Did you know that 85% of all IBS cases are actually caused by an overgrowth of parasites, bacteria, yeast or viruses?
If these micro-organisms are present in high enough levels, they can cause intestinal permeability which in turn leads to an inflamed, irritated gut. Changes in bowel function (diarrhea, constipation, or a blend of both) are common as is cramping and pain.
Patients are often given a diagnosis of IBS and told to eat low FODMAP foods, consume more fibre or “learn to live with it”, which to me is ineffectual. Not only does it not resolve the issue, it doesn’t identify the root cause of your symptoms in the first place.
The GI MAP Test by Diagnostic Solutions Lab is my test of choice to determine the underlying cause of IBS and GI symptoms. GI Map assesses for the presence of yeast, bacteria, parasites and viruses and also determines the overall health of your digestive tract and its function.
The results from this test allow us to be very strategic about how and in what order we support your body and guide it back to balance.
Click here to see a GI MAP sample test report.