Designs for Health

09/03/2026

How many different ways can we support your practice? More than you might think.

For Derek Johnson, Integrative and Holistic Nutritionist (B.S. Dietetics, C.N.), working with Designs for Health means having a trusted team that's responsive, accessible, and committed to helping practitioners deliver their best care, from product questions and shipping support to educational resources and practice needs.

Watch why ongoing support makes all the difference.

09/02/2026

Menopause is a shared biological transition—but the experience is anything but one-size-fits-all.

In his latest article, Dr. David Brady explores how comprehensive hormone testing may provide additional insight into the hormonal patterns underlying symptoms during menopause and help clinicians take a more individualized approach to care.

Through research and a published case report, he examines how looking beyond symptoms alone—and considering hormone metabolism, nutrition, lifestyle, and other contributing factors—may help inform more targeted support.

Read the full article here: https://dfhsocial.com/4y55OvB

Menopause is a major biological transition, yet the changes that come with it are often treated as something women simply have to accept…

09/01/2026

Your hormones are always changing, and a single snapshot won't capture the story.

Hormone Spotlight follows them across a full day, using advanced lab testing to reveal meaningful patterns in production, metabolism, and daily rhythms.

The result? Greater insight into your unique hormone patterns, supporting more personalized nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation recommendations.

Ask your health-care practitioner whether comprehensive hormone testing may be right for you.

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The Designs for Health Spotlight™ functional wellness tests are not diagnostic and are not eligible for coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, or medical insurance.

08/31/2026

What if histamine is the part of the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) conversation we've been missing?

Emerging research suggests that, for some people, histamine may play a role in digestive complaints alongside other factors.

In this new case study, researchers explored how supporting histamine metabolism alongside personalized dietary changes was associated with meaningful improvements in IBS-related complaints for one patient.

It's another example of how our understanding of gut health continues to evolve, and why finding the root cause may be just as important as managing the symptoms.

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08/27/2026

The form of magnesium you choose can be the difference between supporting sleep, energy, cognitive function, muscle recovery, or digestive health.

So how do you know which one is right for a particular clinical goal?

Our latest blog breaks down the key differences between commonly used forms, including:

Magnesium glycinate chelate buffered
Magnesium malate
Magnesium L-threonate
Magnesium citrate

Plus, we explore why magnesium status is often overlooked, why absorption and tolerability matter, and we discuss how to choose the best option based on you or your patient's needs.

Read the full article here: https://dfhsocial.com/4cnhrpe

08/26/2026

"We're fortunate that we've never had to cut corners. So we never did."

That's our founder, Jonathan Lizotte, on the decisions behind every formula: the form of the nutrient, the testing behind it, and the delivery system it calls for. Small choices that carry real weight, and the ones that separate a good formula from a great one.

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08/20/2026

What does it take to prove a supplement meets its label claims?

In this clip, our founder, Jonathan Lizotte, explains why quality requires a significant investment in testing—not only through trusted third-party laboratories, but also through robust in-house capabilities.

At Designs for Health, we’ve invested millions of dollars in our own laboratories and testing processes. This combination of internal expertise and independent verification helps us confirm that our products meet rigorous standards for identity, purity, potency, and safety.

Because quality isn’t simply claimed. It’s proven.

08/19/2026

What do this year's NutraIngredients-USA Award winners say about the future of nutrition?

The 2026 winners highlight several of the industry's fastest-growing areas—from microbiome modulation and healthy aging to women's health, weight management, and beauty-from-within.

It's exciting to see continued momentum behind science-driven innovation and the evolution of more targeted, personalized nutrition solutions.

Take a look at the article by for a recap of this year's winners and the trends shaping the future of our industry.

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Healthy aging appeared across both ingredient and finished product awards. Microbiome innovation continued to expand beyond traditional probiotics.

08/14/2026

PCOS has a new name, and it’s more than a terminology update.

In 2026, a global consensus officially renamed polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS) to **polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS)**, a change that reflects a broader understanding of the condition and the metabolic and hormonal processes that drive it.

The new name shifts the conversation beyond the ovaries alone and toward the underlying physiology, including insulin sensitivity, endocrine function, and long-term metabolic health.

In our latest blog, we explore:�
• Why the name changed
• What PMOS means for clinical understanding
• How this updated framework may influence future approaches to care

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

08/13/2026

What makes a gut bacterium “foundational”?

In his latest article, Dr. David Brady, Chief Medical Officer, takes a closer look at keystone commensals, the bacteria that help support the structure, resilience, and function of the broader gut ecosystem.

The article explores:
• How keystone species support microbial cross-feeding
• The roles of Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and Roseburia intestinalis in butyrate production
• Why these oxygen-sensitive organisms have historically been absent from conventional probiotics
• How advances in Microbial Ecosystem Therapeutics and anaerobic manufacturing are making next-generation formulations possible

As microbiome science evolves, the conversation is moving beyond simply adding more strains and toward understanding how the gut ecosystem works together.

Read the full article to learn why these foundational bacteria are changing the future of probiotic support.

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Most probiotic supplements on the market today are dominated by species from just a few bacterial genera, most commonly Lactobacillus and…