A Guide to Your Viome Results

You've received your Viome test results… Now what? Going through your app or website screens you might find yourself wondering – How did we get all those scores and why do they matter? Many keywords are defined in the app, and the results offer a brief explanation each, but here we are going to talk about how these different pieces are tied together. We are excited to share with you the scientific vision behind your Viome scores.

Dec 10, 2018

Ready for a Retest? 5 Signs Your Ready to Level Up

You did it! You put your Viome recommendations into action. Were you surprised by how following the recommendations made you feel? The good news is there is still room for improvement. Your gut microbiome is constantly changing and when you retest you build on the progress you’ve started.

Dec 10, 2018

What the December 2018 Viome Update Means for You

The newest Viome update is a reflection of our CLIA certification. CLIA stands for Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 regulations and are federal standards for US laboratories that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA certification is supported by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Dec 02, 2018

Could the Gut Microbiome Hold the Key To New & Innovative Eating Disorder Treatments?

When most people think of eating disorders, unhealthy patterns of eating alongside negative body image comes to mind. Whether it is depression or anxiety, those with eating disorders are often much more likely to suffer from other conditions.

Nov 30, 2018

The Mind-Gut Connection – How Your Gut Microbiome Controls Your Behavior

The microbes that live in your gut actually influence your feelings and behaviors. Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria and other microbes that directly communicate with your brain along the gut-brain axis, also known as the vagus nerve. We initially thought the brain was doing most of the talking in this relationship, but new gut microbiome research indicates that your microbes are quite chatty.

Nov 30, 2018

19 Science-Backed Ways to Improve Your Gut Health

You’ve probably noticed the monsoon of gut health advice flooding the internet. This surge was triggered by the discovery of the gut microbiota – or the 40 trillion microorganisms living in your gut. Researchers continue to uncover how this ecosystem plays a role in nearly every biological function in the body, which makes anyone concerned with their health ask the obvious question: How do you improve gut health naturally?

Oct 04, 2018