181 - Nourishing Your Cells Year Round w/ Dr. Michelle Jorgensen

CellWell Model

The CellWell model, introduced by Michelle Jorgensen, emphasizes the fundamental needs of cells for optimal health. It identifies four key requirements: supplies, support, security, and signals. Supplies include nutrients, water, and air, while support involves the environment and lifestyle choices that nurture cells. Security protects cells from harm, and signals ensure proper communication and energy creation. Jorgensen explains, "Your cells are the ones that do the job. And the amazing thing is they do it all without us telling them what to do." This model simplifies health by focusing on cellular needs rather than symptomatic treatments 1 2.

   

Daily Practices

Applying the CellWell model in daily life involves understanding the body's changing needs and adapting accordingly. Michelle Jorgensen advocates for a proactive approach to health, emphasizing the importance of real food over supplements. She suggests consuming three to five plants daily, ensuring mineral intake, and engaging in grounding activities like touching the earth. "It's the synergistic combination of things in the apple that makes it so potent and powerful," she notes, highlighting the value of whole foods over isolated nutrients 3 4.

   

Needs Assessment

Assessing cellular needs requires a personalized approach, as different cells have unique requirements. Michelle Jorgensen emphasizes the importance of listening to our bodies and using symptom assessments to determine cellular needs. She explains that seasonal assessments can reveal underlying health issues, such as liver problems linked to the spring season. "We've forgotten to do it because we're so reliant on lab tests and blood," she remarks, advocating for a return to intuitive health practices 5 6.