Gut Health: Beyond Digestion
Your digestive system is much more than a food processor — it’s central to immune regulation, hormone metabolism, and inflammation control. Many people struggle with bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or food sensitivities for years before discovering the root causes. That’s why we take a comprehensive, whole-person approach, evaluating gut health alongside immune function, nutrient status, and stress physiology.
Labs help uncover hidden imbalances, bacterial overgrowth, inflammation, and food sensitivities that often go undetected with basic testing. Addressing these contributors supports better digestion, energy, immune balance, and overall wellness.
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
SIBO occurs when excessive bacteria grow in the small intestine, causing bloating, irregular bowel habits, and nutrient malabsorption.
Common symptoms:
- Persistent bloating, gas, or abdominal discomfort
- Diarrhea, constipation, or alternating bowel habits
- Fatigue or cognitive difficulties
Importance of labs: Breath testing and gut microbiome analysis confirm bacterial overgrowth and inform antimicrobial and gut-healing protocols.
Checklist:
☐ Bloating or gas after meals
☐ Constipation, diarrhea, or alternating stool patterns
☐ Fatigue or cognitive difficulties
IBS with Persistent Symptoms
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
Irritable bowel syndrome can lead to chronic abdominal pain, altered bowel movements, and digestive discomfort that persists despite standard management.
Common symptoms:
- Chronic abdominal pain or cramping
- Irregular bowel habits
- Symptom flare-ups triggered by specific foods
Importance of labs: Comprehensive stool and inflammatory markers detect underlying gut dysbiosis or immune activity that standard IBS diagnoses may overlook.
Checklist:
☐ Chronic abdominal pain
☐ Irregular bowel habits
☐ Symptom exacerbation from specific foods
Food Sensitivities and Gut Inflammation
Chronic Bloating, Constipation, or Diarrhea
Chronic Bloating, Constipation, or Diarrhea
Immune or inflammatory responses to certain foods can trigger bloating, fatigue, headaches, skin reactions, or chronic low-grade inflammation.
Common symptoms:
- Unexplained bloating or nausea
- Skin reactions, headaches, or fatigue
- Chronic low-grade inflammation
Importance of labs: Food sensitivity testing and gut integrity markers identify triggers and guide dietary interventions and gut-healing strategies.
Checklist:
☐ Discomfort after specific foods
☐ Skin reactions or headaches
☐ Persistent fatigue
Chronic Bloating, Constipation, or Diarrhea
Chronic Bloating, Constipation, or Diarrhea
Chronic Bloating, Constipation, or Diarrhea
Ongoing digestive irregularities may indicate dysbiosis, motility issues, or impaired nutrient absorption that requires targeted evaluation.
Common symptoms:
- Ongoing digestive irregularity affecting energy and overall function
- May indicate dysbiosis, motility issues, or nutrient malabsorption
Importance of labs: Stool analysis, gut permeability tests, and nutrient panels provide actionable insight to guide individualized treatment.
Checklist:
☐ Bloating or abdominal discomfort
☐ Constipation or diarrhea
☐ Unexplained nutrient deficiencies