What works for one person may completely fail for another.
But many still keep trying to copy what they see online. Also it is often seen that the medicine we prescribe for one person for example for cough will be consumed by other members of the family also without consultation if they are met with the same problem. This has often lead to worsening of disease condition or unnecessary intake of medicines.
Even identical twins raised the same way respond differently.
We’re not clones — our bodies, minds, and lives are all unique.
So how can one rule, one diet, or one “magic product” fit everyone? A medicine that heals one person may do nothing for another.
A hair oil that worked wonders for your friend might not suit your scalp at all.
That’s not failure — that’s individuality.
“Do this for glowing skin”,
“Eat this for better focus”,
“Follow this routine for success” —
sound very convincing, but… they ignore you.
Your body, your lifestyle, your mental space which are all unique I feel that if people want real results, individual guidance and consultation is a must . What are your thoughts?
In the near future, pharmacy will soon enter the field of personalized medicine.
In this, the professional will assess the individual’s genome, body type, and history, based on which a unique drug will be synthesized for the specific problem.
Genetic engineering is already a form of personalized medicine, as custom treatment is made for every patient.
Absolutely agree. Individual variability plays a huge role in how people respond to medicines, diets, and routines. What works for one may not work for another, and copying without proper consultation can do more harm than good. Personalized guidance is essential for safe and effective outcomes.
In medicine, this is especially true. Every patient is different genetics, lifestyle, comorbidities, environment, and even psychology affect outcomes. That’s why individualized, patient-centric care matters more than rigid protocols. Evidence guides us, but context decides what actually works.
This article makes an important point: what works well for one person doesn’t always work for another. Individual differences in genetics, lifestyle, health status, and response to interventions mean that broad generalizations can be misleading. Tailoring care based on evidence and patient context rather than one-size-fits-all thinking leads to safer, more effective outcomes.
This is such an important reminder. We forget that medicine, nutrition, and even self care are not one size fits all. What works beautifully for one person can genuinely harm another. Individuality matters more than trends.
This is a very alarming post. Usually, people tend to self-prescribe medications based on the experience they hear from others. This is most commonly observed in the case of dermatological ailments, but people are usually unaware of what harmful effects this might have on oneself because of different physiological factors. To prevent this from happening, patients are supposed to be counselled at the time of dispensing.
Yes, medicine’s effects vary widely between individuals due to factors like genetics, lifestyle, age, and health status—what works perfectly for one person may fail or cause issues for another. Suggesting treatments casually without context can indeed worsen outcomes by ignoring these differences. Personalized consultations with doctors are crucial, as they assess your unique profile to minimize risks and complications.
Absolutely agree with you. One-size-fits-all advice ignores human biology and context. Individual assessment, proper consultation, and personalization are essential, especially in medicine, otherwise even “harmless” copying can do real harm.
Great insight! It’s so true that what works for one person might not work for another - generalizations can be easy to make, but individual differences really matter in outcomes and success.
Exactly, it’s true that is why we study medicine because each and every patient and it’s response is different. Which is why it’s always the individual plan of treatment and not group treatment.