Are At-Home Gut Health Tests Worth It? (Everyday Health)

Scientific interest in the gut microbiome has spiked in recent years, and it’s a buzzy topic in the wellness industry. After all, the trillions of bacteria and other organisms populating our intestines, known as the gut flora, have the potential to preserve our health and improve our mood. Research suggests that our gut bugs play a vital role in a range of conditions, including obesity, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, depression, and cardiovascular disease.