Do you do stool testing?
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Yes — we use comprehensive functional stool testing that goes far beyond what conventional labs offer. It looks at digestion, absorption, inflammation, microbiome diversity, opportunistic bacteria, parasites, and yeast. It's one of the most useful tests we run when the gut is the suspected driver.
Is this SIBO? IBS? Leaky gut? Something else?
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They overlap and often go together. IBS is a label for the symptoms (bloating, cramping, irregular bowels). SIBO and dysbiosis are common drivers of those symptoms. "Leaky gut" describes a barrier problem that usually has its own driver underneath. We test to figure out which combination is actually yours, instead of guessing.
Do I need to be off my probiotics before testing?
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Generally yes, briefly — specific protocols vary by test. We'll walk you through exactly what to pause and for how long when we order it, so the result is actually useful.
Do you take insurance?
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We do not take insurance. We provide a superbill so your insurance company can reimburse you directly depending on your benefits, and we accept HSA and FSA. Our rates are time-based — not driven by an insurance menu — which means everything we do together is because it's what we genuinely believe is best for you.
Will I have to be on a restrictive diet forever?
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Almost never. Short-term, targeted dietary changes are common while we treat the driver. Long-term, the goal is to be less restricted than when you started — because the underlying problem is fixed.
Are you accepting new gut-health patients?
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Yes. We see patients from Elk River, Otsego, Zimmerman, Rogers, and the surrounding Sherburne County area. Start with a free phone consultation so we can hear your story and confirm we're the right fit before you book a full visit.
