Tired of Battling With Your Gut Health?

Get to the Root of Your G.I. Issues With The GI-MAP

Find out what’s really hurting your gut health with our at-home lab test that detects parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi and more.

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Comprehensive

Get an in-depth look at your gut microbiome and the factors that could be affecting your gut health.

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Convenient

Testing is done in the convenience of your home on your schedule—with no added shipping fees.

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Actionable

Receive your personalized lab results review and our coordinated health plan.

Find The Answers To Your Gut Issues

Stomach pain, gas, bloating, digestion issues—these are all your signals your body is sending you that something is wrong with your gut health. The question is, how do you find what that “something” is? Gut health lab testing gets to the root of your gastrointestinal health so you have a clear picture on what you can do to look, feel better, and heal better!

How it Works:

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Click ‘Start Testing’ below to set up your Foundational Health Practice Better account and order your lab test.

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Your test kit will be shipped to you. Follow the directions provided to collect the lab sample in the comfort of your own home! Then ship the sample back to the lab for analysis.

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Our #1 Gut Health Test

GI Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP)

Powered by Diagnostic Solutions’ GI-MAP

The GI-MAP is a cutting-edge lab test designed to give an in-depth analysis of your gut microbiome. It uses advanced DNA sequencing technology to detect and quantify over 20 pathogens, 50 commensal bacteria, and markers for inflammation and immune function in your gut.

This at-home test can help you identify the root cause of your gut issues, whether it be a bacterial imbalance, infection, or other underlying condition.

What’s Included?

  • 1x At-home GI-MAP lab test kit

  • 1x GI-MAP lab results report (View Sample)

  • 1x Personalized lab review & actionable gut health game plan from the Foundational Health team

  • 1x 30-minute consultation video call with the Foundational Health team

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Disclaimer: The lab test review and guidance services provided by Foundational Health are for educational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions. Foundational Health assumes no liability for the use of this information. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Read our full informed consent disclaimer here.

Key Biomarkers Tested

    • Bacterial Pathogens

      • Campylobacter

      • C. difficile Toxin A

      • C. difficile Toxin B

      • E. coli - EPEC/EHEC

      • E. coli O157

      • Enteroinvasive E. coli/Shigella

      • Enterotoxigenic E. coli LT/ST

      • Shiga-like Toxin E. coli stx1

      • Shiga-like Toxin E. coli stx2

      • Salmonella

      • Vibrio cholerae

      • Yersinia enterocolitica

    • Parasitic Pathogens

      • Cryptosporidium

      • Entamoeba histolytica

      • Giardia

    • Viral Pathogens

      • Adenovirus 40/41

      • Norovirus GI/II

    • Helicobacter Pylori

      • Virulence Factor, babA

      • Virulence Factor, cagA

      • Virulence Factor, dupA

      • Virulence Factor, iceA

      • Virulence Factor, oipA

      • Virulence Factor, vacA

      • Virulence Factor, virB

      • Virulence Factor, virD

    • Protozoa Parasites

      • Blastocystis hominis

      • Chilomastix mesnili

      • Cyclospora spp.

      • Dientamoeba fragilis

      • Endolimax nana

      • Entamoeba coli

      • Pentatrichomonas hominis

    • Worm Parasites

      • Ancylostoma duodenale

      • Ascaris lumbricoides

      • Necator americanus

      • Trichuris trichiura

      • Taenia spp.

    • Fungi/Yeast

      • Candida spp.

      • Candida albicans

      • Geotrichum spp.

      • Microsporidium spp.

      • Rhodotorula spp.

    • Viruses

      • Cytomegalovirus

      • Epstein-Barr Virus

      • Tricarballylic Acid

      • Tartaric Acid

    • Commensal Bacteria

      • Bacteroides fragilis

      • Bifidobacterium spp

      • Enterococcus spp.

      • Escherichia spp.

      • Lactobacillus spp

      • Enterobacter spp.

      • Akkermansia muciniphila

      • Faecalibacterium prausnitzii

      • Roseburia spp.

    • Bacterial Phyla

      • Bacteroidetes

      • Firmicutes

      • Firmicutes : Bacteroidetes Ratio

    • Dysbiotic & Overgrowth Bacteria

      • Bacillus spp

      • Enterococcus faecalis

      • Enterococcus faecium

      • Morganella spp.

      • Pseudomonas spp.

      • Pseudomonas aeruginosa

      • Staphylococcus spp.

      • Staphylococcus aureus

      • Streptococcus spp

    • Commensal Overgrowth Microbes

      • Desulfovibrio spp.

      • Methanobacteriaceae (family)

    • Inflammatory & Autoimmune Related Bacteria

      • Citrobacter spp.

      • Citrobacter freundii

      • Klebsiella spp.

      • Klebsiella pneumoniae

      • M. avium subsp. paratuberculosis

      • Proteus spp.

      • Proteus mirabilis

    • Commensal Inflammatory & Autoimmune Related Bacteria

      • Enterobacter spp.

      • Escherichia spp.

      • Fusobacterium spp.

      • Prevotella spp.

GI-MAP FAQs

  • The comprehensive nature of the GI-MAP test makes it a perfect fit for anyone who’s looking to understand and improve their health.

    The test is can also give a better understanding of common gastrointestinal conditions such as:

    • acid reflux,

    • allergies,

    • autoimmune diseases,

    • brain fog,

    • celiac disease,

    • Crohn's disease,

    • IBS, IBD, IMO, SIBO

    • ulcerative colitis,

    • digestive complaints (bloating, diarrhea, or constipation),

    • gastritis, skin problems like acne and psoriasis,

    • mood disorders including depression and anxiety

    • diabetes

    • difficulty loosing weight 

  • Gut health is so much more than simply digestion. Your gut is the cornerstone of your overall health—affecting your physical health, mental health, and bodily performance.

    A balanced gut microbiome prevents chronic inflammation, influences metabolism, supports mental health, and protects against diseases.

    This is why Dr. Kevin often suggests to “start with the gut” when approaching your health.

    Gut health testing like the GI-MAP gives you a better understanding of this crucial bodily system so you can make informed, effective health changes in your life.

  • An at-home lab test kit will be sent to your home for sample collection. This includes an in-depth guide for how to collect the GI-MAP stool sample.

    Once your sample is collected, directions will be included to ship it to the lab for testing.

    All of your results and interpretation will be communicated to you via email and within your Foundational Health Practice Better Portal.

  • After ordering your test, here’s what will happen:

    1. You Create Your Account. Check your email inbox for an invite to join Aaron Foster on Practice Better—this is where you’ll receive your lab results and work with Aaron on your lab review and gut health game plan!

    2. We Order Your Test. We will order your GI-MAP lab test from our lab partner, Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory.

    3. The Test Kit Is Shipped. The at-home lab test kit will be shipped to your home with direction on collecting the sample.

    4. You Collect Your Sample. Once you collect your lab sample, you will ship it back to the lab using the provided packaging.

    5. We Await Results. The lab will analyze your results and send it to our team for review.

    6. We Review Your Results. Our team will review your results and provide you with education and lifestyle guidance. At this point you can also book your included, 30-minute consultation call with Aaron!

    7. You Put Your Results To Action. Using the information from the lab and our review, you can start making lifestyle changes to improve your health and wellness!

  • Practice Better is our lab testing portal where you can order lab tests, review your results, and communicate with our team.

    To keep your health information secure and to streamline the lab testing process, all Foundational Health lab testing is run through Practice Better.

    If you have any questions or need help setting up your account, don’t hesitate to reach out to us!

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“I'm finally not just surviving, but thriving.”

I cannot thank Dr. Kevin and his team enough for everything they have taught me. I had been miserably sick, dealing with such terrible GI issues it was affecting every part of my life—I was missing work, I couldn't handle riding in the car and taking trips anywhere, and I was constantly missing out on being a mom to my two little girls. Dr. Kevin’s gut healing protocol finally gave the answer I was looking for. Not only did he actually listen to all my symptoms, but he worked with me to heal what the cause was rather than just covering up more symptoms without fixing the problem. Healing was definitely a process, and still is, but I finally have my life back. If you had told me a year ago I would be this healthy and doing this well, I never would have believed you. Everyone around me can't believe how far I've come in less than a year. I'm so grateful to have my life back. The knowledge I've gained from Dr. Kevin through his gut healing protocol are lessons I will carry forward through the rest of my life. My family and I cannot thank him enough for helping us when things seemed so bleak. I'm finally not just surviving, but thriving.”

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Welcome to the Foundational Health Lab!

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When it comes to optimizing your health, if you’re not testing, you’re guessing. This is why we’re a strong proponent of lab testing to give you the data you need on key biomarkers for a clear, actionable picture of your health.

Our Foundational Health lab testing services are convenient and comprehensive—giving you easy access to the information you need to power your health and wellness journey.

Get To Know Your Trusted Wellness Partners

Our Lab Testing Team

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Dr. Kevin Schultz

Dr. Kevin is the founder, visionary, and wellness expert behind Foundational Health. Over the last 25 years, he’s been in active practice helping his patients not only with their spinal health as a licensed chiropractor, but also with nutritional and lifestyle changes. Through the years, Dr. Kevin has treated and coached thousands of patients to reach and maintain healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Doctor of Chiropractic

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Aaron Foster

Aaron Foster is Foundational Health’s lab testing expert. He is the epitome of “Make health your hobby” and is an exceptional mind in the world of holistic health and wellness. Aaron is a Certified Personal Trainer along with being a Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist. He also has a certification in Nutrigenomics (Genetic Testing) as well as a certification in Integrative Functional Medicine.

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