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Digestive Stool Test

There is an abundance of research telling us how important your microbiome is for your health.  The collection of good bacteria and the important environment created within your gut plays a huge role in your immune health, mental health, weight management and of course digestion and absorption of all the nutrients you need to get from your food. Read more about how we can help digestive problems here

How to keep your microbiome healthy

It has been shown that eating a diverse diet with a range of fruit, vegetables and fibre-rich foods is the best way to maintain a healthy population of ‘good bacteria’.  Sometimes the balance can be tipped however, which can easily lead to the destruction of the friendly bacteria. This can happen through the use of antibiotics, steroids, hormone pills, high alcohol and sugar consumption and even stress.  Once large colonies of these friendly bacteria are destroyed you may be vulnerable to infections and problems relating to the proliferation of unfriendly bacteria and yeasts.

What’s different about this test?

This comprehensive test is the most accurate analysis of your gut microbiome.  The technique used to examine the microbe populations looks for the presence of DNAand also the growth of the microbes.

What this test measures:

This test is looking at five different aspects of your digestive health.

  1. Maldigestion
  2. Inflammation
  3. Dysbiosis
  4. Metabolite Imbalance
  5. Infection

Maldigestion

You need to digest your food in order to absorb the critical nutrients it supplies. This test shows whether you are digesting fats and protein efficiently and whether you have a need for digestive enzymes.

Inflammation

Markers of your immune defences and the presence of active inflammation is an important component of this comprehensive test.  Understanding whether you have active inflammation or whether your body is able to fight off bacterial overgrowth or infection is critical to your recovery.

Dysbiosis – an imbalance of gut bacteria

This test measures your levels of good bacteria, bad bacteria and everything in between. Your good bacteria are essential for your health and the regulation of your immune system and should be present in good numbers in order to crowd out the bad guys.  Opportunistic bacteria are those that under normal circumstance will be kept in check by the good bacteria but given a poor gut environment can grow and could symptoms.

Metabolite Imbalance

The test can show you whether you have a greater need for prebiotic support. It also measures an enzyme called beta-glucuronidase which can be raised in the presence of harmful bacteria.  If the level of beta-glucuronidase is too high then toxins and hormones like oestrogen which are meant to be excreted through the digestive system are then re-circulated and reabsorbed by your body. This is particularly important to know for women with oestrogen dependent conditions like fibroids, endometriosis and certain breast cancers.

Infection

The test checks for an infection of yeasts, pathogenic bacteria and parasites.

Some yeasts are normal in the gut, but an overgrowth of yeast or different yeast strains might indicate an unfavourable environment and may contribute to symptoms of ‘brain fog’, sugar cravings, bloating and discomfort.

While unpleasant to think about, many parasites do not cause us trouble.  However, if you have a lowered immune response, a sensitive gut or another infection or overgrowth, it is thought that parasites may cause symptoms in some individuals.

Other pathogenic bacteria which can cause infections and disease including E. coli, C difficile and Helicobacter pylori can be added on to this test.

Who should take this test?

Anyone with any of the following symptoms should take this test*:

  • Digestive issues from reflux, irritated stomach or bowel, distension or bloating, feelings of extreme fullness after eating, cramps, diarrhoea or constipation, fatty or floating stools
  • Reactions to foods which may be difficult to pin-point
  • Immune-related issues such as skin rashes, unexplained joint or muscle pain
  • Those with a diagnosed autoimmune condition
  • Unexplained fatigue, brain fog
  • Difficulty losing weight or gaining weight

*Please note: It is important to discuss with your nutritionist at the consultation whether this is the best test for you. We have other digestive tests and it is important to choose the correct test based on your symptoms and history.  We can then help you to get on the correct course back to health as soon as possible.

Test Procedure

  • We organise for the lab to send you the test kit
  • The instructions are detailed so please read carefully before proceeding.
  • The test results will be returned to your nutritionist.
  • The test results will be interpreted by your nutritionist at the consultation and then a personalised diet and supplement programme will be tailored to your needs.

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Our Testimonials

I have been looking after my health with help from Dr. Glenville for many years. However, I would point out that there appears to be a dearth of information for the over 60′s. I would like to continue learning with Dr. Glenville as I have discovered that there is indeed life after the menopause.Marie
Just sending you this note of thanks. After a hair mineral test for both of us, you devised an eating plan of vitamins and minerals that we needed. Since then we had ICSI treatment and had a little girl. After her birth, I followed your programme again because I wanted another baby. This time we conceived naturally. So thank you very much for all your help. We would not be a family without your help. I am positive that with your help ICSI worked for us the first time, so thank you for that too. Susan
I have not felt healthy in almost 20 years. I am healthier, no longer hungry all the time, have lots of energy and feel more optimistic than I have in years. I feel like a new woman, I have lost inches of weight and discovered a love of exercise all through your teachings. Thank you so much. Mary
I would just like to let you know that I have been following the ‘lose your belly’ plan for two weeks now with great success. Not only have I lost weight and my flattened my belly, but I notice a big difference in my skin and hair. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.Irene
I am the lady with high FSH (50+, age 41) who had a baby following your diet, after being told I had a less than 1 per cent chance of conceiving. My husband and I want to pass on our heartfelt thanks to you for helping to bring our baby son into the world. We really cannot thank you enough for the tremendous difference you have made to our lives in helping this ‘high FSH’ lady have a baby, so long hoped for.Heather

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