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Microbiome test

Has anyone here ever done a microbiome test at home and sent it away to be analysed in a laboratory & received the results back again? If so, was it any good & did you receive any benefit from this, in terms of modifying your diet according to the results?

I’m looking at some on Amazon but I don’t know if they’re gimmicks of not. Thanks

  1.  Great question! I hope others chime in and share their personal experiences! I'd suggest that you speak with your GI doctor and ask for their recommendation. In addition to speaking with your doctor, this article on the microbiome may be helpful to you: https://irritablebowelsyndrome.net/living/microbiome. Best, Kelly, Irritablebowelsyndrome.net Team Member

    1. Did you end up getting a test through your gastroenterologist? Would love to know! Thank you so much for sharing with us and I hope you're feeling well as of late. Sending positive thoughts your way! ~ Sawyer (team member)

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