Uncover the hidden ecosystem that shapes your health.
At Longévité Palm Beach, we know that wellness starts in the gut. The gut microbiome, with trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms living in your digestive tract, acts as an internal control center that influences hormones, immunity, metabolism, skin health, mood, and longevity.
When the microbiome is balanced, it supports resilience and vitality. When it’s disrupted, the ripple effects can appear anywhere in the body which leads to bloating, fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, hormone imbalance, or even mood fluctuations.
Our Gut Microbiome Analysis service provides an in-depth look at your digestive ecosystem using advanced functional testing. By going beyond standard stool cultures, we measure diversity, identify imbalances, and uncover hidden triggers driving your symptoms. This then helps us craft a specific gut health plan for you.
Why Gut Microbiome Testing Matters
- Women’s Hormone Health
The estrobolome, part of the gut microbiome, helps regulate estrogen metabolism. Imbalances can worsen PMS, perimenopause, or menopausal symptoms. - Digestive Wellness
Pinpoint bacterial or fungal overgrowth, pathogens, or low levels of beneficial microbes that cause bloating, gas, constipation, or diarrhea. - Immune Function
With 70% of your immune system located in the gut lining, testing helps identify underlying factors that weaken your defenses or trigger autoimmunity. - Skin & Mood
Acne, eczema, anxiety, and depression are all influenced by microbiome composition and gut permeability. - Metabolism & Weight
Microbes impact how you process calories, regulate appetite, and store fat.
What We Test
Our Gut Microbiome Analysis may include:
- Comprehensive stool analysis (GI-MAP, GI Effects, or similar)
- Microbial diversity mapping (beneficial vs pathogenic species)
- Markers of inflammation (calprotectin, lactoferrin)
- Digestive function (pancreatic elastase, bile acid metabolism, short-chain fatty acids)
- Gut permeability markers (zonulin)
- Yeast/fungal overgrowth
- Parasitology screens
- Commensal balance for protective bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria
How It Works
- Consultation
We begin with a detailed discussion of your symptoms, history, diet, and lifestyle. - Sample Collection
Most tests require a simple at-home stool kit that is mailed to our specialized functional medicine lab, and detailed advanced lab testing to uncover complimentary factors. - Advanced Analysis
Results are reviewed through the lens of functional medicine, not just conventional “normal ranges.” - Personalized Plan
Based on your results, we create a tailored program that may include nutrition changes, probiotics/prebiotics, antimicrobial or antifungal botanicals, gut-healing nutrients, and lifestyle shifts. - Follow-Up
We track your progress and, if needed, retest to confirm improvements in microbiome diversity and gut function.
Benefits of Gut Microbiome Analysis
- Relief from bloating, gas, or irregular bowel movements
- Clearer skin and reduced inflammation
- Improved hormone balance and menstrual health
- More energy and sharper focus
- Strengthened immune resilience
- Sustainable weight and metabolism support
FAQs: Gut Microbiome Analysis
Q: Do I need this test if I’ve already had a colonoscopy?
Yes. A colonoscopy looks for structural disease, while microbiome testing reveals functional imbalances in bacteria, fungi, and gut health markers.
Q: Is this the same as a food sensitivity test?
No. Food sensitivity testing identifies immune reactions to foods. Microbiome testing evaluates the organisms in your gut and how they function.
Q: How long before I see results from a gut program?
Some patients notice digestive relief within weeks, while hormone and immune benefits may take several months.
Q: Can children benefit from microbiome testing?
Absolutely. Gut testing can uncover the cause of food intolerances, recurrent infections, or digestive complaints in children.
Q: Is it covered by insurance?
Most advanced functional stool tests are self-pay. We provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Take the First Step
Your microbiome is unique and it holds the key to better digestion, balanced hormones, clearer skin, stronger immunity, and improved energy.
At Longévité Palm Beach, our women-owned concierge practice specializes in translating complex gut microbiome data into simple, effective, and personalized care.
Call (561) 403-1611 or schedule your consultation today to explore your Gut Microbiome Analysis and begin restoring balance from within.