The Test 99% of Doctors Don’t Run (But Should): Why the GI-MAP Is a Game-Changer for Gut Health
By Nicholas Wasierski | Wandering Bear Wellness

If you’re dealing with ongoing digestive issues, fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, or skin flare-ups—and you’ve been told everything looks “normal”—you’re not alone.

The truth? Most conventional tests aren’t designed to catch the root causes of chronic gut issues. That’s where the GI-MAP comes in. It’s one of the most advanced and comprehensive stool tests available—and it’s often the missing piece for people who’ve tried everything and still don’t feel well.

What Is the GI-MAP?

The GI-MAP (Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus) is a cutting-edge stool test that uses DNA technology to analyze the exact organisms living in your gut—both the good and the bad.

Unlike traditional stool tests that only detect what grows in a lab dish, the GI-MAP identifies microbes using PCR (polymerase chain reaction), which means it picks up even small traces of parasites, bacteria, viruses, and fungi that could be impacting your health.

What It Tests For:

• Pathogenic bacteria (like C. diff, H. pylori, Salmonella)

• Parasites (worms and protozoa—yes, even if you’ve never left the country)

• Candida & other yeasts

• Leaky gut markers (like zonulin)

• Digestive function (elastase, secretory IgA, fat in stool)

• Inflammation & immune markers (calprotectin, anti-gliadin IgA)

Why It Matters

Many of the clients I work with are burned out, inflamed, and confused. They’re eating “healthy” but still bloated. They’re tired all the time. Their moods are unpredictable. And yet… standard labs keep coming back “fine.”

Here’s the thing: gut dysfunction doesn’t always show up in your basic bloodwork.

The GI-MAP reveals the root causes that other tests miss—like hidden infections, imbalances in beneficial bacteria, poor enzyme production, or gut lining damage. Once we know what’s really going on, we can stop guessing and start targeting a plan that works.

Who It’s For

This test is ideal if you’re struggling with:

• IBS or unexplained bloating/gas

• Constipation or loose stools

• Chronic fatigue

• Brain fog

• Anxiety or mood swings

• Skin issues like eczema or acne

• Autoimmune symptoms

• Food sensitivities

Real Talk: What It’s Like

You collect your sample at home and send it to the lab. In about 2-3 weeks, we’ll sit down together (virtually or in person) to walk through your personalized gut report. We’ll go line by line so you actually understand what’s going on inside your body.

From there, I’ll build a protocol based on your results—using a blend of herbal antimicrobials, targeted supplements, nutrition, and lifestyle changes to help restore balance.

Your Gut Is Talking. Are You Listening?

You shouldn’t have to settle for “managing symptoms.” You deserve real answers—and a clear path forward.

If you’ve been living with gut issues and feel like no one’s gotten to the bottom of it, the GI-MAP might be your next step.

Book a free 20-minute consult and let’s talk about whether it’s right for you.

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