Salugen first identifies genes that are closely related to various health concerns, such as excess weight or joint problems that run in families. It probably makes sense to you that issues like these have a family history and that genes can play an important factor.

Then Salugen collects a DNA sample from a consumer using swabs rubbed inside the cheek of the mouth, extracts DNA from those cells, and analyzes the DNA sample against a panel of genes. From these genetic profiles, Salugen is able to identify potential predispositions to certain healthcare concerns and nutrient needs.

Finally, Salugen creates a nutritional supplement protocol that is designed to compensate for these genetic predispositions. For example, the nutritional supplement for weight is called GenoTrim™.  The nutrional supplement for joint problems is called GenoFlex™.

Great question - the short answer is 4 to 6 weeks, depending on how quickly you return your DNA sample.  There are many steps and several exchanges including sending the kit to you, having the completed kit sent back to us, results being used to formulate your nutritional supplement, and finally sending the supplement to you. These steps can take longer if they involve international shipments.

That is why Salugen has chosen Fed Ex to be the official shipping company for Salugen. This allows both you and us to track every shipment.

Yes. We have very secure processes around the use of DNA that is outlined in our Informed Consent and Privacy Policy (click here).

No.  Your DNA sample is used to determine if you have specific mutations that research has shown is a marker for certain contributing factors for the condition you're interested in, such as weight.  When we test your DNA, we are seeking a specific result.  We are not doing a broad based, complete and total analysis of your DNA.  We could do that but it would be very expensive.  We are only looking at specific gene makers.

GenoTrim™ is a service that uncovers the secrets about you that are locked in your DNA and then uses this knowledge to create a personalized nutritional supplement to help you compensate for your genetic predispositions related to weight.* GenoTrim™ is  currently available in The Netherlands. For more information on GenoTrim™, please visit www.genotrim.nl.

No company in the world can do what Salugen delivers to its customers. Salugen’s proprietary scientific and rational approach to nutrition is supported by years of pharmaceutical and research experience, and foundational publications in the areas of genes, pharmacogenomics, and nutrition. Salugen’s patent-protected platform provides it with a unique opportunity to deliver on the promise of individualized medicine. Some companies provide genetic testing to give insights into health and nutrition, but no answers to deal with those predispositions. Some companies use genetic testing to qualify consumers for one-size-fits-all bottles of pills (i.e. “you have a genetic risk for heart problems, so here’s our heart health formula”). One company even racially-profiles consumers and then gives them a formula based upon the darkness of their skin color. All of these incomplete approaches pale in comparison to the complex algorithms and scientific approach used by Salugen.