Vital Health Test - Report
**A test that turns your results into real answers**
Most blood tests just give you numbers. This one gives you answers and a plan.
Uncover vital health insights, including blood sugar for energy, cholesterol and fats for heart health, and thyroid function for metabolism and hormones.
Your results reveal how energy, weight, and mood are tied to your core health systems, and what to do next.
**What’s included**
- Simple at-home finger-prick test
- Personalised health report
- Results and next steps delivered in-app
**What we test**
11 core biomarkers that reflect your heart health, cholesterol, and metabolism.
* **Blood sugar regulation:** HbA1c
* **Cholesterol and fats:**
Total Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, Total:HDL ratio, Non-HDL, Triglycerides, ApoB
* **Thyroid:**
TSH, FT4, FT3
**How it works**
1. Your test kit arrives in the mail
2. Take a quick finger-prick blood sample at home
3. Send it back in the prepaid envelope
4. Get your personalised health report in the app with insights and next steps
**Eligibility**
Not available outside of Mainland England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
**Legal**
By purchasing this product and providing your information, you agree to our Diagnostics [Terms & Conditions](https://myjuniper.co.uk/vital-health-test-terms-of-use)
Why we recommend collagen whilst on GLP-1
Collagen production naturally declines with age, and GLP-1s can speed that up. If your hair feels thinner, your skin feels different, or your joints ache more than they used to, it may be worth exploring collagen supplementation.
Ingenious Collagen is Juniper-recommended because it's designed for efficient absorption, something that matters even more on GLP-1.
Dr. Matt, Clinical Lead at Juniper
One serving daily, mixed into cold or room-temperature water. Time of day doesn't matter much. Consistency does.
Don't put it in your morning coffee. Heat degrades the peptide structure, and you're paying for those peptides to stay intact.
You can take it with or without food. If you're on a GLP-1 and eating smaller meals, taking it between meals can help it absorb without competing with your main protein intake.
Most Juniper members add collagen near the start of their GLP-1 journey. From here, you can take it into your maintenance phase - so long as you're seeing the benefits.
If you're noticing other more prominent issues, like nausea or not hitting your protein targets, focus on this first.
But if you're noticing issues related to your joints, hair & nails, changes in your body or your skin, we'd recommend to start using a clinically back collagen.
Yes. We check every product we recommend for compatibility with GLP-1s. Collagen peptides are a food-derived protein and don't interact with semaglutide, tirzepatide, or liraglutide. You don't need to space it from your injection or worry about timing.
If nausea or reflux is still flaring, take it with a small amount of food rather than on an empty stomach.
Who this isn't for: Vegans, vegetarians who don't eat fish, or anyone with a fish or shellfish allergy — this is marine-sourced collagen.
Why Ingenious Collagen is recommended for GLP-1
Designed for the changes that come with GLP-1 weight loss
Improved elasticity and hydration from around 8 weeks of consistent use, based on clinical trial data in women aged 35–55
Less of that activity-related ache, particularly if you've started moving more as your weight has come down
Many women report stronger nails and less shedding, though the strongest clinical evidence sits with skin and connective tissue
Helps maintain the structural protein in skin and connective tissue while your body is changing
Don't take our word for it
Recommended by Juniper Experts
Global Clinical Director & Advisor
Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist
Nutritionist Expert