Gut Microbiome Testing, Gut Health Naturopath-Sydney and Online
If you've tried cutting foods out, taking probiotics, or just "eating better" - and you're still struggling - it's not your fault. Gut issues are rarely that simple.
Your digestion is connected to everything: your energy, your mood, your skin, your hormones. When it's off, you feel it everywhere. And when it keeps being dismissed with generic advice, it's exhausting.
At Wholme, we take the time to understand your gut story. Using a personalised approach - and functional testing when needed - we get to the real root cause of what's going on, so you can stop guessing and start feeling like yourself again.
With the right support, your digestion can feel lighter, more predictable, and in sync with the rest of your body again.
What does a gut health naturopath do?
A gut health naturopath takes a root-cause approach to digestive complaints - investigating the underlying drivers of symptoms like bloating, constipation, IBS, reflux, and food sensitivities rather than managing them in isolation. Using functional testing, dietary assessment, and targeted natural therapies, the goal is to restore how your gut actually functions, not just reduce symptoms temporarily.
Microbiome Test for Gut Health
Your gut microbiome - the trillions of bacteria living in your digestive system -shapes everything from bloating and IBS to your energy, mood, and immunity. A microbiome test removes the guesswork, giving you a detailed picture of exactly what's happening inside so we can build a naturopathic plan that's specific to you - not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
What is a Microbiome Test?
A microbiome test analyses the unique bacterial makeup of your gut through a simple at-home stool sample. Your results reveal which beneficial bacteria you have, which are missing or out of balance, and how your gut environment may be contributing to symptoms like bloating, irregular bowels, fatigue, or digestive discomfort. At Wholme, we use comprehensive functional testing to go beyond surface-level symptoms and get to the root cause.
Who is it for?
Microbiome testing is ideal if you've been struggling with:
Bloating, gas, or abdominal pain
IBS or unpredictable bowel habits
Fatigue that isn't explained by poor sleep
Food intolerances or sensitivities
Skin issues, brain fog, or mood changes connected to your gut
What happens after your test?
Once your results are in, we review them together in a consultation. You'll receive a personalised naturopathic treatment plan - including targeted probiotics, dietary changes, and evidence-based supplements - designed to restore balance to your microbiome and relieve your symptoms for the long term.
Gut issues are often dismissed with “eat more fibre” or “take probiotics” - but it’s rarely that simple. A personalised approach, guided by testing when needed, gets to the root cause.
Do any of these sound familiar?
Bloating, cramping, or abdominal discomfort
Constipation, diarrhoea, or alternating bowels
Reflux or heartburn
Food sensitivities or intolerances
“Nervous stomach” linked to stress
Skin issues (acne, eczema, rosacea) connected to gut health
Low energy, poor concentration, or mood dips
Digestive flare-ups when travelling
Book Your Gut Health Consult Today
Reach out to Wholme to begin the process of restoring your gut health - so you can get back to feeling energised, comfortable, and like yourself again.
Seeing clients in Frenchs Forest and Australia-wide via Zoom
Gut Health Services
Digestive History & Symptom Review
Understanding your unique gut story through a thorough intake, looking at symptoms, diet, lifestyle, and past health experiences. This helps us uncover patterns and identify the most likely drivers behind your digestive issues.
Dietary + Nutrient Support
Tailored meal guidance, supplements, and herbal medicines to nourish and support your gut. Together we’ll create realistic, enjoyable changes that restore balance without leaving you feeling restricted.
Functional Testing Recommendations
Targeted stool, breath, microbiome test, and food sensitivity testing to uncover hidden drivers of gut issues. These results help us move beyond guesswork and create a precise, tailored plan for your digestion.
Nervous System Regulation
Tools and strategies for the stress–gut connection, helping to calm the nervous system so your digestion can function properly. This often becomes the missing piece for people whose symptoms flare under pressure.
Your Booking Options
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A comprehensive 60-75 min consultation covering your digestive history, diet, lifestyle, and testing needs. You'll leave with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your gut | $250
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Not sure if naturopathy is right for you? Book a free 15-minute intro call - we'll talk through your symptoms and how Wholme can help you get to the root cause.
Your Questions, Answered
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Yes. A naturopath takes a root-cause approach to IBS, looking beyond symptom management to identify drivers like gut dysbiosis, food sensitivities, SIBO, stress, or gut-brain axis disruption. Treatment is personalised and may include dietary changes, herbal medicine, and targeted supplementation.
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IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is a diagnosis of exclusion — a collection of symptoms without a single identified cause. SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) is a specific condition where bacteria overpopulate the small intestine. SIBO can cause IBS-like symptoms, and testing can determine whether it's a factor for you.
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Most clients start with an initial consultation, followed by 2–4 follow-up appointments depending on the complexity of the case. Functional testing may be recommended to get clearer answers faster.
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Yes. Wholme offers gut health consultations fully online via Zoom, available to women across Australia. In-person appointments are also available at our Frenchs Forest clinic in Sydney's Northern Beaches.
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Depending on your symptoms, testing may include a comprehensive stool analysis, breath testing for SIBO, food sensitivity testing, or organic acids testing. Your naturopath will recommend only the tests that are genuinely useful for your situation.
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Yes - and this connection is one of the most under appreciated aspects of digestive health. Your gut produces around 90% of your body's serotonin and plays a central role in oestrogen metabolism through a process involving gut bacteria called the estrobolome. When the gut microbiome is disrupted, it can contribute to hormonal imbalances, PMS, perimenopausal symptoms, acne, and low mood. Addressing gut health is often a core part of supporting hormones and skin - not a separate issue.
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Bloating has many potential causes - bacterial overgrowth (including SIBO), food intolerances, sluggish motility, low stomach acid, dysbiosis, or stress-driven nervous system changes affecting digestion. A naturopath identifies which of these is most likely driving your symptoms through history-taking and, where appropriate, functional testing. Treatment is targeted to the cause rather than applying a blanket approach, which is why it tends to be more effective for people who've tried elimination diets or probiotics without lasting results.
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Yes. Naturopathic gut health care draws on both traditional herbal medicine and contemporary clinical research. Approaches like low-FODMAP dietary modification, specific probiotic strains for IBS and SIBO, herbal antimicrobials, and digestive enzymes all have supporting clinical evidence. At Wholme, treatment recommendations are informed by current research alongside your individual presentation - not a one-size protocol.
This page was written by Debbie Kaczor, BHSc Naturopathy (Endeavour College of Natural Health), practising naturopath at Wholme Naturopathy, Frenchs Forest, Sydney. Debbie works with clients experiencing gut health concerns both in-person on Sydney's Northern Beaches and online across Australia. Last updated: May 2026.
What To Expect in a Gut Health Consult
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In-depth Intake
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Testing Recommendations
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Personalised Treatment Plan
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Follow Up Support & Education