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Making Sense of Stool Testing in Functional Medicine

The introduction of PCR (polymerase chain reaction) technology marked a turning point. PCR made it possible to detect microbial DNA and determine the presence or absence of specific pathogens with far greater accuracy. Quantitative PCR (qPCR) advanced this even further, providing measurable data rather than simple positive or negative results.

Biological Age Clocks: Clinical Tool or Just a Distraction?

In recent years, the concept of “biological age” has captured the public imagination. From at-home test kits to social media influencers chasing extreme longevity routines, clients are walking into clinics armed with new numbers they believe hold the key to their future health. But how much of this is scientifically valid—and how should practitioners respond?

A New Frontier in Chronic Inflammation: The FluidsIQ LPS Test

Biocanic is excited to announce the upcoming release of a groundbreaking new lab test from our partner, FluidsIQ. The LPS Marker is a first-of-its-kind clinical tool for measuring circulating lipopolysaccharides (LPS) in a dried blood spot test.

The Shift: Peer Influence Is Reshaping Health Decisions — Especially for Younger Clients

A new global survey by Edelman shows a major shift in how people—especially younger adults—are making health decisions. And it’s something every health practitioner needs to be aware of.

Understanding NLRP3 and Brain Inflamaation in Autism: A Big Picture Perspective

Understanding NLRP3 and Brain Inflammation in Autism: A Big Picture Approach Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is not caused by just one gene or factor. Instead, it often results from a mix of genetics, environmental exposures, and problems with the immune system.

Beyond the Calendar: How Mira and Biocanic Are Redefining Hormone Tracking

For health practitioners supporting women through fertility challenges, perimenopause, and cycle-related conditions, accurate hormone tracking isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Yet for too long, we’ve relied on calendar-based methods that assume regularity where there often is none.