Dr. Tom Fabian discusses Measuring Bile Acids and Short Chain Fatty Acids with Dr. Ben Weitz.

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Podcast Highlights

In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, host Dr. Ben Weitz interviews Dr. Tom Fabian, an expert in microbiome science and a clinical education specialist at Diagnostic Solutions Lab. They discuss the new Stool Omics test—an advanced quantitative analysis of bile acids and short-chain fatty acids used in conjunction with the GI Map stool test. The discussion covers the clinical need for this test, the differences between commensals, opportunists, and pathogens, and how bile acids and fiber can impact gut health, motility, and inflammation. The episode also touches on dietary interventions, including fiber and polyphenols, and highlights the complexities of treating conditions like IBS and inflammatory bowel disease.   00:30 Meet Dr. Tom Fabian: Expert in Microbiome Science 00:54 Understanding the Stool Omics Test 01:21 The Importance of Discussing Gut Health 01:45 Clinical Need for the Stool Omics Test 03:05 Explaining Key Microbial Terms 04:40 Bile Acid Metabolism and Gut Health 07:35 Inflammation and Gut Health 11:10 Bile Acid Malabsorption and Its Effects 11:37 Biofilm and Bile Acid Malabsorption 13:08 Impact of Gallbladder Removal on Bile Regulation 14:51 Addressing SIBO and Dysbiosis 16:05 Role of Dietary Fiber in Gut Health 18:47 Introducing the Apollo Wearable 20:18 Different Forms of Fiber and Their Effects 21:21 Significance of LCA to DCA Ratio 25:13 Strategies for Managing Excess Bile 25:44 Understanding Bile Acid Malabsorption 27:20 The Role of Bile Acids in Gut Health 31:22 Exploring Short Chain Fatty Acids 33:20 Interpreting Stool Test Results 41:53 Balancing Fiber and Protein Intake 47:36 Case Studies and Practical Applications 49:30 Conclusion and Resources   ___________________________________________________________________

Dr. Tom Fabian is a Functional Medicine trained PhD, who serves as a clinical education specialist at Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, which now offers the StoolOMX add on test to their GI Map stool test.

Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.