FUNCTIONAL GUT TESTING

Why do a Functional Gut Test, Even if You Don’t Have Symptoms?

Did you know? Functional gut testing isn’t just for Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms?!

Yes, that’s ONE obvious reason to do a functional, reputable, verified gut test…unexplained: loose stools, constipation, gas, bloating, stomach pain, nausea, acid reflux, autoimmune GI issues, SIBO, and more.

A gut test will for sure get to the root of those issues by showing imbalances in commensals, inflammation, pathogenic issues and/or other root causes. However, did you know these are some other reasons to do a Functional Gut Test?

Systemic inflammation: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, blood sugars issues like high A1C and/or insulin resistance, unexplained high hs-CRP, and more!
Skin issues: unknown rashes, psoriasis, eczema, acne and more.
Nutrient Absorption & Detoxification: a healthy gut is critical for absorbing nutrients and clearing toxins.
Immune Regulation including but not limited to autoimmune issues: 70% of the immune system is housed in the gut. Let’s ward issues off early!
Oxidative stress: systemic and outside stress can cause gut barrier issues: AKA “leaky gut” which is now a widely studied and accepted issue. This in turn causes an array of symptoms, not just gut issues.
Brain and Mood Connection: memory/brain fog, anxiety, depression, mood swings and sleep disorders. The Gut is directly linked to the brain. Have you heard of the Gut Brain Axis?! We now know it goes both ways.
Hormones: thyroid, sex hormones, peri-menopause, adrenals and more.
Weight Loss Resistance and Hunger issues: new bacteria have emerged that can create all day long hunger and even weight loss resistance. Did you see my article on peptides for weight loss last month? Read more HERE.