining a consistent intake can be particularly important when your diet is being adjusted or simplified, such as during the elimination and reintroduction phases following a Food Intolerance Test.

YorkTest’s Magnesium Citrate Powder contains 100% magnesium citrate, with no fillers, binders or unnecessary additives, and is suitable for vegetarians and vegans. As individual nutritional requirements vary, YorkTest recommends speaking with a registered Nutritional Therapist before taking supplements.

Quercetin & Nettle Complex is a targeted botanical blend designed to complement a personalised nutrition programme, particularly during the food reintroduction phase following a Food Intolerance Test.

It contains quercetin, nettle, turmeric, bromelain and elderberry – ingredients commonly used in immune-focused and general wellbeing supplement formulations. It may also be suitable during the elimination phase for people following a more structured approach to dietary changes.

As individual nutritional requirements vary, YorkTest recommends speaking with a registered Nutritional Therapist to understand whether Quercetin & Nettle Complex is appropriate for you.

Natural Enzymes Supplement

Foods have to be broken down into smaller particles to release nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and proteins before they can be absorbed by the digestive tract.

Natural Enzymes contains concentrated Pineapple and Papaya extracts, which are natural sources of digestive enzymes that help break down food.

It also contains two separate strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus and two separate strains of Bifidobacteria for gut bacteria support.

Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Natural Enzymes should not be used if you react to pineapple, papaya, corn (maize), rice or sunflower seed in your Food Intolerance Test.

YorkTest recommends only ordering Natural Enzymes following a Nutritional Therapist consultation, so you can receive personalised guidance based on your individual requirements.

Gut Bacteria Supplement

Gut Bacteria supplies a blend of beneficial bacteria that naturally occur within the digestive system.

It provides four strains of Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria:

• Acidophilus
• Kefir
• Bulgaricus
• Bifidum

The supplement provides 50 billion live organisms per daily serving and is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Gut Bacteria is designed to complement a varied and balanced diet and support your wider gut health goals as part of a healthy lifestyle. It may also form part of a personalised nutritional programme following a Food Intolerance Test or Gut Microbiome Test.

As everyone’s nutritional needs are different, YorkTest recommends purchasing Gut Bacteria following a Nutritional Therapist consultation to ensure it is appropriate for your individual dietary needs and health goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I take supplements every day?

Whether you should take supplements daily depends on your diet, nutritional needs and individual health circumstances. Your YorkTest Nutritional Therapist can advise you based on your results.

Can supplements replace a healthy diet?

No. Supplements are designed to complement a balanced diet, not replace one.

How do I know which supplement is right for me?

The right supplement depends on your individual nutritional requirements, health goals and any Food Intolerance Test results. Your Nutritional Therapist can provide personalised advice.

Can I take more than one supplement at the same time?

Some supplements can be taken together, while others may not be suitable depending on your circumstances. Always follow the advice of your healthcare professional or Nutritional Therapist.

Need personalised advice?

Our Nutritional Therapy consultation is the best place to discuss whether supplements may be appropriate for your individual needs. Your therapist can help you choose suitable products alongside a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.