This belief is fundamental to the philosophy of Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory and cannot be overemphasized. We are, essentially, what we eat and then absorb. Over the long haul, excellent health is impossible without good nutrition. However, without adequate breakdown and assimilation, even the best diet offers little help. Additionally, incomplete or faulty digestive processes may lead to a variety of chronic disorders.
Gastrointestinal disorders have a major impact on health.
One recent study found that during a three-month period nearly 70 percent of American households experienced one or more gastrointestinal symptom. 1 Maldigestion, malabsorption and abnormal gut flora and ecology, as well as many complex chronic illnesses and symptoms, lie at the root of most common GI complaints. Thus, nutrition and digestive processes are central to long-term health. This assay helps pinpoint imbalances, provide clues about current symptoms and warn of potential problems should the imbalances progress. With an accurate assessment, custom-tailored treatment can be easily applied, greatly increasing the chances for therapeutic success.