Research continues to show the influence your gastrointestinal (GI) system (or your “gut”) has on your overall health. While certain symptoms, such as indigestion, mood changes, and skin diseases, ...

Microbiome tests measure the microorganisms in a person’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These tests can give the person an idea of the types and amounts of microorganisms in their gut. However, people ...

Dozens of at-home testing companies claim that they can analyze the bacteria, fungi and other microbes in your stool to create a snapshot of your gut microbiome — the community of trillions of ...