Stool Analysis

In a healthy balanced state of intestinal flora the “good” bacteria make up a significant proportion of the total flora. However, in many individuals we see an imbalance of good bacteria and an overgrowth of pathogenic microorganisms - parasites, yeasts, bacteria and fungi. This can be due to a variety of factors including: daily exposure to chemicals in our drinking water that are toxic to friendly bacteria, the use of antibiotics, chronic consumption of highly processed foods (low in fiber, high in sugar) and high stress levels.

A state of imbalance in the gut has been strongly implicated in the development of chronic symptoms such as irritable bowel syndrome, autoimmune diseases (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis), fatigue, chronic headaches, and allergies to a variety of foods.

Using the appropriate stool analysis technique, it is possible to detect infectious pathogens such as parasites and bacteria, which can be a useful tool in identifying and treating imbalances in intestinal microflora:

• Comprehensive Parasitology
• Microbiology Profile
• Bacterial Overgrowth