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Gut Restore & Stool Testing for Digestive Health & Whole-Body Wellness
Advanced gut microbiome testing and personalized gut health restoration are designed to identify digestive imbalances, improve immune function, and support long-term metabolic and systemic health.
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What Is Gut Restore & Stool Testing at Nava Health?
Nava Health’s Gut Restore program is a comprehensive, functional medicine protocol designed to analyze and rehabilitate your digestive system. Central to this program is advanced Stool Testing.
Unlike a standard colonoscopy that looks for structural issues (like polyps), our advanced stool testing utilizes DNA technology to analyze the function and environment of your gut. We map the trillions of bacteria, yeast, and pathogens living inside you to determine exactly what is helping you and what is hurting you.
How It Works: A Simple, Private Process
We make advanced diagnostic testing easy and discreet.
Why Gut Health Matters for Whole-Body Wellness
Your gut is often called your “second brain” for a reason.
- The Gut-Brain Axis: The gut produces 90% of your body’s serotonin (the “happy hormone”). An imbalanced gut often leads to anxiety, depression, and brain fog.
- Immune Support: Approximately 70-80% of your immune system resides in your gut lining. If your gut is inflamed (“leaky gut”), your immune system stays in overdrive, potentially triggering autoimmune diseases.
- Metabolic Impact: Your microbiome dictates how you extract calories from food. An imbalance can lead to weight gain, insulin resistance, and intense sugar cravings.
How Stool Testing Works at Nava Health
We use the gold standard in diagnostic stool analysis.
- Pathogen Detection: We screen for parasites, worms, viruses, and pathogenic bacteria (like H. pylori or Salmonella) that may cause low-grade, chronic infection.
- Microbiome Diversity: We measure the levels of “good” bacteria (commensals) versus “bad” bacteria (dysbiosis) to see if your ecosystem is balanced.
- Inflammatory Markers: We check for Calprotectin and Secretory IgA to measure active inflammation and immune response in the intestines.
- Digestion Efficiency: We analyze markers that tell us if you are producing enough stomach acid and pancreatic enzymes to digest your food properly.
Benefits of Comprehensive Gut Testing
Testing is an investment in your longevity.
Clearer Diagnosis
Differentiating between IBS, parasite, or gluten sensitivity.
Targeted Treatment Planning
Using specific herbs or prescription antimicrobials to target only the bad bugs while sparing the good ones.
Improved Digestion
Reducing bloating and normalizing bowel habits.
Enhanced Mood & Energy
Restoring serotonin production and nutrient absorption.
Reduced Inflammation
Calming the immune system to lower pain and autoimmune reactivity.
What if your medical team actually helped you live a longer, healthier life?
Lives Improved
Client Satisfaction
Biomarkers Tested
Members improve biomarkers in 3 months
Common Symptoms That Gut Testing Can Help Uncover
Gut imbalance often manifests in surprising ways throughout the body:
- Digestive: Constipation, diarrhea, severe bloating after meals, heartburn.
- Systemic: Chronic fatigue, joint pain, headaches.
- Mental: Anxiety, depression, or poor concentration.
- Dermatological: Acne, eczema, rosacea, or hives.
- Nutritional: Iron deficiency anemia or B12 deficiency (due to poor absorption).
Who Should Consider Gut & Stool Testing
You don’t need to have severe stomach pain to benefit from this test. Consider it if you have:
- Chronic Digestive Discomfort: Persistent bloating, gas, or acid reflux.
- IBS/IBD: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s, or Colitis.
- Autoimmune Conditions: Hashimoto’s, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or Psoriasis.
- SIBO Risk: A history of “Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth” or antibiotic overuse.
- Unexplained Symptoms: Fatigue, skin rashes (eczema/rosacea), or stubborn weight gain that defies diet and exercise.
Why Choose Nava Health for Gut Restore & Stool Testing?
Gut health is complex; you need a team that understands the big picture.
- The Integrative Edge: We pair your testing with a Clinical Nutritionist and a Medical Provider. You get a medical protocol and a dietary lifestyle plan in one.
- Advanced Technology: We use the most sensitive DNA-based testing available, not just standard cultures.
- Holistic Solutions: We don’t just treat the gut; we support the adrenal glands, thyroid, and mental health simultaneously for total healing.
- Supportive Care: We offer IV therapy and acupuncture to support your body while it undergoes the detoxification and repair process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. The test is a simple stool collection performed in the privacy of your own home. The kit comes with clear, step-by-step instructions and all necessary supplies. You simply collect the sample and mail it back in the pre-paid envelope.
A colonoscopy is a visual exam that looks for structural abnormalities like polyps or tumors. Stool testing is a functional analysis that looks at the microscopic environment like bacteria, parasites, and inflammation levels. Both are valuable, but they tell us different things.
Coverage varies. While the consultation with your provider is often covered, specialized functional stool tests (like GI-MAP) are typically considered elective and may be an out-of-pocket expense. However, Nava Health offers exclusive member pricing to make these tests more accessible.
Healing the gut is a journey, not a sprint. A typical protocol involves a “4R” phase (Remove, Replace, Reinoculate, Repair) that can last anywhere from 3 to 6 months depending on the severity of dysbiosis or infection found in your results.
During the initial healing phase, we often recommend eliminating common inflammatory triggers like gluten and dairy to allow the gut lining to repair. However, our long-term goal is to heal your gut so that you can tolerate a diverse and varied diet without symptoms.