Love Your Gut

Ep. 83: Do I need a GI Map? Why functional testing can help pinpoint symptom triggers when other labs are "normal"


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Have you been told “everything looks normal” on your labs, scopes, or bloodwork but you still feel bloated, constipated, or exhausted? You’re not alone.

In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I’m breaking down why the GI-Map stool test can be a game-changer when all your other results come back “normal.” You’ll learn what the test measures, why it’s different from standard stool testing, and how it connects the dots between gut function, hormones, immune health, and energy.

We’ll cover:

  • What the GI-Map actually measures (and why it’s more than just “yes/no” for parasites or infections)
  • The most common hesitations about stool testing and why they’re valid but often keep people stuck
  • Why I often prefer the GI-Map over SIBO testing as a first step
  • Real client examples of how GI-Map results explained years of frustrating symptoms
  • Who benefits most from this test (hint: if you’ve been told everything is fine but you don’t feel fine, this is for you)

If you’ve been living in the “everything is normal” camp but know in your gut something’s off, this episode will help you understand whether a GI-Map is the right next step.

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