What's included
Which way is your
Gut Health trending?
Viome aims to prevent and reverse the harmful effects of unhealthy gut microbial activity, which can ultimately impact your overall well-being.
A few things you can learn with Gut Intelligence
If your gut shows signs of inflammation
Certain gut microbes can produce a proinflammatory molecule, Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) for example. If enough activity takes place leading to LPS production, this can inflame your GI system and promote the development of leaky gut and permit proinflammatory molecules including LPS to enter the bloodstream and activate your immune response.
If your gut is a microbial war zone
There are microbes that are referred to as "opportunists." That is because when the opportunity is right they may strike and try to take over. It can make other microbes have to fend for themselves and create a war zone in your gut. When our microbes are at war, they can secrete certain toxins to defend themselves or take over. Some of these toxic "bullets" might disrupt your gut lining, trigger an immune response, or cause an inflammatory environment in your gut. Viome can pinpoint and monitor these types of aggressive behaviors by assessing the activity levels of specific pathways.
If foods high in oxalate are problematic for your gut
Even foods like spinach aren't healthy for everyone. We have discovered that many of our users have low microbial oxalate metabolism activity. For these people, avoiding foods high in oxalate like spinach and almonds might be beneficial and keep your risk of kidney stones at bay.
How your gut microbiome impacting your blood sugar response
In a clinical research study from Viome, individuals consuming similar foods showed big differences in their glycemic response. It turns out, certain microbial activities (what the microbes are actually doing inside of you) can contribute to shifting how your body responds to foods that contain carbs by buffering the level of sugar being released into the bloodstream or even by spiking it.
Why cruciferous vegetables might make you gassy
30% of our users have high pathway activity for microbial sulfide gas production. Although cruciferous vegetables have antioxidants can be potent warriors against illness, many people feel uncomfortable and bloated after consuming vegetables rich with glucosinolates. If your Viome test shows highly active pathways that result in sulfide gas, glucosinolates may not be good for you.
If your gut isn't converting those berries into benefits
Some microbes in your gut can take dietary fiber that we can't digest and convert it into butyrate, a beneficial short chain fatty acid that can beef up our gut lining defense and help guard against leaky gut. Viome not only monitors how active your microbes are at producing butyrate in your gut, but also suggests ways to improve your microbial production of butyrate.
If your gut is producing beneficial butyrate
Some microbes in your gut can take dietary fiber that we can't digest and convert it into butyrate, a beneficial short chain fatty acid that can beef up our gut lining defense and help guard against leaky gut. Viome not only monitors how active your microbes are at producing butyrate in your gut, but also suggests ways to improve your microbial production of butyrate.
Why test your gut microbiome with Viome
Take action based on true personalization
Learn which way your gut health is trending over time
Target the root cause of your gut health concerns
Gut health insights you can't find anywhere else
You benefit from our latest discoveries
Your gut health products should be tailored to you
Easy testing process
at-home
Register your kit
Collect & ship your sample to our CLIA-certified lab
Complete your questionnaire
Receive results within 2-3 weeks
Easy testing process
at-home
Register your kit
Collect & ship your sample to our CLIA-certified lab
Complete your questionnaire
Receive results within 2-3 weeks
Easy testing process
at-home
- 1Register your kit
- 2Collect & ship your sample to our CLIA-certified lab
- 3Complete your questionnaire
- 4Receive results within 2-3 weeks
What's included
Your test allows us to analyze your microbiome and cells with our cutting-edge RNA technology and AI-powered platform.
Health Scores included with Gut Intelligence.
Gut HealthYour comprehensive Gut Health analysis evaluates over 20 key factors to give you a comprehensive overview of your gut health. It covers various functions, including digestion, gut lining strength, and microbial diversity, and forms the basis for your personalized recommendations to help you support your gut's needs.
We assess the activities that can contribute to or reflect an immune response in your gut environment caused by harmful things your microbes produce or that your microbes perceive as threatening.
We measure microbial organisms and functions associated with your blood sugar, insulin resistance, and weight control.
We’ll assess how well your microbes are breaking down protein. If protein is not fully broken down, your microbes will digest the excess protein available and may convert it into harmful byproducts.
We’ll assess how much gas your microbes produce. Overall high microbial gas production has been associated with digestive difficulties, discomfort, and gut health.
We assess activities of your microbes related to digestion, such as the movement of food, specific macronutrient breakdown ability, and your gut lining health from your first bite of food to the time it leaves your body.
We'll assess your gut lining health and the health of the mucosal layer that protects it. When your gut lining is compromised, things from the outside environment, like toxins, medications, and harmful bacteria, can make their way into your bloodstream from your gut and negatively affect your immune system and overall wellbeing.
Both microbial richness (number of microbes) and evenness (the balance of microbial species) in your gut microbiome play a role in determining the value of Gut Active Microbial Diversity. While greater diversity in the gut microbiome has been associated with health benefits, it is certainly not the only piece of the puzzle. This is why Viome also provides biological pathway scores, in other words, what the microbes are actually doing.
We assess the activities that can contribute to or reflect an immune response in your gut environment caused by harmful things your microbes produce or that your microbes perceive as threatening.
We measure microbial organisms and functions associated with your blood sugar, insulin resistance, and weight control.
We’ll assess how well your microbes are breaking down protein. If protein is not fully broken down, your microbes will digest the excess protein available and may convert it into harmful byproducts.
We’ll assess how much gas your microbes produce. Overall high microbial gas production has been associated with digestive difficulties, discomfort, and gut health.
We assess activities of your microbes related to digestion, such as the movement of food, specific macronutrient breakdown ability, and your gut lining health from your first bite of food to the time it leaves your body.
We'll assess your gut lining health and the health of the mucosal layer that protects it. When your gut lining is compromised, things from the outside environment, like toxins, medications, and harmful bacteria, can make their way into your bloodstream from your gut and negatively affect your immune system and overall wellbeing.
Both microbial richness (number of microbes) and evenness (the balance of microbial species) in your gut microbiome play a role in determining the value of Gut Active Microbial Diversity. While greater diversity in the gut microbiome has been associated with health benefits, it is certainly not the only piece of the puzzle. This is why Viome also provides biological pathway scores, in other words, what the microbes are actually doing.
A personalized, sorted list of foods to
Connecting your health scores to your food recommendations
Personalized recommendations for Probiotics + Prebiotics
Not all probiotics are created equal! By thoroughly understanding your gut's unique needs, we can match you with the most effective probiotic strains and fibers to support your gut health. Additionally, we will make sure your recommendations don't include any probiotics that could potentially contribute to harmful microbial activities
Probiotics, meaning "for life," are living microorganisms that can improve digestive health, boost immunity, balance gut microbiota, and support overall health. However, it's important to note that what may be beneficial for one person may not be the same for another. The best way to determine your optimal probiotic needs is by testing your gut microbiome with Viome
Prebiotics are indigestible carbohydrates found in fruits and vegetables that serve as food for beneficial gut bacteria and enhance the effects of probiotics. They not only support the gut lining, but also promote a balanced gut ecosystem by favoring commensal microbes. We will use your test results to find the best combination of prebiotic fibers to improve butyrate production, enhance immune function, reduce gas production, and more.
VRx My-Biotics™ Gut Formula
Your personalized blend will be prepared once you receive your results
Your daily stick pack containing your Viome-recommended probiotic and prebiotic blend is shipped to you monthly! Our scientists hand-select our probiotic strains based on extensive clinical data from academic and research institutions.
VRx My-Biotics™ Gut Formula
Your personalized blend will be prepared once you receive your results
Your daily stick pack containing your Viome-recommended probiotic and prebiotic blend is shipped to you monthly! Our scientists hand-select our probiotic strains based on extensive clinical data from academic and research institutions.
Recommendations for Supplements
Your customized supplement regimen features a carefully curated selection of ingredients that support key aspects of and connected to your gut health, including cellular function, immune health, brain health, and more. In addition to probiotics, you will receive recommendations for vitamins, digestive enzymes, polyphenols, amino acids, minerals, and herbs to enhance gut health and support your unique needs.
A unique formula engineered for every individual.
Our precisely formulated, custom-made supplement capsules contain the recommended ingredients and optimal dosages for your unique needs. Our team of experts rigorously selects only evidence-based, premium-quality ingredients for inclusion in our Precision Supplements™ to guarantee maximum effectiveness.
Your personalized formula will be prepared once you receive your results.
Learn MoreYour gut microbiome: Chief Architect of your health
The trillions of microbes in your gut play a crucial role in maintaining your health. These microbes help with digestion, absorption of nutrients, weight management, neutralizing toxins, and fighting harmful bacteria. The food you consume and the environment in which your gut microbes live can greatly impact their behavior and, in turn, your health. A balanced gut microbiome, created through a personalized diet and a low-stress environment, can lead to improved health and well-being. On the other hand, consuming the wrong foods and being in a stressful environment can lead to microbial imbalances and inflammation in the gut, which can have harmful effects on your overall health.
When it comes to microbes, it's not just about which microbes are there, but how they're behaving and the impact it has on your health! Your diet and lifestyle can often be the cause behind poor microbiome health. Our Gut Intelligence Test is unique in that it not only identifies and quantifies all microorganisms, including human, plant, and phage RNA viruses in your gut, but also examines their activity within your gut. Our analysis takes into account 400 pathways to provide deeper insights into ways to optimize gut health through targeted foods, supplements, and biotics.
Most microbiome testing companies, unlike Viome, only analyze microbial DNA, which provides information about the presence of microorganisms in the gut, but not their activity or viability. Viome, on the other hand, uses metatranscriptomics to sequence the RNA of each person's entire microbial community, providing a complete view of the presence of live microorganisms and their activities, such as producing harmful toxins or beneficial nutrients. Viome can help you track your gut health over time and measure the positive or negative changes so that you stay in control.
Did you know?
Microbial communities fight ‘turf wars’, compete for food sources, run from threats, and communicate if there is danger or unfavorable conditions.
Did you know?
Microbes teach the immune system which cells to fight and which cells to leave alone.
Did you know?
Your microbes produce about 90% of serotonin, your 'happiness neurotransmitter.'
Did you know?
70% of your immune system is housed within the walls of your gut lining.
Did you know?
How healthy your microbes are affects how well your body extracts energy and nutrients.
Did you know?
The gut microbiome of industrialized populations is less diverse and dominated by different bacterial species than that of people from rural, less developed populations.
Gut dysbiosis and the long-term effects on your health
As the largest micro-ecosystem in the human body, your gut microbiome is in a symbiotic relationship with you as its "host". A great deal of research has produced evidence that metabolites produced in your gut microbiome play a key role in maintaining balance and overall health for your entire body. Microbes all over your body communicate with your organs, and we can now decipher these messages to learn more about what your body needs.
How our tests compare with other at-home tests
While DNA can provide information about family ancestry, it cannot explain current health symptoms. DNA remains constant throughout a person's life, and as a result, food recommendations based solely on DNA do not change, even if an individual experiences weight changes or health issues. The root cause of health imbalances is often gene expression, or RNA, which can change over time. Viome analyzes both microbial and human cell gene expressions to offer personalized food and supplement recommendations to help bring the body back into balance and improve overall health and well-being.
Most microbiome testing companies, unlike Viome, are focused on microbial DNA and can tell you what organisms are in your gut, but they cannot tell you what these organisms are actually doing inside of your body, or if they are even dead or alive. For example, the same organism can be beneficial in one person and harmful in another, depending on that individual’s unique gut ecosystem.Viome, on the other hand, uses metatranscriptomics to sequence the RNA of each person's entire microbial community, providing a complete view of the presence of live microorganisms and their activities, such as producing harmful toxins or beneficial nutrients. Unlike other gut tests that only examine microbial DNA using metagenomics, Viome's technology evaluates functional expressed genes to determine the impact of various microbial communities on a person's unique gut ecosystem.
Quiz-based recommendations are limited by basing conclusions on general information such as age, sex, weight, lifestyle, and health goals. However, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for optimal health and wellness. When it comes to your body’s unique biochemistry, it takes fine-tuning and precise variation. At Viome, we believe the best way to determine the right food and supplements is to listen to your body's specific needs. Inconsistent results in your health goals or harmful effects can occur when consuming the wrong 'healthy' foods or supplements. Precise, personalized recommendations are necessary to avoid ineffective and potentially harmful choices.
- Food sensitivity tests simply measure antibodies to foods. Foods that show up on your food sensitivity test results may actually be good for you in reality. An antibody to a specific food often appears when you are eating a lot of that food and suffering from a leaky gut. Leaky gut happens when there is damage to the lining of the gut, making it more permeable to substances that should not go into your blood. This can trigger your immune system to make antibodies in response to those substances. Food sensitivity reactions are Immunoglobulin A (IgA), M (IgM), and G (IgG)-mediated immune responses, causing inflammation of the gastrointestinal lining with symptoms occurring up to 48-72 hours after exposure to the trigger.
- Allergic reactions are immediate immune system responses mediated by Immunoglobulin E (IgE), which can be life-threatening. Viome does not test for IgE, which is often associated with anaphylactic reactions. Food allergies should be overseen and managed by an experienced physician.
Our science & technology
Our goal is to demystify health, make science accessible and honor the biochemical individuality of every human. We take a holistic science-forward, data-driven approach to health and nutrition.
