THIS TEST CAN HELP EXPLAIN

Why your child might be struggling with...

• Chronic constipation or diarrhea

• Bloating, gas, or stomach pain

• Eczema or skin issues

• Anxiety or mood swings

• Poor focus or attention

• Fatigue and low energy

• Frequent illness

• Picky eating or strong food aversions

• Poor growth or nutrient absorption

These aren't separate problems. They're often connected — and the gut is usually where we find the thread.

HOW IT WORKS

Simple process, done at home.

1. Add testing at the start of your program When you complete your intake paperwork, you'll see an option to add microbiome testing. The earlier you add it, the more time we have to get results back before your second session — which is when we'll review everything together.

2. I order the test for your child No figuring out lab orders on your own. I got you!

3. At-home stool collection A kit arrives at your door. Collection happens at home, on your schedule — no lab visits needed.

4. We review results together at session 2 I walk you through what we found, what it means for your child specifically, and exactly how we're going to use it to guide your plan.

WHAT'S TESTED

A comprehensive look at what's going on in the gut.

• 171 commensal microbes — the normal flora that may or may not be in balance

• 67 pathogenic microorganisms — including bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses

• Inflammatory markers — signs of gut inflammation or immune activation

• Digestive markers — how well your child is actually breaking down and absorbing food

• Undigested fibers and meat — indicators of digestive insufficiency

• Fecal zonulin — a marker of intestinal permeability (leaky gut)

• Secretory IgA — can indicate food sensitivities

• Specific probiotic needs — so we're not guessing which strains will actually help

ADD-ON TO THE NOURISHED PATHWAY

What's happening in your child's gut is affecting a lot more than their digestion.

Functional nutrition testing takes the guesswork out of your child's nutrition plan — uncovering the gut imbalances driving constipation, diarrhea, and digestive discomfort, and identifying root causes that standard pediatric visits often miss.

Here's the thing: the gut isn't just about digestion. It's connected to your child's immune system, their mood, their focus, their energy, how they sleep, and yes — even how they respond to food. When something is off in the gut, it tends to show up everywhere.

This stool test looks at the microbes living in your child's gut — the balance of bacteria, any pathogens present, how well they're digesting and absorbing nutrients, and whether there are signs of inflammation. Instead of treating symptoms in isolation, we get to see the full picture and actually address what's driving them.

Microbiome testing is available as an add-on to The Nourished Pathway — and it's one of the most eye-opening tools we have.

INVESTMENT

Microbiome Testing — $700

Added to The Nourished Pathway program. Not available as a standalone service.

HSA and FSA accepted.

Testing is not reimbursable by insurance.