A Cheap, Easy Test for Gut Inflammation, Alzheimer’s

The calprotectin biomarker test stands at the crossroads to help direct physicians and patients to appropriate focused care for gut and brain symptoms.
A Cheap, Easy Test for Gut Inflammation, Alzheimer’s
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Most Americans are familiar with gut inflammation and its symptoms of stomach cramping, diarrhea, excessive gas, and constipation. Such symptoms often accompany acute illness from viruses and bacteria such as those that cause food poisoning.

Inflammation is a sign that your body’s immune system has amped up to clear out an infection, and when it succeeds, symptoms often subside, and your body returns to homeostasis.

Amy Denney
Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.
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