Digestion and DNA Testing
Understanding and Treating Chronic Digestive Issues: A DNA-Based Approach
Do you have digestive issues? Perhaps you’re bloated all the time – especially common among women. I see many female patients who complain of bloating and distension, regardless of whether their stomach is empty or full. Even a small amount of food can trigger discomfort.
It’s incredibly frustrating because it seems like no matter how strict your diet is, even when you’re taking digestive enzymes and eating more carefully than your friends and coworkers (who aren’t experiencing bloating), you’re still constantly bloated. This chronic gut inflammation can severely impact your social life.
Common Digestive Complaints
Some of the most common issues include:
- Persistent bloating
- Feeling full after eating small amounts of food
- Chronic constipation (especially problematic during weight loss programs)
- Chronic diarrhea leading to malnutrition
Beyond Basic Solutions
While most people know to avoid gluten and dairy and maintain a clean diet, wouldn’t you like to be able to go out with friends occasionally and eat normally without suffering the next day? The question is: why is your body so inflammatory that one slight deviation from your clean eating path – just one meal – takes hours or even days to recover from?
The DNA Testing Approach
In my practice, I use DNA testing to uncover the underlying causes of digestive inflammation. Two key chemicals often contribute to digestive issues:
- Peroxynitrite: A metabolic byproduct that can disrupt the intestinal lining and contribute to leaky gut. Symptoms include:
- Digestive disruption
- Aches and pains
- Chronic fatigue
- Histamine: Another chemical that can cause gut inflammation
Treatment Solutions
We offer specific supplements like peroxynitrite scavenger and histamine scavenger to help manage these issues. The goal isn’t just to avoid inflammatory triggers but to make your body more resilient and tolerant.
Getting Started
If you’re interested in exploring this approach:
- Order your 23andMe test at 23andMe.com
- If you already have your results, contact me for a 10-minute consultation
- I’ll help you locate your raw data file and analyze your results
- We’ll develop a targeted plan to address your specific genetic variations
Don’t let digestive issues control your life. Through DNA testing and targeted supplementation, we can work to resolve these issues at their source.
Contact us through our website for a consultation or to learn more about DNA testing for digestive issues.