Test shows gut secrets

AN innovative new stool test that unlocks the DNA of a person’s gut bacteria has been launched in Queensland.

Microba is the first Australian company to offer gut bacteria DNA sequencing technology direct-to-consumers under a venture with the University of Queensland.

The stool test kits can give consumers an understanding of the species of bacteria and micro-organisms living in their gut and how they could be affecting their health.

The technology was designed off the back of growing research which suggests gut bacteria can have a huge influence on gut health, wellbeing and even mental health.

Ten million Australians suffer from some form of digestive problems.