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Which stool tests are you using?

Dr. Amy Nett: We’re actually using two different stool tests when patients are able to, and we strongly recommend that...

What do you think of using Prescript-Assist as a microbe replenishment supplement but also as a maintenance supplement?

Dr. Amy Nett: In general, Chris and I tend to be minimalists when it comes to supplements. I love Prescript-Assist...

If someone increases their starchy carbohydrates and develops increased abdominal distention and gas, is that an indication that there’s some underlying pathology?

Dr. Amy Nett: Yes. I would absolutely be concerned. Anytime someone has a sensitivity to food, even if that sensitivity...

If someone reacts to a probiotic supplement is that an indication that there’s some underlying pathology??

Dr. Amy Nett: Absolutely. If someone is not responding well to a probiotic, that’s also telling me that there’s some...

Are you seeing any correlation with particular microbes associated with MS? My patient has had EBV, has shown positive on 4+ on Citrobacter on the GI Effects panel we ran. Also discuss running Doctor’s Data to be current. Wanted your take on the viral microbial possible contribution.

Chris Kresser: Yeah, so in the literature, it’s well established that both viral infections and bacterial infections are contributors to...