The foundation of good health lies in proper digestive function. All other health factors can be undermined if you don’t digest and absorb nutrients well. Assimilation of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and essential fatty acids from the foods you eat and the supplements you take is required for optimal health. Any therapeutic program you may use will be of limited value without good digestive function.
Digestive Function: Lab Testing
The first step is to take a look at how well your body digests food. The second step, if a problem is detected, is to determine why your body is not digesting well. Several different types of lab tests are available to assess the function of different organs of the digestive system.
Do YOU Suffer from Digestive System Imbalances?
Gluten Sensitivity/Intolerance
- Bloating after meals
- Chronic digestive problems
- Intolerant of dairy products
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Skin problems/rashes
- Chronic fatigue
- Environmental and food allergies
- Family history of alcoholism/autoimmune disorders/digestive disorders
- Parasites
- Yeast
- Amino acids low
Blood Sugar Control
- Crave carbohydrates
- Afternoon headaches
- Hungry between meals
- Light headed/”shaky”/irritable if skip meals
- Awaken after a few hours of sleep
- Crave sweets/coffee in the afternoon
- Sleepy after meals
- Tendency to overeat in the afternoon and evening
