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The Gut Panel

Woman Seated Unwell

Do you have any of the following?

  • Bloating, gas, acid reflux, or digestion that just feels "off"

  • Diarrhea or loose stools

  • Constipation or infrequent, sluggish bowel movements (fewer than 1x per day, or difficult to pass)

  • Reacting to more and more foods over time

  • Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, or PCOS

  • Any other autoimmune condition — diagnosed or one you suspect

  • IBS, whether it's been officially diagnosed or not

  • Skin flare-ups like acne, eczema, psoriasis, or unexplained rashes

  • 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

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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)

  • Opportunistic and commensal bacterial overgrowth

  • Parasites (protozoa and worms)

  • Fungi and yeast, including Candida species

  • Viral pathogens

  • Digestive markers — pancreatic elastase, fecal fat, and more

  • Intestinal inflammation markers — calprotectin, secretory IgA

  • 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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What This Service Includes

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  • GI-MAP test kit

  • PDF Lab results 

  • Full practitioner-level lab review​

  • Interpretation video walking you through your results 

Investment: $595​

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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.

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Jaime Heer, FNTP, RWP

Based in Santa Barbara, CA

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