Nutrient Optimizer

The primary goal of the Nutrient Optimiser algorithm is to
help you get more of the nutrients you need without excess energy.
Various micronutrients interact with each other and compete for
absorption, so balancing these nutrients is also beneficial.
Rather than emphasising nutrients based on your nutrient ratios,
the Nutrient Optimiser uses the nutrient ratios as a safety check
to make sure that you're not being recommended any food that will
push micronutrient imbalances and to maximise the benefit of your diet.


1. Your omega-6:omega-3 ratio is elevated, so you should
consider reducing foods that contain significant amounts
of vegetable oils and prioritise wild-caught seafood.

2. Generally, it's not advisable to supplement with zinc
or copper. But instead you should make sure your diet has
adequate amounts of whole foods that contain these nutrients,
ideally in a reasonable balance. Your body will absorb what
it needs and excrete the rest. Focus on Liver, other organ
meats, and Oysters.


3. The potassium:sodium ratio is possibly the most important
of all the nutrient ratios. If you focus on getting enough potassium,
you likely don't need to worry so much about sodium. There's nothing
wrong with salting your food to taste. But if you are thinking of
supplementing, you most likely need more potassium rather than sodium.
Focus on Avocado, Sweet Potato, and Spinach.


4. Calcium and magnesium also compete with one other and interfere
with the other's functions if they are out of balance. Your ratio is good,
but is due to supplememtaion. Focus on Almonds, Spinach, and Avocado.

5. Higher calcium:phosphorus ratios tend to be associated with
reduced risk of obesity. Supplementing calcium does not appear to be
beneficial. Whole foods are best. Focus on Almonds, Kale, and Broccoli.

While the Nutrient Optimiser will highlight some supplements to help
you meet the Daily Recommended Intake levels for important nutrients,
supplements don't absorb into our system the same way and don't appear in the right ratios and combinations. Whole foods are always going to be optimal.