Gas, bloating, reflux and stomach pain may be common, but they're never normal. We want to find the why, not just give you medicine to temporarily cover up symptoms. Your first visit starts with an in- depth conversation - a timeline of symptoms, identifying potential food triggers, sensitivities, stressors, or chronic inflammation that guides the first phase of detective work.
From there, we lean on advanced tools—GI-MAP stool DNA sequencing, tests for SIBO and yeast, organic acid testing and inflammatory markers. This science-based approach is the first step to a personalized path to restoring gut balance and support lasting digestive health.
Lab work isn't just data; it's the story of how your gut is interacting with the rest of you. Whether we're ruling out hidden yeast overgrowth, assessing nutrient deficiencies, or confirming food sensitivities, each test sharpens our focus. We often pair comprehensive stool analyses with organic acids, micronutrient, or antibody panels so nothing slips through the cracks.
Antimicrobial herbs or pharmaceuticals come in when needed; so do lifestyle upgrades, sleep hygiene, stress management, and movement plans that respect your energy levels. As the gut barrier heals, ripple effects often show up where you least expect them: clearer skin, better mood (gut-brain connection) and improved immune system function.
Pathogens, problem foods, and inflammatory triggers.
Specific digestive enzymes in cases of maldigestion or malabsorption.
With evidence-based probiotics and prebiotic fibers that fit your biology
With targeted nutrients so your immune system can settle down.
Food is medicine, but it also has to be doable. We translate your test results into meal plans that honor your cultural preferences, travel schedule, and family dinners. If you're plant-forward, paleo-ish, or something in between, we'll meet you there.
Gut healing isn't a one-and-done prescription, it's a guided journey. Our team checks in regularly, adjusts protocols based on follow-up labs, and celebrates each milestone with you. You will have the support to take control of your health and start feeling like you again!
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) occurs when bacteria overgrow in the small intestine, causing symptoms like bloating, gas, abdominal pain, and irregular bowel movements. Our functional medicine approach includes specialized testing for accurate diagnosis, followed by targeted antimicrobial protocols, dietary modifications, and gut healing support to address both the overgrowth and underlying causes.
Yes, functional medicine excels at treating chronic bloating and digestive issues by identifying root causes such as SIBO, food sensitivities, dysbiosis,leaky gut syndrome, or digestive enzyme deficiencies. We use comprehensive testing to understand your unique digestive challenges and create personalized protocols that address the underlying imbalances, not just the symptoms.
The 5-R Protocol is a functional medicine approach that includes: Remove (eliminating harmful bacteria, yeast, parasites, or food triggers), Replace (digestive enzymes and stomach acid if needed), Reinoculate (beneficial prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics Repair (nutrients to heal the gut lining) and Rebalance (sleep,movement, nutrition, stress reduction). This systematic approach helps restore optimal digestive function and gut health.
Healing leaky gut syndrome typically takes 3-6 months with consistent treatment, though this varies based on individual factors like the severity of intestinal permeability, underlying causes, and adherence to the treatment protocol. Our personalized approach includes gut-healing nutrients, dietary modifications, and addressing root causes like chronic stress or infections that contribute to intestinal permeability.
We use advanced functional medicine testing including comprehensive stool analysis, SIBO breath tests, food sensitivity panels, intestinal permeability testing, and organic acid testing. These specialized tests provide detailed information about your gut microbiome, digestive function, and food reactions that standard medical tests often miss, allowing us to create targeted treatment plans.
