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Third-Party Health Testing Services
Here are some suggestions for at-home testing kits from third-party providers. I am not affiliated with any of these companies, but they offer services that may be beneficial for your gut-healing journey. It's important to do your research and read all available information, including reviews, to make an informed decision. Choose a company that is privately owned and led by reputable individuals.
While these tests can provide valuable insights into your gut microbiota, they also have limitations. For example, at-home tests may not capture the full complexity of the microbiome, and interpreting the results can be challenging without professional guidance.
At-home breath testing for gastrointestinal conditions. Get a clear diagnosis on small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), intestinal methanogenic overgrowth (IMO), and intestinal sulfide overproduction (ISO).
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Focuses on functional and nutritional genetics
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Tests are used by integrative and functional medicine practitioners
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Includes MTHFR, detox, methylation, and nutrient pathways
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Requires a practitioner to order
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Operated by led by Alexei Fedorov Ph.D., a molecular geneticist, get Health Reports that include 80+ reports analysing 148 genetic markers that explain how your body will respond to different nutrients, vitamins, and exercise habits.
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Portable, hand-held breath testing digestive tracker device used to take breath tests to measure the levels of hydrogen and methane on your breath.
Analyse your breath with advanced sensor technology to gain insights into your body's unique response to different foods.
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Lactulose to Mannitol Test (often called the Intestinal Permeability Test)
AKA Leaky Gut Test
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The test measures how well the gut lining absorbs and prevents the passage of certain sugars—lactulose and mannitol—which are ingested in a solution.
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Mannitol is a small sugar molecule that is easily absorbed by a healthy intestinal lining. Higher levels of mannitol in the urine suggest good nutrient absorption.
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Lactulose is a larger sugar molecule that should be minimally absorbed in a healthy gut. If lactulose is found in high amounts in the urine, it suggests increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut).
After consuming the sugar solution, the urine is collected over a set period (typically 6 hours) and analysed to determine the ratio of lactulose to mannitol.
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True Health Labs Leaky Gut Test
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At-Home Methylation Saliva Test
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​"A simple, pain-free test kit that measures critical CpG sites to provide insights into your overall health and longevity. Using state-of-the-art technology previously only available at research institutions, TruMe™ looks at specific locations on your DNA to accurately reveal your biological age—empowering you to take better control of your health."
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"Get Personalized Insights Based On Your DNA's Unique Methylation Gene Mutations.
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Take a DNA test and discover important wellness insights hidden in your DNA. Find out how your methylation genes can influence your well-being. DNA kit included."
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