At-home microbiome tests promise gut answers, but gastroenterologists say the science isn't ready

Before you overhaul your diet based on a stool test, here's what actually moves your gut health, no kit required.
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What at-home microbiome tests can (and can't) tell you about your gut health, according to doctors

At-home microbiome tests are having a moment. You mail in a stool sample and get back a report on your gut bacteria, along with personalized claims about your diet, weight, mood and even longevity.

Are at-home microbiome tests worth the hype? Here's what gastroenterologists want you to know

Everyone's mailing in stool samples for a gut report, but can an at-home microbiome test actually tell you anything?
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Regulatory Gaps Plague At-Home Microbiome Tests

Despite its popularity, the science and regulations surrounding microbiome testing are still catching up, highlighting the ...