Hey Ladies—Could AI Actually Help Women’s Wellness?

Hey ladies,

This popped up on my newsfeed last week, and I thought, hmm… okay, I don’t know much about AI, but this actually sounds promising. AI has always seemed like one of those futuristic, tech-world things that had nothing to do with holistic wellness. But if we’re moving into a world where AI is becoming a bigger part of healthcare, then it should be used in ways that genuinely benefit women—not just as data points, but as whole, complex individuals with unique health needs.

So when I came across something called Mal-ID, a new AI-driven diagnostic tool, I paid attention. The idea? A single blood test that could detect autoimmune diseases, infections, and even track how well the body responds to vaccines.

For women who have spent years trying to get answers about their health, this could be a game-changer. Autoimmune diseases disproportionately affect women, yet many struggle with misdiagnoses, being dismissed by doctors, or simply not having the right tests available. If AI can speed up that process, reduce bias, and provide answers sooner, then this is the kind of innovation that actually makes a difference.

Why Women’s Health Needs Better Testing

So many women know this experience all too well. The fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, hormone imbalances—something isn’t right, but test after test comes back “normal.” The doctor suggests it might be stress, lack of sleep, or anxiety. But deep down, you know something else is going on.

This is especially common with autoimmune diseases, which affect 75-80% of women but can take years to diagnose. Some of the most common include:

• Lupus – 90% of cases are in women

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

• Endometriosis (which has autoimmune-like symptoms)

  
  

These conditions don’t appear overnight—they build up slowly. And because their symptoms overlap with so many other issues, women often go through years of frustration before getting a clear diagnosis. Mal-ID could change that by detecting immune system patterns early, before symptoms become severe, allowing women to get the care and support they need sooner.

How Mal-ID Works

The immune system holds a memory of everything it has encountered—viruses, infections, inflammation, and autoimmune responses. Mal-ID works by analysing immune receptor sequences (BCRs and TCRs) in the blood, giving a full picture of how the immune system is responding to threats.

• Faster Diagnoses – Identifies diseases at an early stage

• More Accurate Testing – Reads immune patterns, not just isolated test results

• Comprehensive Screening – Detects multiple conditions in one test

For women experiencing unexplained symptoms, this means less waiting, fewer misdiagnoses, and better clarity about what’s happening in the body.

How This Supports a Holistic Approach

Having the right diagnosis is only the first step—true wellness comes from understanding the body and giving it the support it needs. Mal-ID provides knowledge, and knowledge allows for action.

• Nutrition that strengthens immune function – A personalised diet can reduce inflammation and support healing

• Stress reduction and emotional balance – Techniques like meditation, breathwork, and energy healing help regulate immune responses

• Gut health and detoxification – The gut is closely linked to immune health, and improving digestion can improve overall wellness

• Movement and body awareness – Gentle exercise, stretching, and lymphatic support can help reduce autoimmune flare-ups

  
  

Holistic wellness isn’t about ignoring science—it’s about combining modern medical advancements with natural, sustainable approaches to health.

The Future of Women’s Health

Women’s health has been overlooked for too long. Too many have had to push for answers, advocate for themselves, or be told their symptoms aren’t serious.

Mal-ID has the potential to remove the guesswork from women’s healthcare. It isn’t about opinions or outdated medical assumptions—it’s about hard data, giving women concrete answers about their health.

What’s Next?

Mal-ID is still in the research phase, so it’s not available to the public just yet. Some challenges include:

• More clinical trials to ensure accuracy

• Costs of sequencing technology that need to be made affordable

• Integration into mainstream healthcare systems

This is the direction healthcare is heading, and the more awareness and demand for innovation in women’s health, the sooner these tools will become accessible.

A New Way to Approach Wellness

For years, women have had to fight to be heard in healthcare. Mal-ID is a step toward changing that narrative. If AI is going to be part of the future, it should be used in ways that genuinely help women—and this is a perfect example.

As a wellness practitioner , it will be incredible to say to clients, "Go get checked. It takes minutes, just one drop of blood, and it can detect early signs of autoimmune conditions, infections, or even how your body is responding to treatments. No more second-guessing your symptoms."

Having this kind of clarity would remove so much stress and uncertainty from health journeys. Instead of waiting for things to get worse, women could take control of their wellness sooner.

Would this kind of testing change the way you approach your health? Share your thoughts—I’d love to hear them.

Alicia x

"Nurture Your Whole Self"