Stool Tests – The New Annual Physical
I get it, the sound of a stool test probably doesn’t sound that appealing to you, but just wait until you hear what I have to say about this and why I consider an annual stool test the new annual physical…
For years I would go to my annual physical with my conventional doctor and everything always looked perfect on paper.
Perfect cholesterol – check
Perfect HDL – check
Perfect LDL – check
Perfect blood pressure – check
Perfect heart rate – check
Even though all of my annual physical markers looked perfect on paper, I was still suffering.
It wasn’t that long ago that I suffered from worsening allergies, ear infections that would take me out for days at a time, debilitating afternoon dips in my energy, fluctuating weight, migrating migraines and relentless joint pain.
At the time I didn’t even think to ask my doctor about these health issues because at my annual physical I always looked perfect – I didn’t know what to make of my symptoms.
As time passed I eventually reached my breaking point. I could no longer go on living a limited life due to a declining health that no doctor would address because my annual physical was always so “perfect.”
I tried chiropractors, an acupuncturist, massage, various over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies. Sometimes my symptoms would subside for a few days or weeks and then come back full force. My migraines would put me down for the count in the afternoons all the way into the evenings. I couldn’t even think clearly at times. And other weird things starting popping up that I had never had before…teeth grinding, skin breakouts and weight gain.
I literally tried anything and everything that had a hint of a promise to feel better. I must have spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on all different therapies, not to mention hours of energy that I’ll never get back going to appointments and researching new things to try.
Just when I thought this was what life had come to, that I was getting older (although I was only 28) and there was no avoiding declining health, I found the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Program. Right away, I enrolled and became a Functional Diagnostic Health Practitioner, aka health detective.
I ran a stool test and what I found was…
My gut was a mess! It was leaky, really leaky, letting all kinds of toxins into my bloodstream and very inflamed. I also had a serious H. Pylori bacterial overgrowth problem – a direct cause for my migraines and mid-back pain!
In this week’s video and blog I share how doing an annual stool test to look at my gut health has helped me rebuild my health and how you can do it too!
If you’ve been following my blogs the past few weeks you know, or are starting to understand, just how important of a role your gut plays in your overall health and wellbeing. (If you’re new or missed them check out my recent blog posts here).
Your gut is where…
- 80% of your immune system lives – the same system that protects you from viruses, bacteria and manages inflammation
- All nutrients from food are absorbed to fuel every single cell and function of your body
- Happy brain hormones such as dopamine and serotonin are made, and your sleep hormone melatonin
What my doctor couldn’t see at my annual physical was that my immune system was on the fritz making me susceptible to ear infections, I had inflammation fueling my worsening allergies and an imbalance of beneficial and bad gut bacteria that was causing my joint aches and migraines – and this was all because my gut was not healthy, it was leaky.
After running that first stool test to look at the state of my gut health and strategically working on restoring my gut, I felt relief almost immediately.
My allergies started to decline – now I don’t even have them anymore
My energy increased and I quit caffeine for good
My migraines vanished and have never returned – not even once
My joint aches and pains disappeared completely
What most conventional doctors, and even some functional ones, don’t pay attention to is that your gut is where it’s at.
If you’re suffering from any health issue…
- High cholesterol, blood pressure, heart rate
- Irritable bowel syndrome or digestive upset
- Hormone imbalances and autoimmunity
- Allergies, asthma, eczema
- Acne and sleep disorders
- Anxiety, depression etc.
It can all be traced back to your gut health, or lack thereof.
This is why I say an annual stool test is the new annual physical!
Taming the inflammation in your gut, boosting your immune system and balancing gut flora is the key to better overall health, hormones and happiness.
Not only have I experienced remarkable results myself but my clients have too…
“I have such great news. My cholesterol went down. Best part is I don’t have to take cholesterol medication because they improved so much. My doctor wanted me to consider medication if over 170 ldl but I came in at 111. So grateful to you and the opportunity to do the Get Your Gut In Gear Program!”- Beverly S., California
Aside from all of the amazing healing opportunities you can uncover on a stool test, it can also help you save money on your insurance every year. Running one of these bad ass stool tests can help you hit your annual insurance deductible so that all of your co-pays will be covered for the rest of the year!
Now I want to share what I’ve learned to help heal others, like you, who are unknowingly suffering from poor gut health too, thus the…
GET YOUR GUT IN GEAR PROGRAM WAS BORN!!!
I’ve opened the doors AGAIN FOR MY GET YOUR GUT IN GEAR GROUP PROGRAM. This small group program has only 10 spots available and enrollment is now open until April 26th.
Here’s how the program works
Over the course of this 4-month group program, from May 2nd to August 22nd, you will…
- Use a functional at-home stool sample test to take a deep dive look at your gut health at the beginning and end of the program
- Identify gut invaders (parasites, bacteria, yeast) causing disruption with your health and pinpoint healing opportunities
- Have THREE one-on-one sessions with me to personalize your gut re-building plan and for targeted guidance
- Attend eight bi-weekly Group Coaching Sessions to guide you through the gut healing process
- Tackle and eradicate gut invaders with customized herbal supplement recommendations
- Re-build the integrity of your gut health to prevent invaders and damage in the future
- Get a 20% discount on all supplements
- Learn to heal your gut using proper diet, rest, exercise, stress reduction, and supplementation techniques that fit your unique needs
- Get access to a private Facebook Group for extra guidance and community support
- Try simple DIY liver flushing techniques and toxin reducing exercises to fully clean your system and restore health
This Program Is Perfect If You Suffer From…
- Hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue and autoimmune issues
- Bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, heartburn
- Stubborn weight or weight gain
- Struggles with motivation, depression, anxiety, irritability or just don’t feel like yourself
- Constantly sick- cold, flu, allergies or generally declining health
- Sleep issues- insomnia or just poor sleep in general
- Sore, stiff or painful joints
- Food allergies/sensitivities, loss of appetite, hungry all the time
- Strong cravings for processed foods and sugary foods
- Hives, rashes, eczema, itchy dermatitis, acne, ulcers, sores, lesions
- Recurring yeast infections or UTI’s
- Bleeding gums, teeth grinding and drooling during sleep
- Sexual dysfunction in men/menstrual cycle problems in women
- Itching – especially around mouth, nose and anus
It’s time to get your gut in gear so you can start living a life full of health and happiness!
Get all the program details and grab your spot here today!
Space is limited to 10 people and enrollment closes April 26th!
