The Gut Panel

Do you have any of the following?
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Bloating, gas, acid reflux, or digestion that just feels "off"
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Diarrhea or loose stools
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Constipation or infrequent, sluggish bowel movements (fewer than 1x per day, or difficult to pass)
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Reacting to more and more foods over time
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Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, or PCOS
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Any other autoimmune condition — diagnosed or one you suspect
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IBS, whether it's been officially diagnosed or not
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Skin flare-ups like acne, eczema, psoriasis, or unexplained rashes
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Hormonal symptoms — intense PMS, heavy periods, breast tenderness, or fibroids
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…then you need to look at your gut!
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Each of these can look like a separate, unrelated issue. But more often than not, they're all downstream signs pointing back to the same root: an imbalanced gut.
You've Already Been Tested.
So Why Don't You Have Answers?
If you've been to the GI doctor, run the standard panels, and walked away with a prescription that manages symptoms instead of explaining them — you're not imagining that something's still missing.
How it works:
Order & Test at Home
Receive & Review Results
Get Personalized Insights

Let's look deeper to see what's really going on inside your gut.
What the GI-MAP Looks At:
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Pathogenic bacteria (e.g., H. pylori, C. difficile, Salmonella)
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Opportunistic and commensal bacterial overgrowth
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Parasites (protozoa and worms)
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Fungi and yeast, including Candida species
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Viral pathogens
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Digestive markers — pancreatic elastase, fecal fat, and more
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Intestinal inflammation markers — calprotectin, secretory IgA
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Gluten antibodies — anti-gliadin
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This level of detail allows for a targeted protocol rather than a generic one — you're addressing what's actually present, not guessing based on symptoms alone.
How This Connects to What You're Experiencing
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Every marker on your GI-MAP tells part of a bigger story. Here's how these results commonly connect to the symptoms above:
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Beneficial bacteria & digestive markers → poor digestion, bloating, gas, and acid reflux
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Digestive markers (elastase, steatocrit → loose stools or diarrhea, undigested dietary fat​​​
​Intestinal inflammation & immune markers (calprotectin, secretory IgA) → multiple food sensitivities and reactions
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Opportunistic bacteria, inflammation & immune markers → Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, PCOS, and other autoimmune patterns — diagnosed or suspected​

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​Intestinal inflammation & immune markers (calprotectin, secretory IgA) → multiple food sensitivities and reactions
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Opportunistic bacteria, inflammation & immune markers → Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, PCOS, and other autoimmune patterns — diagnosed or suspected
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Inflammation markers & overall gut balance → IBS, whether officially diagnosed or not
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Opportunistic/troublemaker bacteria & yeast → skin issues like acne, eczema, psoriasis, or chronic rashes
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This is exactly why a single symptom rarely has a single answer — and why looking at your gut as a whole system, not one marker at a time, is what leads to real clarity.
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At Better Belly Nutrition, I take a root-cause,
whole-body approach to health — not a one-size-fits-all fix.​​
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And after years of working with clients, I know one thing to be true: sometimes what's driving your symptoms runs deeper than a single test can capture.
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Even so, the GI-MAP is one of the most valuable starting points I recommend. It gives you real data — not more guessing — about what's actually happening in your gut, and it's often the missing piece that finally connects your symptoms to something concrete.
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This service includes a personalized video walkthrough of your results — it does not include a written report or treatment protocol. If you want support turning your results into an actual plan, that's available through my 1:1 consultation.​
What Happens After Ordering:
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1. Order Your Test: Order your GI-MAP kit directly through [practitioner ordering link/portal — insert here]. Because this is a specialty lab test, it's only available through a licensed or certified practitioner, which is why it's not sold directly through mainstream retailers.
2. Collect Your Sample at Home: Once your kit arrives, you'll follow simple, guided instructions to collect a stool sample and mail it directly to the lab. No appointment or blood draw required.
3. Results Are Sent to Me for Review: Results typically take 2–3 weeks. I review your full panel in detail before we meet, cross-referencing markers against your intake history and current symptoms.
4. Interpretation Video: I'll send you a video walking you through your results and explaining what any imbalanced markers mean so you have a clear understanding of what the test is showing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need a doctor's referral to order this test?
No. As a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I can authorize the order for you directly.
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Is this covered by insurance?
No, this service is not covered under insurance.
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Will you diagnose me?
No. As a Nutritional Therapy & Restorative Health Practitioner I don't diagnose or treat disease. I interpret your results through a functional, nutrition-focused lens. If your results indicate something requiring medical attention, I'll always recommend you follow up with your physician.
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How long until I get my results?
Labs typically take 2–3 weeks from the day your sample is received. I'll send you your video interpretation within 10 days of recieving your results.
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What if I would like more support after I receive my interpretation video? Many clients choose to continue working with me on a personalized gut-healing protocol based on their results. This is entirely optional — you can learn more about working with me 1:1 by clicking here.
