We have been running comprehensive stool testing for many years now and the advances in technology just keep getting better and better. Invivo’s GI EcologiX is the latest example.
Benefits of bacteria
What if I told you that you are just as much bacteria as you are human cells? Trillions of species of bacteria live either on us or in us. These critters are essential to life and we form a symbiotic relationship with them.
Where’s your bacteria hiding?
First mucus, now biofilm
Last week we talked about intestinal mucus – an electric fence in our gut. We hope you’re not still reeling from the number of times we use the word ‘mucus’. Spoiler – there’s more to come here!
Intestinal mucus – a topic for your next book club?
An electric fence in your gut
Anywhere in the body where our insides meet the outside needs a special layer of protection. In the digestive tract – it’s mucus. Mmm mucus – hope you’re not having your lunch?!
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
What is IBS?
Irritable bowel syndrome or ‘IBS’ affects 10-15% of people worldwide which is a staggering number. But having this umbrella does nothing to improve your wellbeing other than giving you a label for your symptoms.
