Description

Our Food Sensitivities and Gut Imbalance Panel combines the advanced IgG Food MAP with the Organic Acids Test (OAT), providing a thorough analysis of your immune responses to foods alongside critical metabolic markers reflecting gut microbiome health and nutrient metabolism.

What Does This Test Measure?

  • IgG Food Sensitivities:
  • Detects IgG antibodies against 190 foods and yeast species. These immune responses may contribute to delayed food sensitivities associated with digestive symptoms, inflammation, fatigue, and other chronic health issues. The food panel covers a broad spectrum including dairy proteins, gluten, nuts, fruits, vegetables, meats, spices, and yeast like Candida albicans.
  • Organic Acids Metabolites:
  • Measures 76 organic acids in urine that serve as biomarkers for gut microbial activity, yeast and fungal overgrowth, nutrient utilization, mitochondrial function, neurotransmitter metabolism, and oxidative stress. These metabolites provide insight into how well your body digests and processes food, combats infection, and maintains metabolic balance.

In-Depth Biomarker Insights

Key Organic Acids and Their Significance:

  • 2-Hydroxybutyric Acid: Marker of oxidative stress and glutathione metabolism, important for detoxification and antioxidant capacity.
  • 3-Indoleacetic Acid: A byproduct of tryptophan metabolism by gut bacteria, elevated levels may indicate dysbiosis or altered serotonin pathways.
  • 5-Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid (5-HIAA): Reflects serotonin metabolism, influencing mood, sleep, and gastrointestinal function.
  • Hippuric Acid: Produced by microbial metabolism of phenolic compounds, indicating gut bacterial activity and polyphenol digestion.
  • Succinic Acid: A key intermediate in energy production; abnormal levels can suggest mitochondrial dysfunction or bacterial imbalance.
  • 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid and 4-Hydroxyphenyllactic Acid: Markers linked to gut bacterial metabolism of tyrosine and phenylalanine amino acids, important for neurotransmitter synthesis.
  • 2-Oxoglutaric Acid & 3-Oxoglutaric Acid: Components of the Krebs cycle, reflecting cellular energy metabolism and mitochondrial function.
  • Methylmalonic Acid (MMA): Indicates vitamin B12 status and mitochondrial health.
  • Ethylmalonic Acid: Marker of short-chain fatty acid metabolism and possible bacterial dysbiosis.
  • Phenyllactic Acid & Phenylpyruvic Acid: Indicators of microbial metabolism and amino acid breakdown.
  • Kynurenic Acid & Quinolinic Acid: Metabolites of tryptophan, involved in immune modulation and neurological function.

Food Sensitivity Panel Highlights:

  • Gluten (Gliadin), Casein, Beta-Lactoglobulin: Common proteins associated with digestive and immune reactions.
  • Egg White & Egg Yolk: Frequent sources of food sensitivities.
  • Nuts (Almond, Cashew, Peanut, Walnut, Brazil Nut): Often involved in immune responses and intolerances.
  • Grains (Wheat Gluten, Rye, Barley, Oats, Millet, Quinoa): Tested to identify sensitivities that can affect gut integrity.
  • Fruits and Vegetables: Including apple, banana, blueberry, broccoli, spinach, and many others, recognizing that sensitivities can also arise from plant-based foods.
  • Spices and Herbs: Such as cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, and basil, which can contribute to immune activation in sensitive individuals.
  • Yeast and Fungi: Candida albicans and Saccharomyces cerevisiae included to assess yeast overgrowth which may disrupt gut balance and cause symptoms.

How This Test Supports Your Health

By combining immune response profiling with metabolic biomarkers, this panel provides a detailed picture of how your diet interacts with your gut microbiome and metabolism. The results can help guide:

  • Targeted dietary elimination: Identify foods that may cause inflammation or digestive distress.
  • Gut microbiome modulation: Address yeast overgrowth or bacterial imbalances that impact nutrient absorption and immune function.
  • Nutrient optimization: Detect metabolic inefficiencies and nutrient deficiencies related to mitochondrial health and vitamin status.
  • Personalized treatment planning: Support healthcare providers in creating tailored nutrition and supplement strategies for improved digestion, energy, and overall wellness.

Take control of your digestive health with the Food Sensitivities and Gut Imbalance Panel — a vital tool for uncovering hidden food triggers and restoring metabolic balance.