The Functional Lab Testing Series | Episode 2: Why the Gut Is at the Root of Everything & How to Know If You Need Gut Testing

Your gut is connected to far more than just digestion. Skin issues, hormone imbalances, fatigue, food sensitivities, inflammation, and even nutrient deficiencies can all have roots in the gut. But how do you know when gut testing is actually necessary? In this second episode of my Functional Lab Testing Series, we're diving into one of the most valuable tools I use in my practice: comprehensive gut testing. We talk about when gut testing makes sense, the five most common gut patterns I see in clients, and how those patterns can show up throughout the body. If you've been trying random probiotics, eliminating foods, or struggling with gut-related symptoms, this episode will help you understand what your gut may be trying to tell you.   Resources: • Which test is best for you? → • Start with functional lab testing → • Let's connect on IG →   In this episode: 01:06 – Everything's connected to the gut 03:21 – When gut testing is the next step 04:07 – What a comprehensive gut test measures 05:01 – Gut microbiome imbalance 07:19 – The gut immune system 08:32 – Digestive insufficiency 09:18 – Inflammation & root causes 10:28 – Pathogens:  H. pylori, parasites, bacteria 11:10 – The risks of unnecessary food elimination 12:02 – Why random probiotics usually don't work 12:55 – How gut testing connects back to your foundational labs 13:55 – Next week: hormone testing   I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!