Why Gut Health is Crucial for Your Well-Being

Gut health is foundational to overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to brain function, immune system performance, skin health, and even sleep quality. Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms—bacteria and fungi—that collectively form your microbiome, which plays a crucial role in these essential bodily functions.

However, when these microorganisms fall out of balance, the effects can manifest as digestive discomfort, brain fog, fatigue, and even skin issues like acne or eczema. Juna’s MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test Kit offers an easy, at-home solution to evaluate your gut health and provides personalized insights to help you achieve a balanced and thriving microbiome.

What is the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test?

The MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test is an at-home test that provides personalized insights into the diversity and balance of bacteria and fungi living in your gut. This test doesn’t just identify key species but also highlights areas of imbalance in your microbiome, offering actionable recommendations for diet, lifestyle, and supplements to improve your gut health. A balanced gut microbiome supports digestive health, brain function (through the gut-brain axis), skin health (via the gut-skin axis), and overall well-being. By taking the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test, you can receive personalized nutrition and lifestyle suggestions to optimize your health.

Key Features of Juna’s MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test Kit

1. World-Class Microbiome Analysis and Testing Methods

The MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test uses cutting-edge sequencing techniques, such as 16S and ITS rRNA sequencing, to analyze tens of thousands of bacterial and fungal species in your gut. These are the gold standard in microbial analysis, delivering precise insights into your gut's composition.

The test is conducted at Case Western Reserve University, one of the top 16 U.S. medical research institutions, and backed by peer-reviewed studies. Powered by the largest microbiome interkingdom dataset globally, this test provides a detailed comparison of your microbiome to optimal levels, helping you understand your gut's state and what steps are necessary for improvement.

2. Easy and Convenient at-Home Testing

Taking the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test is simple and can be done at home. Using a sampling swab, you collect a stool sample from soiled tissue paper, place it in a provided container, and mail it back to the lab in a prepaid envelope. No gloves or complicated collection tools required. Within 4-5 weeks, you’ll receive a personalized gut health report through a secure online portal, allowing you to easily track your progress over time.

3. Comprehensive Gut Health Insights

The test results provide a deep analysis of the bacteria and fungi in your gut, revealing your microbiome's diversity and balance. The test identifies beneficial species that promote digestive health and immunity while also highlighting pathogenic species that may be causing issues like digestive discomfort or inflammation.

4. Gut Score™: Your Personalized Gut Health Rating

The Gut Score™ is a simple rating system included in the test report that measures your gut health across four key categories: Microbiome Diversity, Phyla Balance, Beneficial Species, and Pathogenic Species. The Gut Score™ gives you an easy-to-understand overview of your gut health and serves as a baseline to monitor improvements over time.

The Importance of Gut Health for Immunity, Brain Function, and Skin Health

Gut-Immune System Connection

Your gut houses 70% of your immune system. An imbalanced microbiome can weaken immune defenses, leading to chronic inflammation and increasing the risk of infections or autoimmune diseases. By optimizing your gut health, you can boost your immune function and reduce inflammation.

Gut-Brain Axis and Mental Health

The gut-brain axis is a communication network linking the gut to the brain. A healthy gut supports mental clarity, mood regulation, and cognitive function, while an imbalanced gut can contribute to anxiety, depression, and brain fog. By improving gut health, you can enhance your mental well-being and emotional resilience.

Gut-Skin Axis for Radiant Skin

The gut-skin connection links gut imbalances to skin issues such as acne, eczema, and rosacea. By restoring gut balance, you can promote healthier, clearer skin, reducing inflammation and improving skin tone and texture.

Who Should Take the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test?

This test is ideal for anyone looking to:

Improve digestion
Boost immune function
Support brain health (gut-brain axis)
Enhance skin health (gut-skin connection)
Improve sleep quality (gut-sleep connection)

Even if you don’t have noticeable symptoms, optimizing your gut microbiome can positively impact your overall well-being.

Built on Decades of Groundbreaking Microbiome Research

The MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test is powered by Biohm Technologies, a leader in microbiome research founded by Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum, a renowned microbiologist and director of the Center for Medical Mycology at Case Western Reserve University. With over 40 years of research and 600 peer-reviewed studies, the test is grounded in science and provides reliable, actionable recommendations for your health.

How the MicrobiomeIQ™ Test Process Works

Order Your Kit: Once received, the kit includes everything you need for sample collection, with easy-to-follow instructions.
Collect Your Sample: Use the provided swab to collect a stool sample from soiled tissue paper.
Mail Your Sample: Store the sample in the provided container and mail it back using the prepaid envelope.
Receive Your Results: Within 4 weeks, access your personalized gut health report via a secure online portal.

What Information Will the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test Provide?

Your MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test report offers a detailed analysis of your gut microbiome, including:

Gut Score™ on a scale of 1 to 10
Comparison of your microbiome to normal levels
Personalized recommendations for diet, lifestyle, and supplements from Microbiome-Trained Registered Dietitians

Why is Gut Testing Important?

Your gut microbiome is often referred to as your "second brain." The bacteria and fungi in your gut communicate with your brain through the gut-brain axis, influencing mood, cognitive function, and emotional well-being. Testing your gut health can reveal imbalances that may be affecting your mental and physical health, helping you take proactive steps to improve your overall well-being.

Conclusion: Take Control of Your Gut Health with MicrobiomeIQ™

The MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test is a powerful tool to assess and optimize your gut microbiome. By understanding your gut health, you can make informed decisions to improve digestion, enhance immune function, support brain health, and promote radiant skin. With cutting-edge science and personalized recommendations, this test empowers you to take control of your health.

FAQ

1. What information will the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test provide?

The MicrobiomeIQ™ test provides a detailed report on the bacteria and fungi in your gut. The test results include:

An overall Gut Score (1 to 10), similar to a credit score for your gut health.
A comparison of your results to normal gut levels.
Personalized wellness recommendations for diet, lifestyle, and supplements from Microbiome-Trained Registered Dietitians.

2. How does the testing process work?

The process is simple and non-invasive:

Collect your sample using a lab-certified swab on soiled tissue paper.
Store the sample in the included container, place it in the zippered bag, and mail it back using the prepaid envelope.
Results are delivered in 4 to 5 weeks via a secure online portal.

3. What sets the MicrobiomeIQ™ test apart from others?

The MicrobiomeIQ™ test uses next-generation sequencing (16S and ITS rRNA) to analyze tens of thousands of bacterial and fungal species, providing a comprehensive view of your microbiome. The test also compares your results to the largest microbiome interkingdom dataset, offering unparalleled accuracy.

4. How long does it take to receive my results?

After your sample passes quality control at the lab, it typically takes 4 to 5 weeks for the results to be processed and uploaded to your gut test portal account.

5. Why is gut testing important?

Your gut microbiome is often referred to as your second brain. It influences digestion, immunity, skin health, sleep quality, and even brain function. Testing provides insights that can help you optimize your health in a personalized, data-driven way.

6. What does a high MicrobiomeIQ™ score mean?

A high score indicates that your gut microbiome is in a balanced, healthy state, promoting a positive environment for digestion, immunity, and overall well-being.

7. What does a low MicrobiomeIQ™ score mean?

A low score suggests that your gut microbiome is imbalanced, which could negatively affect your digestion, immunity, skin, sleep, and brain health. You will receive actionable steps to help improve your gut health.

8. Who should take the MicrobiomeIQ™ test?

This test is ideal for anyone looking to understand and optimize their gut health, whether or not you have digestive issues. It’s especially beneficial for those interested in improving digestion, boosting immune function, supporting brain health, enhancing skin quality, or improving sleep. The results also are a great benchmark for your current gut health so you can implement changes and track progress.

9. Why is this test right for me?

If you are curious about your microbiome or want personalized recommendations to improve your gut, this test is for you. The results can help address concerns like digestive discomfort, low energy, poor sleep, or skin issues by providing specific dietary, lifestyle, and supplement advice.

10. What makes the lab and research behind this test credible?

Testing is conducted at Case Western Reserve University, one of the top medical research institutions in the U.S. The analysis is backed by validated methods used in over 100 research studies, and the test is powered by BIOHM Technologies, a leader in microbiome research.

11. Is my data safe?

Yes, your privacy is our upmost importance. This portal ensures that your health information is protected. Your microbiome data and results are only accessible to you via a secure online portal .MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test Kit samples are only identified by the unique barcode/Sample ID Number (i.e., JUNXXXXXX) included within the kit. This barcode is scanned at our lab and the sample is placed in the queue to be processed. All the microbiome data is tracked, via the barcode/Sample ID Number, and is uploaded to the MicrobiomeIQ™ Gut Health Test Kit portal where the report is generated. Our lab does not have visibility to any personal information (e.g., name, date of birth, etc.), just barcodes and Sample ID Numbers.

12. What’s the connection between gut health and overall well-being?

The gut microbiome communicates with other body systems through the gut-brain axis, impacting mood, cognitive function, immune response, skin health, and sleep. A balanced gut microbiome is essential for optimizing these areas of health.

13. Can the test provide insights on specific health concerns?

The test offers insights that can help provide a benchmark for your current gut health status but is not a diagnostic test and cannot treat or diagnose specific health concerns. We recommend you take your results to a trained doctor if you are looking for additional help and/or to treat health concerns.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners. Please consult your healthcare professional about potential interactions before using any product.