You know that feeling when certain foods make you feel great, while others...not so much? That's because everyone's microbiome and their body is unique, and their diets should be too—which is why personalized nutrition is so essential to health and longevity. Food and supplements help your body function and repair itself, but no two people react to all food and supplements the same way.
When you receive your Viome results, your foods will be sorted into four categories based on your unique gut microbiome analysis. Explore what each category means and how to incorporate these recommendations into your daily life.
Superfoods
Your Superfoods are the VIPs of your personal nutrition plan. These are the foods that your gut microbiome absolutely loves—they're packed with precisely what your body needs to function at its best. Think of these as your go-to foods when you want to feel energized and healthy. They are specifically matched to your microbiome's current needs. They often provide nutrients that support your body's current health priorities and can help optimize your gut function.
Practical tips for Superfoods:
Try to include at least one superfood in each meal
Keep these foods readily available in your kitchen
Consider meal prepping with these foods to ensure you eat them regularly
If you're not used to certain superfoods, introduce them gradually
Enjoy Foods
Enjoy foods are reliable everyday options. They work well with your current microbial composition. While they might not provide the same targeted benefits as your superfoods, they're still good choices for regular consumption. You can incorporate these regularly into your meals without worrying.
How to work with Enjoy foods:
Use these as your dietary staples
Mix and match with superfoods for balanced meals
These foods can form the foundation of your meal planning
Feel confident incorporating these regularly into your diet
Minimize Foods
These foods aren't optimal for your current health needs and goals but don't need to be eliminated entirely. However, they could cause mild disruptions if eaten frequently or in large amounts. Consider them your "occasional treats" category, as occasional additions to your diet rather than everyday staples.
Guidelines for Minimize foods:
Consider portion control when eating these foods
Limit them to occasional consumption, no more than 1-2 foods from this category per day
Pay attention to how you feel after eating them
Try to avoid combining multiple minimize foods in the same meal
Avoid Foods
Avoid foods are exactly what they sound like—they have been identified to create disruptions or imbalances based on your current biological and microbial composition and can lead to discomfort or other unwanted reactions, such as bloating or other issues specific to your body. It's best to steer clear of these, at least for now.
Managing Avoid foods:
Keep a list of these foods handy when grocery shopping
Check ingredient lists for hidden avoid foods
If eating out, ask about ingredients to prevent accidental consumption
Consider finding alternatives that are in your Enjoy or Superfood categories
How Does Viome Figure All This Out?
Here's the interesting part – Viome uses RNA sequencing technology to analyze what's actually happening in your body based on your test. It is a one-of-a-kind experience that makes personalized nutrition and precision health available and accessible to all who want to take back control of their health. Here's how the whole process works:
You start by ordering and registering your test kit
Collect your samples at home (don't worry, they provide clear instructions!)
Fill out a questionnaire about your health history and preferences
Send everything to the Viome lab
In about two weeks, you'll get your results
Your results will include more than just food categories. You'll also get:
Detailed health scores based on various biomarkers
Supplement recommendations tailored to your needs
Suggestions for probiotics and other beneficial compounds
Regular updates through their app as new research emerges
What Can You Expect to Notice Health Changes?
When you follow your personalized food plan, you might notice several improvements. Many people report:
Less bloating after meals
Better energy levels throughout the day
Improved digestion
Better mood and mental clarity
Easier weight management
The best part is that this isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Since it's based on your unique gut analysis, the recommendations are specifically tailored to how your body processes different foods.
This targeted approach to nutrition might be particularly helpful if you've tried other diets or eating plans without success or if you've been dealing with persistent digestive issues despite eating what you thought was a healthy diet.
Remember, your gut microbiome can change over time, so what works for you now might need adjusting in the future. That's why Viome continues to provide updates and refined recommendations as we learn more about your body's patterns and responses.
