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Why don't you ask about my health needs when I ask for product advice?Updated 2 months ago

We don't ask about your health needs, symptoms, or specific requirements because we're unable to provide personalised product recommendations or medical advice.

Why we can't ask about your health

As a food supplement company, we operate under strict regulations from the FDA, and EFSA. These regulations prohibit us from:

  • Asking customers about their health conditions, symptoms, or medical needs in order to recommend products

  • Providing advice on which supplements may treat, prevent, or cure specific health conditions

  • Making product recommendations based on individual health circumstances

  • Offering medical or health advice of any kind

Gathering health information to make product suggestions would constitute providing medical advice, which we are not qualified or authorised to do.

Why this protects you

Without knowing your full medical history, current medications, diagnosed conditions, and individual circumstances, any product recommendation could be:

  • Inappropriate for your specific needs

  • Unsafe if you have contraindications or drug interactions

  • Ineffective if the nutrient form, strength, or combination isn't suitable for you

  • Misleading if it implies treatment of a medical condition

This is why personalised supplement advice should only come from qualified healthcare professionals who can assess your individual situation properly.

What we can help with

Whilst we can't ask about or advise on your health needs, we're happy to provide:

Factual product information:

  • Full ingredient lists with forms and strengths

  • Allergen statements and certifications

  • Dietary suitability (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free)

  • Quality standards and testing information

  • Bioavailability of different nutrient forms

General educational content:

  • Blog articles explaining different nutrients and their functions in the body

  • Comparisons of nutrient forms (e.g., types of magnesium, vitamin D2 vs D3)

  • Information about absorption and bioavailability

  • Scientific background on ingredients

Operational support:

  • Order tracking and delivery information

  • Returns and refunds

  • Account management

  • Subscription management

  • Payment queries

How to get personalised advice

For advice on which products may be suitable for your individual needs, we strongly recommend consulting:

Your GP - Can assess your health status, review medications, and advise on appropriate supplementation

Registered healthcare practitioner - Trained to evaluate individual health needs and recommend supplements based on comprehensive assessment

Registered nutritional therapist - Specialises in nutritional support and can provide detailed supplement protocols

These professionals can:

  • Review your complete medical history

  • Consider current medications and potential interactions

  • Assess your nutrient status through testing if appropriate

  • Recommend specific products, forms, and dosages

  • Monitor your progress and adjust recommendations

If you're working with a healthcare practitioner, they can contact us directly for technical product information or apply for a practitioner account.

Browse our range independently

You're welcome to browse our full product catalogue at www.metabolics.com, where each product page includes:

  • Complete ingredient information

  • Nutrient forms and elemental strengths

  • Suggested serving sizes

  • Allergen statements

  • Dietary suitability indicators

  • Quality certifications

Our educational blog also provides in-depth articles on various nutrients, helping you understand the science without making health claims.

If you need more help

For factual questions about specific products (not personalised recommendations):

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Phone: +44 (0)1380 812799

  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM UK time

For personalised supplement advice, please consult your GP or registered healthcare practitioner.

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