About Us
About Us
At gutchek we have a passion for digestive health and a love for exploring how food and nutrition can improve your gut health and of course, your overall health. It is important to note that a food intolerance is a digestive system response rather than an allergy that is an immune system response. Intolerances occur when you are unable to properly digest, absorb, or break down certain foods, causing an upset or irritated digestive system. There are many factors that contribute to food intolerances. Often you may lack the specific chemicals, or enzymes to break down and properly digest the proteins found in that food. We've been doing this kind of testing for over 8 years. We started in our functional medical clinic. One of the biggest benefits for supporting our patients overall health, was to start with a food sensitivity test. Then in our weight loss clinic, we introduced the food intolerance testing to the program and again saw huge benefits in supporting our clients weight loss goals. We absolutely loved how this simple test positively impacted both our patients and clients, so at gutChek we have made it our sole focus.
You've got questions - We've got answers! (you can also contact us if your question is not on the list below)
How does gutChek work? Simple!
With a small sample of hair, as little as 10 to 15 hairs (more if you like :) We can identify your intolerances, nutrients and toxins.
Is a food intolerance different from a food allergy? Yes.
It's important to note that a food intolerance is a digestive system response, as opposed to an allergy that is an immune system response. Intolerances occur when a specific food irritates your system or creates a digestive upset, typically when a person is unable to properly digest, absorb, or break down, that food.
Where is your testing facility? Calgary
Our testing facility is in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Who should do intolerance testing? Anyone
Anyone interested in supporting and improving their health. We also test pets and horses. Our results speak for themsevles, as we have improved the quality of life, and performance for people, pets, and horses!
Where is the test recognised? Worldwide
The medical and naturopathic communities have been utilizing these tests for many years.
How long do you keep my hair sample for?
The testing facility, safely disposed of your sample within 10 days of testing.
How long have you been offering this service? A long time :)
We have been conducting food sensitivity testing for over 11 years.
Is there an age requirement for children?
Typically, age 6 and older.
Are there any additional fees? No
Everything you need for your gutChek is included: the Premium gutChek test and includes 3 digestive reports: intolerances, nutrients and toxins. The Basic test provides a list of foods that may be causing symptoms.
What if I’m bald? No, problem
We can analyze hair from your head or your body. No need to elaborate :)
How does this test differ from a blood test?
Our tests are less invasive and considerably less expensive when compared to blood tests. With blood testing, the food you’ve eaten in the last 24 to 48 hours can affect the results. The information in the hair however is stored, and we believe it provides a better capture of data for accuracy. We believe this is the highest quality non-IgE scientific food sensitivity test on the market.
What is Bioresonance?
Bioresonance therapy is a complementary medicine using a device that captures and diagnoses electromagnetic signals coming from the body. Developed in the 1970’s by a team of medical doctors and biophysicists, these devices are in regular use in over 26 different countries. Hair testing but what else? Bio-resonance is also used in sports medicine. A number of Olympic and professional sports teams now utilize bioresonance therapists. The Russian space program uses bioresonance technology because it enables a convenient and non-invasive way to monitor and enhance the health of their cosmonauts. Health Centres in Sweden and Germany have bioresonance machines. Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands and the UK, have the highest concentration of bioresonance therapists. Hospitals in China also use bioresonance.