A Positive Thyroglobulin Test May Not Be What You Think
A positive thyroglobulin test doesn’t quite rule out Hashimoto’s or Grave’s disease. Hear how to interpret results to understand your thyroid health status.
Dysbiosis or Adaptation: How Stable is the Gut Microbiome?
Dr. Tom Guillams and I discuss the limitations of stool testing for clinical action, and how to best cultivate an adaptable microbiome.
New IBS Test with IBS & SIBO Researcher Dr. Mark Pimentel
If you’re struggling with IBS or SIBO-like symptoms, a new blood test can help confirm a diagnosis. Learn more about how to get it...
Functional Medicine Tests, “Which Should I Do?” – Listener Question
Here is a great question from our audience. To paraphrase, “My new functional medicine doctor has recommended 7 tests, costing over $5,000. Which of...
Is SIBO a Real Condition?
SIBO stands for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and essentially means someone has too much bacteria in their small intestine. This may cause the symptoms...
Mapping Your Microbiota – Health Miracle or Hyperbole, with Professor Rob Knight
The impact of the gut on one’s overall health is quite remarkable. Knowing this leads to a very tempting proposition – map the world...
Organic Acid Testing for Gut Dysbiosis and Beyond, with Dr. Jeff Moss
Organic acid testing is very popular in some functional medicine circles. I am open to it, but have had some reservations. Dr. Jeff Moss...
SIBO Breath Testing – Review of the North American Consensus with Dr. Allison Siebecker
SIBO breath testing can be an incredibly valuable tool for those suffering with gas, bloating, abdominal pain, loose stools, and/or constipation. However, there is...
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