Microbiome Testing ​

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This test was designed to detect microbes that may be disturbing normal microbial balance or contributing to illness as well as indicators of digestion, absorption, inflammation, and immune function.

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This test helps us identify reasons for constipation, diarrhea, eczema, anxiety, autoimmune conditions, SIBO, fatigue, bloating, indigestion, foul smelling gas and stool, leaky gut, and [truly so much] more. This test helps us identify specific probiotics your child needs for optimal gut health instead of just guessing. This is one of the best tools in my arsenal to optimize your child's overall health!

 

Includes: 

• 171 commensal microbes (normal flora that may or may not be balanced)

• 67 pathogenic microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses

• Inflammatory markers and markers of digestive insufficiency

• Undigested meat & vegetable fibers

• Fecal zonulin (marker of leaky gut)

• Secretory IgA (indicative of food sensitivities)

• And so much more

We know that there is a significant connection between the gut and the brain. But don't take my word for it! Here are just a handful of studies to illustrate how our gut health really impacts our total health:​

• Studies suggest "that autism spectrum disorder is associated with an unbalanced gut microbiota (dysbiosis)" https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31035684/

• "The gut microbiota has emerged as a key component in regulating brain processes and behavior." - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33693453/

• "Altering our microbiota offers a tractable approach to otherwise intractable problems of obesity and unhealthy eating" - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25103109/

  • Improving our gut health can actually improve our food selections​!

• A "decrease in the desirable gastrointestinal bacteria will lead to deterioration in gastrointestinal, neuroendocrine or immune relationships and ultimately disease" - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21303428/

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Vibrant uses a proprietary microarray hybridization technology platform, using the whole-genome data to simultaneously detect microorganisms with 99% specificity and 98% sensitivity.

Click here to view a sample stool test

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​To see if stool testing is right for your kiddo or if you have any questions about this process, you can schedule a free 15 minute phone call

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