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To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

Stuck at home and afraid to go out? If you have a vulnerable immune system or are over 65 years old, it may be better to stay at home than to set foot into a grocery store right now. The difficulty is that many of the online grocery delivery options like Peapod, Shipt and Prime Now have extremely limited delivery windows due to the high demand. While this may change in the coming days, I’ve compiled for you some different options-from shelf stable grocery-like suppliers to ready made meals-these options will make your life easier! PS-most of these sites have discount offers for newbies right now! 

  1. Instacart
    • A grocery delivery service where someone does the shopping for you and leaves the groceries at your door-it includes stores like Wegmans, Market Basket, Costco, Star Market and Shaws
    • It currently has some delays in delivery times based on your zipcode; I would give yourself a 5-7 day buffer. This delay will likely improve as they are actively hiring more shoppers!
  2. Thrive Market
    • Stock up on your favorite nutritious shelf-stable pantry items like canned wild seafood, bean pasta and sugar free condiments; they even ship out non-toxic household cleaning products, grass fed beef and organic wines!
    • A great option for those of you who plan ahead, want to save money and can wait-they state that with the recent high demand most orders are arriving 10-14 days from order date.
  3. Green Chef
    • Sick of searching for recipes? Get your cooking juices flowing with this certified organic meal service! You choose the plan that fits you (from Keto to Family friendly) and they deliver the prepped ingredients and recipes right to your doorstep.
    • Your meals can be at your doorstep 1 week from the order date!
  4. Trifecta 
    • Want to avoid cooking altogether? Trifecta offers ready made meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner that are all completely gluten free. Not only is all food made in a dedicated GF kitchen, they source everything as organic and high quality as possible. 
    • Deliveries go out every week on fridays.
  5. Paleo on the Go 
    • Want to stay consistent with your autoimmune protocol while stuck at home? Not to fear! Paleo on the Go offers ready made meals and snacks for those following an autoimmune protocol, paleo or even whole 30!
    • Meals can ship out in under a week!
  6. Fresh N Lean
    • The most affordable option I could find for ready made meals that also are prepped in a gluten free kitchen with a focus on high quality sourcing. They even offer a ‘vegan low carb’ option and meals can be at your doorstep in a matter of days.

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To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test looks for the inappropriate presence of bacteria in the small intestine known as Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth or “SIBO”.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Breath

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

COST

$85-$225 depending on insurance coverage. 

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At Home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$699

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. Repeat test prices $249

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the genetic profile for multiple health indicators. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood Spot

COST

$319

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This company can test for lyme, babesia, bartonella and additional tick-borne illnesses. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

around $1600 (depends on panel selected)

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. May be reimbursed with PPO plans.
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$299

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates a wide range of environmental toxins that may be leading to harmful health effects.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$199

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins.
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Blood work for blood count, urinalysis and vitamin levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

NOTES

You often have to fast for these tests-please check your providers notes.

COST

Depending on the test, deductible or copay may apply.

INSURANCE

Depends on insurance coverage, deductible or copay may apply.
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Glyphosate (“Round Up”) is a pesticide that is widely used and this test indicates the body’s levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$99 ($69 if performed with mycotoxins or environmental toxins).

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins or GPL Tox.
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates many measures including micronutrients, antioxidants, minerals, detox, overview of gut function, omegas and toxic exposure. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$179 – $400

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

INSTRUCTIONS

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the gut function and indicates microbiome balance, overgrowth, infection, inflammation, parasites and digestive efficacy. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Stool

COST

$179-$425 depending on insurance coverage.

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

No probiotics for one week.

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the full menstrual cycle, female hormones, and adrenal profile.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

COST

$160-$329

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

NOTES

Must be off hormones in order to do the testing.
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is specifically for a tick-borne illness called “Bartonella”.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

COST

$260

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of potentially harmful heavy metals stored in the body.  Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

Testing: $79 x2 paid to Doctor’s Data
DMSA: $38 paid to Johnson’s Compounding Pharmacy

INSURANCE

Not covered by Insurance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test measures saliva cortisol testing throughout the course of one day and informs us where there might be an adrenal imbalance.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Saliva

COST

$80

INSURANCE

No insurance coverage

To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance
To Shop or Not to Shop? COVID-19 Grocery Guidance

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is designed to look at food sensitivities (IgG immune responses). It is available in both a 99 or 184 panel. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

$129-238

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted