The Functional Gut Panel

A functional gut test designed to take the guesswork out of your symptoms — so you can finally get the answers your body’s been trying to tell you.

Do Any Of These Sound Familiar?

  • Bloating, gas, or heartburn after meals

  • Loose stools, diarrhea, or urgent bathroom trips

  • Constipation or sluggish digestion (less than once a day or hard-to-pass stools)

  • Multiple food sensitivities or unexplained reactions

  • Diagnosed conditions like Hashimoto’s, Endometriosis, or PCOS

  • Autoimmune symptoms (whether diagnosed or suspected)

  • IBS, SIBO, SIFO or ongoing digestive discomfort

  • Skin issues like acne, eczema, psoriasis, or chronic rashes

  • Hormone imbalances — PMS, heavy bleeding, breast tenderness, or fibroids

If you nodded yes to any of these… it’s time to take a closer look at your gut

These symptoms are often your body’s way of waving a red flag — and it’s time to listen. Functional gut testing can help uncover what’s really going on, so you can stop managing symptoms and start healing at the source.

The Functional Gut Panel Is For You If:

Here’s what we know:

✔️ Around 70–80% of your immune system is housed in your gut

✔️ Gut inflammation doesn’t stay in the gut — it can show up anywhere in the body

✔️ Your gut health and mental health are deeply connected

In short...

Gut health effects everything.

  • You’ve been dealing with symptoms like bloating, skin issues, hormone imbalances, or autoimmune flares

  • You’ve been told “everything looks normal,” but you know your body — and you don’t feel your best

  • You’ve had hormone testing, but symptoms like PMS, fatigue, or mood swings still haven’t improved

  • You’ve been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition and want a root-cause roadmap — not a band-aid

  • You’ve worked with me before and want a yearly gut check-in to stay on top of your health

  • You’re simply gut-curious and want to understand what’s really going on under the surface

Functional gut testing is one of the most powerful tools we use to help clients uncover the why behind their symptoms — and create real, lasting change.

“Seeing the test results helped me stop second-guessing. I finally understand what my body has been trying to tell me.”

Here’s what a recent client had to say after receiving her Functional Gut Panel results:

-Pat M.

No More Guesswork
On Your Gut!

If you’ve had scopes, scans, or seen a gastroenterologist — but you’re still struggling with bloating, IBS, autoimmune flares, or “normal” results that don’t explain how you feel…

It might be time to dig deeper.

Here’s What The Functional Gut Panel Looks At:

This is not your typical gut test. The GI-MAP + Zonulin offers a comprehensive, functional look inside your digestive health — uncovering what standard labs often miss.

It gives you clear, data-driven insights into the root causes of your symptoms, so you can stop guessing and start healing.

Here’s what it looks at:

Pathogens – bacteria, viruses, parasites, and yeast that may be stressing your system or causing symptoms

Beneficial bacteria – the “good bugs” that support digestion, hormone balance, mental clarity, and immune health

Imbalanced bacteria – microbes linked to bloating, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, and inflammation

Autoimmunity-related microbes – organisms that may be triggering or exacerbating autoimmune symptoms

Candida & yeast overgrowth – often linked to fatigue, sugar cravings, brain fog, and recurring infections

Parasite markers – even hidden or low-level infections that can disrupt gut balance

Digestive enzyme output – like pancreatic elastase, which shows how well you’re breaking down your food

Fat digestion – including how well your body is producing bile and absorbing healthy fats

Immune function – including secretory IgA, your gut’s first line of defense and a window into food sensitivities

Inflammation markers – such as calprotectin, which can signal gut lining irritation or deeper inflammation

Detox markers – like β-glucuronidase, which plays a role in hormone clearance and estrogen balance

Zonulin – a key marker of intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”), which can contribute to inflammation, food sensitivities, autoimmunity, and more

  • Commensal/Keystone Bacteria


    Firmicutes
    When elevated, this may be linked to:
    - Weight gain, even with healthy eating
    - Cravings, especially for sugar or carb
    - Low energy or sluggish metabolism

    Akkermansia Muciniphila
    When elevated, this may be linked to:
    - Constipation or hard stools
    - Increased gut sensitivity or discomfort
    - Skin issues (like dryness, rashes, or flares)

  • Positive H. Pylori Antibiotic Resistance Genes


    Fluoroquinolones are a powerful class of broad-spectrum antibiotics used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.

    Positive results show that there are residual effects from past antibiotic use, especially if taken fluoroquinolones in the past.

    These resistance genes often show up when there’s dysbiosis (microbial imbalance) or overgrowth of potentially harmful bacteria.

    It could contribute to a reduced microbial diversity, which is essential for gut resilience and overall health.

  • High Levels Opportunistic/Overgrowth Microbes


    Streptococcus spp.
    When elevated, this bacteria may be linked to:
    - Loose stools or urgent bowel movements
    - Bloating or a “heavy” feeling after eating
    - Fatigue or brain fog (often linked to poor digestion and absorption)

    Bacillus spp.
    While sometimes helpful in small amounts, an overgrowth may contribute to:
    - Gas and bloating, especially after meals
    - Constipation or sluggish bowels
    - Stomach discomfort or cramping

    Staphylococcus aureus
    When this strain is overgrown in the gut, it may show up as:
    - Diarrhea or loose stools
    - Abdominal pain or gut irritation
    - Skin issues (like rashes or flare-ups, due to gut-immune connection)

At The Functional Gut Method, we take a functional, whole-person approach to uncovering the root causes of your symptoms — because healing is never one-size-fits-all.

While no single test tells the whole story, I’ve found through years of working with clients that the GI-MAP + Zonulin Gut Panel is one of the most powerful first steps in the process. It helps connect the dots between your symptoms and the imbalances happening beneath the surface.

Whether you're dealing with digestive discomfort, fatigue, hormone issues, or chronic inflammation, this test offers clarity — and a starting point for real, lasting change.

What’s Included in
The Functional Gut Panel

Your investment includes everything you need to uncover what’s driving your symptoms — all from the comfort of your home:

✔️ GI-MAP + Zonulin at-home stool test kit
✔️ Prepaid return shipping label to send your sample back to the lab
✔️ Comprehensive lab report (PDF) with clear insights into your gut health
✔️ 1:1 Lab Review Session — where we walk through your results, connect them to your symptoms, and identify your next steps.