Personalized Superfoods & Avoid Foods: Why Your List Matters More Than Any Generic Diet
- Lisa Wallace
- Aug 20
- 4 min read
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If you’ve ever tried a “one-size-fits-all” diet and wondered why it didn’t stick—or didn’t help—you’re not alone. Your gut, your microbes, your biology…they’re unique. That’s why I use Viome’s testing to build personalized Superfoods to lean into and Avoid foods to pause—for you, not the masses.
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Wait—what are “Superfoods” and “Avoid foods” ?
Viome analyzes your biology and sorts 370+ foods into simple, actionable categories: Superfoods, Enjoy, Minimize, and Avoid. Your Superfoods are the foods that best support your current biology. Avoid foods are the ones your body isn’t using well right now (they may be feeding unhelpful microbes or irritating pathways) and are worth skipping for a while.
How Viome figures this out (in plain English)
Instead of just listing which microbes are present, Viome looks at what they’re doing—their RNA “activity”—plus other signals, depending on the test you choose. That functional lens helps identify foods that can:
Enhance nutrient uptake and support beneficial short-chain fatty acids (like butyrate)
Quiet trouble-makers that can produce irritating byproducts (think excess gas, biofilms, LPS, TMA,)…and then converts that into a food list you can actually follow. Viome.com
Behind the scenes, this approach is called metatranscriptomics (RNA analysis). In short: DNA says who’s there; RNA shows what they’re doing right now.
Which test is right for you?
Gut Intelligence™ Test – Focused on your gut microbiome with a personalized food list in the four categories above plus personalized supplement recommendations based on your results. Great if you want to start with digestion and gut-related symptoms.
Full Body Intelligence™ Test – The most comprehensive option—looks at gut + oral microbiome and cellular health, delivering broader scores, personalized food recommendations, and personalized supplement recommendations to target what your body needs right now.
Why this matters (and what most people feel first)
Personalized food shifts can help you:
Feel less bloated and more comfortable after meals
See steadier energy and mood (goodbye, afternoon crash)
Experience clearer skin and better cravings
Support healthy metabolic and inflammatory pathways. When you feed the right microbes, they often pay you back with helpful compounds; when you starve the unhelpful ones, the noise quiets down.
“But why are some ‘healthy’ foods on my Avoid list?”
Because “healthy” is context-dependent. A food can be great in general but unhelpful for you right now. Your results include the why behind each category—and as your biology changes, your list can change too.
How to use your list without overwhelm
Add 1–2 Superfoods to your day.
Phase out 1–2 Avoid foods each week until they’re off your plate.”
Want extra support? Add supplements based on your Viome recommendations, or choose the convenient monthly Precision Supplements tailored to you (optional, sold separately).
Real-life tips that work
Swap, don’t suffer. If tomatoes land on Avoid, try roasted carrots or zucchini in sauces.
Think “feed the good guys.” Add fiber-rich plants and any fermented foods your list supports.
Portions still matter. Superfoods aren’t a free-for-all—use your list as a compass, not a buffet.
Retest when life changes. Travel, stress, antibiotics, or new goals? Refresh your plan.
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Quick FAQ
Do I have to avoid my Avoid foods forever? No—these are right-now recommendations. Your list can change as your biology shifts. As pathways improve, foods can move categories. Retesting updates your list.
Do the tests include supplements?
You’ll receive personalized supplement recommendations in your results. Viome’s Precision Supplements are optional and purchased separately.
Are supplements required?
No. I start with food first. Supplements can be a helpful add-on if you want extra support for specific goals.
Can I follow this with dietary preferences (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, etc.)?
Yes. Your categories (Superfoods, Enjoy, Minimize, Avoid) can be implemented within your dietary preferences and lifestyle. There is also a Vegan option for your food list!
Is this medical advice?
No—this is educational and coaching support. Please consult your healthcare provider about medical conditions or medications.
A quick personal note
I’ve used Viome testing—and their personalized supplements—for almost two years. Beyond the clarity of a plan that fits my biology, I’ve felt more energy to do the things I love (now if only Viome could give me more time to do them 😉), overall better health, zero gut issues, and a steadier mood and sharper focus. That’s my experience—yours will be uniquely yours—but if you’re ready to trade guesswork for a personalized roadmap, this is a great place to start.
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Live Vibrantly,
Coach Lisa 💚
