The Terrain Ten™
The Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health works to bring awareness to what we call the 10 Hallmarks of Metabolic Imbalance, which include:
- Inflammation
- Insulin resistance
- Oxidative stress
- Hormonal imbalances
- Toxic burden
- Immune system dysfunction
- Poor mitochondrial health
- Microbiome imbalance
- Mental/emotional stress
- Nutritional deficiencies
Each of these areas impacts the body’s ability to heal, thrive, and prevent disease. By addressing them, we move closer to truly personalized, root-cause-driven care.
6 Ways You Can Improve Your metabolic health
Balance Your Blood Sugar
Support Mitochondrial Health
Support Mitochondrial Health
Stabilizing your glucose levels is key to reducing inflammation and supporting mitochondrial function. Eat whole, nutrient-dense foods, minimize refined carbs and sugar, and practice time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting (when appropriate).
Support Mitochondrial Health
Support Mitochondrial Health
Support Mitochondrial Health
Your mitochondria are the energy centers of your cells and play a vital role in metabolic health. Support them by focusing on restorative practices, balanced nutrition, and lifestyle habits that reduce stress and promote efficient energy production.
Reduce Your Toxic Load
Support Mitochondrial Health
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Minimize exposure to environmental toxins by using clean personal care and household products, filtering your water, and supporting gentle detoxification through sweating, hydration, and lymphatic movement.
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Aim for 7–9 hours of high-quality sleep each night. Deep sleep is critical for cellular repair, hormone balance, and metabolic regulation. Create a calming bedtime routine and limit screen time before bed.
Move with Intention
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Move with Intention
Incorporate regular physical activity that supports circulation, insulin sensitivity, and lymphatic flow. Walking, strength training, and restorative movement like yoga or rebounding all support terrain health.
Know Your Terrain
Prioritize Restorative Sleep
Move with Intention
Take the Terrain Ten™ Assessment to understand how your body is functioning across 10 key biological systems—including immune health, inflammation, hormones, and more. Personalized awareness is the foundation of empowered healing.